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Part 010

Episode 007 Part 010

Prelude:

Maverick has been on the somewhat secluded planet for a couple days. Today is the day that Mr. Ugly is to meet them.

The planet is fairly temperate and they are sitting on the edge of a village where there are several landing pads large enough for good sized freighters. The villagers are friendly enough, but not too forthcoming when it comes to answering questions of any kind. They are quite used to dealing with smugglers and pirates on a regular basis.

Meanwhile, Mr. Ugly has sent someone ahead of him to "prepare" for the meeting. He has been around for a day, but hasn't found out that Maverick is there already. His focus has been on setting up the meeting location to best benifit Mr. Ugly in the deal. Mr. Ugly is to arrive within the hour.

%$%$% BEGIN EPISODE 007 PART 010 %$%$%

<Arani> ::wanders into the lounge for a drink::

<Geschart> :: makes sure he has all of his combat gear, just in case something goes wrong and to look more like an imposing bodyguard::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::checks the hyperdrive and engines over and over, and is running extensive diagnostics.. in case a fast getaway is needed::

<Tam_Sneed> ::opens the door of his cabin and walks out, heading for the lounge::
<Geschart> :: heads for the lounge as well, once he's outfitted::
<Tam_Sneed> ::heads up the stairs and sees Geschart:: Geschart: You ready for today?
<Geschart> :: nods:: Yes, sir.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Geschart: I think we will have you hang back in the shadows a bit to make sure the meeting goes our way. ::gets to the lounge::
<Arani> ::looks up:: Tam: Shouldn't you be in a bacta tank right about now? ::grins::
<Geschart> :: nods:: Got it. :: steps into the lounge behind Tam::
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Why? Do I smell that bad? ::grins as he grabs a bottle::
<Arani> Tam: No. But I told Ugly that you were injured.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrug:: Arani: That's fine. ::sits down and opens the bottle:: Just means you'll be meeting with him, first.
<Arani> Tam: And then you intend to come wandering in and make me a liar? ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Liar is such a strong word. ::tips the bottle up and guzzles a bit before setting it down:: Let's just say that you'll have misdirected our employer a bit.
<Arani> Tam: I really don't think he'll be very happy with me.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over to her:: Arani: Are you happy with him? ::grins::
<Geschart> :: shrugs:: He doesn't need to be happy.
<Arani> Tam: Of course not. Though ya know.. it has been a few days.. maybe you could logically be out of the tank by now anyway. ::shrugs and refills her drink::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::hops happily into the lounge:: Tam: We're all good Captain, my Captain.. I think if I run one more diagnostic the computer will think I'm insane. We're set to get out of here in a hurry. Whatever would ya do without me? ::smiles::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Arani: I could be dead for all he cares. He just wants that shuttle and the technology on it. Unfortunate for him, he misled us to believe it was his to begin with. And for that, he will pay. Literally. Happy or not. ::takes another swig from the bottle::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over to Nandi:: Nandi: Nandi, my girl, I think you are terrific. Just keep up the great work. ::hits the bottle again::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs and gives him a look:: Tam: You keep drinkin that and I'll have to fly
<Tam_Sneed> ::sets the bottle down and closes it:: Nandi: What would Vorian be doin' then? ::grins:: I reckon he's up there now, gettin' ready to leave. ::looks to the chrono:: All: We got a little under an hour. Just be sure yer ready. I'll head out and wait fer Arani. Our big guy ::nods to Geschart:: will be coverin' our butts during this little get-together. I'll drop in when the time is right and make sure we get what's due to us.
<Arani> ::nods::
<Tam_Sneed> ::grabs the bottle and gets up to put it away::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Can I go with Geschart, or do you want me to stay here?
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Up to him. I don't want ya gettin' in his way, though.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and looks at Geschart:: Geschart: Do you mind? If I'd be in the way though, just say so.. I know I don't look anything like a body guard..
<Geschart> :: smirks:: No, you don't. But an extra pair of eyes is never a bad thing to have around, if you can move quietly and carefully. :: checks the charge on his pistol and on the blaster rifle he grabbed from the armory::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Geschart: That I can do
<Geschart> :: nods:: Alright then.
<Tam_Sneed> All: See ya at the coutyard. ::heads out to grab a few pistols and power packs to go with them::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::checks the charge in her own pistol, just in case she needs to do more than just keep her eyes open::
<Geschart> :: nods and looks to Nandi:: Ready?

