Session Start: Thu Nov 02 20:36:57 2000 * Logging #whosim to 'future3_20001102.txt' *** IrishTCat has joined #whosim Hmmmm You are here early .. Yuppers I was surfing the net so I figured I'd get the room ready. How are you, Rob? *** Jacie sets mode: +o IrishTCat I am doing Ok .. I got a raise .. Won some money on instant tickets .. Am surfing the web looking for chicks Good on the money. Always nice to have pre-Christmas. brb. I wanna go raid the chocolate supply I've come out ahead so far even though I keep trying to lose.. back Since I have started to keep track of it using Microsoft Money I've spent 9$ and won $20 Wish I could do the same. I always lose so I DON'T BOTHER ANYMORE. Hmm, trying to type one handed makes me leave the CAPS lock on. Sorry. Well its the whole attitude you have Jen .. If you go into it expecting to lose say 5 dollars a week then you usually win .. Hmmm, I'd rather invest my money in something that pays off. Usually, computer stuff to help with my work endeavors. I'd say I've spent close to 14 dollars this week on it .. I've won 35 So I'm 21 dollars ahead.. Cool. So are you back home in NC? *** Cody has joined #whosim No I'm at the job Hi Cody! *** Jacie sets mode: +o Cody Hi Jen Rob Tommorow I go home early so I can vote How ya doing tonight Cody? Hello Cody Ah, yeah the presidential election is Tuesday. little wrung out from Tuesday, I had an "incident" :( Didn't plan it but I guess our story tonight is timely. Absebtee ballot Incident? Got to be back before 5 .. a cardiac incident rapid pulse and fibulation Oooh, how are you doing now? I got that when someone almost ran into me Cody .. * IrishTCat gives Cody cat purr Ok, just kind of stayed tired Ah, I see. Are you up to playing tonight? Its 48 back home .. Ick Is there a bit part? Um, probably Keeper Mandril is more bit tonight. I can bite you if you want Cody :) Well, see what gets claimed, just not sure if I'm up to "thundering about" tonite :) It's an ambitious script, but I think just Peregrine, Maximillian and Parydian have big showy roles. I am not a Thunder Cat :) :) I was planning on subbing Peregrine again unless someone desires her. The T does not stand for Thunder Vance did :-) Ah, caught that did you? I thought it be neat to insu=inuate a "forbidden romance". A Forbidden ROmana ce ? *** Dr10 has joined #whosim Ok, now where be our illustrious timelord ? Ah, there he be. Hi Tuna! *plop* No telling how I'll typo tonite right hand still sore from IV * IrishTCat pounces on Maker Now all we need is David. Hi Tuna *** Jacie sets mode: +o Dr10 * IrishTCat wonders where his birthday present got to from the Tuna Ster Hello my friends, what a pleasure to "see" you this evening. Jen did you hear about the British breakthrough with arithitis ? Yup, I read about it. Only 20 test subjects tho. Tuna, are you any good at smuggling ? :) From what I understand to stop rheumatoid arthritis they have to first kill off your immune system and hope it comes back healthy. I was thinking about that this morning, my fair cat. That is a difficult question to answer without context. Probably not. brb. I'm just gonna give David a call. * IrishTCat smuggles in a mouse in his stomach English have a new arithis med but they wont even test it in the US for 5 years lol@Rob * IrishTCat sighs I have been spending too much at this computer brb online shopping or time? David's on the way. He is still adjusting to the new time. Time I never shop online I can never spend too much time on a computer. Call me a GeekAddict. ;) Heard on Leno that there's an online site for people addictted to the net :) I have even been keeping track of every cent I spent and make.. What does it say ":If you're reading this GET OFF NOW!" lol I've spent 60.17 on dining out I'd like a program that when you touch the keyboard or mouse the screen says "Don't touch me!" whoa 11.55 on drinks Rob's discovered MS Money, I see. *** ChanServ has quit IRC (hub.eskimo.com services.newnet.net) 9.00 on instant tickets :) lol Bot got kicked 6.41 on books Ah, well ChanServ won't be playing tonight. Hey Tuna, have you heard from Lisa lately? 