Host Tim says:
The Gryphon was finally supported by the long awaited Task Force, which chased off Ferengi ships seeking the reward.  Gryphon has been doing its own repairs and assisting the U'rath.

Host Tim says:
<<<Resume mission>>>

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Sitting in the captain's chair::

FCO_Dain says:
::at the helm::

CEO_Taylor says:
::In ME, correcting his spelling mistakes on his latest report to the captain::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::in sickbay, trying to sift through the damage::

XO-Lefler says:
::saunters around the bridge looking over report PADDs::

Civ_Ian says:
::hanging out on the bridge, with nothing in particular to do::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::in bridge, at SCI 1::

FCO_Dain says:
::keeping the Gryphon in a steady stance::

U`ral says:
@ ::standing quietly beside his mate, watching the ships, so much stronger their own, circle, and trying to lend aid::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> CMO: Here is the latest list of damage to sickbay.  Most of the injured are now in Cargo Bay 2.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::looks at list::  Press: Looks worse than originally thought...

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO: Captain, what is exactly our position about preventing any new attacks?

FCO_Dain says:
::listens in on CSO and CO::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CSO: Huh?

CSO_MacLeod says:
::runs a sweep of the system, looking for any vessel::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> CMO: Sir, Biobed 1 is still operational with Ensign Kint there.  Her progress is slow but steady.  The other biobeds are completely destroyed.
CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
Press: Our supplies will hold for a few days with current injured...we need to repair sickbay soon.

FCO_Dain says:
::fidgets in her chair... she is still stuffed from dinner::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Diverts his attention from "day dreaming" to the CSO. Quickly formulates a plan that he's been playing with since their assignment to protect the U'rath::

U`ral says:
@ ::presses a button with one extended claw to get the latest report from the colony::

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO:  I think we could launch some probes, specially modified to identify any tachyon signatures.  They will serve us as guardians, warning us.

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO: Each probe at a specific position around us.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CSO: Well, uh... ::Nods slowly:: Yes. Good idea. Have the probes launched immediately.

CEO_Taylor says:
<CPU> CEO: Spelling search complete, you have 125 mistakes.

CEO_Taylor says:
::Impressed:: CPU: That's yet another record -- I'm getting better and better in written English day after day! ::smiles and is happy:: Oh yes, computer, correct mistakes and print final results on this PADD.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::moves debris from off his desk::  Computer: Update medical supply list and send to Captain.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
FCO: What's the latest from the U'rath mother vessel?

FCO_Dain says:
::jumps from her day dream:: CO: Huh?

FCO_Dain says:
::gets in tune:: CO: Let me check.

CSO_MacLeod says:
::smiles and now looks at CO:: CO: I already have them ready; Captain, ready to launch at your order.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CSO: Scary. You know me better than I know myself. Launch at your discretion...

CSO_MacLeod says:
::taps some buttons, the probes are ready to be launched::

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO: Aye! ::launches the probes::

CEO_Taylor says:
::gets in TL:: Bridge.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> CMO: I see you accent has dissipated sir...

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
Press: Seems the effect was temporary...glad it is gone for now.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Reads the CMO's request for supplies and gently tabs through the screen:: Self: That's not too bad... must not have been as bad as the CEO made it out to be. ::Glances at the bottom of the page and can't help but drop his jaw:: Self: Page 1 of 6...

U`ral says:
@ ::reads the latest stats from the colony and he wants to rip out someone's throat for the death and destruction they've caused::

FCO_Dain says:
COM: U’rath: Requesting Update for Captain Wilkins.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
Press: Lets see if we can get rid of some of this...debris from here and try to make this functional again.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> CMO: Aye sir...

FCO_Dain says:
CO: Checking now sir.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Paces around the bridge for a couple of quick minutes before he sits back down again, cradling his face in his hands in exhaustion:: FCO: Thank you.

U`ral says:
@::pricks up an ear as he sees the comm light blink:: COM Gryphon: This is U'ral, pride leader... our vessel is mostly intact, but preliminary reports has almost total destruction on the colony. We request assistance for them first.

CSO_MacLeod says:
::observes the probes taking their positions, each one scanning its own sector and sending information to CSO's console::

FCO_Dain says:
COM: U'rath: I will relay the message and get back to you.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::lifts up parts of bulkheads and puts them into one corner::

U`ral says:
@ ::chokes out the words:: COM Gryphon: Thank  you...

