Summary:
The USS Andromeda has detected the presence of a Starfleet runabout on the other side of one of the largest asteroids in the system and a dispatched runabout stands ready to recover it with the hope that the smaller vessel will not trigger the same volatility that a larger has. 

For although the Andromeda has survived the explosion of one asteroid, can it really survive another?

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CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: In her quarters, looking down at a rather comfortable if slightly frustrated husband as he holds his fussing daughter.::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
@::Turns to Keegan, struggling to retain consciousness:: FCO: We maximize our survival time if we remain on the Monongahela's life support until it gives out in...10 minutes--and then--
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::seated in the big chair on the bridge::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  Well Sierra, it looks like she's feeling better.  Almost as good as I'm doing.
FCO_Ens_Keegan says:
@::nods grimly:: CSO: Then... we wait.
MO_Soren says:
#:: On the shuttle, waiting to launch::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
@::Blinks hard several times:: FCO: --and then, switched to EVA life support, and use these-- ::Presses the hypospray into Keegan's hands::--to sedate oursel---::Crumples with a thud to the deck, passed out from the pain and exposure::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Lifts a brow::  CO:  She has a way to go, however, as far as we can ascertain, you are not contagious.  Just don't jump up and run to the bridge.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  But it feels like ages since I've been cooped up in this room!  Please, just one little jump?  ::smiles::

ACTION:
The Andromeda runabout Atlantis signals the bridge for permission to launch.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Lifts the other brow::  CO:  It was only this morning.  :: shakes her head, humor in her eyes.::  With Conor heading out on a rescue mission, I guess I will need to release you from babysitting duty to take care of the bigger baby, your ship.
FCO_Ens_Keegan says:
@::Checks the life monitor on Ivara's suit to check if she's still alive.  She slumps back against the bulkhead doing her best to compose herself and hold back the tears trying to form::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*Atlantis*: Permissions to launch, Atlantis. Good hunting.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
# <MO Soren> :: nods to the aFCO as he asks if they are ready to launch::

ACTION:
The runabout Atlantis lifts off, powering away from the Andromeda and toward the asteroid.

Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::walks around his quarters giving each of his kids a kiss before making his way into the bedroom to change into his uniform::

@ACTION
Monongahela's power reserves register at 5%. The air has grown thin.

FCO_Ens_Keegan says:
@::Leans over the unconscious CSO and switches her suit to EVA life-support.  She then does the same to her own suit.::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Joins Ethan in the bedroom.::  CO: Jewel will be down shortly to watch the twins... she has been cleared and our eldest still shows no signs of symptoms, so I will leave him in day care.
MO_Soren says:
#:: watches as the pilot maneuvers the Atlantis carefully about the asteroid::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  We are so lucky to have Jewel around.  If you don't mind, I'll will drop Braeden off at day care on my way to the bridge.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::watches the shuttle on sensors, ordering the tractor lock to be maintained::

#ACTION:
The runabout Atlantis approaches the asteroid, slowing in speed to maneuver through the craggy exterior of the rock.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  I will wait for Jewel and then join you.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::nods as he sits down to put on his boots::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Takes their clinging daughter back into the living area to get her something to drink.::

@ACTION:
All power on the Monongahela has depleted. The EVAs have 20 - 40 minutes of life support left, but no communications.

Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
Braeden:  Hey sport, get yourself ready and daddy will bring you to daycare.
MO_Soren says:
#aFCO:  There... :: Points toward the flash of light::
Braeden says:
:: Comes out of his room, tugging his shirt down.::  CO:  I'm ready, daddy.

ACTION:
The Andromeda sensors detect minor increases in the volatility of the asteroid gases. But nothing like the levels they had attained when the Andromeda had closed in.

CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*Atlantis*: Be advised, there are minor increases in the volatility of the asteroid gases but it’s still low enough right now. I'll keep you advised.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks down proudly at his son::  ~~~Braeden:  All washed up as well son?~~~
MO_Soren says:
#:: hearing the comm, relaxes a bit.::
aFCO_Ens_Degunya says:
#::navigates towards the indicated flash of light quietly::
Braeden says:
:: Looks sheepishly at his father, then with a quick glance at his mother who is occupied with his sister, he dashes into the bathing room and grabs a cloth to dampen and swirl quickly around his face.::

#ACTION:
The Atlantis is within transporter range of the Monongahela, and can pick up two lifesigns, one weaker than the other.

Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::chuckles::
FCO_Ens_Keegan says:
@::Shakes her head as she does the calculations of how much time they have.  She applies one of the hypos to the CSO and then hesitates momentarily and gives herself the last one.::
MO_Soren says:
# XO:  I am picking up the two lifesigns.  One of them is very weak.  :: moves toward the transporter, ready::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
Braeden:  Come jump onto my back and let's get going son.....we don't want to be late.
Braeden says:
:: with a face cooling by the slightly damp face, he returns to his father::  CO:  Ready.

@#ACTION:
The Atlantic initiates transporters, and the CSO and FCO dematerialize from the Monongahela, and appear on the Atlantis.
MO_Soren says:
#:: Moves quickly to assess their condition.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::allows his son to jump onto has back and then heads toward Sierra::  Braeden:  Okay, give mommy, Brenden and Brianna a kiss good-bye and let's get going.

#ACTION:
The transporter signal seems to ignite something in the surrounding areas. Energy arcs and spikes dangerously across the several metallic compounds within the asteroid.

Braden says:
:: Smiling, gives his mother a kiss and simply waves to his siblings, not wanting to get sick like they are.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::leans in and give his wife a kiss::  CMO:  I will see you on the bridge.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*Atlantis*: Get out of there now. The transporter seemed to caused an reaction in the asteroid.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: returns the kiss::  CO:  I will join you shortly.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
aFCO: Get us out of here now.
aFCO_Ens_Degunya says:
#::begins piloting the shuttle away from the asteroid at best possible speed::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Carefully has their suits depressurized.::  *CMO*:  I have one, female, with a concussion and minor cut on her temple.  :: moves to the next person.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::makes his way toward the door and exits......with Braeden clutched to his back::

#ACTION:
The energy continues to build, the arcs growing exponentially in intensity. The asteroid gas volatility level begins to spike.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Listening as she hands her daughter over to Jewel::  Thanks...  I will see you later.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
aFCO: Lock onto the shuttle and get us out of here.
MO_Soren says:
#*CMO*:  Second patient is male, broken arm, minor plasma burns... possible head trauma.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*Atlantis*: We're locking on and getting out of here, the asteroid is about to blow.

#ACTION:
As the Atlantis begins to emerge from the asteroid exterior, she is hit with one of the largest arcs, sending high current coursing through all systems. Every console overloads simultaneously, raining upon the Atlantis crew in a shower of sparks.

Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
~~~Braeden:  Have you been having fun spending time with Aaron?~~~
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Making her way toward medical, not needing to tell her husband the change in plans as she listens to Soren's report.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::shields his face from the sparks::

#ACTION:
Atlantis engines are blown and primary power is out. The ship continues to coast away from the asteroid.

CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
aFCO: Tractor beam now! And get going!
aFCO_Ens_Degunya says:
#::continues attempting to pilot despite the arcing power on the console::
Braden says:
:: clutching is father tightly, he nods yes, smiling back at the people he passes.::
aFCO_Aaron_Knight says:
::Initiates tractor lock and punches the engines::
MO_Soren says:
#:: Finds himself on the floor, covering his face.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps into the daycare as the doors open and crouches down a bit so that Braeden can get off::
Braeden says:
:: jumps down with a grin.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::Watches the sensors for the explosion he knows is coming::

ACTION:
As the asteroid explodes, the Andromeda jumps into warp with the Atlantis in tow... The Atlantis is battered by the initiate shockwave before warp is engaged.

Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::gives his son a kiss::  ~~~Braeden:  Behave yourself son and I will see you later.~~~
MO_Soren says:
#:: Makes his way back to his patients to see that they are still alright, and unconscious.  Continues his scans to determine why.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
aFCO: Keep going for a minutes then drop from warp and bring the shuttle inside.
Braeden says:
:: Returns the kiss and with a grin, goes to join his friend who has been waiting for him.::
MO_Soren says:
#CO/aFCO: Everyone alright?

#ACTION:
The Atlantis is battered by imbalanced warp sheer - the flight console explodes, blowing the aFCO forcefully across the room, right into the XO.

CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*Sickbay*: Have a medical team standing by in the shuttle bay for possible injuries.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps into the TL and requests the bridge::
MO_Soren says:
#*CMO*: Both of them are sedated, not sure why.  Could be to help save oxygen.  :: grabs onto something::
aFCO_Aaron_Knight says:
CNS: Aye sir.  ::Struggles to maintain the tractor lock long enough, then brings both ships out of warp::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::hit hard by the force of the aFCO and smashes into the console behind him::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*Shuttlebay*: Bring them in as quick as you can.
MO_Soren says:
#:: Hearing a groan and the sound of air being suddenly released, he looks over to see the aFCO on top of the first officer.::  XO:  Sir, are the two of you alright?

ACTION:
The vessels drop out of warp, a safe distance from the troubled system. The secondary systems of the Atlantis are down and life support and emergency power are at 57% and 62% respectively.

XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::coughs up some blood and has a sharp stabbing pain in his left ribs::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Arriving at medical, she fills her team in.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps out onto the bridge after being away for what seemed like forever::  CNS:  What's our status Varesh?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#MO: I think I broke my ribs and I cough up blood. I don't think they're unrelated for some reason.
MO_Soren says:
#:: Makes his way over to the two men.::  *CMO*:  The first officer and aFCO has been injured as well.  The XO is coughing up blood.  :: begins a scan.::
MO_Soren says:
# XO:  Hold still a moment, sir.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::looks over his shoulder then gets up:: CO: We just got away from an exploding asteroid, rescued two Federation officers and the Atlantis sustained damage. The crew's status unknown.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CNS:  Contact medical and see what the status is.  Oh, and good to see you again V.  ::grins::
MO_Soren says:
#:: Does a quick check of the aFCO and quickly gives him all of his attention.::
aFCO_Aaron_Knight says:
::Tractors the Atlantis within the Andromeda shuttle bay::

ACTION:
Degunya's vitals are erratic, his heart is giving out.

MO_Soren says:
# *CMO*:  aFCO is covered in plasma burns, has multiple fractured ribs, one has punctured his lung.  He has gone into cardiac arrest.  The first officer as some internal hemorrhaging caused by his cracked ribs.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CO: Good to see you again, sir. ::moves over to his own chair:: I have a medical team on standby in the shuttlebay.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::Shifts up towards the aFCO to help out:: MO: What do you need?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Look over at Suzie as she finishes settling her patient.::  MO Storm: We have incoming.  I will take the aFCO, you begin with the first officer.  :: she looks at her other staff::  I need you to work with our guests.
MO_Soren says:
#:: Looks up briefly::  XO:  He is going into cardiac arrest.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CNS:  Thank you for stepping in during my absence.  Nice job.
aFCO_Ens_Degunya says:
#::grabs the MO by the shoulder and gurgles slightly then says quietly:: MO: Tell them...it was worth it

ACTION:
With a finally gasp of breath, Degunya's heart stops beating.

XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::sees the aFCO has stopped breathing and starts CPR::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
#:: Continues to work on Degunya for a few moments more before having to accept there was nothing more he can do.::  XO:  Nothing now, sir.  Let me see to you, your injuries are the worst of the lot so far.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::smiles:: CO: A pleasure sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
Aaron:  Aaron, hold our position until I get an updated status report.

#ACTION:
As the XO works on Degunya, he suddenly feels a jab in his own chest, and now cannot breath.

aFCO_Aaron_Knight says:
CO:  Aye Captain.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::Stops the CPR and starts gasping for breath::
MO_Soren says:
#*CMO*:  We have lost Degunya.  :: Looks up at the first officer::  It looks the first officer did some damage to himself in trying to help. :: Does a scan::  He has punctured his left lung.
MO_Soren says:
#XO:  I need you to lie back and let me do all the work.  :: Helps Conor carefully::  I am going to have to reinflate that lung.  :: Opens up his kit and quickly reaches for what he needs.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::starts feeling light headed with the lack of oxygen::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  Bridge, one casualty so far, Degunya.  We are still waiting for the others to be brought aboard.

#ACTION:
Because Keegan split the remaining sedatives between herself and Ivara, they are now beginning to wear off. The two officers begin to rouse.

Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::feels his heart get a bit heavier after Sierra's report::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
# :: Jabs the needle into his side::  XO:  Sorry, sir.  Take it easy.  Slow breaths.  We should be aboard soon.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO Storm:  Suzie, I will take the FCO, you have the other two.
FCO_Ens_Keegan says:
#::Slowly opens her eyes and groans from the pain in her head.:: Herself:  Where am I?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::sighs at Sky's report::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
#::takes a deep breath::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  I hope the other two are able to survive.  Let me know at your soonest.
MO_Soren says:
#:: without looking up.::  XO:  You are aboard the shuttle Atlantis.  Our beaming you aboard appeared to set off an explosion.  We should be aboard the USS Andromeda shortly.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  Conor is not in good shape either.  Preparing for surgery for him.  When will you have them aboard?

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