Host SMLea says:
Summary: Proverbial gears whirl aboard the USS Andromeda as the crew scurries to complete its final objectives in preparation for following the latest trails regarding the mysterious abductors.
Host SMLea says:
Summary: Ensign McQuade has obtained a temporary pass to take Meekin to the data modules to analyze what was drawn from the Chalak system computers.
Host SMLea says:
Summary: Meanwhile, Ensign Ivara has been given full clearance from the acting supervisor of the Gehmohr Science Station to coordinate with Martinis Mek to obtain more scans of the outlying region.
Host SMLea says:
Summary: Ensign Zdunowski remains stable, but unconscious in sickbay, the severe blows to his head repaired to the best of the medical staff's ability, but the specter of permanent brain damage still looming.
Host SMLea says:
Summary: Commander Power has analyzed the sensor data received from Ensign Ivara and has a clear path in mind to follow-up on the sensor trails, as well as the odd link between Attaché Light and the Ferengi trade vessel - but will the Captain agree?
Host SMLea says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Begin USS Andromeda Mission: "Safe Passage" 11204.28~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Sanding next to Ensign Zdunowski in the silent medical bay, focused on his chart as she makes notations and adds information on his condition.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::closes down the file on that information that Sky gave him, working through the information::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::in stellar cartography adjusting the controls and fiddling with data streams nervously as she waits for the call from Martinis::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::sends a light mental query to Sky about the FCO's condition, while getting up and ordering more tea from the replicator::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::steps up and heads into the CO's ready room::
Host Martinis_Mek says:
ACTION: A light blinks at OPS. A comm request for Ensign Ivara is coming through from the station.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: You got a minute?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::concentrating entirely on some information he is reading on his computer before pausing and looking up::  XO:  Of course Conor.  Have a seat....what is it?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
<Ops_Martins> *CSO* OPS here, I have a comm signal from the station for you
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CNS: At the moment, it is uncertain.  The damage was greater than initial scans had shown.  But there is something more... almost a lack of desire to live.  I wonder what exactly happened.~~~~
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: I've been playing diplomat/detective. You may want to bring your wife in on this.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::looks upward then points to the communications terminal::*OPS*Put it through to stellar cartography. Thank you.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::sips the red colored tea that originated from Southern Africa on Earth:: ~~~CMO: Ok, let me know if I can help. I've gone through the data you gave me and I'm ready to go speak to T’kala if you want to come along.~~~
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::moves his attention entirely to Conor::  *CMO*:  Sierra, please report to my RR.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
<OPS Martins> *CSO* Patching it through ma'am. ::directs the comm link to stellar cartography::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks up to see Dr. Wilcox entering and calls him over.::  *CO*:  I will be right up.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Something to drink while we wait?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::settles behind his desk again, putting the tea to one side and picking up the PADD again::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: I'd settle for a soda right now
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::gets up and walks over to the replicator::  XO:  Kind?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Hands him the PADD she had been working on and gives him some quick instructions.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Coke would be perfect
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@COM: Andromeda: CSO: Martinis Mek here.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::After a moment, she leaves medical for the nearest lift.  As the doors close, she leans back for a moment against the lift wall.  She is tired in so many ways.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::walks over and hands Conor his Coke and makes his way back behind his desk::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CNS: I am being called to the ready room.~~~~
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gets up and heads for the door:: Computer: Locate T’kala. ~~~CMO: Understood. I'll see what I can find out~~~
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Too soon she feels the lift slowing and pushes her body away from the wall to stand.  As the doors slide open, she steps onto the bridge.::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
COM: Gehmohr: Martinis: Martinis Mek this is Xerus Ivara of the Andromeda. 
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::takes the coke:: CO: Cheers
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<Computer> CNS: Ensign T’kala has been confined to her quarters.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::heads for the TL::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Not really noting her surrounding, she nods her head in brief greeting to those she passes as she makes her way to the ready room door.  As the door slides open, she enters.::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Her eyes go straight to Ethan's::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks toward the door as Sierra enters::  CMO:  Thank you for coming Sierra.  Conor requested that you be here for whatever it is he is about to tell us.