FCO_Dain says:
CO: Sir, the planet is the most heavily damaged .. the U'rath are requesting support.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Raps his knuckles against the padd containing the CMO's report, thinking silently. Well, more brooding than thinking, but also thinking:: FCO: Thank you. Inform them that we will allocate as much of our resources as possible to their colony.

FCO_Dain says:
CO: Aye sir.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*MO* Update report of injured in Cargo Bay 2.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<MO> *CMO* Sir, still have 23 injured here.  7 pretty serious.  Many of the instruments are gone...we are holding are own though.

CEO_Taylor says:
CO: Here is the repairs that will have to be done at our next Starbase stop. ::looks at the bottom of the frame:: Self: 1 of 7, he's not going to like that!

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO:  Probes are in position; I'm receiving their readings now.  My console is prepared to warn us at any sign of a vessel entering the system.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CSO: Anything indicating Orion traffic in the sector? Or the task force, for that matter?

CSO_MacLeod says:
::looks over the data:: CO: Negative, sir.  We have faint readings of the task force still.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CSO: Very well, thank you.

FCO_Dain says:
COM U'rath: We will be able to assist, as much as we can. Please send us a report on what your priorities are.

U`ral says:
@ COM Gryphon: Understood... I will have the data for you in a moment (when I figure out how...)

FCO_Dain says:
COM: U'rath: Thank you.

CEO_Taylor says:
::sees that the captain has no reply for him -- yet so he goes to the Flight Control Station where Lt. Dain is sitting::

FCO_Dain says:
:;looks up at CEO: CEO: Yes?

CEO_Taylor says:
FCO: May I take a few readings from your station, Lieutenant?

FCO_Dain says:
CEO: By all means.. yes. Are you wanting me to move? :;looks at him::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*MO* I will send Ensign Press down with what little is left to help out.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Gently browses the CEO's padd, deliberately avoiding the bottom of the page:: CEO: Thank you. I think.

CEO_Taylor says:
CO: You're welcome, sir, I think... ::smiles::

CEO_Taylor says:
FCO: No, I can do it from here, I'm just being polite, Valerie told me that it couldn't hurt...

FCO_Dain says:
CEO: Being polite? No it cannot hurt. ::smiles::

U`ral says:
@ ::looks down at U'lona who is snoring softly, drained from the stress and smiles, then turns to the command board and tries to figure out the data he needs, and then sends it::

U`ral says:
@ COM Gryphon: I have sent along the data you need on this channel.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::turns to Press::  Press: Take whatever basically is left and get it down to Cargo Bay 2.  Take most of the medicine too.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> CMO: Aye sir.  ::he and another MO grab instruments and meds and head out::

FCO_Dain says:
COM: U'rath: Have it, thank you .
CO: Report is at your console from the U'rath.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Nods and smiles::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::sees Taylor at FCO station:: CEO: Lieutenant Taylor?

CEO_Taylor says:
::turns around:: CSO: Lieutenant MacLeod?

CEO_Taylor says:
::asks while taking the readings:: FCO: Any problems with your systems?

FCO_Dain says:
CEO: My systems or the ships? ::smiles at the joke:: No, everything is fine.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Waits for the CEO to finishing talking to the FCO before he approaches him::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::tries to get a reading but HR particle detectors are flicking::

CEO_Taylor says:
::finishes talking to the FCO:: FCO: Thank you, lieutenant, that'll be all.

FCO_Dain says:
::thinks polite is nice but so is a sense of humor :: CEO: You are welcome.

CEO_Taylor says:
::thinks that Dain needs a new sense of humour; hers seems to be malfunctioning::

U`ral says:
@ Ship: Increase the oxygen in this room by 4 percent please..... ::that should help her to sleep better::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CEO: If you have a minute, Lieutenant Taylor... ::Shrugs with his eyes:: I'd like a word with you.

CEO_Taylor says:
CO: Of course, captain, how may I help you?

CSO_MacLeod says:
::smiles but get serious again:: CEO: I'm not able to have a clear reading with particles detector.  Can you help me here?

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*CO* O’Mallory to Captain.

CEO_Taylor says:
CSO: In a second.

CSO_MacLeod says:
::nods to him and checks the sensors::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Stalks over to his captain's chair, plucking one PADD from a group of many. Holds it in front of the CEO's eyes:: CEO: Do you know what this says? ::Indicates the PADD, holding it in front of him::

CEO_Taylor says:
CO: Well... yes.

CSO_MacLeod says:
::notices TO making some readings:: TO: Ensign, can you help me here?

TO_Baggins says:
CSO: Yes. :: walks to CSO’s station ::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::awaits for a clear image at his screen and nothing appears::

TO_Baggins says:
CSO: What do you need assistance with?

