MISSION PROLOGUE: The Captain has traveled with the two Haisian scientists to the caves under the mountain... and found his Chief of Security and General Ranuck.  Sure he left those two back at the station, what could possibly be going on?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<<<<<Resume Abertura Station "Convergent Series" Part 3>>>>>
Host SM_ChrisD whispers to Boothby:
Juda, Fralla
CEO_Burke says:
::in his office staring at the ceiling::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::stares at the arrivals:: *XO*: M`Tor to Abertura... Commander Azhure.. respond please.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Standing in the cave::
XO_Azhure says:
::Steps off the TL onto level 3 for a general check of things.::
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Looks at the Captain... he swore he told him he was coming out this morning::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: walks into Operations ::
CSec_Powers says:
::Looks up from his work::  CBO: Good morning, Lieutenant
CEO_Burke says:
::rolls his head to the right.... then to the left... then sits up straight::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  Good morning Sir.  :: smiles ::
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: Finding everything in order?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: hears the COM from the CO and rushes to answer  it :: CSEC:  It seems I got to work right on time.  :: smiles again. ::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@  *XO*: M`Tor to Abertura... Anyone respond.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Looks worried::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: nods at Powers :: *CO* This is Abertura Captain, go ahead.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: That's... strange.  Communications usually work here...
CEO_Burke says:
::all he sees are piles of mess; padds, boxes, tools.... no window... starts to feel the place closing in on him... probably the elevated levels of caffeine aren't helping::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@*CBO*: Find me Mister Powers and General Ranuck... are they there?
CEO_Burke says:
::jumps up from his chair and decides it is time to take a walk::
CSec_Powers says:
::Looks towards the CBO and points to himself before looking down to make sure himself::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: looks puzzled :: *CO*  Certainly Captain, Lt Powers is standing a few feet from me.
CEO_Burke says:
::finds himself heading towards the central lift::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@*CBO*: Put him on... and find Ranuck.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
*CO* Aye Sir.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  Lt, the Captain wishes to speak with you.
CSec_Powers says:
::Taps his commbadge::  *CO*: Powers to Captain M'Tor... go ahead, Captain.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: scans the station for General Ranuck ::
CEO_Burke says:
::enters the lift and not knowing where else to go...::  TL: Operations
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@::looks at Mr. Powers in front of him:: CSEC: Do you wish to speak with him... or shall I  *CSEC*: Mr. Powers... are you in front of me at the moment?
Host Computer says:
CEO: No such location.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Scratches the back of his neck as he hears his own voice::
XO_Azhure says:
::Finishes answering the questions the newbies have on this level and sends them off to the Firing range.::
CSec_Powers says:
*CO*: Um... no, sir?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: looks up :: CSEC:  I can't locate General Ranuck anywhere on the station.
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: He went out this morning... hunting, I think....
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  The Captain wants to know Sir.
XO_Azhure says:
::With a smile and shake of her head, she waits for the next lift before heading for C&C.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@*CSec*: Find me Ranuck   ::looks at the person next to him:: Ranuck: And how did you get here General?
CEO_Burke says:
::perturbed:: TL: Oh don't you argue with me.. I'll rewrite your operating code...  CoC then... how's that?
Host General_Ranuck says:
@CO: I came out here this morning... walked.  Those of us not spoiled by Starfleet still know how to use our legs.
CSec_Powers says:
*CO*: He's not here, sir, last I checked.  He was still out hunting.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::looks at "his" Powers:: CSEC: And you?

ACTION: The turbolift takes the CEO to Transporter Room Three.

Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: I came out after him.  Walked.
XO_Azhure says:
::As the lift stops, she steps off and glances around before proceeding to Bill.::
CEO_Burke says:
::sticks his head out the lift and looks around, then starts to think this is an conspiracy, steps back into the lift::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ Ranuck: General.. I have 2 Chiefs of Security... ::pulls out his dak`tagh::  *CBO*: Have Commander Azhure run a blood screening on Mr. Powers... NOW !
CEO_Burke says:
::deadpan:: TL: Let's try this one more time... Command and Control Center
CSec_Powers says:
::Looks back at Azhure, concern all over his face::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CO:  Aye Sir.  :: pulls her phaser out ::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: I shall now run a blood screening on you... your hand...
XO_Azhure says:
::Puts a finger to her ear, rubbing it.::  CSec:  What is going on?
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Having shed blood before with Ranuck, he holds out his hand::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  Sir, the Captain wishes you to blood screen Lt Powers.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  I am sorry Sir.
CSec_Powers says:
XO: The Captain said I'm out with Mister Ranuck.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::slices the CSEC`s hand::
XO_Azhure says:
::Slowly::  CBO:  All... right.  Why?  ::Goes to get a medkit, motioning Bill to come join her.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CVO: Shoot it... if it is not human.

@ACTION: As the sharp edge of the blade runs along the hand, the skin cuts open, but no blood comes out.  The wound does not heal.

CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  Apparently, there is  Lt Powers standing in front of the Captain as well as the one here.
CSec_Powers says:
::Starts to get concerned and walks along with Commander Azhure::  XO: Do you know what's going on?
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ CO: Sir, I don't have a phaser ...
CEO_Burke says:
::taps his foot and wonders if the lift is going to respond::
XO_Azhure says:
::Raises an eyebrow.::  CSec:  Hmmm... I wonder what I am supposed to do with two of you?  ::Smiles and gets the sample.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::growls and pulls out his phaser:: CSEC: Any words before I shoot you?
CEO_Burke says:
::considers that it might be time to open this thing up::
XO_Azhure says:
::Enters the sample into the medical recorder.::
Host General_Ranuck says:
@::Looks a bit shocked at Mister Powers::  CSec: But...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: looks up, waiting for the results ::
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Steps away from Mister Ranuck and looks at the Captain, deadpan::  CO: Only that you shouldn't discharge that phaser in here.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Steps forward:: CO: Captain, while it may not be Mr. Powers, is shooting him entirely necessary?
CSec_Powers says:
XO: A party, maybe?  We could take turns...
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks over at operations.:: CBO:  Please inform the captain that Mr. Powers checks out.
CEO_Burke says:
::opens a pocket on the side of his uniform slacks and takes out one of his favorite tools::  TL: Let's see what makes you tick
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: nods at the XO :: XO:  Aye Sir.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
*CO* Captain, Lt Powers checks out.
CEO_Burke says:
::removes the control panel of the lift and starts looking inside::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: puts away her phaser :: CSEC:  I am sorry Sir.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::growls:: CSEC: Radiation....   CVO: Scan the radiation.... is it volatile?  ::puts away the phaser but keeps the dagger out:: CSEC: I await an explanation... who are you?

ACTION: The doors to the lift shut and it rises up to the Command and Control Center.

Host Fralla says:
@::Consults her display::  CO: It... shouldn't be...
CEO_Burke says:
::puts the panel back::  TL: That's better... now you know who's boss.  ::smirks::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Scans::
XO_Azhure says:
::Steps down to the command unit.::  *CO*:  What is going on?  Do you require assistance?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@*CBO*: Acknowledged... Security alert. Presume a complete intruder alert. 
CBO_Kcirtap says:
*CO* Aye Sir.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ CO: The radiation does not appear to be volatile, sir.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Nods slowly::  CO: Of course, Captain... I am... not who you think I am.  And..  I am ALSO not who you think I am.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: I am not interested what I think you are ::grits teeth:: I want an explanation. 

ACTION: The turbolift jerks slightly, tossing Burke off balance.