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@::Smiles in his quiet, pleasant way:: COM: Andromeda: CSO: Back to the Chalak way, I take it?  It is a pleasure to speak with you again, Xerus Ivara of the USS Andromeda.  How can I be of help, Ensign?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods toward the first officer as she moves to stand beside the desk.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::takes a short ride down to the correct deck and heads down the corridor, the guard outside her door very conspicuous:: SEC: I'm here to ask the Ensign some questions. ::waits for them to open the door::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::swivels the CO's terminal around and brings up a sensor scan on the display::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
~~~CMO:  You okay?  You look quite tired.~~~
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<SEC_Jakobs> ::Nods:: CNS: Yes sir.    ::Steps aside and triggers the door to open::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: As I was originally saying, I've been playing the role of diplomat/detective.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks up at his screen on the wall::  XO:  Yes?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods at Jakobs and enters the room:: T’kala: Ensign. May I ask you some questions regarding the incident on the bridge?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: Here is a scan the CSO managed to convince a person above the Chalak station to give to us
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~ CO:  I am tired.  But I am as fine as one can be under the circumstances.~~~~
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: They have far superior sensor tech compared to us in terms of distance and resolution and you can see there are 5 distinct trails here
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::her face carefully neutral, just a quirk of a smile flicking across her features:: COM: Gehmohr: Martinis: As you say. I was most impressed with you sensor technology.  Those items you highlighted earlier do not even appear on our sensor logs. I was curious if you would be able to scan that same sector of space and send a copy of your scan to me so that I can attempt to identify the dissipation speed of the trail.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: A touch of humor lightens her eyes as she tries to imagine the first officer in the role of a diplomat at it is not a role he favors.::
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela>::Sitting quietly toward the edge of her quarters, legs crossed before a small meditative altar...after a moment's pause, she looks up to face Varesh:: CNS: You are my superior officer, Counselor; you may of course ask me any questions you wish.  ::Stands to her feet:: However, I am unfamiliar with this "bridge incident" you refer to.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks intently at the screen::  XO:  And what is this telling us?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks at the screen and trails, listening.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gives a small internal sigh:: T’kala: Do you know the reason for your confinement to quarters?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: The red line is the typical trade routes in this sector, the green is us, gold is duderon particles and the blue is the particle given off by our friends with the mystery tech. You can see one trail ends at the location of the Ferengi trade vessel where I may have blown it up.
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@::Matches his expression to hers, but quickly nods:: COM: Andromeda: CSO: Of course.  Just a moment, Ensign Ivara.   ::Turns aside from the communications screen a moment to access the stellar cartography controls of the station::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::leans forward in his chair::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: We believe the duderon particles were being emitted by the ship which was involved in the kidnapping due to retrofitting of the mystery tech on Ferengi systems
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  So are you saying we should follow the trail that heads into uncharted space, where it appears to end?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: Just not yet there are some other things as well
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela>::Moves toward the couch in her quarters, gesturing questioningly for permission before actually making any sort of move to sit:: CNS: Only that it was important I remain in my quarters until further notice.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: The Ferengi vessel had crystals which appear to be remarkable similar to what is keeping Light alive. As far as we know this condition developed on a blackops mission but we know no details. We need to reach out to our contacts to find out more about this.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
XO:  Excuse me commander, Keeping Light alive?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: The Chalak have detailed scans of everything within a 10 ly radius except for the Delta system. The 4th planet in that system mysteriously blew up and they stopped keeping scans of it since
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Conor, while this is significant progress, I'm just very anxious to get going.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CMO: This came from your staff, we'll follow up again on that point
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