U`ral says:
@ <U'lona> ::snores a little quieter in the richer air::

FCO_Dain says:
::sneaks a quick look at CIV when he is not looking::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Glances at it for himself, reading it aloud:: CEO: It reads... "Captain Wilkens, your request for promotion of Lieutenant Michael Taylor, chief engineering, U.S.S. Gryphon..." ::Pauses, squinting at the writing:: "...has been granted."

FCO_Dain says:
::turns:: CEO: Oh.....

CEO_Taylor says:
::raises eyebrows:: ::coughs and grins:: CO: Well, I guess I... I didn’t know what it said...

FCO_Dain says:
::smiles the CO is comical.. and the look on CEO's face is priceless::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Turns the padd over in his hands a couple of times, watching the CEO like a hawk:: CEO: So, Lieutenant. I guess the only question now would be... ::Pulls the half-pip rank pin off his collar:: Is what to do with this. ::Indicates the old pin and tacks the new full pin to his collar::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::nods at the TO:: TO: Thank you.  Look at this. ::points his console::

TO_Baggins says:
:: looks at the console CSO pointed to :: CSO: Interesting.

CSO_MacLeod says:
TO:  I launched some probes configured to be our "guardians".  They are around us by now sending information at this moment, but I am not able to get any readings.  See?

CEO_Taylor says:
CO: I'd say keep it as a souvenir, sir. ::smiles::

FCO_Dain says:
::turns full in her chair:: CEO: Congratulations.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Steps back, and watches the CEO, appraising his collar. Nods in approval:: CEO: Getting a little top heavy. ::Grins and shakes his hand:: Congratulations.

CEO_Taylor says:
::presents his hand to Captain Wilkens::

CEO_Taylor says:
::shakes hand::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Nods and flips the old pip to the CEO like a coin::

CSO_MacLeod says:
TO: Perhaps it's just my console, so I'd like you to check it at yours.

TO_Baggins says:
CSO: Yes I do, that is strange.

CSO_MacLeod says:
::listens for a warning standard sound::

CEO_Taylor says:
::turns at his colleagues with his new pip and looks at them with a nice smile:: Aloud: Now isn't that looking good!

FCO_Dain says:
CEO: Yes it is. ::smile::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Smiles again, and then motions to everyone else with his hands:: All: Come on, people, we can celebrate later. ::Steps back towards his chair and casts a glance at the CSO:: CSO: Something wrong? ::Notes his confusion::

FCO_Dain says:
::catches her reflection in her console and adjusts her head band, then goes back to checking the ships position::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::rolls over in bed when his alarm goes off::

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO: Captain, the task force readings are getting stronger.  I think they can be returning.

TO_Baggins says:
:: walks back to his station and checks sensors :: CSO: Nothing on mine as well.

FCO_Dain says:
::nods as she gets the signal as well::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
CSO: Good, well... I hope it's with good news. Are they within communications range?

CTO_Wakefield says:
::slams alarm off then sits up groggily, shakes head::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::enters sonic shower::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::sings Klingon battle tune while showering::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*CO* O'Mallory to Captain.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
*CMO* You said something, Doctor, before I attended to... other business? Go ahead.

CEO_Taylor says:
::gets back to ENG station:: ::opens a comm link with ME:: Teams: Everyone, I would like to tell you that I have been promoted to lieutenant, so I am very happy but that also means that I expect the ship to run smoothly ASAP, go... whispers to the teams oh... and the celebration party is Tuesday at 8 PM. ::smiles::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*CO* Sir, request return to Starbase 78 for repairs.  Sickbay is pretty much destroyed with limited supplies.

TO_Baggins says:
CSO: Have you gotten any readings yet?

FCO_Dain says:
::thinks Starbase sounds great::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: TASK FORCE DROPS OUT OF WARP INTO THE ANNAWON SYSTEM AND TAKES DEFENSIVE POSITIONS AROUND THE U'RATH SPHERE AND FOURTH PLANET

FCO_Dain says:
::plays with the ID a bit::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::exits shower and puts on his uniform::

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO: They are back sir.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
*CMO* You and I both... I doubt I can sweet talk Admiral S'vat into allowing it, but... I will of course pass your request along.

CEO_Taylor says:
::gets to CSO with a smile:: CSO: What is it that you wanted before I got promoted?

FCO_Dain says:
CO: Task force is taking a defensive position around planet and Sphere.

TO_Baggins says:
CO: A task force just dropped out of warp and surrounded the sphere and the fourth planet.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
FCO: Hail the task force, if you will.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
All: I hope that means our job here is done!

