=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10411.14

Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Karriaunna Scotti as CSO Harmony Singh
Sherilynne Floyhar as OPS Kehari Qui
Kate McTiernan as FCO Marshal Sachs
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

SM Christopher Dickinson
SM Arlene McIntyre

Also Staring:
Arlene McIntyre as Captain Terupi
Christopher Dickinson as Colonel Ramphile
Christopher Dickinson as Engineering Officer Simmons
Christopher Dickinson as Medical Technician Bradley
Christopher Dickinson as Tactical Officer Wessen
Sherilynne Floyhar as Operations Officer Sanchez

Absent:
Richard Pickett as XO Rickal Jarek
Martijn Lemmen as CTO Alec Jarot

Episode 150: "The Darkness Within, Part 7": Captain MacPherson-Quest, fed up with the roundabout answers and arrogance from Colonel Ramphile, has injected him with a rather nasty truth serum - with a twist.  In the meantime, Alliance reinforcements may be drawing closer, and Captain Savar can feel the urgency to leave this place and move on.  Their destiny awaits them, and it cannot be reached by sitting here...
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Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: And now what, Captain?  Am I supposed to talk?
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: On the Bridge looking over his console ::
FCO_Sachs says:
::Sits at the helm, doing her usual work::
CSO_Singh says:
:: At her station, waiting for OPS to finish putting together the class VIII probes.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: We'll wait for a moment, to give it a chance to take hold
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Punches a few more keys and waits ::
CSO_Singh says:
*Engineering*:  How are the simulations going?
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: Oh, certainly, let's.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Sees the ready light flash ::   CSO: Ma'am, the multiple class VIII probes are ready
FCO_Sachs says:
::Feeling a little stiff, stretches her arms, way over her head and cracks her knuckles::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Plot a course for each probe, keeping in mind, we are creating a red herring trail.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Hears the FCO cracking her knuckles and snaps her fingers in a rhythm ::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: How are you feeling?
Host EO_Simmons says:
*CSO*: Ma'am... we've run several simulations so far.  In three of the simulations, the replacement held up with a .85 tolerance.  In two, the deflector overheated and we were forced to drop from warp within two hours.  And in the remaining three, the anti-protons overloaded the matrix and destroyed the saucer at warp 2
FCO_Sachs says:
OPS: Much better, I just get so stiff sitting here all day.
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Scratches his arm::  CIV: It itches, if you must know.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Grins at the FCO ::   FCO: I know what you mean.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Taps out a rhythm on his console ::
CSO_Singh says:
*EO*:  Sooo... we have a two hour window we can use if need be.  Was the only damage done the saucer?
FCO_Sachs says:
OPS: Days like this I miss being in tactical, there's always something to do there.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Laughs ::   FCO: You should sit here some day...there's always something going on
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Sees an amber light flashing and presses a few buttons to see what it is ::
Host EO_Simmons says:
*CSO*: I said the saucer was destroyed, completely.  There was significant damage to the remainder of the ship...
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Adjusts that power flow in that particular conduit and watches the amber light turn back to green ::
FCO_Sachs says:
::Finishes setting in the plot for the probes:: CSO: All done, but I'll keep checking them over till we fire them off
FCO_Sachs says:
::Rolls eyes at OPS:: OPS: true, but i don't get to blow things up much sitting there
CSO_Singh says:
*EO*:  So our odds are about 2:3.  What was the defining factor for the variations in outcome?
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Laughs ::   FCO: That's what the target range is for...
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Thank you.
CSO_Singh says:
*CO*:  Sir, the probes are ready to be launched.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: Tell me Colonel, do you know anything of the Trill?
CSO_Singh says:
*CO*:  Also, I have not yet received a reply from Terupi on where we might find replacement parts.
FCO_Sachs says:
::Smiles:: OPS: Been there, done that.  Holodecks are better, more realistic  Good way to get the frustrations out after a hard day
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Her eyes are playing tricks on her.  The room becomes distorted...elongated  Noises are stretched out ::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  How is the remaining deflector generator holding out?
