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Star Trek: A Call To Duty - Wide Storyline VI - JOURNEY'S END
 
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U.S.S. Paula Greene Stardate 10112.01 "The Pearl" Part One [of Two]

Host FM_Selan says:
"The lusts and greeds of the body scandalize the Soul; but it has to come to heel." 
	- Logan Pearsall Smith
  
Cast of Characters:

Bryan Paveza as Captain Jafo Madred [CO]
Sergio Amendoeira as Commander Tealk Amendoeira [XO]
Karriaunna Scotti as Commander T’salea [CSO]
Darlene Wise as Lieutenant Junior Grade Sarina Ryan [CTO]
Cheryl O'Quinn as Lieutenant Junior Grade Tari Richardson [CNS]
Jim O’Quinn as Lieutenant Junior Grade Seamus O’Rourke [FCO] 

Michael Jones as S’Kona & Shinar

Guest Starring

Cathy Kampos as Ensign Symatica [SO]
Anna Marie Novick as Ensign Tigs [TO]
Greg Lowis as Ensign Tereshova [OPS]
Sandy Prestedge as Ensign Kooky [EO]

Host FM_Selan says:
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Host CO_Madred says:
::adjusts the collar of his dress whites and practices his Vulcan greeting:: Self: Live long and peace life ... err ... Live long and peace out ... err ... Live long and prosper...

CNS_Richardson says:
::in her quarters, putting the finishing touches on her appearance::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::sitting at the Flight Controls console, checking the course ::

SO_Symatica says:
::walks onto the bridge nervously::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Standing on the Bridge at Tactical one monitoring the LRS::

TO_Tigs says:
:: at Tac second station, watching LRS.::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::sitting at the OPS console, running routine systems analyses::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles::

EO_Kooky says:
::at the Eng console on the bridge::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Comes up to her husband and adjusts the collar::  CO:  Live long and prosper.

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Paula Greene is en route to Risa with a Vulcan delegation who are silently discussing many topics in the ship's lounge.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::tugging at his dress white jacket, sitting on the PG's Big Chair::

TO_Tigs says:
:: leaves the bridge to go stand guard over the Vulcans in the lounge.::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::thinks whoever designed the new uniforms should be shot ::

SO_Symatica says:
:;takes her station::

Host CO_Madred says:
::smiles at her behind him in the mirror:: CSO: Peace and long ... something.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Watches as the TO leaves the Bridge and wonders where she is going::

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Do not try so hard.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::thinks that the standard Starfleet uniform of four years previously was the nicest of any uniform - dress or regular - that anyone spent five minutes coming up with::

Host CO_Madred says:
::winks;: CSO: Funny, that's not what you said last night.::turns and sweeps her into his arms::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back to the see the bridge crew::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::A smile lights up her eyes as she returns his hug::

CTO_Ryan says:
*TO* Ryan to Tigs.  Where are you going?

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Makes his way into the Lounge. Does a double take at all the Vulcans::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CO* : Captain... We really should make an appearance in the Lounge.. You about ready?

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Mumbles:: Who let in the pointy ears convention?

Host CO_Madred says:
::turns the hug into a passionate kiss:: CSO: What do you say we sneak out of this party early and go for a stroll in the arboretum. I could have security seal off the deck.

TO_Tigs says:
*CTO* : checking security on the Vulcans, Sir.:

SO_Symatica says:
::does a standard subroutine of the console::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::makes a minor course correcti0on ::

CTO_Ryan says:
*TO* Very well, however I would appreciate it if you would inform me of your intentions before hand.  Ryan, out.

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Hearing Tealk’s comm::  CO:  I do not think you will get out of this so easily my husband.  Keep the thought in mind for later though.

Host CO_Madred says:
::tries to speak while he's still kissing his wife, it comes out garbled:: *XO*: On my way, Commander Party-Pooper.

EO_Kooky says:
::runs standard diagnostics, making a note of minor adjustments that need to be made later::

Host CO_Madred says:
::lets her go and adjusts his dress jacket:: CSO: Do I look like a properly presentable waiter?

CNS_Richardson says:
::exits her quarters, and heads down the corridor to the turbolift::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles:: *CO* : Hey.. I'm just as happy as you are about this, but.. It's protocol... Meet you outside the Lounge in 5?

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::raises an eyebrow on overhearing the CO's Statement::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Slightly out of breath::  CO:  You look like the captain of a vessel.