FCO_Dain says:
CO: Aye sir.

CTO_Wakefield says:
::carefully lifts his sash off the mount on the wall on places over his right should, then grabs his type II phaser and holsters it, set to level 2::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*CO* Understand sir with current injured, I can treat them for only a few days...hopefully no new injured.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
TO: Thank you.

CSO_MacLeod says:
CEO: The charged particles detectors are failing.  Can you check it?

CEO_Taylor says:
CSO: You got it; it'll be fixed in a few minutes...

FCO_Dain says:
COM: T Force: Captain Wilkens USS Gryphon requesting to speak.

CTO_Wakefield says:
::exits quarters and enters turbolift::  Computer:  Deck One.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
*CMO* I'll do my darndest to make sure you keep business to a dull roar. Wilkens out.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::looks over Kint's vitals::

Host Adm_Torels says:
#COM: Gryphon: Torels here.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> *CMO* Press to Commander.

CEO_Taylor says:
::gets to station, extremely motivated:: ::begins his work::

FCO_Dain says:
:;switches COM to CO::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::arrives on main bridge and walks over to his station::  CO:  Ensign Wakefield reporting for duty Captain.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*Press* Go ahead Ensign...

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO: They are all on defensive position; perhaps they can use the probes signs to help them.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Comm: Adm. Torels: Admiral, Captain Wilkens here. Sir, do you have news of the Orion Syndicate?

Host Adm_Torels says:
#COM: Gryphon: I'm coming aboard, will brief you then.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Nods to the CSO, gently and silently shushing him::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::notices CTO arriving::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::sees Baggins::  TO:  Report.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<Press> *CMO* Sir, sad to report LtJG. Staton died moments ago.  We did all we could...

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::sighs::  *Press* Alright Ensign....keep me updated.  O'Mallory out

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Comm: Adm. Torels: Umm... yes, sir. We will await your arrival.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Wonders if he was just brushed off::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Gives Ensign Wakefield the evil eye as he reports to his station late, and also interrupts his conversation with the admiral::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::...if you can really call it a conversation::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Comm: Adm. Torels: We await your arrival... will any of your officers be accompanying you?

CTO_Wakefield says:
::his fingers fly over the tactical console as he updates himself on the Gryphon's position, as well as the positions of all other ships in the system::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::listens to the COMM::

CTO_Wakefield says:
CO:  I'll meet the Admiral in the transporter room if you wish Captain.

Host Tim says:
ACTION: TORELS BEAMS TO GRYPHON

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::sees Kint's eyes open::  Kint: Welcome back ::smiles and hits comm badge::  *CEO* O'Mallory to Taylor

FCO_Dain says:
CO: Admiral is in transporter room.

CEO_Taylor says:
*CMO* Lieutenant Taylor here.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Several minutes later, is waiting for Admiral Torels to materialize on the transporter pad. Had left the bridge to Lieutenant Dain::

FCO_Dain says:
::sitting in the CO's chair::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::prepares a report with probes specific frequencies to send to the task force::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::looks over vitals again::  *CEO* I think someone wants to see you...

Host Adm_Torels says:
::arrives in transporter room and glares at TR chief::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Withers under the Admiral's glare, despite the fact that it wasn't even directed at him:: Adm. Torels: Welcome aboard.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::sees Kint out of danger and getting a bit stronger::

CSO_MacLeod says:
FCO: Lieutenant, I have the frequencies and codes of the probes ready to send to the task force, ready to send at your order.

CTO_Wakefield says:
::checks status of Gryphon's defensive systems::

FCO_Dain says:
CSO: Send them please.

CSO_MacLeod says:
::taps a single button:: FCO: Done. ::observes the transfer::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::enters turbolift on deck seven:: TL: Bridge.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Is immediately taken by the Admiral's commanding presence and follows him into the turbolift::

CEO_Taylor says:
*CMO* Is that someone who I think it is? ::gets to TL::

TO_Baggins says:
CTO: Anything you would like me to do?

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::smiles::  *CEO* Yes...she is awake and asking for you.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Mumbles to himself: You're most welcome, Admiral::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::turns to CO::  CO: You spoke?
CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Stares at the back of his head in the turbolift, squirming uncomfortably at the demeaning silence:: Adm. Torels: Yes. Welcome aboard.

U`lona says:
@::stirs... and starts stretching, her eyes barely open::

CSO_MacLeod says:
FCO: They are receiving it clear.

FCO_Dain says:
CSO: Good job, carry on.