2.37 on groceries 67.83 on gasoline Yes, I have. I invited her here tonite. She says Thursday may work out for her. I tried to be encouraging. Ah, cool! I'd love to have her back simming with us again. $67, that's about what I spend on tuna What is Lisa doing these days? Lisa is a college prof at Bates College in Maine. <<~~~~suffering from something and doesnt know what Oh cool. She's so impressive. How did the acting go? I need a girlfriend ! *** ChanServ has joined #whosim *** services.newnet.net sets mode: +o ChanServ *** ChanServ changes topic to 'NADrWho Sim: Shadows of the Future Pt 3 ~ Finale' wb Chan Hmm, ChanServ is back. nice bot any one heard from Ruth lately? I've spent every night at the office online this week .. Not since her mother-in-law got sick. :( I hope things are alright with her, but I understood family problems were keeping her away. sorry to hear that Several people at the company I work for relatives have died .. 2 is several isn't it ? 2 out of how many? Hmmm, well my niece is expected to be born Monday. I have no idea how many people work for Miller They do have three offices though The cycle of life. I am no good at cycles Take your place on the great mandala, as it moves through your brief moment of time. Give me a car or a Tardis anyday the great wheel Casstttting Kawl <==== Jacie & Peregrine <<--Irish T(I thought I saw a puddy)Cat *** AlxKeegan has joined #whosim *** ChanServ sets mode: +o AlxKeegan Dafid Hi <==== The Doctor <> <> <> I will do Max when he is in my scene. <> You are a goddess, Jenifer <=====Matrix Keeper Mandril *** Cody is now known as Mandril <======Parydion <> <> <> <> <> *** AlxKeegan is now known as Parydian # = Infirmary @ = Chancellor's Office # = ::: gleaming white and bright silver devices, Peregrine is on the medi-cot.::: # ::Jacie sits by Peregrine's bedside tinkering with her hand scanner while the Doctor paces:: #::Irish watches Maker walk back and forth much like the people watch a tennis match at Wimbleten:: @ :::Parydian is sitting at his desk, going over plans with Mandril::: # :: The Doctor paces back and forth in front of the medi-cot.::: @ Maximillian>::composes himself as he approaches the Chancellor's Office and hears hushed voices inside:: # ::Irish swishes his tail in tune to Makers back and forth movement:: @ :::Leans in:: I've contacted everyone they will be ready at your command @ Maxim>::opens door with a belated knock:: Oh, excuse me Chancellor. I didn't realize you had a scheduled meeting. @ Maxim>Problems with the Matrix, Keeper? @ ::Practically jumps at Maximillian's words:: # :: The Doctor quietly chants a William S. Burroughs poem called apocalypse, and alternates between smile and frown.::: @ Not at all, just going over a few security procedures with Mandril, here. @::flustered:: No... Not at all # :::loud mental voice that everyone in the vacinity can *hear* // Maker I wish you would stop pacing back and forth////Its making me feel tired /// @ Maxim>Ah, then you wouldn't mind if the Chancellor and I have a few words, Keeper? # :: The Doctor stops, bends down and pets Irish:: Good idea. Movement without a destination seems silly. @ Maxim>:;serious look:: I was hoping to discuss something sensitive with you, Chancellor. @ Of course, just a moment @Er...:looks at Parydian ::: No problem... I have maintanace to attend to anyway # Doctor, why are you so rattled? # ///Ah Yes young Kitten . You are beginning to obtain wisdom now/// @ ::to Mandril::: Your new security schedule sounds fine, I agree you should implement it at once. # :: The Doctor stands again and watches Peregrine.::: These bad kin are certainly devious, and playing a deadly game with the time scoop. @ Maxim>::nods politely to Keeper as he exits:: @::Looks again at Parydian, awaitng his instructions:::::: Yes Chancellor, Rest assured your orders will be carried out # :: The Doctor shakes his head:: Every time I get back to Gallifrey they seem to be the cause of the problem, not the solution. @::Bows slightly to Parydian and with a cautious look at Maximillain leaves the office:: @ :::smiles at the departing Keeper, then turns to Sigmas::: # Then why do we keep messing about in their affairs? *** ChanServ has quit IRC (hub.eskimo.com services.newnet.net) @ :::he takes on an imposing air::: @ What is it, Sigmas? # ::Irish talks:: Because Maker's Mate is still a sore point and I am enjoying the cream . # We brought Peregrine