TO_Tigs says:
:: scoffs at the CTO, she left him a message on console.::

SO_Symatica says:
::frowns slightly::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::frowns at the Captain's apparent breach of protocol, shrugs, and returns to his analyses::

Host CO_Madred says:
::arcs an eyebrow at his exasperating wife before turning and heading out the door:: CSO: Simple logic...::sarcastically::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Swiftly pins her braid back up into a bun::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Turns to follow:: CO:  You sought more?

CNS_Richardson says:
::enters the turbolift, and instructs it to the bridge::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::finally, gets up, and starts for the Nearest TL:: CTO : Miss Ryan.. You have the bridge...

SO_Symatica says:
::wonders what kind of ship she has gotten herself on::

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Aye, Sir.  Moves to the command chair after turning over tactical to Ensign Reyes::

TO_Tigs says:
:: Enters the lounge, casually looking around taking note of the area and the whereabouts of the Vulcan delegation.::

Host S`kona says:
::Walks over to the peculiar Vulcan man in the leather outfit:: Shinar: Mene sakkhet ur-seveh. ::V-sign with hand::

Host CO_Madred says:
::walks with her, not hand in hand as she always instructs him in front of the crew, and ignores the question:: CSO: You should wear your hair down more often, it really is very attractive.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::passes by the new SO:: SO : Don't worry... We're weird, but were friendly.. ::winks and smiles, then continues to the TL::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Stares at S'kona for a moment:: S'kona: Back at ya bud.

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  But impractical as a science officer.

Host S`kona says:
::Raises his eyebrow:: Shinar: Are you a resident here on the Paula Greene?

SO_Symatica says:
::looks startled::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Looks around:: S'kona: Something like that.

CNS_Richardson says:
::exits her turbolift, as it arrives at the bridge, and enters the bridge::

Host CO_Madred says:
::smirks at her out of the corner of his eye as they round a corner:: CSO: Perfectly practical as my wife, Commander.

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Mr. O'Rourke, what is our ETA to Risa?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::enters the TL:: Deck 10..

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  As I should be.  ::Hides the humor from her eyes as she looks around her at those passing them by.::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: One Day , 2 hours, standard

Host CO_Madred says:
::steps into a turbolift that some fresh-faced Ensign was nice enough to hold open for them:: TL: Ten forward... ::waits till the doors are closed and they are alone in the lift before reaching over behind her and tweaking her backside::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Thank you, Lt.

Host S`kona says:
Shinar: I see you express emotions. ::Typical Vulcan look of non-disapproval disapproval::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Blinks::  CO:  Definitely later.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> S'kona: Yeah? So what? What's it to you?

Host CO_Madred says:
::smiles knowingly at her:: CSO: You better believe it...

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::::steps out of the TL, walking slowly to the entrance of the Lounge::

CNS_Richardson says:
::looks around the bridge, a little surprised:: CTO: The CO and XO have already gone to the lounge?

Host CO_Madred says:
::tugs at his collar as he starts to get into 'show mode':: Self: Live long and prosper ... live long and prosper...

Host CO_Madred says:
::the turbolift arrives and he steps out followed by his wife, sees Tealk coming towards him::

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO: Mene sakkhet ur-seveh

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: I wonder what the Vulcan delegation will think of our "guest" Vulcan, Shinar?

TO_Tigs says:
:: Moves around the lounge with a Virgin pinacolata in her hand watching the room.::

Host S`kona says:
::Studies the peculiar Vulcan before him:: Shinar: Nothing. ::Turns abruptly and walks away to speak with another::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: Dunno, maybe they will want to have him Committed?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns around, pacing, just in time to see Madred coming. Straightens his tunic, and waits for him::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: We should be so lucky, Lt.

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods to Tealk::

Host CO_Madred says:
::glances back at Tsalea as he approaches Tealk:: CSO: What was that about sauerkraut?

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Puts his hands in his trench coat and looks around. Doesn't see any of the senior crew ... guessing that's good::

SO_Symatica says:
::satisfied that everything is running at optimal levels, she begins some standard scans::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: I agree, that would be lucky, but I have no idea of how things work on their world

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::smiles wide:: All  :Hello you two.. Ready for this?

CNS_Richardson says:
::grins slightly at the conversation between the FCO and CTO:: FCO, CTO: Perhaps they'll wish to analyze him ::grin widens::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Very logically, I would assume.  ::Grins::

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Peace and long life... help with your Vulcan.  ::Mischievous glance, before seriousness returns to her eyes.::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns to Tsalea:: CSO : You should let your hair down, Tsalea.. We're not "on duty"....

Host CO_Madred says:
::doesn't wait for a response from Tsalea, stops short of going through the door:: XO: Commander, it is an honor to meet you... ::extends his hand in a traditional Vulcan salute:: ...Live long and Prosper.

