Host FM_Selan says:
Abertura Station Stardate 10205.08 "The Art of Diplomatic Chaos" Episode One

Cast of Characters

Robert Pate as Captain Thelsh [CO]
Erin Cody as Lieutenant Commander Ashlynn Kostandinos [XO]
Kevin Geist as Lieutenant Apollo Jadahn [CBO]
Mike Stannard as Lieutenant Michael Lambert [CEO] 
Kurt Goring as Ensign Korben Dallas [CSEC] 

Michael Jones as Syarta, Laevon & Ensign Jones
Mark Tucker as Iu, Main Computer & Yokati’Clon

Host FM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Begin Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

CEO_Lt_Lambert says: 
::somewhere.... out-there::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
:: in C&C, looking irritable as always::

Host Iu says:
::Sits on the ledge of the arboretum where he removed the windows humming with the storm::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: Two days have passed since the Abertura crew's little field trip into Kayairn ... a second rain storm started up soon after the original one, and has not stopped since.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Sitting in her office, looking out into the darkened day sky, watching the rain fall like heaven's tears::

Host Syarta says:
::Enters C & C, approaching the CO's office::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::watches Syarta ascend the ramp::

Host Syarta says:
::Nods and does his best "human" smile to those in the C & C::

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::after securing her daughter and the kitten, makes her way to the C&C::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::in C&C, sees Syarta and smirks back::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::in his quarters, getting ready for the beginning of his duty shift::

Host Syarta says:
::Presses the "chime" for the CO's office::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::leaves the internal security column and walks over to Jadahn:: CBO: Lieutenant.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Takes a moment for her to register the chime, turns back around and acts like she is busy:: Door:  ENTER!

Host Syarta says:
::Refrains from wincing at the CO's shout, and enters:: CO: Captain Thelsh.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Enters the arboretum, hears Iu's humming::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::looks over at Korben:: CSEC: Yeah, what's up?

Host Iu says:
::Opens his eyes feeling the Vorta arrive, his face wet with rain::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::after securing his things he heads towards the lift, taking it upwards to C&C::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::doesn't bother hiding his irritation:: CBO: What do you know about these people that are coming? How much security do I need to put on them?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Brightens as she sees the Haisian: Syarta: Syarta! Its good to see you this morning.  I believe the preparations for the trade meeting are well underway.  Is there anything we need to change?

Host Syarta says:
CO: Not at all. I would like to thank you for all your contributions to this effort, Captain ... I understand the Federation's history with the Cardassians has been ... ugly?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Looks up at Iu:: Iu: Are you showering yourself, Mr. Iu?

Host Iu says:
Laevon: I am enjoying the rain.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Fake smile:: Syarta: That would be putting it politely, I am afraid.  There has been outright hatred at times, and wars have cost millions of lives on both sides.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Standing under a thick tree as to prevent getting wet::

Host Syarta says:
CO: I had heard a mentioning of the war ... that was the same one you were involved with regarding the Dominion, no?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::raises an eyebrow momentarily:: CSEC: Well, there are 17 Cardassian civilians due to arrive.  Security is your call, but I wouldn't worry about them taking over the station.  I think they'll be okay.  ::whispers:: Just maybe keep an eye on their contact with the Dominion forces...oh, and watch out for quarrels with the Klingons, I suppose.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: I see ... do you not worry about your ... holes getting filled?

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
:;sneers a bit and scratches his beard, needing to trim it:: CBO: Klingons are predictable. It's when those two snakes get together I'm worried about and there's no way to limit the Jem'Hadar movements on the station for now.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: Do you?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Light smile:: Iu: I'm not equipped with certain aspects that you have.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::arrives in C&C, walking over to Jadahn and Dallas:: Good afternoon Lieutenant, Ensign.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: You speak truth.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: As always, yes.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: If you say so... what brings you to nature?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: That was one war... there have been others.  The Dominion conflict is only the most recent.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::looks over his shoulder:: CEO: Lieutenant. Ready for another factor to make this madhouse worse?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: I wanted to see why the windows had been removed ... now I have.

