FICTION

THE SCYROCIAN AFFAIR

Linda TX-21-B

Captain's Log: Stardate 5705.3... The Enterprise is now preparing to enter standard orbit about the fourth planet in the Scryo star system. Sensors indicate that the planet is inhabitated by highly advanced humanoid life forms. We are preparing to beam down a landing party to meet with the leaders of Scyros IV.

"Bones, Spock, to the transporter room. Mr. Scott, you have the con," Kirk said rising from the command chair.

"Aye, Captain. The transporter technicians are a'ready ta beam down the landing party to Mr. Spock's coordinates."

"Very good, Mr. Scott." Kirk replied.

The pneumatic door slid open and Captain James T. Kirk, First Officer Spock, and ship's surgeon Dr. Leonard McCoy entered the elevator.

"Transporter room," Kirk spoke to the automated control.

There was a dull whir as the elevator moved first vertically then horizontally. The pneumatic door slid open and the three officers of the Enterprise quickly stepped across the room and onto the transporter pads.

"Energize," Kirk commanded.

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