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: Perhaps, perhaps what they might see as logical we may not recognize as such though

CTO_Ryan says:
CNS: Perhaps, but I think they would probably do one of those Mind Meld things on him and he would infect the rest of the Vulcan population.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::raises his left eyebrow, then turns to Tsalea, grinning::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Lifts an eyebrow at Tealk::

Host CO_Madred says:
::turns to a waiter with a tray of food, extends his hand in a traditional Vulcan salute:: Waiter: Waiter, it is an honor to meet you ... Live Long and Prosper.

CNS_Richardson says:
::grins again, and sighs:: CTO: That wouldn't be so good; might start an interstellar incident

TO_Tigs says:
:: Raises an eyebrow  because everyone else is.::

Host S`kona says:
<Waiter> ::Looks at the CO:: CO: Uh ... understood, sir. An honor to meet you too.

Host CO_Madred says:
::turns back to the two of them:: CSO/XO: Okay, I think I got it down...

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles, and follows the CO:: CSO : He's trying...

CTO_Ryan says:
CNS: ::chuckles:: That's certain, Counselor.

CSO_Tsalea says:
XO:  He need not try so hard.  How is your health?

CNS_Richardson says:
::sighs again:: CTO: Well, I suppose I should head to the Lounge. ::stands, and tugs at her uniform, then heads back towards the turbolift::

Host CO_Madred says:
::gives his jacket collar a final tug before leading them through the door into the gathering::

CTO_Ryan says:
CNS: Acknowledged, Counselor, enjoy yourself.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Sees the CO, XO and ... T'salea enter:: Ah, bleedin' heck ... ::Tries to look for a place where he can "fade in." Ironic that in a room filled with Vulcans he stands out the most::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Follows slightly behind the captain.::

SO_Symatica says:
::greets her relief and decides to head down to the lounge::

CNS_Richardson says:
::nods back at the CTO as she enters the turbolift:: CTO: I'll try. ::spoken as the turbolift door closes behind her::

TO_Tigs says:
:: notes the Captain's arrival and heads for a spot near the door to watch.::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shrugs:: CSO : The doc released me with flying colors, so I’d think I’m ok...

CTO_Ryan says:
::Breaks out laughing:: FCO: Wait until the delegation gets a look at Shinar's clothing!

Host CO_Madred says:
::glances around for S’kona, spots him and heads his way:: S’kona: Ambassador S'Kona, I am Captain Madred. ::extends his hand in the traditional salute:: S'Kona: Live long and be Prosperous...

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods::

EO_Kooky says:
::turns the console over to her relief and heads for the TL::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::wonders about going down to the lounge when.. if.... his relief arrives::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::suppresses the giggle, and repeats the gesture:: S'Kona : Live long, and prosper.

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Stands quietly beside the captain and XO::

CNS_Richardson says:
::hums quietly as the turbolift proceeds to Deck 10::

CTO_Ryan says:
RTO Reyes: Keep your eyes glued to the LRS, Ensign.  Inform me of anything out of the ordinary.

Host S`kona says:
::Notes the Captain's failure to state it properly, but ignores it. Assuming that it is merely an act of human incompetence:: CO: Peace and long life, Captain Madred. ::Nods to the XO & CSO who have "traces" of Vulcan heritage in them::

CTO_Ryan says:
<RTO Reyes> CTO: Aye, Sir.

EO_Kooky says:
::enters TL:: Computer: Deck 10

OPS_Tereshova says:
::stands, as his relief suddenly taps him on the shoulder, turns his console over to the relief, and walks over to the lower bridge turbolift::

Host CO_Madred says:
::lowers his hand:: S'Kona: I trust that your delegation is enjoying themselves? ::takes two glasses of wine from a passing waiter and hands one to Tsalea::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Excepts the glass::

CNS_Richardson says:
::arrives at Deck 10, and exits the turbolift, proceeding to the Lounge::

SO_Symatica says:
::hesitantly enters the lounge and finds a convenient corner to fade into::

EO_Kooky says:
::exits TL and heads for the Lounge::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::stands besides the CO::

TO_Tigs says:
::Notes the CNS's arrival, and thinks to her self she will have to keep an eye on that one.::

CNS_Richardson says:
::stops just inside the lounge door, her eyes surveying the room::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Stands and walks over to the tactical station and takes a PADD from atop the console.  Walks back to the command chair and sits down, tapping the PADD button and reading over the duty roster again::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::enters the turbolift:: TL: Deck ten.

