Host SM_Pam says:
The away team finds themselves inside a seedy hotel filled with unsavory characters. E`Laina has been forced to remain outside, as all slaves are supposed to do. Several other men are eyeing her closely, perhaps in hopes of making a deal with her owner.

Host SM_Pam says:
K`Vas and Lt. Cmdr. Ray are about to meet up with the boss of the place, which they hope is Makus, the Cardassian trader they have been searching for. Makus is believed to have information on the missing orb of power, stolen from a Federation dig.

Host SM_Pam says:
It is the middle of the night and the witching hour is approaching. Can the away team find Makus  before the men outside decide to move in on the beautiful slave? Will the doctor who was beamed down after the rest of the team, find them?

Host SM_Pam says:
Meanwhile back on the Triton, that stubborn console is acting up again. Can the CEO finally fix it for once and for all? Now for the dear Captain, will his headaches subside before he bleeds to death from that nasty nosebleed?

Host SM_Pam says:
ACTD is proud to present the USS Triton in "Scavenger Hunt"....Chapter three....."The Boss" ...Stardate 10501. 27

Host SM_Pam says:
= /\ = /\ = /\ = /\ = Resume = /\ = /\ = /\ = /\ =

OPS-LtCmdr-Anari says:
:: Standing outside the room where the XO and CTO entered.  Those burly looking men are still blocking her way.  She hears a sound and looks in the direction it came... ::

OPS-LtCmdr-Anari says:
:: Shivers as she sees it is a mouse... ::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::Looks around the alley where she was beamed into. She starts to walk a bit with a plain face, hiding her curiosity:: ~~~OPS: E'Laina, where are you three?~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::In his quarters, looking over some boring paperwork::

E`Laina says:
:: Hears Ashley ::   ~~~ Ashley: We're in some building not far, I don't think from where we beamed in. ~~~

Ashley says:
::She continues to walk a bit as she looks around.:: ~~~E'Laina: In what direction?~~~

K`Vas says:
:: Begins to walk towards the man at the table :: Aloud: Nothing had better happen to my merchandise

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: I think we turned right when we exited the alley...but I'm not sure. ~~~

Host SM_Pam says:
ACTION: The dimly lit hotel room smells of spice and some pungent odors that offend the nose as the XO and CTO begin their search

E`Laina says:
:: Eyes the men standing at the door and turns to go and sit on the stairs in the lobby ::

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: I will meet you there.~~~ ::She starts to walk in the direction indicated by her friend.:: Self: Such a.. dirty place.

Ray says:
:: knife in hand, ready to fight::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: Be careful...there are very...unsavory people in this area.  You could be accosted. ~~~

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: You may want to act...well...like a hussy ~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::feels better now, having put his worries in the back of his mind, where he thought they were to begin with::

K`Vas says:
~~~E'Laina: When the doctor joins you bring her up to date on what has happened, if she wants be another slave so be it~~~

Ashley says:
::She begins to walk in a bit of a dabo girl style:: ~~~E'Laina: That.. I can do.~~~ ::She giggles a bit mentally::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::gets up and exits his quarters::

E`Laina says:
~~~ K`Vas: Yes sir.  I told her to act like a hussy ~~~

Ray says:
K'Vas: What is your plan, buddy?

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::enters TL::  Computer:  Bridge

CEO_Ltjg_Randolph says:
@:: patiently waiting for the captain to return to the bridge::

K`Vas says:
Ray: Hopefully we can promise him something he wants in exchange

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::while waiting for the TL to get there, takes out his Da’tagk and practices knife tricks with it::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: At the moment the XO says I'm his slave.  If you want to act like one of his slaves, you might be in for a beating...my suggestion is to be his "other woman" ~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::re-sheaths the Da’tagk when the TL doors open, then enters the bridge, still wearing his shades::

E`Laina says:
:: Shivers as she sees a big rat now ::

Ashley says:
::She winks to a few of the men that stare at her as she walks towards the building:: ~~~E'Laina: The other woman! Such a wonderful cover!~~~ ::She cannot help but laugh a bit to herself::

Host Makus says:
ACTION: As the doctor nears the hotel, several men crowd around her

K`Vas says:
:: approaches the man :: Man: I was told you and I might do business

E`Laina says:
:: Brings her knees to her face to hide her smile ::    ~~~ Ashley: Unless you want a beating, I'd say be the "other woman" ~~~   :: A slight giggle can be heard in her thoughts ::

Host Makus says:
:: wipes his mouth and burps loudly :: K`Vas: Depends. What do you want?

