Star Trek: A Call To Duty

Arcadia Station 
 SB-101
 SD 10707.23

Starring:

D. L. Eubena		as	[ACO] Commodore Franklin H. Yost

Einar Sigurdsson		as	[XO] Commander Jonathan Rome

Kyle Wilson		as	[FCO] Lieutenant Ryushi

Gina Hembrook		as	[CTO] Ensign Brianna Murphy

Jean-Pierre		as	[TO] Ensign Jorn Thalataar

Julie Leger		as	[CEO] Lieutenant Karri Lynn Spanner

Theresa Wilson		as	[CMO] Commander Tessa Rezoph Jakiel

John Harness		as	[CNS] Lieutenant Junior grade Darna Hei Ran

Christina Doane		as	[CIV] Commander Paige Juliet Harker

NPC’s

D. L. Eubena		as	So’Quon Giraldi

Absent:

Anna Menser		as	[MO] Lieutenant Junior grade Bellatrix Niventra

Gregg Kleiner		as	[CSO] Christopher Halliwell

-=/\=--=/\=--=/\=--=/\=- Interlude: "Big Brother Commodore" -=/\=--=/\=--=/\=--=/\=-

XO Cmdr Rome
::sits in a bunk, one amongst many, in the Cadet barracks, waiting on the others::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Is eating a few vegetables while he sits in the barracks with the others.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::walks in, glad for the long rest, stops and looks around the barracks, sensing Rome and sees him, walks over:: XO: Good to see you again, Commander. ::smiles and takes a seat::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Walks into the barracks, looking around, cautious as always::
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::exits his quarters in uniform and heads for the turbolift:: TL: Ops.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: Commander...good to see you again. ::smiles:: You look wonderful.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Walks in curious as to the XO's reasoning behind this meeting. Nods to all present and sits on a nearby bunk.::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
::sits in the station commander's office adjacent to Ops, feeling his eyes burn staring into all the padds of paperwork he's dealt with for days on end, waiting for the FCO to arrive::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Leans against a bulkhead next to the door and waits::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: I feel pretty good. Everyone checked out after our long 'vacation'. The planet had some rewarding properties, which I'll report once everyone is here.
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::exits the TL in Ops and heads toward the ACO's office. He presses the entrance alarm::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::stands up from the bunk and looks around::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Munches on a purple vegetable.:: Self: Mmmm.. good.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
::looks up at the double doors:: *FCO*: Come in, please.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Looks around waiting for the others to finish arriving before she asks her questions...::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: How are you feeling? ::sees Paige and smiles:: CIV: I still can hardly believe you're here. I'm so glad headquarters sent you!
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::enters the office:: ACO: Good evening, Commodore.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::pats her on the back:: CMO: Never felt better, doc.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
CMO: Glad to see you too, to be honest I hadn't wanted to come at first I liked the Dublin but such is the life of Starfleet...
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Walks into the bunker, conspicuously later than all the others. He says nothing, and stands by the entrance, arms crossed across his chest.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: How are you Skipper? ::calling him that though its been revoked, a subtle way of showing where her feelings lie...::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Oh, lieutenant. Have a seat. I hope they gave you some decent helm time on the Sheffield to keep your skills sharp. I know Captain Locke can be distant, but he is mindful of keeping his officers' skills up to snuff.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::smiles:: CIV: Been better Commander.....we all. ::motions for the group:: need to talk.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: Whats the word?
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
XO: You talk. I'm going to eat. ::Continues to eat a few green items.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
CIV: Yes, I miss it. Did you know my... ::almost says daughter but then thinks better of it since Rhianna aged 10 years and it would be very difficult to explain right now:: Well, I just miss it, too.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: I know none of you have written a report yet, so we need to talk....what can we report?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
All: Your thoughts?
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Keeps silent, watching the rest of the crew, holding up the bulkhead next to the door::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
:;starts to reply to the CMO but falls silent as the XO begins to talk....::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Raises an eyebrow and looks around skeptically at the others. He doesn't look happy.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: Where are you going with this Sir? ::she asks curiously.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: Sir?
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
XO: I have my report done Sir. All I said was to keep the marker buoys up and have traffic avoid the area. I also mentioned Tactical systems would be useless and we found the other two ships, that's it.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: We just finished a first contact mission...we also promised to keep our...endeavor secret. What I'm saying is....::sighs:: can we lie to Starfleet?
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
XO: No.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: No, Sir, we don't need to.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
CMO: You got an idea?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: Continue.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Makes slopping noises as he licks his fingers though he is listening to what the others have to say.::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: I know you were originally supposed to remain here, but there's nothing like a little time on a starship.
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Sighs and allows his head to fall back, looking at the ceiling.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: After 'talking' further with the Gaians...they are agreeable to speaking to the authorities, but they do not want their planet's whereabouts known generally. Although, any of us are very welcome.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: So they changed their minds..?
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
ACO: Yes sir, it was good experience to serve with Captain Locke.
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::takes a seat as instructed::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
CMO: So we put this on to secret, eyes only type report then...just don't take an ad out in the paper..
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::glances over at the CNS and makes note of his recent...and strange behavior::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: No, Sir, not really. It was difficult when they 'pushed' me aside to hear everything, but they only asked if you would keep this place secret generally speaking. It is difficult to understand what they mean sometimes.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::nods to Paige:: CIV: Right.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: I've asked you here regarding business, however. As you might've heard, I'm temporarily running this station, and I need your expertise to manage all incoming and outgoing space vessels.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: They're just very protective of those that live on their planet.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: So we make sure the planet can't be found, but reveal other things in our reports?
