Host Brett says:
<Summary:  The Delphyne's crew has arrived on the planet's surface.  All the legends seem to be true, the planet does in fact seem to be the home of a race of Dragons.  The crew is invited to dine and rest in the palatial home of Chingsagam, the leader of the planet's inhabitants.

Host Brett says:
<<<<Resume Mission - "Here be Dragons - Part 7">>>>

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::watches the magical display around her and thinks there has to be a scientific explanation for all of it::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::milling about near K'Vas and Ariel::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::takes her seat indicating to the rest of the crew to follow like wise:: Chingsagam: You set a very welcome table.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes a seat next to the CO::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Keeping very close to the XO::

Host Chingsagam says:
INFO: The platters arrive and are placed by unseen hands upon the table.  Meats, fruits, cheeses and desserts are arrayed elegantly upon the silver trays.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Follows the XO's lead, and takes a seat.::

Host Chingsagam says:
INFO: The elegant glasses at each setting are filled from crystal decanters with fruity, sweet smelling liquid.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::takes a look at the food, not feeling very hungry right now.  Leans over to K'Vas::  CEO: Do you think it's alright to eat?  We don't have our tricorders to make sure.

Host Chingsagam says:
ALL: ::Smiling::  Please, eat.  The food will nourish and refresh you.  We have much to do today, and you must all be at your best.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes a variety of foods and wonders if there is any pickle juice around::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: takes a seat next to Ariel and watches as the platters float around::  CNS: I do not think they would have us travel all this distance merely to poison us now my love.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Rubs his hands together staring at the food. His stomach rumbles again::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::takes the seat next to K'Vas::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex>  ::Stands against one wall, glaring occasionally at the table::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::warily eyes the floating platters whizzing about the room::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::lifts up her glass and admires the rich color.  Takes a sip:: Chingsagam: Very nice. ::nods to the crew to go ahead and eat::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::looks around wondering what's wrong with everyone? There's food here! Reaches out and grabs a turkey leg::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: leans over close to Re'Volos :: TO: Eat lightly.  A full belly would not serve a warrior in battle

CNS_Jakiel says:
::reaches to take some fruit and takes a bite, the juice dribbling down.  Wipes off her chin::

Host Chingsagam says:
::Eats daintily of the fruit and cheeses, and sips the sweet wine.::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::as he withdraws his arm, he inadvertently knocks over his water glass. The Water starts snaking towards the XO::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::nods at the engineer's words::

Host Chingsagam says:
::Looks up at the sound of the toppled glass and blinks::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::grabs a napkin and manages to staunch the flood:: Self: Whew!

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::sighs as she sees the cadet spill his water glass and hands the XO her napkin while looking sternly at the boy to be more careful::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::Re'Volos tears off a chunk of bread from a large loaf and alternates eating that and sipping water::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::smiles apologetically at the XO::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::grabs the napkin and helps clean the mess up.  Frowns at the cadet but it soon washes away::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: takes some of the meat and wine. :: ~~~CNS: Very good.  Eat little one you need your strength~~~

Host Chingsagam says:
Action: A linen towel appears from the doorway to the kitchen, it seems draped over an invisible arm.  The towel speeds to the scene and floats onto the table where it finishes dabbing up the liquid, looking for all the world like it is being wielded by an unseen waiter.::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Audibly: Wow! That's impressive.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::takes another small sip and takes a little cheese and fruit, noting the unseen waiter.  Grins:: Chingsagam: You have very efficient help.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Watches until the invisible servant leaves, then starts tearing into the turkey leg::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::shakes her head at it and starts to assign reasons to what she is seeing::

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: Thank you, they are, as you say, nothing if not efficient.  ::Smiles::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::takes up a utensil and spears some smaller pieces of meat onto his plate::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::takes some of the cheeses onto her plate and some more of the fruit::  ~~~CEO:  I'll try, but I'm not very hungry...too nervous.~~~

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: Tell me Captain, may I address the members of your group?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Chingsagam: Of course.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: touches Ariel's hand reassuringly ::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes a bite to eat of the cheese::

CNS_Jakiel says:
:;takes a sip of the wine, hoping that will help relax her as it wouldn't take much::

Host Chingsagam says:
INFO: The food is excellent.  The wine is light, fruity and refreshing.  As you eat, you begin to feel energized, awake and refreshed.  Small aches and pains disappear, your senses become a bit sharper...or so it seems.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Starts to feel like he could finish off the whole table by himself.:: XO: Please pass the taters...Ma'am.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::suddenly realizes that for the first time in weeks her headache is barely noticeable.  Gives a small sigh of relief and relaxes a little more::

CNS_Jakiel says:
CEO:  I'm glad our host is so hospitable... ::looks back at Rex and away again quickly::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sips on the liquid and notices how it has the same soothing effect on her that the wine Flynn offered her did::

Host Chingsagam says:
XO: Madam, I see you are not entirely human.  ::Looks around a bit::  XO: In fact , I see others here who share your apparent heritage.  Can you enlighten me?

