Host Susan says:
Mission Summary 10506.13

Host Susan says:
Things seem to be running smoothly aboard the station.  And all are waiting for the arrival of the Kriosian Ambassador and his entourage.

Host Susan says:
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CTO Mahl says:
Double checking his dress uniform, making sure there are no wrinkles or dust on it::

XO Martin says:
::standing on the lift, still steaming from her last encounter with the XO, and heading for Operations::

CEO Krell says:
:: Checks his Dress uniform in-front of the mirror :: Self: I hate these things

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
ACTION:  The ETA for the Ambassador's arrival is 15 Minutes.

CTO Mahl says:
::Leaves his quarters, and makes a quick run to Station Ops to double check the security monitors::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::at her station::

CEO Krell says:
*XO* Hey Martian...::lets out a chuckle:: You ready to go?

XO Martin says:
::grumbling as she steps off the lift into OPS:: *CEO* What the hell are you goin' on about?

CO Regnum says:
::chatting with the Admiral in Operations about the upcoming banquet::

CTO Mahl says:
::steps out of the lift into station ops::

CEO Krell says:
:: a little shocked ::*XO* Ummm...the Ambassadors Arrival...were all supposed to be in our dress uniforms and in the Bay in 15 minuets...Come on Martian...your memory can't be that bad.

XO Martin says:
::snorts:: *CEO* Last I recall, I was ordered back to Operations by Commander Regnum...unless he's changed his mind, again? ::doesn't sound too pleased::

CEO Krell says:
*XO*: Martian...you have a bad night?

CTO Mahl says:
::is surprised to see the XO in ops:: XO: Ma'am, aren’t you supposed to be in the docking bay to greet the Ambassador?

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<Hamilton> CO: It seems you have everything ready to go.  I'm going to retire to the banquet room and let you all continue your duties uninterrupted. ::walks toward the lift, nods at Martin:: XO: Good Morning, Commander.  ::smiles::

CTO Mahl says:
::Feels some very negative vibrations coming from the XO::

XO Martin says:
::looking around Operations, getting more frustrated at the CTO's words::

XO Martin says:
*CEO* Bad night?...Hmph...that's none of your business.

CO Regnum says:
XO: Commander, what are you doing up here, didn't you just leave to go to greet the Ambassador for us, and what have you done to your uniform?

CTO Mahl says:
XO: Can I get you anything, Ma'am?  A cup of coffee or something?

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
ACTION:  The Ambassador's vessel hails the station and requests permission to dock and docking instructions.

XO Martin says:
::narrows her eyes at the CTO before looking at the ... CO?:: CO: Sir...you just ordered me to stay in Operations - and I might ask what you've done with yours.

CTO Mahl says:
::Thinks to himself "or a sedative"::

CEO Krell says:
*XO*:Just make sure your in the Bay in 15 minuets Martian...don't want to make the Captain mad. Krell Out.

CEO Krell says:
::makes his way to the Landing Bay::

CTO Mahl says:
CO/XO: If you will both excuse me, I must go down and be with the welcoming party for the Ambassador.

XO Martin says:
CO: Last I recall, that wasn't standard issue for the Empire - unless they changed it in the last fifteen minutes ::frowns::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::is puzzled by what is going on in Operations::

CO Regnum says:
XO: I'm wearing the same uniform I was a few minutes ago, and I didn't order you to stay here, I ordered you to greet the Ambassador and bring the Ambassador to the Banquet you have so studiously prepared in his honor.

CTO Mahl says:
::Gets into the turbolift, and heads for the docking bay::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<Hamilton> ::arrives in the banquet hall and makes sure that everything is in order::

CO Regnum says:
XO: Empire? ::Sensing a great deal of confusion and a highly unusual amount of anger coming from the XO, as for the confusion he is feeling it himself:: Perhaps you are not feeling well commander, you were up rather late last night..

XO Martin says:
::is rather taken aback by the CO's words:: CO: Sir...banquet?...You aren't serious?....::laughs hesitantly after a moment:: Oh, oh, I get it, nice joke...

CEO Krell says:
*CTO*:Ensign Krell to Chief Mahl

XO Martin says:
CO: If you actually want me down there though...I guess I get the glory and honour for myself ::grins, rather maniacally::

CTO Mahl says:
*CEO* Mahl here, what can I do for you ensign?

CO Regnum says:
XO: Yes... Banquet, you were up late last night preparing it, and you were just now on your way to greet the Ambassador and welcome him graciously to our station, however I feel that perhaps you would do better with some sleep

CEO Krell says:
*CTO* Something's wrong with Commander Martin...

CTO Mahl says:
*CEO* you can say that again, ensign.

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> ::sends docking instructions to the Ambassador's vessel and locks tractors after they cut propulsion:: CO: Captain, we're bringing in the Ambassador's ship now.

CEO Krell says:
::enters the docking Bay::

CEO Krell says:
*CTO*:Something's wrong with Commander Martin...sir...::lets out a little laugh::

CO Regnum says:
XO: You seem in no state to greet the prestigious ambassador, your uniform is incredibly unsuitable for meeting someone of his stature. I shall go welcome him myself, you have Operations for the moment Commander ::goes to the turbolift, furrowing his brow in confusion.::

CTO Mahl says:
*CEO* This is no laughing matter, Ensign.  I have just come from station ops, and the Commander is definatly not herself today.  