CEO_Taylor says:
*CMO* Tell her I'm on my way...

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*CEO* I already did...

Host Adm_Torels says:
CO: Just what is it with you and the Orions?

CEO_Taylor says:
Self: Man! This IS one of the most joyful days that I can remember!

CEO_Taylor says:
::gets in sickbay::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::injects hypo into Kint to help regain some of her strength::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Stares just pass CO, not looking him in the eyes::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Suppresses a glare:: Adm. Torels: I suppose the same deal as it was with Kirk and the Klingons. Sir.

Host Adm_Torels says:
Mutters: Kirk, renegade.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Adm. Torels: There's something to be said for a good rebel, sir.

U`ral says:
@ ::looks down as her twitching tail brushes his leg, and he looks down:: U'lona: Ahh, you're awake? Did you rest well?

U`lona says:
@::continues her luxurious stretching routine, as she wakes up, purring content:: U'ral: I did. Did you?

CSO_MacLeod says:
::notices the end of transmission::  FCO: Transmission complete.  I'll check the sensors with CEO, if you don't mind.

FCO_Dain says:
CSO: Sounds like a good plan.

CSO_MacLeod says:
FCO: Okay then. ::looks at TAC::

TO_Baggins says:
CTO: Would you like me to do anything?

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Steps onto the bridge as doors open::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Steps from the turbolift car as the doors part, revealing the bridge:: All: Admiral on deck. ::Steps out and stands beside it, waiting for the Admiral to vacate it::

FCO_Dain says:
::sees the Admiral come out of the TL and stands:: All; Admiral on the bridge.

CTO_Wakefield says:
::stands at rigid attention as Admiral enters::

Host Adm_Torels says:
ALL: ::gruffly:: As you were.

FCO_Dain says:
::stands there mortified about yelling out Admiral on deck when CO said it too::

FCO_Dain says:
::eases into her seat::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: She is awake, but still a bit groggy...don't keep her up too long

TO_Baggins says:
:: stands at attention ::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::stands at attention::

U`ral says:
@ ::gestures at the command screens:: U'lona: I have been watching... watching them help our people...

U`lona says:
@::licks her paw, then rubs her eyes with it:: U'ral: They have helped, have they not? I almosst feel guilty at falling assssleep.

CEO_Taylor says:
Kint: How are you?

CEO_Taylor says:
<Kint> CEO: I've been better, I guess. And you?

CEO_Taylor says:
::kisses Kint and she kisses Taylor back:: Kint: I've been promoted and you're out of danger, I sure am doing good ::smiles::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: I will leave you two alone.  I will be in my....well, what is left of my office.

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Eyes narrow as he looks around the bridge::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::nods to Admiral and goes back to his console::

U`ral says:
@ ::crouches down next to her and lays his head against her chest:: U'lona: You have no need. You helped ssssave ourrrr people...

CSO_MacLeod says:
::eases and walks towards the CTO::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Smirks at the Admiral behind his back, and steps forward. Motions towards his ready room:: Adm. Torels: If it's convenient for you, sir, my ready room would be the most appropriate location for my debriefing.

FCO_Dain says:
::looks away from his gaze quickly::

TO_Baggins says:
:: looks at CTO :: CTO: Is there anything you would like me to do?

CTO_Wakefield says:
TO:  Run a diagnostic on the shields please?

TO_Baggins says:
CTO: Yes.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::smiles as he looks at Taylor and Kint from a distance::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::notices CSO approach::  CSO:  Anything I can do for you?

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Stands a step behind the Admiral, waiting for him to, apparently, make up his mind::

Host Adm_Torels says:
CO: I've been sent to accompany the Gryphon to a suspected Orion rendezvous point.

Host Adm_Torels says:
::walks toward the RR::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Nods, now all business:: CO: Aye, sir. ::Follows him, trailing slightly behind::

TO_Baggins says:
:: taps his console and starts diagnostic of the shields ::

CEO_Taylor says:
Kint: Give me a second... ::goes into CMO's office:: CMO: Thank you, for everything... I wanted to give you something back, for a change... ::gives him a bottle of whiskey::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::ears perk up as he hears what the Admiral said::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Enters RR and paces::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Adm. Torels: Can I, uh, get you anything? ::Sits behind his desk::

FCO_Dain says:
::sits on her hands hoping to never meet another Admiral again::

