Host ScottB says:
Last time on ACTD: Paula Greene...
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The crew arrived at the Bergan Medical Facility, after speaking with an elderly Director Balmos (who has since passed away). The senior staff has beamed down and is now touring the facility in preparations for negotiations
Host ScottB says:
"Olive Branch" - Part 2
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=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\= CONTINUE MISSION =/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=
CTO_Ryan says:
::walking around taking a tour of the research facility, keeping an eye out for anything suspicious looking::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::pacing around, observing their environment::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::with the XO observing::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::running scans::
TO_Panthera says:
::walks around keeping a close eye on things::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: Looks clean enough...
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  Looks can be deceiving Sir, but I think you're right.  I'm still a little uneasy with the Capt off on his own though.
CTO_Ryan says:
::walks up to the XO:: XO: Don't you think it's strange that right after our arrival the Director passed away?
CNS_Lorehani says:
::antennas twitching::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods:: CNS: I know... But you did hear me warning him several times. ::sighs:: He’s just too strong willed...
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  He should have taken one of us with him.
CDMDave says:
::walks down a corridor by himself looking for the personnel office::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shrugs:: CNS: Maybe you can consider him unfit for duty for a few hours next time? ::winks, and smiles::
Host ScottB says:
<Workers> ::shuffling from station to station, taking vats of medical materials here and there, some looking disgruntled, others happy::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::chuckles::  XO:  My ears are still ringing the last time I sent him for a physical.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::observing the workers walks over to one of those looking displeased::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles:: CNS : So who are we supposed to meet anyways?
CNS_Lorehani says:
::looks around:: XO:  The head honcho I believe, but I thought I heard some rumblings about him being dead.
Host CIV_Doile says:
::still walking down this seemingly endless corridor looking for the personnel office::
CSO_Tsalea says:
Disgruntled worker:  Excuse me, is there something wrong?
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles:: CNS : So who are we supposed to meet anyways?
CNS_Lorehani says:
::spots an office::  XO: Why don't we try in there?  ::points::
TO_Panthera says:
::walks over towards where the others are::
Host ScottB says:
<Office Worker> ::clanging away on the keyboards with her old-fashioned spectacles::
CTO_Ryan says:
::watches the workers as they go about their duties and notes a few disgruntled employees::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: Lead the way, counselor..
CNS_Lorehani says:
::walks over to the door and opens the door and peeks in::
Host ScottB says:
<Disgruntled One> CSO: You tell me, Ms. Manners. Would *you* care to work in a industrial hellhole like this all your life?
CNS_Lorehani says:
::enters the office:: Person:  Hello?  Can you point us to the person in charge?
CTO_Ryan says:
::sees the CSO talking to one of the disgruntled employees and calmly walks over to listen in::
TO_Panthera says:
CTO: Anything in particular you wish me to look into sir?
CIV_Doile says:
::finally finds the door labeled "Personnel" and walks through it to find a small room no larger than a utility closet::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::looks around the neat room::  DO:  Why do you consider it a hell hole?
CTO_Ryan says:
TO: Just observe for the time being.  Never know what can happen in a tense situation
TO_Panthera says:
::nods:: CTO: Understood sir. ::walks off but not to far still keeping eyes open::
Host ScottB says:
<Other Office Worker> ::without looking up from her files, points to an office door labeled "Shift Manager":: CNS: Goodbye.
Host ScottB says:
<DW> CSO: What are you, some feel-good counselor sent by the owners?
CIV_Doile says:
::wonders why it is so dark in the personnel office::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shrugs, and heads for the door::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::huffs:: Office Worker:  Goodbye to you too.   Do you ever come out for air?  ::turns and exits the office::  XO:  The door marked Shift Manager is the one we talk to.
CTO_Ryan says:
Disgruntled Worker: Hey, now....no need to take it out on her.  ::steps forward a bit::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::finds the door that was pointed to and knocks heavily on it::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: Looks like they definitely need someone to appease things.
CIV_Doile says:
::seeing no one around shouts out to thin air::  Hello?  Anyone here?
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  It would seem so Sir.  Sheesh that person didn't even bother to look up as if we are nobody.  ::shrugs::
CTO_Ryan says:
Disgruntled Worker: It just so happens we are Starfleet officers sent here to mediate your contract negotiations.
CNS_Lorehani says:
::pounds on the door again::
TO_Panthera says:
::moves back over to where the XO and CNS are:: CNS: Trouble?
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shrugs:: TO: We're being ignored pretty well. I wonder if the Captain is faring better.
CNS_Lorehani says:
::turns and looks::  TO:  Nothing that lesson in manners wouldn't solve.
