[D20 Modern] Stargate - Part I Recruitment - IC [PG-13]

[KitanaVorr]

Cornell University - Off Campus Housing
Ithaca, New York
5:50pm Late Spring, 2003

"You really wish you could?" Lorelai blurted out before she could stop herself. A dark pink blush ran up all up and down her skin as she followed wherever he led her. Well that was really smooth...sound like you're fourteen why don't you...that'll impress him.

"I mean, um...so what do you do, Lt. Terrell besides escorting women to the airport?" ok not any more brilliant...some genius you are "Uh...I know you're Mr. Military and all...I mean what are your usual duties?" Are you married? Do you have a girlfriend? Will you be here when I come back?

 

[Keia]

The highways enroute to Albany
North Central New York
6:10pm Late Spring, 2003

"Sure," Simms said, "it's your itinerary." Simms reached into his pocket and removed the envelope containing Fallon's itinerary and tickets.

"Help yourself, just don't lose the tickets," he added with a smile.

Fallon opened the itinerary and read the following:

* departing Albany International Airport (Albany) 7:25 pm
* arriving JFK Airport (New York) 8:25 pm
* departing JFK Airport (New York) 9:15 pm
* arriving Colorado Springs Airport (thru Cincinnati) 11:55pm

As she glanced around from the back of the sedan, Rylee didn't notice anyone through the muddied windows. Simms smiled at her as she climbed out of the car and asked, "Do you want anything?" as he headed inside to pay the attendant. While he was inside, Rylee noticed Simms talking on a cell phone and looking out the window at the surroundings of the gas station.

OOC: Fallon

 

[Dark Nemesis]

The highways enroute to Albany
North Central New York
6:10pm Late Spring, 2003

Before getting out of the car, she examined the itinerary. None of the intended destinations meant anything to her, so, after a careful examination of the paper and the tickets, she tucked them into an inside pocked of her jacket.

"No thanks," she said to Simms' offer, as sheclimbed out of the car. While she waited for Simms, she wandered around the area of the gas station, stretching her legs and keeping certain that she was moving at all times, more out of force of habit than anything else. Even if there was no immediate danger, the pistol in the inner pocket of her jacket carried a weight to it that was reassuring.

While wandering, Simms talking on his cell phone drew particular interest. She is unusued to seeing people use such technology, and absently wondered if Simms would let her take a look at his cell phone, if she asked.

 

[Keia]

Cornell University - Off Campus Housing
Ithaca, New York
5:55pm Late Spring, 2003

"Yeah, Colorado Springs would be nice," Terrell replied as he made his way to the sedan, loaded down with bags and carriers. "I'd be just a skip away from my home in Cheyenne."

"What do I do usually?" Terrell repeated, "Well, I fly helicopters usually. Though, when I got he call to come help you, I was working recruitment in Syracuse for a few weeks between assignments. So you're a professor at Cornell, huh? That's quite an achievement."

Terrell opened the door for Lorelai and began the trip to Syracuse. He was driving at a rather good clip, hoping to make enough time to have Lorelai make her flight.

OOC: Nguyen

 

[kid A]

"We've got probably another 45 minutes to get where your headed. Or, we could drive to SJ AFB, probably nine to ten hours away. On the other hand, it's been a long day for me and I could some shut eye, and I'm sure you could use some sleep as well. It's all up to you, sir," Reed finished.

As Lt. Reed finished, Andreev thought about his options. He didn't really care for either choice. He was, of course, tired. It had been a long day, and he could use some sleep before he was jettisoned off to meet Lt. Donovan. And he couldn't deny, of course, that he was more than a little curious about what might happen once he and the the airwoman reached the apartment. But, if what she told him about the first letter recipient was true, then he realized that there might be danger waiting for them at the airport in the morning. He would very much like to see Lt. Reed again, under different circumstances, and would hate to put her in danger because of him.

On the other hand, a 9 to 10 hour drive during the night didn't exactly ring out to him as a desirable option either. He had worked long hours all week so far, and had been at work today since about 7:00am. Between Reed and himself, he was sure they could make the drive, and maybe both of them could catch some sleep, but he still wished there was another option.

