SPD: The Venasian Annex

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Once through the doors, they came to a security area.� Two security guards

flanked the doors, one monitored the traffic through the area, and two kept watch from an observation window above.� Their guide held out a security box. "I must ask that you relinquish your sidearms throughout your visit with us."

Commander Lasiter was not too happy about this, but it was Dais' decision to make.� He gave him a weary look to show his uneasiness.

Dais was not any fonder of the idea than Lasiter, but there was little choice in the matter.  If they were going to do their job, they were going to have to concede to turning over their weapons.  He handed his phaser to the Venasian security officer and nodded to Lasiter and Firehawk to follow suit.

Audra was very concerned about turning over her weapon.  Things were not going as they should.  Something just wasn't right about this situation.

"May we proceed with the security scan?� It ensures no explosives, weapons, or toxic chemicals are brought into the Annex."

Dais nodded.  He stepped forward to be the first to concede to the scan.

Once through, the guide led them to a Venasian tea room.

"Secretary V'nquera will be with you in a few minutes. Please make yourself comfortable. I will have refreshment brought to you."

"We greatly appreciate that, Madame Secretary.  It was nice of you to see us at such short notice.

Even as the woman left, her robes whispering softly behind her, another Venasian appeared- this time a man, with that same strange agelessness, bearing a tray.� On it was a jug of something that looked like lemonade and some glasses, as well as some Pacifican fruits and cheeses. "A popular Pacifican drink," he explained as he set the tray down, "It is made from one of their native citruses. I understand humans enjoy it."

�� Sam declined the fruit, but accepted some of the fruit drink.� He had had this one before, although from a replicator, and had enjoyed it.

Audra leaned forward to choose a piece of cheese and a glass of the fruit juice.  After a sip and a nibble she had to agree with the Secretary about the food.

"Madame Secretary, we are a small deligation that has been sent by the Federation to congratulate your new leadership and hopefully open renewed ties between our two governments."

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Jack and Lisa