Host Lea says:
Summary: Andromeda's shuttle is deep within the nebular blanket coating the half-dead Gehmohr Science Station. Although the communications aperture remains held diligently open by Martinis Mek back aboard the station, the shuttle can only communicate with Andromeda itself when in the immediate vicinity of the aperture.
Host Lea says:
Summary: The shuttle continues to make forward progress, but tumultuously, under Commander Power's hand, as Doctor Winters continues to tend to and watch over Ensign McQuade and their Agtak "refugee," Meekin, who each suffered significant injuries.
Host Lea says:
Summary: In the meantime, multiple data storage modules sit yet upon the transporter pad beside the officers, still in place from their emergency beam out, containing much of the contents of the Gehmohr primary computer core.
Host Lea says:
@Summary: Those aboard the Andromeda wait for word or sight of the long-absent away team crew...
Host Lea says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Begin USS Andromeda Mission: "Safe Passage" 11203.17~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::looks at the data storage modules and frowns then sighs, unstraps, and moves to the back of the shuttle, drawing some cargo netting from the storage area, and using several hooks on the floor around the transporter pad she throws the netting over the modules and pulls it tight, making sure they won't shift in flight::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@::attempts to contact the shuttle::  *XO*:  Conor, what's your status?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Having moved to one of the auxiliary stations, she reads through the sensors.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
*CO* We're riding alongside the aperture beam back to the ship. ETA 5 minutes
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::checks the straps again, and moves back to the jump seat in the back of the shuttle, and pulls her straps tight again as it rocks and shakes slightly::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*XO*:  We'll keep the lights on for you!
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::watches the sensors for any form of interference that could affect the beam::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@:: Lifts a brow at the comment::
Host Lea says:
ACTION: A panel flashes at the Conn: Sensors are reading something that might be a Starfleet signal, approximately 115 meters to the shuttle's 5 o'clock.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::looks down at the panel:: CNS: Not ours. All: Hold on! ::begins diving back into the nebula cloud::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Sir, possible Starfleet signal 115m  off our starboard stern.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@:: Looks over at her husband with a shake of her head.  Until they were past the nebula, there was nothing about them she could relay.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Are you certain, sir?
Host Lea says:
ACTION: The shuttle changes course, and its turbulence increases, threatening to shake any unstrapped crew out of their seats.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::is strapped and shaken in her seat::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: What other Starfleet ships would be coming at us from behind in a nebula?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@~~~CMO:  And again.....we wait!~~~
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Good question, but not impossible.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Find out who or what it is.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: I'll try my best, sir. ::trains most of the sensors on the signal behind them::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: moves to stand next to him.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::begins powering down non-essential systems to reduce the shuttle's power usage::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::brings the shuttle towards the edge of the nebula and turns to starboard riding along the edge::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Sensors show a Starfleet shuttle profile
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
All: We'll pop out a couple of KM distant from where they'd expect us to show up until we know any better
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: In what way? power/size/composition?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Listing somewhat and being thrown about by the nebula turbulence.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Got a better way to light them up without revealing our position?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::bounces against the restraints and calmly folds her hands in her lap, closing her eyes::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Run it past the CSO as well. Given our recent data heist I'd like a second set of eyes.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Right now it’s just the size. I can't get a reading on the power or composition, the readings keep fluctuating.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: Take a gander at this and give your opinion.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@CMO:  They should have emerged from the nebula by now.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Looks over at the science officer who is shaking his head at his station.  She moves to join him.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@CMO:  What, what is it?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Reading the sensors she turns around.::  CO:  They have not come through yet.  Try a comm.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::tries to telepathically reach out to the CO and send the sense that they are being followed::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@ACTION: Aboard the Andromeda, a button flashes at OPS's console.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
@<SO_Baker> ::looks at the CMO, then steps to the side to allow her access to the sensor feeds that clearly do not show the shuttle::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@<OPS_Lt_Matthews>::Blinks:: CO: Uh, Captain...we're being hailed. It's the station.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::hears her mentioned from the front of the shuttle and raises an eyebrow talking over the noise of gear rattling:: CNS/XO: What is it?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@::sits forward in his seat::  CMO:  Sierra, see if sensors can determine if there is another vessel in the nebula with our shuttle.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@OPS:  Onscreen!  ::stands::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: Take a look the sensor information. It’s a possible Starfleet shuttle.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@CO:  The nebula is blocking any information of that type.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@~~~XO:  Conor, not sure if you can hear me, but the nebula is blocking our sensors and we are unable to determine if there is another ship in there with you.~~~
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::unstraps and is jarred to the floor, crawling forward she stands a hand on the back of the XO and CNS's seats, trying to look at the sensor data::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@ACTION: The view screen flashes into life, showing a buttoned down young Chalak in very dimly-lit room.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Hearing someone make a sound, she turns toward the front of the ship to see the view screen activated.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@Gehmohr:  I'd like to know just what exactly is going on!
