Role Play: Personal Quarters

[Capt Grab Foot Of~Two Dawns]

As the Commander gets the refreshments from the replicator, he moved over towarf the couch and the chairs that kicked back, making it more comfortable for the sitter. Unfortunately for him, the chair is made for humans and those without a tail. The couches were made in the same fashion

Instead of sitting on one of the couches or the chairs, he would simply sit on his hind legs, on the floor "No offense taken to you, Commander But I would sit here. I feel it would be more comfortable and less painful for my tail."

He glanced at the Album as he set it, and his Kumis, on the table

He listened to the Commander as he sat and spoke. He didn't mind being called "in a flurry". He is used to it, plus he needed a bit of flurry to wake up and move around. He was starting to get antsy, with no activity. He followed the commander's glance over to Jim and Brexen's images. You are correct, Commander. This news does indeed involve our former Captain and mentor Jim Harsting. By the way you are acting, I am assuming you have recieved the same news." Which would be easier then him having to explain things "What have you heard and who from?" He asked, curious to see if he heard the same news

[Commander Crio Ijoula]

He nods once about his captain's choice of sitting, realizing he might need to find something for him or others that find standard chairs/couches uncomfortable, especially if he institutes the senior officers' poker night again.

"I had a feeling you'd heard about that. Just before I called you, I was contacted by an old friend of Brexen's - Commander Hans Broker, who works with the Starfleet Corps of Engineers at Utopia Planitia." he said, gesturing to the pictures of both Brexen and Hans.

In the picture, Brexen is wearing an engineering gold uniform, having been newly minted to Lieutenant Commander. She is standing between Jim Harsting and Hans Broker. Brexen's most striking feature is her boyishly short, fiery red hair. She looks to be laughing in the picture, as if someone told her something very funny.

"Basically, he informed me that Jim had come out of a coma that he'd spent the last year in, which I hadn't heard anything about prior, I should add... Anyway, to make a long story short, it seems that Jim disappeared and is believed to have been abducted while en route to Earth from the Earth's starbase. He advised me that Starfleet Security is going crazy trying to find any leads, given Jim's extensive engineering expertise. I was also told that they're contacting anyone who knows him or has served with him. That's what I was going to forewarn you about, but it seems I got 'beaten to the punch'."

He takes a sip of his tea before continuing.

"Right now, I'm told they don't have any real leads, so I asked Commander Broker to send me all the data available on Jim's disappearance. I'm holding onto a strong hope that we can help in the search and, if at all possible, bring him back alive and well. Guardians know I owe him several times over for saving both of our hides." he added, referring to the many times Brexen was rescued by Jim, and the incident when Jim took an energy bolt hit that otherwise would've hit Crio, when investigating malfunctions on the Terrasect.

[Commander Crio Ijoula]

Crio picks up another PADD and hands it to his captain.

"Commander Broker also sent me this bulletin from Starfleet Security with the data packet he transmitted. It basically gives us a timeline to work with.

And so you know, Commander Broker is also a longtime friend of Jim's. He, Jim, and Brexen were all very close friends. He wanted me to learn about this from a 'familiar face' rather than some stranger from Starfleet Security."

((Here's the link to the bulletin by Starfleet Security that was included in the data packet))
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[Capt Grab Foot Of~Two Dawns]

He listened to the commander as he pointed out the images of the people on his desk. One of himself, a female and one he introduced as Commander Hans Broker. He hadn't met the female, this Brexen and he mused it was his loss. Crio, he know but this Broker person is the one that contacted the commander as Security had contacted him

Ijoula went on to explain what Broker informed Ijoula, much of it Security had informed him but most likely not in as kind a manner. He couldn't help but spiral his tail at the comment that someone "had beat Ijoula to the punch" of informing him of the situation with Captain.. with Jim Harsting

"Jim has saved both of our tails more times than I can count" he commented, it feeling strange to him to be calling him Jim and not captain "Security doesn't have many leads but I propose, and presume, that you wish to search for him personally." He then takes a drink of his Kumis, pausing to let the commander confirm, or deny his presumption. Knowing the commander, he would put everything aside and go search for himself if he had to "I would not blame you if you did.."

He then puts his mug down, accepting the Padd that Ijoula hands him, looking it over

[Commander Crio Ijoula]

A smirk graces his face at the remark of wanting to search for Harsting.

"You know me too well, sir. With respect to Jim, I have to see that he gets back safely. Yet, that may be a challenge for you to deal with... The reason I say that is because right now, Brexen can surface, almost at will..."

He took a sip of his tea, and closed his eyes for a moment, as if trying to suppress tears.