U`lona says:
@::continues her purring, just lower in volume:: U'ral: We need to starrrt overrr again. Rrrebuild ourrr colony, reflect our sssstrugle in our arrrrrt... ::already planning about this monumental sculpture featuring the Gryphon coming to their aid, as valiant Urath fought fiercely against evil::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: CAPTAIN SPENCER BEAMS TO THE GRYPHON TRANSPORTER ROOM

Host Adm_Torels says:
CO: This ship has a pathetic record against the Orions.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: I was just doing my job...but...thank you  ::takes bottle::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: You just take care of her from here on...she should be out of sickbay in a few days

CSO_MacLeod says:
::smiles at the CTO nods:: CTO: Wakefield?  Are you okay?  You never get late? ::now worried::

CTO_Wakefield says:
CSO:  Two heated battles with the lives of 750 people relying on your tactical judgment and sharp shooting ability can take its toll.  Although that is still no excuse for being late...

U`ral says:
@ ::flashes her a toothy smile:: U'lona: It will be glorious! I will have my mates unveil it... ::nuzzels her paw::

CEO_Taylor says:
::smiles and looks down:: CMO:  I know, but still, you saved me last time and now Valerie, I just had to give something to you...

FCO_Dain says:
::listens to the banter between CTO & CSO and checks the ships position::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: I will enjoy each drop...and when she is released, your 2 must join me in a toast.  Fair enough?

U`lona says:
@::smiles happily back at him:: U'ral: People frrrrrom all arrrrround the galaxy will come jusssst to sssee it.

CEO_Taylor says:
CMO: You got it!

CEO_Taylor says:
::smiles and exits his office::

TO_Baggins says:
:: console beeps as diagnostic is completed :: CTO: there is a slight variance in the shields

CTO_Wakefield says:
::hears TO and checks his readings::  TO:  It's nothing much.  Remodulate the shields several times.  That should take care of it.

TO_Baggins says:
CTO: Right away. :: remodulates the shield several times and runs another diagnostic ::

CO_Spencer says:
::steps off the Transporter padd and hands a leash to the chief moving out of the room::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Finds the Admiral's uncanny knack for long silences extremely disorienting::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Nervously drums his fingers on his desktop, smiling pleasantly and mindlessly, as Starfleet training teaches officers to do in the presence of "superiors"::

Host Adm_Torels says:
CO: Hopefully with some leadership this ship can finish this little war you have going.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Adm. Torels: Yes... sir. ::Spats the last word, not taking the insult to his ship and crew; nor himself, lightly::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::raises his eyebrows:: CTO: I can imagine...  anyway, Ensign Baggins was helping me to check out Charged Particles Detector before your arrival, and he's aware of the situation.  Can I have his help?

CO_Spencer says:
::moves to the TL taking in deep breaths::

U`ral says:
@::licks one fang:: U'lona: Yessss, they will. And they will ssssee the glorrrry of the U'rrrrath!

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: Can we get sickbay functioning any better?

CEO_Taylor says:
:: Gets back to Kint and sees that she's sleeping, he decides that he will leave her alone:: CMO: You can bet that once I'm done with it, this sickbay is going to be the best one in the quadrant! ::taps doc's shoulder and leaves:: CMO: See you later...

CEO_Taylor says:
::gets in TL::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Feels his face tingle with emotion; stares at the Admiral:: Adm. Torels: Are you trying to tell me something?! ::Shoots up from his chair, knocking it against the bulkhead::

Host Adm_Torels says:
CO: Obviously.

CTO_Wakefield says:
CSO:  What’s wrong with the detector?

CO_Spencer says:
::moves onto the bridge nodding at the crew and moves right to the RR door and chimes it::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::observes Captain Spencer entering the bridge, nodding and entering the ready room::  Self: What?

CSO_MacLeod says:
::forgets at the moment to answer CTO's question while observes CO Spencer to enter the RR::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::sees a female Captain enter the bridge and quickly make her way into the RR::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Looks up at the chime::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Ignores the chime, still staring at the admiral::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: RR door opens

CO_Spencer says:
::enters:: ADM/CO: Admiral.. Captain. ::nods

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Adm. Torels: Well perhaps you would be so kind as to get to what we both know you're going to say... and JUST SAY IT.

Host Adm_Torels says:
Spencer: What are YOU doing here?

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*CEO* I know the biobeds are shot, but anything we can...not sure when we return to SB 78

CEO_Taylor says:
*CMO* Don't worry, they'll be the best biobeds once I'll have taken a day with them...

