We fade in on an isolated repair bay on Star base 12.  A dark craft waits, with guards posted outside.
Ensign Cisab enters pad in hand awaiting the team to join him.
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FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
:: on his way to the repair bay seeing the guard::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: walking down the corridor heading for the repair bay :: 
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Mumbling to himself looking over the pad::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Follows Cisab keeping an eye on him as they near the craft.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Standing in the door way of the repair bay:: Cisab: So we meet again ::Tries to do an evil laugh, but fails miserably::
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::walking to the repair bay, she is looking over a PADD::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
Guard: Excuse me, I'm looking for an Ensign Cisab, I was told to come here, sir
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: steps into the repair bay behind the OPS officer
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Rechecking her medical supplies and equipment for the mission.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
:: Tosses her bag over her shoulder and walks over to the shuttle::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Turns and looks as Joey and the crew begin to arrive:: CO: Good to see you as well
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Overseeing the supplies being loaded onto the shuttle in the bay as the staff trickle in.::
CNS_Lt_Shirley says:
::walks toward the shuttle trying to get there in time::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CO: good to see you. I hope you had a relaxing time on Risa.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Rolls her eyes:: Cisab: Sure sure, I bet your as happy to see me, and I am to see you ::smiles::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Zips his duffle bag of all the necessary equipment and awaits the next phase of this mission.::
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Satisfied with the loading of the supplies and the securing of the cargo hatch goes to the main bay area where the crew is assembling.::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
<Guard> FCO: May I have your Identification, please? ::holds out a pad::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
CO: I'm always glad to see my friends from the Ganymede .::Laughs loudly::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Gives a small frown:: Cisab: can I board?
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::she puts the PADD she was reading away in her bag and focuses her attention on Cisab::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: standing in the back of the crowd eyeing Cisab :: wondering what he's up to now :: 
CNS_Lt_Shirley says:
::finds the shuttle and waits::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::relinquishes his thumb for scanning:: Guard: Of course <Guard> FCO: Thank you, sir, Mr. Cisab is that way...
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Raises an eyebrow when Cisab laughs.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
CO: Of course, but I wouldn't touch anything. She has a few…lets just say modifications.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Cringes as Cisab bursts out and thinks.:: Self: His head would make a welcome addition in this bag as I have 7 others.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::enters the hangar to meet up with the rest of the crew::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
Cisab: Fun..:: lowers her head and enters, and tries to find a seat::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
All: Sir, Ma'am ::nodding to everyone::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Prepares to enter the shuttle when he is told to.::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::enters the shuttle::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
:Stands just inside the door:: ALL: Welcome aboard, I have all the gear you'll need stored aft.
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: walks in and sits down near the front keeping my eyes peeled on the ensign :: 
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Enters the shuttle and brushes a finger just a few centimeters above the arm of the chair he is going to sit in.::
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::enters the shuttle and finds a seat and sits down::
CNS_Lt_Shirley says:
::just watches everyone as I enter and find a seat ::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Sits down in the front::  XO: Do I have to order you to trust me...
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::finds the nearest empty seat and sits down quietly::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CO: Its not you I don’t' trust. I trust you implicitly
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Finds a seat and tests the safety harness, knowing that with Cisab one may need it on a moment’s notice.::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Straps in and prepares for takeoff.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
XO: Then trust me enough to trust Cisab...I trust him.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Steps inside, opens a compartment and grabs another pad:: CO: Here's some information, . You'll have time to study it enrooted. But I will give you the condensed version.
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::gets ready for the takeoff::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Takes the pad and listens::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CO: Very well.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Listens as Cisab briefs the Captain.::
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Focuses on Cisab and watches his speech and his mannerisms and studies the others' reactions to him.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
All: First, I need all of you to give me your Starfleet communication badges.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::looks at the rest of the crew while strapping himself in, then focuses on the Ensign and the CO::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: looks suspiciously :: Ens: Why?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: You won't be needing them.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Takes off her badge and hands it over::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: does the same with some reservation :: 
CNS_Lt_Shirley says:
:;takes off badge and hands it over::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Looks at Cisab.:: That's not standard Fleet regulation, Ens.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: You'll be issued a less traceable form of communication.
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::reluctantly hands Cisab her commbadge::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Begins collecting the badges::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::takes off his badge and looks at it then hands it over reluctantly::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Hears the explanation and reluctantly complies.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Gets up:: All: He knows what he's doing, and I don't want to hear another word about...understood?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Opens a small box and passes out a non descript patch:
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: nods to the captain :: 
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Knows she should have implanted the staff with nondescript tags/communicators sub dermally.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Sits down with out saying another word::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::looks at the CO and nodds::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
CO: Begging your pardon, Captain, but if it seems fishy, I'm going to say so. So permission to speak freely?