FCO_Sachs says:
::Hears the questions, and checks on her console::
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Feels a fire in her belly. A searing pain follows and she screams...but it doesn't seem as if it's her voice ::
Host EO_Simmons says:
*CSO*: We're still trying to nail that down, ma'am.  It could be containment of the field coils, or the anti-proton containment fields.
FCO_Sachs says:
CSO: They're ok for the time being.
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Then prepare to head out.
CSO_Singh says:
*EO*:  Stay on top of it.
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: Trill is no more.  Those of that species that still remain are scattered.. a legend at best.
CSO_Singh says:
OPS:  Before we head out, see how much information you can get from that ships database.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::shows him the picture of Qui again:: Col: Do you know if this Trill is in the hands of the Alliance?
FCO_Sachs says:
CSO: Just a reminder, we just have low warp.
OPS_Sanchez says:
CSO: Aye ma'am.   :: Punches several keys and begins tying in to that ships data base ::
FCO_Sachs says:
::Plots a course::
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Looks::  CIV: I have never seen that Trill.
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Feels her breathing is labored, the blood pounds in her ears; her eyes are glazed over and unfocused ::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Understood.  You may need to manually adjust that as we go. If possible, thicker along the bow.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Sees the data is being transferred and smiles to himself ::
Host CO_Savar says:
*CSO*: Launch the probes.  Contact Terupi again, put him through to me...
FCO_Sachs says:
::Nods::
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks out the screen, every moment of delay adds to her worry for Kehari::  *CO* Aye sir.
CSO_Singh says:
OPS:  Contact Terupi, inform him the captain would like to speak with him.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: Maybe you haven't, but have you heard of any news that a Trill was found or captured by your people?
OPS_Sanchez says:
CSO:  Aye ma'am
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: Many Trills have been captured by the Alliance.
CSO_Singh says:
FCO: Launch the probes.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: Recently?
FCO_Sachs says:
::Launches probes:: CSO: Probes away ma'am.
OPS_Sanchez says:
COM: Terupi: USS Luna to Captain Terupi...
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Slowly rubs up and down his arm::
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Checks his console and sees the channel is open ::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Let me know the minute they are out of our sensor range.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Sees the download is almost complete ::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: Well Colonel, were there any captured recently?
FCO_Sachs says:
CSO: Roger that
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@::Picks his teeth with a bone after finishing off what seems to be chicken::  COM: Luna: Yes what can I do for you now?
OPS_Sanchez says:
COM: Terupi: The Captain would like to speak with you.  Stand by a moment, please
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Places the com on hold ::   CSO: Ma'am, Captain Terupi is on the line
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@::Burps::  COM: Ops: Ok.. but I'm a busy man.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Sees some of the data coming over is encrypted ::
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Begins trying to decipher the encrypted data ::
FCO_Sachs says:
::Monitors the probes::
CSO_Singh says:
OPS:  Have you finished with the data transfer?
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: What is recent?
OPS_Sanchez says:
CSO: It's almost done.  Some of the information is encrypted.  I've started trying to decipher the encryption
CSO_Singh says:
::Tempted to roll her eyes.::  OPS:  Keeping in mind our recent predicament, be careful with the encryptions.
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Her sight is beginning to darken, the sounds still distorted ::
OPS_Sanchez says:
CSO: Aye ma'am
CSO_Singh says:
OPS:  As soon as you are finished, let me know.  ::Under her breath::  We need to get moving.
CSO_Singh says:
OPS:  Transfer the call to the captain's ready room.
OPS_Sanchez says:
CSO: Aye ma'am    :: Presses several buttons and transfers the call to the Captain's ready room::
Host CO_Savar says:
::As the call is transferred::  COM: Terupi: Captain Terupi...
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: In the past two days?
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@COM: CO: Captain Savar
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: There have been several successful missions in the past two days.
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV* :  How are things proceeding?
