The Ganymede has been ordered to Avalon Station for repair and refit after its recent encounter

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CMO_Seti says:
:: In his office reviewing reports on the past few weeks ::

CSO_Ray says:
:: in his office doing paperwork::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::after making sure everything is ready for her part of the complete shutdown and shoreleave, she heads for the Bridge::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::talking with Maverick on the JAG Office at Avalon::

TO_Khorgh says:
::going over the last bit of diagnostic of TAC#2::

CTO_Abbott says:
::in her office preparing her report::

CO_Silek says:
:: exits the Ready Room ::

Maverick says:
@Vekh: And that is it, Kid...we simply lost track of her

OPS_Serok says:
:: At her console ::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::has a deep expression on his face:: Mav: Yet again, you mean

CO_Silek says:
OPS: Status Commander ?

CNS_Ashworth says:
::a few moments later, she exits the TL and walks to her chair::

CSO_Ray says:
:: exits office and heads toward the bridge::

Maverick says:
@ Vekh: Now c'mon, Kid. She makes you a fool of you for 7 years...

CTO_Abbott says:
::leaves her office and heads for the bridge once her report is finished::

Adm_Bustum says:
:: Transports to his quarters on Avalon and begins report on the Rittenhouse treason::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Mav: Yes, but that just because I thought she was dead...this conversation serves no purpose...

TO_Khorgh says:
*CTO* Sir, the diagnostic show that everything is working as good as they get without the repairs...

CMO_Seti says:
*XO*: Commander, I mean Captain, Sickbay is secure and standing by, sir

Maverick says:
@ Vekh: Agreed. We are done for now. I think you shall be reporting back to the Apache soon...

CTO_Abbott says:
*TO*: Acknowledged Ensign, prepare a report on the repairs needed and have it ready once we reach Avalon station.

OPS_Serok says:
:: looks up from her console :: CO: Here are the consumption reports. We are still not within communications range.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Mav: Yes, Bruce. We've got a 48-h shoreleave. I'll be leaving shortly...

CSO_Ray says:
:: enters bridge and gets settled into his chair at SCI::

CO_Silek says:
:: nods ::

TO_Khorgh says:
::starting to work on the report:: *CTO* Aye, sir

CMO_Seti says:
::Picks up his PADD and goes over a few more reports before heading to the bridge::

Maverick says:
@ Vekh: Well, why don't you just wait to greet some old friends?

CMO_Seti says:
*TO*: Ensign, I would like to schedule your physical once we are back on the Ganymede

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Mav: What you mean ::raises eyebrow::

CNS_Ashworth says:
CO:  Good day, Sir.

Maverick says:
@ Vekh: I just got word that the Ganymede is due within the hour

CO_Silek says:
:: takes the reports and begins to read :: CNS: Counselor. Good Day to you.

OPS_Serok says:
:: nods at the CNS ::

CTO_Abbott says:
::enters the bridge and takes her post... checking a few systems and getting reports from the security department::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::smiles at OPS::

TO_Khorgh says:
*CMO* Understood, I	 will report to sickbay once we are back.

CMO_Seti says:
*TO*: Aye

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::pauses:: Mav: Hmm, I may consider delaying my departure for a couple of hours then.

OPS_Serok says:
COMM:Avalon:  This is the USS Ganymede, requesting docking coordinates.

TO_Khorgh says:
::wonders if the list of repairs will finally end...::

Maverick says:
@ Vekh: That's OK, Kid. We shall met again when I collect more info

CO_Silek says:
:: looks over the OPS' shoulder :: OPS: ETA To Avalon Commander ?

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Mav: Perfect. ::greets:: See you Captain Maverick.

OPS_Serok says:
CO: Ten minutes Sir.

CTO_Abbott says:
::leaves her post and makes her way to the CO handing him a padd:: CO: Sir, I request permission to leave the ship once we dock at Avalon Station.

Adm_Bustum says:
COMM: Ganymede this is Bustum. You have clearance to enter the heliotrope on priority vector. Bearing 019.3 Mark 320

Admiral_Taylor says:
::walks out of the Turbolift onto the bridge quietly::

OPS_Serok says:
COM: Avalon:  Acknowledged Admiral.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::exits the JAG office and heads slowly to the Docking Ring, to wait for the Ganymede's arrival::

CMO_Seti says:
::Exits his office and heads to the TL::

CO_Silek says:
CTO: Of course Lieutenant, after the ceremony on Avalon Station shore leave is permitted to all.

