SUMMARY:  The crew have returned to Starbase 102.  There have been some changes to the timeline, some crew still missing, the Capt still alive but dead in the other timeline.  Unfortunately Hawkes was not returned.  After interviews with Temporal Investigations the crew has some good news.  The Pharaoh has a new Captain.  Capt Surok got a new assignment, while Command was offered to Cmdr Santiago, she felt that she was not ready and Starfleet was not ready for a pacifist in Command.  The Captaincy went to Cmdr Quchant.  The party is just beginning in the arboretum, music is playing, food going around and brass coming out of the wazoo...

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CTO_Sumner says:
::hustling towards the arboretum, running a little late today::
CMO_Balena says:
::praying in his temp quarters in front of a Bajoran religious symbol::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::standing in front of the mirror in his quarters adjusting the dress uniform with red trimming....looking at the three solid gold pips where a fourth is shortly to join them::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::In the Arboretum speaking with his Sister Lorey.::
CNS_Montaug says:
::takes a seat in the Arboretum::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier>  ::Walking towards the front of the room.::
CMO_Balena says:
::hears a beeping:: Computer: Time
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> XO:  So Nita, what do you think of him? Is he the marrying kind? It is important, I maybe giving up a Quad for him. ::Her eyes sparkle.::
CTO_Sumner says:
::Steps through the entrance to the arboretum, attaching his Ensign pip to his new gold-trimmed uniform. He runs his fingers through his hair, the tips of which have been died crimson in random places::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Laughs:: Lorehani:  Lorey, you two are going to kill each other.  ::Grins looks over and points to Thomas, just to get him going.::
CNS_Montaug says:
CTO: Nice uniform, Sumner...
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Breaks down laughing realizing that the man she pointed to was not Thomas.::
CTO_Sumner says:
::grins slightly:: CNS: Thank you, counselor. I like the gold, but I will always look best in blue.
Host CO_Quchant says:
::ears start to burn::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::wonders is *she* is going to be here tonight::
CNS_Montaug says:
::smiles and stands:: CTO: I'm more of a fan of purple myself, but those missions don't come along very often
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Computer> CMO: The time is 1955.  You have five minutes to till the promotion.
CMO_Balena says:
::quickly gets to his feet and blows out the candles::
CTO_Sumner says:
::Smiles at the CNS before looking around for something to drink:: CNS: Have I missed anything?
CMO_Balena says:
::grabs his dress uniform jacket and rushes out the door::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::looks at the chronometer...sighs..makes a final adjustment and head out the door wishing that if *she* was going to attend...she would have told him::
CMO_Balena says:
::walking quickly as he starts to put his jacket on::
CNS_Montaug says:
CTO: No, we're about to begin actually.  There's a, strike, or slap....punch!  That's it.  Punch bowl over there.::points::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> ::Looks at the chronometer:: Self:  Typical, why are all Captains late to their own promotion party.
Host CO_Quchant says:
::looks at the CMO rush out of his quarters ahead::
Host CO_Quchant says:
CMO: Doc...slow down...they can't start without me
CMO_Balena says:
::stops and looks back at the CO:: CO: Sir... I think they would be in trouble if they did
CTO_Sumner says:
::smirks lightly at the CNS's calling the punch 'slap', and decides to refer to it as such from now on:: CNS: Thanks. ::Proceeds to the punch, and serves himself a glass::
CMO_Balena says:
::smiles::
Host CO_Quchant says:
CMO: This is true.  I hate changing uniform colors...yellow red yellow red...My wardrobe over the years would look like a sumarian sunset
CNS_Montaug says:
::follows the CTO, and pours himself a drink:: CTO: It's a bit fruity for a combat drink...
CMO_Balena says:
CO: Well sir you won't have to worry about that anymore
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> ::Taps the microphone.:: ALL:  Hello?  Hello?  May I have your attention...
Host CO_Quchant says:
::looks a little glum as they round the corner heading to the party spot.....::
CMO_Balena says:
::walks with the CO to the ceremony::
CTO_Sumner says:
::sips his punch lightly, deciding not to correct the Ensign. He was having too much fun to do that:: CNS: It's supposed to remind us of the joys for which we fight...
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Looks to the front and moves up to the Admiral.::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Takes her seat, front and centre.  A seat where Thomas can't miss her.::
CNS_Montaug says:
::nods and takes a seat, listening intently to the Admiral::
Host XO_Santiago says:
All:  It would seem that the guest of honour is late.  ::Grins::  I’d hate to party without him.  What do you all say?
Host CO_Quchant says:
::sees the door to the party room::
Host CO_Quchant says:
CMO: I guess you better go in and warn them
CTO_Sumner says:
XO: To hell with him, let's get started...
