Summary… with a hostile Airilian fleet quickly arriving and building on the border of the Satai Delta and Televon Systems; is there much point in attempting a second round of peace talks? What has sparked the desire for the Airilian National Assembly to make contact after almost a year?

The U.S.S. Dynasty sends another volley of torpedoes; four ships in formation begin to look overshadowed by the sheer number of attacking craft. At Starbase 657, U.S.S. Eridanus gives the signal she is ready to depart and the small fleet moves from the Starbase.

On Starbase 657 the activity has been endless, personnel coordinating the defences, a research group posted continuously at decks 4 through to 6; during the past day it has been hard to travel through some areas, security turning people back at every turn with no explanations.

The Scimitar is given the word that she is clear to depart, leaving the fate of Starfleet's final line of defence rests with the stability of these two systems…

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Scimitar Mission =/\==/\=

CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::On the bridge, back at his old station which he hasn't seen for a while with all the hassle of the - now dead - patients::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::Reads the PADD in front of her and stands:: FCO: Please head for these co-ordinates and best possible speed when ready to depart ::hands Exeter the PADD::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Looks around at his new quarters and dumps his bags on the small bed::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::sitting in his seat on the bridge looking at the repair reports::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::inserts the co-ordinates and raises an eyebrow then looks back:: CO: Ready to go if you are,ma'am?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::exits his quarters and heads towards the nearest turbo lift::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Walks out of the bathroom in his quarters and adjusts his suit, before leaving for sickbay.:: Self: Another day, another shift.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Arrives on the Bridge in a turbolift car and moves towards the center area, directly to the Captain::  CO: Captain, may I speak with you?
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
FCO: Set sail Lieutenant.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::enters turbo lift::TL: Bridge!
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CNS: Just the Person. CNS/XO: My ready room please
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::looks to the CO and stands to follow her::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Lieutenant Pierce may also be of benefit, Captain...
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CO: Aye :: hits the enage button, setting the ship  oncourse to their new coordinates::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CNS: We will speak after...  right now we have something else
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CSO: you have the bridge
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Turns to face the CO:: CO: aye ma'am
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
:Quickly makes his way to sickbay and spots nurse Lenny make the final preperations on the pair for storage.::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::walks to her ready room::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Arrives on the bridge and spots the CO and XO entering the CO's ready room:: Self: Great!
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::tilts her head slightly::  CO: Um... yes, ma'am.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::follows the CO into the RR::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::turns as she see Macallister enter and waits for the CNS::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks at the EO as he enters the bridge and smiles:: EO: Welcome aboard mr DuPont
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CSO: Thank you Lt.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Follows the pair quietly::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Sees the CMO enter and looks at him:: CMO: Good day sir. I am almost done with them. ::Looks at the pair with a distant look in her eyes.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Takes a seat in the captains chair... You don't get the chance for that very often::

Action... Scimitar leaves the Starbase... to once again start peace talks.

CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::glances at the latest sensor readings on the Airilian Armada and raises an eyebrow::  Self: Well, they've gone another step further it seems...
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::Turns as she watches the door close and turns ti face the commanders:: XO/CNS: Commanders we have been given new mission orders, and its a diplomatic one ::tries not to sigh:: we are to pick up an Ambassador from Atwood and deliver him safely to the meeting.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CTO: Is Salwa ready to leave, Lieutenant?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CSO: I was hoping to meet with the XO or even the CO::Looks at the ready room door:: No worries I'm sure I'll get to them sooner or later
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
EO: No problem, i'm sure they won't be long. Anything i can help you with?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Nods at Lenny and takes over the work she has done so far.:: Lenny: Thank you. ::Pauses for a moment:: I think it's time you got some extra rest. Why don't you take today off and then we'll see how you are doing then, okay?
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::raises an eyebrow::  FCO: I'm sure he is.... ::smiles faintly::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CSO: No thanks Lt. I'll go find the engine room and maybe even have a medical
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CTO: Good we have a nice spot to dump the good doctor, we are on course to the USS Atwood and we might as well dump the doctor there.
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
FCO: I have nothing against it... the mission we are going on seems to be one with a low survival rate anyways... ::grins::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
EO: Good idea. I'm sure we'll have time for a chat soon enough
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO/CNS: Now hes to have a meeting with the national Assembly Until Ambassador Childs and his Aide Astra Mir are aboard our co-ordinates are unknown
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Shakes her head.:: CMO: No sir, I would like to stay and take care of these two, if that is okay with you. I feel kind of... owing them sir.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Nods and turns on his heel heading back to the TL::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CTO: 45,000 kilometers from enemy fleet. 
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO/CNS: Oh and it seems Dr Salwa is departing our comapny the SS Vela will be meeting us too ::tres not to smile::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: What's our estimated time of arrival mr Exeter?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: I thought peace talks were futile with the AMA.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
TL: Sickbay
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Nods again:: Lenny: If that is what you want, I will not be in your way. You can find me in my office, should you need me. ::He turns around and walks towards his office.::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: well lets try and make this meeting work
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: won't tell ya if ya keep calling me mister.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: With respect cap'n, if last time is anything to go by, that will not be an easy task.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
XO: It does not matter if it will be easy or not, it is our responsibility to see that these peace talks do not collapse.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Steps out of the TL and walks into sickbay::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::smiles:: FCO: Sorry Jim. Where are we headed anyways?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: rendevouz with the Atwood and a Civilian ship, just 45,000 km away from the ANA armada. ETA 10 minutes.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Sits down in his chair, about to grab a PADD to review todays work and notices that a new EO has signed on to the Scimitar officers list.::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CNS: you job will be to see to the Ambassador and his aides needs .. within reason, they are not to have full run on this ship.... be wary of them Commander as well, let me know if you have any suspisions about anything.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::nods::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Looks around and heads towards the CMO's office::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Sorry, Captain, are you telling me to be suspicious of our own Starfleet Ambassadorial staff?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::checks his console and speeds the ship up a bit:: CSO: Make that 8 mins.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: Exactly .. its our job to try and make this work ....CNS: No I'd just rather not have any complications if you understand what i am trying to say
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Sticks his head through the door and clears his throat:: CMO: Doctor?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: You don't say? 45,000 km from an Airilian armada? ::shudders..another diplomatic mission:: You in a hurry? 
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Looks up from his PADD:: EO: Yes?
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO/CNS: Other than that I have nothing else .. questions ?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Doesn't really know what the Captain is suspicious of, but nods anyway::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: The faster we get there, the better. Before one of those dopes in that armada spots us and wants to play tag.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: Will they be requiring any security crew?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CMO: Ensign Zefram DuPont, the Scimitar's new engineering officer....uhh reporting for my physical?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: This ship can't take on a whole Armada........But then again it ain't a certainty
