Posted by Ensign Jasper Ericson (Engineer) in A trip home for Jasper

Posted by Ensign Jasper Ericson (Engineer) in A trip home for Jasper

Posted by Ensign Jasper Ericson (Engineer) in A trip home for Jasper (Open to others if they wish a different change of locals.)
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Jasper finished off taking the doctor back to her stateroom on the Merrimack before heading for some rest and relaxation. Jasper checked to see if the RR was still on. And he was confirmed that it was on. As he signed out of the ship once again as he was moving to the transporter pad. Please beam me to my home in West Virginia. As he gave the officer his coordinates for his beam down which should beam him down by the mailbox on the mail drive to his parents home. As the officer typed in the coordinates. “Excuse me, sir? Are you aware that it’s raining in that location? ” The transporter chief told Jasper. “I was not aware but thank you for letting me know I will grab an umbrella. ” Jasper said with a smile as he pulled one out of his locker. Jasper stood on the transporter pad and turned and faced the officer. “Beam me down when you are ready.” Jasper stated calmly as he waited for the chief to be ready.

Jasper straightened his uniform as the transporter chief finished what he was doing. “Energizing !” the engineer finally spoke as the system hummed to life as it got louder he has beamed away to his ancient family home. As he materialized he started to feel the rain beginning to start and a clap of thunder and lighting was seen in the nearby distance as the thunder vibrated through the mountains. Jasper quickly popped up his umbrella. As he started his walk towards a series of mailboxes as he checked the mail in his mailbox before heading down the driveway to the house. As the wind picked up he could smell someone cooking somewhere off in the distance. As it made his tummy rumble.

He continued to walk as he made his way down the long drive towards the house. As the rain steadily got worse and the wind began to howl hard. Jasper had not seen it like that in a long time Jasper fears its might be tornado weather. Which should not be possible due to the new weather control satellites were installed a while ago. unless there malfunctioning. Jasper looked for a deep ravine and a place to take cover until the storm let up. As Hail and lightning started to get wilder. Lighting had charged the atmosphere strong enough to make his hair stand on end.

As he found a place to hide under a bridge as he held onto the iron beams as he pressed his head into the iron beam to shield his eyes from the debris. As he wrapped his arms and legs around the beam for dear life. As the loud familiar sound of a tornado was now barring down on him. The wind howled and lighting stuck the bridge above him which caused a jolt of lighting through the beams and to the ground as the water in the creek sizzled loudly as he fought to keep awake and keep his grasp of the beam As he fell unconscious. As he slumped off the beam and fell towards the now quiet water. as he fell in feet first as he was out cold. Luckily it was not to deep at present a few inches but it was known from the past was known to flooding.

As the water slowly rose and the swiftness of water was trying to take the man away with it. Jasper woke up just enough and moved himself to safety as he passed out yet again. As the storm subsided and cleared as he Jasper woke up again soaking wet and muddy. and charred parts of his uniform and hair. As he started to take in his barrings again. “What in the world happened??” as he took note of his appearance. he grabbed his communicator and noted it was totally destroyed from the storm. As he climbed out of the ravine and continued home again. it seemed to be harder and harder to walk as he got to the yard he could hear others talking and conversing at the dinner table. As he made it to the door and tapped the doorbell.

He quickly grabbed the seat next to the door and fell into it as he felt the energy leave him as he fell unconscious. A man came to the door did not see anyone at first the looked towards the chair. “Cousin Jasper?? ” He said softly at first… “Jasper!! Oh! God!! Call for a Doctor quick. The man stated quickly as he quickly picked up Jasper like he was nothing and moved him from the chair to the main guest room on the main floor as he got Jasper in the room quickly got him undressed out of the nasty clothing and into something more comfortable. As others fetched warm water and rags to help clean him of the mud and muck before placing him into the bed. By the time the doctor arrived Jasper was cleaned up the best they could for now and the doctor checked over Jasper. “mmm” the doctor said calmly to himself as he got the scans and checked them. “He was lucky to be alive. What energy he had was from the lighting and what his body stored got him this far if you did not call me when you did he would more than likely died. The doctor gave him some meds to help him and to keep him stable for now.