OPS_Serok says:
ALL:  Admiral on bridge. :: snaps to attention ::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::stares around the bridge nostalgically::

CTO_Abbott says:
::nods:: CO: Thank you, Sir. I will be leaving for Starbase 366 shortly afterward. I have personal matters to attend to.

CMO_Seti says:
::Enters the TL:: TL: Bridge

Admiral_Taylor says:
OPS:  As you were, everyone.  and thank you.  ::a little embarrassed::

Dr Pain says:
::absently waves to the Admiral guy::

CO_Silek says:
:: nods understandingly :: CTO: Understood Lt.

CNS_Ashworth says:
::smiles as she thought she saw Admiral Taylor blush::

TO_Khorgh says:
::finishes his report on the repairs... and heads towards CTO's office::

Adm_Bustum says:
:: Looks in the Dr.'s direction and absentmindedly nods::

OPS_Serok says:
:: sit back down and enters the coordinates for final approach ::

CTO_Abbott says:
::nods to the new CO and the new Admiral and heads for her post::

CO_Silek says:
:: looks up at his former Captain :: Admiral: Would you like to give the order to dock at Avalon Sir ?

CMO_Seti says:
::Exits the TL and enters the bridge::

Admiral_Taylor says:
CO:  I'm honored, Captain Silek.  Helm:  Take us in, one-quarter to the thrusters aft.

TO_Khorgh says:
::rings the door chime... no answer...:: Computer: Computer locate CTO Abbott <Computer> CTO Abbott is on the bridge

Adm_Bustum says:
Action: Avalon Station becomes faintly visible on the viewscreen

OPS_Serok says:
Admiral Taylor:  Aye Sir, one-quarter thrusters to the aft.

TO_Khorgh says:
::enters TL:: Computer: Bridge.

CO_Silek says:
:: looks at the viewscreen ::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::can now see the Ganymede on final approach through the windows::

CTO_Abbott says:
::looks at the station and begins to smile::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Self: It'll be interesting to meet the crew again after several months...

CMO_Seti says:
::Watches the Viewscreen and wonders what the Admiral wants once we are on Avalon::

CTO_Abbott says:
::then quickly turns her mind back to work and her smile vanishes before anyone saw her... she hopes::

Adm_Bustum says:
:: Walks along the Promenade to Auditorium One. Looks at PADD and notices they're late again!::

CSO_Ray says:
:: looking at viewscreen:: Ain't she a beaut'?

Admiral_Taylor says:
::sees the station looming on the viewscreen::  CO:  I never tire of that view, S’chn.  It's like coming home after a long journey.

TO_Khorgh says:
::exits at the bridge and walks over to CTO:: CTO: Sir, here is the report you asked for... and I wanted to ask you how you would like to handle the security while we are docked

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::sees Admiral Bustum crossing the Promenade:
:
CO_Silek says:
:: nods :: CSO: Indeed Lt.    Admiral Taylor: I agree Sir.

CNS_Ashworth says:
CO:  This will be good for the crew.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::decides to approach:: Adm Bustum: Greetings Admiral ::salutes::

CMO_Seti says:
::Can’t wait till do more research while on shore leave::

OPS_Serok says:
:: eases the ship into position and engages docking clamps ::  Admiral Taylor:  Docking clamps engaged Sir.

Adm_Bustum says:
@Vekh: Good to see you. Any interesting cases lately?

Admiral_Taylor says:
OPS:  confirm internal power shutdown and go to external power.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Adm: It's been an interesting change of roles, sir. I'm appreciating the challenge of being a Counselor. Am I disturbing you sir?

CO_Silek says:
CNS: I have to agree Counselor. CTO: Security lockout on all stations.

CMO_Seti says:
Computer: Secure Sickbay and the pharmacy, authorization Seti Delta Omega One

CTO_Abbott says:
::looks up and takes the padd readily from the TO:: TO: Thank you. We are to prepare the ship for external support mode, once shutdown is complete we are to engage security lockouts.

OPS_Serok says:
Admiral Taylor: Aye Sir.  :: checks her console :: Confirmed.  External power is engaged.

CMO_Seti says:
<Computer>: CMO: Sickbay and Pharmacy secured

Adm_Bustum says:
@Vekh: No by all means tag along. This should be very interesting. Your old crew is about to dock.

