Deriving The Mission

*** The Shadow *** went into its quarters and sat down on the sofa. (It) smiled at the fact that this was going to be too easy. The opportunities for (it) to accomplish this mission were immeasurable. All (it) needed now was the go ahead from the admiral to start the mission. However for now (it) was under strict orders to lay low and gather as much information as (it) could. *** The Shadow *** figured that a slow painful death for Captain Devore wouldn't do (it) any good, for it wasn't (it) that really wanted to see him dead. However Beard made it clear a forceful hatred existed for him of Devore. *Yeah, but he isn't here to watch him die. So I will take care of it the best and efficient way.* *** The Shadow *** thought.

"Well I guess I had better send off a message to the admiral so that he knows I am ready and waiting for the order." *** The Shadow *** said under (its) breath.

*** The Shadow *** pulled out a small computer the size of a small PADD and punched a button. The covert computer pinged signaling it was ready. This little computer override all command controls in (its) room so that commands such as 'computer' would not be misinterpreted as the main Leviathan computer. "Computer. Encode message Zeta-Gamma 1 2 9. Person to person with officer 001 Command Authorization Officer 0012 Omega 113."

<Message encoded and secured.>

"Tap into the replicator and reroute all power paths through transporter rooms one, two, and three." *** The Shadow *** said as he connected a small power coupling to a junction next to the replicator.

<Power rerouted.>

The black screen came up with the Sect 31 logo. Finally Master Warrant Officer Sloan appeared on the screen, split with Admiral Beard. "Good evening." *** The Shadow *** said. "I believe that this message was for Officer 001?"

[ ***Shadow ***, you will be conferring with me as well." Mr. Sloan said. "We need to make sure that Section 31 protocol is observed.]

"Very well. Understood. "

[Good,] Beard said. [Okay listen... We have 40 seconds. You are to lay low. After the Leviathan is well into the Beta Quadrant, then you must contact us. Wait about 30 days. By then the activities on our end will be complete and you will be able to accomplish your mission.]

"Ha... I can accomplish my mission right now. There are ample opportunities for Captain Devore to die."

[30 days, *** Shadow ***. No earlier. Beard out!] Sloan remained on the screen

"Yes sir. What a jerk huh?"

[He isn't all that bad. Just do as he says and all will be good. Sloan out.]

"Computer end all power reroutes and secure comlink."

<Power returned to normal pathways.>

"Good. Now replicate a gin and tonic." *** The Shadow *** said. *This is going to be the easiest assignment I ever had.*