CTO_Sumner says:
::grins::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Laughs::  CTO:  Ens, remember he signs your paycheck or I can assign you permanently to the night shift.  ::Winks at him.::
CMO_Balena says:
CO: Aye sir and good luck ::steps inside::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> ::Laughs::
CMO_Balena says:
::enters the room and see that everyone is already here::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::takes a moment outside....looking down the corridors leading to the room, hoping to see a familiar face::
CTO_Sumner says:
::shrugs as if not caring, and sips his punch more::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::sighs heavily...straightens his jacket again...and steps towards the door and into the room::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> All:  Well we can sing party tunes until he gets here,  Everyone know "Coke is the real thing"
Host CO_Quchant says:
::looks at the crowd from the back of the room::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::leans against the wall::
CMO_Balena says:
::moves over to the XO::
CMO_Balena says:
XO: Sir the captain is here. I think we should get started
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Smiles:: CMO:  Hey Doc...I owe you a whole bunch of thanks.  ::Looks at him:: He is, is he?  Just one moment.
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Leans over and whispers to the Admiral::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::tries to hide::
CMO_Balena says:
XO: Sir for what?
CNS_Montaug says:
::looks up at the name 'doc', but realizes it's not him, and sits patiently::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> ::Talks a little loudly:: XO: He is, is he!  ::Looks out at the crowd.:: CO:  Cmdr Quchant please step forward.
Host XO_Santiago says:
CMO:  For saving me again.  ::Grins::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::steps forward putting on a brave face::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Looks at Thomas.::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::makes his way through the throng getting pats on the back etc::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Turns and stands, looking at Thomas.::
CMO_Balena says:
::smiles:: XO: It was nothing sir
CMO_Balena says:
::smiles and nods at the new CO::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::Stops dead in his tracks::
CTO_Sumner says:
::glances to the CO, finishing his punch and setting his glass aside::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::now has big genuine grin::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Great big smile against her blue face.:
CNS_Montaug says:
::arches a white eyebrow at the CO::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::realizes people are beginning to stare::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::winks at Lore and steps up to the dais::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> CO:  Come on Commander you can drool after you girlfriend later.  ::Smiles showing him she is not upset.::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::blushes somewhat::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Laughs along with Nita.::
CMO_Balena says:
::laughs a little::
CTO_Sumner says:
::Finds himself distracted by a recent arrival::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier>  ::Waiting for the new CO.:: All:  Admiral Dawson sends her regrets and asked me to fill in for her.  She is off for a meeting that she couldn't get out of.  
Host CO_Quchant says:
::steps up next to the admiral::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> All:  I was pleased to do this for her.  There is nothing more pleasurable then promotions.  
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> All:  I have this long speech prepared... ::Listens to the groans in the audience then grins::  But, I came to enjoy myself.  So let's get to it.
Host CO_Quchant says:
::wipes brow in mock relief::
Host XO_Santiago says:
CO:  Commander Quchant, by the authority invested in me I pronounce you and the lovely blue lady Man and wife.
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> ::Steps off the podium::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani>  ::Turns white::
CMO_Balena says:
::watches the ceremony::
CTO_Sumner says:
::grins as She approaches him, a smile on her face, before standing next to him, pretending to watch the ceremony while slipping a hand into his::

Host CO_Quchant says:
XO: Fortunately, you don't have that authority....you know your sister...she's planning something big
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Laughs::  CO:  You know me 
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> ::Steps back up.:: CO:  Seriously..... With all the rights and privileges that goes with this, I'm pleased to promote you to Captain.  ::Pulls out a box.::
CMO_Balena says:
::smiles and prepares to cheer for his new CO::
Host CO_Quchant says:
Adm: Cool...a box!
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> CO:  Like a two year old Captain, How about I give you the box and I'll keep the pip?  ::Grins::
CNS_Montaug says:
::bows his head in shame at the childish statement of his new Captain::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Begins tapping her foot.::
Host CO_Quchant says:
Adm: That would be good, but someone has her eye on the larger pay
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier>::Laughs:: CO:  Ok then, takes the pip and pins it on his collar. Holds out her hand to shake his.:: Congratulations Captain.
CMO_Balena says:
::smiles and starts to clap::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::shakes the admiral's hand::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Claps for Thomas.::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Claps for her man.::
CTO_Sumner says:
::Would clap, but is otherwise indisposed::
CNS_Montaug says:
::claps softly::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> CO:  Captain, one other thing.  I'm please to give you the Command of the USS Pharaoh.  May she treat you well and give you smooth sailings.
Host CO_Quchant says:
::takes the applause and thanks::
Host CO_Quchant says:
Adm: Thank you
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> All:  Let's party!!
CMO_Balena says:
::moves out of the way so Quchant can lead the walk to the back::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::cheers along with everyone else::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Adm Xavier> CO:  I have to go now, my shuttle is waiting.  Congratulations Captain.  Our paths will cross again. ::Slaps him on the back and heads off.::
Host CO_Quchant says:
::grabs *her* hand as he heads towards the food::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Throws herself at Thomas and gives him a big hug.  Thank god, she is out of uniform.::
CTO_Sumner says:
::gets drinks for himself and the lady, finding a table in the corner of the room::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Rolls her eyes at Thomas and Lorey.::
CNS_Montaug says:
::arches an eyebrow at Lorey, and heads away from the mob of people at the food table::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Throws her arm around the Doctor.:: CMO:  How about a drink.