back. Why don't we just leave the timelords to their business and be gone, Doctor? # :;shrugs:: Sometimes I think Lora cared too much for your people, Doctor. No offense. # ::Irish looks innocent:: @ maxim>I regret to inform you there has been ...uh... an accident involving your daughter. # I did not just read your mind .. # I'm afraid I can't. Perhaps some are right, perhaps the attitudes can change, and really that use of the time scoop must stop. @ Maxim>The Temporal Survey Team was attacked on Mechanus. @ Tell me exactly what happened. # Stupid Noisy Dead Kin.. # :: The Doctor goes back to pacing:: It is a ruthless temporal butchery on a universal scale to use that dangerous device. @ maxim>I'm afraid the Daleks claimed many lives. Peregrine's companions were all lost. *** ChanServ has joined #whosim *** services.newnet.net sets mode: +o ChanServ *** ChanServ changes topic to 'NADrWho Sim: Shadows of the Future Pt 3 ~ Finale' @ Maxim>::watches Parydian closely for his reaction:: #Is it worse than drooling Dogs Maker? @ Maxim>Fortunately, the Doctor and his associates were in the area. @ Maxim>They managed to offer a timely rescue for your daughter. # :: The Doctor looks up::: Galliffrey lost Lora's guidance long ago, but the reality of Galliufrey is still here, and still dangerous. @ Where did they come from? What was my daughter doing on Mechanus? @ Maxim>with the appropriate *treatment* in my Infirmary she will recover, Chancellor. # Why dont we get those sneaky Kin to take care of all of this ? @ Maxim>Mechanus was a former Dalek stronghold. Were you not briefed to that effect? # :: The Doctor shakes his head::: That blasted time scoop knocks holes in the temporal conmtinuum, creating chronic instabilities. Fortunately, so far, the timelines have snapped back together. BUT, it doesn't have gto be that way. @ She had better recover, or someone will pay! # The ones that gave you a nice flea collar to wear Maker .. @ Maxim>I understand your concern, Chancellor, but I can assure you Peregrine is quite well in my care. @ she wasn't even supposed to be there! Tell me what she was doing there, Sigmas :::practically growls at the man::: # :: The Doctor looks into Peregrine's face:: One of the times the time scoop is used it will tear too big a hole and it will all fall apart, all of it. It violates every law of time. @ Maxim>::ears rock from the Chancellor's roar:: @ Maxim>Really, Chancellor Parydian, you should pay more attention to your Council notes. # We simply can't walk away from this. @ Maxim>The decision to send Peregrine, our best agent I might add, was made last week. @ :::suspiciously::: Just who was that made that suggestion? # ::Irish isnt taking any of this very seriously as he sprawls out on the medi bed:: @ Maxim>Perhaps you were simply too distracted by the Inquiry on poor Castellan Andros' accident to know of the Coucnil's last minute concern on Mechanus. *** ChanServ has quit IRC (hub.eskimo.com services.newnet.net) @ maxim>An experienced agent was needed to confirm there was no present activity. @ You suggested she be used, didn't you? ::::points his finger at Sigmas:::: @ Maxim>I thought, given her record, Peregrine would be the best timelord agent for the task. @ Maxim>Did you prefer I give her favored treatment from dangerous assignments, Chancellor? @Then I hold you responsible for her inguries. <> @ Maxim>I understand. ::sad grin:: It was most unfortunate and sudden a temporal accident. # These Timelords may botch the only thing they are supposed to control -- time. # ::Irish yawns loudly:: # I think I ate too much cream .. # How bad is this Time Scoop thing anyway? # That may be true of too many in this Citadel, Irish. @ :::glowers menacingly::: On the day my daughter dies, you will find yourself following in her footsteps. # The swirly thing is quite bad .. I can see it disrupting the normal fabric of energy quite clearly .. # What Maker might call the flow of Time .. @ Maxim>::shares long homicidal glare with Parydian:: *** ChanServ has joined #whosim *** services.newnet.net sets mode: +o ChanServ *** ChanServ changes topic to 'NADrWho Sim: Shadows of the Future Pt 3 ~ Finale' # Plus it mussed my fur too .. <> # Very, very bad. Totally, eternally bad, if you understand what I