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::not saying a word::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Holds up one  of the patches and shows it to the group:: ALL Just place it anywhere on your clothing like this.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
CTO: request denied.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
Action: The patch fades from site as he places it on his chest::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: puts it where his commbadge used to be :: 
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL : I'm sure I don't have to tell you this mission is classified
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::takes one and puts it on::
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::puts her "patch" where her commbadge was::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::watching the patch disappears::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Takes the patch and places it where his commbadge was. Easier to use. Also what he's used to.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: We will be entering a system and a planet that is technically Cardassian territory
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::After clenching her commbadge hands it over in exchange for one of the "patches" and places it on one of her shoulders.::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: his eyes go wide :: Ens: excuse me....
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Makes a few mental notes::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Perks up at the mention of Cardassians.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: If you would take the helm, We'll get under way.
CNS_Lt_Shirley says:
::watches everything::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::stands up and moves to the front:: ENS: Yes, Mr. Cisab
Host ENS_Cisab says:
COM: SB12: Shuttle Freebird ready for departure.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::puts the settings to how he is used to::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: sits back not sure what to think of this mission into cardassian space :: 
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Pales.:: All: Cardassian?
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
ENS: You still haven’t told me where we are going, sir. What heading should I enter?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: This is a search and rescue mission. but with a few minor problems to overcome.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
Cisab: Shall I assume we are going to loose these uniforms too? or is this not undercover?
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ens: what sorta problems...
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: The course is plotted for you.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
CO: Yes Captain, I've seen to your wardrobe, We'll have time for that.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
Action; The FCO gets no response from the helm as he taps the console.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Cisab: Sounds like a Black OPS mission.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
Cisab: they better have gotten me the right size...CTO: I think that’s what this is too.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::after getting no response:: ENS: I' still locked out, sir.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Cisab/ CO: But why us?
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
Cisab: Will my knowledge and handiwork at disguise be needed?
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
CTO: Cause we just seem to get along so well with the Ens, were the only ones that can put up with him ::smiles::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: I'm sorry. Computer: Release helm control Cisab Diablo 4 alpha 36
Host ENS_Cisab says:
Action: Computer beeps acknowledgement::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::taps the console again to pull up the flight plan::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: sits back listening and taking everything in.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
Action: SB_OPS signals clearance to depart and bay doors open.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::pulls up the pre plotted course and sees its flight plan directed into cardassian space:: ENS: Ready for departure.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: Take us out.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::slowly taking them out of the hangar:: ALL: Engaging engines now.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Hears the FCO and braces.::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: sits back and watches out the side window :: 
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Takes a seat at the engineering console, and taps the display.
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: sits back contemplating his life :: Ens: is there anything more you can divulge to us so we're not going in blind?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: There's a replicator and a small sleeping area in the rear
Host ENS_Cisab says:
XO: Give me second and I'll tell you everything I know
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ensign: very well. 
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::clears the hangar and enters open space:: COM: SB12: Shuttle Freebird cleared the hangar, thank you for your guidance, Freebird out
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: Take us up to maximum warp slowly, I have an adjustment to make.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: As they are under way he gets up and goes to the replicator and orders a raktajino and comes back to his seat.::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
ENS: Slowly to maximum warp, aye.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Continues to monitor the display::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: looks around trying to get a sense of the crews reaction :: 
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::brings the engine up to full impulse::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Sits down and buckles in holding the raktajino away from him with the announcement of an adjustment.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: Try to get comfortable, it's a long trip
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::slowly continues to increase speed to warp 1... 1.5 ... 2 ...2.5 ...::
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::quickly gets an iced tea from the replicator and sits down::
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Leans over her chair toward the CO.:: CO: Captain, may we read the info after you?  ::Motioning to the pad.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Leans back, and uses her bag as a foot rest:: CMO: nock yourself out :: passes the padd back::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: Very good, ::Makes an adjustment and the ship and the hum of the engines changes and  the shuttle goes to 9.88::
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Reaches for the Pad.:: CO: Thank-you Captain.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
ENS: We are at warp 2.5 continue to increase. ::slowly continues to increase speed to warp 3... 3.5 ... 4 ...4.5 ...::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Looks over at the FCO: FCO: That should trim a little time off our trip.