EO_Kooky says:
::enters the Lounge and looks nervously around her::

Host S`kona says:
::Refrains from raising his eyebrow and questioning his meaning of "enjoying themselves":: CO: The trip has provided us with the time in which to discuss the upcoming conference. Many interesting topics have come up.

CNS_Richardson says:
::sees Kooky arrive, and smiles:: EO: Don't be nervous; this your first function like this?

Host CO_Madred says:
::glances at Tealk and wonders if they have interrupted S'Kona during his meditation cycle::

EO_Kooky says:
::glances at the CNS:: CNS: I've never been invited to anything like this before, Sir.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::slightly shrugs, but thinking Vulcan's always act like this...::

Host CO_Madred says:
::nods, and tries to keep in mind who he is talking to:: S'kona: Sounds positively stimulating... ::gives the CSO "that" look::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::steps out of the turbolift on deck ten, and makes his way to the lounge::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Is grateful for a little peace and quiet after that mess with the Vulcan and Skyler recently::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Ignores her husbands look:: S'Kona: And what topics where those?

CNS_Richardson says:
::grins:: Kooky: Just act like you've done dozens of this, smile a lot, nod, and ::whispers conspiratorially:: whatever you do, don't poke any of the guests.

EO_Kooky says:
::laughs:: CNS: I promise I won't. ::grabs a drink and relaxes a little::

Host CO_Madred says:
::sips at his wine, quite pleased that his wife knows when to take over the conversation - the exact moment he's run out of anything worthwhile to say::

TO_Tigs says:
:: Pulls out her tricorder and scans the area .::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::enters the lounge, hesitantly::

CNS_Richardson says:
::grins wider, giving Kooky a thumbs up, and heads over to a group of Vulcans, greeting them cordially::

Host S`kona says:
CSO: The recent appearance of viral strains along the Romulan border, the recent growth of religious factions throughout the ASC ... there has even been a discussion on the Pearl of infinite logic.

EO_Kooky says:
::starts to mingle ... wondering what she could possibly say to a Vulcan::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Comes up beside the CNS:: CNS: Hullo Doc.

Host CO_Madred says:
S'Kona: The Pearl of Infinite Logic, eh? I wish I could have been here for that one.

CNS_Richardson says:
::hears Shinar's voice, and groans inwardly, but turns to him with no trace of her feeling, nodding at him:: Shinar: Snoop in any good offices lately?

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods:: S'Kona:  I am curious about this religious growth.  It also brings some concern.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Thinks about it:: CNS: Hmmm ... nah.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::looks humorously at Madred::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::wanders over to the bar, and picks up an orange juice::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::wonders who the Cnslr will get back at Shinar ::

Host S`kona says:
CSO: The growth of religion has been a result of the destruction brought onto many of the colonies in the cluster by the Bellicose.

Host S`kona says:
CSO: Or so it's theorized.

CNS_Richardson says:
::studies him, her face calm, then speaks:: Shinar: Now that I've calmed down, do you want to tell me what you found so interesting in Gabrielle's diary?

Host CO_Madred says:
::looks up at an imaginary person across the room and waves a hand:: CSO/XO/S’Kona: I'm so sorry, Ambassador. I believe our Chief Engineer needs to talk to me about degaussing the main deflector dish ... umm ... I never miss a degaussing conversation. If you all will excuse me, I'm sure the Commanders will make sure you have everything you need.

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: How do you think the Cnslr will get back at Shinar?

CSO_Tsalea says:
S'kona:  Religion that spreads like a fire is often moved by fanaticism, blind following, and not logic or true belief.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Stands and turns to the tactical station:: RTO Reyes: Please see to it security teams in the lounge check in every 15 minutes.  I do not want to risk anything happening to our guests.

SO_Symatica says:
::takes a glass from a waiter::

CTO_Ryan says:
<RTO Reyes> CTO: Aye, Sir.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> CNS: Really, gel? You want to know now ... after all that stuff you shouted at me earlier?

EO_Kooky says:
::moves over to where the SO is::

Host S`kona says:
CO: I'm sure it will be an interesting discussion, Captain. "Enjoy."

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods to her husband, knowing him well.::  CO:  I will remember that next event.

SO_Symatica says:
::smiles at the EO::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: I am not certain.  The Counselor is not a revengeful person as far as I've noticed.

Host CO_Madred says:
::quite pleased with himself, he makes his way away from the center of all Vulcan logic in the universe and heads towards the outer rim of this party::

EO_Kooky says:
::smiles back:: SO: Enjoying the party?

Host S`kona says:
CSO: Many have believed that they were beset by the Bellicose because they failed to fully believe in their race's deity. An illogical assumption, of course.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::can't suppress a chuckle this time, but turns serious, and returns to the conversation:: S'Kona : I'm sure Starfleet is aware of these events.. Should any violence transpire, we will be the first to intervene..

