Questions

Posted on Wed Nov 4th, 2015 @ 12:43pm by Lieutenant K`Wor & First Ramata`tar & Lieutenant Anandra Delair

799 words; about a 4 minute read

Mission: Episode 90 - The Great Relink
Location: Starbase 400
Timeline: MD1 930hrs, Concurrent with 'Unwelcome News'

ON:

K’Wor exited the turbolift with Kratz. The Changling looked around for a moment, seeing two Security Officers standing in the corridor.

“Who are they?” Kratz asked, curiously.

“Security Officers, Commander Lokran must have assigned them outside your room.” K’Wor replied, nodding to the guards. “It’s for your own safety.

“You mean for the protection and peace of mind of you...solid lifeforms.” Kratz replied back attempting to smile.

K’Wor smirked, “I’m sure there are some concerns on both sides.”

“Fear, some fear me...they don’t like someone that can change their appearance the way I can.” Kratz replied, almost looking sad. “For so long I believed I was alone in the universe, now I know there are others like me. Will they come here?”

K’Wor paused before replying, “I believe so. Odo is an honorable person. He was once like you, one of the ‘one hundred’ sent out into the Galaxy, I’m sure he’ll come as soon as he receives our message.” K’Wor gave a reassuring smile, too bad he’ll already be on his way back to the Academy before Odo could arrive. “There are other species that can change their appearance too. Chameloids for example can change their appearance to look like other humanoids, but they can change shape into a table or something like Changlings can.

Kratz was intrigued.

As they stopped outside a door, “This is your assigned quarters while you’re aboard Starbase 400. It’s a standard guest quarters, but there might be a few things in there you’ll enjoy morphing into. A large...bucket has been put in there too, if you need to relax in your nature form.”

Kratz looked K’Wor over, then gave a thankful nod.

“Counselor Delair will be here soon to meet with you and serve as your host while you’re here.” K’Wor added.

“I believe the term is, ‘thank you’” Kratz then walked into the room and the door shut behind him.

As K’Wor turned around he nearly ran into Ramata’tar. “First...I didn’t see you there.”

“I was shrouded. It is true, there is a Founder among us.” Ramata’tar replied. “I will protect him with my life, that is the order of things.”

“Did the Admiral send you down there?” K’Wor replied as the other Security Guards watched on a little nervously.

“Yes. He knows it is the duty of the Jem’Hadar is to protect the Founders. He has assigned me here.” Ramata’tar replied.

“Do you want to go talk to Kratz?” K’Wor asked.

Ramata’tar looked at K’Wor for a moment, then glanced at the door. “No. The Founder will ask for me if he needs anything.”

“Ramata’tar, Kratz doesn’t know he’s a Founder. He doesn’t even know what they are, what the Dominion is, none of that. Maybe you should talk with him, after Counselor Delair.” K’Wor replied.

Ramata’tar nodded, then took position in front of the door to Kratz’s quarters.

K’Wor smirked and headed back to Ops, as he neared the turbolift he passed the Counselor.

“Counselor, it’s good to see you back.” K’Wor said with a smile. “Ramata’tar and other Security personnel are on guard outside Kratz’s quarters.”

Lt. Delair had quickly made her way toward the designated location, curious to meet this alleged guest by the name of Kratz. She met K'Wor with a smile as she exited the turbolift.

"Thank you Cadet, good to see you again as well. How is our guest?" she asked, of course inferring about his demeanor and mood. It wasn't uncommon for guests to oppose security measures when they were imposed, and she wanted to know what to expect before they embarked on their tour.

"He's cooperating so far, seems to be enjoying himself actually. Somewhere new to explore. I've noticed him studying each face of the person that walks by, he might even like a visit to the Promenade to people watch." K'Wor replied.

Delair smiled, pleased to hear that the guest was in good spirits and that this will likely be a pleasant interaction. She was looking forward to showing someone new around the base, and the Promenade seemed a perfect place to start. "Wonderful, I will take your suggestion. Will you be joining us, K'Wor?"

“No ma’am.” He replied. “I’m returning to the Academy tomorrow and the Vesta will be here early so my family is planning to spend the rest of the day together.” He gave a respectful nod, then continued on his way.

"Very well, enjoy your time with them." she gave a little wave, then continued on her way as well.


tbc...

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