Never to Say Never
Abertura, Mission Transcript 10308.13

Regular Cast: 
Karriaunna Scotti as Commander Azhure
Gilles Leger as Commander M’Tor
Chris Dickinson as Lieutenant JG Bubba Powers 
Julie Seright as Ensign Karindar Jules
Beth as Ensign Jaimie Dawson

Ship Manager: 
Karriaunna Scotti

Missing in Action: 
None

Time Lapse:
2 weeks

Announcements: 
Congratulations to Gilles as he leads us into the unknown and gets the joy of writing the mission briefs.   Jim Koeller is starting this Wednesday as our SMiT.  Looks like he is taking us off the station.  Don’t forget your passports.  Again please welcome aboard Beth as our CBO. 

Synopsis:  The command staff has come to the last of Azhure's leads to find their captain.  Finding an illegal dampening field, the team has landed in the vicinity, hoping that they might find some clue.  Outside, four unknowns await the prepared crew.
Host XO_Azhure says:
<<<<<<<<<< Never to Say Never >>>>>>>>>>
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Standing to the ready::  All: Let’s go
Host CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Looks back to Azhure:: XO: We have landed and we are secure.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Stands with her tricorder, phaser and med kit ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Nods her head at M'Tor::  CEO:  Let's hope those folks out there agree to the secure part.  ::Nods to the CSec to proceed.::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Grunts and picks up bat'leth and phaser::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Waits for the two men to proceed::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: follows behind M'Tor ::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::exits the shuttle::
Host XO_Azhure says:
ACTION:  Those leaving the ship find themselves fired on by phaser rifles - federation.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Pauses at the door, firing, covering for Powers to find a safe spot::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
All:KHEST!
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Wonders why the CEO stepped out like that, and fires from the safety of the door frame before being able to run out to a rock outcropping.::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Pauses, drops to one knee and gives cover fire ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Starts to say something as she realizes the doctor followed the CEO, but holds back::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Takes precision aim at the source of phaser and opens fire::
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
@::Scrambles through the little drain hole and rolls down the hill to land in a ditch.  Sees the captain and scrambles over to where she lay.:: CO: There you are.  I was looking all over for you.  Whew, Captain...that hole was small...I thought I'd never get through it. ::Sits huddled up hugging her knees::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::She can hear the scoring of the weapons upon their runabout, frowning.  Obviously they had illegal weapons as well.::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Firing randomly, waits for Powers to give her the clear sign::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Turns back to the shuttle:: XO: Commander... attempt to use the shuttle's weapons
Host XO_Azhure says:
Scenery:  Lying on his side, the Andorian captain looks so small.  Her skin is barely blue.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Nodding, she turns back to the inside and to the ships weapons.::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Locates the source of the weaponry, and pulls a stun grenade from his pocket, holding to see if the ship's weapons do the trick first::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Taking aim in the general direction, uses the phasers on a wide beam.::
Host XO_Azhure says:
Action:  All goes silent.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Points at the Andorian and at the CMO::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Feels the heat of the weapons overhead... thank goodness I wasn't standing up::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Looks almost rebellious but goes to the fallen Andorian, pulls tricorder and scans ::
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
@::Looks around and shudders:: CO: You don't think that they'll find us do you?  I don't think I can take any more beatings. ::Feels her back gingerly:: I don't think I got any skin left.  How about you, sir?  They really walloped you. ::tries to tie up a rip in her uniform::
Host XO_Azhure says:
ACTION:  A lone weapon fires at the doctor, hitting her in the back.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Looks up and shakes her head ::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Falls forward ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Comes to the shuttles door in time to see she missed one.::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Fires quickly at the phaser source::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Runs to the OPS officer and the CMO::
Host XO_Azhure says:
ACTION:  The CEO wings the gunman who growls and ducks behind another bush::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Fires again in the bush with a higher setting::
Host XO_Azhure says:
ACTION:  The CEO can hear bushes rustling as the lone gunman runs.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Seeing what has happened, leaves the gunman to the Klingon and heads for the doctor::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Picks up the bushed guard and fires::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Growls and smiles :: Self: Pain is good.  I am alive.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Kneels down to the doctor::  CMO:  That is one way to  put it.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Sighs::  CMO:  I am sure you know the saying, 'look before you leap'.  How are you?  ::Glances at the woman quietly talking to herself by Thelsh::
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
@::hears a commotion in the distance:: CO: You hear that, sir?  I think that's someone coming to rescue us. ::gives a weak grin::  I'll bet you'll be glad to get back to the station.  ::winces as her bruises rebel against the crouching in the ditch:: I wish they would hurry up...don't you?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
XO:  I am fine Commander.  But, I am afraid the Captain isn't.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Not wanting to look, she turns her eyes to the still body::  CMO:  Let's see what I can do for you.  Then we will deal with the others.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: We have our answers... return to the vessel...now
