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Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 7:26 pm
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Kira had broken off to meet their contact she has been told that
would be best as to not spook him. It was night on Pacifica a
cool mist had settled in the not so great part of town. Jon and
Jenna were back at the hotel waiting for her. Kira hugged her
cloak around her she hadn't dressed the greatest for this kind
of weather with her short black dress. She waited in the shadows
for her contact to appear. She hadn't been told who only a where
and a when.
Stonewall stepped out of the shadows. His black shirt and dark,
denim pants allowed the large, muscular man to blend in. "You're
Gemini?" He asked.
Kira turned, she almost recognized the voice and was suddenly
glad that she had been surgically altered, she no longer had
her cat ears or tail though they could be recovered at a later
date she now looked human. “Yes” Kira said as she caught site of
her contact. “Tom” she said anger flashing through her.
"Do we know each other?" He said, confused, his hand hovering
near the type I phaser he had hidden.
Kira looked around and stepped closer “Easy, no need to shoot
me. I will explain but not here in the open” Kira's eyes darted
around.
Tom kept his hand near the phaser, but stepped closer. "Alright.
Where shall we go then?" Tom stayed back out of view of the
streets. He was still wanted for a litany of crimes.
“This way” Kira started towards the abandoned warehouse she had
seen a block down once inside she activated her subcutaneous
implant to scan the area for unwanted guests or devices when she
was sure the area was clear she turned to stonewall. “Give me
one good reason I shouldn't shoot you and drag your ass back to
Starfleet for what you have done to my son-in-law and his
family”
"Kira?" Tom said, impressed by the surgical alterations. "I've
got a few, and I promise if I survive this Praxis will be
released." He looked around, then overturned an empty bucket and
sat. "The best reason is, starfleet already caught me."
“That's Admiral Phaserman to you Colonel” Kira leaned back
against a post and looked down at him. “Your our contact, let me
guess some jackass in starfleet intel decided to promise you the
charges would be dropped if you worked for him.” Kira said
knowing how Starfleet intel worked she had been the director
there for a few years awhile back. “In the mean time Praxis is
sitting on the USS Veroto twiddling his thumbs wondering if he
is going to lose everything because your dumb ass has left him
out to dry. I swear to god Colonel if he goes down for this I
will hunt your ass down and kill you myself and then I will
stick your head on the bow of the Veroto”
“Praxis' arrest was an unforseen and unintended consequence of
the planned mission. Appearently one of my subordinates filed an
SCIS report about our actions on Koliath. The fact that the
“terrorist attack” occurred on Koliath gave SCIS an excuse to
investigate, and my appearent death, along with Billy's, left
Praxis as the senior officer, and the one to take the heat.” Tom
took a deep breath. “An agent by the name of Stuck jumped me
with a Phaser, told me to either play along or he'd throw me to
SCIS. I won't lie, I'm guilty as charged, but the idea of
spending the rest of my life in a prison colony just doesn't
sound fun.”
Kira growled, “No instead my daughter and grand daughter are
left without their husband and father. Your a selfish prick
Colonel Westover, I may have to work with you but I don't like
you” Kira's anger caused her fangs to extend. She pushed away
from the pole and stood up straight.
“I'm not selfish, Admiral. I hadn't even heard they had arrested
Praxis until Agent Stuck was briefing me in. Had I known they
were going to arrest him I would have had Col. Williams take me
back to Leatherneck. I've also written a statement, in the event
of my death on this mission, stating that the order to carry out
the criminal acts originated with me, acting on my own authority
as Commander, 1st Marine Division. I would never have discussed
it with Praxis anyways. He's a great man and a good officer, but
he spends a tad too much time trying to make the war into
something less than the terrible atrocity it actually is. It was
my decision, and one I and I alone must accept judgment for.”
“Until my Son-in-law is cleared of all charges, don't expect me
to like you. You messed with my family Colonel, this is my fleet
how do you think this makes me look? I've already gotten heat
about how I am running my fleet because of YOUR actions. Maybe
next time you will think about how your actions reflect on those
around you.” Kira moved closer to him. “You wanna talk about
answering for your actions and accepting judgment Colonel, here
is my judgment as your commanding officer, as General
Hardfighters commanding officer, that marine base will be under
heavy scrutiny from me, and if you survive this with your career
intact, I will make your life a living hell” Kira got in his
face. “Is that understood Colonel?”
“Yes, Ma'am.” Tom said. He knew Kira was dead serious. Inside,
Tom felt horrible that his friend was in cuffs because of his
own, stupid actions. “So, how many people are in your team?” He
asked, ready to get down to business.
“Three including myself” Kira said backing off and moving over
to lean against the pole again. “How are you getting us in?”
Kira asked.
“I have to place a call. The local cell is expecting you, and
sent me to get you. The cell has been laying low lately, since
the explosion on Leatherneck. My cover is that I used a real
terrorist attack to cover my escape, so I wouldn't have to face
criminal charges.”
“Jenna and Jon are back at the hotel we can grab them and head
over to the terrorist cell. Do they know the 'terrorist attack'
was us?” Kira asked.
“Yes. That's why they accepted you. The leader of the cell
called it absolutely brilliant, with a touch of divine
intervention that you could attack such a heavily fortified
installation.”
“Religious nut ball huh? What is it this time? Some sort of god
telling them that the federation is some sort of evil creation
and needs to be stopped?” Kira asked they hadn't recived much
intel before the undercover mission since there wasn't much on
their leader Kernada.
“Pretty much. 'The Federation is a band of godless heathens and
heretics that must be eradicated for the preservation of the
universe and to appease the almighty, so as to avoid a hellish
apocalypse.'”
“Fabulous, I can't wait.” Kira said sarcasticly. “Psycho nut
jobs with inflated egos and a sense of self worth mix in
extremest religious views and a charismatic personality and we
got ourselves a terrorist group” Kira sighed. “When do they
expect us by?” Kira asked.
“They expect us by midday tomorrow. He wants to make sure you
are there for Midday Sermon. Oh, yeah, and he delivers three
sermons a day, once before breakfast, one during lunch, and
another after dinner..Oh, and he's a bit of a chauvinist towards
women, so you might want to find some more conservative clothes,
or he's likely to 'put you in your place' which, from what I've
seen, involves whips, clubs, or fists.”