ACTION:: The courtyard is the meeting place that was agreed upon. It is an open square with covered walkways and balconies on all sides. Shops line both the walkways and balconies. At this hour, they are just closing for the night.::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Geschart: Ready as I'll ever be
<Arani> :: puts her glass away and checks her blaster:: Geschart: Me too..
<Geschart> :: nods::
<Arani> :: paces a bit as she watches the chrono:: Both: Guess it's time to go.. why did I volunteer to answer the comm? ::heads for the hatch::
<Geschart> :: laughs and follows her::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::follows Geschart, already practicing staying out of the way::

<Tam_Sneed> ::loads up and heads for the hatch then leaves Maverick and walks down the dimly lit street, casually glancing around to anyone in the area::

ACTION:: Mr. Ugly arrives at the courtyard. His hooded overcoat hides his disfigured face, as he waits quietly at the center of the courtyard::

<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the courtyard and sees someone standing in the center, but goes up a set of stairs instead, acting as if only there to window shop::
<Arani> ::walks to the courtyard, stopping at the edge and looking around the area::
<Geschart> :: hangs back a ways from Arani, moving as if he's not following her, but keeping her in sight::
<Arani> ::steps into the open and walks over to the figure in the center of the courtyard::
<Mr. Ugly> ::turns to Arani, pulling the hood off to reveal his scarred eye and right side of his face:: Arani: At least you are prompt. You came alone, as arranged, I expect.
<Arani> Mr Ugly: Of course
<Tam_Sneed> ::stops at a shop, looking in the reflection of the window to see what is going on in the courtyard::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::stays with Geschart, keeping her eyes moving around the courtyard::
<Mr. Ugly> ::looks around and nods:: Arani: So, you have that name for me?
<Geschart> :: does the same as Tam, never turning to look directly at the courtyard::
<Arani> Mr. Ugly: You have that money for me?

ACTION:: Nandi sees another dark figure on a balcony opposite them and it's not Tam::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::gently nudges Geschart and moves her head a little in that direction::
<Mr. Ugly> :: pulls the pack off his back and hands it to her:: Arani: It's all there.
<Geschart> :: follows her gaze with the window reflection and nods once, lowering his voice:: Can you find your way up there silently?
<Arani> ::opens the pack and looks through it::

ACTION:: The pack is full of credits::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and ducks deeper into the shadows, working her way around the walkway carefully and quietly::
<Tam_Sneed> ::walks casually down the stairs again and stops at the bottom::
<Geschart> :: keeps his eyes on the reflection and on Arani, ready to either dart over there or bring up the rifle and cover her::
<Arani> Mr. Ugly: I don't know what good the name will do you. We had no luck even finding a trace.. ::closes the pack again::
<Nandi_Lasko> :: ducks into doorways as she works her way closer::
<Mr. Ugly> Arani: I did my part. It's your turn, Girl. Just give me the name. I'm sure I can find the person.

ACTION:: The dark figure moves slightly and Nandi can see what looks like a rifle on the edge of the balcony::

<Arani> ::grins and takes a few steps back:: Mr. Ugly: Well.. I do take orders from the captain..
<Tam_Sneed> ::steps out from the shadows:: Arani: You can leave now, and take the pack with ya.
<Geschart> :: raises his eyebrows slightly as Tam steps out and speaks::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::hurries, still being careful, and pulling out her pistol as she goes::
<Mr. Ugly> ::turns and sees Tam:: Tam: Sneed. I see you are feeling much better. Too bad you can't find the courage to meet with me yourself and keep to your commitments.

ACTION:: The rifle moves and lines up with the stranger's eye, as he aims somewhere in the courtyard::

<Geschart> :: looks around the courtyard in the reflection, looking for shooters or suspicious types::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::curses under her breath and runs quietly around the corner, counting on the stranger's concentration to distract him::
<Tam_Sneed> ::shifts his eyes from Arani to Mr. Ugly:: Mr. Ugly: Cornell. Commitments are one thing, but stealing something that doesn't belong to you in the first place isn't so nice. :: being verly polite::
<Mr. Ugly> Tam: So you think you know it all. Who have you been talking to?

ACTION:: The strager suddenly turns and fires on Nandi, grazing her right shoulder::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::yells and fires back, then ducks into a doorway::
<Geschart> :: brings the rifle up and opens fire on the balcony::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks up quickly and draws his own blaster:: Cornell: So you tried to set us up again! No that doesn't set well with me one bit.
<Mr. Ugly> ::looks up and grits his teeth, grumbling:: Tam: You don't play fair.
<Arani> ::keeps her eyes on Mr. Ugly as she keeps backing away from the center of the courtyard::

ACTION:: The stranger ducks behind the balcony wall, just missing getting shot::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::holds her hand over the wound on her shoulder, wincing, and peeks out of her doorway to see if she can get another shot::
<Geschart> :: fires a shot at the balcony randomly ever few seconds to keep the shooter pinned down, as his eyes roam the courtyard for other targets::
<Tam_Sneed> Cornell: Yeah, I guess after dealing with the likes of you, I sorta figured it to be normal.

