DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN JURASSIC PARK/WORLD THEY BELONG TO THEIR OWNERS
A/n: Wow I did not realize that after posting the last chapter that my favs on this story jumped to 82! That is a big thing for me and I thank you all for it. Anyways hopefully this weekend I will have more fanart of the dinosaurs for you...hopefully. Right now I am just working on my comic book called Project I.C.A.R.U.S. On Deviantart. It is an original story so if you have the time go and check it out.
Anyways enough of my babbling and on with the story.
ALAN'S DINOSAURS
Chapter 11: Bunkered Down for Tonight
CONTROL ROOM, JURASSIC PARK VISITOR'S CENTER
Gerry, Henry and Ray had gotten food for everyone from the lobby. Already the plates of food left there for the workers had been abandoned. And those they managed to find were bunkered down for the night with several people keeping watch for raptors. Sleeping bags and cots were laid out for everyone and the only dinosaur in the room was also their lookout.
Ellie was with Nico as the raptor had his own space. Everyone kept away from him save for Robert, Ellie and Gerry. Hammond was apprehensive about the raptor because he was used to the more aggressive raptors of Jurassic Park.
"You wanna pet him?" asked Ellie looking at Mr. Hammond.
"I don't know he is looking at me strangely," Hammond said.
"Nico senses that you are nervous that is why he is eyeing you," Ellie said stroking him down. The raptor crooned at the touch and shut his third eye a bit. Ellie laughed as she stroked him down liking the attention.
"Go ahead he is not going to hurt you," Ellie said.
"I don't know..." Mr. Hammond said.
"He won't bite John he is just curious and knows better," Robert said as he too stroked the raptor.
Nico purred and gave a croon relaxing under the touch.
"Um how do I...?" John asked.
"How do you approach him?" Ellie said.
"Yes," John asked.
"Very slowly with your head down," Ellie said.
John did so and Nico looked up his head on alert.
"Don't look him in the eye John," Robert said.
John Hammond did so.
Nico then stood up to his full height. Hammond backed away a bit but was stopped by Robert who came up from behind.
"Don't run," he whispered in Hammond's ear.
"Ok," the older man said.
"Don't look into his eyes and keep your head down," Robert guided him as the raptor came closer.
Nico sniffed Hammond and at times getting into his face. His nostrils were noisily inhaling his scent. Then a soft croon was made as Nico allowed Hammond to make contact with him. The old man slowly stroked the raptor who enjoyed the touch. Leaning further in Nico let Hammond feel more comfortable until a scent caught his nostrils and he growled.
Hammond backed away in fear when the raptor slowly hissed at the window. Robert held his gun ready along with two people whom also missed the boat. Gerry was just as ready as he too held up his gun filled with live ammo.
It was then that they heard the sounds of clicking claws on metal. Nico's growling became more obvious as his pupils became slits. Putting himself in front of Mr. Hammond Nico had his tail raised and his claws splayed ready to attack. A low hiss was heard from his maw as the first raptor made itself known.
This raptor was a scout that much the others could tell. It stood their eyeing them out. Knowing their tactics Robert and Ellie looked around for any other entrances even checking above them in case they had gone through the vents.
Nico was not pleased as he kept growling his displeasure. The raptor in question was eyeing them with its eye on the people inside. Growling with his remaining feathers up high Nico took a defensive stance in front of Mr. Hammond. His teeth are bared and claws ready to attack. The humans with guns took up defensive positions.
Suddenly the raptor in question attacked but the glass held up. The metal bars inside the glass kept the raptor from attacking and the door locks held tight as well. Nico screeched his warning just as the raptor did the same.
Suddenly another raptor tried to get in from the tour side and luckily the glass is reinforced with thick Plexiglas.
However that did not stop the raptors from trying to get in. They all took turns hitting the glass while the men took arms to wait to see if they would break through.
Sounds filled the room as one of the raptors tried to get in from the other side of the tour area. So far the plexiglas was holding.
Nico growled low as the feathers on his head were raised.
"How are we going to get out of here?" asked Henry.
"The raptors know we can't leave and they are watching us carefully," said Robert.
Suddenly a barking call was made and the raptors all looked up before they got up to leave. Running from the windows the group sighed but Nico kept vigilant.
"We can't stay here," Hammond said.
"I know a place where we can be safe. The emergency bunkers. They have food water and shelter there. There is enough room for all of us," said Ray.
"Alright where is it?" asked Robert.
"That is the problem it is near the power station," Ray said.
"Alright we are heading out I will take the rear while Dr. Sattler with Nico take up the front. If he senses danger we stop alright," Robert said.