“Fantastic we have our selves an old school male chauvinistic
pig” Kira sighed, “You might as well come back to the hotel and
meet the rest of the team.” Kira said pushing away from the
pole, “they will need to hear all this.”
“Okay.” Tom said.
Kira walked towards the exit, they walked in silence to the
hotel about a mile away. Kira took out her key when they arrived
and swiped it for entrance. “It's me” she called.
Jenna walked out with a towel around herself she had obviously
just gotten out of a shower. “Gemini did you find the...” She
stopped when she caught site of Tom. “Oh Hello, I'm Helena, you
must be our contact” Jenna smiled.
“It's alright Jenna hes an undercover operative, Tom meet Lt.
Jenna Kilmore my son Josephs girl friend” Kira said the last bit
with a mild hint of disgust. “Where's Jon?”
“He went out to some Chinese place down the road to get food he
should be back soon, nice to meet you Tom”
“A pleasure, Lieutenant.” Tom said, not trying to hide his
smile. “Nice towel.”
Jenna looked down then back up and grinned “Really you think so,
you should see whats underneath it.” Jenna turned and walked
back into the bathroom.
“Jenna!” Kira called after her a little ****ed.
“Oh don't get your tail in a bunch Kira I was just kidding”
Jenna called back.
Tom smiled. “You have a boyfriend? That's....He's a lucky man.”
Tom felt alittle let down, he had just gotten out of a
relationship recently.
Jeanna walked back out in yoga pants and a black low cut tank
top that showed off a lot of clevage.. “I'm the lucky one” Jenna
said, “Joseph is a good kid, besides I break Marines” she
winked.
“Jenna!” Kira said again.
“Oh god Kira knock it off, I'm not offering.” Jenna growled
“Besides Marine boy over there wouldn't be able to handle me,
Joseph has a hard time with little OLD me” she grinned.
“I'm sure you're underestimating me, Lieutenant. The last
person who did that ended up with their head on a stake.” Tom
said, smiling.
“O0o baby 0o0 baby stakes turn me on” Jenna laughed.
“Oh god I am so not listening to this! Really Tom, talking about
stakes to a vampire!” Kira rolled her eyes.
“Aww he didn't know, besides its not like stakes really do
anything to us other then **** us off I should know about 456
years ago someone tried to stake me. Damn Buffy ****”
“I serve with a Vampire, actually.” Tom said. “She told me about
the stake thing being a myth..”He paused for a moment...”456
years ago? Been around the block a time or two, Lieutenant?”
“745 blocks to be precise” Jenna smiled, “I'm one of the oldest
living vampires only two older then me that I can think of. Your
vampire co worker what's her name?”
“Major General Isabelle Hale,Commanding Officer of the 2nd
Marine Division, and I presume the acting Corps commander
currently...745...and you don't look a day past 20. I was
worried you weren't old enough for me to buy you a drink.”
“I get that a lot, Old Izzy huh? I know her still feeding off of
Animals is she?” Jenna asked. “You know you remind me of someone
hard to place though.. hmm” Jenna racked her brain.
“I've seen her go after a dog or two, but that's it...In 745
years, you've met a lot of people...could be pure coincidence.”
Tom said.
Jenna thought about it some before answering, “Your codename..
Ah ha! Your related to old Stonewall Jackson aren't you?”
“Yes. He's my great great grandfather's great great
grandfather's grandfather or some such, he's about 14 or 15
generations back in the family line.”
“Yeah umm.. sorry about his death, I think I was indirectly
responsible for that, he was the tastiest thing I had smelled in
a long time and when I tried to kill him well, they started
firing at me and he got caught in the cross fire.”
Tom shrugged. “Nothing much to do about it now, I never met the
man. You did, however, have a hell of an impact on history. Had
he not died at Chancellorsville, it's a decent bet that the
Confederate States might have won the war.”
“Yeah well I'm glad they lost” Jenna smiled. “I've had a few
impacts on history a few of my kind have.” Jenna shrugged.
“Anyway I think I hear Jon. He should have food.” Jenna hurried
for the door and opened it before Jon could.
“Hey Jon meet Tom, our contact” Jenna said as he stepped in and
she closed the door.
Tom offered his hand. “A pleasure Jon.” Tom said.
“Commodore Frost is my new XO on the Veroto” Kira said speaking
up she had remained quiet while Jenna and Tom had spoke.
Tom introduced himself further, “Brigade Colonel Thomas
Westover. Until recently, Commanding Officer, 1st Marine
Division.” Tom looked at Kira, wondering what the precise status
of his brevit rank of Brigadier General was at the moment.
“You don't want to know Tom” was all Kira said, she had half the
mind to tell him to shove his brevit up his ass.
“Understood.” Tom said.
Jonathan came back, arms laden with a couple of parcels of
chinese food, when he walked in to the room to a greeting from
the contact. He nodded to him and spoke "A pleasure Colonel. I
would shake your hand but... " He shrugged "Arms are kind of
full." He grinned slightly and stepped to the table setting
everything down then turning finally shaking the man's hand. He
then spoke "So what's the sitrep?"
“The Disciples of Achkbarri are expecting us by midday tomorrow.
They are impressed with what they believe you three have done,
and want to add you three to their 'Ranks of the Willing'.
They've already accepted me, since they know I'm on the run from
the Federation. As far as they know, your 'attack' provided me
with a means to escape from the Marines and join their forces.
While we're inside the compound, follow me. Ladies, don't speak
unless spoken to by the men, and dress conservatively. These
people are religious zealots, and seem to think that women who
speak their minds and dress provocatively insult their 'God'.”
Tom said. “I told Kira this, but there are three sermons every
day: Before breakfast, during lunch, and after dinner. For
newcomers there is a ceremony that takes place during lunch: You
will be blessed for your willingness to join the cause, and must
pledge your acceptance of their God, as well as announcing that
you believe Kernada, their leader, is the messenger of God, and
that he himself is also divine.”