ACTION:: Staccato of weapons fire filles the lower walkways as weapons fire from the roof erupts::

<Mr. Ugly> :: ducks and runs for an exit::
<Arani> ::hurris out of the open and ducks for cover::
<Geschart> :: curses and runs for Arani, covering her exit::
<Tam_Sneed> :: ducks and runs after Mr. Ugly::
<Nandi_Lasko> :: pokes her arm out of the doorway and fires a few shots in the direction of the stranger::

ACTION:: The stranger begins moving towards Nandi, ducking to avoid any shots coming his way. As he gets closer, he checks his charge to make sure he has enough to finish the job::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::looks up and down the walkway to see where the nearest verticle support beam for the walkway and railings is::
<Arani> :: ducks into a doorway on the lower walkway, looking up at the roof opposite her::
<Geschart> :: starts focusing on accuracy again now that Arani is safe::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes a few deep breaths, calming down like Geschart taught her, and pops out of her doorway, staying low, fires one well aimed shot at the stranger, and ducks back in::
<Geschart> :: looks to Arani:: Stay here and cover me if you can. :: pulls a grenade from his belt and dashes across the courtyard, activating it and lobbing it up onto the roof the fire is coming from(or one of them if there is more than one)::

<Mr. Ugly> ::escapes the courtyard and runs for his ship::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sees Mr. Ugly and keeps on his heels::

ACTION:: The stranger falls back as he was only a meter away, and the shot hit him directly in the chest::

<Arani> ::gives Geschart some cover fire::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::hears the stranger hit the ground, and peeks out from her doorway again, shocked beyond belief::

ACTION:: Geschart takes a few grazing shots, but luckily he is wearing his armor and it doesn't phase him. Meanwhile the grenade explodes, sending body parts and weapons flying into the courtyard::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::steps out and prods the stranger with her foot, still holding her blaster in case he was wearing armor and isn't dead::
<Geschart> :: ducks behind whatever cover is handy in the part of the courtyard where he ended up after his dash, looking for anymore enemies::

ACTION:: The stranger grabs Nandi's ankle and pulls out a blaster pistol to shoot her::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::fires again::

ACTION:: Weapons fire from the other three roofs still hit too close for comfort below. Meanwhile, Nandi's last shot hits the stranger in the face and his body goes limp::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::looks at what's left of his face for a second, then pulls her ankle from his dead hand and pukes over the edge of the balcony::
<Geschart> :: curses and taps his comm:: *All*: I think it might be time for a tactical retreat.
<Nandi_Lasko> *Geschart*: Works for me.. ::heads for the nearest stairs::
<Geschart> *All*: Anyone hurt or need cover to get out of here?
<Nandi_Lasko> *Geschart*: I'm hurt.. but not bad.. ::heads down the stairs to the lower walkway and looks around for Geschart::

ACTION:: A few shots hit close to Nandi, as she looks around::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::curses and moves back toward the shop walls, working her way around the walkway toward the opening to the courtyard::
<Geschart> :: waits for an answer from Arani before he moves::
<Arani> *Geschart*: I think I'm good.. ::fires a few shots toward the roof and heads closer to the courtyard entrance::
<Geschart> :: unloads several rounds into each rooftop, then runs for the courtyard entrance, dodging from cover to cover as he goes::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::follows suit, running for the entrance as she fires up onto the rooftops::

ACTION:: The weapons fire from the roof follows them out and stops soon as the three are clear::

<Geschart> :: frowns:: That seemed a little too easy..
<Nandi_Lasko> ::keeps running, panting a bit:: Geschart: I got him.. ::smiles weakly, and definately looks pale::

ACTION:: Cornell does his best to run from Tam, but Tam manages to keep up, almost too easily. Meanwhile, The weapons fire from the roofs slow down a bit::

<Tam_Sneed> ::slides to a stop past a corner and dives back for cover::

ACTION:: Cornell yells for his men to fire and blaster bolts fill the street::

<Tam_Sneed> ::looks around for a good hiding spot::
<Geschart> :: nods:: Good job. *Tam*: Getting the girls home safe, should I wait there?

ACTION:: The bolts stop, and the sound of footsteps approaching Tam can be heard::

<Tam_Sneed> :: ducks into a small alcove:: *Geschart*: Get the girls to the ship and head over to Cornell's ship. Shoot anyone in sight around his ship.
<Mr. Ugly> :: peeks around the corner and doesn't see Tam:: Men: Tear the place apart. I want Sneed's head.
<Geschart> *Tam*: Got it. :: continues back to Maverick::

ACTION:: The men divide up and begin the search::

<Tam_Sneed> ::Hears the men getting closer and pulls both pistols out, checking their charges:: Self: Hate to do this...aw who am I kiddin'? :: pops out and begins firing both pistols into the group of men::

ACTION:: Tam manages to hit most of the men, but the others duck for cover before he could get to them::