Host Syarta says:
CO: I see ... should we be concerned about the Cardassians?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::turns to Mike momentarily:: CEO: Afternoon. ::grins, then whispers back to Korben:: CSEC: But you can limit the Cardassian movements.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: I have let the mountain inside

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks at the Chief::
CSEC Dallas: Madhouse? Isn't "mental institution" the proper term?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: If you would not mind, I would prefer that the mountain remain ... outside.

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::at her console, looking at the information about the Cardassian trade meetings, still trying to familiarize herself with the station and it;s goings on::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::raises one eyebrow:: CEO: I'm not the "PC" type, Lieutenant.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::nudges Mike:: CEO: Hey, speak for yourself. ::smirks::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::hesitates, truth or gut feeling?:: Syarta: I don't know how to answer that diplomatically, in all truth.  My instincts say not to trust them.  But they have made amends, and this could very well be just a simple trade group looking for much needed ore.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: The mountain cares not for your preference.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: And since when did the mountain gain sentience?

Host Iu says:
Laevon: It is the mountain.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: So it is.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::grunts::
CSEC Dallas: So what's this "factor"?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: It is hard for those of us that were in the war, to put aside the feelings that we developed for the war.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: Once you have lived you will understand.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::leans back against the Ops console:: CEO/CBO: The Cardassians. We're the Fed reps around here. Why would the Haisians bother trading with the spoon heads?

Host Syarta says:
CO: I see. But the Federation is not a war-monger ... wouldn't it be best to put that mind-set aside? If I might so suggest.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: I am quite alive currently, thank you anyway. Computer: Close windows to arboretum. ::Turns to leave::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Real smile, and a wiggle of the antennae:: Syarta: You may so suggest.  And it would be for the best.  Unfortunately, what is logical in the brain is not easily accepted by the heart.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
CSEC: I'm not sure I follow you...

Host Iu says:
ACTION: Nothing happens at Laevon's command.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Stops:: Computer, explain failure to close windows?

Host Iu says:
ACTION: The Computer Remains silent.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::raises an eyebrow at the racial slur... he's heard worse though::
CSEC/CBO: We are near their space... we may need to depend on them at some point for support, so it would help to have a Cardassian presence here.

Host Iu says:
::Now standing directly behind Laevon::  Laevon: Welcome to the Mountain..

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Turns slowly to Iu:: Iu: What have you done to the computer?

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::laughs sourly:: CBO/CEO: You can't depend on Cardassians for anything but a qalta blade in your back.

Host Syarta says:
CO: I can understand that.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: I have done nothing.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: Somehow I doubt that ... you had the windows open ... and now the computer will not close them, nor will it respond to me.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> *CEO* Sir, we seem to have a problem ...

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::frowns:: CSEC: I've heard enough of this.  You'll treat them respectfully until you are given a valid reason to do otherwise.

Host Iu says:
::Blinks slowly at Laevon::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Computer: Computer?

Host Iu says:
<Computer> Laevon: Awaiting Command.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Computer: Computer, close arboretum windows.

Host Iu says:
ACTION: The Computer does not respond or close the windows

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Steps closer to Iu:: Iu: What have you done?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::taps commbadge::
*Ensign Jones*: That's a nice generic description Ensign.. what's going on?

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::isn't the least bit turned off:: CBO: There was girl in my unit, smart girl, from Vulcan. Hot with a phaser rifle and studying to be a physicist. Enlisted in Starfleet for experience. Our Cardassians turned her into floating green smoke during the War. I wore her gray matter on my uniform for three days till we reached a river and I could wash it

Host Iu says:
Laevon: I obeyed the mountain.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::hardens his gaze:: CBO: I have been given my reasons long ago.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> *CEO* We might have an infestation, I've found some destroyed circuitry in the main hangar.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: And what did the mountain command you to do?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::turns to the Chief::
CSEC/CBO: Not all Cardassians are alike..

Host Iu says:
Laevon: To be

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
*Ens Jones*: Infestation of what?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: And how does your "existence" relate to the lack of response from the computer in regard to the windows?! ::Growing frustrated::

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> *CEO* Unknown sir. I said "might" ... I haven't discovered anything yet, only the destroyed circuitry.

