Risen

Posted on Fri Nov 17th, 2023 @ 12:58am by Lieutenant Commander Kevin Lance

Mission: The Q Effect
Location: S’Tokkr Alpha Three
Timeline: Current

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{S’Tokkr Alpha Three}

Kevin materialized on the surface of S’Tokkr Alpha Three a mere fifty meters from the wrecked Fawuine ship. The transporter technician had been able to lock in on the transponder signal that Kevin had constructed two days, or an hour, earlier. Kevin had been warned that it was likely a one-way trip but he felt compelled to verify the condition of Faline and her family as quickly as possible.

“Fauline!” he called out, “Buckner!” There was no response and he ran to the shipwreck.

Buckner emerged just as Kevin reached the cargo ramp. Buckner had his weapon aimed at Kevin as he didn’t recognize him in the Klingon uniform.

Kevin extended his arms outwards with his palms open in the same manner that Faline had towards the Romulans. “Buckner, its Lieutenant Lance.”

Buckner lower his weapon and cocked his head to one side. “You died,” he pronounced.

Kevin paused, remembering nearly being crushed as the crevice collapsed. “I was rescued at the last moment,” he replied.

“Part of that complication you mentioned?” Faline asked as she came to Buckner’s side.

“Yes,” Kevin admitted.

“I thank you for saving my life,” Faline continued, “and am much relieved that you did not die.”

There was an awkward pause until Buckner announced, “More strangers,” and pointed out in the distance.

Kevin turned and raised the Klingon optical scanner in the direction that Buckner had pointed. He quickly found the rescue party from Norris lead by Commander Rodale. “They are other crewmembers from my ship. They will be able to help us.”

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Kevin Lance
Chief Flight Control Officer
USS Chuck Norris