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: Taters? ::looks confused::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::finds the bouquet of the wine goes exceedingly well with a certain cheese::

CEO_K`Vas says:
CNS: Yes he treats his guests well

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Taters. Potatoes. Smash them, mash them, boil them in a stew. ::points at the bowl:: Please Ma'am.

Host Chingsagam says:
<Woman and her beau> ::Sit close together, watching silently as they eat.  She with amusement and curiosity, he with some wariness.::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::turns and looks at Chingsagam:: Chingsagam: That is right.  I am not human at all.  I am half Betazed and half Romulan.

Host Chingsagam says:
::Nods::  XO: Ahh.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: has his wine goblet refilled. Notice that he feels like he could take on an army by himself ::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles, getting a bit more relaxed as the feast progresses and the spirits lift hers::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods and hands him the bowl of potatoes::

Host Chingsagam says:
CIV: And you, young man, are you Romulan as well?

Host Chingsagam says:
<Woman> ::Giggles slightly::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> ::Snorts::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Chingsagam: ::hand halfway to his plate with a scoop of potatoes:: Sir? No sir, I don't believe so. My parentage is half-Vulcan. Vulcans are a race similar to Romulans, so there are many similarities.

Host Chingsagam says:
CIV: Indeed?  So, these Romulans and Vulcans (pronounces the species' names carefully) are related.  How interesting.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Chingsagam: ::nods:: Yes sir.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::drops the scoop onto his plate and sets the bowl down::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::puts down her half full glass and pushes her plate away, just glad that her head has stoped throbbing and listens intently to the conversation::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Ma'am....gravy? ::nods at the tureen::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::finishes the meat on plate and pushes it away::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::is so interested in everything that she is barely eating.  Nods and hands the Cadet the bowl::

Host Chingsagam says:
CEO: And you, you would appear to be of a warrior race.  As does your young apprentice beside you.  Is this in fact true?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Thank you Ma'am. ::takes a dollop, and puts in on top of his pile of mashed spuds. ::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::listens quietly, feeling warmer and contemplating the upcoming event while she idly takes a bite of cheese and another sip of wine::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Sets the gravy bowl down, and looks back over at the XO::

CEO_K`Vas says:
Chingsagam: Yes I am Klingon.  We are a warrior race.  ::point to the TO:: We both are warriors

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Salt and pepper ma'am?

TO_Re`Volos says:
::catches the word "apprentice" directed towards him and looks up::

Host Chingsagam says:
CEO/TO: Ahhh, yes.  Klingons.  I have heard of you, though I never met one of your race.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::looks back and forth over the table until her eyes spy the shakes and then hands them to the cadet as well::  CIV: Hungry cadet?

CNS_Jakiel says:
::wonders how far Chingsagam has traveled::

TO_Re`Volos says:
Chingsagam: Technically I'm half Klingon. My father was human.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Yes ma'am! ::licks his lips as he takes the shakers ,and starts effusively sprinkling both over his plate, one in each hand::

Host Chingsagam says:
TO: Ah.  My apologies.  Humans are, if nothing else, prolific.  ::Smiles::

CEO_K`Vas says:
Chingsagam: Our peoples deeds are known throughout the quadrant.  We are honored that you have heard of us

CNS_Jakiel says:
::watches the CIV in amusement and is glad someone's appetite is healthy::

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: Captain, I must confess, I have a question.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::drinks more of the fruity liquid::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks at Chingsagam curiously:: Chingsagam: Yes?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Gives one more calculated shake, then sets the shakes aside. His eyes scan the table coming to rest on the butter dish...over by the XO. He looks at the XO and starts calculating his odds::::

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: Why have you come?  ::Holds up a hand::  Let me rephrase, I know something of the space surrounding us.  Your kind is not welcome here.  How did you come to be here, carrying your precious cargo?

CNS_Jakiel says:
::pushes her plate away and the now half empty wine goblet:: CEO:  I think I've had enough.  ::turns back to Chingsagam, hearing his question::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: Ma'am? Butter...please? ::smiles ingratiatingly::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Man> ::Leans closer to the two Klingons::  Warriors eh?  How many have you killed?