CNS_Richardson says:
Shinar: If you found something of interest in there that I should know about, I'm willing to be open minded to listen .... Mind you, I disapprove of the way you got it... and if you ever again... ::stops::

Host S`kona says:
XO: Just as you intervened in the prevention of the Bellicose attacks?

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: I don't think she is either, normally, but that is not to say that she won't see the value in teaching a lesson so that no one else will try similar things

CSO_Tsalea says:
S'Kona:  Belief in ones deities has nothing to do with the interactions of those outside of their group.

CNS_Richardson says:
::snags a glass from the tray of a passing waiter, and glances around the room, as she waits::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Agreed, however she will probably do it so that he doesn't know he's being reprimanded in some fashion.

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: But that all else will get the point? Interesting

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
S'Kona : The Bellicose attacks were acted upon as much as Starfleet could at the time. The war had just ended, many world needed necessary supplies for rebuilding.. We were caught off-hand..

OPS_Tereshova says:
::slowly drinking his orange juice at the bar.. mildly unnerved by all the Vulcans around::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Exactly.  ::Smiles at the cunning Counselor::

Host CO_Madred says:
::makes his way to the bar and clasps the OPS Officer on the shoulder as he orders something a little stronger than wine:: OPS: Enjoying yourself Mister Tereshova?

EO_Kooky says:
::finishes her drink and grabs another as the waiter passes::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> CNS: I saw some bits talking about some big event happenin' ... something about a "bird shattering the tapestry." ::Takes out a jum-jah stick and lights it up::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::turns suddenly:: CO: Captain! Oh, umm.... yes, fine time, thanks. ::nods:: Yourself?

EO_Kooky says:
::makes her way to the bar and takes a seat::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Places her wine glass on a passing tray, listening for S'Kona's response::

TO_Tigs says:
::Sips some Trixian Bubble juice.::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> CNS: Some other weird stuff that seemed familiar ... and some of it ain't good ... I know a doomsday prophecy when I see 'em. Heck ... ::Takes a puff while saying it just so she can barely hear him:: ... caused some of 'em myself.

SO_Symatica says:
EO: I guess so. ::follows her to the bar for some canapés::

Host CO_Madred says:
OPS: I'm having about as much fun as a long-tailed alley cat in a rocking chair factory...::takes the Jamaican Rum he ordered::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::declines a drink for himself, but would die for a cup of Spice Tea.::

CNS_Richardson says:
::raises an eyebrow:: Shinar: A bird, eh? Interesting. ::catches the last words, but doesn't react to them::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: I would think you would want to design a bomb to go off  that would make him feel a fool, but not have everyone else know what was done

OPS_Tereshova says:
::nods slowly:: CO: So.. that's not much fun?

Host S`kona says:
CSO: There is no evidence of hostile fanaticism amongst the religious factions, currently.

CSO_Tsalea says:
S’Kona:  Because we have seen no evidence, does not belie its existence.

Host CO_Madred says:
::sips at the Rum nodding approvingly ... glances at the OPS Officer and quirks an eyebrow:: OPS: I've been meaning to talk to you. I've been watching you up on the bridge and I wanted you to know what an excellent job I think you're doing.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Blows out some putrid smoke that the CNS gets a whiff of::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Truth be known, I would like to lock him up forever, but I doubt SFC would approve.

EO_Kooky says:
::begins to wonder why she is here ... has always felt uncomfortable around Vulcans::

CNS_Richardson says:
::frowns slightly, as something tugs at her memory:: ::to self:: a bird... why does that ring a bell?

Host CO_Madred says:
OPS: Why, you'll make Lieutenant in no time if you keep turning in your reports like that one I read last night. A real page turner...

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: Too bad he can't just trip overboard as they did in the Wet navies of old

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
S'Kona : And let's hope that it never happens... But this time, We'll be prepared..

OPS_Tereshova says:
::inclines his head for a moment:: CO: Thank-you very much sir. With all due respect, would you have told me the same thing before indulging in alcohol?

Host S`kona says:
XO: I would expect no less, Commander.

CNS_Richardson says:
::frowns, still trying to recall, and turns to Shinar:: Shinar: A bird... can you describe it more?

OPS_Tereshova says:
::personally thought his last report duller than the party::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Indeed, Lt.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods slightly::

CSO_Tsalea says:
XO:  When dealing with religion, one can rarely be prepared.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Laughs:: CNS: Yer the one with the book. You tell me.