Jenna growled, “Really, so what I just have to sit there and
look pretty? Great ****ing 1600's all over again”
Jonathan perked a brow as he listened to the details. Once he
had heard everything including Jenna's protest, Jonathan sighed
and shook his head. He had been leaning against the table he had
set the food on and pushed off of it stepping forward a bit.
Finally he spoke after thinking for a moment "And here I thought
this was going to be easy..." He smirked slightly then shook his
head "So. That being said. How long until we may be fully
trusted by this group? Also what have they got going on
currently that we should know about?"
Tom smiled at Jenna, “Aww now that shouldn't be too hard for
you.” He said with a wink.“To earn their trust, you have to make
an offering to their god. A blood offering, which means a
terrorist attack in their name. The Leatherneck bombing put you
on their radar...They will want you to carry out another under
their banner. I had to go along on one, an attack on a civilian
colony. My two colleagues were unfortunate enough to have
“martyred” themselves, and Starfleet Intelligence was able to
make things happen without the loss of real civilian life. If
they have anything working now, they haven't told me. Right now,
I'm just a soldier and a recruiter in 'God's Army.”
“Hard? It's damn near impossible to shut that girl up” Kira
laughed then looked over at Jon, “Wish they would have warned us
about all this” Kira sighed. “Guess that means you'll be leading
the mission now Jon.”
Jonathan sighed slightly and rubbed the back of his head. More
and more this mission was getting more squirelly. He shook his
head and looked at Tom and spoke "Why were we not notified of
this before the mission was planned? Didn't SI have any
information on this group?" He growled slightly and looked at
Kira then turned back to Tom "Also what if this... Messenger of
God..." He practically spit those three words out "Tries to lay
his hands on Kira or Jenna. Am I allowed to defend them or do I
just let it happen?"
“Well, Starfleet Intelligence really didn't have a lot to go on
until about three weeks ago. What little they could gather was
mostly hearsay. I've been the only operative to get inside in
over a year. It's been to my advantage that there is a
Quadrant-wide warrant for my arrest. If he decides to beat them,
we'd be bound not to intervene, or risk blowing everyone's
cover. Now, if he decides to take it farther...”
“If he decides to take it further you are not to interfere this
is to important to the federation Jenna and I can handle
ourselves. That is a direct order” Kira said.
“Kira's right Jon, there has been to much death at these ****s
hands” Jenna nodded.
Jonathan growled lightly at the aspect of standing idly by. He
voiced the opinion as well "I don't like the idea of having to
stand by while this guy tries something with my companions
here... But I will follow orders on this one.." He looked to Tom
and spoke "Alright. Lets eat then I suppose. Sounds like we
might need it. Should probably replicate some new clothing as
well. Just to be on the safe side."
“Agreed” Kira sighed.
“You racking out here Tom there is a nice piece of floor over
there some where” Jenna waved as she dug in to the food.
Tom considered it for a moment. “I can't, actually. I've
arranged a meeting with my handler in about 2 hours. I'll be
back around 0530.”
Jonathan nodded to Tom and looked at the food some. He then
spoke "If you have some time there is some extra food here. Help
your self. Got some Kung Pao chicken, Wonton soup, Fried rice
with sesame chicken and egg rolls." He sat down at the table
grabbing what he wanted and a pair of chop sticks, about to dig
in himself, following Jenna's footsteps.
“I'm alright, thank you, though. I think I'll just get myself
some coffee.” Tom said, walking over to the replicator and
ordering straight black coffee.
“Well if you all don't mind I am actually going to hit a shower
replicate some cloths and go to bed” Kira said not really at
that hungry. “and Tom if you wake me up at 0530 I might have to
hurt you make it 0700 and we can leave from there.”
“Understood, Admiral.” Tom said. Tom grabbed a piece of paper
and wrote down a communicator ID number and gave it to Jenna,
with the words “Call me” and “2330, Happy Orca” written on it.
With that, Tom turned and left. The meet was across town, and
Tom didn't trust the local public transit system.
Jonathan eyed the piece of paper watching Tom leave. He narrowed
his eyes then turned to Jenna perking a brow somewhat. He played
with his sesame chicken some and continued to watch her finally
speaking "I see our friend has taken a liking to you.." His eyes
still narrowed some as he sat there.
“Oh not you too” Jenna sighed, “I am dating your son, I am not
going to cheat on him” Jenna got up suddenly having lost
interest in her food. “I'm going to bed.”
JOINT POST
Fleet Admiral Kira Phaserman
Commanding Officer
USS Veroto-A
Lt. Jenna Kilmore
Chief Intelligence Officer
USS Veroto-A
Vice Admiral Jonathan Frost
Executive Officer
USS Veroto-A
Chief of Staff
Lima Fleet
Stone Wall
Undercover contact
AND
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Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 7:29 pm
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Jonathan Frost l UC Mission | Pacifica
Jonathan sat there watching Jenna get up and leave her food
behind as well. He watched her leave and shook his head some. He
turned back to his food, apparently the only one interested in
eating at the moment. Digging in to his sesame chicken he
thought about the Veroto. He wondered if everything was alright
back home, hoping his son was doing alright as well as his
sister.
Having to leave like that, he knew it had to hurt them.
Especially Lela with everything that she had been through
recently. Joseph came to mind as well as Jenna. They had moved
so fast in their relationship. He vowed to himself that no
matter what he wouldn't let anything happen to Jenna that was
within his power. Joseph would never forgive him if he had let
something happen. Finally the thought of her pregnant with his
grandchild. Being that Joseph was his only child, it was a new
sensation for him. One that gave him goosebumps.
Slowly getting up and putting the food in the refrigeration
unit, he headed to his bed room. The prospect of becoming a
grandfather growing on him. He would have to ask Kira what to do
when the time came.
THOMAS WESTOVER l PACIFICA | CITY CENTER
The man known as Stonewall waited alone. The quay along the
water was dark, noisy and cold. On his way to the meet, he
stopped by a safehouse where he traded his Federation gear for
his "terrorist" supplies. His handler, with Starfleet
Intelligence, was also under cover as an arms trader, and it
wouldn't do for Stonewall to be caught with an arms dealer while
carrying federation equipment. Instead he carried a Klingon
disruptor pistol, normally holstered under his jacket, now held
in his right hand along his thigh.
