Peel Post - Loose Ends

Posted on Tue May 20th, 2025 @ 10:50pm by Captain Jamie O'Connell & Lieutenant Commander Angel Devroe & Lieutenant Maria SanChez & Lieutenant JG Johan Albo & Lieutenant JG Sarissa Aloran & Lieutenant JG Sayvek

Mission: THE KINGDOMS COME AND GO
Location: S/M: Answering The Call
Timeline: Stardate: 78850.1

::ON::

< Peel >

Once back aboard Captain O'Connell went straight to the Bridge. Exiting the lift "Commander report" he ordered with a smile.

Standing from the command chair Angel faced Jamie with a smile "Welcome back Captain. We're still at station keeping but there is a small ship approaching off our port side; looks to be scout class Sir" Devroe stated as she moved to the First Officer's seat.

Looking towards Science "Lieutenant Sayvek, any indication who it might be or their origin" O'Connell inquired as he sat in the big chair.

" They originated from the planet and appeared to pause once with in sensor range. It is unclear if they are belligerent or a transport to the ring. We are still too far to discern any markings." Sayvek replied.

Thinking for a brief moment "Lieutenant Sayvek keep an eye on them for the time being. Lieutenant SanChez let me know the second should they power up any weapons" came the orderers.

"As you wish Captain" Maria answered thinking that ship would be stupid to power up weapons against the Peel.

Sayvek studied his screen and measurements hopeful the slightest of detail might reveal who was out there.

" Sir they appear to be running in a stealth mode. They have also sent a coded message to the Ring but none has responded."

"Keep me apprised Mr. Sayvek, they may be some of Clevex's people unaware of what has transpired recently" O'Connell ordered taking the center seat. Turning to his Number One "Looks like we wait and see what that ship is up to for now; I don't want to make any assumptions at this point.

"I'm with you on that Captain; no sense of interfering and making things worse than they already are" Angel replied.

The Captain had downloaded the intel given to him by Lieutenant Jen into his PaDD. Grabbing the item "Commander you have the conn. I think It's time I paid a visit to our guest in the Brig" as O'Connell rose from his seat without giving Devroe a chance to respond.

< Brig >

Moth Lundren had begun the first of his protest by refusing food or drink. His goal to die and blame the Federation Captain of causing the death of the rightful heir to the Ring.

But as he rested his head the slight words of hope filled his ears as the hearing aid transmission in his ear pinged.

With their so called guest in the brig, Sarissa decided to do what she did best and drop in to visit Moth Lundren. Walking into the brig she paused outside his cell. "I'm Sarissa Aloran, I'm a Counsellor, I thought I'd drop in and see if there's anything you need?"

" That is most kind Counsellor. It would seem I am the bad guy in this drama. Since, I no doubt will not survive incarceration would you avail me the witness of watching me perform a ritualistic ceremony?" Moth replied.

Sarissa gave Moth a curious look. “May I ask what kind of ritual it will be?”

" Nothing so grandious as my suicide. It is the way of the Valdaron. I just need a witness to take my confession."

Sarissa nodded. “If you wish to give a confession then I’m only too happy to help you.” She offered a polite smile.

The Captain walked into the Brig mid conversation between the Counselor and Lundren "Since you're in the confessing mood, perhaps you wouldn't mind answering a few questions concerning your involvement in the sex trafficking and my First Officer" O'Connell stated before proceeding any further. Your answer may determine where you spend the rest of your days."

" Captain as the Emirate I was aware that lower officers were conducting illicit behaviours. Three of my judges were allowing this and atheist one General. Even General Clevex knew of this and done nothing to his subordinates. But I suppose that is how your Federation types role. Pick the lesser of two evils. So sure I confess to knowing and not doing something but in my defense to your officer my reign being stolen prevented me from arresting the SubGeneral. For that I apologise."

Sarissa looked towards O’Connell. “I’m not sensing any deception on his part Captain, the apology is an honest one.” She looked at Lundren. “Does your planet regularly engage with trafficking women?”

Thinking a moment without waiting for Moth to answer "All I'm looking for is justice for my First Officer and that still doesn't negate the fact you disarmed a Star Fleet Officer, without her knowledge, then shoved her forcefully into that building when you knew what the consequences would be for her; so how do you justify that Mr. Lundren" O'Connell pointed out waiting for an answer.

" I am afraid I am just an awful person." Moth replied.