“I should send him back to Starfleet with these injuries but I can’t guarantee if he would make it in one peace. So I will inform them of the Accident so that they can send there doctors and teams to help him in the crisis. The first 24 hours are critical. Be prepared for at least a team of three to arrive. May I use your Computer terminal.” the doctor asked. ” Of course this way doctor.” The woman replied quickly as she showed him where the terminal was located. “There you go, Doctor.” She said with a kind smile as she left him to make his call.

“Computer Open a channel to Star Fleet Head Quarters Medical division. Urgent Priority.” the computer beeped in compliance before it spoke “Working” as the call went out. Moments later a UFP symbol and Star fleet Symbol popped on screen. Moments later a female officer answered. “Nurse Rachet here How can I help?” the nurse said in a kind voice. “I am Doctor Stone out of Indore WV. I have one of your officers in my care at the moment. And he is in Critical condition. was struck by multiple lightning strikes. I need a team to come to care for him. He needs your state of the art care. Here are the readings I got from my tricorder. I know my machine is limited but its the best I have at the moment. ” As he placed the plastic looking card into the reader and tapped a few keys as the computer started making noises as it sent the data.

“Data received doctor!” Nurse rachet said calmly to him. “Stand by for emergency teams we have locked on your location and scanned for a safe area for beaming.” The nurse informed. “If that will be all. Beaming will commence shortly.” As the screen showed the Ufp symbol again by itself as the channel closed and a moment later the screen went dark.

Moments later familiar hum of a transporter beam was heard as the light started to fill the room. moments later the light subsided. The team was standing in front of him. “Follow me, Ladies and gentlemen. I am Dr. stone our patient is this way.” As he walked out of the Study and moved down the corridor to the Guest room again he is over there. I will leave Jasper in your hands.” as the doctor left. “Thank you, doctor!” Said the new doctor from Starfleet. As he moved over and started scanning the patient again with better equipment.

Jaspers vitals were very week but holding at the moment. As he finished off his scans and started iv solutions of fluids. As he set up monitors and other equipment for the care of Jasper. While the nurse and aides help finish off the medical needs. one aide, the nurse, and the doctor would stay to keep an eye on the officer as the Doctor used his communicator to send a message to Jaspers ship informing the captain what had happened. The doctor dealt with any outside appearing damage and repaired them with easy, The hair will have to wait more like needing a hair cut to fix the damage from the lighting created.

The doctor stayed in the rocking chair in the corner doing some side work as Jasper slept. As the aid and the nurse took time off and slept till it was there turn to keep an eye on the man. The staff took turns in keeping an eye on Jasper while he was placed in a medical coma for the time being so that Jaspers body had time to heal and recoup from the ordeal. As Morning came to the farm you heard the rooster crow the night away. As food got started cooking while other odd chores were done quickly in preparation for the others to eat soon.

The fresh smell of biscuits cooking in the oven while other items were being made from pancakes and waffles and french toast. Fresh maple syrup was placed on the table along with freshly churned butter and freshly made preserves from the storeroom started to fill the massive dining table. even with the extra guests, there was plenty of room to eat and relax. The house was a massive Victorian Mansion that was built by Jaspers great great great great grandfather centries ago roughly 1840’s Amazingly the house looks like it did when it was first built.

All the original details were still there and chrisp. All the gas lighting and fireplaces still in working condition. The was one laptop in the study for communications and correspondence with family and friends. Only odd conveniences were added was a small 3 bedroom cottage with more modern conveniences with computers and replicators and power generators and solar and wind-powered backup systems for the farm. The doctor woke up casually and started scanning Jasper to see what his progress was as Jasper started to come too. “That’s not possible you should be out still??” As he did more scans now. “I am fine doctor…Relax?’ Jasper said calmly to the doctor as he was about to object to him being awake. As he sat up in bed a bit. “But??But??” The doctor said as he regained his voice. “I promise I won’t get out of bed. Doctor. ” As Jasper tried to calm his fears and stopped after getting more comfortable.