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: I will leave that to your descression Commander
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: Not really playing it safe with not being on at least yellow alert. With your flying skills we can Jim ::smiles::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: I'd like to have at least a small team accompany our deligates.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
EO: Oh yes, ofcourse. ::Pauses before he put his PADD down and gets up from his chair.:: I'm Zoran Abmeraz, pleased to meet you. ::Extends his hand to the EO::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: I'll fly this ship between that aramada for CTO to take a few pot shots and have her out with minium damage.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Shakes the CMO's hand:: CMO: Pleased to meet you Doctor
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: understood you have my agreement .. XO/CNS: anything else
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::looks over the sensor readings::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Nothing relating to this mission, no, ma'am
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: Knowing you, that's not even far beside the truth. To be honest... I only know 1 man that can match your skills and he used to serve on this ship
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: Do we have any intel on the numbers at the Arillian front lines? I assume we'll be expected to cross them.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Gestures the EO to follow him into sickbay:: EO: Shall we get this check on the way then? Anything I need to know before we start??
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: yes we do I will forward relavent details from the message from Admiral haydes
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CMO: No Doctor::hands over a padd with his last medical physical data on it:: as far as I know I'm in good health
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: Heck, who do you think taught me the ropes.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::nods:: CO: I'll make sure Lieutenant Watson is sufficiently prepared.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: Would be nice to see you two flying against each other. I wouldn't know who to put my money on
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: understood if there is nothing else then you are dismissed Commander
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CNS: I beleive you wanted to talk to me ?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: Be glad John ain't running this ship, John would have found a way to decimate that armada with only the Scimitar.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::nods and briefly snaps to attention before turning and leaving the RR and stepping onto the bridge::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Yes.  Again, I suggest that the additional expertice of Lieutenant Pierce will be helpful...
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: and put you money on John, He's a traine dpilot, he's been flying shuttles since he was eight. I'm a Tactical man myself.
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::glances at the CSO::  CSO: It appears that a medium seized Airilian Cruiser has broken formation, weapons armed.... the course extrapolation suggests that they are on an intercept course... ETA approx 14 minutes...
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Takes the PADD from the EO and looks it over for a moment:: EO: This was issued by your former CMO?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CMO: Correct Doctor, a Doctor Maldives based at Starfleet Command on Earth
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CNS: I would rather not dismiss anyone from there station at the moment commander.... but please run it by me first
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: ETA? Can we make tie coordinates before we get into range of that cruiser?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: No problems. We'll have enough time when we meet the Atwood and Vela.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::A smiles comes to his face.:: EO: I remember him from my days at the academy. I hope he is doing fine? Never thought he would have made it to CMO. ::Walks over to the scanner and prepares it for the EO.::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::hears the CTO as he enters the bridge:: CTO: Mister Watson, raise shields and place weapons on hot standby.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Um, understood, Captain.  ::Produces a PADD from nowhere and hands it to her::  CO: These are the sensor readings from the USS Eridanus of the Scimitar.. and the Starbase... during the recent crisis.  You'll note that a similar subspace distortion field appeared at locations within the base...
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: How much time? The atwood needs some time to clear datum too
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CMO: He's doing fine Sir.. as long as he never has to board a Starship ::grins:: I never understood how a medical doctor could get space sick ::shakes head::
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::nods at the XO and brings the weapons from low power emission to full standby and directs additional energy to the shields::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: John, Scan that cruiser, see if you can find a weak spot in thier shields.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
:: opening Comms to vela and Atwood:: CSO: Trust me. By the time that cruiser gets close we are long gone, unless the Vela is too slow.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::looks at the padd with interest and looks back at at Enki:: CNS: Expalin this to me
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO: Perfect. Thanks Jim
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: I can't, that's why I wanted Pierce to join us.  He may have theories.