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::chuckles at the Cadet and hands him the butter::  CIV: Anything else while I am at it? ::smiles::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: ::looks around the table carefully after accepting the butter:: Uh...no...I'm good. Thanks.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Chingsagam: We reached an agreement...albeit a tenuous one...with our hosts the Romulans who have graciously allowed us to enter their space. ::gives a nod to Modex who was sitting at the table::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::looks at K'Vas wondering what his answer will be since she never thought to ask such a question::

CEO_K`Vas says:
Man: Today? This month? Or in my lifetime?

Host Chingsagam says:
<Man> ::Chuckles::  CEO: Well said.  Perhaps we will have time to test your skills before you depart us.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::listens to both the man talking to the CEO and the conversation between K'Beth and their host::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::cuts off what he thinks is an appropriate amount of butter. Then shrugs and doubles it. Drops it on his pile and starts mashing and stirring with his fork.::

CEO_K`Vas says:
Man : Perhaps.  But can you afford to fail such a test?

TO_Re`Volos says:
::nods thoughtfully at the man's suggestion::

Host Chingsagam says:
Modex: So?  How interesting.  Your race was never one for holding to bargains.  Perhaps you have evolved since I last had any dealings with Court.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::starts eating forkfuls with evident pleasure::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::shifts his right leg, checking the accessibility of his D'Tagh::

Host Chingsagam says:
<man> CEO: Fail?  In truth, it has never crossed my mind.  ::Holds a large hand out::  I am called Rakatazam, champion of Chingsagam.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sits back with the goblet in her hand and observes everything::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Modex> Chingsagam: Perhaps.  But what "court" are you referring to?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: hears Chingsagam's comment about Romulans, nods his head in agreement.:: CNS: True the Romulans cannot be trusted, even these people know it to be true

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Thinks 'Wow, these people don't spare the syllables, do they?'::

Host Chingsagam says:
Modex: ::Smiles slightly, for the first time a hint of uncertainty crosses his face::  Forgive me, I spoke in error.

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::frowns at the CEO's comment and tries not to take to heart what he says::

CEO_K`Vas says:
Rakatazam: I am K’Vas son of Malok :: stands and offers his hand ::

CNS_Jakiel says:
:;wonders anew K'Vas' reaction to the assignment she has been given::  CEO:  Yes, many cannot be trusted...

Host Chingsagam says:
<Modex> ::Nods and smiles politely::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::over hears the CEO and looks directly at him, sternly::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::notices a change in the mood at the table. Pauses with a half-buttered slice of bread in his hand and looks up questioningly::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::catches the look of uncertainty on Chingsagam's face, noting that he is not all knowing::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rak> ::Grasps the CEO's forearm firmly::  CEO: Well met.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Chingsagam: Commander Modex has my complete trust, otherwise he would not be here.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::sees that the lull seems to pass, and finishes buttering his bread::

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: I am sure that is the case.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: while shaking Rakatazam's hand :: Rakatazam: This is another member of my house.  :: points to the TO ::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::stands::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::wonders about this 'court':: Chingsagam: You mentioned a 'court'?  May I ask about it?

Host Chingsagam says:
ALL: Now my friends, we must discuss the upcoming ritual.  ::Claps his hands once and the plates begin lifting from the table, as unseen waiters begin clearing it.::

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: Perhaps later, my dear.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::feels decidedly uncomfortable with the talk of fighting and the enmity towards all Romulans::

TO_Re`Volos says:
Rak: Re'Volos of House Malok ::extends his hand::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Crams a slice of bread in his face, and swipes another from the plate as it's carried off::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rak> ::Grasps the TO's hand as well::  TO: Well met young one, perhaps I will test your mettle as well.  ::Smiles::  Now, pay heed to Chingsagam, he speaks.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::nods and makes a mental note t remember to pursue it later.  Sits back and waits for Chingsagam to reveal what is to happen during the ceremony::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::her intensity rises as it appears the time has neared::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::focuses her full attention on what Chingsagam is about to say, the butterflies starting to swarm again::

Host Chingsagam says:
ALL: No doubt you are all filled with great trepidation.  Rest assured, you have nothing to fear.  While one of our kind has never resided in the body of one such as this ::indicates the CNS::  my priests assure me that it should pose little problem.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: motions for Re'Volos to sit again.  Then sits down next to Ariel again and listens::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::nods to Chingsagam::  Chingsagam:  Thank you, sir.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stops mid chew, his mind fixing on the word 'little'::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> ::Steps away from the wall::  All: NO!  My lord you cannot allow them to enter the arcanium.  It is our most secret place.  They will defile it by their presence!

TO_Re`Volos says:
::sits and listens to Chingsagam::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sits a bit taller as Rex speaks out::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::turns in her seat so she can see Rex past the large form of her Klingon::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Chingsagam: But there may be some risk to my officer...correct? ::turns at Rex's outburst and regards him::

Host Chingsagam says:
::Turns eyes toward Rex.::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::focuses his attention quickly on Rex::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::swallows hard, then downs his water in a long sip::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rak> ::Stands at his chair::  Rex: You forget yourself Rexamat!  Lord Chingsagam has decreed they will take part.