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@::Blinks once, slowly:: COM: Andromeda: CO: Captain Ethan Knight of the USS Andromeda of Starfleet of the United Federation of Planets, I presume?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@COM: Gehmohr:  Yes, now I'd like an answer to my question.  Just who are you and what has been going on down there?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
@<SO_Ens_Baker> ::while the CMO watches the view screen she keeps her attention on the scan data::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO/CNS: Any idea if that really is one of ours out there?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::reaches over the CNS's shoulder and taps a few buttons on the sensors, then frons and points again:: XO/CNS: Transponder and metallurgical analysis, confirm that she is one of ours.  From the Andromeda...maybe the captain sent a rescue party?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::frowns:: CSO: One of ours?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO/CNS: He would have said something when we were on our way back. Strap in, we're going to set the record for the fastest shuttle dock.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::tightens the straps::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Gimme all the power you can to engines and shields.
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: I am Meerma Lin of the Colin family of Chalak Prime, Second Administrator of the Chalak Science Station Gehmohr. We are recovering from an act of sabotage to our station.
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: My brother, Marlin Chenwa of the Colin family of Chalak Prime, First Administrator of the Chalak Science Station Gehmohr, is currently being treated for injuries sustained while working to restore our station. I apologize you must deal with me until he has recovered consciousness.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::checks something else:: XO/CNS: Warp core readings match what we have on record too.  Unless someone stole it... ::she returns slowly through the shaking shuttle to the jump seat in the rear and straps back in::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::begins slowly positioning the shuttle within the nebula for the most direct path to the shuttle bay::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::taps controls::: XO: Transferring power, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@COM: Gehmohr:  How is it that you are able to get messages through when my shuttle is sporadic?  What is it you require of us?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::shouts back:: CSO: You strapped in back there?
Host Meerma_Lin says:
ACTION: The shuttle changes path once more, attempting to aim for the Andromeda's assumed position.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::from her seat:: XO: It is possible that the craft became lost in the nebula. They may require assistance.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Again no word from the CO about that either. We'll sort it out when we're in the shuttlebay
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
All: Here goes nothing ::engages maximum thrusters to clear the nebula::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: Our station utilizes a proprietary energy beam to initiate the communications aperture through which this message is being transmitted. While I do not know the status of your shuttle, by deduction of their absence from our docking bay, and you’re asking about them, that they are somewhere within the nebula.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::hangs on::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: The nebular gasses would cause varying levels of interference to any transmissions in, out, or through them.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@COM: Gehmohr:  We are awaiting the emergence of our shuttle as we speak.  Now, what is it you require from us?
Host Meerma_Lin says:
ACTION: Thrusters burn, and the shuttle powers through the nebula, knocking the vessel violently, and causing two console to explode into sparks.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::ducks the sparks and peers at his console::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
ACTION: With a final burst of thrusters, the shuttle pops wobbly out of the nebula, quickly regaining stability in open space. Sensors did interfere with navigation, casting the shuttle slightly off course, but it is only 3 km from the Andromeda's position.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
*OPS* The shuttlebay better be clear for a quick landing or you'll have one hell of a mess to clean up in the next 60 seconds.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*XO*:  Conor, once you are back onboard, have everyone report directly to sickbay.  ::looks over at Sierra::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
@CO:  We have shuttles on sensors.