Host CO_Savar says:
COM: Terupi: Our vessel is facing a difficulty.  During the previous battle, our navigational deflector was damaged.  Repairs or a replacement is required, and we do not have the necessary parts in order to perform these repairs.  Would you know of a suitable location where we could find such items, or a replacement?
OPS_Qui says:
$::Wishing death himself would hurry and take her from here::
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@::ponders the question a moment.::  COM: CO: Well Captain... Our supply may have some parts but as you know we also sustained damage but there is a supply depot hidden in a moon not more then 5 light years away... they would have the parts you need.
CSO_Singh says:
::Catching her fingers tapping along her leg in impatience, she stops.  A smile lightly touches her lips as she thinks of the sighs of frustration Reyarc would have if he caught her as she broke one of the etiquette rules.::
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@COM: CO: Of course you can never reveal that fact... The Alliance, shall we say, may... ::Coughs::  take offense to that.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: It's going, I'm about to ask him where exactly do they keep prisoners
Host CO_Savar says:
COM: Terupi: That would be most helpful.  Would you be needed to escort us, or do we need specific codes to transmit?
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: And where do you keep these Trill prisoners?
Host CO_Savar says:
::Nods::  COM: Terupi: We will not compromise your security
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Feels her heart starting to race.  Her body starts going into a mild form of convulsions ::
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Leans over to the FCO ::   FCO: Shouldn't we be going somewhere yet?
OPS_Sanchez says:
FCO: Sitting here doesn't help my boss any
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: It depends on the location of their capture.  The recent captures were split between the facilities on Mu Cassiopiae and Kressari.
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@COM: CO: You'll need specific codes you are in enemy territory after all.  We can lead the way once you can fly.   My sensors are not functioning properly can you scan for Alliance ships along this route... ::Taps in coordinates and sends::  No sense in going if we are going to bring the enemy with us.
FCO_Sachs says:
::Shakes her head:: OPS: Yes, sorry, was in my own little world ::Starts them on there way::
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV*:  Not meaning to rush, but... I have this feeling we need to be gone from here.  Let me know when you are done.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Sees his console flashing ::  CSO: Download is complete, ma'am.  However, I'm still working on the encryptions
Host CO_Savar says:
::Taps his commbadge::  *CSO*: Commander, Captain Terupi is providing us the location of one of their supply depots.  Please scan for Alliance vessels along the path... 107 mark 14, a distance of ten light years.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: I have at least two locations where Qui might be held
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: What are the co-ordinates?
CSO_Singh says:
*CO*:  Downloads are complete.  Probes have been launched.  Engineering is working on the deflector problem.  And Captain MacPherson believes he is close to locating the prisoners.
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Taps his console impatiently ::
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Rambles off two sets of coordinates::
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Gasps for breath as the convulsions subsides ::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  You have the coordinates, head on out.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::too low to hear:: Col: Can you speak louder please?
FCO_Sachs says:
CSO: On our way now.
CSO_Singh says:
Security:  Keep a close scan for an Alliance vessels along the way.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: She could be held in either Mu Cassiopiae and Kressari.
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Screams out suddenly, a scream of pain::
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Turns her head to look at the grotesque people in the tubes.  Whispers towards them ::   Aloud: I'll be joining you all shortly
CSO_Singh says:
FCO: Acknowledged...
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV*: Understood... now if I can locate them...  ::Moves up to her station and pulls out the star maps they have of the area.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: I forgot to mention Colonel, that serum, there is nothing in it. You are completely safe, no virus
Host Col_Ramphile says:
CIV: But... it burns... ::begins tearing at his clothes::  It burns....
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Feels the burning as if her insides were being torn from her.  She screams again; her voice sounding unfamiliar to her own ears ::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  I am sending you the coordinates of Mu C and Kressari.  How far are they from our current destination?
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: Because Colonel, you believe that it did contain a virus, but I'll send medical down
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: Can you send a medical team down to the holding cells?
FCO_Sachs says:
::Looks up the destinations:: CSO: One's 17, the other 5 give or take a few
Host TO_Wessen says:
CSO: Ma'am.  No ships detected along that route.  I am reading four ships approaching... several light years distant, 214 mark 52.