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Looks up at her old friend::  CEO:  Not without the captains body.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Picks a bead on the bushes and fires in.  The rustling stops::
Host XO_Azhure says:
CMO:  Can you feel your legs?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
XO:  I will be fine Commander.  I will carry the Captain.  :: Attempts to stand ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
CMO:  Damn Klingon disposition...  You will not.  Powers can.  I will help you back to the runabout.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Keeping watch for other sources of resistance::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Moves down next to them:: CMO: Return to the ship ::Picks up the CO's body and moves back to the shuttle::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
XO: Sorry, ma'am, I can do what?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Looks at the OPS officer :: XO:  What about her?  OPS:  Are you injured?
Host XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  Never mind Bill.  Help that woman there.  I doubt she belongs here.  ::Looks around::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
OPS: Can you walk?
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Grunts an drags the empty shell to the shuttle::
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
::Looks up at the CSec:: CSec: Hi...I'm Jaimie....where's the captain going?  I think so...::Stands up and wobbles::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Slips an arm around the CMO::  CMO:  Lets go doc.  More then one burial a day is more then I want to deal with.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Puts an arm around the OPS officer's waist::  OPS: Come on... ::Begins leading her to the shuttle one armed, the other still on his weapon::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: grunts :: XO:  It is a good day to die Commander.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Looks toward her dead captain::  CMO:  I can't agree with you there doc... ::Her voice filled with unshead tears::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Grunts in approval at the CMO's statement::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Hearing the wind rattling the bushes, moves a little bit quicker.::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Frowns, not understanding :: XO:  She died with honor.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Half pulls Dawson to the shuttle::  All: Everyone in, come on!
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Throws the dead body in cargo storage and returns outside:: All: GET IN... NOW !
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
<IT = IN>
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Not knowing if she did or not die with honor, she had no intention of denying it::  CMO:  I will never understand.  You would think with your short lives, you would value them more.  ::Looks up toward M'Tor for assistance getting the doctor aboard::
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
::Scrambles in the shuttle with the CSec:: CSec: Boy am I glad you guys are here...you wouldn't believe how nasty those guys are.  Can we go now? ::Her tone takes on a slightly panicky plaintive tone::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Resists the urge to push the XO in the door himself::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::grabs the CMO and yanks her up::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Grunts in appreciation of the CEO's show of strength ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Follows, last into the shuttle, closing the door behind her.  Quietly and saddly::  M'Tor:  Old friend, take us home.  ::Looks toward the back::  All of us.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Shuts the door::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Sits at the helm and attempts to lift off::
Host XO_Azhure says:
ACTION:  Fire scores the shuttle, shaking it.::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Swears and accelerates the takeoff::
Host XO_Azhure says:
;:Not acknowledging it, she simply takes her seat and prepares for lift off.  Under her breath::  This is not over yet, not by a long shot.
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
::Scrambles into a corner and huddles on the floor wishing they would hurry up and take off:: Self: Hurry, hurry...go, go, go...
Host XO_Azhure says:
ACTION:  The runabout tears through the atmosphere, breaking into space.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Grunts approvingly::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Holding on tightly::  CEO:  I think we need to go back to your lessons on smooth lift offs.  ::A touch of humor in her voice as she stands.::  Good job.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Looks at all of them.::  All:  All of you.  Thank you.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Looks over at Dawson :: OPS:  Are you alright?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
XO:  It was my honor Commander.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: All part of the service Commander.
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
::Looks up at her :: CMO: Thank you for getting me and the captain out of there.  It wasn't a very nice place. ::Shudders violently::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Nods at the doctor::  CMO:  And your still in one piece.  I guess there must be a better day to die.
Host XO_Azhure says:
OPS:  Who might I ask are you?  What were you doing with our captain?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
OPS:  You are safe now.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Finds a seat for the ride::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Frowns at the XO, then realizes she is making a joke and laughs ::  XO:  It is always a good day to die when it is with honor.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Simply smiles at the doctor, waiting patiently for the woman before her to answer.::
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
::Looks up at the XO and then scrambles to her feet to stand swaying:: XO: I'm sorry ma'am....::Tucks in her torn filthy shirt and brushes back her hair:: Ensign Jaimie Dawson reporting for duty...I'm your new OPS.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Looking slightly confused::  OPS:  My new Operations officer?  My new CBO?
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Looks at the officer::  OPS: You were on your way to Abertura, and what, decided to stop off here?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Tries to stand ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Without looking, lays a surprisingly strong hand on the doctors shoulder, keeping her seated::  CMO:  It can wait.
OPS_Ens_Dawson says:
