MISSION PROLOGUE: It's morning on Hais V, Day 357 of the Starfleet Occupation of AR-437, also known as Abertura Station.  And things couldn't be better.  Elsewhere on the planet, famine conditions are being reported again, and the fingers are pointing.  The monthly grumbling of the Haisian ruling council has peaked, and in response, a team from the Ambassadorial Corps is being sent to Hais, with the hopes of smoothing things out.  With the Ambassador still two days away, the Starfleet crew is making itself useful by searching for a strange source of radiation, coming from a set of mines in Degeneu.  Two scientists will be joining the away team on a fun filled adventure for all!

A Call To Duty Proudly Presents:
	ABERTURA STATION, Stardate 10408.11, "Convergent Series, Part 2"

Crew:
Commanding Officer: Captain M'Tor, played by Gilles Leger
Executive Officer: Commander Azhure, played by Karriaunna Scotti
Chief of Security: Lieutenant Bill Powers, played by Christopher Dickinson
Chief Engineering Officer: Lieutenant Kieran Burke, played by Brian Fredrickson
Chief of Vehicular Operations: Ensign Deegan, played by Mike Jones

Missing In Action:
Chief of Base Operations: Lieutenant Junior Grade Kysia Merlanne Kcirtap, played by Julie Lucas
	
With Special Appearances By:
	General Ranuck, played by Christopher Dickinson
	Chief Jennifer Silver, played by Mike Jones

Managed by Karriaunna Scotti and Christopher Dickinson

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XO_Azhure says:
::Down in the science lab, supervising the set up of some new equipment.::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Performing his daily checkup on the craft::
CEO_Burke says:
::sipping at a cup of coffee riding a lift down to sub-level 4::
CEO_Burke says:
::his face wrinkles as he stares down at his cup... the brew is rather strong and acidic::

ACTION: A motor car crests a mountain, kicking up a small cloud of dust.  They radio ahead to the station - it's the two Haisian scientists.

CEO_Burke says:
::the lift arrives at his destination and he steps off and begins the search for his new office::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::exits in the Command Center::
CSec_Powers says:
::Keeping his watch in the Command and Control Center, notices the Captain coming out of the lift::  CO: Good morning, Captain.
XO_Azhure says:
::As the engineering group finish up, she does some testing herself.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::grunts his version of Good Morning:: *CSEC*:  Are the scientists on route?
CSec_Powers says:
*CVO*: Ensign, the Haisians are coming over the range now.  Can you ensure that the garage doors are open for them?
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
*CSEC* Certainly, sir.
CSec_Powers says:
::Thinks the Captain must be tired, he's talking to his commbadge::  CO: They're almost here, should arrive within a minute or two.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Motions to one of the techs in the room, who presses a few buttons. With a large groan, the doors leading from the garage up to the outside open::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods:: CSEC: Have Deegan meet them and check their vehicle I'll meet him in the hangar.
CEO_Burke says:
::starts walking down the hallway looking at the various doors, reading the signs::

ACTION: As the motor car approaches the large garage doors, it slows down, and the dust behind them settles.  It's amazing how quiet their car is.

