Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Resume USS Andromeda "The ArchAngel" 10910.18
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: The situation is tense, Chief of Security Magnus and leader of the Angel people is in tough negations with the Captain
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: There is a standoff on the bridge between 5 sec officers of each side after a negotiated de-escalation
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: Let’s begin
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSEC:  I'm listening.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::tries to ignore the groups on the bridge and focuses on his work::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: The terms of the alliance indicated no assassinations, on order of the bridge an assassination occurred, do you deny this?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSEC:  I'm assuming you have some sort of proof that this order was given?
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: Angel security are looking around at the XO and other Andromeda personnel
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Sickbay is abuzz with possible mutiny based on the Angel personnel rage
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Stands near the door, ready to depart for the bridge should she be needed or requested, as she directs the incoming to various stations which deal with the tension headaches::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: Let's dispense with the legal tricks, do you deny this?
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Keeping his eyes on the Angel security officers as if they're about to rob the ship.::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: The halls are tense in the ship
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSEC:  And I would appreciate a direct answer to my question. Let's get one thing clear, I do not take my orders from you. So if you have some sort of proof, I'd be happy to investigate the matter further.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As she realizes there is more going on, she turns toward a small crystal bell and lightly rings it, catching people’s attention at such a random, out of the blue sound.::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Captain: Let’s do make one thing clear you command on this ship is a product of alliance, you command can be dissolved
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
All:  Two wrongs do not make a right, no matter what the perception of right or wrong is here. And if you even consider taking the step that moves through your mind, you have gone one step further then the others involved.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
All:  There is a reason for everything, whether we agree with it or not. You are officers aboard this ship. Not everything done makes sense to our perception of things. Wait and learn.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::stands up::  CSEC:  Well then, I suggest we return to the nearest Starbase. Remember, we didn't seek you out, your people came to us for help. I was very hesitant in getting involved with your problems, and went against my better judgment. If you can't accept that there could be casualties, then I think it best you find someone else.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::glances towards the RR, before looking back at his console and the course towards the last location of the Sovereign class ship.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*XO*:  Conor, have helm set course and engage for the nearest Starbase.
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Folds his arms as the argument continues.::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
*CO*: Understood
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: Casualties are acceptable, murder is not. I therefore conclude based on your evasiveness that you indeed ordered the hit which transport logs confirm. Good day Captain
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::looks up at the Captain's orders:: XO: Perhaps we should get back to our own dimension first.
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CNS: Sounds like a good idea, bring us back to the SB we departed from
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::heads out of his RR and onto the bridge::  XO:  Conor, how soon before we arrive at the nearest Starbase?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::answers for the XO:: CO: It will take time to spool up the engines so we can get back to our own dimension first, sir.
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: Spinning up the jump drive, could be a while yet
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: Angel personnel are not hostile to the CMO but consider assassination immoral war is justified
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Just get us there as fast as possible. This mission is over.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As the tension drops in her domain she glances upward::  ~~~~ CO:  Let me try to help... this is a different from what you are used to. ~~~~
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: Gotcha. CNS: Let’s get this show on the road
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Gorn Heavy Cruiser detected jumping in
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Do what you must, but I doubt I will be changing my mind.
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
<TO Ens. Chapman> XO: Gorn heavy cruiser coming into area.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CO:  Send me those I need to speak with to the arboretum. It is neutral ground and far more peaceful then there.~~~~
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: Gorn Heavy Cruiser detected docking with Starbase, it is from the Federation Universe
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CNS: Belay that order
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CTO: We can't be detected, right? Tactical status on the Gorn ship?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::looks up and saves the course he already plotted:: XO: Aye, sir.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Turns medical over to her second and heads out for the arboretum, wondering if she can pull this off or not.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  I doubt that very seriously the CSEC would do what I ask. You might ask him directly.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: Gorn cruiser is 10 LY distant at the Starbase
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Tholian Heavy Cruiser detected jumping in near Starbase
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Scene: Tholian Cruiser is Federation native
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~CO:  To the arboretum. I am on my way there now.~~~
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Leaves RR and takes his station on the Bridge as he gets Chapman's message.:: XO: We should be under cloak, assuming that it ain't malfunctionin'.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::frowns at the sensor data:: XO: Sir, how in all that is holy did they get dimensional drives?
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~CNS:  Varesh, I need facts. Tell me exactly what happened and why.~~~~
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Orion Syndicate scout class jumping in and docking
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: as the lift stops, she steps off and heads down the hall to her favorite place.::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CNS: Beats me but this got a lot more interesting. Scan them and figure out what is going on
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
~~~CMO: Regarding the 'assassination'?~~~ ::his distaste at that description is evident::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods:: XO: Aye, sir. Passive scans.