"...I know that's a little confusing, so I'll explain... When Jim first took command of the Terrasect, he wanted his chief engineer to have the same intimate knowledge of the ship and systems that he had. When he picked me, he had in mind Brexen, because she helped design most of the systems on this ship with Jim. The problem is that my engineering knowledge is all but non-existent. So Jim all-but-ordered me to make use of a Trill ritual that allows my personality to give way to that of a former host, in this case, Brexen, as we were putting the ship through its paces.

In simple terms, this is like switching places with someone else, while not changing my physical appearance - you would still see Crio physically, hear my voice, but another person would be in control, and I would be submerged. I am told that the only outward signs of this change are an energy arc will run up my spots to my forehead and I'll appear disoriented for a couple of moments during the change."

He took another sip of his tea, clearly unconfortable about revealing this strange situation.

"Because of having switched with Brexen before for an extended period of time, she's the only one right now who can switch out, that I know of, depending on the circumstances... Sometimes I can control when and where it happens, sometimes I can't. In either case, I'll try to warn you somehow before it happens."

[Capt Grab Foot Of~Two Dawns]

The smirk on the commander's face told him all he wanted to know.

He continued to listen to the commander, arching his brow as he brought up and mentioned the female in the pictures, the one named Brexen, saying something that she could come to the fore at any time. He would ask what he is talking about but then remembered the commander is Trill, a joined trill at that.

As he listened to him explain Trill procedures and how they do things, he remembered that a Trill can have multiple.. personalities, mostly of people who have lived before, some of them having decades and even centuries of experience and knowledge. Kind of like terran cats and their nine lives, he thought with amusement

"I understand, Commander. It would be as if you were speaking to me, seeing me but I would inhabit the personality of my cousin Fetch Storm or someone else that would be close to me of that have bonded with me in such a manner."

He thought for a couple moments, noting his nervous or uncomfortable look "I know how your body smells, Commander. When chemicals or pheromones change in one's body, my sense of smell can pick that up. When this change occurs. I may be able to sense it myself, saving you from "warning" me. From what you are informing me, Brexen could be of use to us, her experiences and memories. If you wish to let this occur naturally, It would not hinder it."

His next question he has a feeling he already knew the answer "When you want to start on the trail to find Jim?"

[Commander Crio Ijoula]

Crio nodded as he listened to the captain, and as he seemed to understand what can happen, he relaxed.

"As soon as everyone is back onboard and we're fully stocked on supplies. Once we get underway, I would strongly recommend at least a Level-3 security alert until further notice, as a precaution. We should probably start our search from the Terran system and see what clues we can find, unless we find other leads along the way."

He took another drink of his tea.

"This would be the second time that I know of that we've had to go get Jim from somewhere since coming aboard the Terrasect. I can't seem to shake the feeling that this incident is related in some way to the catastrophic incident when we were in Ktarnian space."

[La'ta'nM]

Woke up he had been working so hard on the Engines it took him a while to find anything through the mass of pillows and satin covers. Finally out of bed he walked over to his dresser which was made of oak with highly polished latinum plated handles. The mirror was extra large as well but, he was worth the cost the bed was a king size also made of solid oak the carved inlays were trimmed in the cheap Terran metal of gold, one did not want latinum spread everywhere. Opening his closet he went past the dress suits, Sports jackets to his uniforms. Two for everyday of the week an engineer had to be prepared. After getting dressed he stepped into the Corridor.

[Dr Colina MacAuley]

On her way to the Galaxy bar she passed by the personal quarters section where La'ta'nM was walking by in the usual all business way he had.

"Hello La'ta'nM, how are you today? I was on my way to get a bite to eat your more then welcome to join me if you have time." She smiled. Colina was hoping he had the time since she was interested in learning more about his race. Books and texts only tell you so much its the deeper things she was interested in.

[La'ta'nM]

Stopped rather abruptly yet gracefully turned, already wearing what was a genuine smile even for a Ferengi. He spoke the look on his face as well as the sound of his voice told he was the light hearted type . " Yes I have plenty of time. I am also quite well. Hopefully you are the same?" Took a place beside her letting her lead the way.

[Capt Grab Foot Of~Two Dawns]

Ijoula seemed to relax when he told the commander that he understood his mood and personality changes that could occur at anytime. That was natural for a joined Trill. He would not criticize the commander for acting.. naturally. In fact, he would welcome the personality change, the experience and advice from a former host/life could be valuable and helpful

He gave a nod when the commander told him that he'd like to get under way as soon as people are back and the ship re-stocked. He received reports that stocking and upgrades were complete so that meant the crew needed to return. A level 3 security alert is suggested once we get underway as he tapped his comm badge "Attention Crew. Captain Grab foot Of~Two Dawns speaking. We will be departing on our next mission in 20 minutes. Please finish what you are doing and report back to the ship and station. Two Dawns out."