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@::Raises an eyebrow at the Starfleet officer's hostility, but otherwise remains extremely straight-laced:: COM: Andromeda: CO: I have only just regained external communications from my office, and you are the nearest vessel in proximity. And your shuttle recently left under what appear to have been less than optimal circumstances.
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: I have contacted to confirm the safe return of your crew, as well as to request you remain in the area for the time being, while we sort out what happened here. Your people did manage to navigate our facilities despite the lockdown, whereas the majority of our own followed protocol to remain where they were.
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: Although technically this constitutes a breach in protocol, it does mean your people likely saw much more and may have valuable clues as to what took place here, and how we may prevent such failures in the future.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
@ :: Looks toward Ethan... she did not want to stay, but the call was not hers and there was merit in what was being asked.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@COM:  Gehmohr:  Once I get some answers from my away team, I will make a determination whether we will remain in orbit.  I'm not sure what has gone on down there, but I'm hoping we were not pulled in to any internal skirmishes.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::flares the engines and makes a short sharp landing in the shuttle bay::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods at the XO for the well-executed landing::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks over at Aaron::  FCO:  Aaron, you have the bridge.  Sierra and I will be down in sickbay.
Host Meerma_Lin says:
ACTION: The shuttle pulls sharply into the Andromeda's shuttle bay, practically leaving skid marks, as its crew receives one last sharp jerk...And the shuttle bay doors close safely behind them.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
*CO* We're in the shuttle bay, there was what appears to be one of our shuttles in the nebula though? Did you send anyone after us?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  Let's get to sickbay.  ::heads to the TL::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
:: By his side as he enters the lift.::
Host Meerma_Lin says:
@COM: Andromeda: CO: Of course. ::Nods once, slowly:: Please do notify us of your decio---  ::Breaks off with a disgruntled air as the man she was speaking with walks away mid-conversation::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::nods at the CNS:: All: Right, you all heard the CO. Off to sickbay we go.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::shuts down his console:: XO: Aye, sir. ::heads for the hatch::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*XO*: Conor, we'll discuss more when I meet you in sickbay.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::thinks she feels the strap break as the shuttle comes to a stop, only then realizing she is still wearing most of an EVA suit.  She stands, slowly checking the restraints as she does, then checks the suits pockets, and begins getting out of it, storing it quickly and making a few notes for the shuttle repair crews::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
*Sickbay* You'll probably have to beam the CEO and our guest directly to sickbay, the rest of us will make our own way down.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::hears one of her PADDs beeping at her and frowns slightly then nods and sends a message to Commander Light now that she has been reminded::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps out of the TL as it comes to a stop::  CMO:  I hope none of them are in too bad of shape Sierra.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
:: Contacts her team to be prepared for incoming.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::starts removing his EVA suit::
Host Meekin says:
<Sickbay>*XO*: Understood. Arranging site-to-site.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
<MO Wilcox> :: Contacts his chief and fills her in.::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::checks the rest of her pockets:: Shuttle Computer: Sync data files with Andromeda Main computer, and flag the map I uploaded priority.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
CO: Not to serious.  They should be up and about in a few hours.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::enters SB just as Tavish and another person materialize on biobeds::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky_ says:
:: As she enters, she sees her people already in motion.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::stacks his EVA suit and starts heading towards sickbay::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::moves the gear from the EVA suit into the robe's many pockets and checks one last time, then follows the XO towards sickbay.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::walks with the XO:: XO: Nice flying, sir.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::smiles:: CNS: I'll teach you how to scuff up the shuttle bay like me someday soon. ::does a quick glance at the shuttle while heading out::
Host Meekin says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Pause Mission: Time Lapse - 3 minutes~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~

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