<Tam_Sneed> ::rushes around the corner, firing shots behind him for cover::
<Mr. Ugly> ::sees Tam come around the corner and turns to run for the ship::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::follows Geschart:: His face was a wreck.. ::shudders:: Almost had me..
<Arani> ::keeps a close hold on the pack as she walks with them::
<Geschart> :: nods:: You got him and you're alive. That's all that matters.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::turns her head and crosses her eyes, trying to get a look at her shoulder::
<Geschart> :: gets to Maverick and opens the hatch for the girls:: Secure the ship and tell Vorian to be read to go as soon as Tam and I get back. :: looks to Nandi:: And try to get that cleaned up.
<Arani> Nandi: You go ahead to the med bay. I'll take care of the rest. ::waits until Nandi is in, then kisses Geschart on the cheek:: Geschart: For luck.. ::closes up the hatch::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::heads for the med bay::
<Geschart> :: raises an eyebrow, then turns and takes off towards Cornell's ship::
<Arani> ::locks up and heads for the lounge, hitting the comm when she gets there to let Vorian know they need to be ready fast::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::strips off her shirt once she gets to the med bay, wandering around in her halter top and opening compartments to look for what she needs then cleans out her shoulder, gritting her teeth and wincing, then covers the wound with bacta and a bandage::

<Geschart> :: rounds a corner and spots Cornell's ship, opening fire on whoever he sees as Tam instructed him, assuming that person isn't Tam himself of course::

ACTION:: The two men at the ramp go down quickly, and Cornell skids to a stop when he sees that::

<Tam_Sneed> ::slows down when he sees Cornell stop:: Cornell: Alright. You done runnin'?
<Geschart> :: fires at anyone else displaying a weapon, aside from Tam and Cornell::
<Mr. Ugly> ::turns to Tam:: Tam: Yes. I have little choice. What do you want from me? You have all my credits.
<Tam_Sneed> ::walks slowly towards the man:: Cornell: I think we need an apology and your word to not make life troubling for us. Not that yer word is much good, but I figure the threat of future death may make it stick.
<Geschart> :: steps out into the open once all potential threats have been dealt with, keeping the rifle up as he watches and covers Tam::
<Mr. Ugly> ::sighs:: Tam: Alright, Sneed. I'm sorry for all this. I promise I won't cause you any trouble. How's that?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to Geschart:: Geschart: What ya think? Good enough?
<Geschart> :: shrugs:: It's up to you, sir. I'm used to pirate codes where him trying to double-cross us would require us to just shoot him and rid ourselves of further potential worry about him.
<Tam_Sneed> Geschart: I don't know. I think he seems sincere enough. ::raises his blaster:: On the other hand, yer right. ::fires two shots into each knee:: But let's end a message to all who try to pull one over on us.

ACTION:: Mr. Ugly goes down in immense pain and screaming obscenities::

<Geschart> :: nods:: That works. :: looks around once more for anymore of Cornell's goons, then looks to Tam:: Shall we go?
<Tam_Sneed> Cornell: Hope you get home alright. Maybe I'll look ya up sometime. ::turns:: Geschart: Yeah. Let's get out of here.
<Geschart> :: nods and starts back towards Maverick::

ACTION:: There is a faint sound coming from the pack Arani took onboard, but not load enough to be heard easily::

%$%$% END EPISODE 007 PART 010 %$%$%

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Part 011

Episode 007 Part 011

Prelude:

Maverick lifts off from the pad and heads for Saloth, for no other reason than to take a break from the usual smuggling.

The pack in Arani's cabin is still making a beeping sound. It has gotten louder and more frequent over the past half hour.

They have half a day before getting to Saloth. Plenty of time to get their thoughts in order.

%$%$% BEGIN EPISODE 007 PART 011 %$%$%

<Vorian_Kel> ::sits up on the flight deck, not feeling very thirsty at the moment::