After some consideration, he spoke up. "Lietuenant, as much as I would like to go back to the apartment for our drink, I am thinking it would be safer for us to continue our drive north to SJ AFB. Although I know it is your duty, I would very much like to avoid putting you in any danger because of me, and I am afraid that if what you say is true, there may be trouble waiting for us at the airport in the morning. Yes, I think it would be safer if we just drive through the night. Perhaps, then, when I return we can have our drink. When you are off duty."

Before she pulled back onto the road, he got out of the back seat and joined her in the front of the car. "Now, since we have a little time on our hands, you could tell me a little more about yourself. Oh, and do let me know if you will need me to drive for a few hours."

 

[Keia]

Crowded Entrance Ramp to Flight 267
JFK Airport, New York, New York
3:05pm, Late Spring 2003

After about thiry seconds, Montoya does spot some movement at the top of the boarding ramp: two army grunts in fatigues hustling down the ramp followed by a linebacker of an airman.

Behind him, Montoya heard a low whistle and a "You're in trouble now," from one of the stewardesses.


OOC: Durant, Montoya, Campbell

 

[Fanog]

Crowded Entrance Ramp to Flight 267
JFK Airport, New York, New York
3:05pm, Late Spring 2003

"So, you weren't really subtle, were you?", Leonard says to both men in front of him, not really accusing but just stating the fact.

"you say my life is in danger - from whom? That there is the Lieutenant who brought me here, along with - as it seems - airport security. They'd probably think that you are the only risk factor present. what's the deal here? I don't want to sound cliche, but... Start talking, and I suggest you do it fast. The lieutenant was a pretty good guy, and I can think he can persuade those men to let this slide, assuming he's convinced that you really aren't a threat."

Leonard calmly waits for the Lieutenant-Commander to reply, concinced that nothing all that bad could happen, the 'forces' being as equal as they were. A standoff means there's time to talk. As long as no one gets nervous, this'll all be smoothed out before long.

He takes a few steps so that he's at the side of the ramp and puts his back against it so he can see what's happening at both sides of him without fully twisting his head.

 

[Vardeman]

Crowded Entrance Ramp to Flight 267
JFK Airport, New York, New York
3:05pm, Late Spring 2003

After about thiry seconds, Montoya does spot some movement at the top of the boarding ramp: two army grunts in fatigues hustling down the ramp followed by a linebacker of an airman.

Behind him, Montoya heard a low whistle and a "You're in trouble now," from one of the stewardesses.

Montoya glanced over at Durant, waiting for an indication, but prepared to defend himself as appropriate. He stood in a relaxed but ready posture. No need for deadly force... yet... he thought to himself.

V

 

[KitanaVorr]

On the Way to Syracuse
Ithaca, New York
5:50pm Late Spring, 2003

Lorelai settled down in the seat, crossing her legs. Gazing out the window as the scenery whizzed by, she spoke a little hesitantly. "Well, I'm not actually a normal kind of person. I was seventeen when I completed my Ph.D thesis...my life's work is applying computer systems to theoretical physics...astrophysics in particular. My latest involves parallel worlds."

Nervous at being next to such a cute guy, she kept talking though acutely aware that the lieutenant probably didn't give a rat's ass about her theories. "I'm sure you've heard of the theory of parallel worlds? Well, there are currently four major theories on how that is the case...I mean we all know that there has to be parallel world. Every physics equation proves it emphatically..." she trailed off, unsure if she should just shut up and let Terrell drive before she bored him to death.

 

[Nuke261]

Crowded Entrance Ramp to Flight 267
JFK Airport, New York, New York
3:05pm, Late Spring 2003

"Listen Campbell," Durant was growing frustrated with the way the situation was falling apart. "We were recruited for this project about 3 hours ago, same as you. Someone tried to kill Sgt. Montoya here and the Major in charge decided to send myself and Montoya to safely bring back the other recruits. Your good buddy, the Lieutenant who is so quickly closing in on us, is now taking orders from me. So if you want to stay alive and maybe even be part of this project you chose to join, lets end this bulls***, get out of this damn hallway and go save the other people who don't know they are about to be assassinated."

With that, Durant turned his attention from Campbell and stepped out into the center of the walkway. He faced the approaching men with a trusting smile. Holding up his I.D. and identifying himself, "Lieutenant Commander Durant, United States Navy. I'm here on orders from Major Davis, Lieutenant."