Star Trek: A Call to Duty

U.S.S. Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 10506.12

Starring:
Dylan Moss		as	Lieutenant-Commander Aleister Lessing - XO

With:
Brendan Ringenoldus 	as 	Ensign Jim Exeter – FCO
Scott Knight		as	Lieutenant-Commander Ethan Michael MacAllister – CTO
Patrick de Ruiter	as	Lieutenant Junior Grade Jonathan Pierce – SO
Blake Harris		as	Lieutenant Junior Grade Blake Jeffrey Harris – CEO
Eric Woo		as 	Lieutenant Junior Grade Adahn Illianor – EO
Rob Lemmens		as	Lieutenant Junior Grade Zoran Abmeraz – CMO
Chris Dickinson	as	Lieutenant-Commander Marla Fallon Enki - CNS
Martijn Lemmen 	as 	Captain Brian Black – CIV
John Pike		as 	Ensign John F. Pike - MO

Guest appearances:
Christopher Gibson	as 	Vice Admiral Darek Haydes
Karen Barkas		as 	Rear Admiral Nayiza

Produced and Directed by:
Karen Barkas - U.S.S. Scimitar – SM

Introduction:
The quick reactions and immediate decisions required in recent times have now been filled with a short journey. Suffering only the occurrence of routine events to concern themselves with the crew has had some time to consider the situation.
As she crosses the Federation border the USS Scimitar drops out of warp and slowly comes to a halt, flanked by the Task Force they are now part of. Ships shimmering into existence then taking a place alongside the Scimitar in the emptiness of space.
Two medical officers retreat from the dead body of their Captain. They have presented her in a casket at the centre of the main lounge. Karida Janan left her crew and friends lies in a casket.
The lounge is prepared, for now the bar has been respectfully closed, however a solitary figure stands quietly behind the bar in a corner. Within moments the place will be filled with life.

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Scimitar Mission - "New Chapter"=/\==/\=

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::In his ready room, putting on the last of his Dress Uniform, looks at himself in the mirror, and then leaves, heading for the lounge on Deck Five. ::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::walking out of his quarters to the lounge, silent while he thinks if he wants to say something::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Leaving his quarters, checking his white suit one last time as he walks through the corridors towards the lounge::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: In his quarters, deciding to stay in his quarters::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Vice Admiral Haydes sits in the back of the lounge. He is flanked by two officers, Captain Brian Black...and someone else, an officer in an Admiral's dress uniform::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::Positions his freshly polished pips on his collar and brushes himself down, taking a deep breath before heading out of his quarters and into the corridor towards the nearest TL::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Walks the long passage from he turbolift to the lounge, the shadows falling behind him, thickly, like velvet::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Reading reports and making his own departmental reports ready::

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::leans against the bulkhead, outside the lounge, his arms crossed over his chest; he looks downwards, waiting for more people to get in before he moves in himself::

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::In her temporary quarters aboard the Scimitar still pulling on the last of her uniform, straightening her collar and pips... this is not what she wanted, to come back to the Scimitar under these circumstances::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Walks up to the door and sees the EO:: EO: You Joining us, Mr. Illianor?

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Admiral Haydes leans over and whispers something to the female Admiral and she nods once. The Admiral pauses and looks up at Ensign Pike, motioning for him to have a seat::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::glances at Haydes::  Haydes: A terrible waist of an excellent officer...  Command Officers are hard to come by these days....

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::steps off the TL on Deck 5 and heads nervously down the Corridor towards the lounge::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Arrives at the lounge and looks around::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Glances at his PADD, sees its 21:55, decides to walk in:: 

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::enters the turbolift:: Computer: Deck 5

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::He nods once and the female Admiral gives a singular nod with him:: CIV: We lost three Captains during this operation. The losses of Commander Janan, Lt. Commander N'Vel and Captain Pearson will definitely hurt moral throughout the task force.

CEO_LtJg_Harris says:
::in and ME running around getting my self cleaned up and heads for deck 5

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Sees Haydes and Black:: Haydes: Good Evening, Admiral, Captain Black.  ::Offers a hand::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::Enters the lounge studiously avoiding eye contact with the admirals and Captain Black::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::nods::  Haydes: Agreed...  we should be sure to replace them with qualified officers who can boost moral or we'll facing a far worse situation...