But before the Captain could give a response, Lundren suddenly vanished in a stream of yellow light. Turning to Sarissa she was gone as well "What the bloody hell is going on around here" he stated out loud as he took off for the Bridge while tapping his comm "Commander issue red alert....SanChez check your logs......someone has breached our Ship.....I'll be to you momentarily" came the orders as O'Connell entered the Lift "Bridge."

< Valdaron >

Sarissa materialized in strange building realizing she wasn't on the Peel any longer when a rather scruffy looking man looked at her and smiled showing a few missing front teeth "And what do we have here.....a sexy little blonde" as Taser motioned for his mates to gather round.

Tsarist looked around for a means of escape, but unfortunately she had nowhere to go.

Moth Lundren materialized outside into a garden area surrounded by Ivesk trees.

" Well it took you long enough."

" Shut up Emirate. You are here because of your stupidity. Clevex is rounding us up but for now we are safe." replied his attendant.

< Peel >

Walking onto the Bridge "Commander report" as O'Connell went to the center seat that Devroe had just vacated.

"Captain I've moved the ship fifteen hundred kilometers further away from the Ring; I doubt their technology can reach this far" Devroe explained.

"Lieutenant SanChez see if you can figure out how they avoided our security to beam someone off this Ship" O'Connell ordered.

"Already on it Captain" Maria replied not giving away who was beamed off the Ship figuring Johan knew nothing about it yet.

"Good thinking Number One" as O'Connell looked around the Bridge "Lieutenant Albo my Ready Room please" as the Captain turned while tapping his comm "Lieutenant Jen please report to my Office right away" came the order.

Walking in "Lieutenant please have a seat; there's something you should be aware of" as O'Connell sat "There's no easy way to say this.....the ship was breached and Lieutenant Aloran was beamed off."

"WHAT!!! What the hell! How could this happen.....what are you going to do about.....I'll...." Johan was using a loud voice.

"JOHAN!!!!! Pull it together man!" The Captain stated in a louder voice looking rather stern at the moment.

Realizing how he was presenting himself to his C.O." My apologies Captain but you're talking about the love of my life....if something was to happen..."

O'Connell cut him off "I know you're upset and concerned at the moment. I'm getting things in place quickly and we WILL get Sarissa back even if I have to tear the Ring apart to do so; you have my word" he replied trying to make his Officer feel better as Yesrin knocked on the open door. Looking up he motioned for her to enter "Lieutenant Albo return to your duties and I will keep you apprised of any new developments; you're dismissed."

Johan sat a moment starring at the Captain before standing looking him in the eyes "Bring her back Captain...please I beg you" then he turned and went back to his duties.

"Lieutenant Jen please have a seat. We have another situation which requires your particular talents" O'Connell explained "Our Counselor was beamed off the ship about 30 minutes ago right in front of me. Obviously we need her back the sooner the better."

Yesrin thought for a moment "Captain since I breached them once before I'm thinking they're going to try and move her quickly" then she paused "She's probably being held in the same place as the Commander was with undoubtedly much tighter security. I could go in alone but since I feel time is of the essence I would like to request four fully armed Marines to accompany me on this one."

"Certainly; whatever you need. When can you be ready to leave" O'Connell inquired hoping the sooner the better.

"I can be ready to go in twenty minutes Captain; have the Marines meet me in Transporter Room One in twenty five" Yesrin replied ready to get to work.

"Excellent. Make it happen and be careful" Jamie commented as Yesrin turned and was off. Tapping his comm "Captain Hunt I need four Marines, full tactical to meet Lieutenant Jen to rescue our Counselor who was beamed off this ship in twenty five minutes......Transporter Room One and she will be giving the orders for this Op."

"Understood Captain.....we'll be ready to assist" Hunt replied then sprang from his desk and walked into the common area "Marines we have a job to do....it's a rescue of one of our Officers. Anderson, Parker, and Evans you're with me....full tactical.....be ready in fifteen. The rest of you suit up same routine in case we need backup. Any questions" as Hunt looked at his Marines and no takers "OK let's do this....Hazah!!" he shouted with his Marines responding the same.

Shortly Yesrin walked into the Transporter Room with the Marines already there "Captain Hunt, I'm Lieutenant Yesrin Jen, thank you all for your help. I'll be leading this Op so I'll be giving the orders. Once I breach the building then you'll all proceed ahead of me clearing a path so I can get to the Counselor and get he out of there. I am authorizing lethal force so we can get in and out quickly....questions."

"No Ma'am.....you lead.....we'll follow....right Marines" Hunt replied as his Marines stated "Hazah". They all stepped onto the pads with Yesrin giving the Operator a nod "Energize."