<Arani> ::finishes up a drink in the lounge and heads for her cabin::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sits in the lounge, drinking yet another glass of whatever was in the bottle on the table::
<Arani> ::opens her door and steps into her room, hearing the beeping right away. She hits the comm:: *Tam*: We got a problem with the cash Tam
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks up from his glass:: Self: Now what? *Arani*: What sort of problem?
<Arani> *Tam*: It's beeping
<Tam_Sneed> *Arani*: Beeping? What ya mean "beeping"?
<Arani> *Tam*: Ya know.. "beep, beep, beep"
<Tam_Sneed> *Arani*: You sure you didn't drink too much? Last I knew, credits didn't make any beeping noises.
<Arani> *Tam*: I know that. That's why I said it's a problem
<Tam_Sneed> *Arani*: Well, make it stop.
<Arani> ::rolls her eyes:: *Tam*: You actually want me to open it? Not knowing what it is?
<Tam_Sneed> *Arani*: Open... don't tell me you didn't leave the pack on the pad before coming aboard.
<Arani> *Tam*: The pack is in my cabin.
<Tam_Sneed> :: puts his face in his hands and shakes his head:: *Arani*: Take the pack to the main hold. I'll meet you there.
<Arani> :: picks up the pack very carefully and heads for the hold::
<Tam_Sneed> :: downs what's left in his glass and pushes his seat back:: Self: I hope it's just what I think it is. ::heads for the hold::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::sits in the infirmary, one shoulder of her shirt cut a little bit, and with her head turned away and her eyes squinched shut, waiting for Geschart to be done::
<Geschart> :: finishes cleaning the wound and applies a bacta patch to it:: That should do it.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::slowly opens her eyes and turns her head, looking at the patch on her shoulder:: Geschart: Getting shot is no fun..
<Geschart> :: nods:: Yep, but you're alive. :: smiles::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs a little and winces:: Geschart: Not by any lack of trying on his part
<Geschart> :: nods and puts everything away::
<Nandi_Lasko> Geschart: Thanks..
<Geschart> :: nods:: Don't mention it.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles at Geschart:: Geschart: Lucky it wasn't somethin real bad.. since we don't have a medic.
<Geschart> :: nods:: Fortunately I've seen enough wounds in my time to know the basics.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles again:: Geschart: Lucky for me.
<Geschart> :: smiles back:: Be careful with that arm for a few days.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Geschart: Ya haven't got to tell me that twice. I hope this is the first and last time I get shot..
<Geschart> :: nods:: Think of it as a learning experience. :: laughs::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Geschart: One I didn't need in order to know I should avoid it.
<Geschart> :: pats her non-wounded shoulder:: You did very well out there.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::looks up at him:: Geschart: Really?
<Geschart> :: nods:: Yep, and I should know. :: smiles::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Geschart: Thanks.. I thought he would get me for sure
<Geschart> Nandi: But he didn't. You got him, and you got home.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and frowns:: Geschart: Didn't like getting him though.. I don't think I'll get used to that at all
<Geschart> :: nods:: It gets easier. Though I'm not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing. :: pats her again::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Geschart: Anything in the lounge stronger than water or juice?
<Geschart> :: thinks:: Yes.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::hops off the little table she was sitting on:: Geschart: I think I need a drink.
<Geschart> :: laughs:: Oh yeah?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Geschart: Yeah
<Geschart> :: shrugs:: Ok. :: motions for her to lead the way::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::heads for the lounge::
<Geschart> :: follows Nandi to keep an eye on her::

<Tam_Sneed> ::quickens his pace as he gets his body moving again, and finally gets to the hold, looking for Arani::
<Arani> ::steps into the hold, still carrying the pack out in front of her very carefully like a bomb.. in case it is..::
<Tam_Sneed> ::motions to Arani:: Arani: Over here. ::heads for the airlock/hatch:: If I'm right, you won't need to be worryin' about it blowin' up.
<Arani> ::carries it to the airlock:: Tam: I was in a bit too much of a hurry to open this on the pad and start stuffing my pockets
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Arani: Just set it down and open it up. ::goes to a storage unit and pulls out a container:: I doubt you had enough pockets anyway.
<Arani> ::nods and sets it down, opening it carefully::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sets the container down and opens it:: Arani: Just put the credits in here for now. Then we'll ditch the pack.
<Arani> ::moves the credits from the pack to the container::

ACTION:: As the credits deminish from the pack, the sound gets louder and louder::

<Tam_Sneed> :: preps the airlock and opens the internal hatch::
<Arani> :: pauses:: What if there's some kind of pressure switch in there for when I pull off the last credits?
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs:: Arani: If yer worried, just leave a few in there and we can live without them, right?
<Arani> Tam: Got any chewing gum? I can put some on the end of a long stick and get the last credits out from the other end of the room. ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Sorry all out. Done yet?
<Arani> ::grabs the last couple of credits from the bottom of the pack and winces in expectation::

ACTION:: The beeping is very loud and a flashing red light shines from the bottom inside of the pack::

<Arani> ::looks into the bottom of the pack:: Tam: It's blinking. ::grabs the container and backs away from the pack:: A tracking device ya think?
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Arani: Yeah, would be just like Cornell to try and get his credits back.
<Arani> Tam: Well they're not his anymore
<Tam_Sneed> :: slings the pack into the airlock and closes the door:: Arani: Probably never were really his to begin with. ::hits the evac on the airlock and waits until the pressure is gone before opening the other hatch::

ACTION:: The pack floats out the hatch and disappears quickly::

<Arani> ::laughs:: Tam: Very likely
<Tam_Sneed> ::closes the hatch:: Arani: See? Nothin' to worry about. ::grins::

ACTION:: A blast shakes Maverick very slightly, and causes alarms to go off on the flightdeck. Displays say that the NavComp is attempting to adjust the course to keep their destination::

<Arani> ::curses and grabs somethin:: Tam: I think he's found us already

<Nandi_Lasko> ::walks into the lounge and starts rummaging around for a bottle of somethin good::
<Geschart> :: points out something strong, but not too strong::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::grabs the bottle Geschart pointed out, pours some into a glass, and drinks it rather quickly, coughing::
<Geschart> :: chuckles:: Not so fast.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::refills the glass::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::spills some as she ship shakes:: Geschart: What was that? :: drains the glass again, more slowly::