Ashley says:
::She notices the men:: Men: Why hello there gentlemen. How are you this evening? ::She smiles sweetly towards them:: ~~~E'Laina: I have some.. company.~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@CEO:  Status?

E`Laina says:
:: Senses Ashley's apprehension and stands.  Moves to the doors and quickly exits.  Sees Ashley ::

Host Makus says:
ACTION: One of the men surrounding the doctor grabs her arm and sniffs her

CEO_Ltjg_Randolph says:
@CO: So far so good sir.

E`Laina says:
Ashley:  My lady!  Master will be happy to see you!   :: Rushes down the steps and elbows her way through the throng of men. ::

E`Laina says:
Men: Let her be!  She is my master's lady!  My master will be angered if harm comes to her!

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@CEO:  The Doctor make it down there?

K`Vas says:
Makus: I want profit, but it is what my clients required that interest me  :: smirks ::

Ashley says:
::She allows the man to grab her arm and smiles a bit:: Man: A bit fresh of you my good sir. ::She looks towards E'Laina:: E: Now.. now, I am always open for a price.

Masher says:
Ashley: You smell good. Who do you belong to? ::pushes E`Laina back :: E`Laina: Get back slave.

E`Laina says:
:: Trips backwards ::   Masher: Let her be!  Master will kill you!

CEO_Ltjg_Randolph says:
@CO: Somehow she was returned to the ship but succeeded in returning to the planet but she is separated from the AT for the moment.

E`Laina says:
~~~ K`Vas: The doctor is here.  She...and I are surrounded by a group of men ~~~

Host Makus says:
:: leans back in his chair :: K`Vas: Profit eh? Let's talk. :: motions to a chair :: Sit.

Ashley says:
::She caresses his face a bit:: Masher: I belong to the one known as K'Vas my good sir. ::She turns a bit from him:: Masher: He would be angered if anyone tried to have me. ::She glared at E'Laina:: E: You mind your tongue! ~~~E'Laina: Sorry about the words.~~~ ::Smiles a bit internally::

K`Vas says:
~~~E'Laina: Tell them that she is K`Vas' woman and that I am doing business with their boss~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@CEO:  Good.  Carry on.  ::enters his RR::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: It's okay...strike me if you must...I am a slave after all!  We need to make it look good for them. ~~~

Masher says:
E`Laina: I said back off. I like this little one. Go and tell your master that I will make him an offer for her.

E`Laina says:
Masher: He will not barter for her!   :: Raises her fist in an attempt to strike Masher ::

K`Vas says:
::moves the chair to make sure it isn't rigged :: Makus: Most kind.  I am K`Vas...a trader of rarities  :: points to Ray :: And this is my personal security man.  My slave and my woman are outside

Ashley says:
::She turns towards Masher and smiles widely:: Masher: I say my good sir. How much am I worth to you? ::She caresses his face a bit again:: E'Laina: Keep your place! ::She grabs her by the hair and pulls her away::

Host Makus says:
ACTION: Another man grabs E`Laina and holds her firmly her arms pinned at her sides

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::turns out his RR light, removes his shades, and looks out the window at the stars, thinking::

E`Laina says:
:: Is beginning to get angry.  Tries to keep her anger in check least something happens ::

Host Makus says:
:: grunts :: K`Vas: You travel with women? How daring of you.