XO Martin says:
::rolls her eyes:: CO: Sleep? Please...::shrugs and looks at the CO walks away:: Suit yourself...not my fault you keep changing orders...

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
CO: Sir is the XO feeling all right today?

CEO Krell says:
*CTO*:I know sir...Sorry Sir...I used to know the Commander at the Academy. I know something isn't right.

CTO Mahl says:
*CEO* We will discuss this more, in person, after we have greeted the Ambassador properly.  Mahl out.

CO Regnum says:
XO: Commander I am not accustomed to this attitude coming from you, Do get some sleep soon, perhaps it would be best if you skipped this banquet to get some rest

XO Martin says:
::sniffs, and takes a seat in the Second Officers seat, lounging back somewhat lazily::

XO Martin says:
CO: Whatever, sir...I'm perfectly fine… ::starting to get a bit suspicious about all this concern about how she's acting::

CO Regnum says:
OPS: Apparently not, Lieutenant, though I don't rightly know why ::he says just before the turbolift doors close and he heads to greet the ambassador::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> ::glances back at the exec and shrugs, then whispers:: OPS: What's with her today?

CEO Krell says:
::stands in line::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::watches the XO's body language::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
ACTION: The Ambassador's vessel arrives.

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
FCO: I have no idea but it isn't good what I am seeing.

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> XO: Commander, I thought you had command, Sir.

XO Martin says:
::glances back and forth between the FCO and OPS:: OPS/FCO: What are you yammering about, get back to work!

XO Martin says:
FCO: What? ::looks confused:: Of course I do...don't even think of questioning me.

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> XO: I am working, Sir.  All is quiet for now as space was cleared for the Ambassador's arrival?

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> XO: I'm not questioning you.  It's just that you usually sit in the Captain's chair or your own chair when you are in charge.

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::looks back at the XO::  XO: Sir I am working as you well can see.  I am concerned for your mental state that is all.  ::turns back to her station and resumes her work::

XO Martin says:
::stares at the FCO like they've gone mad:: FCO: You're mad...the Captain has killed people for less, I don't think I'd even consider taking her seat while she's off...

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> XO: Sir?  I don't believe the Captain has killed anyone

CTO Mahl says:
::Arrives just as the Ambassadors ship docks::

CEO Krell says:
:: nods at the CTO ::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::shakes head and begins to wonder just who is going mad::

CTO Mahl says:
::Nods back at the CEO:: CEO: Ensign.

CO Regnum says:
::straightens his uniform outside the airlock, ready for the Ambassador's arrival, though he wishes he had a longer chance to make himself more presentable::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
ACTION: As the last of the Arcadia welcoming committee arrives, the hatch on the Ambassador's ship opens and the gangplank lowers.

XO Martin says:
::snorts back a laugh:: FCO: Where have you been? Killing is a part of the Empire!

XO Martin says:
::looks mildly amused by the naivety of the FCO::

CEO Krell says:
ALL: Ambassador On Deck ::snaps to attention::

CTO Mahl says:
::Snaps to attention::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::slowly walks down the gangplank, nodding briefly::

CTO Mahl says:
::Stands at attention as the Ambassador passes::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::smiles broadly:: ALL: As you were, and thank you for this warm welcome.

CTO Mahl says:
::Stands down, at ease::

CO Regnum says:
::stands at attention until the Ambassador gets to the deck, then he extends his hand to shake the Ambassador's:: Ma`chek: Greetings Ambassador Ma`chek, welcome to Arcadia Station

CEO Krell says:
::stills stands at attention::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::hands moving on the operations consoles as usual::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> XO: Killing is a good way to get yourself arrested and sent to a Federation penal colony.

CO Regnum says:
Ma`chek: I am Captain Regnum, I hope you will find your stay here comfortable.

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
FCO: Please are you trying to get us killed?

XO Martin says:
::biting her nails, wondering why everyone is acting so weak and strange, frowns at the FCO::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::looks back to see her biting her nails:: Self: This is not a good situation.  I wish I was Betazoid.

XO Martin says:
FCO: Federation?....What exactly are you going on about? And killing in the name of the Empire brings glory, and honour, and great things who don't bow down to weakness

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::shakes the Captain's hand:: CO: Quite a courteous staff you have.  Ambassador Kail Ma`chek of Krios, I am sure that my stay will be quite comfortable.  Please, do not put your people out for me.  My staff and I will be quite comfortable taking care of ourselves.

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> XO: Forgive me, Commander, but you are talking like some sort of warped Klingon warrior.

CO Regnum says:
Ma`chek: If that is your wish, however I do hope that you will consent to joining me and my senior staff, as well as Admiral Hamilton at a banquet we have prepared in your honor.

XO Martin says:
::sneers:: FCO: Klingons...hmph....at least they have some sense on their heads...unlike some of the bloody aliens the Empire's come across

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::bows slightly:: CO: I would be honored.  However, before this banquet, I would like to rest and freshen up.  Being aboard ship can get to be quite uncomfortable.