mean. # As I have said too many times, but it bears repeating, the universe hangs by a thread. # And this Time Scoop threatens the thread? # Really ? ::Irish looks interested at the mention of string he could play with :: # It doesn't have to be here at all. Too much brute temporal tomfoolery and the whole thing may unravel. @ Maxim>Chancellor ::placates:: I understand your paternal concern, but there is no reason to be alarmed. <> @ Maxim>Thanks to the Doctor, Peregrine is returned to us alive and soon well. # Now the time scoop just wanders about punching holes in the timelines, inserted potentially cascading contradictions and anomalies. The next rip may cause a great unraveling. @ Maxim>I expect she will recover at anytime and be able to help us understand what happened to her companions. @ Maxim>That should please you to hear. # So, we have to go to the High Council meeting, and do our best. # Maker , Can we go see this string after we testifie ? # ::Irish swishes his tail:: # :: The Doctor smiles:: It is all we see, Irish. It's a fairly broad string. # ::Irish has that innocent look he gets:: @ Maxim>Unless you have something to hide, that is. @ You just be sure you take care of her, Sigmas. @ Maxim>Of course. ::bows and turns to leave:: # ::Irish looks aound for the string in the room:: @ ::gives Sigmas a probing look::: @ Maxim>:;stops at threshold:: Oh, I will see you at the High Council meeting this afternoon, then Parydian? @ Maxim>I know the Councillors are most anxious to settle this inquiry surround Castellan Andros' death. @ I will be there. I'm looking forward to this meeting. # I still feel like we're the ones on strings, Doctor. # The Noisy Dead Voices tell me that they are about to ring the metal disk.. # :: The Doctor smiles::: But when my strings are pulled, I usually pull back. # ::the Citadel gong sounds:: # Hmph They are of some minor use it seems .. # ::Irish examines Roaming Girl closely:: # :: The Doctor looks up:: Well, that doesn't mean dinner is served, but it would be impolite to suggest what might be served up at the meeting that chime announces. # ::activates hand scanner and gets an irritating beep:: Ah, finally! # You don't have any strings .. # ::figures start to scroll across the hand scanner:: Now how do I translate this thing. ::scratches head:: # Lets go Maker .. We have to trestifry .. @ :::Parydian gets ready for the Council meeting, then makes his way to the High Council Chambers:: $ = The High Council Chamber, a very swank place. $ ::Irish is sitting on a chair looking at all of the robes and such:: $ :: The Doctor walks into the High Council Chamber, trying to loosen his collar on his Prydonian robes.::: # ::continues fiddling with the hand scanner as Peregrine's eyes flutter:: $// Hello Maker. It took you quite a while to change/// $ :::Parydian sits amongst the members of the High Council::: # Hmm, looks like a mix between hieryglyphics and gibberish. # And timelords are supposed to be the most literate species in the Universe? $ :: The Doctor shakes his head::: Not all of us have your eternal costume, thou ball of emeral fluff! $ ::Irish is once again wearing his stolen graduation medal around his neck:: $ ///Look at my graduation Medal . Its very shiny./// $::Irish assumes his most innocent look:: $ Max> :::Rises and clears his throat::: Hear ye, hear ye, hear ye. # ::squints at LCD:: Fre...frequent... no O frequency and what emissions? ::says aloud to self:: # ::Peregrine's blue eyes open suddenly and clearly:: $ Max> The High Council of the Timelords of Gallifrey meets to determine its will, in the tradition of Rassilon. All attend to these proceedings. # Peregrine>Arctron energy level 5.1127 $Max> This proceeding to investigate the unfortunate passing of ou dear Andros begins. # ::jumps:: Oh, you're awake. I got your hand scanner working. # Peregrine>::turns sad eyes to Jacie:: Where is Van... Technician Vance? # ::hesitates:: $ //Maker. I wonder if anyone will get blown up or poisoned Thats what usually happens when we attend these things/// $ May I ask why this renegade :::nods in the Doctor's direction::: is attending this meeting? # Peregrine>Dead?... Is he-- # Yes, I'm afraid so. $Max> :::Turns to the Council seated at one end of the ornate chamber:: I call