=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10609.03

Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Karriaunna Scotti as XO Harmony Singh
Steve Gelhorn as CMO Lennier McDonald
Christopher Nickel as MO Richard Lynch
Richard Pickett as CSO Rickal Jarek
Ken Reinke as CTO Gladius Augustus

Ship Manager Peter Saunders

Also Staring:
Peter Saunders as the Alien
Peter Saunders as OPS Dora
Karriaunna Scotti as Reyarc
Ken Reinke as TO Crewman Torrnce

Absent:
Heike Daemmig as FCO Shania
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

Episode 213 “Hollow Eternity, Part 5”:  The crew of the Luna has stumbled upon an ancient bio-vessel encased in an asteroid.  Unfortunately the vessel appears to have a desire to kill itself, the question is however after 2 million years why hasn't it managed to do so itself?
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MO_Lynch says:
@::standing before the console::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Near the entity::  Alien: No... wait...
CTO_Augustus says:
@::stand watching the XO, MO & the creature; patiently awaiting the new security element to arrive, having made up his mind toward his own personal actions and what they would be::
FCO_Shania says:
::stepping on the bridge, with a steaming pot of coffee in her hand::
Host CO_Savar says:
:: Sitting in his command chair ::

@ACTION: 3 security team members arrive in the same chamber as the Away Team.

CMO_McDonald says:
:: continues the sensor scans of the vessel from the science stations ::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Holds up her hands toward the security officers.::  CTO: Take charge of your team.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Greets the Security element and roughly briefs them::
FCO_Shania says:
::greets the CO and plops down at helm::
Host Alien says:
@XO: I have waited... for a long time
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: Then a few more minutes won't change anything.  What if I decided to stay and keep you company for the remainder of my life?
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: Aye what would you like done with them; stay here as I scout or have them scout?
Host Alien says:
@MO: But you will die and I will remain... Your species cannot sustain me
FCO_Shania says:
CO: We are receiving a hail from SFC, Priority 1.
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: In time perhaps we could find more wayward travelers looking for a place to stay.
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: Is the message classified, Commander?
XO_Singh says:
@ CTO: Take two with you and leave the other one.  And be careful.
FCO_Shania says:
CO: No sir, it's not.
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: Then on screen, please.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Augustus has two members of the team take positions across from each other, but so that they would not be in each others way if they had to use their weapons, but still cover the alien and everyone else::
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: I have been thinking for a very long time that perhaps Starfleet is not the place for me.
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: There is much you can offer... and perhaps we can offer in exchange.
FCO_Shania says:
CO: Aye sir. ::puts the message on screen::

ACTION: On the viewscreen a gruff looking Admiral appears

CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: Ok, I will take the crewman and leave these two in your care, please make sure that do not hurt themselves.
Host Admiral_Durham says:
COM: Luna: Captain Savar, what is the status of your mission?
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: If that is ok with you?
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Nods to the CTO, hoping he finds some answers that might help.::
Host Alien says:
@MO: You are lying... I do not want company
Host CO_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: Admiral, an away team from the Luna has made contact with an alien lifeform.  It is still unknown at this time if that lifeform, or another method, is responsible for the unusual properties observed of the asteroid.
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: You just stated you were tired of living because your crew died so long ago.  Why do you change your mind?
Host Alien says:
@XO: You can offer me what I want... I will give you something in return
CTO_Augustus says:
@::with the one crewman from tactical he heads out after linking their tricorders and having both set to map there way around the vessel::
Host Admiral_Durham says:
COM: Luna: What sort of alien lifeform?
XO_Singh says:
@:: Glancing at the doctor and back::  Alien: Beyond death, what would you seek?  :: curiosity steps in::  What would you offer in return?