The Intelligence agent approached. "Is that you, Stonewall?"
"Yeah, it's me..."
"Did you make contact?"
"Yes. I'm taking them to meet the cell tomorrow morning."
"Good." The man approached. "I appreciate you taking on this
assignment, Tom."
Tom spun around and grabbed the man by the throat and placed the
disruptor at his temple. "I bet you do, Jimmy. But here's the
problem I'm having right now...see, I'm doing this for you to
clear my name. Yes, I committed some crimes, but in the grand
scheme of things, they are minor. But, since I'm technically
dead, they are holding my friend and commander to account. You
really wanna show some appreciation? Make sure the charges
against him go away."
"I Can't promise that." The man said cooly.
"Make it happen, Jimmy. Or I might just put you out of
business..." Tom was referring not only to the disruptor in his
hand, but also the fact that he knew the Intelligence operative
was pocketting some of the funds from the phoney weapons deals.
"Okay...Okay..."
#Post#: 455--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 7:29 pm
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Tom approached the hotel room and knocked on the door, the
Klingon disruptor still hidden under his jacket. He knew the UC
team wasn't a threat, but carrying a weapon would be good when
they met the local cell.
Jenna opened the door, “Your right on time” she said dressed in
more conservative clothing then last night.
Kira called, “Come in we are finishing packing our rucks.” Kira
said her head itched where her ears should have been and she
scratched a little then caught herself and stopped.
Jonathan had just finished packing his stuff in his own rucksack
when Tom came knocking. He threw it over his shoulder and looked
at the man nodding some to him before stepping out of the
separate bedroom he was in, scratching the beard some before
stopping himself. He then spoke "Would they take a stolen Marine
phaser?" having acquired it before they hopped the transport.
"Probably. And I really wouldn't want them getting their hands
on that. Besides, Access to those is so restricted, it might
arouse suspicion." He said. The Marines had only recently begun
deploying their own weapons, including the powerful pistol Jon
was carrying. Tom carried the same model as his duty sidearm.
Kira picked closed her ruck and slung it over her shoulder she
grabbed her katana and put it on back she put her phaser in its
holster on her hip.
Jenna picked up her phaser and holstered it then picked up her
ruck and eased it on to her back fighting off a wave of nausea.
“You okay Helena looking a little green” Kira was a little
concerned for her.
“Fine” she said quietly her hand on her stomach.
Jonathan nodded some and removed the weapon from his pack. He
disassembled it and looked at Tom "Sorry." He then noticed Jenna
holding her stomach some and perked a brow a bit, though not
saying anything to her about it. He then placed the pieces in
the replicator to be reclaimed and erased all the logs on the
replicator.
"Good thinking, Merrick. They'll have some phasers and some
klingon weapons, but they get them through arms dealers who
are....less than reputable, and the weapons are of questionable
quality. I'm not even sure this thing would work." Tom said,
opening his jacket, showing the disruptor pistol.
“Helena and I modified our phasers to reduce the power” Kira
told Tom still watching Jenna uneasy she didn't like the idea of
Jenna being pregnant with her grandchild and here.
Jonathan nodded some as he took the regular phaser out of his
pack and holstered it like the women had done. He looked at them
for a second then spoke "Wait... If these people are ultra
conservative and everything, wouldn't they balk at the idea of
Helena and Gemini being armed?"
"They use women as front line combatants." Tom said. "A few are
former Maquis, and pretty ferocious."
Jonathan shook his head some at the response then spoke "Good
for nothing but sex, food and cannon fodder eh?"
"That's the idea."
Jenna winced a little fighting back the urge to puke. “So what
just know our place with the men and don't speak unless spoken
too and oh yeah we can fight but what under the watchful gaze of
the men?”
"yeah. All of their...for lack of better term 'Officers' are
men, but the rank and file are mixed gender. Men tend to be
placed in more positions of authority, though. When not
launching attacks, women are expected to, pardon the expression,
but keep their mouths shut and take care of the domestic
chores."
Jonathan kept his eye on Jenna. He was a little worried about
her. She was carrying his grand child after all. Sub consciously
he stepped closer to Jenna but stopped himself. He turned to Tom
listening to his explanation, shaking his head some. He looked
over at Gemini and then back to Tom speaking "We better get
going if we are meeting the leader... Wouldn't look good to keep
him waiting
“Fantastic” Kira rolled her eyes. “This sounds like so much fun”
Kira headed for the door, “Let's move” she looked back at them
then sighed, “Sorry I will have to work on that so used to being
in command”
"Understandable." Tom said, holding the door for the three of
them.
Jonathan led the way, patting her shoulder lightly as he spoke
"I got this Gemini." heading for the stairs to leave the hotel.
Kira walked out the door moving off to the side as Jenna walked
out Kira caught her arm, “We should tell Tom, he maybe able to
help us protect you” Kira whispered.
“Do you think its a good idea?” Jenna whispered back.
“I don't know” Kira sighed then looked up to see Jonathan
watching them.
Tom was aware of the women talking, but couldn't hear them. As
they exited the hotel, he led them down the street.
Kira caught up to Tom. “Tom, there is something I need to tell
you and ask of you” she sighed
Tom looked at her. "Yes, Gemini?" He said, resisting the urge to
address her as ma'am. Any of the passersby on the street could
be members of the sect that he didn't recognize, so he made sure
to squelch the military-side of him.
Kira concentrated, 'Jenna is pregnant, we found out enroute
here. Help us protect her that is my grandchild she is carrying'
she said telepathicly while her mouth said, “Is it true what
they say you desecrated those dead banor?”
Tom heard both messages, and thought hard oh my. Absolutely I
will. I swore an oath to defend the innocent, even the
unborn...but this could be a problem. Audibly, Tom responded.
"It wasn't me directly, but Marines under my command. One of my
Battalion Commanders questioned it, but I allowed it. I refused
to stop it, because of what I've seen them do to our dead."