for two witnesses in these events. $ We are witnesses .. # ::rushes:: The daleks attacked you on Mechanus. We tried to-- # Peregrine>Attacking is for war. We were AMBUSHED. $ :::arches an eyebrow and gives a "hurumph", then settles back into his chair::: $ Max> The Doctor may have a colorful record, but he has served more than most, and he is a prime witness. # Daleks are known for their blackhearted trickery. # Daleks are known for their blackhearted trickery. $ ::Irish twitches his whiskers:: I am a prime witness too .. # Peregrine>::shakes head:: Not daleks. This was coldblooded temporal murder. # Peregrine>::swallows hard:: I should have realized after his last regeneration. $ ::Irish looks around for a book to put his paw on to swear to tell the truth , the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help you if you lie because you get turned into a dog :: # Realize what? ::says tentatively:: # Do you know who would have used a Time Scoop, Peregrine? $ Max> I ask that the Matrix mind enhancer be used to provide a composite display we can all observe. # ::Peregrine's brilliant new blue eyes flare at Jacie:: # :::Scurries in,, smiling to see Peregrine awake, in scrapping tone:: Excellent! Excellent, your father will be most pleased. My but your new regeneration is just as charming as your last ::Beckons ::: Come now, the High Council is in session. $ ::Irish wonders who the mind enhancer is for :: $ ::the high council signals its agreement to its use::: $ ::Irish jumps down off his chair and runs over to where the enchancer is and jumps on top of it:: $Max> Mr. Irish, we know you are telepathic and shape shifting, and we suspect you may be more, but perhaps you can share your memories with our display here. # ::to Keeper:: Oh come on, she just woke up from a coma. Don't you timelords have any sense of concern for others? # An outsider's opion is of no portent here. While "I" am The Keeper Of The Matrix and am acting on behalf of The High Council! $ No problem .. ::Irish hums as he touches the enhancer:: I have to adjust the picture because you cant see the energy patterns .. $ :::The enhancer begins to project on the huge 3D display on the far wall::: # I don't care if you come on behalf of the Guardian, Peregrine needs rest not to be part of your political debates. $ :: The Doctor turns his head to watch the display.:: $ ::A 3 D image of the hallway appears as Irish hums loudly:: #::Loooks at Peregrine:: Besides things go poorly for your father. Thanks to ..to this ::looks like he just drunk sour milk:: Gypsy's friens # ::Peregrine flings covers off her and sits up on medibed:: <^d^> $ The events play out as they did before :: # ::furls mouth on a bitter retort:: # ::Reaches to assist Peregrine:: # Peregrine>I must go then, before father... before it is too late. # Yes my Lady, just lean on me $ :: The Council shakes their head as they watch Parydan stomp on the ashes::: # This is foolish. ::complains as she grabs Peregrine's other arm and steadies her from nearly falling:: # Peregrine>We must hurry. ::grips hand scanner tightly in her hand:: #::Togehter they help Peregrine to the leave the med room:: # Peregrine>::murmurs:: For the good of Gallifrey. $ ::No one notices the green glow surrounding Irish and the equipment:: $ :::As the 3D video finishes, Maximillian rises and spreads his arms::: Very imprfessibe display from this witness, but what wonders will the next witness provide. $ :::Parydian winces at the images::: $ ::Irish jumps down and returns to his chair:: $ ::High Councillors murmur and wince at the callousness of the murder:: $ I thought you said they were both prime witnesses? The Doctor was in the Matrix at the time, he couldn't possibly have witnessed these events. $ Max> :::Smiles::: Yes, a good point. UNLESS one considers that the Doctor might have seen something else! $ ::Irish remembers Maker warning him not to mention He hears Dead Kin because it would upset the other Kin very much :: $ ::High Councillors murmur:: Another use of the time scoop? $ ::gasps and glares turn to Parydian:: $ Max> :::His robes swirling, he turns and addresses the High Council::: Very perceptive, my Lords. Yes, so very true. The Doctor has indeed seen more. $ ::Parydian begins to get a sick feeling in