CEO_Burke says:
::finally finds the door he's looking for and attempts to enter, but the door doesn't budge::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
CSEC: Take care of the C&C.... I'll contact Azhure.
XO_Azhure says:
::As the computer confirms everything is working online, she glances around the room and its new updates.::
CSec_Powers says:
CO: Aye, sir
XO_Azhure says:
*CO*:  The new equipment for the science lab is up and running.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::heads for the turbolift::  *XO*: Commander... I am going for a morning stroll.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Sees the vehicle appear:: Well, that won't work for crossing the ocean. Nosirree.
CEO_Burke says:
::steps back and advances on the door again... with the same results.  He frowns::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::rides the turbolift :: *XO*: Enjoy your time with the Ambassadors
Host Fralla says:
::Smoothly guides the car into the garage and looks to see if there's anywhere specific he should park::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Gestures to Fralla's vehicle, and points to an opening parking space::
XO_Azhure says:
::Sighs::  *CO*:  Don't be surprised if you come back to your sheets shorted.
CEO_Burke says:
::looks to the side of the door and finds a keypad.:: Aloud: Ahh... thats the problem. ::inputs his access code::
Host Fralla says:
::With a smile, she nods and pulls the car in.  Once its idle, she steps out, her partner stepping from the passenger side::  CVO: Hi, my name's Fralla... I'm here to take a team to investigate?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::blinks:: *XO*: If you wish to amuse yourself you may do so... besides... I don't sleep  ::exits in the hangar area::
XO_Azhure says:
::To the empty room::  Beware old friend... beware... ::With a smile heads out.::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
Fralla: Of course I believe, as we're heading to the Degeneu territory, that we will be taking the hovercraft from this venture.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
Fralla: If you want, you can drive us down to the pier. ::Smile::
Host Fralla says:
::Shakes her head, brown hair falling around her shoulders::  CVO: Change of plans...
CEO_Burke says:
::his frown deepens when the keypad rejects his code... he tries again and this time his frustration is complete::  Aloud: Horrible coffee... can't get into my own office... Julie is leaving... why did I come to this place again???  ::kicks his door and this time it slides open smoothly::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::walks in the hangar area:: CVO: Mr Deegan... Status?
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
CO: Ms. Fralla and her associate have arrived. And apparently there are a ... change of plans? ::Confused, lets the Captain speak to them::
Host Fralla says:
::Nods and steps forward, putting out a hand::  CO: Captain, I'm Fralla, and this is Juda... maybe I should let him explain...
CEO_Burke says:
Door: Oh sure.. NOW you open... what, I'm supposed to start stepping through and then you will close on my foot or something?  I don't think so mister!
XO_Azhure says:
::Steps into the turbolift.::  Computer, sublevel 4.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::grunts:: Fralla: I hate surprises... explain.
Chief_Jenniver_Silver says:
::Pokes her head around a corner, her goggles covering her eyes:: CEO: Who are ya talkin' to exactly Mr. ... Burke, was it?
CEO_Burke says:
::attempts to stare down the door to his office::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks over the report as people come and go on her way down.::
Host Juda says:
::Takes a look over his notes for a moment::  CO: This is the strangest thing, really.  For a couple days, we were detecting the radiation below the surface of Degeneu, but as of last night... it stopped.  This morning, we detected it again, but in this local area.  So we're not going to be going too far...
CSec_Powers says:
::Takes a moment to stretch about the C&C... not too much went on this morning.  Looking around, he notes who's here, and who's supposed to be here, and not::
CEO_Burke says:
Silver: Oh, just this tricky door.. I think it has it out for me today and I'm just not in the mood  ::turns to face the goggles::  Got a laser torch?
CEO_Burke says:
::smirks, a plan coming to his mind::
XO_Azhure says:
::As she finally reaches the level she wants, she nods to one of the new ensigns and steps off.::
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
::The strikingly gorgeous blonde Starfleet officer who seems to be covered in some sort of grease steps out from the corner:: CEO: Laser torch? ::Takes off her goggles to reveal her sparkling eyes:: Oh, no, this is jus' my look. I think we met briefly before ... I'm Jennifer Silver, Chief of the Corps of Engineers contingent assigned here ::Holds out her hand::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Steps into one of the ATWVs to make sure it's fully fueled ... jus' in case::
Host Fralla says:
CO/CVO: We're looking at elevated levels of unnatural alpha particles... shouldn't be harmful to us, so we won't need suits.  If you like, we can take our car, or one of yours
Host CO_M`Tor says:
Juda: It moves?  Radiation moves?  You are the scientist.... explain this while we go there. CVO: Let's go Mr Deegan ::moves to the vehicle::
XO_Azhure says:
::Seeing the new CEO standing at his door she pauses::  CEO:  Lieutenant?
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
CO: Aye, sir! ::Bangs his crest as he exits the vehicle:: Ouch.
Host Juda says:
::Rolls his eyes when the Captain's not looking... no wonder the government doesn't like these people.  How'd they ever get stuck with this job?::
CEO_Burke says:
::nods:: Silver: Hmm, then I guess I can't cut the door down...  ::seems oblivious to both her and her outstretched hand::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Walks over with the CO to the Haisian vehicle::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::enters the vehicle::
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
::Tries not to frown and shrugs:: XO: Hiya Commander, how are ya doin'?
