Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 10504.04

Starring:

Karen Barkas 		as 	Commander Karida Janan – CO

…and…

Blake Harris		as	Lieutenant JG Blake Harris - CEO
Scott Knight		as	Lieutenant Ethan Michael MacAllister – CTO
Martijn Lemmen 	as 	Captain Brian Black - CIV
Rob Lemmens		as	Ensign Zoran Abmeraz – CMO
Brendan Ringenoldus 	as 	Ensign Jim Exeter – FCO
Patrick de Ruiter	as	Ensign Jonathan Pierce – SO

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson	as 	Lieutenant Alina Zin; Transporter Chief; Duty OPS
Dylan Moss		as	Nurse Lenny
Rob Lemmen		as	Diana Shielding
Eric Woo 		as	Dr Sam Weston

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson      	as 	U.S.S. Scimitar – SM

Summary - Doctor Samantha Weston and her team have been rescued from the surface of Zakratus VI, but with them they bring an unusual mystery. All the members of her team, along with Lt. Commander Lessing and Ensign Pierce have been infected with a native spore from the planet's caves.

Also, it seems that Weston's half brother Michael Weston has been infected with some unidentified carbon chain, one that has mixed with the blood of Lt. JG Harris...

...a carbon chain which seems to react with estrogen in the most unusual of ways...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Scimitar Mission - "The Garden of Eden - Murder In The Tulips"=/\==/\=