Admiral_Taylor says:
::smiles at the activity on the bridge, knowing he is leaving the ship in good hands::

CTO_Abbott says:
::nods hearing the CO:: CO: Aye Sir.

Adm_Bustum says:
@Vekh: That is of course if they can find it before it closes

CO_Silek says:
:: notices that the CTO was ahead of him and nods approvingly ::

Admiral_Taylor says:
ALL:  Ganymede crew, Stand down for shoreleave.   CO:  What are your plans, Mister Silek?

TO_Khorgh says:
CTO: Aye sir.

CTO_Abbott says:
TO: Take your post and assist me.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@Admiral: Why...Thank you sir. I was so told, thus I delayed my return to the Apache

CMO_Seti says:
::Takes his duffle bag and heads to the TL::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::smiles at the Admiral's comment, glad he himself is not included this time::

OPS_Serok says:
:: makes sure all security lockouts are in place ::

Adm_Bustum says:
Action: The Ganymede is docked and moorings attached

CO_Silek says:
Adm_Taylor: I believe we had the meeting on Avalon Sir. After that... :: pauses for a moment :: I have not given much thought to shore leave just yet.

CSO_Ray says:
:: secures station and shuts down all non-essential sensors::

TO_Khorgh says:
::secures TAC#2 and moves towards TL::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::following Admiral Bustum::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::knows that she will meet with Kevin and her son on the Promenade later::

CO_Silek says:
ALL: All crew report to Admiral Bustum on Avalon Station once shutdown is complete.

CMO_Seti says:
::Exits the TL and Heads out the air lock::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::begins to walk toward the turbolift with CO::  CO:  You should take a bit of time with your wife, S'chn.  God knows you have earned it.

Adm_Bustum says:
@:: Enter the auditorium and goes to the podium::

CTO_Abbott says:
::watches shutdown complete::

Admiral_Taylor says:
CO:  Come, I believe we have a report to make.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::enters the Auditorium and waits by the door::

CO_Silek says:
:: nods :: Adm_Taylor: I believe you are correct Sir. :: moves to the turbolift ::

OPS_Serok says:
:: monitors and waits until final shutdown :: CO/Admiral:  Shutdown complete Sirs.

Adm_Bustum says:
:: Checks chronometer...Sheesh! ::

CMO_Seti says:
::Enters the Stations TL:: TL: Auditorium

CNS_Ashworth says:
::enters the station and heads for the Auditorium::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::walks toward the TL::  OPS:  Very good, Commander.  You are dismissed for shore leave.

OPS_Serok says:
:: gets up from her seat and follows the Captain and Admiral out ::

TO_Khorgh says:
::exits from airlock and enters station TL::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
@::notices the Admiral's face:: Self: this is going to be one of THOSE debriefs

CSO_Ray says:
:: enters turbolift:: CPU: section 2 deck 9

CTO_Abbott says:
::heads off the Ganymede and heads for the meeting::

CMO_Seti says:
::Exits the stations  TL and stands outside the door awaiting the others to arrive::

TO_Khorgh says:
:: arrives in auditorium::

CO_Silek says:
:: arrives at the auditorium with Admiral Taylor and his wife ::

CMO_Seti says:
::Sees the others start to arrive and enters the auditorium::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::enters the auditorium and sees Adm. Bustum at the podium and nods::

CSO_Ray says:
:: enters Avalon Station and heads for the briefing room::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::sees the crew entering::

CMO_Seti says:
::Self: I wonder what this is all about this time::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::approaches Silek:: CO: Greetings...Captain Silek

CMO_Seti says:
::See's Commander Vekh ::Salutes:: Hello Commander, good to see you sir

Adm_Bustum says:
::Looks at Taylor and Silek and rolls eyes and thinks...I don't get paid enough for this::

CTO_Abbott says:
:: enters the room and sees a greenman..nods in brief greeting as she passes him::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::sees Cmdr. Vekh and smiles::

OPS_Serok says:
:: sees Cmdr Vekh :: Vekh:  Good to see you Commander.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
CMO: Dr Seti, that's good to see you again

CSO_Ray says:
ADM Bustum: Chief Science Officer Ray Reporting

CO_Silek says:
:: nods :: Cmdr Vekh: Greetings Commander... It is agreeable to see you again.

