RP: "Adventures in Gunrunning" - Act 7

POSTED BY: Astriana
UPDATED: Friday, January 30, 2004 16:12
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GEEZER

Thursday, January 29, 2004 12:04 AM

Thorne's Move:

Thorne hears River's cry and can feel what's upsetting her. He turns to Slight.

"Cool it, boy. No need for that here. And if you disagree, I'd bet I can end you well before you can turn my brain to mush."

He walks towards River and Inara, smiling reassuringly.

"Hey there, little sister. It's all right. He's just a runner like us, and just as scared as we are. Take a look...you can see I'm not lyin'."

Thorne takes River's hands and looks into her eyes, still smiling.

As she calms down, he turns to Inara. He admires the poise and control she displays in such a confusing situation...as well as other things. He'll have to chat with this lady soon. Right now, though...

"Ma'am, if you'd be so kind as to help this young lady to a seat, I would surely appreciate it."

Turning back to Slight, the smile slips off his face.

"Son, even if that fellow doesn't know what you are, I think I have a good idea. You and I went to the same school. It'd probably be a good idea to back down a little until we find out what's going on, don't you think?"

Thorne takes the bottle from Slight's hand, winks at him, and takes a healthy slug.

EOM.

"Keep the Shiny side up"

TEELABROWN

Thursday, January 29, 2004 12:16 AM

_________
River sits next to Simon, whose face isn't showing any emotion.

You were ignorant. Now you know all, and you want ignorance back.
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"Freedom is the Freedom to say that 2+2 makes 4. If that is granted, all else follws"-Winston, 1984
Keep flyin', and remember, THEY can't take the sky from US!

CIARA

Thursday, January 29, 2004 3:18 AM

Inara's turn

Inara get River settled in her seat by Simon.

Inara crouches gracefully by River's side, holding the girl's frail hand. River looks down at her, lanky hair hanging in her face.

"do you want some stew, baobei? I'm sure it'll make you feel better"

desperate for something to do with her hands, Inara glides to her feet without waiting for River's reply. She makes her way between the rigid walls of angry men, and begins preparing a small bowl for River and one for herself.

placing the meal in front of River, and seating herself close by, Inara begins to slowly eat.

Over her steaming bowl, Inara studies the assembled.

sorry for the short one, guys--been busy :( *runs off*

end Inara's turn

Just a humble supplicant in service to all things Joss

BOOMERGOODHEART

Thursday, January 29, 2004 3:51 AM

Kaylee's Move
Location: Engine Room (is she ever anywhere else?)

Kaylee steps to the comm to answer Wash.

"Uh...yeah, I know about lost power, Wash. Takin' care o' it now."

Signing off, she's thankful that Mal is otherwise engaged at the moment. She doesn't really feel up to explaining things to anyone.

Wearily, Kaylee takes her tools back out and starts to work on the engine.

End Move

BoomerGoodheart
"I love my Captain."

SQUEE

Thursday, January 29, 2004 6:15 AM

Damon's turn:

Damon shifts his weight uncomfortably.

OOC: well, I've been trying to come up with something more to write, but until I hear from Mal Damon doesn't have much to do... so night all (thought most of you are probably already asleep. Am I the only west coast dweller here?) see ya in the morrow!

I'm not broken, in my dream I win...

MANIACNUMBERONE

Thursday, January 29, 2004 6:25 AM

OOC yer not the only western dweller. I am in Ut.

GEEZER

Thursday, January 29, 2004 12:49 PM

Mal's move:

[It's just too much. Every time things seem about to settle down, something else happens. The ship landing like a sack of go-se. Kaylee scampering off without a by-your-leave. River going all spooky. And still no answers from his new passengers. Mal has had it. He draws his pistol.]

"Wuh de tyen. I have had enough of this! Everybody sit down and shut up! That includes you, Pink-eyes! The next one 'a you moves or talks without my sayso gets shot! No exceptions! Dong ma?"

"First...Wash, what kind of Ho-tze de pigu landing was that? Is the ship okay?"

"Second...Where the guai did Kaylee run off to? [yells ] Kaylee, get your butt back up here!"

"Third...River. You goin' weird on us again, girl? Now's not the best time."

"Fourth...[pointing at Damon] Stop handin' out the tzao gao and tell me who you are and why the Feds are after you."

"Answers better start coming ma-Shong, or everybody gets off and walks."

[Mal stands glaring, pistol in hand. Everyone can see that he is not kidding. They quietly take seats and wait for Wash to reply.]

EOM

"Keep the Shiny side up"

ASTRIANA

Thursday, January 29, 2004 1:26 PM

Wash's Move:

WASH hears KAYLEE reply over the intercom.

KAYLEE: "Uh...yeah, I know about lost power, Wash. Takin' care o' it now."

Then hears MAL start yelling - and can now understand every word coming at him from the galley.

MAL: "First...WASH, what kind of Ho-tze de pigu* landing was that? Is the ship okay?

"Second...Where the guai* did KAYLEE run off to? [yells] KAYLEE, get your butt back up here!..."

WASH hits the intercom to the galley to answer MAL before his gives SIMON another patient.

To MAL: "Landin' was goin' fine 'til the engine died on me, MAL. KAYLEE's down in the engine room workin' on it now. I'd say that's prob'ly the best place for her, 'specially if we wanna get paid for this little adventure."

End Move.

*Chinese Translations:
Hotze de pigu = monkey's butt
guay = hell

~A~

...I'm still free,
You can't take the sky from me.

CHANNAIN

Thursday, January 29, 2004 1:41 PM

Rowan's Move:

Accepting the roll, Rowan sets her plate across her folded legs, breaks it and holds both pieces in her hands before closing her eyes to whisper a swift little prayer of thanks. Once finished, she looks to see the Shepherd's surprise and smiles.

ROWAN: I've come to learn bread is precious thing out here, Shepherd. Go for a few months without and it seems like a blessing to have. I was taught to always say thanks for blessings. You never know when they're going to turn up.

Feeling the ship suddenly drop as if caught in a pocket of turbulence, she braces her meal with both hands, sitting perfectly still as she listens. No loud bangs from the direction of the engine room. Just that strange little whine Fireflies make when they're powering down. Feeling the jolt of a quick but short landing, she's feeling pretty grateful for Serenity's sense of timing when Reynolds spouts another list of demands.

Having not heard her name, Rowan contemplates whether or not to rephrase an earlier suggestion. Reynolds seems pretty adamant about getting his answers before getting underway, but with the engine out of commission his threat to kick all passengers off would be entirely moot if he's stuck walking alongside.
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Mal: "Answers better start coming ma-Shong, or everybody gets off and walks."
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ROWAN: Captain, I mentioned it to Kaylee before, but I have some experience with Firefly systems. I'm sure she knows her business better than I ever will, but an extra pair of hands might be appreciated right now.

EOM

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TEELABROWN

Thursday, January 29, 2004 2:11 PM

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River sees the food, and picks at it, and takes a few bites. Simon puts his arm around River, and she just sits there.

He's hurting them.
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"Freedom is the Freedom to say that 2+2 makes 4. If that is granted, all else follws"-Winston, 1984
Keep flyin', and remember, THEY can't take the sky from US!

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