[USS Shanghai] The new times and the old

Posted on Wed Oct 24th, 2018 @ 2:53am by Captain Harrold Anderson & Lieutenant Alexander Newman & Captain Xalanth & Lieutenant Avril Taylor & Commander Thorrin & Lieutenant JG T'para & Major Charlena Dilucca
Edited on on Sat Dec 8th, 2018 @ 12:15pm

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Mission: [JM USS Shanghai] S1, E7: The Dragonian Code
Location: Pi Librae III
Timeline: MD001 1100 hrs

The space above the large desert of Pi Librae III was calm and empty before the bright light of several Federation starships jumped out of warp. A few drgaonian defence platforms trained their guns upon the newly arrived ships before turning as the ships were added to the friendly database.

Onboard the bridge of the Shanghai a smile spread over the new first officers face. The planet reminded him of his home world with the large unending deserts and bleak looking mountains. All being scorched by a bright sun. No wonder the federation hadn't colonised this place and his people had jumped at the chance.

" All ships are entering orbit and we're receiving beam in quadrants. Looks like we're ready to go. " Xalanth said from his chair. He was trying his best to look like a starfleet officer, but being already done up in the ceremonial robes of fire even he was having a hard time resisting laughing at himself.

They was made from a mixture of red and yellow that flowed across his body with his hands and face painted to match. His two girls had done a good job and he was happy that the two of them were so excited.

" Well captain shall we head down to the transporter room." He said standing up and looking at his commanding officer.

"As ready as I will ever be, I have be." Said Harry as he stood up from his chair as well, and looked over to Charlena, Avril and Alexander. Who were all on the bridge. "Let's not keep the Dragonian delegation waiting." Suggested Harry as he motioned for everyone to follow him.

Alexander made his way from the engineering station. He was eager to learn more about the first officers race. He knew that Xalanth was the first Dragonian to enter starfleet, maybe they can secure official negotiations, and maybe membership into the Federation. Alexander was getting a little ahead of himself.

Avril was pretty quiet, as she quickly made a v-line to the turbolift. This was exciting for her. A chance to meet Xalanth's race. She felt bad that Thorrin was staying behind. Typically that would be her, staying behind on an away mission to watch after the ship.

Thorrin had manned the Ops console as he heard the conversation between the others. When they made to leave he rose and took the center seat. Thorrin was the next senior person on the bridge and protocol dictated that he remain in command for the time being.

"Mister Thorrin..." He started off telling his new chief operations officer, but noticing the man already moved from his station. "Take care of my baby, when I am gone." He said, as he glently slapped the bulkhead to show his affection for the new ship.

"Aye sir! We will keep a light on, and a channel open for you." Thorrin replied with a smile. When he finished speaking he signaled the person who replaced him at the Ops channel. He indicated that the second half of his joke was also an order.

The away team went down the turbolift, next stop the planet.

***

A grin was on the lizard's face as he stepped into the transporter room. T'para and his children were already there all dressed up in fancy robes and T'para outfit to represent night. He gave all of them a hug before taking his place on the padd.

It was only a few seconds before the party was standing on the planet surface on a large sandstone slab at the base of a mountain. A small delegation of seven dragonains stood before them with Rathiena leading them. The old female dragonain was wearing a female robe with some old, yet still marvellous created chainmail drapped on top.

" By the power invested in my by the people of dragonia we welcome are friends from the United Federation of planets." She said calmy.

"We are honored to be invited, I am Captain Harrold Anderson, Starship Commander of the USS Shanghai. This is my first officer, Lieutenant Commander Xalanth." Said Harry as he looked to Xalanth to say something.

" I welcome you to this small piece of are people captain Harrold Anderson. I know my own grandson Captain. I taught the scamp how to shoot his first rifle." The eldarly lizard replied as she bent down to hug the two small dragonian hybrids. The two hugged her warmly before she stood up.

With a speed that one woundn't expect she grabbed Xalanth in a tight hug. " Good to see you again little one."

" Captain my i introduce Rathiena the leader of the chair of war the leader of my peoples military and my grandmother," Xalanth said timidly.

"This is Lieutenant Alexander Newman my chief engineer." Said Harry as he continued down the line.

"A pleasure Ma'am." Said Alexander with a big grin.

" Welcome to our home, Alexander." The old lizard responded bowing her head.

"Lieutenant Avril Taylor, my Helmsman." Said Harry, as he pointed to Avril.

" A pleasure. "

"Lieutenant Kimoni Jexen, my Chief Science Officer." Said Harry, as he pointed to Kimoni.

" A pleasure."

"Major Charlena Dilucca my Chief Security and Tactical Officer. And Second Officer of the USS Shanghai." Said Harry, as he pointed to Charlena.

" A pleasure. I welcome you and the rest of your crew. if you'll follow me we can show you what we've done so far." The elderly lizard said.

"After you Ma'am." Said Harry as he watched Alexander get excited. What engineer would not be excited to see what engineering marvels the Dragonians created on this colony. They were a pretty technical saavy race to start with.

