Ghost Signals, Episode 4: Part 1.1
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INT. COMMAND CENTER, ATHENA-5
The last shot that we had at the end of Episode 3- Dr. O'Ozahl in a surrender pose with AC Second Class Dez-Lei moving behind and latching the good Doctor in a pair of handcuffs that emerges from the iron cube she used at the end of Episode 3.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (command, to Raiven) If you try any insurrective activity while in my custody, I have full authority to ice you or end your life till--
RAIVEN (annoyed interjection, to AC Second Class Dez- Lei) Yes, yes. I'm aware of that... (V.O. thought bubble) Flarking Brownie arse-o!
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A close-up of Raiven's comm dropped in the middle of the soldier's palm with the screen up. You can see on the display a file in the "Voice Recorder" app that lasted 1 minuyat and 55 segundos below a green "Stop" button.
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INT. HALLWAY, ATHENA-5- Moments Later
Dez-Lei coming out of the front door to the command center, holding Raiven to her left and walking up the hallway. The door behind the closes within a matter of moments after a handful of steps.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (inquisitive) There was an accomplice with you in this crime- a CGAI by the designate "Steggy."
RAIVEN (corrective) Technically, the name the IT maker gave for her was Steogsjottir. But she got attached to Steggy, and honestly-
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (interjecting) Where is she?
RAIVEN (shrugs) Don't know. My best guess- probably back on Capitol. That was the last place I saw her before I got on the ship and took off.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI You're welcome to be humorous, Doctor. But we have proof the CGAI was onboard when you arrived at Border Beacon 7.
RAIVEN Well, if I may be bold... (pause, going into a bit of a cocky mood) Maybe your "proof" was a little off.
Dez-Lei flashes the good Doctor a suspicious glare. A second later, we see the AC Second Class raise her left hand to her ear, pressing on it to activate her own comm.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (to Aru) Ari, prep space in the Brig for our newest prisoner. And continue scanning the ship for this "Steggy."
ARU (from the speaker, to AC Second Class Dez- Lei) Yes, madam AC. Shall I get the Benoit out of the armory?
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (thinking pause into acceptance) Indeed. That should work well when the CGAI is discovered. Also, make sure the 'Porter has compensated for the- (glances at Raiven before resuming thought) -less musculatured prisoner I'm bringing onboard.
ARU Yes, AC. Would you desire as well a--KRZTT!
Following a few beats of static and sudden audio interruption on her earpiece, Aru goes silent. The AC Second Class stops walking at that moment, glancing up to her left with a look of concern on her face. All the while, you can see a sneaky half-grin come over Raiven's face, watching the whole thing go on.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (concerned) Ari? Ari, are you there? The connection's gone squirrely.
STEGGY (from the speakers, to AC Second Classd Dez- Lei) Oh, I'd say it's more than that!
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (surprised initially, then realizes who it is) ...Is this Steogsjottir I'm speaking with?
STEGGY (chuckles) On the schnozz, Brownie. And it's Steggy!
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INT. COCKPIT, DEZ-LEI'S SHIP
A shot of Steggy leaning against the side of the ship's radar, glancing up toward the ceiling with the wide smile one would find on a proudly cocky individual.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI (from the speakers) What the hells are you doing in my ship?!
STEGGY Nothing at present, chica. Though that can change depending on one's choices.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI If you've damaged Aru's programming in any way, I swear to the blessed Eye--!
STEGGY (interjecting, lingering around the area as she speaks) Your CGAI's perfectly kosher. I make it policy never to harm my non-fleshy budos. I'm trying the peaceful route since the other way's been bloody miserable for us.
AC SECOND CLASS DEZ-LEI How do I know you're being truthful?
At Dez-Lei's question, the CGAI Steggy turns to her left in the direction of the steering wheel.
STEGGY You're gunning for proof, Mz. AC Second Class? Okie doke... (as her hand graces the edge of the console) Ari, the floor's yours.