Host CO_Madred says:
::smiles at the OPS officer and then smiles at the glass of rum:: OPS: I'm human, but I grew up on Qo’Nos ... I won't start feeling this for about ten more glasses.

CNS_Richardson says:
::grins:: Shinar: You're right. Anyway, thanks, I'll take another look at it. For now, I need to get back to our guests. May we speak more of this later, after the party perhaps?

OPS_Tereshova says:
::chuckles, and lifts his orange juice:: I'm Trill, and I grew up in a remote part of the planet. Didn't even meet anything much stronger than this until I hit twenty, and it goes right to my head.

Host CO_Madred says:
::pulls a PADD out of his pocket:: OPS: In fact, I enjoyed that report so much that I brought it with me. You see, I thought that Ambassador S'kona might be interested in seeing your thoughts on a few of these topics. ::waves the PADD about slightly as he speaks::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Light smile:: CNS: Sure ... your place or mine?

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::makes another minor course correction ::

CNS_Richardson says:
::laughs:: Shinar: Neither. The mess hall would suit perfectly.

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> CNS: Fair enough. ::Without saying good bye, he turns and disappears into the crowd::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::nods slowly:: CO: I see.... thank-you... I think....

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shakes his head:: Tsalea : I'm sure that Mr. S'Kona would agree in saying that inspite being illogical, one can find some logical conclusion when dealing with religion...

CNS_Richardson says:
::stops laughing, as it hits her, the recollection of a comment made by the CMO, about a bird appearing on the viewscreen of Algernon::

Host CO_Madred says:
::presses a few buttons on the PADD:: OPS: In particular, the part about her turn-ons being playing in the sand, long walks on the beach, and men with pointed ears ... yes, I think that was the part that S'Kona would have liked the most. ::hands the PADD over to the OPS officer:: OPS: Either that, or the Vulcan/Human centerfold.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Taps her PADD changing reports to the latest security drill results.  Frowns as she reads the report::

Host S`kona says:
XO: Certainly, Commander.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::takes the PADD, and chokes::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks steadily at Tealk::  XO:  That is doubtful, but I shall withhold further judgment until actions reveal themselves.

Host CO_Madred says:
::smiles knowingly at the Tereshova:: OPS: Wrong PADD...

CNS_Richardson says:
::pauses a moment, and decides to slip out of the reception::

OPS_Tereshova says:
CO: Ri... ::coughs:: right.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::still breathing heavily::

Host CO_Madred says:
::sips at his glass some more:: OPS: I trust the right PADD will be on Command Amendoeiras desk before Gamma shift?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO : You expect actions in the near future? Over these religious folk?

CNS_Richardson says:
::makes her way to the turbolift, and instructs it to the deck where her office is::

Host S`kona says:
::Listens to the XO & CSO::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::nods quickly:: CO: Of course sir.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::blanks the PADD before anyone else chances to see it::

Host CO_Madred says:
OPS: Good. ::claps him on the shoulder before walking off:: OPS: Good man...

CSO_Tsalea says:
XO:  If this 'fire' continues to spread, it form follows true to history, there is need to be concerned.

EO_Kooky says:
::downs her drink and orders another::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::collapses his head into the bar top::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO : Most reports we have on this matter don't show anything more than a healthy increase in religious shrines in the colonies.. Nothing more...

Host CO_Madred says:
::notices Kooky hitting the synthehol pretty hard and makes a note to talk to Counselor Richardson about that::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::hopes they will have some free time on Risa::

CNS_Richardson says:
::enters her office and moves purposefully to her desk, sitting and opening a small drawer, pulling out Gabrielle's diary::

SO_Symatica says:
::picks up a canapé and eyes it closely before sniffing it delicately and then popping it in her mouth::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: How likely will it be that we will have time for shore leave on Risa?

TO_Tigs says:
:: goes to the buffet looking for gagh.::

CNS_Richardson says:
::stares at the cover of the diary for a long moment, before opening it to the first page::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Lightly shrugs a shoulder::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: I don't believe the Captain or Exec has determined that as yet.  I hope we get a week though but I doubt it.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::slowly raises his head up from the bar:: Self: Reeeal smooth.......

OPS_Tereshova says:
::wonders how long it'll be until his career goes the way of his sister's::

SO_Symatica says:
::deciding it doesn't taste half bad, takes another::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns to S'Kona:: S'Kona : What do you think, Mr. S'Kona?

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: Suddenly, every viewscreen on the ship goes black.

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: All consoles are locked out.

CNS_Richardson says:
::stares at the drawings on the first page, and slowly turns the page::

Host S`kona says:
XO: I believe we will have to wait and observe, Command.