E`Laina says:
:: Screams as she is dragged away and dumped ::

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: I would hate to really live in a place like this.~~~ ::She smiles as E is pulled away:: Masher: Are these your men? ::She motions to them all::

Masher says:
Ashley: You are not worth much, but I can go to 50 credits.

K`Vas says:
Makus: One has to show off his merchandise and status.  Don't you agree  :: moves one of the crystal goblets on the table ::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: As would I ~~~   :: Gets up and elbows her way back into the circle of men ::

E`Laina says:
Men:  I SAID she belongs to Master!  LET HER GO!

Host Makus says:
:: laughs :: K`Vas: Indeed sir, you are brave to show your status in this place. There are thugs about you know.

E`Laina says:
:: Sense the heightened interest of the men in the circle ::   ~~~ Ashley: We could be in trouble ~~~

Ashley says:
::She watches E'Laina and hopes that she is not in much pain:: ~~~E'Laina: Are you injured much?~~~ E'Laina: I said take your place serf!

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: I understand but they will not take me unless K'Vas does in fact allow them to, which is why I am playing along.~~~

K`Vas says:
Makus: Yes but a business man such are yourself keeps his business associates and their belongings safe

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: No, I'm not hurt. ~~~   :: Falls at Ashley's feet and grabs a hold of them. ::   Ashley: Please mistress...do not do this!

Masher says:
Ashley: These are my men, but they can deal with that slave. :: indicates E`Laina ::

Ashley says:
Masher: Let me take care of her my good sir. ::She gives him a small kiss on the cheek and grabs E'Laina by the ear and starts out through the crowd back towards the hotel doors::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: I know...but...well...can't you sense the heighten interest?  The pheromones are thick here! ~~~

Host Makus says:
K`Vas: Now, what do you have to offer me and what do you seek? :: burps again and motions to the CTO to sit ::

E`Laina says:
:: Follows Ashley as if in pain...whimpering loudly ::

Masher says:
Ashley: Stop! :: his men grab the two women :: I said stop.

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: I doubt they get many women like us here.~~~ ::She continues to push through the crowd:: ~~~E'Laina: Which is why we are going inside.~~~ ::She stops when she is grabbed:: Masher: My sir! Why am I stopping?

K`Vas says:
Makus: I can acquire most anything...I have suppliers.  I have a client that seeks a antique of sorts, an orb, I thought a powerful business man like yourself might know where such a rarity was

E`Laina says:
:: Gives the posture of being submissive ::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: If they let us ~~~

Host Makus says:
:: his eyes light up :: K`Vas: You seek an orb? :: eyes him carefully :: Where do you come from? You don't look like a trader from these parts.

Ray says:
:: sits, but pulls out knife and begins to clean his fingernails for show that he is dangerous::

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: If they do not I would suggest having K'Vas come out here. He would cause them fright, at least I hope. Unless they really really want me...~~~

Host Makus says:
ACTION: Masher's men separate the two women and continue to paw them

K`Vas says:
Makus: I keep a safe house on a planet near the Gorn Hegemony.  As you can imagine most of my Klingon brethren have no use for someone that place profit equal with honor

E`Laina says:
:: Fights off the men's hands ::   ~~~ K`Vas: Sir...we are being man-handled out here.  A little help would be great ~~~    :: A tinge of nervousness is heard in her voice ::

Ashley says:
Men: My good sirs! There is a time and place for this behavior! If you are caught my Master would not be in the happiest mood! ::She pulls herself away from some of the men, not using much of her strength::

K`Vas says:
:: hears E'Laina:: Ray: Go and see what keeps my woman she should be here by now  :: motions for the CTO go::

Host Makus says:
:: grunts again :: K`Vas: I like you. ::leans forward :: Federation?