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> Rak: Do not presume to silence me, I have this right.  As master of the Arcanium, I forbid their entrance!  We will take the vessel and extract the essence from it, these others are not required.  ::Indicates the CNS::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::looks at the officers around the table taking his cue from them::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::wants to stand but her diplomatic training discourages it::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::clenches her teeth in anger at the impersonal description of herself::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: watches the captain for a chance to speak::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::bristles at the word "extract"::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::doesn't like the word 'extract' but waits until Chingsagam answers first.  Looks about the table indicating for the rest of the crew to stand fast::

Host Chingsagam says:
::Speaks quietly, but his voice carries throughout the room, and there is steel in his words::  Rex: Rexamat, you as Arcanium Master have this right.  But I would ask a boon of you....allow them to accompany their friend.  It may make the transference easier.  And we do not wish to risk the essence, or the life of this woman.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::glares at Rex defiantly, believing that Chingsagam will have the final say.

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> Ching: I care not for her life!  What is it, a hundred years?  Bah!  The lot of them are not worth one of us!  ::Turns his black eyes on all at the table, resting finally on the CEO...A feral grin forms::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> All: Perhaps I shall take the vessel after the ceremony....I have not had the pleasure of a woman's company in quite some time....

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Glances nervously between Rex, the CEO and the CO/XO::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::has had enough, stands up and stares calmly at Rex:: Rex: I had thought that we were all civilized here...::lets her voice drip with sarcasm:: But apparently I was mistaken.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::her eyes widen in shock at Rex's vulgar speech and her face goes white::

CEO_K`Vas says:
Rex: This vessel is my mate.  We will accompany her.  And you will not speak of her in that manner...no one dishonors our house in this manner

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::stands::  CEO: At ease Lt.  ::address Rex::  Rex: I am glad for your sake that we did not choose the same manner with your kind when she resided in one of us

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::wishes the silverware hadn't been cleared off already. Glances around the room for possible weapons if needed.:: Self: Well, I suppose ya' gotta' die of somethin'. ::sighs::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> ::Advances close to the table, looking at the CEO::  Your mate?  Well, well..  ::Licks his lips::  Then her company will be even more sweet.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::stand up angrily:: Rex: taHqeq!

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CTO/TO: At ease, Lt. Sit back down...now.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: hears the captain.  stands at ease.  But a growl can still be heard in the back of his throat :: CO: Yes captain

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rak> Rex: Do not do this!

TO_Re`Volos says:
::growls and obeys::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::lays her hand on her angry mate and whispers desperately:: CEO:  Don't, he's baiting you.  ::looks at Rex and tries to move away, but hits against the table::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::sits very still, willing his muscles to relax::

Host Chingsagam says:
Rex: Rexamat...Be silent.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::turns to Chingsagam:: Chingsagam: What would happen to my officer if the ceremony never took place?

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::keeps her eyes on Rex but listens to their host::

Host Chingsagam says:
<Rex> ::Rocks, as if stunned...Glares at Chingsagam, then stalks away, exiting the room::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::finds Rex's emotions very frightening, her heart racing.  Then watches in great relief as Rex backs down and moves away::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Sees Rex' leave the room, and let's his breath out slowly, causing his bangs to bounce in the current::::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: hears Ariel's words.  Stands with his gaze fixed on his opponent ::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::a sigh of relief washes over her face as she lays a slight hand on the CEO’s shoulder before returning her attention back to front::

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: ::Looks at the CO, his eyes flashing with golden fire for a moment, before returning to their former hue::  She will go mad Captain...Then, Veriferimax's essence will control her....and she will destroy you all.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::doesn't even acknowledge Rex as he exits, keeps her eye on Chingsagam while motioning to the XO to sit back down hoping the rest of the crew would relax with that action::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods at her CO and sits down::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Glances at the XO as if to ask if this is normal for a Starfleet officers' day, but remains silent::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::watches Rexamat's retreat out of the room and growls his disgust at his behavior. He remains seated but very aware of where his D'Tagh is::

Host XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::is rather proud of her officers::

CNS_Jakiel says:
Chingsagam:  Can you do nothing to change his mind?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: sits back down next with Ariel :: ~~~CNS: All is well my love~~~

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Chingsagam: And you will perform this ceremony?

Host Chingsagam says:
CO: No Captain....::Looks somewhat sad::  Rexamat will do so.

Host Chingsagam says:
<<<<Pause>>>>