Host AGM_Selan says:
U.S.S. Paula Greene Stardate 10011.04 "Worthless" Episode One

Cast of Characters

CO Cromwell:		AGM Dave
XO Amendoeira:		AGM Sergio
OPS Owens:		AGM Chris N.
CMO Amendoeira:	AGM Karri
CEO Hull:			AGM John G.
CSO Raal:			PR Eric
CTO Ryan:			PR Darlene
Relief FCO, Ferengi,
Mai, Transporter Chief	AGM Mike Jones

Host AGM_Selan says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Ryan says:
::On the Bridge at the Tactical station monitoring long-range sensors and short-range sensors::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::In the Big Chair on the Bridge::

CSO_Raal says:
::At science I, monitoring scientific sensors of the region::

OPS_Owens says:
::At OPS monitoring communications channels::

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Sir, we've arrived at the Klingon Border, beginning patrol.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Yellow alert.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Sitting at her desk in her office just off of sickbay, reading through the current orders again, with a frown::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps console activating yellow alert::

CEO_Hull says:
:: In Main Engineering, at the CEO console monitoring the Main EPS and overlooking the duty engineer's activities::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up and puts the report down::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Sitting next to the CO::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Sir, there seems to be some ionic activity in the region.  Records indicate an ion storm passed through here about three hours ago.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Continues monitoring long-range sensors::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: Sensors to maximum.  Report anything, no matter how insignificant it may seem.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Increases scientific sensor sensitivity to maximum::

OPS_Owens says:
::Diverts required energy to the sensor system::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Stands up and checks on her staff, making sure that everything was set::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Captain, long-range sensors are picking up a Ferengi Freighter, dead-stopped two systems from our present location.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO/CTO: Adjust shields to compensate for any ionic residue.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Adjusts shields::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Raises eyebrow::

CEO_Hull says:
::Directs the influx of additional personnel reporting for duty in Main Engineering due to the yellow alert to their duty stations::

CSO_Raal says:
CTO: That reading is confirmed.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Notes that the OPS officer was on time for his shift::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Adjusts sensors for ionic residue::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Looks up at the CSO.  Thinks: Who asked him to confirm?::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Take a report handed to her by the nurse::  <Nurse Angel> Thanks, I totally forgot about it.  My mind was elsewhere.  ::Smiles::

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Shall I change course to intercept the Ferengi Freighter?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: Is the ship hailing us or transmitting a distress call?

CEO_Hull says:
*OPS* Shields at 100%, defense shields operational.

OPS_Owens says:
::Checks COM signals::  CO: I'm not receiving any distress signal of any kind, Sir.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
*CEO* Lieutenant, if you are not in dire need at the moment, you have a physical scheduled.

OPS_Owens says:
*CEO* Acknowledged, Chief and thank you.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: In the back of the CEO's head, he can swear he hears a bolt of lightning as the CMO calls him for a physical.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir, Engineering reports shields at 100%.

CEO_Hull says:
*CMO* As soon as I get the duty watch in place, Doctor.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Long-range scan of the vessel, any damage or life signs?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Should we hail them, Sir?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Very good.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Aye, Sir, scanning.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
*CEO* I will see you when you get here then.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: We'll see.  I have no love for the Ferengi.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Me either.  Which is exactly why I'd like to ask them what they are doing this far out.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Long-range sensors can’t make out life signs.  However, the ships seem moderately damaged.  I recommend we try to get closer.

OPS_Owens says:
::Wonders what kind of Starfleet officer this Captain is::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Ferengi: Short, greedy, butt headed species::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Sir, the ship also is leaking plasma.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Sets up for the CEO's physical::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir, might I remind you of Starfleet protocols in this matter.

CEO_Hull says:
Ensign Tiller: I will be in Sickbay for my physical, call me if you need me.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Mind your station, Mister.

CEO_Hull says:
<Ensign Tiller> CEO: Understood, Sir.  ::Grins at the CEO::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Move us closer to them, don't change speed.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Turns back to his console::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Hail them.

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Aye, Sir. ::Readjusts course:: CO: ETA, 13 minutes.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Let me know when you get better readings.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Tugs on his uniform, before communications are opened::

OPS_Owens says:
COM: Ferengi:  Ferengi vessel, this is the Federation Starship USS Paula Greene.  May we be of assistance?