E`Laina says:
:: Feels a slight pain in her side ::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::feels something is wrong::

E`Laina says:
:: Gasps a moment and falters ::

Host Makus says:
ACTION: The men outside begin to laugh and toss the women from one to the other

K`Vas says:
Makus: I don't take sides.  The only side I am on is mine  ::laughs ::  If the latinum is pure then I am whatever I need to be

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: If you could cause them each to trip without physically doing it.. it would be..Augh!~~~ ::Feels herself being tossed::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@~~~OPS:  Is everything going... according to plan~~~

E`Laina says:
:: Is trying not to get angry...but feels the pain growing stronger ::

Ray says:
:: gets up and checks on his "merchandise"::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley:  Ashley.... ~~~    :: Voice falters ::

Host Makus says:
ACTION: E`Laina suddenly collapses and faints.

K`Vas says:
~~~E'Laina: Ray is on his way ~~~

Ray says:
Men: let them go if you know what is good for you

Ashley says:
::Is trying to allow herself to hold some restraint instead of attacking the men. Her eyes widen as E'Laina falls. She elbows one of the men in the gut and attempts to go to her side::

Host Makus says:
ACTION: The men see what has happened and run off leaving the doctor and OPS alone.

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@~~~OPS:  E'laina?  Can you hear me?~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::returns to the bridge::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@CEO:  Report

Host Makus says:
:: pulls out small bag an puts it on the table :: K`Vas: Now tell me, what are you offering for this orb?

Ashley says:
::She kneels down next to E'Laina and checks her pulse as well as elevates her head a bit:: E'Laina: E'Laina, can you hear me? ::Does not want to use her Tricorder but she may have to::

K`Vas says:
Makus: What are you seeking, slaves, weapons, biological agents, I have quite an inventory

Ashley says:
::She takes out her pack and flips her Tricorder open in her pack, hoping the readings will go through the thin material::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@Bridge:  Report!

Ray says:
Doctor: beam the two of you out.

CEO_Ltjg_Randolph says:
@CO: Sir I am  trying to establish the status of the AT now sir.

Host Makus says:
K`Vas: Women are not of any value here but.....you have weapons? Torpedoes?

Sanchez says:
@ CO: I have a lock on the away team sir.

Ashley says:
Ray: I do not know what you are talking about my good sir. ::She glares at Ray. If he speaks in that fashion they may get discovered::

Sanchez says:
@ CO: The XO is in a building, the CMO, OPS and CTO are outside the building

E`Laina says:
:: Starts to come to and grabs Ashley's arm ::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@Sanchez:  Are they alone, the ones outside?

E`Laina says:
Ashley: What happened?

Ashley says:
::She sighs a bit as she notices that E'Laina is unconscious. A minor one however she has to make sure that the child is not in any way injured. She jumps a bit as her arm is grabbed:: ~~~E: How are you feeling?~~~ ::She smiles a bit::

K`Vas says:
Makus: Torpedoes of course.  Currently I can lay hands on Federation and Klingon torpedoes

Sanchez says:
@:: Checks his console ::   CO: At the moment they are, sir

Ray says:
:: whispers:: CMO: get out of sight first.

Host Makus says:
:: opens the bag and pulls out a piece of yellowed paper :: K`Vas: You see, I have what you seek, but first, I want to see these weapons.

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: A bit light-headed.  What happened?  Where'd the men go? ~~~

E`Laina says:
:: Starts to sit up ::  Rob: I'm alright.    Ashley: We can't go...we have to stay...we MUST complete our mission

Ashley says:
Ray: We are fine. ::She waves her hand towards Ray:: ~~~E'Laina: It seems that their tossing caused you to fall unconscious. It seems that everything is in order with you though. When we get back I would like to perform a full physical.~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::quietly::  *CTO*:  Commander, what's your status?

K`Vas says:
:: grins :: Makus: I can have the torpedoes here by midday.  How many do your require?

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley:  Of course, my dear friend.  Help me up, please? ~~~

CEO_Ltjg_Randolph says:
@::hands flying over the keypad::

Ashley says:
::She closes the Tricorder and flips her pack back around her shoulder. She extends a hand towards E'Laina and pulls her up when it is grabbed::

Host Makus says:
:: stands and comes around the table, his bodyguards standing on both sides of him ::

Ray says:
*CTO*  I need you to get your wife out for safety reasons, I’m sure you understand

E`Laina says:
:: Feels a little woozy but steadies herself ::

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@*CMO*:  You agree?

K`Vas says:
:: stands to meet Makus :: Makus: So do we have a deal?

E`Laina says:
All: We need to get back inside the hotel

Ashley says:
::She looks towards Ray and takes out her COM badge and taps it:: *CO*: Sir, please belay that. E'Laina is fine, she just had a rather small spell. If she is taken back, it may not look good.

Host Makus says:
K`Vas: This map will show you where the jewels are, but be warned, if you try and cross me, there will be a high price to pay.

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@Self:  Duh, she's a doctor, of course she'll agree

E`Laina says:
:: Starts to move carefully up the stairs ::

Ray says:
E’laina: I'm sorry, but I'm getting you out of here.

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::surprised by the doctor not agreeing::

E`Laina says:
Ray: No!  You will not!  The mission comes first!  :: Continues up the stairs ::

K`Vas says:
Makus: I did not stay alive this long by being foolish.  I will need the coordinates of where you want your...merchandise delivered

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: Stop for one moment. I have something I would like to give you for the pain so you will feel fine. We need to go somewhere towards the side,~~~

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@*CTO/CMO*:  You two need to come to an agreement quickly

Host Makus says:
:: grins :: K`Vas: A deal? Once I see a sample of your goods then we will have a deal.

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: We can do that inside...at the staircase.  It's dark in there ~~~

E`Laina says:
:: Reaches the door and turns around to look at the CTO and CMO ::

K`Vas says:
Makus: I see you are no fool either.  Where do you want to view the samples?

Ashley says:
*CO*: Sir in matters of health I have given you my thoughts. She is fine, I promise. ::She starts to walk up the stairs::

Host Makus says:
:: motions to one of his men for something :: K`Vas: Here are the coordinates. Make sure to deliver the goods there by midday tomorrow, then the map is yours, but for now I will show you a portion.

E`Laina says:
:: Senses concern from her husband ::   ~~~ Ashley: Did Vince ask about me? ~~~

Ashley says:
::She looks into her pack and prepares a Hypo spray inside of it so no one can see what she is in fact doing as she waits for the Captain so she can go into the hotel and do her job:: ~~~E'Laina: Yes, it seems Commander Ray wants you to report back to the ship. However, I disagree with him and have voiced my disagreement.~~~

K`Vas says:
:: moves to see the map :: Makus: Agreed

Host Makus says:
ACTION: Makus tears off a section of the map and hands it to K`Vas

E`Laina says:
~~~ CO: My love...I'm fine.  The mission continues ~~~    :: Senses the deal going on inside ::