CEO_Burke says:
XO: Yes I am... I out rank this dang door... it should follow orders, shouldn't it!
XO_Azhure says:
::Smiles at his introduction to Silver.::  CEO:  She looks much better cleaned up.  ::Smiles at Silver.::
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
CEO: That's the beauty of Dominion technology. It's like it's owners ... it doesn't like us very much.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Takes a seat in the vehicle. Sort of itching. Isn't used to being a passenger::
XO_Azhure says:
::Chuckles::  CEO:  Logic with a door... hmmm...
Host Fralla says:
::Climbs into her seat::  All: Everyone buckled up?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods to Fralla:: Juda: So.... it moves....why?
Host Juda says:
::Buckles his safety belt as Fralla starts up the car::  CO: I wish I had an answer.  We're as baffled by this as you, maybe more so.
CEO_Burke says:
::turns and really sees Silver for the first time:: Silver: Great... prejudiced equipment.  So is that what y'all do for fun around here?  ::starting to calm down, he smiles slightly::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
::Buckles up::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
Juda: Then speed is of the essence... Fralla: Proceed with all due haste.
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
::Shrugs and leans against a bulkhead:: CEO: Struggle with a station that one day may come alive and try to slaughter us all while keeping drunken Klingons in check and their hands off my behind while being paranoid of a Vorta who most certainly is planning all our dooms and his legion of genetically engineered killing machines while tossing in the occasional Borg and tribble invasion?
XO_Azhure says:
::Leans against the wall and listens.::
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
::Pause:: CEO: Yeah, that's pretty much what we do.
Host Fralla says:
@::Backs up slowly, and then puts the car into gear, driving at a reasonable speed.  The interior of the car is almost silent::  CVO: Are you okay, Mister... I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name...
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Smiles:: Fralla: Deegan, miss.
CEO_Burke says:
::shrugs:: Silver: Well that sounds a little better... I mean if all I had to argue with were doors I was gonna get bored. 
Host Fralla says:
@CVO: Mister Deegan, then.  You seem uncomfortable... are our seats not to your liking?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::crosses his arms and considers this moving radiation problem::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@Fralla: Not at all, miss. I'm just used to driving myself.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@Fralla: But there's a first time for everything. And today is my day to be the passenger.
Host Fralla says:
@CVO: Ah, don't worry, then.  Just sit back and enjoy the view - it's so lovely this time of year.
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  We wouldn't want you to get bored.  By the way...  ::Hands him the report on the equipment::
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
CEO: Don't worry about it. I heard that the first CEO here nearly got eviscerated by the defense systems. ::Pats him on the shoulder:: Doors are the least of your worries.
CEO_Burke says:
::takes the paperwork from the XO::  XO: Well I'm glad we understand each other.  ::smiles::
Host Juda says:
@CO: Captain, you are.. Klingon, right?
XO_Azhure says:
::Smiles::  Silver:  Don´t scare him off before we break him in.
Chief_Jennifer_Silver says:
::Laughs:: XO: Wouldn't dream of it, ma'am. Anyway, I'm off. ::Scoots on::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::nods:: Juda: Correct
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Sits back and enjoys the view::
CEO_Burke says:
::considers the new information and then shrugs::  Oh well.
XO_Azhure says:
::Nods and looks back at Burke.  Quietly::  CEO:  There is something else bothering you.  Want to talk about it?
Host Juda says:
@CO: I'm guessing you'd rather be hunting down an enemy than radiation.
CEO_Burke says:
::looks over to Azhure::  XO: Empathic?
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Senses a bit of hostility. Recalls the Haisians aren't too fond of the Klingons after that whole murder crisis a year or two back::
XO_Azhure says:
::Gives him a mysterious look before smiling.::  CEO:  Perhaps...  ::motions to his office.::  You like coffee?  I believe the last CEO enjoyed his.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@Juda:: I also love a good mystery Juda. ::grins::
CEO_Burke says:
::considers offering to allow the XO to go first, but not trusting the door he steps into the doorway blocking the door and allowing the XO to step in:: XO: I don't mind a good cup, but this stuff is definitely not that.  ::holds up the mug he brought with him, cold now::
Host Fralla says:
@::Pulls onto a side road, an entrance to a mine coming up in front of them::  CO: When it comes to our planet... I'm afraid I don't.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Peers at the mine, trying to recall if that's where they stuffed those tribbles::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Hopes it isn't::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::nods:: Fralla:: I understand
XO_Azhure says:
::Enters and heads over to a cupboard:: CEO:  It is for the stout worthy of heart... or for Klingons  Depending on who played last with the replicator.  However...  ::Pulls out an old fashion coffee maker and coffee beans and turns to him with a smile.::  I thought I remembered seeing this here.
CEO_Burke says:
::makes a little approval noise:: XO: Very good
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Can you make coffee?
Host Fralla says:
@::Slows the car down to a stop and shuts it off::  CO/CVO: We're here...
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Unbuckles and gets out::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::nods and exits the vehicle::
CEO_Burke says:
::takes the French press from the Azhure and the beans, looking for a grinder::  XO: I can make anything work.    