Dr_Weston says:
::lying quietly on a Biobed, her hands folded on her abdomen, as she stares at the ceiling... then closes her eyes to rest.... open.... close...::
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Walking out of Black's office.. not really wiser than he went in. Stopping to look around he decides to go ask the CO to look for the missing people::
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Standing next to the CEO, which has arrived a few minutes ago. He takes out his tricorder as he asks the CEO to sit down on the Biobed::
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
ACTION - Lieutenant Harris does as requested, commenting on how the room seems to be spinning...
CIV_Capt_Black says:
::glances over his reports after the visit of Ensign Pierce::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::leaves the readyroom and steps onto the bridge glancing across at who is around::
Dr_Weston says:
::sighs, and turns her head to the side, to watch the CMO... she pushes herself off the bed and looks around the sickbay:: CMO: Hey, you. Where can I find a replicator around here?
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Before he could scan the CEO he takes notices of the fuzzy look in his eyes:: CEO: Perhaps it's best you lie down here for a while. I will give you something to rest and will inform the captain of your situation. ::He takes out his hypo and gives the CEO something to sleep comfortably::
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
ACTION - As the sedative hits Blake Harris' system he begins to drift into a deep sleep. His body twitches as he passes out, like a dog who has dreams of chasing bunny rabbits...
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Entering the TL he tells the computer to take him to the bridge::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::takes a seat and checks the Airilian fleet's ETA::
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::He turns to face dr. Weston as he sees the CEO drift to sleep:: Dr. Weston: Pardon me, I am doctor Zoran Abmeraz, I take it you're dr. Weston?
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
::Lieutenant Zin sits on a bio bed in sickbay, reviewing the autopsy report from Doctor Michael Weston. Seventeen stab wounds, three weapons, two women - wow...::
Dr_Weston says:
::she closes her eyes and shrugs slightly, holding out her arms slightly:: CMO: Evidently. I'm just going to get a glass of water.
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Nods and smiles:: Dr. Weston: No problem, right this way please, there's one right over here.
Dr_Weston says:
::nods in an overly gracious, sarcastic sort of manner:: CMO: Thank you, ever so much. ::heads for the replicator, keeping her eyes on the CMO:: Replicator: Water..... hot. ::she smiles at the CMO:: CMO: Now, I need to ask another.... favour of you, doctor. Can you contact your captain for me, please?
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
::Her eyes skim over the scans of the two bodies, and she taps her comm badge once:: *CIV*: Zin to Black.
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Walks over to the wall close to the replicator and rests against it:: Dr. Weston: I think I could, might I ask what your business is with her?
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Entering the bridge he looks around, spots the CO and walks over to her::
CIV_Capt_Black says:
::glances up from his reports, annoyed::  *Zin*: What is it, Lieutenant ?
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
*CIV*: Captain, I believe we need to return to the surface and reclaim Doctors T'Vela and Sorenson...they may be useful...::Her voice goes quiet::...we could use them...
Dr_Weston says:
::takes a sip of the water:: CMO: Oh, well, I just really want to get back to my work, and as long as I'm up here and my... colleagues are down there, my work remains stopped... so please, indulge me. ::smiles::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::taps the console and looks up to the SO:: SO: Good to see you, how are the investigations proceeding?
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: Ma'am, request to take an away team back to the surface to look for the missing scientists.. They are key in finding a solution to our spore infection
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Nods:: Dr. Weston: I see, well. To be completely honest with you, most of the crew has been beam aboard and have been assigned to temporary quarters. There are only the two missions scientists on the planet. I would think it is wise not to return, until we located them.
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::nods:: SO: Of course, though a quick review of the situation wouldn't go a miss ::smiles::
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: Well.. it seems the 2 people who are missing are murder suspects, but they are also the 2 people who know about the spore we have in our system
Dr_Weston says:
::smiles and pats the CMO on his arm:: CMO: Well, I really would feel much better if you let me speak with your captain anyways. You know... woman to woman. I'm sure she'll understand my desire to get a move on...
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::looks back to the console to confirm the distance a person could travel on foot from the location of the body since the noted estimated Time of death::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::turns to the SO:: SO: Well this is the most likely area...::points to the console:: Can you increase the effectiveness of direct scans on this area?
CIV_Capt_Black says:
::frowns and raises an eyebrow::  *Zin*: Have we located the missing doctors ?
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Nods again and stands straight, tapping his commbadge:: *CO*: Captain, Ensign Abmeraz here. It is my duty to inform you that our CEO is unfit for duty at the moment. Also our guest, Dr. Weston, would like to speak with you. Do you have a moment of your time?
Dr_Weston says:
::smiles to the CMO as he obliges her request::
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