Action... a flash at OPS shows they are being hailed.

XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CO*: Captain, we have a medium sized Arillian cruiser on an intercept course.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Chuckles:: EO: I know exactly what you mean. Please step onto the X there. ::Points down:: And we shall begin with the first scan. This will be over in a bit.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Incomming comms, Putting it on screen.  :;slowing the ship down to stop infront of the vela and Atwood::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::thinks:: CNS: Okay hand this to him .. right now I need everyone where they should be.. I want the both of you to work on it as soon as possible and report to me when you have some kind of Explination
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CTO: ETA on that cruiser,please?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Moves onto the X and stands still::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
*XO* Understood On my way
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Aye sir, scanning ::taps in some commands and initiates a scan to find out the battle capabilities of the Airilian cruiser:: XO: The FCO assured me we have enough time to make the rendevouz and get out before we get in weapons range
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Aye, Captain.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: I understand that John, but I want a contingency plan.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Hurry them up with beaming and stuuf and we can be out of here Really, really fast!
Host SM_TigerLady says:
@ <Amb Childs> :: A middle aged gentleman, stands tall on the cramped space offered within the runabout::COM: USS Scimitar: Greetings, This is Ambassador Childs, I request permission to come aboard with my Aide Ms Astra Mir ::a young red haired Trill female steps up beside him::.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::Smiles at Enki:: CNS: thankyou Counsellor for bringing this to my notice ::head out on to the bridge::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Presses some buttons and waits for the scanner to finish its familiar humming sound.::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Finishes with the pair and ask some MO's to help her carry the bodies to their storage locations.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks at the XO to see if he will answer the comm::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
*Salwa*: Doctor you and yopur team can beam aboard the Vela, please hurry up and good journey,doctor.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Follows the Captain out, figuring that was the equivalent of a dismissal... not so happy already.  She takes a look at the viewscreen as she sits down at her seat::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::looks at the screen:: COM: Atwood: Ambassador, Permission granted, I suggest you make haste in your preparations for beamout.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Looks at the console of the scanner and sees a perfect report, matching the one on the PADD:: EO: Well, this looks just fine, no comments from me either.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::walks on to the Bridge Just catching the Ambassador:: XO: report!!

Action.. OPS flashes another hail this time from SS Vela...

XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: John, get a lock on them and make it quick.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Another hail from the vela, puttting on screen ::checking if Salwa is hurrying up::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CMO: Thank you....are we done?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
Transporter room: Stand ready to beam 2 aboard from USS Atwood. We need this to be done fast
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: We're about to beam the ambassador aboard cap'n, the Arillian ship is still bearing down on us.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CO: If we just hurry up I can make sure we'll be long gone when that cruiser gets here.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CTO: Scan weapon capabilities and are they in a threating manor ?
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: Get the Ambassador aboard and Salwa off this ship quickly commander
Host SM_TigerLady says:
#<Captain Mcguire> : COM: USS Scimitar: Please could we speed this process up ::is agitated::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Nods as he saves the data from the scanner onto the PADD:: EO: I guess we are, yes. Just try to take it easy out there. I know we are heading into the snake pit again. I wouldn't like to see you end up here somewhere soon.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: I have ordered Salwa's team to Transporter room 3,sir.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CTO: If need be, have a security team escort Salwa to the Transporter room.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CNS: Please meet the Amb in the in the transporter room
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::nods:: COM: SS Vela: Stand by Captain, he's on his way.
Host SM_TigerLady says:
@<Amb Childs> COM: USS Scimitar: certainly, we have a few items... ::the young lady rushes picking up pieces and then nods:: Ready on your mark.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Understood, Captain.  ::Stands from her chair and deposits herself in a turbolift::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Smiles:: CMO: Don't worry Doctor I definitely do not want to end up here
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::nods to the CSO:: CSO: Now John.
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::scans the incoming Airilian Vessel::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::looks around::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Nods and smiles again:: EO: Good to hear that... Now off with you and good luck.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Could we beam off Salwa's team off ship now?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
Transporter room: Engage transporters
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CMO: Thanks Doctor ::exits sick bay and heads towards  the nearest TL::
Host SM_TigerLady says:
<Dr Salwa> ::mumbles something as he steps onto the Transporter Pad, with his colleagues:: *Bridge*: We're ready.. ::Sighs::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::hears the FCO:; XO/FCO: get him off my ship please
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: John, get him off the ship as soon as he gets there. No excuses.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CTO: anything on that ship yet ?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: The cruiser seems to have some fighters, which we can deal with. And lasers which we can survive if we dont hang around
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Aye sir
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::slaving ops, Lock's on Salwa's team and tries to beam to the Vela:: CO: Doing so now!
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Understood. and their shields?
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
FCO: Thankyou
Host SM_TigerLady says:
<Amb Childs> ::materialising, he then steps away and glances around his eyes falling the Transporter Chief, he nods and walks out::.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Enters the TL:: TL: Engineering!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::As the EO leaves sickbay again, he looks over to nurse Lenny, who is still storing the bodies and staring.::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
XO: Why is the Engineering consol unmanned ?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: I got Salwa, You better tell me time to intercept with that cruiser.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Exits the turbolift, catching the Ambassador exiting the transporter room::  Amb: Ambassador Childs?  Ambassador!  I'm Commander Marla Enki, ship's Counselor...
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: DuPont is on his way to ME Cap'n, he can do more from down there.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CO: new coordinates,captain. I need them and fast.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::thinks:: XO: Oh the New engineering officer ::hears the FCO: hang on there Lt
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
*CNS* Bolitho to Enki
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: They have torpedo capabilities as well it seems sir. We better clear out fast. Shields are not the best, but i wouldnt want to give them a test
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*CO*: Yes, Captain?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Enters engineering and looks around admiring his new home::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
*CNS* We need those co-ordinates quickly with that vessle coming in