As the others started to here Jaspers voice and the doc trying to argue with the man to no eval. As they all started to pile into the room. As they all got into line to hug and kiss him. Being glad that he was ok even though his hair looked like he put his finger into a massive light socket. as some of the younger kids giggled at him but gave them there respects and smiled. Jasper knew it not meant to be in meanness. All he could do was smile and laugh at himself in turn as he saw himself in the antique mirror on the nearby dresser. “I am glad to be home and the food smells amazing.” Jasper said politely as the others returned to the dining room to take a seat for the meal. Jasper was about to et up to eat. then the doctor stepped in the way preventing him to stand. Jasper let out a hard sigh. “Very well Doctor I will stay and eat here.” As he Heard everyone get comfortable. As Dad start to say grace to the meal.

“Dear God! Thank You for this bountiful meal and the safe return home of Jasper from the Academy and his first assignment. And the return of all that are part of the family. And thank you for the Medical teams and staff from Starfleet if it weren’t for there quick decisions and actions in helping keep Jasper here. And thank you God for you to keep and hold Jasper in your arms in the uncertain times. And restoring his health and life to him. With all our blessings forever in Jesus name and the name of our holy father and the holy spirit. Thank you and Amen. “AMEN!!” was heard from all and a delayed one from Jasper so that he was heard from the other room. He had to admit Jasper had not heard his father say such a strong prayer in a great while. “thank you god!” he said calmly and softly as the doctor heard Jaspers comment.

His mother made up a plate for Jasper and placed it on a bed tray and brought the food into him. The food was piled high. A small vase with a small daisy. A tall glass or Oj and A tall glass of milk. Along with an assortment of food was seen as she placed the tray in front of him. Jasper grabbed a napkin and placed it over him to keep the mess to a minimum. Jaspers mom gave him a quick kiss as she left back then looked at the doctor. “there is plenty of room at the table for you doctor?” Jaspers mother said calmly to the doc. As she waited for an answer. “I will get a plate and eat here.” The doctor responded as he stood and stretched with a yawn as he followed Jaspers mother to the dining area as he started to fill his plate. And moments later he returned and ate. As he watched Jasper from time to time quietly. The doctor still could not explain the lack of coma he set up or how Jasper got out of it. Jasper started eating as he normally. Jasper then could hear the clanking of the dishes from the dining room now and some minor chatter as they all ate.

Jasper looked up from time to time from his plate. Checking on the doctor briefly as he continued to eat. The doctor and Japser took turns checking on one another before long they both lookedup at the same time. “hows your food Doctor?” Jasper asked in between bites and taking a sip of oj. “Excellent!!” The doctor said with a mm slipping from his lips. “Good!” Jasper commented casually. “mom came from a long line of great cooks. Along with most of the family have learned from her.” Jasper said with a small smile as he continued to finish off his plate. “I can tell its much better than a replicator or any other cooking he had in a great while.” The doctor replied. as Mom came back in to check on them. “Well looks like your both eating well. There’s plenty more in the dining room. Your more than welcome to have more.” mom said with a bright smile. And a slight blush from the docs comments earlier. It was nice to hear that her cooking was still the best.

Jasper just finished his plate. As his mother came and got the plate and other dishes from Jasper. “thanks mom it was great.” Jasper said politely to her. The doc finished moments later as she collected his plate as well then took them to the kitchen to clean them up and put them away. “thank you ma’am.” the doc responded quickly as he stood up again and moved o do updated scans. “You have an amazing healing rate Ensign. I might need to study this more in detail sometime.” the doctor commented as he turned off the odd equipment that was not needed any longer. “Anytime Doc! Just let me know when?” Jasper said with a smile.

“Maybe before you return to duty on your ship let me get another once over again before officially returning to your ship.” The doc said with a smile. “Of course Doctor!” Jasper said quickly. “Here is my card so you can reach me when you return to San Francisco to the academy or star fleet command. I am at there local Star fleet medical complex their. I am easy to find. As Jasper looked over the card. it read. “Doctor Ensign Casper Perry Showed his net address and call number.” Moments later the nurse and another medical assistant came in to gather all there gear together. “I was just going to call you.” the doctor said with a smile.