XO:  Planets do not mysteriously blow up.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::opens a sub channel to receive data.:: COM: Gehmohr: Martinis: also some logs for the past few weeks showing that area would be helpful.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: I played diplomat with the Chalak and they have agreed to give us access to their sensor array for the time being. The CSO is working on extracting more details from scans between the original one and now. This should tell us a timeline and let us know if the mystery ship has been following us all this time to Redniy where it took off, or the path it took was a pure coincidence
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  What kind of timeframe are we looking at here?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: I've also had the CSO deploy probes to the Delta system to figure out what is going on in there
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela> ::Continues standing there:: CNS: Do you mind, Commander, if I sit?  What can I do for you?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: She's working on it now. I'll check in with her once this is done
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods at the EO to sit and moves to a seat opposite her:: aEO: You were on bridge duty 16 hours ago when the Captain received a message regarding his children that were kidnapped. It has been determined that the message was sent from a console on the bridge that you had access to and that you possess the skills required to hide the origin of the message. My task is to determine if you were indeed involved.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: What I've proposed as our direction for the time being. Is that we go check out the Delta system and see why the Chalak don't want to know about it anymore. Once that is done, we'll follow the particle trail and inspect the 3 planets the mystery ship passed close to and then check out the Eta Serpentis system.
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@::Continues working at the Stellar Cartography controls a moment, nodding silently to Ivara's question, then presses a final button to send the data:: COM: Andromeda: CSO: Ensign Ivara, please accept the following data transmission, including a new scan of the sector on via short-range sensors, as well as my most recent scan of that sector,
Host Martinis_Mek says:
from approximately a week ago.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As she listened to the first officers proposal, she felt a coldness slip deeper inside her.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO/CMO: Thoughts? Questions?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::gets up from his chair::  XO:  Then let's not waste more time.  Have helm set a course and get started.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks at Ethan and briefly closes her eyes before standing.::
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela> ::Sits, as indicated, and nods slowly:: CNS: I see, Commander. Thank you for your forthrightness. I am...quite willing, to do whatever you feel necessary to redeem myself. For now, I can but assure you that I had had no part in any attempt to hard the Captain's children, or to taunt him with such a message.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CMO:  Your thoughts Sierra?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Once the download from the Chalak station is complete we can get underway. I've also had the CEO working on debriefing our current guest aboard. I've told her the options she has open to her right now. I think she is resigned to the fact she'll return to the station once the debrief is complete.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::nods slightly and watches the data feed into the computer:: COM: Gehmohr: Martinis: I have accepted the data you sent. If there is any information about the composition of the trail and how it was detected I would appreciate it.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
aEO: I didn't see a reason for beating about the bush. I'd rather work this out logically than jump to wild conclusions. If you will allow me to link with your mind, it will cut out all the irrelevant information.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  Why?  Why would whomever take the children?  What is it we are missing?  I see no logic to this situation.  And I understand the reason for stopping at the various planets, to make certain we have not missed anything, but I also see things getting further and further away time wise.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::looks down at his feet and doesn't want to get involved::
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela> ::Nods once:: CNS: A very sensible course of action. I approve of your logic, Counselor.  ::If a Vulcan such as herself could smile, there might be a twinge at the corners of her mouth, at the thought of applauding someone so "emotional" as a counselor for his logic::  At your convenience, Commander.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  You know, we are kind of backtracking a bit.  Wouldn't it be in our best interest to perhaps send a shuttle to the Delta system and have the Andromeda head towards that trail?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: The last time we left a shuttle to investigate something like this, a ship blew up and we had an overcrowded shuttle with an investigation crew aboard it.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::grins:: aEO: I've spent a lot of time around Vulcans, Ensign, it was the best course of action to suggest. ::moves to sit closer:: We can start now. Show me your recollection of the time in question.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Then we'll just have to send a bigger shuttle now won't we?