CSO_Singh says:
TO:  Can you identify them?
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@::Orders his ship to follow after the Luna::
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Falls limp, eyes unfocused, sounds distorted. ::
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  From the moons depot?  How long at our current speed?
CSO_Singh says:
TO:  Take us to yellow alert.
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Continues to try to cool his body off::  CIV: You... I hate you.... You are visitors here... you should not have come.  The Alliance will hunt you down, and destroy you....
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Her sight starts to darken again as she feels her breathing come ragged and labored ::
CSO_Singh says:
*CO*:  Captain, the route is clear, but there are 4 ships approaching.
Host CO_Savar says:
COM: Terupi: Did you hear that?  The path is clear, but we need to move.  Our ship can travel at Warp 2.5 at best right now.
Host Capt_Terupi says:
@COM: CO: I'm right behind you Capt as soon as we are within 500 kms of the moon I'll transmit the codes.  We can cover if need be.
FCO_Sachs says:
CSO: I'm trying to figure that out
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Telepathically speaks to her symbiont not knowing if Qui is still with her or not ::   ~~~ Qui: If you can hear me, Qui...I am honored to have been chosen as your host. I'm sorry we have to end like this.  Please forgive me...~~~
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks over as Wesson gives his report.::  *CO*:  They are Alliance ships
Host CO_Savar says:
<CO_Savar> *CSO/FCO*: Bridge, set course along that path, maximum warp.  Maintain a vigilant eye on the deflector system...
CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  As soon as you know...
CSO_Singh says:
*CO*:  Acknowledged.  We are under way.
Host Col_Ramphile says:
::Falls to the ground, his body feeling like it is two hundred degrees... the deck is so cool...::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: Can you send a medical team down to the holding cells?
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Makes sure power allotments hold steady ::
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV*:  What has happened?
CSO_Singh says:
*Medical*:  Medical team report to the brig.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: Nothing
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Hopes they find his boss in time ::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
Col: A medical team is on its way
CSO_Singh says:
::Raises an eyebrow.::  *CIV*:  Please describe nothing.
CSO_Singh says:
::Lifts her hands to her temple, pressing gently, thinking once again, how nice it would be to have the first officer back.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: Meaning that there is no emergency, just need a team to check the condition of the Colonel. He thinks he has ingested a virus
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV*:  He thinks...?  Never mind for now.
CSO_Singh says:
*Medical*:  As soon as you have your report, send a copy to myself and the captain.
CSO_Singh says:
::Looks over at OPS and FCO as things were currently in their hands at the moment.::
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Her sight grows darker still, the sounds beginning to fade ::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: Long story Commander
OPS_Sanchez says:
:: Ensuring all systems have the necessary power they need. ::
CSO_Singh says:
:: Sends her thoughts flying::  Hold on Kehari
Host MedTech_Bradley says:
::Enters the Brig::  CIV: What's the problem, Captain?
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV*:  When you have the time... As for now, as soon as you are done with your prisoner, please come to the bridge.
OPS_Qui says:
$:: Imagines being with the Luna again. She smiles weakly ::  Out loud: Good bye my friends. Safe journey wherever you are...
CSO_Singh says:
:: Stares out the screen, her fingers tapping once again impatiently against her thigh as if she could make the ship move any faster.  The thought of her book of magic pops into her head.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
MedTech: I gave him a truth serum and I kind of told him there was virus in it that would kill him. Even though I told him that there was nothing in it, he is complaining of burning and itching. So I figured if you checked him out, it would help ease his fear
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CSO*: What is up Commander?
OPS_Sanchez says:
Self: Come on...come on...    :: Willing the ship to go faster, though he knows he cannot do this physically ::
CSO_Singh says:
*CIV*:  We have four approaching Alliance ships and are heading into their space.  Your tactical experience would be useful.
Host MedTech_Bradley says:
::Motions to Security to drop the forcefield and walks up to the prone form of the Colonel.  As she scans him, she frowns...::  CIV: This man is dead....
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