Host Iu says:
::Blinks at Laevon and hums lightly::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::holds his ground:: CSEC: Then damn those individuals, not the entire race, Ensign.  I grew up with and later served with a Cardassian for a long time.  He was my best friend from childhood.  Never once did he betray me or do me harm.  Never.  ::walks away from the situation and checks up on the Internal Environmental Sensors::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::looks at the man's back, thinking Cardassian hadn't gotten around to it yet::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: Haispoi ... if you do not answer me, you will find yourself in a very disconcerting situation ...

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: So what brought you here? Is there something I can help you with?

Host Iu says:
Laevon: I have not interfered with your computer.

Host Syarta says:
CO: I just came to thank you for your help, and was wondering if you or any of your crew would like anything from the city?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::turns to Jadahn:: Jadahn: Lieutenant, can you check internal sensors, focusing around the Hangar.
CSEC Dallas: Ensign, would you accompany me done there? We may have a problem.
*Ens Jones*: I'm on my way Ensign.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> Iu: Then what HAVE you done ... and if you respond with "obeyed the mountain" then so help me ...

Host Iu says:
ACTION: A Bolt of lightning hits the ground nearby the station, and a rumble of thunder and burst of wind blow from behind Iu directly into Laevon

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::leans off the console and follows:: CEO: Sure. I need to get away from the stifling of touchy-feely delusion in here.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::he finds that the IES has been almost nearly repaired and functionality has been restored...however, oddly there is something strange in that area::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: Your welcome, and if you do think of anything else you need, please let us know.  I can't think of anything we need right now, except for some basic food stuff.  Perhaps, eventually, my CEO can go and study some of your technology.  You may have items that would be useful in our repairs attempts.

Host Iu says:
Laevon: I have let the Mountain in.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::walks into the Lift, waiting for Dallas to enter, then punches in the level for the Hangar::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Sees the flash of the lightning bolt, and feels the rumble through the very floor::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: Wow... that one was just outside the walls.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
:;stands at the back of it:: Self/CEO: I can't believe him.

Host Syarta says:
::Nods ... looks outside without concern::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::as the Lift goes down, he feels for the phaser in his pocket::
CSEC Dallas: Did you say something? ::was listening to the thunder and rain::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
CEO: Nothing important. ::walks out ahead of Lambert:: What's this problem you supposedly have? An infestation they said?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Notes the wind ... looks at Iu in bewilderment:: Iu: I do not know what you are up to ... but I am going to find out. ::Turns on his heel and leaves::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
*CEO*: I've got sensors picking up a breach on level 11...that might be something to check out later.  But, nothing on level 1...can't get an accurate reading of the area at this point.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: I have a question for you, Syarta.  You have had dealing with the Cardassians before, if I am not mistaken.  How do you feel about them?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
CSEC Dallas: We'll find out soon enough...
*CBO Jadahn*: Keep us posted... Also, send a team to level 11 to look into the breach. Let the Captain know what we're up to as well.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
*CEO*: Right.  Jadahn out.

Host Syarta says:
CO: I wasn't at this ... level, at the time. I only met one, briefly. He seemed like an interesting and nice person, charismatic.

Host Iu says:
::Now Dry, leans over Kostandinos in C&C::  Kostandinos: You are new.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::walks towards the hangar.... wondering if he should have his phaser out... expecting to find a Tarkallian mammoth on the other side...::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::continues out into the hanger area, looking for tracks or spoor, something to indicate animals::

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::startled, looks up and sees the Haisian:: Iu: Yes, I'm the station's new XO.  ::sticks out her hand:: Ashlynn Kostandinos.  And you are...?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
*Random Engineer*: Crewman, I want you to assemble a team of three people to check out a breach on level 11.  Report back to Lt. Lambert on your findings and allow him to decide whether to investigate or simply repair the breach.  You'll find the exact coordinates on the IES display screen.  Jadahn out

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: Something brushes by the CSEC's feet.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::calls out::
Jones: Ensign Jones? Are you still here?

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> ::Comes out behind one of the landed craft:: CEO: Yes, sir.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::moves his foot quickly:: Self: Dyval!  ::looks around:: What the heck?

Host Iu says:
::Takes both of Kostandino's hands and holds them in his own, and allows a short song to erupt from his being, before looking into her eyes::  Kostandinos:  Welcome to the mountain, you and your child are welcome.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> ::Gestures:: CEO: Right over here ...

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::a little stunned:: Iu:  How did you know that I had a daughter?