@ACTION: The entrance to the cave looks innocent enough.  Well structured, although not lit.  Old mine car tracks disappear into the dark

Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::looks around the area::
XO_Azhure says:
::Smiles and points to a draw filled with lots of miscellaneous items.::  CEO:  In there.
CEO_Burke says:
::nods and starts grinding the beans and setting up the press::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Pulls out a tricorder that he acquired and starts scanning immediately, looking for trace radiation::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@Fralla: Lead the way.
CEO_Burke says:
XO: So you never did answer my question.  ::gets some boiling water from the replicator::
XO_Azhure says:
::Gets down a couple of mugs.::  CEO:  Did you want to talk about things or shall we just jump into the traditional conversation for a newbie?
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ALL: I'm detecting trace amounts of radiation further into the mine.
Host Fralla says:
@::Pulls out the Haisian version of a hand held sensor::  CVO: Seems that way... at least it didn't move again... ::Starts down into the cave as Juda pulls a flashlight out::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Pulls out a flashlight he grabbed instead of a phaser. Hand never felt comfortable using a phaser::
XO_Azhure says:
::Putting the cups aside, she places her palms behind her on the cabinet and with a slight jump, pulls herself up to sit upon it..::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::follows the group towards the end::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Shines the light around, trying to spot anything::
CEO_Burke says:
::pours the water into the press and waits before pressing out the grounds and serving up the fresh, hot coffee... enjoying the scent::

@ACTION: As the four walk, the light from the sun slowly disappears until the only light is the two flashlights and the displays on the sensor devices

Host Juda says:
@::Stops suddenly::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Steps a few steps beyond Juda, then turns to shine the light at him at he stops::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::stops and waits:: Juda: And?
Host Juda says:
@All: Did anyone else see that?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::shakes head:: Juda: No.
Host Juda says:
@::Looks at the Captain, his rude expression hidden by the dark::  CO: What didn't I see, Captain?
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks confused a moment, wondering what question.::  CEO:  Ahhh... an empath.  I guess it depends on how you define one.  I guess in my own way, I am one.  That or many years of being a counselor... ::Frowns as she looks down at one of the empty cups.::  Many years of just observing.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@::Confused by Juda's terminology:: Juda: Hmmm?
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks up and smiles, changing moods.::
CEO_Burke says:
::had glanced at the senior staff bios... only because Julie made him... Julie...  seemed to remember something::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::frowns:: Juda: let us try this again.... you stopped... you asked us if we saw something... what did you see?
CEO_Burke says:
XO: El-Aurian... that's right

@ACTION: A light appears from down further into the mine... a small light, possibly a flashlight, getting closer.

XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Yes.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::His eyes spot something:: Hmmm. CO: Captain, someone is approaching ...
Host Juda says:
@::points at the light, now brighter... and getting closer::
CEO_Burke says:
::nods, offering the XO a cup of the good brew::  XO: That explains it.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::steps forward:: Light: This is Captain M'tor... identify yourselves.
XO_Azhure says:
::Takes the cup with a thanks and sips it, while waiting for which path Burke would take.::

@ACTION: As the light comes around the corner, the familiar figure of General Ranuck appears::  CO: I think you know who I am!

CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Jumps at the sudden appearance of the Klingon::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::grunts:: Ranuck: General?!  What in Kahless' name are you doing here?
CEO_Burke says:
::sits on the desk next to the XO, his gaze falling on an old systems schematic on the wall::  XO: She can't leave... I mean not now... not when we just started... well I don't know what we started... but... well she just can't.
Host General_Ranuck says:
@CO: I was going to ask you the same thing... Mister Powers and I were out doing some training  ::Motions as Powers walks around the corner::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ Ranuck: Fralla has directed us to some radiation... have you located any? 
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Tries not to jump as Powers appears::
XO_Azhure says:
::Not needing to ask whom he is talking about.::  CEO:  The life of a Starfleet officer... if you chose to continue on that track.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: Radiation?  No, afraid we didn't track down any of that.
Host Fralla says:
@::Taps the Captain on the shoulder::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: One simple question Mr Powers....    ::looks back at Fralla:: Yes?   CSEC: You are supposed to be at Abertura.... since I know Mr Powers would not disobey and order of mine....
CEO_Burke says:
XO: I just don't know...
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Scratches his crest, quite confused at the moment::
Host Fralla says:
@CO: They didn't make any sound when they walked, either...
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Give yourself some time to let things settle.  Maybe then things will slip into place and you might 'know' or at least have some idea.  Not that that helps much at the moment
CEO_Burke says:
::his only answer, silence as he sips at the coffee... after a moment::  XO: Thanks for the coffee pointer.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Looks curious::  CO: Are you sure that was me, Captain?  I've been out all morning... several hours...
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@CSEC/Ranuck:  Who are you two.... really?

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