TO_Khorgh says:
:: feeling uncomfortable with all those high-ranking officers
::
Admiral_Taylor says:
VEKH:  Well Met, Commander.  I see you took the challenge seriously.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::replies to the crew’s compliments::

CMO_Seti says:
Vekh: Thank you sir,

CMO_Seti says:
::Takes his seat::

Adm_Bustum says:
CSO: Mr. Ray. Please take your place with the others

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::sees a Klingon officer in security gold passing and greets her::

CMO_Seti says:
::Sits next to the CNS::  CNS: How are you doing today Commander

TO_Khorgh says:
:: takes a seat quietly at the corner::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
CO/Adm Taylor: Greetings sires

CO_Silek says:
:: steps up to Bustum :: Adm_Bustum: Good Day Sir.

OPS_Serok says:
:: moves forward and takes her place at attention ::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
Adm_Taylor: The challenge is the best part of it sir.

CNS_Ashworth says:
CMO:  Just fine, thanks.  Trevin is just a pure joy.

Admiral_Taylor says:
::sees Admiral Bustum::  ADM:  Good day, sir.

CSO_Ray says:
ADM: Yes sir. :: takes his seat next to the CEO::

Adm_Bustum says:
CO: Capt. I'd do better if this crew were ever on time for anything other than a party

CTO_Abbott says:
::thinks she has never seen an Orion before::

CO_Silek says:
:: blinks :: Adm_Bustum: Understood Sir.

Admiral_Taylor says:
VEKH:  Don't I know it.  tell Commander Turnbull I greet him and his family.

CMO_Seti says:
CNS: Good, I would like to see you both once shore leave is over, I would like to do Trevin's next checkup

CNS_Ashworth says:
CMO:  Will do.

Adm_Bustum says:
Adm_Taylor: Taylor Good Day or should I say afternoon to you

CMO_Seti says:
CNS: Do you have any idea what his meeting is for today?

Cmdr_Vekh says:
Adm_Taylor: Will do so sir. Cmdr Turnbull is a very fine officer of the Apache. I'm honored to serve with her crew

CNS_Ashworth says:
CMO:  Not a clue.

CO_Silek says:
:: looks around at the crew assembled :: Bustum: Shall we begin Sir ?

Adm_Bustum says:
CO/Adm: Shall we get this show on the road?

CTO_Abbott says:
::overhears the word Apache and looks to the Orion::

Admiral_Taylor says:
ADM:  I lose track on days like this Admiral. I just enjoy the moment.  In the end. it's all we have.  when you are ready, sir.

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::releases the Admirals to their talks and walks away. Notices the new Klingon face and approaches::

Adm_Bustum says:
ALL: ATTENTION ON DECK

Cmdr_Vekh says:
CTO: Greetings. I don’t think we've meet at the time I was on the Ganymede

OPS_Serok says:
:: at attention ::

CO_Silek says:
:: stands at attention ::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::goes to attention::

CSO_Ray says:
:: snaps too::

CMO_Seti says:
::Stands at attention::

CTO_Abbott says:
::stands at attention::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::stops mid-phrase and comes to attention::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::snaps to attention smartly::

TO_Khorgh says:
::::at attention::

CTO_Abbott says:
::gives Vekh a side look and a nod to "hold his thoughts for a moment"::

Adm_Bustum says:
CO: Capt. Silek I give you the podium

CO_Silek says:
Bustum: Thank you Admiral :: steps up to the podium ::

Adm_Bustum says:
:: steps back::

CO_Silek says:
TO: Ensign S'Ten Korgh step forward.

TO_Khorgh says:
::steps forward ::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::knows very well the proceedings of what's going to happen::

CO_Silek says:
TO: Ensign, It is my privilege to present you with the Starfleet Commendation for Conspicuous Gallantry

TO_Khorgh says:
CO: Thank you, sir :: surprised ::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::smiles to himself thinking that the ship is indeed in good hands::

CTO_Abbott says:
::smirks proudly at her TO::

CO_Silek says:
CSO: Lt Robert Ray step forward please.

TO_Khorgh says:
:: steps back::

CSO_Ray says:
::steps forward to the podium::

CO_Silek says:
CSO: Lt. It is my privilege to present you with the Silver Palm for your actions in our recent crisis.

CSO_Ray says:
CO: Thank you sir

CO_Silek says:
CMO: Lt Darek Seti  step forward.