the pit of his stomach::: $ :: The Doctor stands and moves forward::: *** ChanServ has quit IRC (hub.eskimo.com services.newnet.net) <<>> $ ::the matrix mind enhancer focuses on the Doctor:: $ :::viewpoint appears to sink into the Doctor's brain, then change to an outdoor image::: $ :: The Doctor steps forward and recalls the scene on Mechanus where he witnessed the Time Scoop opening a vortex to bring an invading dalek war party into their future to ambush the timelord survey party.::: *** ChanServ has joined #whosim *** services.newnet.net sets mode: +o ChanServ *** ChanServ changes topic to 'NADrWho Sim: Shadows of the Future Pt 3 ~ Finale' $ ::on the video, Agent Peregrine calls out to her companion and chief aide Technician Vance:: $ ::dalek voices clamor and roar amidst deadly bolts of energy:: <> $ ::Agent Peregrine is blasted and screams as she plummets into the waterfall:: $ Max> :::His voice rises above the display:: His own daughter! $ $ ::High Councillors shudder with the violent scene:: $ ::a councillor murmurs:: And Technician Vance? $ :::Jacie and Mandril enter half carrying Peregrine::::: $ ::Irish sits calmly occasionally playing with the medal around his neck:: $ ::another murmurs back:: Vance was in the temporal tracing unit, wasn't he? $ :: The Doctor bows his head:: $ ::a third replies:: His name is on the first findings report. $ ::all timelord eyes turn accusing glares at Chancellor Parydian:: $ :: The Doctor rises and returns to his seat.::: $ ::::Parydian watches in horror as his daughter nearly dies::: $ Max> :::moves back to his seat:: I believe the conclusions are obvious. $ ::Councillor:: Well, Chancellor what have you to say for yourself? $ :::shakily, Parydian stands up to address the Council::: $ :: The Doctor takes his seat off to the side. :: $ Members of the High Council...even I can see where this presentation is leading. $ Our esteemed Dr. Sigmas has painted a convincing picture, has he not? $ ::COuncillor:: It is very compelling evidence, Chancellor. $ ::another Councillor adds:: The mind enhancer can not lie. $ ::Irish goes hmmmm at that statement:: $ We have heard such statements before. $ ::Councillor:: Do you deny them then? $ As much as it galls me to bring up, the Doctor himself was the victim of doctored Matrix testimony. $ ::another Councillor: Then you doubt the veracity of the Doctor's testimony? <> $I doubt not his testimony. Instead, I protest the way is being used. <> $ I am not some stereotypical Pyrdonian villain! $ On first viewing, the presentation is indeed compelling. $ It is, however, circumstantial in the extreme! $ :: The Doctor listens carefully.:: $ ::Councillor:: Indeed, the Time Scoop has been used, Chancellor! $ C > Yes Especially when you started jumping up and down on Andros's ashes with glee.. $ ::Parydian rounds on the Councilor::: $ But we know not by whom it has been used! $ It is true that Andros and I held no love for each other. $ ::Councillor:: Only a timelord could use the Time Scoop. A powerful timelord with enemies, Chancellor. $::Irish starts to speak up but changes his mind:: $ I may have induldged in a childish burst of glee at the unexpected removal of an old foe. $ ::another Councillor adds:: See, he admits Castellan Andros was his enemy. $ That description would seem to fit me as well and Andros, Councilor. $ C> Andros is dead and the time scoop has been used after his demise so that eliminates him as a suspect. $ Only a lunatic would endanger himself when taking out one of his enemies. $ ::Councillor:: A lunatic or a political fanatic. $C>Or someone wearing a protective shield. $ Are you trying to say I built up this clever plot then foolishly risked my own neck? $ ::High Council murmurs accusingly:: $ Andros and I both have enemies...who is to say it is not one of them? $ :: The Doctor nods his head, he understands it all now.::: $ Maxim>::watches the proceedings with a silent, stoic expression. Only his dark eyes glitter with reaction:: $ C> Doctor . Your feline companion mentioned something about seeing energy patterns. Perhaps he could tell us if Parydian was wearing a shield. $ I may cling to the old ways. I would never risk my daughters life to elimanate a potential witness! $ ::Jacie and Mandril enter half carrying