Ray says:
E'laina: as tactical officer I am in charge of your safety

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@~~~OPS:  Okay, just making sure.  Hang in there, my Sweet~~~

Ashley says:
Ray: As the "Chief" Medical Officer I am in charge of her health and wellbeing. She is fine Commander. ::She says quietly but sternly as she reaches the top of the stairs::

E`Laina says:
Ray: But you are not in charge of ME!  I said I am fine...the mission is more important than my safety.  Do I make myself, clear, Commander?   :: Anger is heard in her voice ::   I will stay!

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@~~~OPS:  Let Mr. Ray know I support your staying down there, for now~~~

Host Makus says:
K`Vas: Tomorrow at midday, or else. :: his men place their hands on their belts indicating a weapon ::

K`Vas says:
:: takes the map.  Hands Makus a paper :: Makus: This is my personal comm. frequency.  I will contact you on this frequency once I arrive with your purchase and am ready to deliver it

E`Laina says:
~~~ CO: Do not make me come up...it will compromise the mission.  ~~~

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: Let us enter the hotel so I can administer this hypo spray E'Laina.~~~ ::She enters the hotel::

E`Laina says:
Rob: Vince states that he supports my staying down here.  The topic is now closed.

K`Vas says:
Makus: Of course.  Now I will bid you good night.  Before someone tries to sample my merchandise waiting outside

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: Yes...lets...after you ~~~

Host Makus says:
:: nods :: K`Vas: Agreed. :: takes the paper and reads it before tucking it into his pouch ::

K`Vas says:
:: moves cautiously out of the room to join the others outside ::

Host Makus says:
:: belches :: K`Vas: Slaves are nothing. You would be better off without them.

Ashley says:
::She moves into a very dark area where no one can see them and injects E'Laina quickly with the hypo spray and then throws it back in her pack::

Host Makus says:
:: sits down again and drinks from his goblet ::

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: The XO is coming ~~~'

K`Vas says:
:: as he leaves :: Makus: But they are entertaining to watch

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: Tell him he is no longer allowed to strike you. That I have to make an order.~~~ ::She walk out of the darker area in her "hussy" way::

Ray says:
Self: damnit

E`Laina says:
~~~ Ashley: I don't believe it will be necessary.  The one time was enough to convince the men he was my master ~~~

K`Vas says:
::exits the building :: ~~~E'Laina: Where are you?~~~

Host SM_Pam says:
ACTION: Back on the ship the Captain is feeling a bit....peckish

E`Laina says:
:: Watches the XO enter the lobby, then leave through the door. ::   ~~~ XO: The CMO and I are inside the lobby...by the staircase ~~~

Ashley says:
~~~E'Laina: Good.~~~ ::She smiles a bit warmly as she stands there, in a bit of a pose::

K`Vas says:
:: walks over to the others ::

Ashley says:
::She looks towards K'Vas and looks around to see if anyone is around::

E`Laina says:
:: Looks up as the XO approaches them ::

K`Vas says:
:: aloud in case anyone should be close enough to hear:: E'laina/Ashley: And what of my women?

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::sits, feeling funny::

E`Laina says:
:: Bows before her master ::   K`Vas: I am yours to command, master...

Ashley says:
::She smiles towards the Klingon:: K'Vas: The beget here has a wretched mouth my dear sir. ::She glares at her and then turns back and smiles sweetly::

E`Laina says:
:: Senses something strange coming from her husband and glances quickly at Ashley ::

E`Laina says:
:: Lowers her head ::

Ray says:
K’Vas: the OPS is injured and refuses to return to ship

CO_Capt_Vince says:
@::suspects something just before.......::

Host SM_Pam says:
ACTION: A private communiqué is received by the Captain on his personal comm. and suddenly he is gone in a flash of light.

E`Laina says:
K`Vas: The Captain agrees to my staying with the away team, sir

K`Vas says:
All: We are done here for now time to get back to the ship.

Ray says:
:: nods in agreement::

Ashley says:
::She shakes her head and glares towards Ray as she thinks - "Who does he think he is? He is no Doctor."::

E`Laina says:
:: Doesn't sense her husband....  Her eyes fly open wide.  Quietly to self. ::   Self: VINCE!    :: Voice in a whisper ::

Ashley says:
::She looks towards E'Laina:: ~~~E'Laina: What is it?~~~

E`Laina says:
:: Feels herself panicking ::   Ashley:  He's gone...he's gone from my mind!  It's like...it's like Vince vanished!

K`Vas says:
:: herds the away team:: All: Lets get back to the ship and see what has happened

Ashley says:
::Her eyes widen:: K'Vas: We need to get back now Commander.

E`Laina says:
:: Starts to hold back tears ::   Ashley: He's gone, Ashley...gone

Ashley says:
E'Laina: Gone.. how? It doesn't make any sense that he would just... vanish.

Ray says:
:: puts his knife in the sheath before he does something he will regret::

Sanchez says:
@ *XO*: Sir!  The Captain has vanished!

Host SM_Pam says:
ACTION: The away team is beamed back to the Triton without incident, but what surprise is awaiting them there?

Host SM_Pam says:
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