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
*CO* Things just got a little more interesting here, Tholian and Gorn ship from our dimension just jumped in
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CNS:  Yes.~~~~  ::Her mental voice remains neutral.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
~~~CMO: The being was made entirely of energy and the only way to incapacitate him in any way was to use the transporters.~~~
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  How soon before we can jump back into our dimension?
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
XO: Sir, it appears that the guest list is growing with some of our more popular mates. Tholian and Orion Syndicate vessels are docking at the Starbase.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Passive Scans indicate Federation native ships with jump drives fully functional
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
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CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
~~~CMO: I suggested to the Captain that we’d get the same result of a phaser by corrupting the buffer files.~~~
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Listens as she steps into the calming realm of the arboretum::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: About 30 mins
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CNS:  Why did you choose death?~~~~
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Scans indicate they are definitely from our dimension with fully functional jump drives.
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
XO/CNS: Apparently there is an unknown faction from this dimension supplying ships from our side with the interdimensional tech.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  As soon as we're able, have us jump back to our own dimension.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: My people tell me your CMO has offered to mediate this, I will agree to mediate
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
::nods at the CO::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CNS: Spin up the drives and get us out of here
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
~~~CMO: It was the first solution that came to mind. There wasn't time to deliberate on a course of action. In hindsight, we could have stored him in the transport buffers, but hindsight is always perfect.~~~
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
::leaves the bridge::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSEC:  That is your decision. But please understand that as soon as it's possible, we are jumping out of this dimension.....in about 30 minutes.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::initiates the jump engines to spool up::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: You must do as you wish, as will we
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Finding the waterfall towards the back, she takes a seat to wait, considering what she had been told as well as the relationships aboard a starship::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
::enters the arboretum::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: I have come to mediate the situation, I have come in good faith and left my guards behind
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Sovereign class on LRS sensors, with the USS Repulse in tow
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks up from her seated position on the soft moss and simply nods::  CSec:  Will you join me? :: motions with her hand towards the ground::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: Agreed
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
CO: I have the Sovereign on LRS. She's towing the Repulse.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: Assassination is a corruption of power on this ship, we have evidence that there was an order
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Uploads the coordinates to the helm.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CO: Something is very rotten in the state of Denmark, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CTO:  Just keep a watch on everything out there Othello.
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CNS: Denmark is flooded and beyond the point of no return. We are heading home.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Repulse is battle damaged
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CSec: We have been aboard your ship for such a very short time. And in that time, things have been moving quickly. Far too quickly for people to get to know and understand each other as well as build that trust that is so important when working on a starship.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::mostly to himself, but all can hear him:: All: Perhaps we can go to Risa for holiday. I haven't seen my mother in a while.
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
CO: Aye, Cap'n, however, the Repulse looks like she's sustained some battle damage.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: I will grant you that, but the bridge ordered an assassination, breaching a term of alliance, what are we to do? This ship cannot fall into the wrong hands
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::nods::  CTO:  Understood. Can you detect what type of firepower she was hit by?
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Small arms fire detected throughout the Repulse
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Repulse attacked by phaser fire
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::glances down at the sensor data scrolling across his screen::
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
CO: Sensors say phasers. I'm also picking up small arms fire inside the Repulse.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CTO:  How many people are on the Repulse?
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
::shows the CMO the transport logs and buffer corruption by the CNS on the bridge::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: Some of my empathic people will testify that they overheard the telepathic order coming from the CO
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: 400 people on the Nebula class Repulse
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::tries to anticipate the Captain's orders, but waits to hear.::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: We're outgunned here if you are thinking of doing anything
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Jump engines restored
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Looks up the Starfleet personnel report for the Repulse's current compliment.:: CO: Four hundred,.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::nods at the CTO and then stands and paces a bit::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Firefights detected throughout the Repulse all decks
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  But we do have the element of surprise.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CSec: What you needed here is trust. Trust is a two way road, I know. It was that is built over time; something that we did not have. So then we have to turn to those we do trust who have brought us together. This was not forced on either side. And there were concerns on both sides. We can get through this and make a working situation, if ever
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
<c> if everyone will remember that we are different, we have different ways of doing things. And if something goes wrong that is a bad decision, find out what happened. Do you even know what actually occurred and why?
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: That we do, we can beam over and surprise them
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Prepare a team. But do not proceed until I give you the order.
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: We can try arm the self-destruct and evacuate the crew and use the ship against the SB
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: Here is the evidence, in stead of beaming the energy being in a holding pattern in the buffer, they chose to kill him, just like that, he could have been contained perhaps
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CO: If we use the emergency transporters we can have everybody off in under an hour.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: The Starbase if also full of many civilian ships it appears to be a neutral port of call
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  I suggest we determine just what exactly is going on first.