Host Iu says:
::Smiles::  Kostandinos: I would be honored to introduce your daughter to the mountain.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::walks over, slowly::
Jones: Is everything okay? Have you found any further evidence of an infestation?

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::remembers something about the mountain from her research, but her original question had still gone unanswered:: Iu:  That would be nice, someday, but right now I'm interested in knowing how you knew I even had a child on board.... is your species telepathic?

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::resists urge to draw weapon over some stupid lost rat or something:: CEO: Ask your man what he saw.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> ::Gestures to an opened panel in which some Dominion isolinear chips have been chewed and shattered, wires bitten and opened in various areas:: CEO: Not besides that ...

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> CSEC: I didn't see anything but the damage, sir.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::watching the corners:: CEO/Jones: Well *something* is still in here. I just felt it. Didn't see it though.

Host Iu says:
Kostandinos: We are not.  We know what the mountain knows.  So many questions, all will be answered.  ::Smiles like a Haisian, and walks serenely to the lift::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::taps his comm badge:: *CO* Sir, Jadahn here.  Lt. Lambert and Ens. Dallas are investigating some sort of disturbance or something in the hangar.  They asked my to keep you posted.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks around::
Jones: Anything on tricorder sensors? ::left his in C&C... first time for everything::

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::shakes her head, still a little stunned, and figuring that she really has to find out more about this mountain thing::

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> CSEC / CEO: Is it an Erne Dire ... or one of those "slithers"?

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::shakes head:: CEO/Jones: Too fast for a slither, and too small for an Eirn Dire.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
*CBO*: Disturbance?  I will be right out.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Indicate the door to Syarta:: Syarta: Would you be so kind as to join me on the balcony?

Host Syarta says:
CO: Certainly ...

Host Yokati_Clon says:
All in C&C:  Incoming Trade Vessel.  ETA to Landfall, three minutes, approaching from Northwest Quadrant.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
*Landing Personnel* Prepare for Vessel landing, Pad Two, Three minutes.

XO_LtCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks up from her research, now researching this "mountain" thing, to hear the announcement about the incoming Cardassian trade vessel::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Exits her office and walks to the balcony overlooking the Pit:: CBO: What is the disturbance?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Watches the computer generated blip on the Overhead display vectoring towards Abertura::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::nods to Yokati, then gives her a strange look, and thinks to himself, "Then I'll just monitor their progress, shall I?"::

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::frowns as the alert lights come on in sapphire again:: CEO: This is going to have to wait. The spoon heads are coming.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::inspects the damaged wires, wondering what could have chewed through them without getting a good shock::
Jones: Was there power going to this junction?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
CO: I can't answer that yet sir, I haven't received an update recently.  I'll check in with them.  ::taps comm badge:: *CEO*: This is C&C, anything to report?

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> CEO: There was ... I've since had it re-routed.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> ::Glances at Dallas in regard to his "spoon heads" comment::

Host Syarta says:
::Listens and watches to the CO make his investigation::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Dallas: It was probably just a Haisian rodent or something. We'll track it down.
::raises an eye brow at Jones' response::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Yokati: First, is that ship armed in any way?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
ACTION: A Brown Cardassian vessel drops below the clouds and comes in for a landing next to Abertura, Several very wet Starfleet Personnel flag her down.

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::ignores the glance and walks out from the hanger into the rain, watching the sky:: CEO: I agree. ::says over his shoulder::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
Thelsh: Point-Defense Phasers, nothing to pose a threat.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::awaits a reply from Lambert::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CBO: Have the Trade delegation taken to the Meeting hall and given refreshments.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::taps his comm badge::
*CBO Jadahn*: Something appears to have been chewed through, or made to look like it was chewed through. There was power going through that junction until recently, so I'm wondering what could have survived a jolt like that..

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: Well, once we have gotten them settled, it will be your show.  We are only here to facilitate the meeting.

Host Syarta says:
::Nods:: CO: Thank you for all your assistance, Captain.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
CO: Aye sir...and about that disturbance...something...not sure what...chewed through a junction and survived...they're investigating it now.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CBO: Chewed ???

CSEC_Ens_Dallas says:
::scowls as the ship touches down, then strides across the tarmac::

Host Syarta says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Pause Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

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