CBO_Kcirtap says:
CESC:  Sir, the Captain has issued a Security alert.
CEO_Burke says:
::arrives at CnC and walks out of the lift, a definite arrogance in his swagger::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: nods at Burke :: CEO:  Good Morning Lt.
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: Understood... who... um, who are we looking for?
XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  It sounds like you.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@*XO*: Keep the station under security alert. No one gets in or out.... I want to keep by bloodwine safe.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  Unknown Sir.  He said a complete intruder alert.  I don't understand Sir.
CEO_Burke says:
CBO: Hiya... how's it going up here?  Below decks is boring and the lift just learned a major lesson.  ::walks over to where he thinks the engineering console is::
XO_Azhure says:
::Chuckles::  *CO*  Now that I believe.
XO_Azhure says:
::nods to Bill to proceed with the lock down.::
Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: The explanation is that your answers are not here.  Fralla/Juda: None of the answers are here.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CEO:  We are at a security alert.  Intruder apparently.
XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  Lock down the C&C to command codes only of the captain, yourself, and Lt. Powers.
CSec_Powers says:
::Looks lost::  *Security*: Security, intruder alert... unknown identity.  Activate the systems, deploy the Jem'Hadar, keep an eye on the interior display.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: Enough... no riddles... answer.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO: Aye Sir.  On it.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: begins the lock down ::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks over at the engineer.::  CEO:  I will need a blood sample from you.
CEO_Burke says:
::still running a bit at the mouth from too much caffeine::  CBO: Intruder?  Man, is security around here that lax?
XO_Azhure says:
::With kit in hand still, motions Burke towards her.::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Quite confused as to what's going on::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CEO:  No sir, security is not lax here that I can tell.  Apparently, there is some type of shape shifter here.
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: Shape shifter?  Who said shape shifter?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: finishes the lock down sequence :: XO:  Lock down complete.
XO_Azhure says:
::nods her thanks to Kcirtap.::
CEO_Burke says:
::walks over to the Azhure::  XO: Can't you just _tell_ is someone isn't right... isn't that one of those things you can do?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  An assumption on my part.  As there are 2 of you, one here and one with the Captain.
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Apparently not.  And this won't hurt at all.  ::Reaches over to take a sample.::
Laevon says:
::Storms into C&C:: XO: Commander, what in the name of the Founders is going on?!
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: You know what they say about assumptions.  Makes an ass out of you.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: The answer is that all will be taken care of.  The Mountain will provide.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  Also, the Captain asked for a blood screen.  The hypothesis points to a shape shifter of some sort.  I never said changling.
XO_Azhure says:
::Sighs and looks over at Kcirtap::  CBO:  You forgot someone.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  Sir?
XO_Azhure says:
Laevon:  With luck, nothing... meanwhile, if you are here, I need a blood sample from you.  ::Places Burkes in the unit.::
CEO_Burke says:
XO: So am I me?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: Enough with the mountain... I want answers from you! ::points::
Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: I have given you all the answers.  ::Turns and starts to walk away, down into the mountain, past Ranuck::
XO_Azhure says:
::Motions to toward the Vorta.::  CBO:  He isn't the captain me or you.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  Whom did I forget Sir.
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Apparently.  If you leave the bridge and return, you will require another test.  At least until the lockdown has been removed.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::steps forward and grabs the CSEC::
Laevon says:
XO: Why exactly do you need a blood sample?
CEO_Burke says:
::shrugs and walks back towards the CBO and his station::

ACTION: M'Tor's hand goes through Mister Powers, but he stops anyway and looks back at M'Tor.

CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  I don't understand, I did not authorize him.  He should not have been able to get in here.
XO_Azhure says:
Laevon:  I have decided to go into the vampire business.  ::Takes out a clean unit.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: I despise these kinds of riddles.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Remains calm::  CO: It does not matter what you despise, it simply matters what is.
XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  You have your next project.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CSEC: Then answer.... what is?
CSec_Powers says:
::Thinks he should call out helpfully to Laevon "She doesn't bite hard!" but decides against it::
Laevon says:
XO: What's a vampire? Could you please be serious for one moment and explain this to me? You've had my Jem'Hadar forces deployed!
CBO_Kcirtap says:
Laevon:  How did you gain access to this room?
CEO_Burke says:
::looks around and realizes he made a mistake... thinks about it for a second and heads back around to the clockwise ramp::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks up.::  Laevon: My apologize.  The captain has encountered one of our people at the site.  That person is apparently an imposter.  We are looking for potential shapeshifters.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Smiles enigmatically::  CO: The truth.
Laevon says:
CBO: I go where I please.
CEO_Burke says:
::finds his destination, the engineering console next to the security console::  
CBO_Kcirtap says:
Laevon:  Not when there is a security lockdown you don't.
Laevon says:
XO: I see. You fear a Founder? ::Offers arm::
XO_Azhure says:
Laevon:  We are simply making sure our people are who they are.  And at the moment, you are a security breach in this situation.  Something we need to discuss when the captain gets back.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::smiles:: CSEC: Excellent... now... tell me the truth please.
Laevon says:
CBO: You're under the assumption that Starfleet programs really do have control on Jem'Hadar technology. Let this be proof that nothing is safe here.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
Laevon:  We'll see about that.
Laevon says:
::Lips twitches (into a smile?) at the CBO's comment::
Laevon says:
XO: As you wish, Commander. I enjoy your presence either way.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: turns back to her console and begins to look for why the Vorta was allowed access to the C&C ::
Laevon says:
::Waits for her to remove the blood::
Host CSec_Powers says:
@CO: Sometimes the truth wishes to remain hidden.  You should go now.
XO_Azhure says:
::Tempted, but does not roll her eyes back.::  Laevon:  This won't hurt.  ::Takes the sample and slips into the medical tricorder.::
CEO_Burke says:
::activates  his station and checks the station status... all of a sudden feeling kind of tired::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::feels a headache coming on:: CSEC: And these scientists? ::points: Where should we be looking?
XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  He is clear.
Host CSec_Powers says:
@::Looks at the scientists::  Fralla/Juda: The Mountain will provide.  You may go home, as well.
Laevon says:
::Rolls his sleeve down:: XO: Of course.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: nods and glares at the Vorta ::
Laevon says:
::Doesn't seem to acknowledge the CBO's glare::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::shakes head::
XO_Azhure says:
::Stares off a moment before looking at the Vorta.::  Laevon:  I do not think we are dealing with a changeling...  ::Shrugs::  Consider this a drill.  By the way, the ambassadors will be here in a couple of days.
Host Juda says:
@CSec: You have to be kidding... the planet is facing another famine situation... the Mountain cannot provide!
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@Ranuck/CVO: Come... the mountain will provide  ::growls::  Fralla/Juda: We have been asked to leave. ::sighs and walks back to the cave::
Laevon says:
XO: So I've heard.
CEO_Burke says:
::starts a diagnostic and has to think for a second and force himself to focus::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Mouths - "The Mountain will provide? Where has he heard that before..."::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ Self: I hate superior beings who think they know it all... it really annoys those of us who do.
XO_Azhure says:
::Smiles::  Laevon:  This might be a case of who likes dealing with them less, you or me.  ::Turns back toward CBO.::

ACTION: As M'Tor turns his back on Mister Powers, he smiles again and walks into the wall of the cave - disappearing