@ACTION: The CTO finds himself back in the familiar tunnel system

Host Alien says:
@MO: I said I was tired... my crew died... not because they died.
Host CO_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: The lifeform may be the entire asteroid itself, which the away team reports may be a vessel of some kind.  The being they have interacted with is likely a projection of some kind, holographic or telepathic.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Augustus walks along the tunnel seeing nothing new or even rooms, just blue dust::
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: Then there is nothing like change to revitalize one's existence
Host Alien says:
@XO: Nothing... I only seek death... I offer knowledge and a tool
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: A tool?
MO_Lynch says:
@::looks curious at this "tool" thought::
Host Alien says:
@MO:  I have seen more than you can imagine... I wish only to do what should have been done long ago
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: Nothing new to report on the scans. I'm going to try and see if I can boost the gain to get a better look.
MO_Lynch says:
@::sighs:: Alien: And how do you propose we go about this my friend
Host Admiral_Durham says:
COM: Luna: Then you are to bring this "vessel" back to Starbase 917, where we will study it further
Host Alien says:
@XO: Yes... one that may help one with the sight later...
CTO_Augustus says:
@::continues his exploration of the tunnel system, and finds nothing, Gladius remembers an old saying, "from nothing unto nothing a corpse is a corpse, was I here? were we here?"::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: confused::  Alien: Sight?
Host CO_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: Understood, Admiral.  I will make it so.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Looks at the doctor.::

@ACTION: The CTO arrives at the end of a corridor where an organic portal conveniently opens revealing a large chamber

MO_Lynch says:
@::looks back at the XO somewhat saddened at having even asked the question::
Host Admiral_Durham says:
COM: Luna: Very good Captain, Durham out ::cuts the channel::
Host CO_Savar says:
:: turns to the CMO:: CMO: How disappointing...
CTO_Augustus says:
@:: Walks around a bend and almost walks into a portal::
Host Alien says:
@MO: You must remove the lock on my systems so I can do what is needed.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Understanding the doctors look, at the same time it was the aliens right.  He had said something like that long ago...::
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Holds his hand up for the crewman to stop, he pulls out his tricorder and scans the portal::
Host CO_Savar says:
*XO*: Commander Singh?
MO_Lynch says:
@::turns to face the console thumbing over the idea in his mind....  hearing his younger self taking on the "Oath to do no harm"::
Host Alien says:
@XO: Yes the sight... You know but you do not comprehend
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: Augustus to the XO
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: Very much so. Can I make a suggestion? Is anyone on the away team telepathic?
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Steps away from the pair::  *CO*: Captain, the alien is adamant about wanting to end its existence.
Host CO_Savar says:
CMO: None.
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: Well there goes my idea..
Host CO_Savar says:
::Thinks for a moment::  *XO*: A moral quandary that might be out of our hands.  Starfleet Command has ordered us to retrieve the vessel and alien and return it to Starbase 917 for further study.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::repeats his previous actions::
MO_Lynch says:
@::turns back to the Visual Representation of the ship::  Alien: I can't do it.  You are a living life form.  I can not bring myself to do it
Host CO_Savar says:
:: While awaiting a reply ::  FCO: Commander Shania, please verify the authenticity of the message we just received.
XO_Singh says:
@ *CO*: How do you wish me to proceed with this?
FCO_Shania says:
CO: On it ::taps a few buttons::
Host Alien says:
@MO: Listen.  Already they plan to study me.  Keep me locked up like an animal for study. Is that an existence you could live with?
CTO_Augustus says:
@::with a bit of frustration in his voice::
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: What?  Why do you say that?
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Looks over at the doctor and hears the alien.  In his words, she could understand.::
MO_Lynch says:
@::having not been privy to the CO's communication::
Host CO_Savar says:
*XO*: I do not wish to subject a sentient lifeform to a life of study and imprisonment.  You are the away team commander - what is your recommendation regarding the alien's mental status and request?
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: XO!  Augustus here this is the third attempt to speak here, are you there?
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Shakes her head::  *CO*: Sir, the alien already perceives itself as a lab rat.  I cannot in conscious condone that.  I would not for myself.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Self: I will do this my way, then
FCO_Shania says:
CO: The message seems to be valid. It did come from a sub office of SFC, not from Admiral Weatherby's office, however.
XO_Singh says:
@*CO*: One moment sir...
XO_Singh says:
@*CTO*: I am here... I am speaking with the captain.  Is it important?
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Walks into the room scanning as he goes, seeing an orb on a pedestal he scans it; seeing nothing dangerous will happen to his knowledge..::
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: Maybe I could telepathically connect with it. I doubt it though.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: Alien if you’re this ship you can hear me I am going to touch this orb!