<Vorian_Kel> ::rocks in his chair a bit and grips the arms to steady himself, then looks at the navicomputer display. He frowns and tries to figure out what could have shaken Maverick like that:: *All* Everyone alright?
<Geschart> :: shakes his head, then hears Vorian and hits his comm:: *Vorian*: Nandi and I are fine.
<Tam_Sneed> ::his grin fades to a frown:: Arani: I hope so, otherwise that pack was more than what we thought. ::turns and heads for the flightdeck:: *Vorian*: Anyone firing at us?
<Vorian_Kel> *Tam* In hyperspace? That's impossible, Sneed. We must have come too close to a supernova or brushed some karking gravity well we didn't take into account when we calculated the hyperspace route. I'm trying to figure out what happened.
<Tam_Sneed> *Vorian*: Right. Just make sure we make it to Saloth. Forget tryin' to figure out what happened. ::looks back to Arani:: Arani: Guess we got that off just in time, huh?
<Vorian_Kel> *Tam* The navicomputer's readjusting our course, so don't get your underwear in a twist. I'm running a scan of the ship to see if anything's damaged. ::moves to the scanner and proceeds to do so, running through every system on Maverick::
<Arani> ::nods:: Tam: I'm glad I wasn't still standing on top of it.
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Yeah, but you wouldn't have known it when it happened.
<Arani> ::laughs:: Tam: Good point..
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: We did get the credits though. ::grins::
<Arani> Tam: Yep. We sure did. How much did he pay us for that anyway?

<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes the bottle and her glass to the table::
<Geschart> :: moves to the table as well:: Careful with that.
<Vorian_Kel> *Nandi* Nandi, how's your shoulder holding up? I'm working on a damage report, if anything's dinged up we might need you.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::finishes her third glass in record time for a newbie:: *Vorian*: Geschart says not to use it much, but it's still in one piece
<Vorian_Kel> *Nandi* Glad to hear it. I'll tell the ship to only be damaged in places that only need one arm to repair.
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the lounge and grabs the bottle from the table, then guzzles from it::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Hey! I was drinkin that. I don't want your cooties!
<Geschart> :: laughs::
<Arani> ::walks in behind Tam and raises an eyebrow at the scene:: All: And how old is she?
<Tam_Sneed> ::sets the empty on the table and takes a deep breath:: All: That was what I needed. ::heads for the flightdeck::
<Geschart> :: shrugs to Arani::
<Nandi_Lasko> I'm eighteen. Why?
<Arani> ::shrugs:: Nandi: Not my business.. I imagine I was worse than you. Just curious.
<Nandi_Lasko> Geschart: I feel lots better now.. ::giggles, then sits back in her chair real fast as the alcohol starts to make it's way from her stomach to her brain::
<Geschart> :: laughs::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sticks out her tongue and crosses her eyes to look down at it, trying to talk that way:: Geschart: Think I ought to get my tounge pierced?
<Geschart> :: raises an eyebrow:: Why?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs and pulls her tongue back in her mouth:: Geschart: I dunno.. why does anyone get a piercing?
<Arani> ::laughs and steps out of the room, carrying the container to the flight deck::
<Geschart> :: shrugs:: Some do it to be rebellious, some do it as a right of passage. Others do it to be feared, and still others do it for clan reasons.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Geschart: Nice list of reasons. ::laughs:: No clan reasons here.. just boring old me..
<Geschart> :: chuckles::

<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the flightdeck and takes a seat:: Vorian: So how's it goin'?

ACTION:: Sensors come back with no damages but they do detect several devices that are not part of the original Maverick systems::

<Vorian_Kel> ::raises an eyebrow at that and looks over at Tam:: Tam: Well, the good news is Maverick doesn't seem to be damaged. Funny thing, though. When I ran the systems check it brought back a bunch of new devices that weren't there before. ::shows Tam the display::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over at the display:: Vorian: Huh. Guess the tracking devices were on the hull instead of in the pack. We'll have to clean them off when we land. ::looks at another display:: You think we can change course to somewhere else to clean them off. I don't want to have to leave Saloth too quickly.
<Vorian_Kel> ::shrugs:: Tam: Feel free to look up someplace nearby. I don't like the idea of flying around with whatever this stuff is for too long.
<Arani> Tam: So what's the deal?
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Self: Let's see. I get to do something I asked someone else to do. Wow, imagine that. ::chuckles and checks the NavComp::
<Vorian_Kel> ::smirks and stands up:: Tam: While you're doing that, I think I'm gonna get a drink. ::walks out of the flight deck and heads down to the lounge::
<Arani> ::sets the container in one seat, and plops down in another:: Tam: What are you doing?
<Tam_Sneed> :: belches and punches in a new set of coordinates, then lets the NavComp do it's thing::
<Arani> Tam: Nice one.
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Just trying to make an unscheduled stop on the way to Saloth. ::looks over to the container:: Just can't leave that out of yer sight, eh?
<Arani> Tam: Didn't think it'd be a good idea to leave it layin around in the hold. ::shrugs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Arani: Yeah, and yer cabin was full of exploding packs, right?
<Arani> ::laughs:: Tam: Nah. The only reason the pack was in there was cos I went right there after we came on board, and dropped everything I was carrying. Believe me, I'm not tryin to keep it all for myself. I don't need it.
<Tam_Sneed> ::hears the NavComp beep back the results:: Arani: Not sure if any of us NEED it, but it's here. ::confirms the course change::
<Arani> Tam: Quite true. I guess we ought to split it up and stuff
<Tam_Sneed> ::takes the controls:: Arani: Yeah. Maybe the sooner the better.