::Nods solemnly:: XO: Aye ma'am. ::Looks at the CSec:: No...I was with the Captain when we...::her lower lip starts to tremble and tears form in her eyes before she can blink them back:: we were caught...
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Brings the runabout to maximum warp::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Quietly::  CBO:  It's alright.  I will read your report later.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Realizes her legs still will not functions properly and sits :: XO: Perhaps you are right.
Host XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  Bill, take care of them.  I have something to do that can't wait any longer.
Host CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
XO: Aye ma'am. ::sits back down on the floor gratefully and hugs her knees again::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Looks at the commander::  XO: Take... care of them?
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Nods::  CSec:  They won't bite.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Chuckles::
CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
::Lays her head on her knees and closes her eyes::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: The doctor may Commander
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Standing, turns back to the co-pilot seat and sits down, staring out the view screen a moment.::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Kneels down by the CMO::  CMO: Maybe you can help me?
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Chuckles::  CEO:  So do I, but not at the moment.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Chuckles :: CSec:  I don't know Lt, I may bite.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
CMO: So do I, no problems there...  What do you need, and what do I need to do?
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Reaching inside her jacket pocket, she pulls out a pad and quietly hands it to M'Tor::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Hands him the tricorder :: CSec:  Use this and scan her.  Then give it to me to read.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Looks at the CMO::  CMO: Yeah, I could have gotten that part, I was gonna take care of you first so you could do this.  ::Scans the CBO and hands the tricorder back::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::blinks:: XO: You are ordering me to.................  ::voice trails off::
Host XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  I don't want it.  I am not ready for it and may never be.  You however...  you are perfect for the station.  I want you to take it.
CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
::Opens her eyes and gives a weak grin:: CSec: I don't bite either...maybe just nibble a bit. ::Gives a tired smile and closes her eyes again::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: Take it ?   Starfleet may not like me killing you to take your place. ::smiles evilly::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Looks at the readings ::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Chuckles at his dark humor::  CEO:  You think I would be so easy?  Tisk tisk old friend, you should know better...  However, it need not be so drastic.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: The honor is to serve Commander.
Host XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Then I officially turn command over to you... However... ::Looks back at the closed door::  The captains memorial is mine to do...  ::Blinks back a tear::
CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
::Without opening her eyes or lifting her head up:: CSec: The captain is dead...isn't she?
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Never been one to mince words::  CBO: Yes.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
CSec:  She has only some minor contusions and abrasions.  Dehydration and perhaps starvation, but she will live.  She needs rest and fluids.
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: It shall be done.
CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
::Still without opening her eyes or lifting her head:: CSec: The captain stopped them from beating me a bunch of times. :: a tear falls onto the floor:: I saw then take the captain away.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Hands the CMO a hypo::  CMO: Can you set this for a glucose infusion?
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Hands the tricorder back to Powers :: CSec:  Now scan my back for any damage.
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Turns back, closing her eyes::  CEO:  Good... I will make sure to have lots of aspirin ready for you.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
CSec: Of course.
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Trades the CMO the hypo for the tricorder::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
XO: I shall solve my problems with my bat'leth  ::grins::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Adjusts the hypo for a glucose injection ::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
::Injects the CBO with the hypo::  CBO: Your torture is over.  I will help you to a bed shortly, and you should sleep
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Opens one eye to look at him::  CEO:  I really don't want to have to break in another captain... at least not for another decade or two...
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::grunts:: XO I understand
Host XO_Azhure says:
Hmph...
CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
::Looks up at him and gives him a small, tired smile:: CSec: Thank you. ::Closes her eyes and huddles back down again::
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
:: Takes another hypo out of her kit and  presses it to her back ::
CSec_LtJG_Powers says:
CMO: Sit, I will be back soon.  ::Helps lift the CBO, and leads her towards the sleeping chambers::
Host XO_Azhure says:
::Eyes closed, she leans back and allows her memory to relive the times with Thelsh, allowing herself a chance to heal::
CBO_Ens_Dawson says:
::follows along with the CSec… sleepily:: CSec: You are very nice, thank you.
CMO_Ens_Jules says:
::Is tempted to howl in honor of the Captain but does not wish to scare the XO::
CEO_Cmdr_M`Tor says:
::Waits to get home::
Host XO_Azhure says:
-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\ End /\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-/\-
Summary:  After chasing off the unknown assassins, the crew locates their captain’s body along with an unexpected surprise, their new CBO officer.  They make it off the planet in relatively one piece.  However, they are struck in their leaving.  For most, this episode is ended, but not for the XO who will seek her own revenge in her own time.  The first officer has also turned the station over to the CEO who will now be captain.