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Waves Wilkens aside::

CO_Spencer says:
::stands there a PADD in hand::

U`lona says:
@U'ral: And mosssst imporrrrtant, we will learrrrn. We musssst learrrn again how to defend ourrrrsssselvessss, but we musssst not go back to the wayssss of ourrrrr ancessstorrrrsss.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::continues to do more clean up while Kint sleeps::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Pivots his head and glares at Spencer:: Adm/Spencer: Captain now, huh? Is that it? Spencer wanted a ship so S'vat got her one? ::Directed more towards the Admiral than Captain::

TO_Baggins says:
CTO: Shields are normal. :: as diagnostic finishes ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
TO:  Excellent.  Assist the CSO as needed.

CO_Spencer says:
::raises an eyebrow:: ADM: I am sorry I have a direct communication from Admiral S’vat for the Captain.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Feels his fingers tighten and grip his desk in frustration; slowly regains his composure::

TO_Baggins says:
CSO: What would you like me to do?

U`lona says:
@U'ral: Ourrrr arrrrrrt will keep ussss ssssafe. ::arranges her whiskers, smiling at her mate:: We will do thisss togetherrr, rrrright?

Host Adm_Torels says:
::starts to take PADD::

CO_Spencer says:
::hands it to him, hoping to annoy Torels, she never did like the man::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Strides around his desk and snatches the padd from Captain Spencer's hand:: Adm. Torels: She said "Wilkens," not "Torel."

CO_Spencer says:
::bites back a smirk.. good one Captain she wants to say::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
*Bridge* Latest injury report...

U`ral says:
@ ::rubs her abdomen softly with one paw, claws retracted finally:: U'lona: Always... and ourrr cubs will be taught the new way. The sssssstrong way. To protect uss...

Host Adm_Torels says:
::Glares at the two Captains::

Host Adm_Torels says:
CO's: Ok, what is in that PADD?

CO_Spencer says:
::does not glare back just glances at Wilkens::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Presses his thumb against the scanner and squints as the small security screen pops up, recognizing his authorization. Does his best to stare the Admiral down::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::muttering:: Self: What is going on?

CSO_MacLeod says:
::next to the CEO:: CEO: Did you see her too?

U`lona says:
@::finishes his phrase:: U'ral: ... but neverrr, everrr, fight unlessss it'ssss needed.

CSO_MacLeod says:
CEO: What's going on, Michael?

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Defiantly stares at the PADD, his eyes reading the text long before his mind recognizes the words. Places it back on his desk, staring first at the Admiral and than at Captain Spencer::

U`ral says:
@ ::looks almost disappointed, but grins again and nods:: U'lona: ...not unless it's needed...

CO_Spencer says:
::looks down for a split second::

CEO_Taylor says:
::turns head slowly and then gets mouth back up:: CSO: First a promotion, then Kint wakes up and now, Spencer's return... how could this day get any better?

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::MO Jones returns to sickbay::  MO: Stay here and watch Kint.  I want to relay injury and sickbay status to the Bridge personally.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
<MO> CMO: Aye sir.

Host Adm_Torels says:
Wilkens: Well?

CO_Spencer says:
CO: Captain there is also one for the Executive Officer.

CO_Spencer says:
::hands it to him::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::exits sickbay for TL::  Bridge.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Sets the PADD down with a loud clatter:: Adm. Torels: If you want to know, you read it. ::Bites his tongue, wincing at his own choice of words:: Captain Spencer: Surely you jest?

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Takes the PADD, not reading it, for he already knows what it will say::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::faces CEO:: CEO: Do you think it's a good thing? ::serious face::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::arrives on Bridge::

CO_Spencer says:
CO: Admiral S’vat's orders, not mine sir.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Captain Spencer: Is there really any difference between who issues the orders... and who follows them?

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::States his question as one that doesn't require an answer::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::takes PADD and eyes narrow even more::

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Captain Spencer: I don't know whether to thank you or... not...

CO_Spencer says:
::stands stiff: CO: It is I who would like to thank you sir.. for all you did.

Civ_Ian says:
::makes some adjustments to internal scanners so he can listen in to what is going on in the RR....

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CSO: Where is the Captain? I have an update for him.

U`lona says:
@::stares into his yellow eyes, firm:: U'ral: Good ::smiles, knowing he really liked his time as a warrior. But she knows they will not fall back to the destructive ways of their ancestors::

CEO_Taylor says:
CSO: Well... Seeing Captain Spencer after such a long time sure is a good new to me...

CTO_Wakefield says:
::over hears CSO and CEO::  CEO/CSO:  It has been my experience that two Captains on a ship is one Captain too many.

CSO_MacLeod says:
CTO: You are right, Ensign...
CEO_Taylor says:
CTO: Theoretically, yes, but I'm sure that they'll work it up...