'A problem how?' Kira knew Jon could pick up on the
conversation. “I see.” Kira kept walking with Jenna right behind
her.
Jenna was frustrated she knew Kira was talking to Tom
telepathicly. She was anxious to know what he was saying.
Jonathan was listening in to the entire conversation. He stayed
close to the two women, keeping his eyes roaming as they walked.
He was also listening to their conversation with a slight grin
on his face at the thought of the Banor heads on pikes.
They have no qualms about placing women in harms' way. They
treat women more as expendable slaves than people, good for
cooking, cleaning, sex, and cannon fodder. Jenna and her unborn
child will be directly at risk should we get into a firefight.
I'll do what I can....I have some standing...I just don't want
to blow your cover by being overprotective. "I should have
listened to Addie, but I didn't. I ignored his counsell, and let
my Marines dishonor the Regiment and the Corps, and myself and
the Fleet."
'We have a cover story in place should it be discovered before
the mission is over that she is pregnant she is good at hiding
the symptoms but she is human so we should have 7-8 months I
don't plan on being here more then a month or two. Do what you
can Tom Jon and I will do the rest you help me protect my unborn
grandchild and my sons fiancee and you might just earn a little
respect back from me “Now you are on the run from Starfleet..
How much further is this place?”
Understood. Tom's thoughts were already going towards an idea,
and he was sure Kira was picking up on it. "We're almost there.
I'd imagine there are some in Starfleet who'd rather see me on
the front lines fighting the Banor, but there are alot of people
who want my ass in a prison cell. War is a hellish thing,
Gemini, and I'll never understand the compunction folks have
towards trying to refine it."
Jonathan chimed in some on the telepathic conversation "You help
protect our grandchild and soon to be daughter in law and you
will have my word i will help put in a good word for you Tom.
That is a promise." He then spoke up vocally "To be honest I
rather liked the idea. Fight fire with fire... Only way to get
through to some enemies..."
Thank you, sir. Tom said, smiling. His great great great
grandfather might very well have been proud of the officer Tom
was, but he knew his final judgement would ultimately be up to
history. They approached the compound, Tom stopped. "Hallowed is
the Almighty and Blessed be the Camp!" Tom shouted, and the
guard turned to face him. "Hallowed is the Almighty indeed, and
may your day be blessed." The guard responded. "You are
Westover?" "Yes. These are my recruits. We are here at the
request of The Prophet, Kernada."
The guard allowed them entry, but searched them. "You are the
ones who attacked the Marine base?"
Kira looked over at Jon fighting the urge to speak she knew she
wasn't being addressed.
Jonathan stepped forward some and nodded as he spoke "Yes. We
are the ones who attacked the base." He didn't know what else to
say to the person about it. He stayed standing there his brow
perked some as he watched the man.
"A blessed event. The Achkbari welcome you as friends.
Especially when you bring us such beautiful gifts." He said
looking to the women. Tom looked at the guard, a low-level man,
with a stern look that all but said "they're mine, hands off."
Kira tried not to cringe but heard Jenna make a small growl she
shot her a warning glance hoping the guard didn't hear her.
The guard didn't seem to notice, as he waved them through.
Another guard stepped forward to walk them to Kernada's
"Sanctuary". Tom stood a little straighter as they approached.
Jonathan wanted to break the mans neck for the way he was
staring at the women but resisted the urge. He then looked at
Tom hearing what he said. He was not a fan of this mission at
all as they walked in further.
Kira watched the guard approach, he was eying Jenna and Kira
wanted to snap his neck. Where all these men sex driven pigs.
Jenna watched the guard approach and tried to keep herself in
check. It was hard not to speak.
Here we go. Tom thought as the door opened into the sanctuary.
"Here we are...." He said under his breath.
As they entered they Kernada's "Sanctuary" Kira saw him get to
his feet.
“Welcome welcome! You must be Merrick” he went right to Jon
ignoring Jenna and Kira.
Jonathan looked around as they walked in to the sanctuary. He
looked at the man as he walked towards him. He plastered a smile
on his face and spoke "I am sir. Thank you for taking us in."
“The enemy of my enemy is my friend” he smiled then looked over
at Kira and Jenna, “Such beautiful women you keep as company
Merrick, and so quiet the way they should be. Women are best
seen not heard” He smiled
Kira bit back the growl in her throat at his words.
Jenna looked away afraid she might snap.
hold onto it, Helena Tom said in his head, hoping Kira would
relay the message, but afraid there might be a betazed whon
could evesdrop about.
Kira threw up her mental shields around Jenna, Jon, Tom, and
herself it took a bit from her to do but this way no thoughts
would be overheard.
Jonathan nodded and spoke pointing to Kira "This is Gemini and
this... " He pointed to Jenna "Is Helena. Say hello to our host
ladies." He looked at the both of them with an apology to them
mentally.
“Hello” Kira said through gritted teeth.
“Hello” Jenna still couldn't look at him.
“So obedient!” The prophet said delighted. “My my, I must hand
it to you Merrick, beautiful and obedient you have the mans
perfect woman here.” he stepped closer to Kira running his hand
over her cheek his hand going on her waist as he pulled her
towards him. “So strong” he grinned.
Tom resisted the urge to draw the disruptor and vaporize the man
on the spot.
Kira caught the look on Tom and Jon's faces she ignored the feel
of his hands on her going to her happy place.
Jonathan started to step forward, his voice catching in his
throat before he caught himself. He spoke to Kira telepathically
"I'm sorry..." He kept his face neutral in case Kernada was
looking.
“I would love to break you beautiful, Gemini isn't it.” he
grabbed her ass pressing her against him. “Forgive me” he
glanced at Jon. “Strong beautiful women are my weakness.” He
smiled still holding Kira. “But alas she has not pledged her
allegiance to the almighty yet. But soon” he whispered to
Kira.”Soon you will be clean and I will have no problem”
Tom watched the man fondle Kira, wanting again to commit some
act of violence against him, but knowing he had to maintain
their cover. "My Prophet, Merrick, Gemini, and Helena are
directly responsible for my presence here. Their attack on
Starbase Leatherneck gave me the opportunity to escape the
oppression of the Federation and join the most noble and blessed
Achkbari cause." Tom said. The words felt just wrong, but he
wanted to draw attention to himself and away from the women.