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@::Presses his lips together unhappily:: COM: Andromeda: CSO: I regret that that information is still highly classified, Ensign Ivara. I do wish I could be of more help to you in that area.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: We could but if they get into any trouble we'll be further away from them.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  We have family already out their searching.  Why not let them continue with that avenue?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  That's a chance we'll just have to take.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::nods slightly the glint of curiosity in her eyes, why would they classify something like this.:: Com: Gehmohr: Martinis: Can you answer me the nature of the trail? Radiation? Particle? Anomaly? So that I may be more clear when addressing my superior officers?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Not that I want to be the bad person here but you are the Captain of this ship and your first duty is to this ship and her crew. You cannot in good faith send a crew in a shuttle to a system which is 25 days away to a system where planets blow up. I know the disappearance of your children is traumatic but you cannot throw everything away to just chase after a path which may or may not lead to them.
Host Martinis_Mek says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela> ::Nods, and carefully places her fingers along their course at the sides of Varesh's face:: CNS: Very well.  Relax, and I will share with you my memories.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Your concern is noted Conor.  But tell me how exactly is the destruction of a planet in this system having anything to do with this ship and crew?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::takes a deep breath and does his own mental preparations:: aEO: I am ready.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Throughout the discussion, as it has done for weeks, the weight of passing time seems to press down harder on her heart.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Because we have people with a mystery tech which is far superior to our own, who appear to be rather interested in us and appear to have tech which makes planets blow up. In the defense and security of this ship and the entire Federation we should be figure out who can do this and why.
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@::Smiles sympathetically, fully identifying with the scientific curiosity he sees at the other end of the communications aperture:: COM: Andromeda: CSO: I am afraid, Ensign Ivara, that we are not at liberty to discuss our investigations into unknown forms of life.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  But, to alleviate your concerns, you will take the Andromeda to the Delta system.  I will take a shuttle and head towards the ending of that trail.
Host Martinis_Mek says:
@::Keeps his expression as neutral as possible, as he follows up with:: COM: Andromeda: CSO: Is there anything further I can do for you, Ensign Ivara?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Rock and hard place here. I can't let you go off in a shuttle towards uncharted space.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
COM: Gehmohr: Martinis: No, thank you for everything.  I look forward to working with you again in the future
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: sighs in relief::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  I understand your concerns Conor, I really do.  But day after day goes by and nothing.  I'm getting tired at just more and more days going by and still nothing about my children.  This will be my decision.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Afraid not. The safety of the ship and its crew is your concern, the safety of the CO is mine.
Host SMLea says:
ACTION: For a moment, Varesh stiffens, then relaxes, as if against his will, as the last 24 hours of T’kala’s memories flood his mind.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: The shuttle stood ready.  It would take little time to tie up loose ends and head out.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  I will take Aaron and Aidan with me.  You really don't think my brother would let anything happen to me, do you?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: We can make it to Delta in 2 days at warp 8. Give me 48 hours in the system and we'll follow the particle trail after that.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::takes another deep breath:: aEO: Thank you, Ensign. I will give my findings to the Captain and you will soon be released for duty again.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::sits back in his chair and sighs::  XO:  I'm going to take a few minutes to think about it.  I'll join you on the bridge shortly.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::nods at the CO and heads out::
Host SMLea says:
<aEO_Ens_T'kela> ::Nods slowly, folding her hands carefully in her lap as the meld is complete::  CNS: I hope I was able to be a help to you.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gets up:: aEO: It was a great help, than you. I will take my leave to report my findings. ::gets up and heads out into the corridor and the TL to reach the bridge::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: as the door closes behind the first officer, she turns toward her husband.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
~~~CMO: I just spoke to T’kala and she's not involved. I will examine the memories she gave me, but at first glance she's clean.~~~
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CNS:  Then we are back to zero.  Thank you.~~~~
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::sends her a mental hug and continues to the bridge::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  T’kala was not involved.
Host SMLea says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Pause Mission - Time Lapse: 1 hour~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~

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