They nodded as Robert took the lead in opening the door. When he did Nico was the first to exit as the raptor sniffed the ground for danger. Slowly exiting the room the others followed his lead. Keeping his head down low Nico led them out slowly. Ellie was right beside the raptor giving her support by rubbing his neck. As they exited the room and slowly followed Nico out through an emergency door the jungle lay before them.
Taking a defensive position around each other those with guns managed to follow at a slow pace.
"Alright Nico lead us to safety," Ellie said softly to the raptor.
Whistling she knew the dinosaur knows the command, 'Find shelter, protect'.
Nico then bounded off just ahead of them and sniff the ground. Using his night vision he made sure it was safe before giving a distinct call which Ellie recognizes.
"Alright its safe," she said.
The others slowly walked out and followed Ellie as she and Nico led the way.
It did not take them long to get to the shelter. The raptor had so far kept them safe. However when they were nearing the door he stopped and growled. Ellie raised her hand in a fist formation telling everyone to quiet. Robert and several others knew that signal.
Nico growled low as his claws were primed and ready for battle.
"Everyone get down," Robert said softly.
They all agreed when they felt footsteps coming nearer. Pushing Nico gently Ellie made sure the raptor was close to her. Crouching low the raptor waited until the sounds of something rather large came through the underbrush. A large herbivore came crashing through. So far the animal was just sniffing around until the clicking noises started. Ellie was startled but Nico looked nervous as he shifted a bit in the bush.
Suddenly the larger animal began to screech as something came flying out of the bush. Thankfully everyone had night vision goggles on provided by Gerry. This makes sure they are not spotted by anymore predators. The animal in question was a large herbivore from the looks of it a Maiasaurus. The animal began to run faster as the smaller animals attacked and bit hard into the animal.
As soon as the animal was bit it ran off and the pack of smaller carnivores chased after it. Ellie watched Nico as his feathers were still raised meaning the animals are still in the area. They waited for sometime before the raptor's hackles are lowered and he slowly moved off. Ellie signaled the others as they slowly made their way across the clearing towards the door to the Emergency Bunker.
When they got in the bunker was indeed safe from dinosaurs having been built underground. As soon as everyone was inside Robert shut the door. The lights came on in the room bathing it in a faint glow.
"I feel trapped," said Ray.
"Don't be, there are tunnels under the facility that lead out. I will take Nico to make sure they are safe," Robert said as he called for the raptor.
But the raptor did not move.
"Um...?" Robert asked.
"He has not eaten in a while and I think seeing as I am a member of his pack he does not want to leave me," Ellie said.
Leaning down she stroked the raptor, "It's ok Nico go," she said and gave him a gentle shove. The raptor gave a whine of protest but Ellie was firm. Slowly Nico stood up and walked out with Robert.
Robert watched the raptor's every move as the dinosaur checked the lower passages of the area. He was silent not even a purr from him like a normal raptor. As he walked further down the catwalks he saw Nico turn his head this way and that. Then a growl was heard.
Robert readied his gun as cackling sounds were heard. Nico growled low in his throat his feet poised for the attack. Then like lightning he screeched and clawed at something in the dark. Robert quickly shown the light and saw the same creature as earlier shrieked in pain.
The light hurts their eyes.
Quickly shining in another direct the creatures around him screeched in pain. One tried to go for him but Nico quickly grabbed it in a fearsome bite and threw it back into the dark. A sickening crunch was heard. Swiping his claws and his tail the Raptor took out two more. Robert did the same shooting precise shots thanks to the night vision goggles.
Nico slashed again and killed two more making the tally to seven.
Then another cackle was heard and they all took off into the dark. Robert breathed a sigh of relief until Nico gave another growl. Robert quickly looked down and realized that there was something there. Walking closer he managed to see what it was that caused the raptor's feathers to bristle.
There were human bodies everywhere!
The bodies had been people that Robert didn't know. From the looks of it Latino men and some Caucasians. Most likely poachers from the looks of them.
Nico was not settling and Robert knew it. Slowly he placed a hand on the dinosaur and expected Nico to lash out but the Raptor remained at his post. A small form of trust. Robert took that with grace.
Slowly he settled his gun and reached out to look at the body. Suddenly an eye moved and Robert nearly leaped out until he noticed a faint pulse in the man's hand.
"Fuck!" he said to himself.
The man was still alive and from the looks of it paralyzed. He did not like this one bit as he searched the room making sure those things don't come back. Nico also was nervous as he defecated around certain areas. Robert took notice of this and looked at those areas.
Vents came from where Nico defecated and he quickly covered the grating and making sure to lock it. At least now those creatures will not get in here.