Action.. Dr Salwa and his team dissapear from the decks of the Scimitar, once again aboard a civilian vessel.. The SS Vela, turns and makes best speed away from the scene

CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Bites her tounge before yelling "I'd do my job better if you weren't interferring at the moment"::  *CO*: Working on it, ma'am.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::hears the CSO:: CTO: red Alert
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CO: If I'm not getting coordinates I'll just go warp 9 to any location far away from here,ma'am. Any direction you can give and I can alter coordinates later on.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CTO: Watch that cruiser, if it turns for the Vela, disable it.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He turns around and walks back to his office, thinking back at his colleague Maldives and begins to smile again.:: Self: Maldives being CMO. Hah, guess he finally did it.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
FCO: prepare for evasive manoeuvres if need be lieutenant
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Hears the red alert klaxon:: Self: Uh that doesn't sound good
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CO: Great! this is not my fault, captain. ::gets out the evasive maneuveres::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
FCO: undestood Lt .. lets get out of the way Now
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::having activated red alert he nods at the XO::  XO: Understood... the cruiser has the same capabilities as we do, it would probably be an even match if we had a standard crew...  :;grins::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Just before he reaches his office he hears the alarm and turns around. As in a reflex he begins to order a few of the MO's to begin preparing sickbay for possible incoming casualties:: Self: I guess Maldives doesn't have to worry for situations like this much. ::Sighs::
Host Amb_Childs says:
::nods to the CNS:: CNS: A pleasure to be on board, now which way to the bridge please?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
Amb: Um, right this way, Ambassador.  Perhaps I could call ahead if you could provide the coordinates of our next rendezvous?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
:: engages Warp And sets the ship away from the Armada:: CO: When we have the co-ordinates just hand them over.
Host Amb_Childs says:
<Astra Mir> ::follows the ambassador closely, carrying a large bag and clinging to a padd in the other arm::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Prepares some damage control parties::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Gets up from the captains chair and moves over to the science console::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CTO: Well, they would lose, we got one of the best pilots in the fleet manning the con.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::Hears the FCO but doesn't answer and goes and sit in her chair:: CTO: make sure full scans are carried out
Host Amb_Childs says:
::nods once more:: CNS: Considering our situation, perhaps that would be wise... ::turns taking the padd from his aide and passing it to the CNS with a smile::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
*EO* Bolitho to Dupont
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Taps her commbadge::  *FCO*: Helm, set course... ::reads off a set of coordinates::

Action... As the Scimitar attempts to jump to warp... The cruiser flashes with light as a discharge leaves it's hull... the scimitar rocks slight as it's shields are hit and the Squardons continue their advance..

CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Together with the MO's he begins to set up a few trays of standard equipment and makes sure each set of biobeds has the nescesary tools besides them.::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Hears the comm ,frowns and thinks "I haven't done anything yet!":: *CO*: DuPont here
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::shakes with the ship::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
*CNS*: Course set and engaging Maximum Warp :: Sets in the co-ordinates:: CO: I'm Bailing her out now,ma'am 
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::feels the rock and sighs:: *EO* I want to know if this ship is battle ready Ens ?
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CSO: Sheilds?
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CTO: Damage report ?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Tries to stay stable as he grabs on to a biobed, nearly knocking over one of the trays:: Outloud: Hey! We're not ready down here.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Steps into a turbolift car, holding it for the Ambassador and aide::  *XO*: Commander, the Ambassador and I are on the way to the Bridge.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: Holding ma'am. Minimal damage
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
*EO*: Jim Exeter your pilot. Any problems with engine, ensign? 
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Feels the impact and checks his console as the ship hits maximum warp:: *CO* As ready as we'll ever be Ma'am?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged Commander, make it quick.
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
*EO* I need those shields up and running at full parameters
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CTO: get them off our backs
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*XO*: Helm already has the coordinates, Commander.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*FCO* The engines are doing fine Lt, just remember we can't keep her at maximum warp for ever and a day...so treat her gently!
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::sits backputting his arms behind his head:: ALL: Damn, I'm good!
Host Amb_Childs says:
::nods again:: CNS: Thank you, ::after the shake:: I have to question if we are past talking.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CTO: Target thier weapon systems and fire.
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::nods at the CO as he actives the torpedo array and targets the Arilian Cruiser firing::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CO* Yes Ma'am
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CTO: Once fired Open comminucations
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
*EO*: Understood, Chief I'll drop her to warp 8 in a few minutes. Hope you like these slow days :;smiles::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
Amb: I believe an Airilian vessel was bearing down on us... there is no peace yet... ::looks grim::  Computer: Turbolift, Bridge!
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Begins frantically working on rerouting power through to the shields::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Finishes the preperation run and looks around at sickbay being ready for yet another load of casualties... should it be needed.::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*FCO* Thank you Lt.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Starts scanning for any more ships in the vicinity and to keep an eye on the cruiser to make sure it's not going after the Vela::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
*EO*: Call me Jim, I never like using ranks.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::As his fingers fly across the console, he wonders why the Scimitar was even allowed to leave Starbase without fully functioning shield::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
CTO: open hailing frequencies LT
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::having fired he actives the comm array opening the communications as requested by the CO::  CO: Comm channel open...
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*EO* Ok...Jim, I'll uhh get back to you once I figure out why this ship has shields made of fly paper, DuPont out!
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
COM; Airilian Vessel: This Captain Bolitho of the UUS scimitar please explain why you are firing on us ::Smiles looks at the XO and shruggs her shoulders::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::smiles::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::sits back in his chair::

Action.. A second shot, the Scimitar shakes again the bridge crew thrown from their stations, as the ship quickly slows falling out of warp... with a shot from the scimitar the cruiser shakes, she slides from her course veering to the stern taking out one of the fighters as her hull smashes into the tiny craft...

CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Tries to stay on his feet as the Scimitar rocks::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::falls out of his chair::
CO_Capt-Bolitho says:
::feels the imapct:: All: Report!!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::With nothing to grab onto he falls to the ground::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::taps his com badge:: *CMO*: Chief, prepare sickbay!
CTO_Lt_Watson says:
::grabs his console in an attempt to keep his balance::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Feels the impact and manages to hang on as the Scimitar is lurched out of warp:: Self: Oh I can't believe this, my first mission out and I'm in the middle of a firefight!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Tries to get back on his feet.:: *XO*: Ugh... sickbay is already in full state of alert. If you have any casualties already, have them beam over. We'll be waiting for them.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::thrown over his console by the shock getting up:: Self: I thought I shook that guy off :;looks up annoyed getting back behind console:: *EO*: You ever did a fast jump out of warp and re-entry?

Action.. There is no response to the Hail.. The fighters continue to close in on the Scimitar... Enki and the Ambassador find themselves on the brigde, perhaps there has never been a better time for peace.

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