The prophet released Kira and turned to Tom, “Really now
Merrick, I look forward to hearing how you attacked a base with
so many armed marines and escaped alive with just the three of
you. Lunch should be soon.” he summoned a guard and one of the
women. “Take them to quarters let them rest lunch is in an hour
I will see you all there” with that he dismissed them but his
eyes didn't leave Kira. He looked at her with such hunger.
Jonathan sub consciously stepped closer to Jenna as he watched
Kernada. He then nodded to him as they were lead to their rooms.
He gritted his teeth, grinding them. He wanted so badly to
pummel the ****ers face in yet he wouldn't because of the
mission.
Tom followed them out and stayed close to Jenna. "I have some
rank....I will attempt to get you placed with me. I believe
Kernada or one of the Cardinals can be convinced, since I have
yet to take a female as my own, and no other can claim her or
touch her." He whispered to her.
"Thank you" Jenna whispered back.
Kira nodded bye to Jon and Tom as she and Jenna were led away to
a different part of the compound. 'see you at lunch'
JP
Vice Admiral Jonathan Frost
Executive Officer
USS Veroto-A
"Merrick"
Colonel Thomas Westover
1st Division Commander
Starbase Leatherneck
"Stonewall"
Lt Jenna Kilmore
Chief Intelligence Officer
USS Veroto-A
"Helena"
AND
"Gemini"
#Post#: 456--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 7:31 pm
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Under Cover Mission l Pacifica
Kira and Jenna followed the woman ahead of them to the female
quarters as they approched a woman stood and smiled at them.
"Welcome, my name is Meredith, I am in charge of taking care of
all the women on the compound."
"Hello Meredith, My name is Gemini and this is Helena." Kira
gestured to Jenna.
"If there is anything you need let me know, we have arranged
sleeping quarters for you. We are all single women here, once
you have been... claimed you will live with the man who has
chosen you. Please let us help you get settled in do that you
can go before the prophet at lunch and proclaim your love and
devotion for the almighty and his messenger."
Kira followed the other woman to their sleeping quarters, when
she left them alone Kira turned to Jenna, "What a fruit cake"
she whispered.
"I know" Jenna mouthed back.
"You can say that again" a voice from behind them said. "Hello,
I'm Tora Evela" said a Bajoran woman.
"Hello Evela, I'm Gemini and this is Helena." Kira said with a
small smile this woman looked like she had a firey spirit still
left in her. She also looked bruised and beaten up.
"Welcome to the funny farm" Evela walked in and caught Kira
stareing at her. "Curtousy of the prophet, I was naught and
spoke out a turn and instead of ****ing him I spat on him. But I
will be a good girl soon I just need to be taught the error of
my ways and have the devil beat out of me." Evela rolled her
eyes. "Between you and I that will never happen" she said
lowering her voice.
"Good to hear" Jenna smiled. "but if you don't believe why are
you here?"
"Like most here, I am a fugitive. They offer sanctuary and a way
to get back at our oppressors. Isn't that why you are here?"
Evela asked raising an eye brow.
"Yes, it is" Kira nodded.
"Better hurry up, we need to head down for lunch and the
wonderful prophets sermon." she stuck her finger partly way in
her mouth and made a gagging noise.
tag UC team
#Post#: 458--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 7:32 pm
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THOMAS WESTOVER
Tom entered the great hall for lunch. He took a seat next to
several other men, all of similar ranks at a table marked
"Bishops and Archbishops". The discussion among most of them was
about god, or what the Prophet's sermon would be about. One of
the other Bishops turned to Tom. "Bishop Westover...I've noticed
you have yet to claim a woman. Have you not found one to your
liking?"
"Archbishop Aringola, Actually I recently met a woman who I
intend to claim." Tom said
"I am glad, Bishop. Every man of our stature should have the
pleasure of a woman all his own. What, pray tell, is the woman's
name?" The Archbishop asked.
"Helena Wells, Eminence." Tom said, using the religious phrase
'Eminence' rather than 'sir' because of the cult's religious
fanaticism.
"The new woman?" Another Bishop asked. Tom was still adjusting
to the symbols of rank, but recognized the Bishops because he
himself carried such insignia.
"Yes." Tom said. "There is...something...about the woman, I
can't quite define it. Perhaps a part of it is a feeling of
gratitude for what she and her comrads did in freeing me from
the Federation."
"Amen." Several of the Officers said. One of the more senior
officers excused himself and approached the table occupied by
the Cardinals, all older men equivelent to Generals, and
returned. "I have discussed it with the Cardinals, and they have
agreed to allow you to claim Ms. Wells for yourself, Bishop
Westover. The word will be passed after the Sermon."
"Thank you, Archbishop." Tom said.
Tag UC Team
#Post#: 462--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 10:41 pm
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UCM l Pacifica
“Welcome brothers, sisters, to the cause of the righteous. Our
almighty maker, or beloved god has bestowed up on us the duty to
rid the universe of the petty filth, the evil, and the
blasphemers. Starting with Starfleet!” He said standing on the
stage with the others gathered round. “It is our sacred duty to
bring star fleet to its knees to kill those that do not believe.
We are the chosen few the loved few those who believe in out
maker will find peace and ever lasting love in the next life.”
he paused scanning the crowd of followers. “Today we give thanks
for the ones who gave their lives in service to our cause let us
lift their names and spirits on high and thank the maker that
those 4 women gave their lives to our righteous cause.” His eyes
locked on Jonathan for a moment before moving to Kira then
Jenna. “Today we have three new people joining our cause they
two are on the run from Starfleet they have come to pledge their
loyalty and lives to the almighty maker. Merrick, Gemini, Helena
please join me.”
He waited for them to join him. “Merrick, Gemini, Helena” said
each of their names glancing at each as he did, “Do you of free
mind and spirit pledge to serve in the ranks of the willing, do
pledge your love and loyalty, your body your mind and your
spirit to the almighty maker?”