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::is now getting heated with the present conversation::

CTO Mahl says:
::walks up behind the CO, and whispers to him:: CO: Sir, if you will excuse me for a moment, I need to check on something in ops.  I will be down to the banquet shortly.

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> ::thinks the XO has completely lost her mind::

XO Martin says:
::starting to think she should just shoot the FCO, instead of getting into a heated discussion::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> ::shakes her head and turns her attention back to the flight console::

CO Regnum says:
::bows as well:: Ma`chek: Of course Ambassador. Normally I would have my Chief Tactical Officer escort you to your quarters, however he seems to have other matters to attend to at the moment, I would be pleased to escort you myself. Right this way Ambassador.

CEO Krell says:
CO: Sir...I would be happy to escort the Ambassador. ::walks up to the CO::

CTO Mahl says:
::Hastily heads for the turbolift, and orders it to ops::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::smiles:: CO: That if very kind of you to take this much time out of your busy schedule.

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::stands up and turns around and looks the XO square in the face:: XO: Sir it is in my opinion that you are going through something that should be dealt with by a Counselor.  If I had the power to relieve you from duty I wouldn't hesitate.  You are bordering on being insubordinate.

CTO Mahl says:
::The lift stops in ops, heads out and straight to his tactical console::

CO Regnum says:
Ma`chek: It is no trouble at all Ambassador, truth be told, I could use the break from paperwork ::he says with a grin::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::still standing looking at the XO::

XO Martin says:
::looks up, and gives OPS a bland look, apparently bored:: OPS: Sit down and get back to work. ::looks away and mutters to herself:: Self: You'd think I  was the one acting crazy, the way they're acting...sheesh

CTO Mahl says:
::Looks at OPS and the XO, who are seemingly having a stare down:: OPS/XO: Is there a problem, ladies?

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::nods:: CO: Yes, I understand that as well.  With command comes responsibility.  With responsibility comes beaurocracy and the accompanying red tape.

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::now looks at the CTO:: Sir I think something should be done concerning the XO.  She is becoming quite insubordinate and needs a CNS badly.

XO Martin says:
CTO: Only a problem if you don't want a warm bed tonight...

CTO Mahl says:
::Continues to his console, not waiting for an answer.  Once there, taps a few buttons, and by doing so, has now put the XO under covert surveillance::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
<FCO> CTO: The Commander here is not acting herself.

CTO Mahl says:
::Looks up, a bit startled at the XO's comment:: XO: Ma'am?

XO Martin says:
::smirks:: CTO: You heard me.

CTO Mahl says:
XO: Yes, I heard the words, but cant seem to place the sentiment.

CO Regnum says:
Ma`chek: I'm just fortunate I'm not good enough of a diplomat to be made an Ambassador, the red tape would strangle me

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::still standing staring at the XO waiting for something to happen::

XO Martin says:
::sighs and rolls her eyes:: CTO: Helloo...like last night.

CTO Mahl says:
::Finishes taping those buttons, then sends a quiet message to the CMO, so he knows what’s going on with the XO::

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::her Indian blood now getting heated even more::

CTO Mahl says:
XO: What about last night?  I had an old earth style burrito, it gave me heart burn, so I went to bed.

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::chuckles:: CO: I often feel the same way.

CEO Krell says:
::follows the CO::

XO Martin says:
::pauses, noting the CTO isn't joking about that::

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
ACTION:  Medical receives notice of the Exec's actions and confusing behavior.

CTO Mahl says:
XO: I cant wait to see what sort of preparations you made for this banquet.  Knowing you, I am sure they are splendid.

XO Martin says:
::trying to sort this out in her head as quickly as she can...nothing is really making sense...::

CTO Mahl says:
::Walks down towards the XO::

XO Martin says:
::tilts her head to one side:: CTO: Say...you took the Ambassador out as planned....right?

OPS Lt. Running Horse says:
::stands still just waiting::

CEO Krell says:
CO: Sir I believe the Ambassador would love a Tour of Engineering when time permits

CTO Mahl says:
::Not realizing what the XO means:: XO: No, the Ambassador decided to freshen up a bit, otherwise I would have done the escorting.

CMO Burton says:
::Reads the report on the XO::

CO Regnum says:
::leading the Ambassador to his VIP Suite:: CEO: Ensign Krell, would you mind escorting the Ambassador's staff to their appropriate suites?

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
::nods:: ALL: During our stay, I would enjoy a tour of the station.

CEO Krell says:
CO: I would be honoured sir.

XO Martin says:
::stands from her seat, not taking her eyes off the CTO:: CTO: I thought the plan was to take him out...he should be dead by now.

CTO Mahl says:
XO: dead?  Perhaps you need some rest.  Would you like me to escort you to your quarters, nothing professional, just to make sure nothing is wrong?

CEO Krell says:
Ambassador’s Staff: This way please sir...

CO Regnum says:
::stands next to the door to the Ambassador's suite, he presses the panel on the wall to open the door:: Ma`chek: Your quarters sir

Host Ambassador Ma`chek says:
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