@ACTION: A manifestation of the Alien appears in front of the CTO

CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: XO, if you want an updated report on what I have found then yes it is!  About 100 meters from you I have found an organic doorway that opens into a room I am about to pick up an orb I have found, that is all
Host Alien says:
@CTO: You must be careful... This is very fragile
CTO_Augustus says:
@::startled Gladius steps back::
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: Have you scanned it?  It is never wise to pick up something you have no idea what it is.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien; Then it is ok to pick up this object? I will be very careful I promise
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: Thank you for investigating that.
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: Of course, is the alien still with you?
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: I even asked permission before doing so!
XO_Singh says:
@ *CO*: One moment sir... something has come up.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::stands at the back of the Bridge::
FCO_Shania says:
CO: You are welcome ::settles back and sips her coffee::
Host Alien says:
@::nods:: CTO: It is.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::reaches out with both hands picking up the orb, he tries to cradle the object in both hands and against his body, thus showing concern for others property::
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: There is a manifestation of him with us.  Use caution... considering that the entity seeks death... I have no desire at this point in time of joining him in that request.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Motions the doctor over to join her.::
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: I was curious, because I have the same entity here with me as well
Host Alien says:
@MO: Ask her, she will tell you
MO_Lynch says:
@::moves over toward the XO::  XO: Commander?
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: Which confirms it is probably some form of holograph.
Host CO_Savar says:
:: Continues to await further reports from the away team ::
CMO_McDonald says:
:: walks down and sits beside the captain :: CO: Once the ship and creature are here. permission to head down to try and connect with it. See what its true intentions are.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Quietly:: MO: What he says is true.  The captain is asking for our recommendation.
MO_Lynch says:
@::now standing beside the XO::  XO: Commander, the Ship states you know something about tests?
CTO_Augustus says:
@::turns the orb over in hands, it is about 4 inches in diameter::
Host CO_Savar says:
CMO: I do not believe it would be wise to return the alien to Starfleet for further study.  We should make our research, and recommendation, from here.
MO_Lynch says:
@::looks shocked::  XO: Commander???  This is a sentient being.  Starfleet has no right... especially if it is to follow it's own charter
Host Alien says:
@::watches the CTO with mild interest:: CTO: Dropping it would be bad.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan listens in on the CO and Doctor::
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: I would tend to agree with you. My personal recommendation is we learn as much as we can and leave it be in peace.
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: I do not disagree with you.  However, that has never stopped the 'curiosity' of others in such matters.  You know that as well as I do.
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: I have to disagree, there is nothing indicating bio electromagnetic discharges that would indicate a hologram of any form, just bio-electrical charges though different equally the same as any living creature sir
Host CO_Savar says:
CMO: If I understand correctly, it is alone, and seeks release from the realm of the living because of this.
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: This vessel has been around for a couple of millions years, I would be surprised if they do not have technology that far surpasses ours in areas.
MO_Lynch says:
@::looks angrily at the XO feeling even less a part of Starfleet than he ever has before::  XO: I will NOT let Starfleet take this life form for use in a lab.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: If something happens to this orb, what happens to you or the ship?  Why is it bad? ::Gladius ever so gently lowers the orb back unto its resting place::
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: If the away team can find out where its from originally maybe we can help it get back there.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: Are you alive like me or an artificial life form?
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: I have no intention of allowing that either... though there most likely will be repercussions to that decision.  What needs to be figured out now, is the honoring of its request.  Consider this.  If we do nothing, someone else will come along and do the very thing we do not want... or the entity wants.
Host Alien says:
@CTO: I cannot explain... you wouldn't understand.  When I die that must not be with me... to be safe
Host Alien says:
@CTO: I live like you and are what you call artificial
MO_Lynch says:
@::storms back over to the console making inquiries into systems like propulsion and shield technology::
Host CO_Savar says:
CMO: Perhaps.  I will suggest that to the Commander when she checks in again.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO/CMO: Pardon the interruption, but I couldn't help to overhear, but I find it unwise to bring that alien aboard this ship
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien so what do you want me to do with it, or for that matter if I am to watch over this for you, you will have to tell me its dangers to my crewmates and our vessel.  All possible dangers.
CMO_McDonald says:
:: Turns around :: CIV: For what reason?
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: So, what do I call you?
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Quietly::  MO: Doctor... do you honestly believe that if the entity is the ship, you can over ride it and take it elsewhere?
MO_Lynch says:
@::slams a fist on the console::  Self: Damn!  ::turns to the alien::  Alien: Why are you locking out the systems I am inquiring about?
Host Alien says:
@CTO: Once from me it is safe, you have no ability to use the device
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO: Isn't it obvious doctor? that entity might try and take over this ship. And that I will not have, not on my watch
Host Alien says:
@MO: I am not.  The crew did so before they left.
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: Why did the crew do that... and why did they leave?  Go where?
CMO_McDonald says:
CIV: From what I've heard the entity wants to end its life because it is lonely. I highly doubt it will take over the ship, and forgive me for the next comment. You are not sitting in the centre chair.
Host Alien says:
@CTO: I am a... Dragon class vessel, I have no spoken name however
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: Then how in the hell do I unlock them?  ::getting rather angry and frustrated::
XO_Singh says:
@ *CO*: Captain, how much time do we have before we have to make a final decision?
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: Are or do you have a species that would seek it out?  Maybe an enemy of your species?  Could they or someone else be able to use this as a weapon of some sort?
Host CO_Savar says:
*XO*: I would appreciate a decision soon.  I'd like you to determine why the alien is alone, or where his companions are.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: So do I call you by your designation or did you as your vessel once have a name or title?  If not then can I call you Drago?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO: It is my job not to trust anything, anyone, other Star Fleet personnel or an alien lifeform, no offense doctor.
Host Alien says:
@XO: They did this so that I did not fall into the wrong hands. They left.
XO_Singh says:
@ *CO*: Understood... believe me.  I will get back to you soon.
Host Alien says:
@MO: I can tell you how.
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: Why did they leave?  Where did they go?
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: Then make it so
CMO_McDonald says:
CIV: Yes because of your training at Starfleet Intelligence. Maybe you guys should take a page from us out on the front lines every once in awhile and leave the suspicions to us.
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: Doctor... one moment.
Host Alien says:
@CTO: It is not a weapon, it is a defense.
MO_Lynch says:
@::turns to the XO::
Host Alien says:
@XO: They left. To where, I do not know.
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: Why did they leave... why did they leave you?
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: Can you explain that, I mean defense is a vague answer.  Besides if I take this I am sure the knowing my species and the Federation they would want to try and work on it or try to figure it out.
Host Alien says:
@CTO: They will fail. Now please... take it and go, it will do you know harm... of this I assure you.
Host CO_Savar says:
:: Watches the helmswoman still working on her pot of coffee, and suddenly questions her caffeine intake ::
CMO_McDonald says:
CO: You're worried about something.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: OK, I will but you know the rest of this ship, can you give me digital readouts of its size and a map of it's corridors?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO: Need I remind you doctor if it were not for us black-shirts, you would be sent on your mission practically blind. It is us operatives who put our lives on the line more often then not to get that information. It is not your job to be suspicious, it is mine and I do it very well.
Host Alien says:
@XO: Because we had failed to stop Time.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: and other data, science, medical communications, quadrant maps nothing tactical or that our species can convert to harmful weapons
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Shakes her head:: MO: Doctor, I am sorry, but the inability to answer that question troubles me.  I will do what I can to help an being live, but not at the cost of others.
CMO_McDonald says:
CIV: I just think a starship is no place for you lot.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Picking the orb up again carefully, Gladius lays his tricorder down on the pedestal::