CEO_Hull says:
::Exits Main Engineering and heads for the nearest turbolift heading for Sickbay::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Aye, Sir, I'll keep my sensors peeled.

Host Noig says:
@ ::Mumbles as they are hailed by the previously undetected Federation vessel:: Well, perfect.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Hums quietly under her breath, Sickbay fairly quiet at the moment::

CEO_Hull says:
::Arrives on deck 12 and heads down the corridor to Sickbay::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: We'll need a tactical work up on the Ferengi vessel, if you please.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
OPS: Are we in range for visual yet?

OPS_Owens says:
XO: Aye, Sir.  ::Checking the COM system for malfunctions, wondering why there is a lack in reply::

Host Noig says:
@ ::Motions his OPS officer to open the channel, but to zoom in on his face for a great close up of his teeth:: COM: Paula Greene: This is the F.M.S. IRS.  We're fine, thank you.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps console accessing the Federation database on the Ferengi Freighter::

CEO_Hull says:
::Enters Sickbay:: CMO: Doctor, Isaac Hull, reporting for my physical.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks at the Ferengi’s teeth::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up as the CEO walks in::  CEO: Welcome.

OPS_Owens says:
::Is slightly startled by the sudden large face on the screen::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Motions him over to the biobed::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Winces at the sight of the Ferengi::

CSO_Raal says:
::Notices the image on the screen::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Welcome aboard the Paula Greene.

CEO_Hull says:
::Hesitantly walks over to the biobed and hops up.

Host Noig says:
@ ::Puts on his best smile, the yellow, possibly decaying teeth revealed fully::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: The computer has located the files on the Ferengi Freighter.  It is rather outdated; two forward disruptors, one torpedo launcher, not a big threat.

OPS_Owens says:
::Wonders which race is worse in this galaxy  the Ferengi, the Bajorans or the Klingons::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks somewhat disgusted at the screen::

CSO_Raal says:
::Thinks that guy needs to lay off the sweets and see a dentist::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks at him::  CEO: Why the hesitancy?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Ferengi: Our sensors indicate that you have been damaged.  We are not doing anything important if you need help.  ::Grins::  By the way, what are you doing so far from normal trade routes?

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: Thank you, Doctor.  This should be the prime of my career.  I was never one for visiting Doctors.  ::Grins::

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks: That was rather diplomatic of the Captain::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Picks up a Detronal scanner and takes a sample::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Very good, confirm that data with new scans.  I know how they like to update things.

Host Noig says:
@ COM: Paula Greene: CO: We had a bit of a run in with an ion storm, but no problems, we're quite well.  Should be fixed up soon and on our way.

OPS_Owens says:
::Adjusts the COM signal slightly::

CSO_Raal says:
::Scans the ship for ionic residue::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps console comparing the scans to the database::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Prime, in what way?  As for visiting, I like visitors especially when they are healthy.  ::Checks the sample with his previous records::

Host Noig says:
@ COM: Paula Greene: CO: And, we're not on a trading expedition currently. ::Pleasant smile:: I'm sure your great big starship has other deeds to do, so carry on.  ::Prepares to cut the channel::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Ferengi: Very well.  USS Paula Greene, out.

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks: As always the Ferengi are up to something::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Motions for OPS to cut the channel::

Host Noig says:
@::Cuts channel::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: I need some readings, Lieutenant.

OPS_Owens says:
::Cuts the channel::  CO: Channel closed, Sir.

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: A posting to a Galaxy class starship is a great assignment, especially as a Chief Engineer, 42 decks,

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Captain, now I really think we should pay them a visit or at least go in for a closer look.

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: We've arrived at the Ferengi Freighter, Sir.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: Take Science II and see what you can see.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I'm scanning the IRS's hull.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: In comparing the recent scans of the freighter to our database, there have been no upgrades performed on this freighter.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: All stop.  Keep us out of weapons range.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Makes a note in his file, then with a hand on his shoulder, gently encourages him to lie back::  CEO: Ahh  never thought about it.  Seems like more work for the medical staff.  ::Smiles::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Gets up and moves to Science 2::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Any medical conditions I should know about?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Thank you.  Good work.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: My readings confirm they had a run-in with an ion storm.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO: Mr. Raal, focus on life signs, I'll focus on technological artifacts.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: You're welcome, Sir.  ::Looks down at the monitor::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Turns on the biobed sensors then picks up a medical tricorder making the appropriate adjustments::

CSO_Raal says:
XO: Aye, Sir.