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::looks up at the XO, then back down:: XO: Of course, sir. In a minute.

CEO_LtJg_Harris says:
TL: Deck: 5.

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Checking engine stats and latest reports on engine performances during flight::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
::Sits Down in the seat offered him not sure what to say not even checked in for duty under the unusual circumstances ::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Haydes nods to Commander Lessing politely, he motions to the woman beside him:: XO: Commander, allow me to introduce Rear Admiral Nayiza...she has joined me from Starfleet Command...

CEO_LtJg_Harris says:
::steps off and heads for the lounge::

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::finally, he moves into the lounge, taking a seat in the back...::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Exits the TL and enters the lounge, moving while in thought, not paying attention to people around him::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::spots the CMO and takes a seat next to him:: CMO: How are you holding up Zoran?

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Inclines his head and offers a hand to the Admiral:: Nayiza: I am please to meet you.  I wish I could say I have heard of you, but to be honest, I haven’t.

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
CIV: The last thing we want is a war with our own crews fighting against each other...::Haydes looks up and glances in Pierce's direction::

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::Still tugging at her collar, she walks through the corridors towards the lounge::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::looks over to the CTO and put on a faint smile:: CTO: Hey Ethan. I am holding together. Never thought I would miss someone so soon after Kerak left. What about you?

CEO_LtJg_Harris says:
::enters the lounge and find a seat and takes it::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: I'm bearing up, took a lot for me to actually come here though. I felt I was starting to get close to Karida.

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::sits down in an empty seat he sees::

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::Her eyes immediately fix on the Commander's, she nods her head affirmatively, with a side glance towards Haydes:: XO: Commander Lessing, we have much to discuss ::looks over the room stating with resignation in her voice:: We have much to discuss.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Nods:: CTO: I know exactly what you mean. ::Glances over to the casket::

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::yawning softly, inwardly, he keeps his eyes down upon the backing of the chair in front of him, as he considers what the next items on the repair agenda are...::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: looks about the room at the unfamiliar faces with mixed emotions feeling a bit guilty for excitement welled in him for his first assignment but death of a captain is all that loomed on the air ::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
 Nayiza: I have no doubt that we do.  But we unfortunately have to get through... this first.

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::stands from his chair, nods at Haydes and replying softly::  Haydes: That speaks for itself...

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Decides to have a check on the bridge and over see flight procedure ::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: She will certainly be missed.

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::He notices as the Admiral looks his way and he nods once:: XO/Nayiza: A meeting following the ceremony may be pertinent...::He glances in Black's direction:: CIV: Your presence may also be required, Captain...

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Simply nods while making a fist, preventing from shedding a load of tears::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::nods at the Haydes::  Haydes: Understood, Admiral...

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
XO: Yes I have noted the reports regarding the timeliness of this crew.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
Haydes: Am I to assume that most of the crew doesn't need to know what we discuss during this meeting.

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::Enters the lounge and glances around... now is not the time to make herself formally known, but she picks her way towards Commander Lessing::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Looks around finally and notices the people present... Haydes and Black... great, just the people he wanted to see at this time... ::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::He nods once::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
Haydes: Being the lounge, I am sure we can get them to stay here.

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: enters on the bridge ignore a few glaring eyes::

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::bows her head once to Black with Haydes' remark::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
::Seeing the CMO he feels a bit uncomfortable in waiting for a good time to hand his orders to him , nods to the CMO for a brief acknowledgment that he is there ::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: On a lighter note, I hear see you have a new addition to your team.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::While controlling his water flow from his eyes, he spots the new MO and sees him nodding to him. He nods back as to say hi.::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Darek Haydes' attention is immediately drawn to Marla Enki making a beeline to Commander Lessing. He watches her intently, and moments later he notices as his minions arrive, Kaimana Xia, Brody Majors, Alina Zin and Lon Delar...a dreadful quartet...::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::motions toward the MO discreetly with his head::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: moving to his console adjusting a few parameters::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::leans over to the CTO:: CTO: Yes, I have received a report, but didn't expect him so early. I hope this doesn't discourage him already.

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::looks around, wondering about all this attention from all these individuals...::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Notices Zin enter the lounge... well there's a sight for sore eyes... She never once thanked him... oh well... sighs::

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::As she draws near, she notices the eyes of Admiral Haydes... she stares back, cold.  She senses more than realizes that someone else has entered::  XO: Excuse me, Lieutenant Commander?