Taking his radio he dialed the right number, "Guys we have a problem," Robert said inspecting the body again.
"What sort of problem?" asked Ray on the other end.
"Looks like an unknown Henry I will need you to come down here and look at this," Robert said.
"Alright on my way," Henry said.
It took about fifteen minutes before Henry Wu arrived with Gerry providing escort. The Vet was not happy about it but he was better at using a gun then Dr. Wu was.
"Henry I need you to look at this dinosaur. I don't recognize it anywhere," Robert said.
Henry looked at that creature and gasped, "That bitch! She was supposed to euthanize them!" he said.
"What species is this Henry?" asked Robert looking concerned.
"Troodon Pectinodon it is in the same family as the Velociraptor but this one...this one is mutated." Henry said looking at the dead animal.
"Really?" Robert said.
"Well they were originally bred on Sorna and having feathers they were going to be used for the park. But then Dr. Sorkin wanted to use the pure strain. The animals we had were of the pure strain or as pure as we can make it. But she used some sort of strain with them turning them into this! They proved too dangerous and I ordered them destroyed. But the bitch didn't listen didn't she. Now they are loose!" Henry was not please.
"This guy is still alive," Gerry said.
"Not really, he is brain dead," Robert said.
"How can you tell?" Henry asked.
"His eyes they are not seeing things and he is paralyzed," Gerry answered before Robert.
Nico leaned closer towards the victim and hissed. He did not like the smell of the victim.
"Shit!" Henry said as he studied the man.
"Henry, those things that attacked us those were Troodon. How the fuck did they get here?" Robert demanded.
"I don't know...wait! Sorkin was at the field labs. She spent much of her time there since we both didn't get along so well here at the main labs. That bitch was hiding them there! I knew there was something suspicious about those pens when I visited. Fucken bitch!" Henry cursed.
"Sorkin brought those things here!" Robert said.
"I didn't know I swear!" Henry replied.
"I know but when I have words with that bitch I will let Nico deal with her," Robert growled.
Henry then leaned in and found something in the man's stomach.
"Holy shit Robert!" he said.
Robert leaned in and cursed. There was several eggs in the victim's belly. Pulling one out he was disgusted by the sight.
"Fuck!" he swore.
Nico growled low at the eggs and Robert quickly took a sniff. They were rotten meaning that the dinosaurs were unsuccessful in getting them to hatch. However one caught his eye.
This egg seemed whole and intact so pulling it out he could feel the baby inside.
"We should head back Nico and I will seal the rest of the holes. Henry get this to Hammond and tell him what we discovered," Robert said and Henry nodded before heading back.
Robert patted Nico down, "Don't worry boy we will seal this place up," he said to the raptor.
The raptor in question purred before sniffing around other tunnels. Robert followed with his rifle held high making sure that the tunnels are safe. Gerry and Henry headed back towards the others leaving the two alone. Both males checked other vents and hallways in the bunker. This place was built to be dinosaur proof after all if it was sealed right.
Satisfied that there are no more dinosaurs or corpses. Robert sealed up the rest of the possible entrances into the area and headed back not before allowing Nico to leave his mark. The raptor would not leave until he has done so which Robert was grateful for.
When they gotten back the men in question was placed in a body bags for safe keeping and hoping to give them a proper burial. Hammond, Sattler and a few others were already tending to the wounded that made it this far. But it was the sight of Hammond that gave it all away.
The old man's face was red with anger as he stared down at the egg wanting nothing more then to smash it. But Henry managed to save it from him, "Don't John let it go," Henry said gently.
Robert was the one who gladly took the egg away from the old man. Checking it for any signs of damage. Finding none he put it in a pouch that he had insulated.
"What are we going to do John if the Troodon's are loose who knows what the fuck is lurking outside," Ray said.
"I want to go home," said Mitch.
"We all want to go home Mitch but we can't and besides my daughter is out there by herself with that fat bastard. Who knows what he is doing to her," Gerry said.
"Don't worry Gerry we will get her back this I swear it," said Hammond.
"I hope Alan and the others are alright too," Ellie said.
"They are fine Dr. Sattler besides who best to lead them through Jurassic Park then a dinosaur expert eh?" John said trying to lighten the mood. The people in the bunker was somber at best as they passed out rations and warming kits. The shelter had MRE's inside just in case something like this happened. Nico the raptor was busy eating one of the Troodon's that he had killed a while earlier. After eating his fill the raptor then rested his head on Ellie's lap. Ellie only stroked him down and cleaned his muzzle with a wet cloth. Thankfully there was running water in the facility and lights from the many lamps. The vents still worked but it carried the smell of rotting flesh keeping Nico on edge. The raptor was ready to attack at a moment's notice.