Host Adm_Torels says:
::turns to Spencer:: Spencer: You've now got the Gryphon?

Host Adm_Torels says:
::feels a shiver down his spine::

CSO_MacLeod says:
CEO: Yes, of course, but what is she doing here? ::notices CMO arriving::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
::overhears CEO:: CEO: Captain Spencer?!

TO_Baggins says:
:: walks over to CSO and looks at him :: CSO : Anything for me to do?

U`ral says:
@ ::looks a little concerned;: U'lona: Where is Unlula....?

CEO_Taylor says:
CMO: Yes... isn't that charming!

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CEO: What are you talking about?

CSO_MacLeod says:
CMO: He is at his RR, with Admiral Torels and ..... Captain Spencer.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CSO: I don't believe it...

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Captain Spencer/Adm. Torels: No time like the present, I guess... ::Bitterly:: Shall we commence the "ceremonies?"

CO_Spencer says:
::nods::

U`lona says:
@::looks around, then tries to think:: U'ral: Where was she last time we saw her?

Host Adm_Torels says:
::anxious to get the Gryphon underway:: Spencer: Then do what you must...we must be going.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Exits the ready room, leading the small procession of flag officers. Stands behind the Ops/FCO stations::

CO_Spencer says:
::follows::

CEO_Taylor says:
CMO: Never mind, my mind has been traumatized once too many times today...

CSO_MacLeod says:
::sees CO Wilkens exit the RR::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::whispers::  CEO/CSO:  Here we go.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
Self: August?

U`ral says:
@ ::thinks:: U'lona: With the small felinoid..

CTO_Wakefield says:
::turns to face Captain Wilkens::

CO_Spencer says:
::notes bald woman sitting in command chair::

TO_Baggins says:
CTO/CSO: Anything for me to do at the moment?

CTO_Wakefield says:
TO:  Stand your station fast.  Something is going on.

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CO: May I ask what is going on?

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
All: Attention on deck.

CSO_MacLeod says:
CO Spencer: Captain Spencer?

CEO_Taylor says:
::looks at the only two Captains he ever served with, proud to have his new pip to show Spencer::

TO_Baggins says:
:: stands at attention ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::listens to Captain::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::stands at attention::

U`lona says:
@::narrows her eyes:: U'ral: Oh yes... is Tessssla ssstill with usss or hasss he gone back to the Gryphon?

CO_Spencer says:
::gives CMO "that" look.. and frowns at CSO:: shh

CEO_Taylor says:
::at attention::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::moves out of the RR and stands by it's door::

Host Adm_Torels says:
::arms crossed; reviewing plans::

CMO-LtCmdr_OMallory says:
CO Spencer: August...I mean Captain...

TO_Baggins says:
:: secures TO tac station and stands at attention ::

CSO_MacLeod says:
::thinks if she's coming back to the Gryphon::

CO_Spencer says:
::stands with her hands behind her back::

U`ral says:
@ ::shakes head::  U'lona: Returned... but Unlula wouldn't have gone with him. Would she?

U`lona says:
@::shakes her head as well, her magnificent fur shining under the light:: U'ral: Sssshe isss probably helping with rrrrrepairrrs or making company to those recoverrring frrom injuriesss.

U`ral says:
@ ::looks a little concerned:: U'lona: You must be right... I will trust my mate then, to come back to the pride when she is ready.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
Computer: Computer, recognize... Captain Wilkens. Commanding officer, U.S.S. Gryphon.

Host Tim says:
<Computer>: Recognized.

CO-Capt_Wilkens says:
::Stares straight ahead, his eyes riveted to the main viewscreen:: Computer: Voiceprint authorization Beta Echo One One. Transfer voiceprint authorization and... ::Voice audibly chokes:: Command of U.S.S. Gryphon... to Captain August Spencer.

Host Tim says:
<Computer>: Transfer complete.

CO_Spencer says:
  CO Wilkens: I will take good care of the ship you took care of for me. Good luck in your future endeavors, God Speed Sir. ::shakes his hand and plants a tender kiss on his cheek::

CO_Spencer says:
::watches Lefler and Wilkens leave the bridge... looks around, sits down:: Aloud: Where is my coffee?

Host Tim says:
ACTION: Upon transfer of the command codes Captain Wilkens and LCDR Lefler execute their orders and beam to one of the task force ships for their return to Starbase 78.  Adm Torels, anxious to move on, reiterates his orders to Spencer to proceed to the suspected Orion rendezvous point.

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