Post # 27 - Explanations

Posted on Wed Sep 14th, 2022 @ 11:23am by Commander Jamie O'Connell & Lieutenant James McTavish

Mission: Zaris Three
Location: Various
Timeline: Concurrent

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{Amandora}

Lieutenant James McTavish had met with Commander Jamie O'Connell and went over what the Commodore had tasked them with as well as the what was expected of the Infiltration Specialists.

[Two hours later]

McTavish and O'Connell met in Transporter Room One to depart for Zaris Three "This should be an interesting talk with Kyron....I'm just glad I have some experience in such matters" Jamie commented.

"Good then I'll come along for moral support; I'm afraid my diplomatic skills are sorely lacking" James replied with a chuckle "Did you have a chance to talk to the ladies concerning their part in this?" as the two stepped onto the Pads.

"Not to worry....I'm grateful to have someone coming along with me, it should make things a little easier.....yes the ladies have been brought up to speed and are prepping even as we speak for a midnight visit" Jamie explained with a grin, then turning to the Operator "Energize" and moments later the two Officers disappeared in beams of white light.

{Zaris Three}

When the Officers materialized they headed straight for Kyron's Office as Jamie commented "I sure hope this goes well" as James nodded in agreement.

Kyron met them at the door "Commander, Lieutenant what do I owe the pleasure of your visit"he said with a smile.

"Governor Kyron there are a couple of matters that have come to our attention that we need to discuss....in private if you don't mind" O'Connell stated being all business at the moment.

"Sure right this way gentlemen" as Kyron led the way into his Office "Please have a seat.....would you like something to drink" he offered with a smile.

Jamie looked at James then replied "No thank you I think we're fine" Jamie stated as the three took their seats.

Commander O'Connell collected his thoughts for a moment before beginning "Governor there is a matter of a building with an iron door that has housed within it's walls some people, that I believe you refer to as Albains, that are being held under guard and against their will" he stated waiting for an explanation.

Kyron's demeanor shifted from a pleasant host to an irritated Governor as he drew a breath "With respect gentlemen, I don't see how that's any of your concern" he said matter of factly.

Jamie kept his Irish temper at bay "Considering that your planet wants admission into the Federation.....it's very much of our concern....the Federation takes a very dim view of a people being put in prison just because of the color of their skin" he replied sternly.

Kyron sat for a few moments not knowing exactly what to say next having been called out by the Commander, then he tried to explain "You don't understand, these people are an abomination and if allowed to be free they may intermix with our species and pollute our society with their...well....sickness. They are locked up for everyone's sake."

At this point James was not liking what he was hearing at all "You mean to tell us that there is nowhere on this rather large planet that these folks can't live their lives in peace" he queried trying not to let his demeanor show through.

"We just don't trust them to keep to themselves....and quite frankly we can't take the risk; even if it means we can't get into the Federation at this time" Kyron replied rather sternly.

The Commander's mind was going a mile a minute trying to come up with a middle ground; then he had an idea "Governor I may have a solution that would be beneficial for everyone" he replied then waited for a reply.

"And what might that be" Kyron queried looking for a way out of this situation without loosing face.

"If your government is dead set against allowing these people to be free and live their lives here then the Commodore is prepared to give the Albains asylum aboard our Ship and transport them to another planet so they can start to rebuild their lives" Jamie explained "That should solve both our problems."

Kyron sat and mulled over the Commanders proposition for several minutes before answering "If the Albains ask for asylum then this government will ok their request" he replied being glad for a way out of this situation "So have they asked for asylum?"

Jamie was very careful how he answered "Not yet but I'm sure it'll be forthcoming soon."

Kyron just looked at Jamie for a moment before continuing "Commander answer me one thing if you would be so kind....how is it you know so much about these people and their situation" he queried being somewhat amazed at Jamie's knowledge.

Jamie just smiled "We have our ways" he answered and wasn't about to go into much detail not wanting to make a delicate situation anymore complicated.

"I see" Kyron replied "So was there anything else you wanted to discuss?"

"Matter of fact there is one other point of concern. There is a race that lives in a hidden part of Zaris Three that are very tiny and use moths to get around with. They seem to be very afraid of your people and are afraid of becoming extinct" Jamie explained.

"Yes they were on this planet first....but I don't understand their fear....we have laws to protect them and their moths.....theses laws have been around for years" Kyron explained being surprised at what he was hearing.

"Well apparently somebody is clearly breaking your laws" James added.

The Governor thought for a few moments "Yes and I believe I know who may be able to shed some light on this situation" then leaning over his desk to access his communication device "Denor please report to my office at once."

A few minutes later Denor walked in being surprised to see two Star Fleet Officers sitting in the room "You wanted to see me Governor" he asked.

"Yes, please have a seat the Commander has something he wants to go over with you" Kyron stated being quite concerned at this situation.

Commander O'Connell went over what he had told Kyron with Denor in detail "So what do you have to say for yourself since that is your area of responsibility" Kyron queried very sternly.

Denor didn't know what to say at the moment but tried to give an answer "I....a....I'm not sure how to respond to these statements" he replied.

Then Kyron's demeanor changed "What do you mean your not sure how to respond.....laws have been broken and if you've had any knowledge of this...well let's just say it won't bode well for you" he stated matter of factly.

At this point Denor was caught between a rock and a hard place knowing he was in the wrong as he stood "Governor I hear by resign my position in your government effective now" he replied.

Kyron shook his head in disgust as he keyed his communication device "Security to the Governor's Office right away."

Denor's worst fears came to pass as Security walked in "Guards arrest this man for breaking the wee people's laws and for insurrection against the government. Get this person out of my sight" he ordered as the trio left the Office.

Then turning to the Officers "Please believe me when I tell you I had no idea what was going on with those wee folks.....if i had, this would have ended a long time ago. I will go and have a word with them after we're done here' Kyron commented.

"That's good enough for me Governor" Jamie replied "I think we've taken up enough of your time and I will be letting you know about the Albains soon. As far as the other matter is concerned I think you have it well under control. I'll have our Diplomatic Officer contact you in a few days" then he and McTavish stood.

"Thank you both, this has been a fruitful meeting and please convey our conversations with your Commodore if you would...we still very much want to join the Federation" he stated with a returning smile.

"Yes I'll be giving the Commodore a detailed report and you should hear from us in a few days. thank you for your time" Jamie commented then he and McTavish left the building.

Once outside James commented "That went better than I had anticipated."

"That it did and thanks for your input also" Jamie replied then tapping his Comm "Amandora two to return to the Ship."

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