ACTION:: Maverick drops out of hyperspace and the new jump point is put up on the display::

<Arani> ::shrugs:: Tam: Finish up with that course change and we can head for the lounge and deal it out like cards.. one for you, one for me, one for Nandi.. ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Arani: Yeah, sure. :: pilots Maverick to the jump point::

<Vorian_Kel> ::wanders down to the lounge and waves to Geschart and Nandi, then notices the bottle:: Hey, kids. ::sits down at the table and sees the bottle:: What's this? ::grabs it and takes a swig::
<Geschart> :: shrugs:: Nandi wanted a drink, Tam finished it off.
<Vorian_Kel> ::realizes the bottle's empty and puts it back down on the table, frowning:: Figures...
<Nandi_Lasko> ::stifles a little burp:: Geschart: I think I ought to find another bottle
<Geschart> :: chuckles again:: I think you should take it easy.
<Vorian_Kel> ::eyes Nandi:: Nandi: ...Are you drunk?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs, then winces a little:: Vorian: I dunno.. never been before.. never been shot either. It's a banner day for me
<Vorian_Kel> Nandi: You've never been drunk before today? And you call yourself Corellian... ::smirks good-naturedly::
<Geschart> :: laughs::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::rolls her eyes:: Vorian: You don't know my mother. Besides, I'm not all that old ya know.. not like I'm all that late at it..
<Vorian_Kel> ::shrugs:: Nandi: Just saying. I'm only half-Corellian and I had you beat by about three years. Don't tell my mom, though. ::winks::
<Geschart> :: smirks but doesn't mention that he had Vorian beat::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Vorian: Fifteen? Shame on you. ::gets up slowly and grabs another bottle, then walks back to the table and sits:: Geschart: See? Not that bad yet.. I can walk still
<Geschart> :: smirks and snatches the bottle from Nandi:: You want something really good? I'll mix you up a special Togorian recipe. :: steps to the counter::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Geschart: Cool. Just don't tell my mom. ::grins and winks at Vorian::
<Vorian_Kel> ::smiles:: Nandi: I won't tell if you don't...
<Geschart> :: chuckles and stands so that his mass hides what he's doing from Nandi's view, as he proceeds to make a mixed drink with five parts juices and water, and one part alcohol, then returns to the table with the mixed drink::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes a sip:: Geschart: Wow. That's good.. nice and fruity. Though if ya put fruit juice in it ya must have diluted what's in the bottle. ::laughs:: Still, it tastes wonderful
<Geschart> :: nods::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::finishes it up:: Geschart: That was great.
<Geschart> :: chuckles::
<Nandi_Lasko> Geschart: How come ya kept the bottle?
<Geschart> :: shrugs:: I didn't, it's over there. :: points to the counter:: I only mixed up one drink.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Geschart: My shoulder feels lots better. ::laughs::
<Geschart> :: chuckles::
<Nandi_Lasko> Geschart: You must be a great doc. ::laughs::
<Geschart> :: laughs::
<Nandi_Lasko> Geschart: Can I have another?
<Geschart> :: thinks, then gets up to mix another one::

<Arani> Tam: Hey.. umm.. there's something I wanted to ask you..
<Tam_Sneed> ::still piloting:: Arani: Sure. What is it?
<Arani> Tam: There's something I tried to do.. that I should be able to.. I know it's a part of me.. but it didn't work. Before I was.. well.. lost.. could I effect people's moods?
<Tam_Sneed> ::glances over to her:: Arani: Well, ya did get under My skin a few times.
<Arani> ::laughs:: Tam: That's not what I meant.. I meant to make people feel something I projected.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs:: Arani: I guess so. I don't remember. Why ya ask?
<Arani> ::sighs:: Tam: I thought so.. I know it should be part of me. And I've looked up my people to confirm it. The stuff they had me on.. must have ruined it..
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the new jump point and sets the NavComp to activate the hyperdrives:: Arani: If yer worried about it, we could look into it, but from where I stand, yer fine as you are.