CEO_Hull says:
::Leans back and gets comfortable on the biobed:: CMO: Nothing to note, that I am aware of except for that episode we encountered before leaving on this mission.

OPS_Owens says:
::Keeps an ear open on all known Ferengi channels::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Work up a data packet report for Starfleet with the information we have on this ship and send it off.

OPS_Owens says:
::Nods at the CO and begins preparing the packet::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I read 32 Ferengi and 101 other non-Ferengi life forms.  Trying to itemize.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Runs the scanner along him::  CEO: What episode is that?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Logs on to the station and calls up short-range sensor readings::

OPS_Owens says:
::Sends the data stream back to the nearest relay station::  CO: Information away, Sir.

CEO_Hull says:
::Looks unbelieving:: Doctor, the visions where of several officers I saw doing things that seemed peculiar.  I shutdown the warp core, believing that it was about to go critical, but in reality everything was normal.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Sir, scans reveal the non-Ferengi appear to be Z’Karians.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Enters the data into his file::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Finds nothing of interest on technological artifacts and lets the CSO handle the life signs::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Z’Karians?  I'm not familiar with them.  Who are they?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Equally curious::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up at him with a sadness in her eyes::  CEO: So, you experienced that as well.  ::Looks briefly away::  Not everyone did.  ::Under her breath:: Thank the spirits. 

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Are the life signs all in one spot?

CSO_Raal says:
::Looks up Xenological library on LCARS::  CO: One moment, Sir. 

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: Well, I wouldn’t call it a revelation or anything but it disturbed me a great deal, in light that I had just taken my position, my subordinates have been looking at me strangely.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Takes a deep breath, then returns to taking a few samples::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Waits patiently for his efficient crew to report::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir, I remember reading something about a Z'Karian uprising on the planet Z'Kar.  I believe the Seleya was investigating at one time.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Hmmm…they might at that.  However, a report was sent around so they should know what happened in general, if not to whom.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Something to do with ill treatment by their government.

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: How long have you been onboard the Paula Greene?

CSO_Raal says:
OPS: You're partially correct.

OPS_Owens says:
::Waits patiently for the specifics from the CSO::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Looks up and raises an eyebrow, continues to monitor the sensors::

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: Perhaps it is just my insecurity with a new position and responsibility.  ::Shrugs::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Since her launch and renaming dedication.  I came aboard with my husband and two children.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: About the Z'Karians, they are a race located on the planet Z'Kar.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Stands and turns to the CSO::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Moves back to the XO's chair as he listens to the CSO::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Z'Kar had petitioned to join the Federation, but the Council had some issues with its slavery.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Writes down the biobed scans::  CEO: You can sit up.

CEO_Hull says:
::Sits up and dangles his legs over the side of the biobed::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: The Seleya, under orders from Starfleet Command investigated but couldn't find any hard evidence.  Their application was granted.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: That is totally understandable, especially if this is your dream assignment that you have worked hard for.  But…  ::She looks up into his eyes with a smile::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: What are the Z'Karians doing with the Ferengi?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
OPS: Lieutenant, request the Seleya's logs on this mission from Starfleet Command.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Realize this, you would not have been chosen for the position if you were not competent and capable.

OPS_Owens says:
::Nods at the XO::  XO: Acknowledged.  ::Begins requesting the required information::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Glad that the XO was thinking along the same lines::

CEO_Hull says:
::Smiles:: CMO: Yes, Doctor, thank you.  That is exactly what I have been telling myself.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: That's what I intend to find out.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Should we hail them again, Sir?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Hail them again at your earliest convenience.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Well Lieutenant, I can give you a clean bill of health.  You still need to see the Counselor so set up an appointment with her.  ::Steps back from the bed::

OPS_Owens says:
::Sends off the previous request and opens a channel::  CO: Channel open, Sir.  ::Hits a few more keys::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Ferengi: Sorry to bother you again, but I was wondering why you had a number of Z’Karians aboard your vessel?