Everyone took turns keeping watch that night even though not many of them gotten any sleep. Ellie was one of those sleeping keeping the raptor close. Nico had his head on her lap and his tail slowly curled around himself. The feathers that remained on his head lay flat while his eyes were closed.
The others watched the raptor periodically for any signs of danger. The dinosaur may still be on their side but he was still a wild animal. Eventually though as the night dragged on they could hear other sounds going on outside. The group started to settle but kept alert. A roar could be heard just outside and the earth shook with heavy footsteps.
They knew those sounds when Nico's head lifted briefly but did not do much. He knew he was safe so the others relaxed. Eventually the sounds faded as the dinosaur outside left the area. There were more sounds from various dinosaurs but they all faded as the night dragged on. Nico was sound asleep to Ellie's stroking and Robert watched the raptor.
He eyed the dinosaur thinking that it might attack but it didn't it was quiet and the sounds it made towards Ellie were one he had never heard in a long time.
It was the croon of a family member.
Now when he saw Dr. Grant with the raptor this morning Robert was astonished by such a bond. He even witnessed it himself when Nico saved his life. The raptor was breathing deeply his feathers still molting from the heat but he was mild mannered. Eventually Robert also relaxed with Gerry beside him. Both men remained alert while they took their turn at keeping watch.
MEANWHILE
The waves were pounding on the shores of the East Dock. Workers were scrambling to keep their lines secure as several cranes were hoisted from the ground. Their cargo was already delivered on time as time wore on. The pounding waves and surf however did not let up as the boat rocked violently against the docks.
"Sir there has been a delay!" someone shouted.
"I know there has been a delay the other boat already left and we are the only ones here," was the reply.
A man stood at the docks waiting for his fellow conspirator to show up. Already their cargo was loaded onto the boat and the right tranquilizers were given.
"So when is Nedry supposed to show?" said a voice.
This one was female. She was dressed in army cargo pants with a maroon tank top and a yellow bandanna. She was Hispanic in origin so her voice came out with a slight accent.
"He was supposed to be here about two hours ago he is late," the first man said this one wearing glasses and his dark hair sticking to his scalp thanks to the rain. His life preserver jacket and fair skin was a dead give away on this island.
"I will find us a way to get off without him," the woman said.
"Nima we can't leave yet we don't have the Embryos and the rest of the dinosaur stock," the first man said.
"We have the T-Rex isn't that good enough?" said the woman Nima.
"No, in order for us to get paid we need all six of them plus the Embryos. And we need to wait out this stupid storm," the man with the glasses said. Nima snorted she could care less she just wanted out of this storm and back to the mainland. InGen had ruined her home but she could live with it. After all the Costa Rican Government had paid her well to watch these Dinosaur Smugglers and it was enough to feed both her and her daughter.
She looked down into the holding pen three of the six dinosaurs were here.
Just three.
One unit failed to answer their radio. Another they discovered had cut out in route to the docks and they assumed they are going to be late. The third had returned empty handed.
And then there was Dennis Nedry himself who also failed to show.
This storm was bad and Nima knows that it was only going to get worse. Being a part of the Costa Rican Intelligence Agency had taken her to places around the world that were worse then this. In fact her last assignment had placed her in the middle of the monsoon season in Indonesia.
This was no different only windier.
She glared daggers at her 'partner' the man in question was an asshole. He works for BioSyn the competitor for InGen. They had been known to steal the genetic research of other companies before and have brought those companies to ruin. Nima had been tasked by her government to keep an eye on them including the recent reports of dinosaurs being smuggled off of this island.
The Costa Rican Government had made a deal with InGen after they bought out Isla Nublar and Isla Sorna. They were going to get a share of the profits if Jurassic Park worked...that was before they heard about the smuggling.
After a recent incident with one of the workers the government had sent agents to this island. After discovering the cloned dinosaurs they had wanted to bomb the island with Napalm to kill of the animals. But after careful...and corrupt consideration they saw the greed in their works. So they began to collaborate with InGen to get some of the profits of Jurassic Park. After a deal was made they made sure to deal with any smugglers trying to steal their dinosaurs.
Apparently some still got off with stealing.
They had recently had to deal with several cases of dinosaurs smuggled off of the island. Then the report of the American who had owned dinosaurs came to their desks and the United States had gotten involved. Now Nima working undercover as a hired gun to investigate this area.
Her so called 'Partner' was Miles Chadwick a known agent of BioSyn and on Interpol's most wanted list as an animal smuggler. His recent dealings with dinosaurs has made Nima nervous to say the least. The man was a coward wanting nothing more then to hide then fight his battles.