ACTION:: Maverick makes the jump into hyperspace::

<Arani> ::sighs:: Tam: Looking into it won't help I don't think.. I imagine it has something to do with the effects of their crap on my brain..
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: I'm sure some doc somewhere could help you out somehow.
<Arani> ::shrugs:: Tam: Maybe on my homeworld..
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Think ya'd wanna go back there?
<Arani> Tam: I don't know.. ::frowns:: It might help my memory, but there might be a good reason.. or rather a bad reason.. that I left to begin with..
<Tam_Sneed> Arani: Well, if you ever wanted to, just let me know. ::gets up:: Still wanna count out credits?
  dream ya know.. I think about my past.. but it fades so soon after I wake.. ::stands up and grabs the container::

%$%$% END EPISODE 007 PART 011 %$%$%

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Nandi's Decision

Everyone has been off shopping, eating and doing whatever they like. Meanwhile, Tam sits in his cabin reading a datapad, having done his share of whatever everyone else is doing already.

%$%$% BEGIN NANDI'S DECISION %$%$%

<Nandi_Lasko> ::wanders the ship looking for Tam, having not found him in the lounge or on the flight deck. She turns down the right corridor and knocks on his cabin door::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sitting in a chair with his feet up and relaxing, until he hears a knock:: Nandi: Come in.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::steps in and looks around, having never been in here before:: Tam: Hi.. finally getting a break huh?
<Tam_Sneed> ::still reading:: Nandi: Trying to, yeah.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Sorry.. I wanted to talk to you.. is it a bad time?
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and puts down his pad:: Nandi: Is it ever a good time? ::swings his feet to the floor:: What is it?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns:: Tam: Umm.. I'm not really sure how to say this.. but Jykt offered me a job..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Did he? Well, that's quite bold of him. ::smiles:: And yer jumping ship now instead of when it was convenient, right? ::joking a bit::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs and winces:: Tam: I don't know. I told him I'd think about it, and I still don't know. I just thought it was fair to talk to you.. ya know.. even though we've had our differences..
<Tam_Sneed> ::his smile fades:: Nandi: You weren't kidding, were you? ::leans back and sighs:: Great.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::looks a little confused at the look on his face:: Tam: I didn't think it would make much difference to you..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Why would it? Yer just the only tech I have. ::shakes his head:: Well, at least you haven't made up yer mind yet.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I'm having a hard time with that one.. ::sighs:: You said when you caught me here that it wouldn't be safe, and you were right, and I was shot. But I don't want to run simply because someone else offered stability.. I do like it here.. It's just.. ::trails off and stares at the floor::
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: I see. Got yerself shot up and now yer having second thoughts. Ya never did listen much good. If ya did, ya wouldn't have gotten shot like that.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::looks up and shakes her head:: I know that! I never said I wanted to leave cos I got shot! I came to see you because I want to know if you want me to stay or to go. I can handle this, and I thought I'd proved that.
<Tam_Sneed> ::leans forward:: Nandi: Look, it's yer choice, but given time, you'd do well out here. ::sits back again:: Who'd want to work in that anticeptic old place on the edge of nowhere anyway?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles a little:: Tam: There is that.. I'd be bored within twenty-four hours.. ::sighs:: Look.. I know it's my choice, but I know you didn't want me here. So I want to know what you think. What you want.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks her in the eye, studying her:: Nandi: I'd like you to stay, but only if you want to. I don't keep anyone here against their will. As you probably seen, the people who were onboard when you stowed away aren't exactly the same people here now. I seem to change crews like someone changes underwear.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::grins:: Tam: Like we hope people change underwear. I want to stay.. I just wanted to make sure you were all right about it.. since we started rough.. and I am sorry about that whole stow-away thing.. ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Nandi: I think that's behind us now. By the way, when was the last time you spoke to anyone back home?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs again, but only with one shoulder this time:: Tam: I can't remember the last time I had a message, but we keep in touch. Why?
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs with both shoulders:: Nandi: Just wanted you to have family. Out here, family is important. Trust me. ::stands:: So, do I need to give this Jykt a piece of my mind?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles:: Tam: I can't say they're happy, but they are family.. and they've accepted that I don't want to come home. As for Jykt, that's up to you. ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Well, if he's gonna pursue you, I should set him straight. Unless you want to.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Tam: When have you known me to be mean enough to set anyone straight? Besides.. I think he likes me a little.. and it's kinda weird.. ::wrinkles her nose::
<Tam_Sneed> ::holds back a laugh:: Nandi: Maybe you should be the one to set him straight then. Don't have to be mean, just say things how they are. That's all.
probably right. Shall I tell him anything from you while I'm at it?
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Yeah, ask if he has work for us. I reckon we could use another job in a bit. ::grins::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: All right. ::turns to the door, then looks back:: Did you really think getting shot would scare me off? Honestly.. I'm more stubborn than that.. ::grins::
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Yer stubborn alright, but getting shot can be a might scary. I'm glad yer stayin' though.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles:: Tam: Guess I'm tougher than that too.. See ya later. ::heads for her cabin::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sits and swings his feet up again, picking up his pad to resume reading::

%$%$% END NANDI'S DECISION %$%$%

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