Rathiena nodded and lead the crew into a large tunnel that had been carved into the mountain. Offshoots dotted the tunnel as she lead them deep into the mountain. A few of the offshoots had armed guards stationed in them wearing armour and paint as black as the night sky. " I apologise for the armed guards. My son Zigarthis here and he's very paranoid. " She said as they passed a freshly created offshoot were a massive boring machine of flesh and metal sat it's crew powering the thing down from a hard days work.

Avril stood near Alexander, and watched closely as they were escorted into a long and large tunnel. She noticed the dragon like people wearing armor. It looked extravagant. Avril thought to herself as she looked at them, Maybe they were royal guards. They continued to walk. There was a moment of silence. She wondered if Harry or Xalanth would break the silence.

Xalanth was a little puzzled and frightened by his grandmother's words. " Why are special forces here? " He asked as they continued down the tunnel.

" You're fathers being paranoid my dear boy. He believes the federation is going to attack." The old lizard said as she reached their destination. The centre of the mountain was being hollowed out and the beggnings of a city were being built within. A bright red rock hung high above the rest giving the whole cavern a red glow. " Magnifiant isn't she." The old lizard stated. " the first city we've built since the war."

Charlena stepped forward and looked around amazed. "Beautiful, it looks like something from a fairy tale." She smiled.

"I know where I would like to spend my next vacation." He said with a big smile on his face, as he gave Charlena a small wink. He was trying to keep his composure. "Rathiena, do you think it would be possible to set up an embassy near or in this beautiful city?" Asked Harry, getting a little ahead of himself. He was not joking when he said, he would love to spend more time down here.

"Of course. We can give you a consulate in one of the designated area's. If you'll follow me we'll show you the collasium where the festivities will begin. " The lizard said as she lead the way through the city. Construction was still going on as they made ther way through the main street.

Avril loved the architecture of this place, simply breath taking. Dragonian's were a remarkable society. And their artwork really showed that expression. She walked along side Alex. Her affection for him was starting to grow, but she was trying to keep her composure. Avril wondered, how long they were staying on the planet. She hoped over night. This place was remarkable. "Rathiena, do you think we can explore the city later on, maybe do some shopping, I am not familiar with your form of currency. but I would love to pick up some paintings or other nick knacks."

" The festival last for three days that i hope the federation personnel can stay for. I'm sure we can work out a currency conversion though i'll have no idea how much a staggna will be to any federation currency. " The elderly lizard said as they reached a more populated area. What was clearly an inn was roasting a hunk of meat over an open fire as the bar and tables were filled with dragonains. A few looked around at the group as they passed by. Obviously wanting to know how the strangers were.

Avril noticed all eyes shifted on them. She stood a little closer to Alex, out of instinct. She waited to see what would transpire next. She was not sure if the Dragonian people were excited to see them. She was starting to worry, would spending anything on the colony without an entourage a good idea? She really liked the fashion and artwork of this culture.

Xalanth had noted Avril discomfort. Checking his daughters were okay he moved slightly over towards her. " It's okay. Most of them have never seen any other intelligent life before. Besides after the trading of the water, you'll be protected under guest rights. No one will touch you." He said reassuringly as the approached a large square. A large stone platform run along one side one which another small crowd of dragonains stood. The square itself had a few smaller crowd of dragonains along with a sight most of the Federation personnel had to stop to look at.

A large blue scaled yarven was lying across half of the square apparently sleeping without a care in the world.

Harry stopped to look at the stone. It was breath taking. He could see why the Dragonians would stop to look at it, even though he had no idea, what the importance of the stone was. "I noticed a lot of Dragonian's around this stone, its quite remarkable." Blurted out Harry in amazement. He hoped someone would fill him in on the importance of the stone.

Alexander remained silent, and he liked the fact that Avril drew closer to him. He was trying to maintain professionalism since this was an official event.

" People are excited for the ceremony. " Another dragonian said as she made her way over to the crowd. She was wearing a blue riding leather that matched the yarven and her red face looked oddly familiar. Noting the two smallest members of the group the dragonian let out a high pitched gasp that made several people look round. With a speed of only a few could see she was in front of the two small hybrids bending down to be at their level. " They're so cute." She let out as she looked at Yazar and Travla.

Xalanth looked rather embarrassed as he scratched his head as a few looked at him. " Everyone may I introduce my sister Lithall first flame of are clan."

"Honor to meet you." Said Harry, wondering to himself. What the first flame was. He would ask Xalanth later on. Harry slightly bowed his head in respect towards Lithall.

Alex smiled as he listened to the captain, talk about being an honor to meet Xalanth's sister. Alex thought it was an honor to meet all of the Dragonians on this planet.

Avril just observed, trying to learn as much as she could about Dragonian culture. This was a rare opportunity. And she was glad to witness this event.

Xalanth smiled as his girls meet there aunt. His yellow eyes looked over at his mate who had a grin on her face. He had a good feeling about this.

 

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