CNS_Lorehani says:
::having enough she enters the office uninvited and looks around::
Host ScottB says:
<Manager> ::yanks open the door:: DO YOU HAVE AN APPOINTMENT???
CSO_Tsalea says:
::lifts a hand, quietly::  CTO:  We need answers to questions in order to discover what is going on.
TO_Panthera says:
XO/CNS: Both things I have noted while looking around. This is really an odd place.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Manager: Excuse me???
CNS_Lorehani says:
::walks into the Shift Supervisor::  Manager:  YES WE DO!
CTO_Ryan says:
::nods to the CNS:: CNS: Definitely.
Host ScottB says:
<DW> CTO: Well then you can just up and take your ship and ship on out, because I guarantee this contract is going nowhere.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::raises eyebrow at the Counselor, but follows her in::
CIV_Doile says:
::gets no answer from the empty personnel office and considers what to do::
TO_Panthera says:
::watches the CNS and follows along...must be something like giving what they give or some other sort of saying like that::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::repeats her question::  DW:  Why do you consider it a hell hole?
CTO_Ryan says:
::is taken aback by the Disgruntled Worker's attitude::  DW: Listen, if you're not happy here why don't you find a new job?
CIV_Doile says:
::sees a computer terminal still operational:: hhmmmm...maybe I'll just give myself a job...and a big fat paycheck.  ::moves to the terminal::
CNS_Lorehani says:
Manager:  Are you going to invite us in?  You are the guy's who invited us here in the first place...  ::tries a softer tactic::
CTO_Ryan says:
DW: And don't let the door hit you on your way out!  ::gets a bit huffy::
CNS_Lorehani says:
Manager:  The gentleman beside me is Cmdr. Amendoeira and I am Lt. Lorehani.  This here is Ens. Panthera.
CSO_Tsalea says:
CTO:  Lieutenant, please.
CIV_Doile says:
::sees there's no voice interface:: A keyboard...how quaint.
CIV_Doile says:
::attempts to access the rather simple and undefended personnel database::
TO_Panthera says:
::glares at the CNS:: CNS: That is Lt. Panthera. ::growls softly::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::turns and looks at the XO:  XO:  Sir, maybe he is deaf and is only able to yell?
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
TO: Easy, Lieutenant...
CNS_Lorehani says:
::grins::  TO:  Sorry Lt.
Host ScottB says:
<Manager> CNS: I really don't care who you are. If you had an appointment, you would've been on my list for right now. You aren't. So you don't have an appointment. I suggest you make one. Now, I am a busy person running this shift, so good day. ::closes the door again::
TO_Panthera says:
::looks at the XO and backs off::
CNS_Lorehani says:
All:  Well how rude.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::raises his finger as if he was going to say anything, but the door slammed in his face makes him hold his breath::
Host ScottB says:
<DW> CTO: You everything-is-peachy Starfleet people. You don't even bother to notice this is the sole company that uses this planet.
TO_Panthera says:
All: Seems that is common around here...being rude that is.
CTO_Ryan says:
DW: And?
CIV_Doile says:
::gains access to the database and sets himself up as a general administrator with all the bells and whistles and pertinent IDs::
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  Shall we make our appointment for let’s say......now?   ::pounds on the door again::
Host ScottB says:
<DW> CTO: What... I have to connect the dots??? *THAT*'s why I don't get a new job. There is no other job.
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ACTION: An alarm goes off on the production floor, and the whole production line stops
Host ScottB says:
<DW> CTO: Now see what you did. You've delayed the production.
CIV_Doile says:
Himself:  Now, will that be in local funds or gold pressed latinum?
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: The CIV's terminal switches to an archaic blue screen
CTO_Ryan says:
DW: Look you little dip wad, we're here to try and rectify the labor dispute.  Would you rather continue as you have been or try to make things better?  ::gets in his face::
CTO_Ryan says:
::hears the alarm:: DW: What is that?
CNS_Lorehani says:
::growls at the door and then looks at the XO::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: Try Commander Tsalea's name... *CSO*: Commander... You're wanted at our location.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::shakes her head and leaves the CTO with the disgruntled worker as they seem to be hitting it off::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: If anything so she can use a neck pinch on this gentleman.
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: Security guards enter the foyer where the XO, CNS, et al are
CIV_Doile says:
Himself:  What the hell?  ::looks at printer:: well, at least the IDs got printed first.
CTO_Ryan says:
::watches as the CSO walks off in another direction::
CSO_Tsalea says:
*XO*:  Where is here?
CNS_Lorehani says:
::mutters:: XO:  I'll pinch him alright.