Jonathan walked up to where he was summoned along with Jenna and
Kira. Once standing next to the women he listened to what
Kernada spoke. Taking his cue he spoke "I do." The words
sounding normal yet inside he felt sick to his stomach at it.
“I do” Kira and Jenna said at the same time.
“Do you pledge your love, your loyalty, your mind, body, and
spirit to me the prophet of Achkbarri?”
“I do” Kira and Jenna said again.
"I do." Jonathan replied once more.
“Welcome brother Merrick, Sister Gemini, and Sister Helena” He
kissed each on the forehead. When he stepped back his eyes raked
over Kira and Jenna's bodies. “
“Gemini, Helena please go and sit with the women” he dismissed
them with a wave then turned to Jon, “Come with me Merrick, I
would like to hear more of your exploits” he put a hand on Jon's
shoulder and led him to the head table.
Jonathan watched the two women leave for the female table.
Feeling Kernada's hand on his shoulder he turned and headed for
the head table with him as he spoke "What would you like to know
prophet?"
“Everything how did you come to be locked in that Federation
Prison?” he asked.
Kira and Jenna walked over to the table and sat. As they did a
naked man and a women dressed in a loose fitting dress entered
the hall and walked on to the stage. When they started having
sex Kira damn near choked on her food.
“Ah, beautiful isn't it” she head the prophet speak to Jon,
“Nothing brings us closer to god then sex surly with two
beautiful women you would know that and look at that male form,
that male form is to be respected, admired, and proudly shown
off.” he grinned.
Jonathan was about to go through the cover story with Kernada
when he saw the naked man walk through with the woman and start
having sex in front of every one. Inside he got a little pissed
off at Tom for not relaying that but pushed it to the back
burner as he spoke "We were a group of smugglers. Helena,
Gemini, and myself. We got captured by some Starfleet assholes
and when we tried to escape, we killed a couple of the officers.
We were recaptured and sent to the prison." He finished his
story with how they caused an explosion allowing him, Gemini and
Helena to escape, as well as Tom.
Kira got up from the table and walked from the room.
The prophet noticed Kira leaving the women's table. “Excuse me
Merrick feel free to mingle with the others” he said as he got
up and hurried off after Kira.
#Post#: 463--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Kira Phaserman Date: January 30, 2012, 10:43 pm
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UCM l Pacifica
Kira made a hasty retreat as lunch came to an end. Trying to
escape the prophets eyes she hurried towards the womens dorm.
She heard foot steps behind her and spend up two rough and firm
arms wrapped around her upper arms turning her and pressing her
against the wall. The prophet's breath was on her face.
“Where are you going Gemini, I thought we could have a little
fun” he said his voice barely a whisper he pressed against her
his hand moving up and around her throat.
Kira suppressed the urge to rip his throat out, that would blow
their cover. She had told Tom and Jon not to interfere if this
where to happen. Kira braced herself for what was to come as his
other hand moved up her side to her breast squeezing one tightly
it hurt. She didn't let it show on his face, she made eye
contact showing no fear. This only seemed to spur him on but she
wouldn't play the scared little woman.
“Defiant woman arn't you” he growled tightening his grasp on her
throat he undid his pants with one hand then started to pull her
dress up with the other his hand moved over her bare thigh
ripping away her underwear.
Jonathan had noticed Kira hurry off after the lunch. He
pardoned himself from the people he had met and followed behind,
having also noticed the pig of a so called prophet chasing after
her. He took his time so as to act nonchalant about it yet when
he turned the corner and saw Kira being attacked by him, his
hands ripping away her underwear he narrowed his eyes some.
Thinking for a moment before springing to action he spoke up
"Prophet! What are you doing? that is my wife!" The way he had
said it, relayed him being pissed off, yet in a way that would
not offend the so called prophet.
“Your...” the prophet looked from Kira to Jon and back again he
released his hold on Kira. “My apologies, you didn't tell me you
two were married.”
Kira gasped for air his hold on her throat had made it hard to
breath she stumbled a little moving over towards Jon.
Jonathan took Kira in his arms, watching the prophet for a
moment before speaking "My apologies Prophet. We agreed she
wouldn't take my name. It slipped our minds over the escape and
everything... Those Marine bastards killed our son right before
our eyes... They still have our wedding bands..." He continued
to hold Kira close as he watched the prophet, wanting so badly
to just rush over there and pop his head off his neck like a
blackhead.
Kira clung to Jon as she slowly caught her breath.
“I see, I am sorry about the loss of your son, I will pray that
his soul will find rest. I will see to it that your wife is
moved into your quarters. Forgive me, it is not our ways to take
another man's wife.” the prophet eyed Kira.
Kira could read his mind and he was thinking of breaking those
rules, 'retreat before he changes his mind' she said
telepathicly to Jon..
Jonathan bowed slightly as he spoke "Thank you Prophet. I will
take her to my quarters now..." He started to lead her away as
he spoke "Come along Gemini. Lets get you settled in.."
Kira walked with Jon to his quarters once inside she moved over
to the bed and curled up still having a bit of trouble breath.
“You have good timing.” said her voice barely a whisper.
He closed the door and locked it, having brushed off a couple
of the others pointing to his wife and winking some so as to
throw off any speculation. He walked over to the bed and sat
down next to her. He looked at her and placed his hand on her
shoulder gently and spoke to her "I try." He then thought
telepathically in case there were any listening devices in the
room 'I know you said not to interfere if something like this
happened... But I couldn't just stand idly by...'
I know, quick thinking. she replied. “How bad is it?” she
whispered again her voice horse she rolled lifting her chin so
that he could see.
Leaning in, Jonathan reached out and gently touched her neck, He
looked at her apologetically before he continued his
examination. He then spoke "You'll be fine... No major damage
that I can tell... You'll just sound husky for a couple of days
my love." playing it up for any recorders.
Kira sighed then moved over to rest her head on his leg. This is
awkward, now we have to play a married couple. My husband would
be pissed if he found out.'