Peregrine::: $ Peregrine>::half stumbles into the room, still clutching the hand scanner:: <> $ :: The Doctor gestures to Irish:: My friend can speak for himself, oif he wishes to. $ Maxim>::exchanges a subtle momentary glance with Peregrine:: $ :::Parydian watches his daughter enter, worried about her condition:::: $ ::Irish whispers to Maker:: The swirly thing obscured the other energy patterns Maker . $::Nods at Parydian and brushes forefinger along side of nose::: $ Peregrine>::avoids eye contact with her father, but summons strength to stand before her peers:: $ ::gives a little sigh of relief:: $ ::whispers:: I still think this is stupid. Peregrine should be still in bed. $ Perhaps my daughter's testimony will prove of benefit to the Council? $C>Perhaps .. $ ::Peregrine shrugs off her support and submits to the mind enhancer:: It is my duty and my honor, fellow timelords. $ :: The Doctor whispers to Jacie::: Stay here at my side, who knows what sickbed testimony will cause, but it won't be pretty. $ ::Irish looks alarmed:: Maker . You should grab Roaming Girl .. $ ::on the matrix screen the Dalek ambush replays in Peregrine's point of view atop the waterfall:: $ ::Irish looks out into space seeing things that no one else can:: $ ::cringes at the cacophony of Dalek voices and returns to Doctor's side:: $:::Parydian watches, sick that his daughter was endangered and relieved that she is safe::: $ ::confides:: I hate Dalek voices more every time I hear them. $ Yummy . ::Irish finally notices the Daleks:: $ ::tear slips from her crystal blue eyes as Vance calls out to her:: $ ::on the video, Technician Vance is iradiated in the chest and disolves before her eyes:: <> $ ::Peregrine's view drops from Vance down to the hand scanner in her hand:: $ ::the readings are clearly visible:: $ ::clutches hand scanner in COuncil Chamber and reads along with display:: <> $ Arctron energy in Omega frequency Delta95... accessed by timelord sequence AA.... 7 $ ::the matrix mind enhancer freezes on the readings:: <> $ The readings were unmistakeable, Councillors. Only one person on Gallifrey uses that access code. $ ::::Parydian looks at the view in horror:::: $ :: The Doctor nods:: $ ::turns accusing eyes:: It is the Chancellor's Code... our traitor is... my father. $ That's...impossible... $ :::Looks bewildered::: $ :::looks at his daughter::: $ Not you... <> $ You betrayed us... for the good of Gallifrey. <> $ ::Council murmurs wildly:: $ :::turns to Maxillian::: *** SpaceProg has joined #whosim $ You did this...you blackhearted rogue!! $ Maxim>::steps forward and eyes his rival candidate:: <> <> <> $ Maxim>::serious frown:: I believe we have heard enough, Councillors. $ You turned my daughter against me...fed her this pack of lies for her to regurgitate! $ YOu were behind it all!!! $ Like a furball ? $ Maxim>We should not put Lady Peregrine thru more distress. $ Max> :::Smiles at his victory.::: <> $ ::turns back to the High Council::: $ You can't seriously believe this?! <> $ ::High Council in unison turn condescending glares on the Chancellor:: <> $ You weak minded fools! You've played right into his hands! $ ::COuncillor:: I think Dr. Sigmas is correct. Chancellor Parydian you have not endangered Gallifrey and your daughter, you have disgraced us all. $ Why is the Kin shouting Maker ? $ Max> :::Signals for the Citadel guards to be ready::: $ You poor benighted fools $ This isn't the last you'll hear of me, you cowards! $ ::Peregrine turns away from her father's menacing glares, shame and disappointment fills her:: $ I'll be back and I'll have my revenge on your cowardice!! $ :::turns back to Maximillian::: *** Jacie sets mode: +o SpaceProg $ You'll get yours, you sick, twisted piece of garbage! $ Max> Perhaps the suddenly accused should be taken for assessment and evaluation? $ Peregrine>Father! $ May Andros' spirit make your life a living hell until I come back for my revenge! $ Peregrine>Please, enough. Just go. ::tears slip from her crystal blue eyes: $ :::Absently pats Peregrine's hand, muttering:: Now... now, my Lady $ ::to his daughter::: If you truly believe this pack of lies... $ Then my daughter died on Mechanus. $ ::Irish springs onto Maker and then goes to sleep:: $ ::whispers:: One thing I'll say for your