*CIV*: No we have not, and if I do not locate them soon, I fear that Ensign Pierce may beat us there. Sir, if my analysis is correct, those two women are living weapons now...
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: I have no idea. i believe the CSO has tried it without success. However i would like to give it a try. Since we have a very small area to search in, we might focus our scanners in such a way that we get some meaningful data back..
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
FCO: How long do we have before we lose our route out of here without confrontation?
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CO: About a hour give or take. 1 1/2 if we really want to shave it close.
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: Ma'am, i have several ideas. I would like to try looking for bio signs, heat signatures and maybe try to find some other distinct markings they might leave on a scanner
CIV_Capt_Black says:
::shakes his head::  *Zin*: Why am I reluctant to hear that?  ::sighs::  very well, ask Commander Janan for permission to head down to the surface for "final" notes on this mission...
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::nods:: SO: Do what you can, our time is running out as the FCO has pointed out. ::looks to him curiously:: How long would it take for a team to sweep the area if placed on the surface?
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Waits patiently for the captain to reply, watching dr. Weston as she sips from her glass of water::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
FCO: Thank you, lets see if we can find the proverbial needle in a haystack.
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
*CIV*: Understood. ::She cuts the comm without saying anything else and hops off of the bio-bed. Without saying anything to Weston or Abmeraz, she leaves sickbay and heads to the nearest lift::
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: ma’am that would fall well outside our time limit. We would have to have 50 men on the surface and till miss them by half a mile
Dr_Weston says:
::takes another sip, running her tongue over her upper lip to collect the few drops of water, as she waits for the captain with the young, handsome doctor::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
*CMO*: Thank you. I have time is Dr Weston able to leave sickbay yet or do you wish for me to make my way down there?
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Feeling a little uneasy by the way Dr. Weston looks at him he starts to reach for something on his belt. Not realizing that he gave the rectangular block to Kerak:: *CO*: She is fit enough to leave, you want me to escort he to your office?
CIV_Capt_Black says:
*CMO*: Black to Abmeraz....
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Looks a little surprised at the CIV's call:: *CIV*: Abmeraz here, go ahead sir.
CIV_Capt_Black says:
*CMO*: I need to speak to Dr. Weston, is she still around and fit for a conversation?
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Walks to the science console and starts realigning all sensors::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
*CMO*: If you are not too rushed your input may be helpful. however I fully understand if you wish to concentrate on these spores for the moment. What is the prognosis for the CEO?
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Looks at the Doctor:: Dr. Weston: Apparently our CIV, Captain Black wishes to see you. Perhaps you will talk to the CO later?
Dr_Weston says:
::taps the CMO on the shoulder:: CMO: Actually, that does sound very nice. ::grabs the CMO's arm:: Will you please escort me to him..... Doctor?
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
ACTION - Lieutenant Alina Zin steps onto the bridge of the U.S.S. Scimitar, all the males in the room turn and notice her on instinct, noticing the tight fitting uniform, and her various curves. She doesn't smile, and just steps onto the bridge, moving towards Janan.
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
::steps off the TL and heads for his console relieving the Duty TO::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::passes close to the FCO, whispers:: FCO: Thank you for your advice, will John be sending further information your way any time soon?
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
::Looking at the viewscreen seeing that unlike some members of the male staff he doesn't have eyes in the back of his head::
CIV_Capt_Black says:
*Zin*: Black to Zin... I'll be talking to Dr. Weston shortly... keep me informed of your progress, additionally I might be able to give you direct feedback from Dr. Weston if the situation requires it.
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Looks over his shoulder as Zin enters the bridge and holds his breath.. my god she's beautiful. .and it's not the suit.. it's.. before anyone can see him blushing he turns back to his console, trying to concentrate on working.. though that's very hard with her close by::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
FCO: Are you seeing this?
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
::Whispers:: CO: at the moment he asked me to find out some information on the admiral and he'll be sending stuff along on request, ma'am
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Takes another step backwards as he tries to evade dr. Weston's grab:: Dr. Weston: I will ask one of my nurses to escort you, the CEO over here needs my attention, as well as some research. I will inform captain Black you're coming and the CO that you will see her later. ::Stuttering a little as he says that.::
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
*CIV*: Understood. ::She walks up to Captain Janan and holds out the data pad for her:: CO: The autopsy on Doctor Weston, Captain.
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: What, sir? ::turns towards the CTO raising a eyebrow at Zin's direction:: 
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::her eyes look towards Zin, that uncomfortable feeling from their first encounter returns, she merely nods::
Dr_Weston says:
::smiles, looking away for a moment, more than little amused by the inexperienced doctor's discomfort:: CMO: Whatever you say, doctor... ::she smiles and walks towards the door, winking at the CMO, before turning to the nurse:: Nurse: Lead the way...
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
FCO: I'm tracking one of the capitol ships moving to cut off our escape route.
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::takes the information reviewing the Padd:: Zin: Thank you.
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Walks past dr. Weston and leads the way to Black's office::
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: Already noticed that one. That's why i said we have less then a hour and a half to move away from here without getting shot
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::looks at her there has to be a chance:: Zin: Lt do you have any information regarding the missing crew members?
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
CO: I would like permission to take an away team to the surface. Doctor Weston's research is valuable to the Federation Science Council - I would like to collect her teams research and samples before we depart...
CIV_Capt_Black says:
::notices the lack of response from the CMO::  *CMO*: Doctor, you still there ?
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Tapping away on his console he brings all sensor control to him, making sure the sensors will scan for body heat, bio signs and spore signature in a 50km radius around the camp::
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
CO: Nothing beyond what is in the report...they are likely infected with the same carbon strain that was located in Doctor Weston...
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: just wondering is Starfleet going to economise on uniforms? ::nods towards Zin::
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Hears what Zin asks the CO.. heh, fat chance.. he destroyed all evidence of that research::
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Let's out a sigh that could be heard through the closing door of sickbay as he turns around to walk to the lab:: *CIV*: Yes sir, I have send nurse Lenny with Dr. Weston to show her the way to your office, they should arrive momentarily.
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
FCO: With officers like that maybe they should. ::grins::
CIV_Capt_Black says:
*CMO*: Excellent... thank you, Black out.
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
ACTION - Pierces scans come back with a very unusual result...the entire screen before him is red, the planets, all of the life on the surface seems to be radiating heat...he can't track the murderers that way...
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::nods again to the FCO with a smile, then turns to Zin with a curious look:: Zin: Is there anything you are looking for in particular? I am sure there are plenty of officers here that we could get to collect the samples, that will save you the hassle of a trip ::smiles again politely::.
CIV_Capt_Black says:
*Shielding*: Diana, one Dr. Weston is on her way here... when she arrives, please show her in...
CIV_Capt_Black says:
<Shielding> *CIV*: Understood, Sir...  ::closes the comm and continue her duties::
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: You need some leave or need your head checked. You do know she's Haydes lackey?
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::mm.. that's  odd.. the whole planet seems to radiate heat. He turns his attention to the spore. He does a test scan to see if he can locate where the spore has spread::
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
::She nods:: CO: Doctor Weston and her team have been conducting research on this planet for five years now, Captain...I would like to recover their entire database - there is no sense in seeing five years of study go to waste.
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::smiles as he hears Zin.. that database is destroyed, and he has the only copy::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
FCO: Ahhhh but everyone has their faults Jim. ::grins wider::
Dr_Weston says:
::she walks down the corridor with the nurse, where they stop in front of a door...:: Nurse: Thank you, miss. Oh... and, uh, when you get back to Sickbay... tell the good Doctor that I'll be back VERY soon. ::smiles, and rings the chime::
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::He almost reaches a free computer in the lab as he again taps his commbadge:: *CO*: Ma'am, the CEO has been infected with some kind of carbon chain from the deceased dr. Weston's blood. He told me he was dizzy, so I had to put him to rest. I think it could be a while, but I will keep you informed. Dr. Weston's pretense was requested by captain Black, so she will visit you afterwards.
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::nods:: Zin: Excellent, I will arrange for a team to collect this, you require samples as well as data reports? Meanwhile do you have any suggestions as to what may identify these two officers?
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Looks at the scan result.. a very faint trail, heading north into the forest:: CO: Ma'am, i may have a clue as to where to start looking
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: yeah, but you don't see me  strutting my stuff on the bridge like some cheap Dabo girl.
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: I scanned for traces of the spore we found in the caves.. I found a faint trail going north to the runabout. From there it leads north into the forest. I'll try to find more evidence, but it's the best I’ve got so far
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
*CMO*: Thank you, I shall look forward to seeing you both when you are finished with Captain Black.
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
CO: I believe that Ensign Pierce has that situation under control, Captain...::She glances over at Pierce:: CO: A team will not be able to collect the data with the same expertise that I have, Captain...