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: Thank you, Doctor Amendoeira.  I will do that.  ::Rubs his beard::  I will attend to it immediately.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Again, welcome aboard.  Don't be a stranger.  Oh and… ::Runs a hand along her own jaw::  Don't let that beard get too much longer.  The Captain might object.

Host Noig says:
@ ::Sighs:: COM: Paula Greene: CO: You mean the refugees, Captain?  We're taking them to safety within Ferengi space.  I thought you would be aware of this, considering Grand Nagus Rom was so pleased to help them in this fashion and I just KNOW your council is in contact with the Nagus all the time.

CSO_Raal says:
::Thinks: Refugees?::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Raises eyebrow thinking: Refugees?::

OPS_Owens says:
::Thought the entire crew was Z'Karian::

CSO_Raal says:
::Thinks: Too bad I can't read Ferengi minds::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Looks at the Ferengi questioningly::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Whispers::  XO: Try to confirm that with Starfleet.

CSO_Raal says:
::Runs a scan on the Z'Karians on the ship::

CEO_Hull says:
CMO: I will not Doctor, thank you.  ::Rubs his beard again:: A long-standing Naval tradition Doctor, my namesake was the third Captain of the USS Constitution, a Frigate of the then American Navy.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks at the CO then shrugs.  Turns to his console and types a message to OPS::  OPS: Can you verify this?

Host Noig says:
@ COM: Paula Greene: CO: Now, as we stated, we do not need your help, humon, so continue on.  ::Waves him off::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Chuckles::  CEO: I am all for traditions   ::Gives him an old military salute::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Smiles at the Ferengi:: COM: IRS: Ferengi: May I speak with one of the refugees?

OPS_Owens says:
::Beginning to lean more towards Ferengi as the galaxy's slime::

Host Noig says:
@ COM: Paula Greene: ::Rolls eyes:: CO: Sure, why not?  One moment. ::Disappears off screen, giving them relief from the sight of his teeth::

CEO_Hull says:
::Smiles back:: CMO: As you were.  My family's ancestors have served in the Navy and Starfleet for quite sometime, I’m just carrying on the family name.
Thank you Doctor, I best get back to Engineering

CSO_Raal says:
::Can't find anything out of the ordinary  yet::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Walks with him to the door:: CEO: My family well, let’s just say we are starting a new tradition.

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks he could transport over a case of toothpaste::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Waits for the Ferengi::

Host Noig says:
@ ::Comes back over:: COM: Paula Greene: CO: Here you go.  ::Steps off screen and a teenage Z’Karian comes onscreen::

Host Noig says:
@ <Mai> COM: Paula Greene: ::Looks around questioningly:: CO: Ye..yes?

CEO_Hull says:
::Nods:: CMO: Understood ::Looks around the room and into the corridor:: A great beginning! Good day, Doctor!

OPS_Owens says:
::Wonders why a teenager instead of an adult::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Frowns::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Looks up at the screen at a very young Z'Karian::

CSO_Raal says:
::Looks at the screen::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
CEO: Good.  ::As the CEO goes one direction, she turns to the other::

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks: It is probably because he would be easier threatened but for what?::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Z’Karian: Hello, my name is Aldrin Cromwell of the USS Paula Greene.  We're a Starfleet vessel that came to the aid of the Ferengi vessel.  The Ferengi all seem to be busy, so I wanted to ask you if you were all right and if your people were all right?

Host Noig says:
@ <Mai> COM: Paula Greene: CO: We're tired and a bit hungry, despite the uh   well, whatever it is they serve us.  ::A few Ferengi grunts of annoyance in the background::  But yeah, we're fine.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Takes the nearest turbolift to the Bridge::  Bridge.

CEO_Hull says:
::Enters the turbolift and heads for Main Engineering:: Deck 36.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Z’Karian: May I ask your name?

Host Noig says:
@ <Mai> COM: Paula Greene: CO: Mai.

CSO_Raal says:
::Thinks: Seems like he's telling the truth::

OPS_Owens says:
::Looks up the Z'Karian name in the databanks::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Mai: Nice to meet you, Mai.  Are your parents available to talk to or an adult?

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Steps onto the Bridge and looks at the view screen::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Moves closer to the CO and whispers:: CO: Sir, let's see how the Ferengi reacts to an offer by us to take the refugees from his hands.  We must have better accommodations for them than the Ferengi.  ::Grins::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir, Starfleet doesn't have any records of this boy.