CEO_Burke says:
::stiffles a yawn::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
@Fralla: Superior beings who know it all?  I've met a Klingon who was like that once...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: continues to try and find why the Vorta was able to waltz thru a security lock down of C&C ::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Follows the Captain::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::slaps Mr Deegan on the back:: CVO: You need bloodwine.
CSec_Powers says:
::After checking in with his teams::  CBO: You present the appearance of a woman with a problem.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ CO: I try not to drink, sir.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ CVO: Learn.
XO_Azhure says:
::Leans down and quietly.::  CBO:  I have a feeling when the captain comes back, he is going to be very unhappy.  You might warn the lounge to get out a good bottle of blood wine.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ CO: Aye, sir.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  I am a woman with a problem, Yes Sir.
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: What's wrong?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  Aye Commander.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ *XO*: M`Tor to Abertura.
XO_Azhure says:
::Smiles.::  CBO:  Welcome to your indoctrination at the station.
XO_Azhure says:
*CO*:  Azhure here.
CEO_Burke says:
::starts to wonder what exactly was in that coffee...::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  That.... man....:: points to the Vorta :: was able to just walk through a lock down.  I don't want it to happen again.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Heading to the vehicle::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: smiles at the XO :: XO:  Thank you Sir.
Laevon says:
::Trying to refrain from laughing in the background::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ *XO*: Stand down.... the scientists and I have been ordered to stop searching here... "The mountain will provide"
CSec_Powers says:
::Chuckles::  CBO: He was able to get through because he doesn't believe in the abilities of our security measures... also because he's a Vorta, and this is a Dominion station.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  That doesn't mean he should be able to just walk in here Sir.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  Not with a lock down.
XO_Azhure says:
::Lifts an eyebrow.::  *CO*:  Understood sir.  Your bloodwine is being warmed now.
XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  Stand down the station.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ *XO*: Good... I’ll need it... Ranuck: General... this shall make a lousy story.
CEO_Burke says:
::wonders if the antidote to this coffee is more coffee::
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: He's also in command of the Jem'Hadar forces... it's not a problem, I promise.  ::Nods to the XO and calls down to Security to lift the alert::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  What if he had been one of the intruders Sir?
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: But he got through the security, so he wasn't.
XO_Azhure says:
::Walks over to Burke.::  CEO:  Everything alright?
Host General_Ranuck says:
@CO: I'm sure you'll drink the memories away.  ::Grins and then looks at the car the scientists brought::  Where did you ever dig up that piece of junk?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  No Sir, the only ones who should have had access to this room where those already here and the Captain.
CEO_Burke says:
::turns and ends up yawning almost in the XO's face before he covers his mouth::  XO: Um.. just suddenly.... kinda tired.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::sighs:: Ranuck: It came with the scientists.
Host General_Ranuck says:
@::Looks at the scientists, who have disapproving looks on their faces::  CO: Oh.
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  Tired?  Did you not get enough sleep?  ::Hands him a padd.::  By the way, this is your training schedule for the firing field.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ Ranuck: So... shall we go hunting later? Or shall the mountain provide?
CEO_Burke says:
::takes the PADD::  XO: I think it was that... ::yawn::... coffee
Host Fralla says:
@::Unlocks the vehicle::  CO/Ranuck/CVO: Come on, you three can squeeze in the back.
Host General_Ranuck says:
@::Leans in close::  CO: Somehow, I don't think the mountain likes my hunting.
CEO_Burke says:
XO: What's this for?  I'm an engineer, not a soldier.
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Squeezes in the back::
XO_Azhure says:
CEO:  There was an unusual note attached to your records about needing extra practice.  And if you are talking about the coffee we shared... ::Considers.::  I feel just fine.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::grunts::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSEC:  I will work on making sure it never happens again Sir.
CSec_Powers says:
CBO: Tell you what.. I'll go ahead and take care of it.
CEO_Burke says:
::thinks about a few things and realizes... who could have gotten into his coffee... who could have added a note to his file...::  XO:  Julie!
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ ::crunches in and squeezes in one side as he sees Ranuck on the other of Mr Deegan::
XO_Azhure says:
::Raises an eyebrow.::
CVO_Ens_Deegan says:
@ ::Stuck in the middle::
Laevon says:
::Presses a few buttons on a console, reading things::
CEO_Burke says:
Aloud: That no good... tricky...   ::grumbles::
XO_Azhure says:
::Glances over at Laevon.::
CEO_Burke says:
::smiles:: XO: Actually... she makes me kind of proud.  ::yawns::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks back at Burke and smiles understandingly.::  CEO:  Don't give up hope.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
@ Fralla: Take us home :: glances back at the cave::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: grumbles :: CSEC:  Aye Sir.  :: glares at the Vorta again ::
CEO_Burke says:
XO: I bet she put that note on my file... if you look  ::yawn::  I know I passed my last proficiency test... ::yawn:: really no need for training.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: looks at the CEO and yawns herself ::

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