< Valdaron >

Sarissa had found herself being dragged away from her arrival site, taken to the location of other women all being kept in lock ups, her comm badge removed and her uniform torn away she was thrust clothing to wear that didn’t leave much to the imagination. She could only hazard a horrible guess that she was being lined up for sale.

Taser walked into the Brig looking over their fine inventory of women with one of his mates "Theses bitches should fetch a handsome price " then he paused looking at Sarissa "This one here I wouldn't mind sampling myself" as they both laughed. In a loud voice "Hey blonde, feel like a little three-way just to get into the mood for what's to come."

“No way in hell” Sarissa shook her head. “I’m a Starfleet Officer, I suggest you let me go before you find out what a huge mistake you’ve made.”

Taser looked at his mate, the both laughed "Ya right....we're shaking in our boots" as they both laughed again "We'll give you time to think about our offer then we'll be back for some fun" he replied as they started to walk off.

Yesrin and the Marines materialized a short distance from the building in question behind some large rocks for cover "Ok everyone set? This should go quickly so stay alert and make sure your weapons are set to kill" Yesrin instructed. Looking at his Marines receiving a nod from each "All set....lead the way" Hunt replied ready for some action.

They quickly made it to the door as Yesrin held up her fist to stop. Grabbing her devise she placed it by the entry keypad, pushed a small button waiting for the device to do its job. Moments later she heard the door unlock then she opened it slowly peeking inside seeing some guards a little ways away. Turning to Hunt she whispered "There's a few guards just inside, take them out, go straight ahead about fifty meters then down the stairs to the Brig area then secure it." Hunt nodded then motioned for the rest of the Marines as they bolted through the doors and opened fire taking out all of the guards before they knew what hit them.

The Marines made their way down the stairs as they saw two guys walking away from the cells filled with women. Hunt tapped Evans on the shoulder pointing in their direction. A second later they both opened fire taking out both guys. Yesrin walked up to the cells searching and soon spotted Sarissa "Counselor, I'm Lieutenant Jen here to get you out of out of this hell hole" Yesrin stated with a smile seeing someone who'd rather not be here.

Captain Hunt called out "Marines secure the area" as they did as ordered to give the Lieutenant some time to do what she was trained for.

“Am I ever glad to see you!” Sarissa smiled. “We need to hurry the guards will be returning soon.”

Yesrin grinned "Not to worry I brought some friends along to help out" as she nodded towards the Marines. Grabbing some putty she jammed it in the lock "Counselor stand to the back of the cell and turn around" then she ignited the explosive with her phaser....'poof' was all your heard as the door swung open. Walking in she notice Sarissa's outfit "Nice body....Johan is a lucky guy" Yesrin whispered with a smile as she removed her cloak giving it to Sarissa "Put this on to cover yourself."

Sarissa took the cloak grateful for something to cover herself with. “Thank you. The sooner I get out of this the better I’ll feel.”

Walking up to Hunt "Captain I'd like to free the rest of these lades as well" Yesrin stated. Overhearing her Evans spoke up "I'm quite familiar with these cells, I can have them all open in a minute or two." "Make it happen " Hunt replied. Walking over to a small box on the wall he hit it with the butt of his rifle forcing the door open. Pulling out two wires he touched them together and the cell doors opened. Turning Yesrin stated "You're all free; go back to your families" as all the women ran out of their cells and up the stairs. "Captain let's get out of here" Yesrin ordered. "Marines two by two, let's go" as everyone walked up the stairs cautiously and out the door going back to their point of origin.

Tapping her comm "Transporter Room One, Lieutenant Jen, six to beam back" as she grabbed Sarissa's hand since she was devoid of a comm badge. Moments later her nightmare was over.

< Elsewhere on Valdaron >

Moth Lundren sat down on a beach chair and enjoyed a beverage from one of the ladies. He was parched after his day.

" I noticed your ship on approach. Can it over take the Federation ship?" Moth asked.

" Perhaps but that would have no profit for me. With you no longer in power you are useless too Valdaron. " said the voice from the speakers.

" Wait I am the legitimate leader here." Moth yelled.

" You were and now you are useless. Our deal is over you are on your own Emirate."

As he spoke several guards appeared and surrounded Moth Lundren. " You are under arrest Moth Lundren for numerous crimes against the Valdaron people. You have two choices, confinement on the home world or ritual suicide." yelled a guard. Moth quickly began to run toward an exit but was gunned down before reaching the door.

The voice that had spoken to Moth no longer listened as he had returned back to his ship.

Tbc