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CNS/CTO: You will be with me. Prepare to beam over, heavy assault gear
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: Captain Knight walks into the arboretum
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Gives tactical back to Chapman and heads to an armory to equip the team with the heavy gear.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods and get up, letting the relief pilot take over:: XO: Aye, sir.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
All: This is my ship and to blazes with you and your high minded morals, Knight!
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CTO: If it goes bang, bring it
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
XO: No doubt, sir.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: nods::  CSec:  And here are the rest of the facts. The being they were dealing with was made entirely of energy, something they were not familiar with. They knew they could incapacitate it with the transporter, but other then that, all they knew the being was evil and had to be dealt with. They turned to the option they knew how to deal with
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
<c> something like this: The use of a phaser. It was the first solution that came to those involved minds. In such a situation one does not have much time to make decisions. In hind sight, the choice made was regretted. But there was nothing that could be done about it. When someone makes such a mistake, one learns from it.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO:  ::points at the Captain:: This is what I mean he's a savage
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::heads for the armory::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: The Captain the CMO and the CSEC are in the Arboretum
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  I take it you weren't able to get through to him?
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CSec:  I do not wish to put my beliefs on you anymore then you wish to push yours. We seek only understanding and a mutual way to work things out between us. We are here. We want to help.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks up at her husband with a glare in her eyes::
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CO:  Your timing is really very bad, you know.~~~~
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::for some reason he is unable to hear Sierra::
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Sets the gear down and makes a note of what he's taken out. Divides the gear for the XO and CNS to take it as they report in. Puts on his gear.::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: The CO cannot hear the CMO there is a wall now between them on the telepathic plain
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::enters the armory:: CTO: The heavy stuff? ::frowns at the pile of gear::
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: The CMO cannot contact the CO telepathically
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As something appears to come between the bond with her husband, she gasps in a type of mental pain. But he is standing before her.::
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Forgetting for a moment where she is, she stands::  CO:  Ethan?
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CMO: Are you alright?
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
CO: What?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  Yes, yes....what is it Sierra?
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
CNS: Affirmative, mate. Don't worry, that hardware'll be the difference between life and death.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks down at the security officer and simply shakes her head as she looks back at her husband.::
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  There is something wrong here...
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks at the CSEC::  CMO:  You have that right Sierra. And I think it's time we left.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CTO: I'm not worried, I just had to make a comment. ::glances around while he puts on the gear::
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  Go? Go where?
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
CNS: Most non-tactical officers hate carryin' the heavy gear. For one: it's heavy, and two: it means they're gettin' thrown into the fire.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::trying to figure out what to say without tipping his hat::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  Away from here. If they want a mutiny, then fine. They can mutiny when we're out of here.
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~CNS:  Is everything well with you?~~~~
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  They do not want to mutiny. You have given me a job to finish.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CTO: If you served on the ships I have, you appreciate the heavy stuff.
Host CSEC_Magnus says:
Action: The drugs inhibiting the CO leaves his system
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  It doesn't appear to be working Sierra. He is seeing only one outcome and nothing else. He has his mind set on taking over this vessel.
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
CNS: Ain't nothin' like the heavy stuff. ::Smiles as he slings a phaser rifle over his shoulder.::
.CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As she does not get a response, she shifts her position slightly::  CO:  We have barely begun. You know such things take time. You usually send Varesh down in such situations. Why don't you call him down and let us finish our work here. I will keep you informed.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  We do not have time for this Sierra. I have Varesh doing more important things at the moment.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The bridge is hearing reports that the Captain is in the arboretum
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks up from his console and then stands up quickly::
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  Such as? :: shakes her head::  You do not need me at the moment. If this is your final decision, I will help you pack things up. But keep in mind, four children are hard to simply just up and move.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Sierra, is everything okay down there?
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The CMO gets an electronic communication from the Captain on her comm badge
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Taps commbadge.:: *XO*: Counselor Varesh and I are gearing up. Any word on when we go, yet?
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Does not hide the frown that crosses her face::  *CO*:  That is a matter of opinion. Are we planning to pack up our four children and head out soon?
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
*CTO* Nothing so far, wait for my signal
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
*XO*: Will do.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The CO in the arboretum's eyes glow red and he flees
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::checks his weapons, feeling for his dagger and some of the other hidden weapons he carries.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  What are you talking about Sierra?
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
CSec:  Restrain whoever that is...
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*: Yes, there is a problem. Especially as neither you nor the person who is running out of the arboretum knows how many children he has.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<CSEC> *All decks intruder alert!*
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
::raises an eyebrow at that comment::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: I think I'll have to track down this thing
CMO_Cmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  He looks just like you and his eyes suddenly glowed red as he dashed out.
CTO_Cmd_Knight says:
::Looks up and puzzled by that announcement.::
Host XO_Lt_Conor says:
*CTO* Intruder alert, someone pretending to be the CO just left the arboretum with glowing eyes. Track it down
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Pause USS Andromeda "The Angel" 10910.18