About ten minutes later all the gear was packed tightly together. “all the gear is ready doctor.” came from the nurse. “Very good Nurse! Be ready to transport back to Starfleet Medical.” The doctor ordered. As the got close together. as the Doctor opened his communicator. =/\=”Starfleet medical this Is Doctor Perry ready for return transport from a medical call.” =/\=The doctor finished. As he waited for the reply. =/\= “Star Fleet Medical to Dr. Perry standby for transport.” =/\=the officer said through the communicator. =/\=”Beaming now.” =/\= the officer finally said. as the room lit up with the transporter beams and beamed the team away to nothingness.

Moments later everyone came in to check on Jasper. “All is good they headed home.” Jasper commented quickly. As they all sighed a sigh of relief. as they turned away and head back to clear the table and finish off the kitchen chores and other chores outside as some headed to the barns and fields to feed and water the animals. As Jasper stood up out of bed. As he wabbled a bit at first as his legs took the weight of him standing now. As he moved closer to the dresser and looked at the mess of hair in the mirror. It was not as bad as it looked from a distance.

His mother came in. “It’s not that bad we can have that fixed in a jiffy.” His mother said as she took him to the kitchen where a chair was sitting with a cape to cover Jasper so he could get a trim job. She moved around to the back of the chair and motioned for him to sit. “Come on Japser I promise it will be fine.” His mother reassured him as he took a seat reluctantly. As she tossed the cape over him and tied it off so it would not slip as she started cutting. It was no time she was done. “There now go take a shower get cleaned up and get some fresh clothing on. Mister.” Mom said as an order. then smiled. “Just kidding.” As she shoed him off.

As he went back to the guest room and used the guest bathroom there. Jasper took off the clothes after he closed the door. As he turned on the shower and got it to the right temperature. As he slowly got in as he felt the water hit him it hurt because his skin was still tender but he got used to it in no time. As he stood there an soaked for a good minute before he scrubbed himself down from head to toe. To make sure all the black marks were gone and all clean. He got out and dried off with a large bath sheet towel As he started at his head and ended to his toes again. Jasper sighed he felt clean and he could feel the air hit him it was absolutely refreshing. As he moved over to the sink and did a shave with his laser razor. He put on some fresh aftershave and cologne. He finally felt human and not some kind of earthworm. Jasper finished and got dressed in some civvies. As he came out of the bathroom he saw his mother cleaning up the guest room. “You can go to your room now or stay here its up to you dear.” His mother gave him a kiss and a proper hug. Then she opened the window for some fresh air to flow through the house.

“I think I will go to my room now and leave this room for the guests.” Jasper said with a small smile. As he gathered his dirty clothes and other linen from the guest room to put into the laundry. “Now if I can get your father to do that my battle would be won.” She smiled and let out a small chuckle as she went to clean up the bathroom. Jasper laughed too. “Your right!” as he headed out of the guest room and headed upstairs to his normal bedroom as he entered the room It was just like he left it A display case full of his models he put together from a young age to now. Along with several awards and achievements from school and other academics. Nice baby blue walls with nice Velvet Victorian curtains with sheers adorn the windows. As the wind blew in softly from outside to keep the room cool. He briefly took a seat on the bed it was so comforting to have a nice place to sleep and relax for a few weeks. He thought to himself.” nothing has changed.”He said softly to himself.

He got back up again and headed downstairs again. to go and enjoy the day with the family on the porch as they started playing music from there instruments. As Jasper took a seat and listened to his family playing and singing. as he watched the clouds lazily go across the sky with the smells of fresh cut grass and wildflowers growing in the gardens. The smell of fresh lilacs lofting in the air along with jasmine. As there were fresh young crops growing in the vegetable gardens.

Ensign Jasper Ericson
Jo Engineer (Off Duty)