CIV_Doile says:
::shuts down the terminal, grabs the IDs and gets out of the office::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back to the Security guards:: Security: Whoa... Hold on a second. There must be a misunderstanding here. We're being expected.
TO_Panthera says:
::sees the security:: XO: We have company sir.
CIV_Doile says:
::heads for the foyer area where the AT was last seen::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::heads in the general direction she last saw them going::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::turns and sees the security guards::  Self:  Ooops looks like I pounded on the door one time too many.
Host ScottB says:
<DW> CTO: Don't you dip wad me, lady! I don't give a <bleep> who you think you are, or which idealistic sap asked you to come here, but it sure wasn't me or anyone I know, and you've just <bleep>'d up the production line, which I'm going to get blamed for. So take your cutesy gray suit and go away.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CSO*: Manager's office..
Host ScottB says:
<Security> XO: By...?
CSO_Tsalea says:
*XO*:  Acknowledged.  ::continues in her direction::
CIV_Doile says:
::sees security ahead and places the ID around his neck.  Walks purposefully into the area amazed at how short that corridor really was::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Security: Director Balmos, I think.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::comes up quietly behind the officers and looks curiously at Tealk;:
CTO_Ryan says:
DW: Fine!  Have it your way you little dweeb!  I hope your production line blows up with you in it!  ::spins on her heels and heads off in another direction::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> XO: That person is dead now, and was a sub director of a department, not of the plant. Do you have an appointment?
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::makes a "Don't ask" face at Tsalea::
CSO_Tsalea says:
Security:  I have an appt.
CIV_Doile says:
::walks up to the leader of the security squad::  Sec: What's going on here?
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Security: Well... We should. With the person who replaced Director Balmos? We're here to supervise the talks between the syndicates and management?
CTO_Ryan says:
::walks around with two security crewman, looking for the XO and the rest of the AT::
CSO_Tsalea says:
Security:  I am to speak with the manager of the Bergan Biomedical facility.
CNS_Lorehani says:
::biting her tongue::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> XO: There are no such talks scheduled. CSO: And you are...? ::looks at the CIV, wearing an ID card with old numbers on it::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back to Tsalea, with a "What are ya doing?" look::
CSO_Tsalea says:
Security:  Commander Tsalea, whom the appointment was originally set up with.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::shakes head:: All: That's it... I've had enough of this.
TO_Panthera says:
::stands back guarded watching for trouble...hands held loosely at her side::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::lays a hand on the Cmdr's arm and shakes her head:: XO:  I understand how you feel.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*AT*: Away Team, converge on my location...
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Security: We're leaving... That satisfy you?
CSO_Tsalea says:
~~~~XO:  Patience, we can not do our jobs if you let these people get to you.~~~~
CIV_Doile says:
Sec: I am second assistant director Skinner and these people did, indeed make an appointment with Director Balmos.
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  Its one thing for me to loose my temper, but Sir, they can't afford to see you loose yours.
CTO_Ryan says:
*XO*: Ryan here, Sir.  On my way.  ::pulls the tricorder from her belt and gets a fix on the XO's location then heads in that direction with the two security crewman following close behind::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: I'm not losing my temper Counselor. ::eyes Tsalea also::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
All: I will just return to the ship and sort thing out from there.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
All: And find someone who does know we're coming and can help us helps them.
Host ScottB says:
<Security> XO: Perfectly. Except for this... ::handcuffs the CIV:: CIV: You are under arrest for premeditated disruption of our Personnel database and forgery of identity.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::raises an eyebrow at him::  ~~~~XO:  And how will you do that when the people are here?~~~~
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  errrrrr Sir.....  ::nods to the Civ::
CTO_Ryan says:
::sees the XO and the AT up ahead talking with the facility security personnel.  Approaches::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::rolls eyes::
TO_Panthera says:
::mutters under her breath...just great::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::frowns::
CIV_Doile says:
::quickly picks the primitive handcuffs and drops them to the floor, backing away from the security guards::
CTO_Ryan says:
::looks on as the CIV gets arrested but does not interfere as he is undercover::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
All: Do not intervene.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
All: This has nothing to do with us.
CNS_Lorehani says:
::clenches her hands::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::annoyed:: CSO: And you are... again.... ?