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::looks and thinks "what the He...." ::

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: Within the darkness, the Greek Symbol Omega appears.

SO_Symatica says:
::takes another sip of her drink::

CTO_Ryan says:
<RTO Reyes> CTO: My display monitor just went blank, Sir.

CNS_Richardson says:
::looks up, at the console on her desk::

SO_Symatica says:
::decides that Vulcans throw really boring parties::

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: The Paula Greene drops out of warp.

Host CO_Madred says:
::sips at his glass of Rum, looking for someone else to embarrass the heck out of ... one of the perks of being the Captain::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Stands and shouts:: All: Report!

FCO_O`Rourke says:
*XO*  We have a situation , sir,

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Pauses as she feels the ship drop from warp::

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: And then comes to a full stop.

Host S`kona says:
::Looks out the windows as they drop out of warp::

CSO_Tsalea says:
S'Kona:  Excuse us.  I believe we are needed on the bridge.

EO_Kooky says:
::feels the ship slow and then stop:: ALL: What was that?

CTO_Ryan says:
*CO* Ryan to Captain Madred.  Sir, please report to the Bridge, we have a situation.

TO_Tigs says:
*CTO*: In 10 forward no changes.::

Host S`kona says:
::Raises eyebrow::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::turns to look at everyone else, and sees the star field turn from streaks into points through the window::

OPS_Tereshova says:
::frowns::

SO_Symatica says:
::looks around suspiciously::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks at the XO and turns to leave the room.::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::taps his comm badge:: *FCO* : What is it, Mr. O'Rourke?

CTO_Ryan says:
*TO* Acknowledged. Security protocol, Beta 7 in effect until further notice.  Notify the other teams.

Host CO_Madred says:
::glances up as the Paula Greene drops out of warp:: *CTO*: On my way, Mister Ryan...::hands the glass to a waiter as he heads out towards the corridor in no particular hurry::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::smiles:: S'Kona : Excuse us, Mr. S'Kona..

FCO_O`Rourke says:
*XO*  My controls went dead and there is a symbol on my boards

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Catches the SO's eye and motions for her to follow.::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Status of the warp engines?

CNS_Richardson says:
::stares at the symbol on her console, frowning, wondering::

SO_Symatica says:
::decides she better get to the bridge in case SO_Starburst has screwed something up again::

TO_Tigs says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged, Tigs out.:

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CTO: Right now I can't access any functions

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Steps onto the TL with the CO::  Computer:  Bridge.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::figures he'd better get to his station, and try to regain *some* favor with his CO::

TO_Tigs says:
:: Moves quickly to inform the other teams of full alert status.::

CTO_Ryan says:
<RTO Reyes> CTO: I have a symbol on my display monitor, Sir.

Host CO_Madred says:
::walks out into the corridor and heads for a turbolift humming softly::

Host S`kona says:
<Shinar> ::Got himself some synthehol, and was in the process of spitting it out when the ship came to a stop::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::starts heading out, and catches up with the Captain, also leaving:: CO : Mr. O'Rourke says his consoles went dead, and there's a symbol on it... We've dropped out of warp...

OPS_Tereshova says:
::walks out of the lounge, into the corridor, and strides towards a turbolift::

CTO_Ryan says:
RTO Reyes: Yellow Alert, Ensign.

EO_Kooky says:
::moves swiftly to the TL:: Computer: Main Engineering

CNS_Richardson says:
::decides she'd better get to the bridge, see what's going on; replaces the book back into her desk, and locks it::

SO_Symatica says:
::enters the TL::

Host CO_Madred says:
::looks at the XO oddly as they step into a turbolift:: TL: Bridge... XO: A symbol ... on what?

CTO_Ryan says:
<RTO Reyes> CTO: Aye, Sir.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::enters the turbolift:: TL: Deck one, bridge.

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: As the CNS is putting the book back, she notices the same Omega symbol inscribed on one of the pages ...

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::enters the TL along with the CO, the CSO and some other crew::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Listening::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Stands and quickly walks to the tactical console and stares at the display screen::

Host CO_Madred says:
::pushes some of the newcomers out of the turbolift:: All: Stay here and enjoy the party ... we're not at alert, it's probably nothing.

CNS_Richardson says:
::stops, as she sees the symbol on the screen, and takes the book back out again, turning to the page::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::pounds on his board in frustration ::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO : His console, sir...

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*FCO* : Mr. O'Rourke, describe this symbol....

CNS_Richardson says:
::frowns, and looks back and forth between the screen and the book::

Host CO_Madred says:
::makes sure the doors close before too many more get in, hits the button for the bridge:: XO: What kind of symbol?

