=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10303.30
Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as Captain Savar Dickinson
Scott Smith as ACO Captain Ewan MacPherson-Quest
Richard Pickett as XO Rickal Jarek
Karriaunna Scotti as CSO Harmony Singh
Sherilynne Floyhar as OPS Kehari Qui
SM Arlene McIntyre
Sub SM Pam Bruyere
Also Staring:
Pam Bruyere as Nurse Betty
Absent:
Martijn Lemmen as CTO Alec Jarot

Episode 141: "While The Cat's Away, Part 1: Playtime!": Shore leave at last! The Luna crew is anxious to have a little fun and relaxation before heading off into the wild, blue.........make that black void of space. Shore leave, a time to let your hair down and...well we won’t mention that!  The Luna has been orbiting Luna and the crew is anxious to start their fun and adventures . I hope everything goes well don’t you? I would hate to see anything spoil their fun.  With Earth only a shuttle ride away, will they risk the trip for some down to Earth adventures or perhaps a mountain climb on Mars? No more books for a while, no reports to fill out, everybody play!
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OPS-Qui says:
:: Sitting in sickbay on her bed, cross-legged and wondering if she will ever get out of here. Contemplates transferring to CMO so she can release herself ::
CSO_Singh says:
::On the bridge, standing behind the big chair, her fingers tapping the back of it with frustration.::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::putters around sickbay watching Qui from the corner of her eye and smiling to herself::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Sees Nurse Betty ::   Betty: Oh, Nurse Betty!
OPS-Qui says:
:: Says in a sing-song voice ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::turns and approaches Qui:: OPS: Yes dear?
CNS_Franklin says:
::Sitting in his chair... HIS chair, that's amusing.. on the Bridge.  He looks up from his PADD at the CSO's tapping, having put the incident earlier behind him  Forgotten::  CSO: Something wrong, Commander?
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: When can I leave?
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::pulls out a medical scanner:: OPS: Don't you enjoy my staff's company dear?
CSO_Singh says:
::Trying to keep herself still within so as not to take her frustration out on the crew.  She gives him a weak smile::  CNS:  Other then the fact I had other plans...  Not at all.
CSO_Singh says:
*OPS*:  I don't mean to intrude, but I need an update on the requisition reports before I set the ships crew free for shore leave.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Smiles trying not to seem rude ::   Betty: I've been in too much lately
OPS-Qui says:
*CSO*: I haven't seen them yet, ma'am...since NO ONE here will let me work
CNS_Franklin says:
::Frowns at the CSO and goes back to his PADD::
OPS-Qui says:
*CSO*: If you can bring them to me, I'll make sure they get filled...    :: Hopes she can leave soon ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Let me run a final check and then I'll decide. Now sit still please. ::runs the tricorder over her::
CSO_Singh says:
*OPS*:  still?  And their reasoning?
CSO_Singh says:
*Medical*:  What is the status on Qui and commander Jarek.
OPS-Qui says:
*CSO*: You'll have to ask Nurse Krachet...I mean...Nurse Betty   :: Smiles ::
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Laying on a bio bed intermixed in a tirade of dreams...some of those including Qui ::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looking at the ceiling ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Notes the counselors look.::  CNS:  Have I grown two heads or something?
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Excuse me a moment dear. Someone is bothering me.
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: his mind reaches out:: ~~~~ Qui ~~~~
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: Oh sure...just go...I'll be here when you get back
OPS-Qui says:
:: Raises her eyebrows a moment ::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: Commander? ~~~
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks over to the XO ::
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: His mind hears her :: ~~~~ Kehari ~~~~
Host Nurse_Betty says:
*CSO*: Commander, if you will let me tend to my work I will get back to you shortly.
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: Rickal? ~~~
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::looks at the readings on Qui:: OPS: Hmmm, interesting.
CNS_Franklin says:
::Starts to get nervous again::  CSO: Um, not that I can see, Commander?  Did you need me to check for you?
CSO_Singh says:
*Bettty*:  I should have had a report by now.  Given my mood, we won't go there.  ASAP please.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Tries not to look upset ::  Betty: What?  What's interesting about my bio readings?
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Jarek's mind falls silent::
CSO_Singh says:
::Sighs in exasperation::  CNS:  It is going to be one of those days.  Right?  Why do you keep looking at me as if I am some kind of monster?  ::Exasperation::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
*CSO*: Don't get your knickers in a twist dearie. Give me a few moments.
CNS_Franklin says:
::Eyes go as wide as saucers::  CSO: I'm not!  I mean... don't mean to... ::stutters and looks around the mostly empty Bridge::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: Rickal?  Are you waking?  Please talk to me... ~~~
CSO_Singh says:
*Betty*:  Too late.  Singh out... and waiting.
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Well, according to these readings.....you're perfectly normal.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Still waiting for Nurse Betty to give her a prognosis ::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Grins ::  Betty: About TIME!  Can I go now?
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Jarek’s mind reaches out again ...weakened and soft   :: ~~~~ Help me ~~~~
CSO_Singh says:
::Bangs her head down onto the back of the chair, luckily cushioned by her hands and sighs.::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::grins:: OPS: Get out of here, but remember, plenty of rest now young lady
OPS-Qui says:
:: Tilts her head ::   ~~~ XO: What must I do? ~~~
OPS-Qui says:
:: Grins jumping off the bed and gives Betty a BIG hug ::   Betty: THANK YOU!  But, I'd like to sit with the XO a moment, please