CSO_Tsalea says:
Security:  Science officer Tsalea Madred.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::sighs, shaking his head::
TO_Panthera says:
::hears the XO and does as ordered but wonders how to get him out of this mess...looks over at the CTO::
CTO_Ryan says:
::thinks: I knew my idea of bringing the negotiations to the Paula Greene was a good one.  But did the Captain listen?  Noooooooo......::
CTO_Ryan says:
::looks at the TO and raises an eyebrow::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::bites lip... looks from the CSO to CNS... walks over to a terminal and taps a few things:: CSO: Come with me. You're to meet with the Sub director of Plant Efficiency.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::glances at Tealk and follows the security officer::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::glares at the Security Guard::
TO_Panthera says:
::barely moves head but shakes it and rolls eyes towards the CIV...wonders how much more trouble he can get into::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns to Tsalea:: CSO : Why didn't you schedule the appointment with all our names on it?
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::looks back unconvinced at the CIV, even though he's made his way out of the handcuffs::
CSO_Tsalea says:
~~~~XO:  One, I did not set up the appt and two, you were not originally to be here.~~~~
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::grumbles something unintelligible::
CIV_Doile says:
Sec:  Would I have been able to do this if I didn't have the proper codes?
CTO_Ryan says:
::follows the CSO::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> CIV: I am not in charge of Personnel. Whoever is, as far as I know, is out of the office for the week.
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::looks at the CTO following:: CTO: And you are... ?
TO_Panthera says:
::follows along with everyone::
CNS_Lorehani says:
Security:  Maybe he got his passes before this person left the office for a week.
CTO_Ryan says:
Security: LtCmdr. Ryan, Paula Greene Chief of Security.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CNS: Counselor... ::shakes his head::
CNS_Lorehani says:
XO:  Sir just offering up another possibility....  ::clamps her mouth shut::
CIV_Doile says:
Sec: Yes, I noticed.  It was an unscheduled vacation too.  I have not had the opportunity to update my IDs because of it.
Host ScottB says:
<Security> CTO: You don't have an appointment. The only one on the list was Mrs. Madred here. I suggest the visitor's tour.
CIV_Doile says:
Sec: Personnel is in chaos at the moment.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::frowns:: CSO: Tsalea... I'm not letting you go alone.
CSO_Tsalea says:
CTO:  I will be alright.
CTO_Ryan says:
Security: Starfleet protocol states I must provide security for the officers on my team.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::looks back at Tealk::  XO:  It was already set up by the captain, unless he has changed his mind...
CIV_Doile says:
::moves to the XO:: I think the visitor's tour is an excellent idea.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: Don’t bother Commander... ::turns to the Security Guard::
CTO_Ryan says:
XO: But, Sir.....
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Security: Look... There must be some mistake. That appointment should read Commander Tsalea and company.
CSO_Tsalea says:
~~~~XO: I can accomplish more without the anger of our team.  Please let me proceed as ordered.~~~~
TO_Panthera says:
::stands there looking from one to the other trying to figure out what is going to happen...knowing they already have one team member off alone and they don't need another one going off alone::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::fed up:: All: You can check the computer if you want, I no longer care. It's her name only on the list. I am just doing my job, protecting the company grounds and assets. Now excuse me, but the ma'am has a meeting to attend.
CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Sir, it is unadvisable to allow her to go unescorted.  I must protest against this breach of protocols.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: I'm not going to allow it.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO: You heard me Commander... You're not going anywhere alone.
CTO_Ryan says:
::waits and listens to the XO and CSO::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::rolling eyes:: All: Is she coming or not?
CTO_Ryan says:
Security: Not without my escort she isn't!
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Security: No... Tell me, where can I get an appointment scheduled?
CSO_Tsalea says:
::looks at Tealk torn between orders::
CIV_Doile says:
::is glad no one is really paying attention to him::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> CTO: Then she obviously doesn't go. XO: Talk with the receptionist in the front lobby. Down the hall, take a right, and take a left at the bathroom.
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
~~~~Tsalea : Tsalea... It's hard enough that Jafo went on alone god knows where. I'm not letting you out of my sight. And That's an order.~~~~ ::smiles::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::clasps her hand behind her back and waits for the next step::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::ignores Tealk::
Host XO_Amendoeira says:
Security: Thank you. ::starts proceeding that way:: All: Everyone.
CTO_Ryan says:
::looks at the CSO and thinks: Vulcans!  They think they are indestructible!::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::leans over and whispers::  TO:  I should just sedate them and then we can be on our way.
TO_Panthera says:
::whispers:: CNS: If you do I don't see a thing. Well I guess I had better tag along with the XO.
CTO_Ryan says:
::waits for everyone to follow the XO as ordered then brings up the "rear"::
CNS_Lorehani says:
::sighs::  TO:  Yeah, you and me both.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::follows::
Host ScottB says:
<Security> ::walks off shaking head:: Public... Everyone's a groupie. They want to go everywhere, and where one goes everyone goes...
Host ScottB says:
=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\= PAUSE MISSION =/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=

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