@ACTION: The CTO suddenly feels extremely familiar with the layout of this vessel, it appears that some knowledge has been deposited in his brain

MO_Lynch says:
@XO: It doesn't mean we should kill it
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO: I commanded my own starship for nearly three years doctor.
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: It does not... :: Looks at the alien wondering hot time now fit into this.::
XO_Singh says:
<hot = how>
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: You pass information on directly through neural processing, but how, there is no neural link between us.
CMO_McDonald says:
::mutters something under his breathe :: and just leaves it at that ::
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: Doctor... if this entity seeks death... how do you propose to keep it from doing so?  Once those controls are released, it can and will seek its death.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: I am going to place this in a stasis field will that be ok?
Host Alien says:
@CTO: There are technologies that your species will discover in time.  Yes.  Keep it safe.
MO_Lynch says:
@::even more frustrated after hearing the XO::  XO: Well I am not going to let it become a slave to Starfleet Intelligence
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: Then we honor its request...
MO_Lynch says:
@::turns to the Alien::  Alien: Is there a way to let you die without unlocking your systems?
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Taking everything he has learned into account Gladius, then orders his crewman to return to the shuttle bringing back a portable stasis unit::
Host Alien says:
@MO: Your vessel does not have the necessary technology
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: Sir, I have contacted with the Alien and have accepted his gift of an orb, that will be placed in stasis, for transport and he has indicated it must be taken off this ship
MO_Lynch says:
@Alien: But can I start some sort of cascade failure that will allow death... or perhaps inject you with a toxin?
XO_Singh says:
@*CO*: Captain, we wish to honor the entities request.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien; You are sure of the safety factors and nothing my people can do to this orb can hurt them or anyone currently or in the future?
Host Alien says:
@MO: The most... humane... way of ending is to unlock my systems.
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: Prepare to leave.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO: So therefore I am more than qualified to be here. SFI put me here for a reason, to make sure you guys don't make the wrong decisions and jeopardize the Federation and its citizens.
Host Alien says:
@CTO: Perhaps in a few million years you may be able to use the device.  You will know what it is by then.
MO_Lynch says:
@::steps back from the Alien even though he is physically inside the alien::  Alien: You don't really want to die do you?
Host CO_Savar says:
*XO*: You are going to terminate the alien's life?
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: Aye aye. *Crewman Torrnce*: Stand by at the shuttle with the stasis unit
Host Alien says:
@MO: I want to die. There is nothing for me here.
TO_Torrnce says:
@*CTO*: Standing by
MO_Lynch says:
@::turns to the XO::  XO: Commander... get Augustus, yourself and his men back to the shuttle and get yourselves out of here.  I will finish up what needs to be done here.
XO_Singh says:
@*CO*: We are going to unlock its systems for it to follow its own path...
MO_Lynch says:
@::turns back to the alien::  Alien: Show me how to unlock your systems.
CTO_Augustus says:
@Alien: then I shall bid you good bye and good luck Dragon. ::turns around and carefully holding the orb heads toward the shuttles location::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Looks awhile at the doctor.::
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: On my way now Commander
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Quietly:: Alien: You wanted me to take something away.
MO_Lynch says:
@::seeing her still standing there::  XO: GO!!!
Host Alien says:
@::moves over to one of his consoles and indicates a set of commands:: MO: You must enter these here.
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: Take your men and head out on the second shuttle.  We will not be far behind.
MO_Lynch says:
@::watching the Alien point out the desired keystrokes::
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Stops, turns toward the Alien:: Alien, thank you and I am sorry we did not understand better ;;leaves at a run to the shuttle::
Host Alien says:
@XO: The other one has it.  But remember, Time flies, beware her wrath.
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: Understood...
MO_Lynch says:
@::looks curious at the XO hearing the Ship speak::
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: Aye.  *Torrnce*: Crewman fire up shuttle two and prepare for immediate lift off upon my return
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: I will wait for you in the shuttle...
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: If you will allow a lock please...
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Turns to leave, no arguments wanted.::
MO_Lynch says:
@XO: Commander.... Leave with Augustus... I will be on the second  shuttle.  I need you all gone.... Gone... ::whispers more for thinking aloud::   Just in case
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: You bring my two security persons with you sir, and for the record keep them with you until I see you and the Doctor aboard the Luna
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Moving down the hall, she catches part of what he says, but not all, ignoring it anyways.::
CTO_Augustus says:
@::as he runs he receives the acknowledgement from his security department members through the communicator::
XO_Singh says:
@ *CO*: Captain, the security team should be on their way back... I am going to wait for the doctor as long as I can.
Host Alien says:
@::appears near the XO:: XO: I will handle him.  Thank you.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Boards the shuttle, stasis field is set up and places orb inside the field::
Host CO_Savar says:
*XO*: Understood, Commander.  ::Begins to consider what he will tell Command::
MO_Lynch says:
@::begins keying in the desired keystrokes... eyes begin watering up as he is disobeying his Oath as a Doctor... pauses prior to the last entry::  Alien: I bid you a good journey.  ::turns to look at the visual representation::
CTO_Augustus says:
@*XO*: Departing in 15 seconds ::as the shuttles engines start the wind up process for departure and return to the Luna::
XO_Singh says:
@ Alien: I wish you luck on the next path of life... where ever that may be.  :: smiles sadly as she hurries back through the tunnel and into the treasure room.::
Host Alien says:
@MO: Death is the start of a great journey.  Perhaps one day I will meet your ancestors.
XO_Singh says:
@ *CTO*: I will see you back at the ship...
MO_Lynch says:
@::nods as he reaches for the final keystroke...  and presses it::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Soon she is across the floor and heading back through the tunnel that brought them here.::
MO_Lynch says:
@::shares one final meaningful look with the life form and then turns to run out of the chamber and down the corridor::
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: Luna this is Augustus returning and on approach, please have a stasis field and grav unit set up upon our return, additionally have security with a portable force field unit there as well. Augustus out
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Almost running now, she finds herself at the shuttle, keying it open.::
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO/CIV: Commander, Captain - please see to the Chief Tactical Officer's requests.
MO_Lynch says:
@::taps badge::  *XO* Commander... it is done.  I should be there in 30 seconds::
FCO_Shania says:
CO: Aye sir. ::taps some buttons to set the people below to work::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Entering she quickly gets it ready for flight...:: *MO*: I am waiting...