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: feels the shudder of the increase in speed :: 
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::she drags out the PADD she was reading before boarding::
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Goes to the replicator pad in hand scrolling and orders a cup of plomeek soup cold.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::Closes her eyes:: Cisab: Wake me when we get there ens...
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Feels the smooth acceleration adjustment and looks at the arm of his chair for a cup holder. Finding it he takes a sip and places the cup in the cup holder.::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
:checks the new settings and agrees:: ENS: Yes, sir, I think about 5-6 hours at  maximum warp
Host ENS_Cisab says:
CO: The intel I have says the crash site is in a very remote area.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
Cisab: And? ::yawns::
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Returns to her seat and fastens her safety harness and places the cup of soup in the secure holder and glances around the cabin before beginning to read the padd.::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ensign: Crash site? maybe you should bring us all up to speed
Host ENS_Cisab says:
FCO: I think you'll find we can go about 24hrs before we have to ease off a bit.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Pulls out his padd and reads it. Sipping at the raktajino while he digests important information.::
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
Self: My crew needs to be more patient...all in good time ::grins::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Looks up at the XO:: McDonald: You read the Mission orders?
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: looks to the captain and smiles :: Ensign: yes I did but I would personally like more info you've got it.
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Mentally notes that the Captain appears to be very tired lately and sleeping at odd moments even in front of the rest of the staff, however disregards it at the moment considering all she has gone through and what is likely to occur now and knows that at least she is sleeping when she has the chance however inopportune or odd it may be.::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
ENS: We are at warp 5 continue to increase. ::slowly continues to increase speed to warp 5.5 ... 6.5 ... 7.5 ...8.5 ...:: Confirmed sir, reaching maximum warp now...
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
::Settles into the seat reading the padd and sipping her soup.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: There were 6 delegates aboard the shuttle.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
:: Hears the word delegates and begins to wonder what political ramifications this is going to have.::
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
ENS: Confirmed, sir
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: It was a secret meeting with the Cardassians and the splinter group
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: We don't know what went wrong. A rescue team went in after them, and we lost all contact with them as well.
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ensign: Sounds like someone didn't want them coming out of that meeting alive.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Cisab: Splinter group? What plants do the 6 delegates represent?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: The delegates were Starfleet and civilian negotiators.
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ens: what was the meaning of this meeting?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: I suspect they were SF intelligence as well
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::listens to the ENS but keeps an eye on the helm::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
XO: They were to try to negotiate a cease fire between the Cardassians and the inhabitants of the planetoid.
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Cisab: This just keeps sounding better by the minute. Looks like I get to use those Merc skills.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: The Cardassian home world suddenly took an interest in this out of the way settlement
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ens: and do we know what went wrong??
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: They are mostly resettled cardassians from the war.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::keeps listening to the ENS as he taps the console for minor adjustments::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Cisab: So we don't know if it's Central Intelligence or one of the splinter factions on Cardassia that is drumming up the dissent.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
CTO: It's suspected that the splinter group may have taken the delegates hostage as a bargaining chip, but your correct we really don't know
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Cisab: Thank you for that. Now I have a broader range to search in.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: We still have about 20 days travel. We'll have time to go over the details of our plan thoroughly.
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ens: 20 days? how many beds are back there?
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::looks at the flight pan and thinks .... its more like 21 days::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
XO: There are 5 bunks back there. Ever heard of "hot racking"?
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
Cisab: Ensign, these are Cardassians in Cardassian space, what jurisdiction or right does Starfleet or the Federation have here?
OPS_Cmdr_Ashworth says:
::smiles slightly::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Looks to the CMO with some concern and speaks to be sure all can hear:: CMO: We have none. We cannot be  detected by the Cardassians
CMO_LtCmdr_Aria says:
Cisab: So we are risking an outright war with the Cardassians and Command approves?  ::Raising eyebrows at the dis logic.::
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: If we are caught, Starfleet will have no knowledge of our mission.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
CMO: I'm afraid we are risking more if we do not find out what happened.
FCO_LtJG_Huang says:
::thinking to himself "here is something to look forward to":
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ensign: so you mean SF will disavow any knowledge of us?
Host ENS_Cisab says:
ALL: Go over the mission plan, and try get comfortable.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
::Stands:: CO: How about a nice replicated dinner? ::Gestures to the rear compartment::
CTO_Lt_Ashworth says:
Self: Just like my last assignment with the PD on Earth.
Host ENS_Cisab says:
XO: You got it Cmdr.
Host CO_Captain_Matisse says:
::nods and stands:: Cisab: with pleasure. :: heads to the back::
XO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Ensign: that doesn't give me great comfort but okay.

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