He placed his hand on her shoulder gently as he looked at the
door. He then spoke softly, allowing his voice to crack and
break some "I do too Gemini.... I do too..." Hanging his head
some he watched her. 'I hope so too... Try to get a connection
mentally with her. Let her know what happened and whats going
on' He then moved her head off his lap and moved further up on
to the bed, pulling her with him as he spoke "Lets just try to
relax some Gemini..." his voice still showing his supposed
sadness.
Kira curled up and concentrated, keeping their thoughts private
but also trying to project at the same time was draining on her.
She explained the situation to Jenna but before she could get a
response she lost the connection to tired from trying to do so
much at once she drifted off to sleep.
Having been holding her close, he noticed her drift off to
sleep. He continued to watch her for a few moments before
looking up and around. This time he projected to Jenna the
information, it was draining to keep it private and still
project it but he was able to hold out.
#Post#: 476--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Jenna Kilmore Date: February 12, 2012, 11:12 pm
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Tom's Quarters l Pacifica
Jenna followed closely behind Tom after lunch not wanting to get
to close to any of the religious nut jobs that kept staring at
her like a piece of meat. Having been born in the 1600's this
wasn't a new thing for her to be looked at this way but it still
made her uncomfterable. "Are we going back to your quarters Tom?
I don't want to go back to the women's barracks by myself" she
whispered so that only he could hear her.
Tom looked around. "Yes, Helena. I've got much to discuss with
you." He said, offering his arm. Having been born and raised
mostly in the deeply traditional-rooted southern United States,
Tom was well versed in the art of being a gentleman. That art,
however, tended to conflict with his chosen profession, but when
a beautiful woman was around the chivalrous side had been known
to surface.
Jenna took his arm and suppressed a smile, glad that chivalry
wasn't dead after all. She let Tom lead her back to his quarters
as they entered she looked around and mouthed "Are we free to
speak in here?"
"Yes. I've swept the room of all bugs. I was given some pretty
neat tools for this particular assignment." Tom said.
She was feeling a little light headed and her stomach was doing
some weird flips so she sat down and closed her eyes. "Thank
you, for protecting my child and I" she said softly.
"Consider it my privilege." He said. "I may not be allowed to
serve openly, but I do what I can. The Cardinals have agreed to
this, also. They may want us to have some sort of ceremony,
though...."
Jenna sighed, "This isn't my first undercover assignment Tom, if
it is what we have to do it is what we have to do.. but my
fiancee is never to find out about this" she gave a small laugh.
Jenna's hand went down to her stomach and felt the bump was a
little larger then she had remembered a little confused she got
up and walked over to the full length mirror. She lifted her
baggy shirt and looked at her reflection a little shocked.
"Well, This is surprising...." Tom said..."I knew you were
pregnant, but how far along are you?" He said, reconsidering the
joke he had intended about Vampires and reflections...
"No more then 3 or 4 weeks.." she said turning a little to the
side.. "I am human, Joseph is only half Kntarian.. Abby said I
should have 7-8 months it doesn't look like I am going to get
that." Jenna looked to be about 3 or 4 months pregnant already.
"Well, from what I've read, Vampire genetics and some Kntarian
cross-breeds have shown accelerated fetal development. Just
because Joe's only half Kntarian doesn't mean the Kntarian
genetics can't be in play..." Tom said. He wasn't a geneticist,
or a scientist of any kind for that matter, but he did have a
fair understanding of basic biology, and knew from talking to a
few of his friends how quickly Kntarians developed.
Jenna sighed, "Abby was so sure..." then it happened, she felt a
light flutter of movement. "Shit, I think the kid just moved."
she gasped, "I need to talk to Kira, she would know what to do..
The one baby I had was born... well was a still birth.. I have
no idea what I am doing here..." Jenna was scared now for her
baby and for the mission it had been stupid for he to come along
once she had found out she was pregnant.
Tom heard noise outside their door. "Helena, what would you say
to...perhaps coffee with Gemini and Merrick?" He said, knowing
someone might have heard, and didn't want to blow their cover,
but also gave her an excuse to see Kira.
"Yes, that would be good." Jenna nodded.
Tom waited a moment, peeking through the blinds. "Good, I can
lay out the upcoming mission then, too. The three of you have
been assigned a mission, with me and two others
overseeing...they want to see how loyal you really are."
JP Thomas Westover
AND
#Post#: 490--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Jenna Kilmore Date: February 17, 2012, 9:44 pm
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Pacifica
Jeanna and Tom approached the little cafe where Kira and
Jonathan where waiting for them. Jenna slid in beside Kira and
took her hand placing it on her stomach beneath the table as the
baby kicked again.
Kira tried to hide the shock of feeling the baby kick. She
lowered her voice, "how far along are you?"
"Three four weeks at most" Jenna whispered back.
"You're pregnancy is pregressing to fast.." Kira frowned.
"Maybe not.. I may be farther then we thought..." Jenna said a
little scared. "We should wait don't pull me yet.." she said
reading Kira's face.
"Are you eating and sleeping?" Kira asked.
Jenna nodded.
"If this doesn't slow down I am pulling you" Kira sighed. She
turned to Jonathan and nodded for him to come over and sit
beside Jenna.
Jenna placed his hand on her stomach as the baby kicked.
"Tom I believe you have a mission briefing for us?" Kira looked
up.
TAG Jon and Tom
#Post#: 498--------------------------------------------------
Re: Side Mission-01- In Shadows We Play
By: Stonewall Date: February 22, 2012, 10:25 pm
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Tom looked at the three of them. "The powers that be want a show
of good faith from you guys, so we've been assigned a mission."
he began. "We're going to launch a raid onto a Federation base
and steal weapons, medical supplies, and replicators. Now, the
tricky part is it won't just be us....Two observers will be
accompanying us for this raid, as well."
Tom stopped for a moment, keeping his bearing, then continued.
"We'll be posing as a civilian transport, arriving for a layover
to take on supplies. While we're there, we'll make the raid and
then make a break for freedom, hopefully without getting blasted
to oblivion in the process."
"What starbase will we be hitting?" Jenna asked.
Tom's face turned from expressionless to remorseful. "Starbase
Licentia."
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