Host Noig says:
@ <Mai> ::Pauses:: COM: Paula Greene: CO: My parents are dead, Sir.  There are a few adults around.

CEO_Hull says:
::Exits the turbolift and heads towards the doors to Main Engineering::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Nods at the XO::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: There could be many reasons for this, Sir.  After all he is a refugee and could have been born away from Z'Kar.

CSO_Raal says:
::Double-checks the Z'Karians aboard::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Thank you.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Mai: May I speak with one of them?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: Were you able to confirm this refugee thing with Starfleet?

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks at the young Z'Karian curiously.  She has not come across his race before::

CEO_Hull says:
::Enters Main Engineering and receives a status report from the duty engineer::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Not yet, Sir. 

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Sir, I think he may be misleading us on how many adults are there.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: That ship has 65 Z'Karian adults and 37 children and teens.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Turns to OPS::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Turns to the CSO:: I was just going to ask you if you sensed anything.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks over at the CSO::

OPS_Owens says:
::Checks:: XO: Nothing yet, Sir.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Still waiting for an adult Z’Karian::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I had my suspicions.

Host Noig says:
@ <Mai> ::Heads off screen::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Sense anything else?

Host Noig says:
@ ::Comes back on screen:: COM: Paula Greene: CO: Captain, I believe you wanted to speak to one of the refugees and you have, however, we have repaired our engines and will be continuing on our way.  If you have problems with this, consult your council.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: That last reading was from sensors.  ::Blankly stares at the screen::

OPS_Owens says:
::Feels slightly frustrated at this entire thing  not exactly sure why::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Walks over to the medical station and leans against it watching the proceedings::

CSO_Raal says:
::Reaches out to the Z'Karians aboard::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Ferengi: We are indeed consulting the Federation Council on this.  However, I have a proposal for you.

Host Noig says:
@ ::Quirks mouth:: COM: Paula Greene: CO: And that would be?

OPS_Owens says:
::Resends the request to Starfleet Command this time with an "Urgent" stamp mark::

CEO_Hull says:
Ensign Tiller: Have an Engineering detail inspect the antimatter injection reactors on deck 40, I am getting some fluctuations in the output readings.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Ferengi:  I'm sure that the Z’Karian refugees are a drain on your expense account as well as your shipboard resources.  I propose that we take them off your hands and deliver them for you.  It would save you great expense and you would be free to find profit elsewhere.

CEO_Hull says:
<Ens. Tiller>: Aye, Sir. :: points to a couple of Ensigns and a Chief standing by the Master Situation Monitor and they head out::

OPS_Owens says:
XO: Commander, I'm receiving a distress call.  ::Taps some keys::  Not exactly sure from where as yet.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
~~~XO: Perhaps they need medical assistance?~~~

OPS_Owens says:
XO: Sir, it seems to be an Antares class three freighter.  She's under attack by pirates.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Walks towards the Operations console and whispers:: OPS: Try to locate it.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Hears OPS and brings weapons online::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Captain, may I interject something, Sir?

Host Noig says:
@ COM: Paula Greene: CO: And I'd get in deep something or another with my command, I think not, Captain.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Yes?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Frowns:: CO: Captain  We have an incoming distress call.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: ::Whispers:: The Z'Karians have massive emotions aboard that vessel.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Looks like we’ve found our pirates.

OPS_Owens says:
XO: It seems to be at heading 231, mark 43, distance: two light-years.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Nods to the CSO::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: ::Whispers:: Everything from hope and fear to hatred and misery.

OPS_Owens says:
::Taps coordinates into NAV computer::  XO: Sir, it's along the Klingon border.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Moves to the CSO's console::  CSO: Keep that ship under your sensors for as long as you can .

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: IRS: Ferengi: Very well.  ::Shrugs::  It seems we are needed elsewhere.  Have a profitable day.

Host Noig says:
@ ::Nods:: COM: Paula Greene: CO: You as well, Captain.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Motions for OPS to cut the COM::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I am seeing images of forced labor.  Their government was enslaving them.  They worked all hours of the day until exhaustion and death.

OPS_Owens says:
::Closes the communication's channel to the Ferengi::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: It could be a deception, Sir, to draw our attention away from this freighter.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: As COM channels cease, the Ferengi freighter comes about and limps off at Warp One for Ferengi space.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Those emotions are not uncommon for refugees.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Set course for the distress call.  Warp nine.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Red Alert.

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Aye, Sir.

OPS_Owens says:
::Begins rerouting power for Red Alert conditions::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Brings ship to Red Alert status::

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> ::Sets course, warp nine, waits for order::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
~~~CMO: Thanks, Auri.  Seems like we are needed elsewhere.  I have asked the CSO to keep a tab on that ship, just in case~~~