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::nods:: SO: Thank you, we may still have to act on this much alone ::smiles::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
::chuckles:: FCO: Maybe a bit of distraction is what some of the crew needs, you know, a change from all these boring consoles.
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::He sits down as he tries to look up the information on the spore that the SO showed him earlier:: *CO*: Actually, I will be in sickbay, but I will be at your disposal if you need me.
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: yeah, but shooting her would be   a too great a distraction.
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::Smiles:: Zin: Your experience and qualifications are as ever impressive. It was never made clear to us that your talents also lay within the realms of science ::pauses thoughtfully::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
::grins:: FCO: What is it with you and shooting people?
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: I find it a nice distraction.
Dr_Weston says:
::taps her foot as the door fails to open... she moves forward to give it a good knock when it opens, revealing a nice little office, and a woman behind a desk::
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Looking back at his console he focuses the sensors on where the trail leads into the forest, trying with different types of scans to find evidence of the missing scientists going there. He looks up the dna strand that were found in the CEO and scans for that as well::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
FCO: So do I but at least I restrict it to the firing range...... unless I really have to. ::smiles::
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Looks a little disappointed as he can't find the information he needs on his terminal.:: *SO*: Ensign Pierce, this is doctor Abmeraz. I was wondering if I could borrow your PADD with the information on the spore? I would like to see if we could do anything to clear it from the lungs.
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::looks over the crew:: SO/CTO: As the lady wishes. But first attempt to return the missing team members whilst you are on the surface. Any time left will allow for collection of information and samples ::looks to Zin:: none of which have been requested in our mission orders.
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CTO: you should try shooting people you don't like. It really helps easing the mind
CIV_Capt_Black says:
<Shielding> ::sees Dr. Weston enter and nods at her politely::  Weston: Dr. Weston, welcome...  ::gestures towards the door of Black's office::  you can walk into Fleet Captain Black's office... he's expecting you...
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Looks up as the CMO asks about the padd.. he looks over at Zin inconspicuously to see if she noticed it.:: *CMO*: I'll be right over doc
Dr_Weston says:
::nods:: Shielding: Thank you. ::steps through the waiting room and into the CIV's office:: CIV: A-hem. Captain.
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
CO: Aye Cap'n. ::hands over to the duty TO again::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
::flashes the FCO one of those "Behave" looks and heads for the TL::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
CTO/SO: See that Zin is accompanied at all times, I would hate to have any harm come to a member of Black's staff ::smiles nicely again::
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
CO: Aye ma'am, I’ll be right back. The CMO needs something. ::As he enters the TL he looks at Zin.. mmm...never seems to be a good moment to talk to her alone.. not that he would know what to say, but still.. He sighs as the doors close and the TL starts moving:: 
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
CO: Not required, but beneficial to us and Starfleet. ::She heads towards the lift doors, glancing back at Janan, knowing full well she doesn't trust her - this is going to be more difficult then she anticipated::
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CO: Are you serious, ma'am?
CIV_Capt_Black says:
::nods at Weston as she enters::  Weston: Ah, Doctor... have a seat...  ::gestures to one of the seats in front of his desk::
CTO_Lt_MacAllister says:
::Nods to the CO and escorts Zin to the TL::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::catches the SO and briefly says a few words whispering to him::
Dr_Weston says:
::sits down in the vacant seat in front of the CIV::
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::he walks over to his office and paces back and forth a little::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
::nods with a smile:: FCO: The science department will like any information anything else we can gather about these spores will be helpful, and we need the away team members, so far there are only minimal clues to their location preventing a possible beam out.
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
::Quickly moving to his quarters he takes out his padd. After entering his quarters he makes a full dump of all the data on it, just to be sure. Then he quickly moves to sickbay to give the CMO the padd::
CO_Cmdr_Janan says:
:;waits till the three leave the bridge:: *CTO/SO*: Ensure all personnel are suitable dresses to protect themselves from this spore please.
SO_Ens_Pierce says:
*CO*: Aye ma'am. We'll wear facial covering.
CMO_Ens_Abmeraz says:
::Takes the PADD from the SO as he sees him hurry from his office again. He tries to shout thanks, but realizes the SO has already left and he looks at the PADD in his hand:: Self: Well, that was quick.
FCO_Ens_Exeter says:
CO: yeah, but we could leave Zin behind couldn't we. Call it a Transporter accident
Host Lt_Alina_Zin says:
ACTION - Ensign Pierce, Lieutenant MacAllister, Lieutenant Zin and members of the Scimitar Security Forces make their way to the transporter room, preparing for an away team. In an hour, the Airilians will have them trapped...and they will run out of time. They have to find those killers...and quickly....

=/\==/\=END Mission=/\==/\=

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