Post # 47 - Back Home, Sort Of

Posted on Wed Dec 7th, 2022 @ 1:44pm by Commander Jamie O'Connell & Captain Tracey West Jr
Edited on on Wed Dec 7th, 2022 @ 1:48pm

Mission: BUGS OH NO!!
Location: Various
Timeline: Current

::ON::

[RRW Nanclus]

{Brig}

After materializing back on the Ship, a few Romulans were standing by to help get the prisoners placed into the Brig to be secured for the trip back to the Amandora and the RRW Raptoress.

Devroe walked over to one of the Romulan guards "You may want to have a Medic pry that throwing star from Brisco's arm" then she paused "And don't be too careful about it."

The guard grinned "We certainly can do that" he replied.

{Bridge}

The Away Team made their way to the Bridge. When the door swooshed open O'Connell stood and was happy to see everyone walking into Command "1st Lieutenant report" the Commander ordered with a big smile on his face.

Trace saluted. "Captain." He greeted. "Brisco has been taken into custody. He and his comrade had obtained some advanced tech, enough to fool my HUD, which means he was working with black marketeers of some sort." He took off his helmet and sighed as he tasted fresh air on his scalp. "This next piece, I feel should be delivered in private."

O'Connell had to grin at Trace's greeting "As you wish Mr. West" then turning to the Centurion "Is there an Office nearby we can use" he queried.

"Yes Commander, it's right over there" Omar commented as she pointed to her right.

"Good....you have the Conn....I'll be back shortly" then turning to Trace "Follow me Mr. West" as the Officers left the Command.

{Ready Room}

Jamie walked in followed by Trace as he closed the door "Trace have a seat.....so what else did you find over there" he queried not knowing what to expect.

Trace lowered his voice. He knew any listening devices would have no problem amplifying what he was going to say if it came to that, but his purpose was less to keep it a secret and more to not draw undue concern. After all, it was just a hunch. "I don't think we've uncovered Brisco's full game here. He comes off as a cheeky mindless villain but I'm convinced that's just a ruse. Underneath he's calculating, and a cunning adversary. He had the command codes for the Nanclus." He said, letting that sink in for a moment.

"Trace I can tell you from past, personal experience that Brisco isn't stupid by any means but more of a calculating menace" Jamie paused as a thought went through his mind "You said he had the command codes to this Ship.....Tapping his Comm "Commander O'Connell to the Brig Officers" ....

"Go ahead Commander" came the reply.

"Brisco has the command codes to the Ship....I want two armed Guards on him at all times.....he may be figuring out how to get out of here" Jamie explained then looking at Trace "Thanks for the heads up, let's hope this doesn't get ugly."

{Bridge}

The two Officers made their way back to Command then Trace took his place by the door as O'Connell sat in the CO's chair.

Centurion Omar whispered to Jamie "Everything alright" she queried then continued "Commander I took the liberty of sending the repair Crew over to the Akira ship to effect repairs for our return trip."

Jamie smiled then whispered "It would appear that Brisco has the command codes to this Ship so I put two armed guards on him around the clock just in case he tries to escape. Good the sooner we get that ship up and running then the sooner we can return."

"You know Commander if this Brisco fellow becomes a problem we can always blow him out through an airlock into space....problem solved" Omar stated being able to do that but that wouldn't fit into her plan.

"As much as that would solve our immediate problem, he needs to stand trial for his actions so that really isn't an option" O'Connell replied.

A few hours had passed as Jamie's Comm went off "Commander O'Connell here....go ahead."

"Commander the Akira ship has been repaired and is fully functional anytime you want to get underway Sir" came the reply.

Upon hearing the communication Omar spoke up "Commander with your permission I would like to take command of this ship to get her back home and I will transport the prisoners safely to such. You may keep the Ronulans on board to help crew the Ship."

O'Connell thought for a brief moment "Permission granted as I can't command two ships at once" he stated with a grin as they both stood.

In a very somber manner Omar said her farewell "Commander O'Connell it has been my honor, even though briefly, to have served under your command. You are a fierce warrior and will make a great Commanding Officer one day; any Crew would be lucky to have you" she stated as she gave Jamie a strong warrior's handshake.

"Centurion Omar thank you and the honor has been all mine" he replied being a little taken back since he hadn't expected that sort of farewell. Omar smiled as she placed herself in the CO's chair.

O'Connell turned and walked up to his Away Team "Let's get the Akira ship back to the Amandora" he ordered as his Team followed him to the other Ship.

{Akira}

Once aboard Jamie tapped his Comm "Engineering we're about to get underway if you're all set" he commented.

"We're good anytime Commander" came the reply.

O'Connell looked around the Bridge, it was good to see familiar Console's once again "Mr. West please assume Helm.....Lieutenant Devroe please assume Tactical and Science....Lieutenant Dunjen you have Security" came the orders.

Soon they were underway as Jamie settled into the Captain's chair "Helm plot in a course for the Amandora.....best speed......engage."

The RRW Nanclus followed the Akira Ship for hours as they were making their way back home when Heather spoke up "Commander the Nanclus is changing course."

"Comm hail the Nanclus" came the order "Centurion Omar is there a problem, why are you changing course."

"Commander we're leaving the Republic so we have taken the Ship to start another life" she explained.

"What about the prisoners" O'Connell queried being a little confused.

"I know you won't approve but they have agreed to help us for a time in exchange for their freedom" Omar explained hoping Jamie would understand at some point.

"So what you said before I left your Ship.....was that was just a ploy so you could steal that Ship?" Jamie asked.

"No Commander I meant every word that I said. You don't know what it's like to be Romulan with all the rules and regulations we have to adhere to; many more than what Star Fleet has" Omar explained then continued "Please don't try and stop me.....I don't want to have to fight you."

The Commander let out a long sigh "Alright...even though I don't agree with what you are doing.....far be it from me to try and stop you.....that's between you and the Republic" Jamie replied.

"Thank you Commander and may the god's show you favor in your life. Omar out" as the screen went back to a view of space.

"Commander we're within communications range of the Amandora" Comms stated.

"Hail the Amandora" came the order as Commander O'Connell stood behind Helm "Amandora this Commander O'Connell, we have the Akira ship and will be to you soon. O'Connell out."

Jamie was glad to be back home but knew he'd have to have a very serious conversation soon with the Commodore; the down side was Brisco once again escaped the justice that was due to him.

::OFF::