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>"The team consists of 6 members and I just want to offer them a chance to >stand down-we do this in the offering of peaceful negotiations. We will >accept any limitations you put on where they can go." >They could tell she wanted to say no. She was not happy with the idea, not >one bit. however, her answer was somewhat of a surprise. >"Granted. However, they may not bring any weapons or scanners of any kind. >My people have rejected the wholesale use of technology, and such items >would offend many in the populous. Please keep your parties no larger than >6, and send no more than three parties at a time. Shore leave privledges >will extend for 18 hours starting at the time of our meeting. Coordinates >for the diplomatic party to beam down will be sent shortly. Jalana out." "We'll see you shortly. Bedru out." Bedru closed the channel and turned to the rest of team, "We have access for you all to hit the planet. No weapons and no scanners as the Minister suggested, but at least you can get a look around. Keep to the time limits-18 hours. Any questions?" Bedru asked as she stood up. (response) Watson pulled himself to his feet, using his cane-he almost looked a little more stable on his feet. "20 minutes...I need to go get ready. Please excuse me." As he went to his quarters, he almost seemed to bounce on his feet. In his excitement he almost lost his bearing on the small step out of the room but caught himself on the door's edge and continued to his quarters. (response/reaction)