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: I think if he deals with this, he should last quite a while.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Glances around the room, his face clouds over:: Haydes: Excuse me for a second.  A brief crew matter.  *FCO*: Mr Exeter, we are eagerly awaiting your arrival.  When can we expect you?

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
:;Glances around and Sees Enki:: Self:  Marla...  hmmm...

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::He notices as his quartet move to the back of the room and take their seats near Black and Nayiza::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
*XO*: To busy, call me later. I'll be there for the wake, sir. :: goes back to his console

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Smiles faintly again:: CTO: I hope he does. After our last missions, I could sure use some help around here.

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::gives the XO an unamused sort of look::

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::Stumbles over the words slightly, a combination of things::  XO: It's... good to see you again, sir.  I want you to know I've been reassigned as your Counsellor.

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: I wholeheartedly agree Zoran, we could do with some more medical staff. ::smiles::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
*FCO*: Very Well, Mr Exeter.  See me in my ready room later.  

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
XO: aye-aye, sir. :: goes back to his work::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
Nayiza: I'm not going to get myself angry with him now.  I will deal with that later.

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Looks up again as he recognizes a voice... and now a face... who is that woman? she was in the cave as well::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: emotions rising up from the saddened crew about the lounge flood the young ensigns mind making it hard for him to continue in his excitement of being on his first starship ::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CNS: Yes, good to see you as well Marla.  I'm glad you're here.  This crew needs you, in more ways than you think.  We can talk later.

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::Nods::  XO: Yes... later.  Will you excuse me?

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Haydes looks down at a PADD in his hand and hands it over to Black:: CIV: I'm considering moving Lt. Commander Barkas from the Teritella into command of the Dynasty. I don't feel comfortable with Lt. Commander Hixxan being in command of that ship...

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::watches the four figures noting the exchange between Enki and Lessing::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CNS: Certainly.  ::A wisp of a smile crosses his face.  It'll be good to have at least one ally::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::hears the FCO over the comm and glances at the XO::  XO: If you'd like I can drag him butt down here, Commander...  this kind of disrespect I can't stand....  ::frowns::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::looks in front of him to the casket... seemingly lost in deep thoughts::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: I think I'm going to need a stiff drink after this.

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: stops for a brief second closing his eyes and feeling something of remorse::

CNS_LtCmdr_Enki says:
::Turns on her heel, away from Admiral Haydes.  Keeping her back to him, she walks away, fading into the background of the lounge::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CIV: Actually, Captain I'd rather have him not here, than here and being obnoxious.  I think I'm going to have to do a lot of work with him.  

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: He had tried to keep his emotion in check over the last few days. He was responsible for her death, but he had to keep this ship running in her absence, that much he owed to her::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
CTO: Eh?... Yes, yes I agree. Perhaps when I met with the new MO, I will join you afterwards. If that is okay with you of course.

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::he frowns, as he looks upon those assembled... it's almost as if he can still hear the captain's voice in his mind, but that is just a remnant of his last telepathic encounter with her... he shakes it off, and becomes annoyed all over again::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
CMO: That'd be great but I don't think it would be the same enjoying myself in here after this.

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::nods::  XO: As you wish...  ::takes a seat and watches the proceedings::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Nods, staying strong again:: CTO: True.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
Admirals/CIV: I think we should get started, if you'll excuse me.  We can talk later.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Walks up to the Dias and Stands there, waiting for the crew to settle down before starting::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: he had made sure that most of the senior staff where okay, but he lost her and all because he was too concerned with the SO. He had made his choices and it didn't do much good if he did go to the reception::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Haydes nods once almost to himself and then mutters something under his breath. It's barely audible, and if a Vulcan listened closely they could hear him say "Yes, keep an eye on her."::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::nods at Haydes::  Haydes: Agreed... that sounds like a good assessment...  especially in these circumstances....  although I don't he is ready for the Captain title yet.... you ?

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Silence arrives, and he begins:: All: Fellow crew of the Scimitar, we are gathered to pay our last respects to Karida Janan.  