CNS_Franklin says:
::Stands slowly from his chair::  CSO: Maybe I... should go... ::backs slowly towards the turbolift::
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS: ~~~~ it is dark here....I am in an abyss I cannot find my way out...  Jacobbbbb ~~~~
CSO_Singh says:
::Hearing his footsteps, she looks up.::  CNS:  Go?  Go where?  And why?  ::Suddenly feeling rather depressed::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::walks away and over to Jarek:: Self: Now let's see about you Commander. ::begins her scans of the comatose first officer::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: Jacob is dead and you are in sickbay.  Does it help if you, um, can you follow the sound of my voice? ~~~
CNS_Franklin says:
::Stops short and almost sits down in his place::  CSO: Um, going nowhere, ma'am... nowhere at all....
OPS-Qui says:
:: Moves with Betty to the XO's side ::    Betty: Prognosis?
CSO_Singh says:
::Reaches up to rub her temples.::  CNS:  Is your staff in order and your requests sent to OPS?
OPS-Qui says:
:: Takes the XO's hand in hers...a reaction from being a Doctor once before ::
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS: ~~~~ Qui  Your voice is growing weak , I am not on the ship I think..........I am tired ~~~~
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Hmm, he's pretty out of it. He needs a shock to wake him up, you know, a real scare. ::grins::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: You must fight, Rickal.  You must find your way. I will continue to speak with you if you are strong enough. I just don't want to over-tire you ~~~
CNS_Franklin says:
::Feels his knees shaking::  CSO: Yes, ma'am...
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS:~~~~ You are leaving me behind ~~~~
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: A real scare?  I don't know about that
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: C'mon, give it a try. ::nudges her::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: No...I'm here at your side.  Feel my hand on yours ~~~   :: Squeezes his hand ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Sighs and looks away.  Quietly::  CNS:  Then you need not be tormented by me any further.  You are free to begin you shore leave.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks at Betty... ::   Betty: What kind of scare are you talking about?!?
OPS-Qui says:
:: Wonders about the medical competency of Nurse Betty ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks up and around the quiet and mostly empty bridge, then steps down to OPS station.::
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS: ~~~~ kehari ~~~~
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Be creative. I know you can think of something.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks incredulously at Betty ::    ~~~ XO: I'm here, Rickal.  Please follow my voice... ~~~
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::backs away and contacts the bridge:: *CSO*: Commander, you want that report now?
OPS-Qui says:
:: Tries to sound pleasant for the XO ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Taps the internal comm unit::  ALL:  For those who have requested shore leave.  Given the current situation, as soon as your requisition orders are in, you are free to proceed.  Please double check that the requisition is in.  For if it is not, on your head be it.  Otherwise... enjoy.  Singh out.
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: I have no idea what type of medicine you practice here, Nurse.  It scares me
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS: ~~~~  kehari, I can barely hear you ~~~~
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Just do something woman! Use your whiles.....anything.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Leans down and whispers into the XO's ear ::   XO: Rickal...I'm here.  Can you hear me?  I'm right next to you and holding your hand...   :: Squeezes his hand again ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
*CSO*: Commander, you awake up there?
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks at Betty, with raised eyebrows ::   Betty: What whiles?
CSO_Singh says:
*Betty*:  No, I am not.  I am a figment of someone's demented imagination.  Yes please, report.
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Well kiss him!
CNS_Franklin says:
::Looks nervous still::  CSO: Well, Commander.. I hadn't actually had plans for my leave.  Not sure what I was going to do, really, just thought I'd find something.. ::keeps babbling on for another few moments::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: That should scare him!
OPS-Qui says:
:: Still whispering to the XO ::   XO: Jacob is an alien reptilian species with, it seems strong telepathic abilities
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks at the Nurse ::   Betty: I beg your pardon!
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: YOU kiss him!
CSO_Singh says:
::Afraid if she looks at the man, he might faint on the spot, she simply slips into ops seat and begins to pull up the reports for want of anything better to do at the moment.::  CNS:  Earth offers many beautiful sights.
Host Nurse_Betty says:
*CSO*: Ok here's the skinny. Qui is just fine and she's been released, although she's still here playing with the Commander. As for Jarek, he's still unconscious but stable.
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Jarek falls silent once more::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: Rickal...please come out of this ~~~
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks down at the console a bit confused::  *Betty*:  Let me get this straight  Commander Jarek is still unconscious, but Qui is playing with him?
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: For Pete's sake. The shock of a familiar person kissing him may just be enough to raise his consciousness level.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks at Betty ::   Betty: Well...if you think...
Host Nurse_Betty says:
*CSO*: She's trying to shock him back to consciousness.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Closes her eyes and gently places her lips to the XO's ::   ~~~ XO: Rickal.. ~~~
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks up and questioningly at the counselor as if he might know what the nurse was getting at.::