@ACTION: The XO hears what can only be described as a "pop" and the MO appears behind her

MO_Lynch says:
@::finds himself in the shuttle::  XO: Let's go Commander.  ::not missing a beat and wiping the moisture from his eyes::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Hearing a sound, quickly turns around.  Seeing the doctor, she says nothing but gets the shuttle off the rock.::
CTO_Augustus says:
::Gently the shuttle is returned to one of the Luna's shuttle bays::
Reyarc says:
<Reyarc> :: Stands in the shuttle bay, waiting for the arrival of the shuttle and orb.::
MO_Lynch says:
@::sits quietly in the back of the shuttle with nothing but his demons to keep him company::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: I want to see this thing for myself, I'm going down with the Sec team
FCO_Shania says:
CO: Sir, sensors pick up a massive power buildup from the asteroid. It's off the scale. I think we should get away from here ASAP.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Not looking back, she heads for the Luna::  *OPS*: On approach, permission to land...

ACTION: On the Luna's viewscreen and from the XO's shuttle the Asteroid can be seen glowing a brilliant shade of orange, then in one rather unimpressive flash there is nothing left but a few particles of expanding matter.

CTO_Augustus says:
::awaits for decon to take place and removes his EVA suit, looking around he waits to see the Security team arrive, before exiting the shuttle::
MO_Lynch says:
@::sits unmoving and emotionless at the display::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan leaves the Bridge for the Shuttlebay where the stasis field will be set-up::
Host CO_Savar says:
:: Prepares to give orders to protect the shuttles, but is far too late - and unnecessary::

ACTION: Everyone onboard gets a warm feeling run through their systems, one of unadulterated joy, although no-one can tell where it’s coming from.

CTO_Augustus says:
::Exits the shuttle motions for his security team to come forward, places the orb onto the grav unit and activates the stasis and force field units securing it with his on password::
Host OPS_Dora says:
*XO*: Permission granted.
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: I truly am sorry... :: takes the ship in to land.::
CTO_Augustus says:
Security Team: Take that to the Tactical Offices and secure it with a guard until I countermand that order, move
XO_Singh says:
<Reyarc> :. steps up to the security officer.::  CTO: I have come for the orb of Time.
=/\=  =/\=  =/\=  =/\=  =/\=    End Mission   =/\=  =/\=  =/\=  =/\=  =/\=

TIME LAPSE to next mission: 1 Week