IV [filtered to the fiertia | not unhackable | voice]

[toysandcards]

[sound of footsteps, a loud shriek and shuffling of paper]

There are only so many places that the intruders can use if they wish to reach the cargo bay. The engine room is one of them, but there are routes through the lower cabins and the kitchen. I would assume these men are aware of the layout of the ship and would follow the nearest possible

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voice;

[what_scruples]

What a nuisance.

[ Rin isn't too pleased about this development, obviously; that said, there's a surprisingly meaty thud that sounds suspiciously like someone's fist meeting someone else's solar plexus. ]

... Whoever these men are, they're certainly persistent.

The helm, you say? I believe I shall head in that direction, then.

It may be best if we can secure one of these intruders for questioning.

voice

[toysandcards]

Yes, that would be preferable.

voice

[what_scruples]

[ A mild grunt of effort. ]

... Do you have the leisure to keep watch on a bound and unconscious man?

voice

[toysandcards]

As long as he is bound securely. I do not wish to have to be held hostage by one of these men.

[onlyluminous]

Are you injured?

[toysandcards]

Nothing particularly serious. I am only slightly bruised.

You would be the ship's new doctor, am I correct?

Voice;

[onlyluminous]

In a manner of speaking, yes. If you wish an anaesthetic salve--

[A short silence, punctuated by the sound of hurried movement.]

--please let me know.

Voice

[toysandcards]

These wounds can be tended to later.

Your help may be needed elsewhere on board the ship. Thank you for your concern.