He took another drink from his mug, then nodded again to the commander. "I believe it will be the second time as well for me as well. I do not recall events as well as I used to. Perhaps I am just getting old." He spiraled his tail and making a sound like a chuckle. He then sobered "Although I do remember the events in the Ktarnian space." Which could have been more catastrophic if it weren't for a certain feline officer but thankfully things were averted. "I won't rule out the possibility. We can deal with whatever happens as they occur."

OOC: I will create a new thread in the next day or two for the next SL Arc

[Commander Crio Ijoula]

"I still can't help but wonder if our presence there inspired that coup that ultimately led to the destruction of that giant starbase, to hopefully make us take the fall for their actions..." he added, thinking out loud, as that's the 'catastrophic incident' that he was referring to, that happened when Terrasect and Pegasus were fighting valiantly to defend the base from attacking ships while working to rescue as many people as their ships could hold.

Before he could add more, it happened, much like Crio had described. His eyes would drift closed and a sound like a rushing breeze would be slightly audible could be picked up as a small energy arc visibly went up his spots. His eyes would flutter back open and look around, as if he was a bit dazed. After looking at the captain, his eyes would widen sharply in surprise, and Crio's voice sounded rather startled, but with a bit of a feminine quality to it.

"Whoa! I didn't expect to find a big cat here..." She would then realize that the big feline was wearing a Starfleet uniform with the rank insignia of captain. "Oh my.. I'm... I'm sorry, ummm... sir.... uhhh.... Captain.. I...um... hope I'm not intruding on anything." She blushed and felt rather embarrassed and ashamed of herself for calling the commanding officer a 'big cat,' suddenly remembering that most felinoid races weren't too keen on being addressed that way. She put a hand to her mouth, wanting to take back the cat remark. She hadn't met any felinoids before, but she remembered Crio once making the "cat" mistake and how much he'd regretted it.

[Capt Grab Foot Of~Two Dawns]

His ears arced forward as he listened to the commander's outspoken thoughts. He didn't remember the full details of why they were in Ktarnian space but it is possible that there presence could have caused a coup or perhaps lit the spark to start it.

Before he could respond to that, he thought he could hear a small breeze. That was impossible since one, they were on a starship and 2, inside a room and even 3, not on a planet. He looked toward Crio to see his eyes closed and a peculiar scent wafts across and into his nostrils. He is unable to put recognize the scent. After a moment, the Commander's eyes opened but it wasn't Crio behind those eyes. It was someone else. Crio's eyes then widened as if the newcomer realized that he is there, after looking around a bit

His ears flicked back as he/she spoke, referring to him as a big cat. He noted the feminine quality to the voice, not Crio's but someone else, a female presence. The visitor then realized what she said then apologized for calling him a big cat. His whiskers twitched in annoyance, but then he is used to it, but it still bugged him after all the time he has put in Star Fleet to prove to people that he is not just a "big cat" "Captain Grab foot Of~Two Dawns" He said as an introduction "I assume you are the one named Brexen?" He asked, presuming it was her

[Commander Crio Ijoula]

She looked a bit surprised by her name being known already, but then figured that it would've been a subject for discussion before.

"Yes." she adds, and formally introduces herself, "Commander Brexen Ijoula, engineering officer. I am really sorry for my remark earlier. I've just never encountered any felinoids before. I also apologize if I startled you, sir." she added, quite a bit formal around ones she hasn't met before. However, she is becoming aware of what's going on, with seeing the photo album on the table, and is putting 'two-and-two together', with the picture of her, James, and Hans that was taken at Utopia Planitia, during the design phases of the systems that would ultimately be integrated into the Terrasect's design. "Right after I was made a Lieutenant Commander. The three of us were all working together at Utopia Planitia..." she said, gesturing to the photo of her, Jim, and Hans.

"I have a feeling that something has happened to James..."

While not telepathic, she is one 'very smart cookie'.

[Capt Grab Foot Of~Two Dawns]

Again, he seen the look of surprised as he correctly assumed it was Brexen. Seems the "smart cookies" weren't in short supply. She formally confirmed and introduced herself as Commander Brexen Ijoula. She apologized for her remark and for possibly startling him. He waved off her apology "I am pleased to meet you, Commander and no need to apologize, you did not startle me. Commander Ijoula.. Crio, explained to me what occurs when another host emerges." He told her before she went on to explain that when she got promoted to Lt Commander, she, Harsting and Broker worked together at Utopia Planitia. Admiralable. The main shipyards where new ships are created with the latest technology

His whiskers twitched then dropped some as she started that she had a feeling that something's happened to Harsting "You are unfortunately correct, Commander. This is the reports that I have received and I am sure Crio can confirm them." He then informs her of the reports he received and read