ACTION: The XO's eyes open briefly then close.

Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Jarek feels the warm lips of his lady fair upon his, His mind begins to race....As does his pulse ::
CNS_Franklin says:
::Still standing ramrod straight in the same spot, he sees the CSO look at him again and his eyes go wide... NOW WHAT?!?  Oh gees...::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Still kissing him and wondering if this is really working... ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::leans closer:: OPS: That's it my dear. Once more.
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Jarek begins to move a bit as he responds to her kiss::
CSO_Singh says:
::Noting the bridge cleared fairly quickly with her announcement, sans the counselor, she stares at him, watching the various emotions flit across his face  With an internal grimace, she points to the command chair behind her.::  CNS:  Sit!
CNS_Franklin says:
::Grimaces and plants himself in the command chair::  CSO: But... you said I could go on leave...
OPS-Qui says:
:: Squeezes his hand ::   ~~~ XO: Rickal? ~~~
CSO_Singh says:
::Grimly::  CNS:  You weren't fast enough.
Host XO_Jarek says:
::Jarek begins to sit up as his arms wrap around her ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::whispers into Qui's ear:: OPS: Now slap him......hard!
OPS-Qui says:
:: Moves back as the XO sits up... ::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Opens her eyes and glances at Betty.  Realizes what Betty means now. Breaks the kiss and slaps the XO very HARD ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Realizing she is making the man even more nervous, she tries to think how her captain would handle this.  Only problem was, she was not Savar.  Keeping her sigh to herself, she tries to relax her body and put a pleasant expression on her face.::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Slaps the XO again with her other hand ::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Feels the sting on her hands ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::reaches for the XO:: OPS: Grab his arm and help me get him up now.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Does as she is instructed and grabs the XO's arm nearest her ::
CNS_Franklin says:
::Sits quietly::
CSO_Singh says:
CNS:  I would like you to tell me what has happened that you have become so nervous around me.
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: About passes out but regains his composure and looks at the two women...one of whom he is in love:: And its not Nurse Betty !!!
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Follow me. ::drags the Commander across the room::
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS: Kehari...What is going on here ? !
CNS_Franklin says:
CSO: Uh... when you caught me.. you know... in the hallway...
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks confused::  CNS:  Caught you?  I caught you in the hallway?
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::waits as a door open:: OPS: Put him in here. ::points inside the room::
CNS_Franklin says:
::Nods.  Quietly...::  CSO: sleeping....
OPS-Qui says:
:: Gets the XO in the room ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Even more confused::  CNS:  I never caught you sleeping in any hallway.  Are you sure it was me?
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: Now close the door dear.
CNS_Franklin says:
::Furrows his eyebrows::  CSO: I thought...
OPS-Qui says:
:: Places him on the bed, then leaves and closes the door ::
CSO_Singh says:
CNS:  Go on...
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: Now what?

ACTION: The counselor's face becomes a bright red hue

CNS_Franklin says:
CSO: About?
CSO_Singh says:
CNS:  What you thought.  I really really want to get this straightened out before we take our leave.
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::smiles:: OPS: Press that control.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Does as instructed and presses that control ::
CNS_Franklin says:
CSO: I.. didn't want to get in trouble...

ACTION: A shower of cold water hits Jarek's body, jarring him awake fully

Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Jarek’s eyes POP open in a hurry ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::grins at OPS:: OPS: See, he's awake now.
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: I can see that
CSO_Singh says:
::Shakes her head::  CNS:  The only time I saw you... sleeping, you were not  You were unconscious do to my gassing the bridge and apparently you having some kind of allergic reaction I believe.  I have never seen you sleeping and can not imagine you sleeping willingly on the job.

ACTION: The counselor's nervousness has him starting to scratch.

Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Looks around and wonders what is going on ::
OPS-Qui says:
Betty: I'll get a few towels.  You can let him out
OPS-Qui says:
:: Goes to the lockers and gets a few towels for the XO out ::
Host XO_Jarek says:
Aloud: Stop this at once....! At once I say ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
::nods and opens the door:: XO: Welcome back Commander.
CNS_Franklin says:
::Nods slowly::  CSO: Okay...
OPS-Qui says:
:: Returns with the towels and hands one to the XO ::   XO: Towel, sir?   :: Amusement in her voice ::
Host XO_Jarek says:
Betty: I would presume you have dry clothing for me ....YES ?
Host XO_Jarek says:
QUI: Thank you .....:: Blushes:;: KEHARI !
CSO_Singh says:
::Not sure if she has made things better or worse.::  CNS:  Anyways...  if that was the problem... it is fixed.  Right?  You can stop looking... I mean.  ::Sighs::  Never mind what I mean.  You are free to go as you please.
Host Nurse_Betty says:
XO: No, but you can borrow some towels.
CNS_Franklin says:
CSO: Right, things are fixed, Commander...
OPS-Qui says:
XO: Yes, sir?  :: Not really looking at him ::

ACTION: The counselor's itch is spreading to his.......neck.

CNS_Franklin says:
::Puts on a pleasant smile::  CSO: I hope you get to enjoy some leave, Commander.. ::scratches his neck::
CSO_Singh says:
CNS:  I am beginning to wonder.  You might stop by sickbay and get something for that rash that has appeared on your neck.  And I hope you enjoy your R&R.
CNS_Franklin says:
::Nods::  CSO: Yes, I will... ::stands and walks at a moderate pace to the turbolift, and disappears into the car::
Host XO_Jarek says:
OPS: I would seem me at a disadvantage ::
Host Nurse_Betty says:
OPS: You know my dear, you and the Commander here might enjoy some time off the ship, if you get my meaning? ::smiles and walks away::
CSO_Singh says:
::Turns and leans saddly back in the chair.::

ACTION: Operations receives an incoming hail.

OPS-Qui says:
:: Looks at Betty as she walks away and shakes her head ::   XO: Another towel sir?
CSO_Singh says:
::To the empty bridge::  I don't think I handled that very well.
CSO_Singh says:
::Seeing the incoming call, reaches over and taps the comm unit.::  Luna here.. Commander Singh in charge.
Host Captain_Savar says:
@::Sitting in the pilot's seat of a Starfleet shuttle, his wife next to him, he looks up at the screen::  COM: Luna: Ah, Commander.  Permission to come aboard?
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: As Jarek reaches for the towel he softly takes Qui by the arm, and pulls her to him ::
CSO_Singh says:
::Her eyes go wide as she sits forward, staring at the screen unbelievingly  After a moment, a smile spreads across her face.::  COMM:  CO:  Permission granted sir... very much so.  And welcome back.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Raises an eyebrow in surprise ::   XO: Sir?
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: Pulls her close:: QUI: You saved my life.......  He kisses her ::
Host Captain_Savar says:
@::Continues his approach to the Luna::  COM: Luna: Are you in charge at the moment?  I should present my reactivation papers to the officer on watch.
ACO_MacPherson-Quest says:
#::After delivering the body of Jacob to SFM, Ewan heads for SFC to report then off to SFI, to find out more about the Nacandarian species and their recent activities::
OPS-Qui says:
:: Is startled ::   ~~~ XO: I did not save your life... ~~~
CSO_Singh says:
COMM: CO:  Yes sir.  Captain MacPherson has gone off to Intel dealing with our past assignment, and Commander Jarek is in sickbay unconscious... at least he was at last report.
OPS-Qui says:
:: Her medical training kicks in and she relaxes in his arms ::
Host Captain_Savar says:
@::Raises an eyebrow::  COM: Luna: I hope all is well... I shall arrive momentarily..
Host XO_Jarek says:
:: As he holds her tightly:: Qui: ~~~~   More so than you will ever know ~~~ The kiss grows deeper::
OPS-Qui says:
~~~ XO: Rickal...It is normal for you to feel...um...something since we share a unique experience... ~~~
CSO_Singh says:
COMM:  CO:  I will be on the bridge sir.  Singh out.
ACO_MacPherson-Quest says:
#::Ewan stops at the nearest comm panel:: COMM: Luna: MacPherson-Quest to the Luna
CSO_Singh says:
::Relaxes back in the chair, a smile still flitting across her face that her captain has returned.::

ACTION: The Captain's shuttle glides easily into the shuttle bay, and the Captain is home again.

Host XO_Jarek says:
Qui:~~~~ We share more than that ....Imzadi..... ~~~~ :: He feels her relax in his arms::

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