At this rate Nima wanted nothing to do with the man so she walks away when the man tried for the third time to make a call to the mainland.
"Where are you going?" Miles asked.
"I am going to check up on the cargo. If this cargo is damaged then I would not get paid so I want to make sure it is secured." Nima said before heading up onto the ship.
As she walked up the rocking boat the gusts of wind had proven to be a problem and she nearly went over twice. But still she managed to get on board.
The cargo hold was filled with cages of various dinosaurs most of them in sleep. The tranquilizers given could knock out a herd of elephants if it wanted. The illegal trade for live dinosaurs was enough to upset anyone.
Nima took pictures when she could before her eyes settled on the latest and hottest subjects. By hot that means those that were of the highest value.
There in the middle of the cargo hold was a rather large restraining cage pinning down the largest of the group. That was a massive Tyrannosaurus Rex and right next to the dinosaur was another one this one an Ankylosaur who was chained to the hold. Then there was the Pteranodon.
"There, there it is ok I will figure out how to get you out," Nima said. She felt saddened that such creatures that had lived free on the mainland United States had been kidnapped. From what she understood in her investigation Dr. Grant had gave them plenty of space to be themselves. He loved his dinosaurs so much that his home revolved around them.
Nima took the time to memorize their names Rosco, Sarah and Tank. These three she got to know first as she took special care of them. Petting down the T-Rex Nima was sure that these men were just waiting for their their chance to take these animals and put them in the cruelest situations. She had seen it before with animal smuggling. Animals torn away from their homes and families just like people and placed in cages. Forced for amuse their new masters all for the sake of status and money.
And that was what made Nima angry. InGen had brought mercenaries to boot her tribe off of the island and she was only a child when her father was killed. He was one of those who stood up for her people and was shot to death because of it. She held a grudge dearly.
But that is not why she is here.
Eventually over the years she had been noticed by her government for her thievery and skills at blending in. They took her in and gave her a home for herself and her daughter Atlanta. Nima would leave on assignment and her daughter would be tended to by her aunt.
But now her assignment has led her back to her home island of Isla Nublar. It was here that she has to face the hated InGen and what they had done to this place.
A deep rumble was heard as Nima came closer to her destination. There in the middle of the cargo hold was a large caged restraint. In it was a massive predator one only found here. The predator in question was in wide awake and the rumble was its deep throated growl.
Nima knew this creature well it and its two friends.
"Shhhh its ok my friend I know," she said as the ship lurched again due to the waves. She placed her hand on the massive predator's snout and it rumbled in pleasure.
"I am not here to hurt you my friend I will set you free you just wait," Nima whispered and the dinosaur rumbled. A deep breath was taken by the dinosaur and she placed her hand at the tip of its snout. Gently she stroked it knowing it can't bite her due to the restraints.
The restraints itself was made out of thick metal alloys enough to hold the Tyrannosaur in place. The dinosaur groaned as the restraints held him down. Nima was sorely tempted to let the animals out. But then a thought occurred to her. The dinosaurs are heavily drugged so even if it is wearing out she will not set them free before they hurt themselves. She must plan this carefully. Taking care she stroked the once feathered hide of this animal. The whites of several feathers were all that was remaining of the plumage this animal had. So without waiting Nima gently began to rub the areas where the feathers once were. The dinosaur rumbled in pleasure as half lidded eyes slowly closed as it relaxed.
Walking over to the other cages she was greeted by the Ankylosaur the only herbivore of the three caught. This one took a sniff at her before it laid back down. This one sensed no danger from her so it was safe to be asleep. The Pteranodon was the same as it too sensed no ill will. Nima was grateful for the trust these animals had placed on here. Animals that should not have been brought back form the dead.
This Dr. Grant had put all his love into these animals. After doing research on him and how he lived before this incident Nima concluded that the man was a descent one.
"Don't worry I will set you free. As much as I hate InGen you are just innocent animals who did not ask for this," Nima whispered.
"So are the animals to your satisfaction?" Miles said
"Yes, they are fine thank goodness. Though I had to secure the Pteranodon's cage better all this rocking would have damaged the goods. Our buyer doesn't want that now would he?" Nima said.
"No, of course not but Nedry is taking too long in getting here and the storm has gotten worse," Miles said.
"Then we will wait the night until it passes," Nima replied.
"Yeah, sure," Miles replied.
TBC
A/n: Whew! I knew that this would be a hard chapter to write. Well getting sick actually helped since it gave me time to write. But I managed...so anyways hopefully you enjoyed this next chapter and I will see you next time. Oh and please leave a review just no BASHING, FLAMES, AND LORE MONGERS PLEASE! thanks