people, Doctor... their meetings are always full of fireworks. $ ::Turns to the Doctor::: $ They'll be after you next, Doctor!!! $ :: The Doctor shakes his head negatively::: You will have to get in line, Parydian, and by the time I get to you I will be in fine form. $ :::growls and struggles to keep eye contact with the Doctor as the guards drag him from the chambers:::: $ Peregrine>::collapses from the stress:: $ Watch your back, Doctor, don't trust any of them or you'll be doomed!!! $ ::jumps up and helps Mandril support Peregrine:: <> $ I told you she shouldn't have left the medibed yet. <<::looks offended::>> <>> $ ::Helps ease Peregrine onto a seat and clucks over her:: <>> $ ::Peregrine mutters:: He betrayed us all. His last regeneration turned him into a fanatic. Gallifrey deserves better. # = Time capsule embarkation area, where the TARDIS is. <> $ ::the High COuncil mutters and nods at the proceedings:: # :: The Doctor walks to the TARDIS and inspects its exterior.::: # ::some time later, the Doctor's crew are escorted back to their time capsule:: # Bye Bye .. Don't call us .. And we won't call you .. # Are you sure you're alright Lady... I mean Chancellor Peregrine? <> # Peregrine>::nods:: I was in good hands in the Infirmary. Besides there is no time for weakness. # Maxim> :::Claps the Doctor on the back::: You need to get that chameleon circuit fixed, Doctor. <> # Peregrine>We have much work to do now that the presidential election is settled. <<>> # Well, My Lord President, if I did I might not be able to find it again, this way it is very easy to find. # I'm sorry about your father. Regeneration madness was the diagnosis? <<((Temporal Operations is a much more secretive organization )) >> # Max> Yes, there is much more to be done here. To change the direction of our society. # You are going to elect me ? <>> # I would make an excellent benovolent dictator.. # Peregrine>::nods:: Gallifrey will prosper as well as the Universe now that we are not subject to Parydian's insane tyranny. <"...sharper than a serpant's tooth..." Pere :) > # Max> Well, Doctor, perhaps you have been a lesson for us all after all these years. You have been involved, you have tried to make a difference. Perhaps now it is time for Gallifrey to try and do the same? # Peregrine>::nods:: It is time for Gallifrey to change. # Just don't bother us when you screw it all up. We are on vacation .. <> # ::furrows brows:: What does that mean? Change how? #Max> It is not the way of Rassilon by some interpretation, but maybe it is time to serve the universe. These ideas you have, Doctor, were so unpopular in the ancient days, how did you come by them? # ::Irish scratches at the Tardis door:: Let me in Voice .. <> <> <> <> # :: The Doctor sighs quietly:: Well, Maximillian, I learned them all from a person I met, a very wonderful person, so long ago. *** Parydian is now known as AlxKeegan <> # :: The Doctor goes into the TARDIS:: Perhaps that is a lesson, we may come and go, but ideas, certain ideas, may have much more enduring power than any of us. <> <> <> *** Mandril is now known as Cody <> *** AlxKeegan has quit IRC (Quit: Leaving) # You know what they say about revolutionary ideas, Doctor. ::warns as she follows him into the TARDIS:: <> <> <> # ::the TARDIS doors close and the blue box fades with a temporal wheeze:: <> # Peregrine>Marie Antoinette? ::asks the new president:: <> <> # Maxim>Don't worry Chancellor, she lost her head because she didn't believe in the revolution, unlike you. # Maxim>::smiles coldly, resolutely and with devious enthusiasm for the New Gallifrey:: <> <> <> Bravismo! Auther! Auther! Bravo gang! groovy <> Excellent job gang! We heard you the first time, Kitty.. :::pets the cat::: Excellent. Good plot development. Who knows how many problems an interventionist Gallifrey can get into. We elected a new president just in time for our little American elections. Super Trav, to the rescue.. ;-) Echo Specter Yep, Bush DUI announced tonight. Well, gotta go. WIth her hippy friend Alan as her sidekick. Love all. All kinds, Tuna, all kinds. Night Tuna! well.. not exactly hippy.. hood more like. Night Tuna Nite Tuna *** Dr10 has quit IRC (Quit: Dr10) Night Tuna, whiting, Mackerel.. whatever. Session Close: Thu Nov 02 23:37:05 2000