CMO_Seti says:
::Moves forward and stands at attention::

CO_Silek says:
CMO: Doctor, It is my privilege to present you with the Starfleet Silver Lifesaving Medal.

CMO_Seti says:
CO: Thank you Sir :: Salutes ::

CO_Silek says:
:: nods and looks up to the crew ::

CO_Silek says:
Crew: Ladies & Gentlemen. When a Starfleet officer performs a deed that has been one of personal bravery or self-sacrifice so conspicuous as to clearly distinguish the individual above his comrades and involve risk of life, this officer receives Starfleet's HIGHEST Commendation.

CO_Silek says:
Crew: On the Ganymede we are fortunate to have such officers.

CO_Silek says:
CTO/CNS/OPS: Lt (jg) D'Layna Abbott, Lt Cmdr Suvok Serok, Lt Cmdr Tehya Ashworth step forward.

Admiral_Taylor says:
::nods in agreement::

CTO_Abbott says:
::heads for the podium::

OPS_Serok says:
:: steps forward ::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::steps forward, shocked::

Adm_Bustum says:
:: Wipes the sweat from his forehead::

CO_Silek says:
CTO/OPS/CNS: It is my honor to present you all with the United Federation of Planets Medal of Honor for your actions in the recent crisis in the Romulan Neutral Zone.

CNS_Ashworth says:
::doesn't know whether to laugh or cry::

CO_Silek says:
:: nods approvingly to all ::

CO_Silek says:
OPS/CNS : A moment please.

OPS_Serok says:
:: blinks ::

CTO_Abbott says:
::feels a wry grin come to her face and wonders if her mother is watching from the gates of Sto'vo'Kor::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::confused::

OPS_Serok says:
CO: Sir?

CO_Silek says:
OPS: Lt Cmdr Suvok Serok 
Starfleet Command is pleased to promote you to the rank of Commander and the position of 2nd officer.

Admiral_Taylor says:
::chuckles at the stunned look on the officers' faces...it's always that way...the best never look for it but achieve it nonetheless::

CO_Silek says:
CNS: Lt Cmdr Tehya Ashworth
Starfleet Command is pleased to promote you to the rank of Commander and the position of Executive Officer.

CNS_Ashworth says:
::stunned::  CO:   You can't be serious, Sir.  Are you sure you have the right person?

CO_Silek says:
:: nods :: CNS: Of course Commander.

Admiral_Taylor says:
::begins applause::

Adm_Bustum says:
CO: Capt. please stand down

CNS_Ashworth says:
CO:   Thank you....Sir  ::grins from ear to ear::

CTO_Abbott says:
::applauds her fellow crewmates::

CO_Silek says:
:: steps away from the podium ::

TO_Khorgh says:
::joins in the applause::

OPS_Serok says:
:: steps back ::

CMO_Seti says:
::Joins the applause::

CO_Silek says:
:: joins in the applause ::

CTO_Abbott says:
::heads back to her place::

Cmdr_Vekh says:
::is proud of his former crewmates::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::rises to his feet and continues the thunderous applause::

CNS_Ashworth says:
::goes back to her place::

Adm_Bustum says:
Captain S'chn Silek . Front and Center

CO_Silek says:
:: steps forward ::

Adm_Bustum says:
By order of Starfleet and a grateful Federation you are hereby awarded The UFP Medal of Honor

Admiral_Taylor says:
::beams from ear to ear at seeing his former XO receive the recognition he has long deserved::

CO_Silek says:
Admiral: I am honored Sir.

Adm_Bustum says:
CO: Well deserved

Adm_Bustum says:
Captain Thomas N. Taylor Front and Center

Admiral_Taylor says:
::rises and steps forward, puzzled::

Adm_Bustum says:
By order of Starfleet and a grateful Federation you are hereby awarded The UFP Medal of Honor. And officially execute your promotion to Admiral. :: Places Admiral pips on collar::

Admiral_Taylor says:
::blushes light green::  ADM:  Thank you sir.  ::salutes::

CO_Silek says:
:: nods and begins the applause ::

CMO_Seti says:
::Stands and applauds::

Adm_Bustum says:
:: Returns salute:: CO: Capt. Silek they are yours to dismiss

TO_Khorgh says:
::joins the applause::

OPS_Serok says:
:: applauds vigorously ::

CO_Silek says:
Crew: Shore Leave is approved.. you are now dismissed.

CNS_Ashworth says:
::is too stunned and shocked to applaud::

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