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
CIV: No...and most especially not after losing his wife on the Dynasty...::He sighs and glances to Nayiza:: CIV: We definitely have much to discuss...::He falls silent and looks towards Lessing::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Lost in thoughts again he looks up as the XO begins to speak::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::turns his attention to the XO::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Tries to look at the XO without crying::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: Her record as a Starfleet Officer speaks for itself - she was highly decorated, receiving amongst other things the Distinguished Service Medal. 

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::nods:: VAdm: It would appear so...::falls silent, thinking at last, as she watches the XO::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: But the decorations we accumulate over a lifetime are not so important as the people whose lives she touched.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: She was Captain of this ship for only a short while, but I feel she touched my life during that time.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: I will remember her for her smile, that appeared at any time, and lightened my load when I was struggling.

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: looks up and heads for his quarters::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: I will remember her for her willingness to do what was right, no matter the cost.

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Mumbles to himself:: and what a cost it was...

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: quickly grabs his dress whites and hurries to the Main lounge::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: And I will remember that it was that determination that caused her to lay down her own life, in the hope that it might save us.

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: Impatiently awaits the ceremony to begin and get over thinks to self how the overwhelming emotions and mental bickering amongst the filled room was causing one of his on sets and having a hard time blocking the majority out from his mind ::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: If anyone else would like to speak, please step up.  :: Steps down from the Dias, his head ducked to hide his emotions::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Stands up::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Looks around briefly and walks towards the Dias::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Stops before the main lounge correcting his uniform and checking his breathing:: self: I still feel I look like a freaking waiter :: Sneaks into the main lounge::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::doesn't allow himself even a little emotion to show at the XO's speech::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::As he steps onto it and looks at the rest of the crew, then at the casket::

EO_LtJG_Ilianor says:
::sits quietly, looking mildly miserable, his hands folded on his lap, as he listens to the speakers as they go, one by one...::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::clears his throat:: ALL: As you all know, the captain as was more than just a captain to us all.

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Takes cover in a shadow watching the CMO at the Dias::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Makes a move to get up, but sits back down as the CMO stands up... what has he got to say anyways...::

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::watches them and glances down to the Padd in her hand, a half betazoid near her and these emotions everywhere::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Notices the FCO sneak in and smiles...  He's not as tough as he pretends to be::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
ALL:: She was like a mother to her family. Always caring and always watching at us. If we got into trouble, she would be there. If we needed someone to talk to, she would be there.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Sighs:: ALL: That caring and loving person, who we all gratefully called our captain... is no more.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
ALL: I know that I speak for all of us, that she will be missed by all.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
ALL: I... I just want... ::Tilts his head down and covers his eyes with his fingers:: I'm sorry.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Looks at the casket and addresses the former captain for who she was:: CO: Captain, farewell. ::and steps down::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Slowly walks back to his seat, still covering his eyes::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::pats the CMO on the shoulder as he takes his seat::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::slowly stands up::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Sits down and nods without looking at the CTO::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: leans back and crosses his arms and looks down at the floor::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::In the back of the room Admiral Haydes stands and heads towards the front of the lounge::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::looks to the casket then walks to the podium::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::takes the podium with his head down::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
ALL: I'll admit I'm not too good at making speeches so I'll make this swift...

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
ALL: When I first came aboard the Scimitar, I was the typical nervous newbie... I didn't know anyone and I didn't know how the crew would react to having a new CTO...

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::leans over to the MO as the Admiral walks to the front and whispers:: MO: Try not to let them in...

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
ALL: From that day, and every day since, Commander Janan was like a mentor to me... She gave me the strength and confidence I needed to "fit in" with the existing crew and advance my standing in this community...

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Looks up and sees Enki, and a sharp pain stabs his chest::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: looks at the RAdm in confusion , never meeting another Betazoid in his life he didn’t realize she was one and whispers back :: RAdm: I try but sometimes its to hard in these circumstances you don’t understand

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::turns his attention to the casket:: Casket: I just want to say, Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. Your influence has been my guiding light since I came aboard and I will always consider you... a true friend.