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: Did you get the Starfleet Corps of Engineers to design your outfit?
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Laughs::  CO:  No, I got a new designer.  ::Grins::  Like it?
CMO_Balena says:
::looks over at the XO with a little shock:: XO: Spring wine please
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: What on earth is holding it up?.....or....can I find out later?
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> CO:  I'll let you look later. ::Winks at him as if it was a promise.::
CTO_Sumner says:
::the drinks are forgotten as he and the engineer... chat::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Leads the Doctor over to the bar.::  CMO: How about something stronger.  ::Sees the Counselor.:: CNS:  Ens, join us?
CMO_Balena says:
XO: Well do you drink Kanar?
Host CO_Quchant says:
::grabs a couple of platefuls of food and leads the intoxicating blue lady to a corner seat::
Host XO_Santiago says:
CMO:  A little sweet for me, but I'm game.  ::Grins::
CNS_Montaug says:
::looks up to the XO:: XO: Um, if you insist. ::takes his time to the bar::
CTO_Sumner says:
::the chatting is soon forgotten as well::
CMO_Balena says:
::looks at the XO with surprise: XO: Not to many people I know can stomach it. I'm impressed... are you sure I didn't cause any brain damage?
Host CO_Quchant says:
::sits with Lore::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Laughs:: CMO:  That is very possible my friend.  I guess I should look at my own scans to make sure you didn't.  CNS:  Kanar?
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: so...wasn't expecting to see you
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Takes a bite of food. Leans up and whispers in his ear.:: CO:  I wouldn't miss this for the world.  I've got a couple weeks leave and since I've been working for Admiral Xavier, she was willing to drop me off here.  You hear the other news.
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: *Other* news?
CNS_Montaug says:
XO: I'm sorry?
CMO_Balena says:
CNS: Do you want some Kanar?
CTO_Sumner says:
::The two are beginning to cause somewhat of a scene in their area of the room::
Host XO_Santiago says:
CNS: Kanar? ::Laughs:: Do you know what it is?  ::Thinks it's time to introduce this man to Kanar and poker.::
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> CO: Yeah, other news, I'm posted to the Pharaoh.
Host CO_Quchant says:
::stops with food halfway to his mouth::
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: What?
CNS_Montaug says:
XO: No, thank you.  I'm content.
CTO_Sumner says:
::The two excuse themselves, deciding to leave early. Sumner stops briefly by the Captain:: CO: Congratulations on your promotion, sir.
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> CO: Hmmmmm, you loosing your hearing Love?
Host CO_Quchant says:
CTO: Thank you. Enjoy the ..party...::somewhat distracted::
Host XO_Santiago says:
CNS: Content huh, isn't that dangerous for a head shrinker?  CMO:  What do you think?
CTO_Sumner says:
::grins as he head for the door, thinking he wouldn't be the only one busy for the evening::
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: ..I know I'm going to regret asking this....what position?
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> ::Begins laughing hard.:: CO:  Would you believe Engineering?
CNS_Montaug says:
XO: To be honest, I'm not too fond of parties.  I've always been a bit too calculating to really enjoy myself.
CMO_Balena says:
::pours some Kanar for the XO and himself::
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: ...you and your sister on the same ship?  ...great!....::holds head in hands::
Host XO_Santiago says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: CNS:  Calculating huh...ok, who are we plotting against.  CMO:  Doctor we are plotting, let's get with it.
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> CO:  Oh yeah.. ::Smiles seductively::  And you love it.
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: I guess I should have read those order pads on my desk before coming to this then
CNS_Montaug says:
::sits rigidly:: XO: It's not against whom, but for what.  I'm plotting to get myself out of here, now that he's nice and promoted.
CTO_Sumner says:
::the two disappear from the outside world, retreating to his quarters, both resigned to getting little sleep before they ship out.::
CMO_Balena says:
::holds out the glass to the XO:: XO: Here is your glass sir
CMO_Balena says:
::drinks some of his Kanar::
Host XO_Santiago says:
CNS: Ens, relax, it's a party and I'm teasing.  It's not often we can let ourselves go. ::Smiles and takes her glass.::  CMO:  Thank you.  You up for some poker?  ::Takes a sip.::
CMO_Balena says:
XO: Always
Host CO_Quchant says:
Lore: So...did you decide on a date yet?
CNS_Montaug says:
XO: I know...I know, it's just been awhile since I've seen any fellow blue skins...
Host XO_Santiago says:
<Lorehani> CO:  Well let me tell you..... ::Whispers in his ear.::
CNS_Montaug says:
XO: And I was liking it that way.
Host XO_Santiago says:
CNS:  My sister upsetting you?
Host CO_Quchant says:
Host XO_Santiago says:
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