EO_Kooky says:
::exits the TL and enters Main Engineering to find nothing working::

CTO_Ryan says:
FCO: Do you know what this symbol is?

FCO_O`Rourke says:
*XO* Sir it is  like a malformed "O"

OPS_Tereshova says:
::is amazed to find that the turbolift from the port doors is almost empty, and arrives on the bridge::

CNS_Richardson says:
::closes the desk again, this time keeping the book, and exits her office, heading toward the bridge::

SO_Symatica says:
::arrives on the bridge...definitely thinking about transferring off this ship::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::frowns as he hears the COMM, and turns to Madred:: CO : We have a problem....

CTO_Ryan says:
*CO* Sir, we are at yellow alert.  We seem to have some odd looking symbol on all the display screens on the Bridge, Sir.

FCO_O`Rourke says:
*XO* It has two legs that stick out to the side from the bottom

SO_Symatica says:
::looks at Starburst and frowns::

Host CO_Madred says:
::thinks about an O:: XO: Could it be a Q?

OPS_Tereshova says:
::steps out onto the bridge, and sees the weird symbol on all the otherwise blanked out workstations::

CNS_Richardson says:
::makes her way to the turbolift, directing it to the bridge::

SO_Symatica says:
::dismisses him with a nod and takes over::

Host CO_Madred says:
::steps out onto the bridge:: CTO: No yellow alert? What's the problem?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shakes head:: CO : I'd think Mr. O'Rourke would be able to recognize a Q... He is very capable.. ::chuckles, but only for a second::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Steps from the TL and heads for her console.::

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: The CO gets his first glimpse of the Omega symbol filling the screens.

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::turns as he hears the CO 's voice::

EO_Kooky says:
::goes over to the situations board to find it inoperable as well::

Host CO_Madred says:
::notices the bridge is darker than usual and shakes his head:: XO: Talk to Mister Hull ... probably some power flow problem. ::glances at the image on the display::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::his face turns grim::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Looks as the CO enters the Bridge:: CO: We seem to have been locked out of some of the tactical systems, Sir.  I ordered yellow alert, but we have been unable to initiate it ship wide.

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods to the SO as he steps aside, to look at the console::

Host CO_Madred says:
::stands up a little straighter staring at the symbol:: FCO: Do we have control back yet?

EO_Kooky says:
::moves over to check the power relays::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
CO: No sir, we are locked out of control , Sir

OPS_Tereshova says:
::steps down to his station, and relieves the other guy there::

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Enters some commands and checks over the system::  CO/XO:  My station is locked out.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*Engineering* : Commander Amendoeira to Engineering.. How are things down there?

OPS_Tereshova says:
CO: Sir, I can't access OPS control to any systems.

SO_Symatica says:
::watches HER boss::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Tries tapping the tactical console to bring the tactical systems back online::

Host CO_Madred says:
::nods:: FCO: I see... ::crosses very slowly to his seat and flips open the arm rest controls taping in his access codes::

EO_Kooky says:
*XO*: Sir, nothing seems to be working down here. We're as locked out as you are. I'm checking power systems now.

Host CO_Madred says:
::straightens up and begins to undo his dress jacket:: FCO: And now?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::steps up to the Captain, a frown on his eyes::

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: The Omega symbol disappears, and the screens return to normal. Science automatically starts to transmit all available data to the Captain's Ready Room ... the CSO is locked out from the data.

CNS_Richardson says:
::enters the bridge, and sees the same symbol displayed everywhere, and watches as everyone tries to restore functionality::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::checks console ::  CO :  I have access once more, sir

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*EO* : Thank you...

CTO_Ryan says:
::Watches as the tactical systems come back online then taps the console going to yellow alert status::

Host S`kona says:
ACTION: Paula Greene goes to yellow alert.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Sir, the ship is now at yellow alert status.

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  My console is unlocked, but all data seems to be directed to your ready room.

OPS_Tereshova says:
::frowns:: CO: Sir, OPS is back on-line.

EO_Kooky says:
::watches all systems come back on-line::

Host CO_Madred says:
::sees the symbol disappear and nods quietly to himself:: XO: I want you to go with Mister Ryan ... confine the Vulcan's to quarters until further notice. Post security on their decks.

EO_Kooky says:
*XO*: Sir, Engineering just came back on-line.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods:: CO : Yes sir...

Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: Commander Tsalea ... you are relieved of duty.

SO_Symatica says:
::looks surprised::

FCO_O`Rourke says:
::nods:: pushes the sequence of buttons::

Host S`kona says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Pause Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

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