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::Bows his head respectfully to the casket and steps down from the podium headed back to his seat::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::He takes his time moving to the front of the lounge and as Ethan MacAllister steps down he takes a spot in front of the podium, looking at the cold, battle hardened faces before him...his gaze specifically focusing on Marla Enki...::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
ALL: When a Starfleet Officer dies in the line of duty there is paperwork that needs to be done, forms to sign, letters to right and inquiries to be made - all official bureaucracy that is required by command. But what Command doesn't see is the body, the person that we once served with...::He glances to the casket::

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::simply nods knowingly without another word::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Looks at Haydes heading for the centre, if looks could kill Haydes would have been dead by now:: self: he should have died instead of her, it was his screw up.

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
ALL: Commander Karida Janan was an amazing woman, one you all know...but none of you saw her in her early days. So young and full of potential...::He smiles for once:: She has faced the most difficult trials and kept you all a close family. No one could ask more of her as a friend, a leader, or as a Captain. Commander Janan...I salute you.

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::The Admiral gives a proper military salute and moves over to the casket. He reveals a single red rose he had behind his back and places it on top of the casket:: Karida: Farewell my friend...::He moves back to the end of the room and into the shadows once more::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
:;Steps back up to the Dias, his face a frozen mask:: All: Crew...  Attention.  ::Salutes::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Stands at attention and gives a salute to the CO, his face blank::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Looks to his side as the CTO sits down and nods with yet another faint smile::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::stands from his chair and comes to attention, giving a formal salute::

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::Nayiza actually forces herself to her feet and salutes::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::stands to attention and salutes the CO trying still to not allow the emotion to flood over him::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: stands to attention, but doesn't salute. To old fashion and was abolished with good reason::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Gets up and stands to attention and whips out a proud salute::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::He salutes, standing between Nayiza and Black...the three command officers saluting together::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Looks as the FCO doesn't salute... and hopes the EO would for once do something nice and haunt the FCO with it::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Still at attention, still saluting:: *OPS*: Energise.

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: Tries to think back to when he was younger before his mother had passed just as he was coming into his abilities and the lessons she begin to teach him but never had the chance to finish to control the flow of thoughts and block them out to filter them but it wasn’t helping much but it was a little::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: trying to keep his emotions in check:: self: just a few more minutes.

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::shoots a stern look at the FCO for not saluting::

Action - The transporter beam locks onto the casket as it disappears into the shimmering light, as per the Commanders instructions.

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::A few tears flow from his eyes, rolling down his cheek and making a freefall on the floor.::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: Closing his eyes and checking his breathing::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::closes his eyes and says a silent prayer for the CO to send her on her way::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
Crew: At Ease.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Steps down from the Dias::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Thinks back at the nice times he had with Karida::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::slowly drops his arm down by his side and opens his eyes::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: stands at ease, closing his eyes and mumbling an old earth prayer::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: as the Casket disappeared the thoughts and the emotions in the room grew to a overwhelming  level he tried to fight them out but it was to late he was unconscious slipping to the floor ::::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::Stands at easy, wiping a few other tears from his eyes and cheeks::

Action - As the crew realise that the body of their captain is gone the shadows in the corners of the rooms around those hiding from the crowd appear to intensify. For a moment it is silent.

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Turns to look out of the window, silently thinking "Go to your destiny, Karida" ::

CMO_LtJG_Abmeraz says:
::looks at the CTO, but says nothing::

CIV_Capt_Black says:
::stands at ease as he looks down at the floor, thinking about the history he and Karida shared::

MO_Ens_Pike says:
:: thoughts of only his mother filled his head as he lay there ::

SO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::He looks out the window… wondering if maybe somewhere she's looking down on them… protecting them as she always has::

VAdm_Darek_Haydes says:
::Admiral Darek Haydes watches the space once filled with the casket and he wonders if everything has been working towards for the past six years has been worth it - or if it has all been in vain. He lets out a sigh and turns to Nayiza...they have work to do::

CTO_LtCmdr_MacAllister says:
::tries to hold his emotions with his last bit of strength but cannot stop a solitary tear from rolling down his cheek::

FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:: takes a breath and looks out of the window nods then leaves::

XO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Looks over at Nayiza and Haydes, wondering what is to come::

Host RAdm_Nayiza says:
::Nayiza nods to the bar tender who obligingly opens the bar, then turns to Haydes, Black and Commander Lessing:: Adm/Black/XO: I believe now is an appropriate time to talk. Presents a Padd to the XO... Your new Medical Officer... Pike, You'll have time to become acquainted.

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