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Engage.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Raises shields and re-checks weapons::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Paula Greene jumps to warp, rushing toward the distress call.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Is used to the first shift FCO just doing things without needing the "engage" order::

CEO_Hull says:
::Reroutes all primary and secondary EPS and spreads the load throughout the ship::

CMO_Amendoeira says:
~~~XO: He won't be able to, much longer.  I guess if we have another distress call, I should head back down to medical~~~

CSO_Raal says:
::Tries to keep the Ferengi on sensors::

CEO_Hull says:
::Shuts down all non-essential sub-systems::

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Arriving at distress call location, Sir.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods at his wife:: ~~~CMO: Take care love ~~~

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Paula Greene drops out of warp in a system with three planets and an asteroid belt.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Drop to impulse.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Locate the freighter.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Aye, Sir, locating.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: Any threats yet, Lieutenant?

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Smiles and turns to head back down to Sickbay::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Scans the area for the freighter::  XO: Not yet, Sir.

CEO_Hull says:
::Heads for the Bridge::

OPS_Owens says:
*CEO* Is everything ready for combat, Chief?

CSO_Raal says:
CO: That Ferengi will be out of range in nine minutes.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Picking up one Orion vessel on my scanners.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Understood.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I read an Antares Class III freighter in the vicinity.

CEO_Hull says:
*OPS* All systems show ready for red alert, I am on my way to the Bridge

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Mumbles:: Orions, humph!

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks: (All-be-it late) they could have programmed a probe to follow the Ferengi::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: Keep it under eye.   CO: Sir, we've located the attackers.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: It's very badly damaged.  CAPTAIN!  That Orion is transporting things off the freighter!

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Move to intercept the Orions and cover the Freighter.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: They've picked us up, moving away.  Just warped out.  Warp 7.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Target the Orion's engines.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Enters sickbay, which is unusually quiet today::

CEO_Hull says:
::Arrives on the Bridge and activates Engineering One console:: XO: Engineering now controlled through Bridge console, Sir.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: It's heading is into Klingon space.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Frowns:: We should beam up any survivors from the freighter and follow the Orion ship. 

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: Scan the freighter.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Attempts target lock::

OPS_Owens says:
::Begins to lock onto any survivors::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: Prepare an away team to the freighter.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: Belay that.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I'm trying to keep a sensor lock on that Orion ship on last known vector.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Sir, the Orion ship is out of range of the targeting scanners.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Beam the freighters survivors aboard, quickly.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Saucer separation?  Aye, Sir.   ::Begins transport::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: Three survivors, in severe condition, are beamed over to the transporter room of the Paula Greene.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Goes through records, hoping it stays quiet and begins to go through records, updating them and setting appointments were needed::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Prepare to pursue the Orions at warp nine.

OPS_Owens says:
::Finishes receiving the last one::  XO: Received the last one Commander.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Engage.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
<Transporter Chief> *Bridge* Sir, these men are badly wounded.  Beaming them directly to Sickbay.

Host AGM_Selan says:
<Transporter Chief> ::Immediately beams the trio to Sickbay::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Drop a marker buoy near the freighter.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up as she gets an emergency beam in::  Dang!

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Has the Paula Greene jump to warp 9 after the Orion Vessel::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CMO* Lieutenant, three injured people coming your way.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir, launching buoy.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: Buoy is launched and left by the freighter just as they jump to warp.

CMO_Amendoeira says:
::Calls in her various teams and sets them to working on two of the Bolians while she and Angel work on the third::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: I still have the Orions in long-range sensors.

Host AGM_Selan says:
<FCO> CO: Just to let you know Sir, we ARE pursuing them into Klingon space.

Host AGM_Selan says:
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