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Drops a vegetable on the ground. He looks around and then picks it up off the floor and eats it.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
TO: CAN YOU EAT LATER?
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: In addition, I need you to either act as, or delegate the responsibility of a CAG for the Fighter Squadron wings we're expected to receive from Earth in a couple of weeks. Think you can handle all of that?
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
ALL: It's not like we can give them coordinates, is it? None of it shows up on sensors anyway.
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Just happens to see Thalataar eating off the floor, and winces. Filthy.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::takes a deep breath, just....not having slept much recently::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::considers that for a moment:: XO: I believe so, yes. They don't want other humanoids coming in droves. They realize from our minds what would happen if the knowledge of age reversal and life longevity got to be common knowledge.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: The CTO's got a point Sir. we put an eyes only top secret on this and hope Starfleet can shut up about it...
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
CMO: Maybe we don't want to stress those points in our reports so much eh?
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
ACO: I am in the process of reworking that system of the station, sir. I believe that the title of Chief of Vehicular Operations comes along with my posting, as per the officers' manual. When I was previously assigned to Arcadia Station, I ordered several modifications to the Spacedock facility. I see that these have since been completed.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: I agree.....
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
CIV: Has Starfleet ever been able to shut up about -anything-?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
CTO/CIV: Oh, knowing Intelligence, they'll clamp down hard on this whole thing.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
XO: I have had no time to eat in the last several days. ::Grumbles and shoves his plate aside, having lost his appetite now.::
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
ACO: I am now moving forward toward organizing my staff in such a way that there is a staff of certified flight pattern controllers on duty in Spacedock Control at all times.
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
CMO: Starfleet Intelligence is an oxymoron, Commander, as opposed to the regular morons who work for them. ::smirks::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Indeed they have. You have good ideas...Starfleet Command needs people like you. Perhaps you would be interested in an extra duty?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::looks closer at Jonathan and asks quietly:: XO: Are you feeling all right, Sir?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
All: So we are all in agreement, we talk about what we learned there, but don't mention ways to look for the planet again....nor the healing properties found there.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::chuckles at Murphy's statement, then becomes serious, remembering too much::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::nods to the CMO smiling and mouthing the words 'fine' ::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
All: Or at least really min. any references we do make...
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::hesitates at skipping over the ACO's last remark, about the fighters, then raises an eyebrow:: ACO: Extra duty, sir?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::whispers:: XO: Sorry, just my duty to ask...especially after what we went through.
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Piercingly:: XO: What do we do if folks start asking questions, -pressing- questions?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CNS: Evade....buy time to tell me.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Yes, one that entails the very security of this station. Both Intelligence and Internal Affairs has your name on their potential recruitment list. Would you be interested in being the eyes and ears of Command for either of these groups?
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
CNS: Press back, Mate. ::winks::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Looks unhappily at Murphy, then back to the XO.:: XO: Then what will -you- do?
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Combs his beard with his fingers.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CNS: What I have to I guess.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
All: Well, remember that Verdwijn can just stay hidden....for a long time if they need to. They are telepathic and can just wait out those that come on purpose.
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
ACO: Yes, I once did some work for Starfleet Intelligence - What, exactly, is involved in these duties, if I may so inquire?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
All: Commander Jakiel has a point....we don't need to lie.....just not emphasize the truth, alright?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::waits for the others to respond::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
All: Certain parts...::Nods..
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Wanders over to her TO:: TO: You feeling all right, mate? You don't seem yerself. ::spoken quietly as she stands close::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
CTO: I have alot on my mind. ::Grumbles.::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: It will be a simple task of keeping watch on two particular officers, and reporting directly to me regarding any suspicious activities they may be involved in. These people are Commander Rome, and the station's CMO, Dr. Tessa Jakiel.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
All: So we agreed?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::nods::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Sits down finally, but he makes no movement to confirm Harker's question.::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
TO: Well, talk to the Counselor if ye need too, or take some time off if ye must, but when you get back on duty I want yer head back in the game, aye? ::smiles encouragingly::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::walks into the middle of the group:: All: Agreed?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::turns to look at each person and then...:: CNS: Counselor? You disagree?
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
CIV: I already wrote my report, Commander, and it was along those lines anyway.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Nods at the CTO.::CTO: Good deal.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
CTO: There's nothing wrong with me. ::Shakes his head.::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Frowns, and he speaks very quietly.:: CMO: I agree, I agree.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Well, how about it? You're not adverse to a little espionage, are you?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
All: Good! Than it's settled...and one more thing.......guys......you did good back there, I'm proud and I'm sure Bodine would have been too.
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::considers the Commodore for a moment:: ACO: Commodore, I serve Starfleet Command in the purpose of the United Federation of Planets; no one else, for no other reason. With all due respect, these are officers with whom I have served before and have gained respect for.
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
ACO: How can I be certain that this is an act of Starfleet Command, and not a form of personal vendetta?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
CNS: Okay. XO: Could I ask a question? About something I've been experiencing and I was wondering...
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
XO: What makes you think he would be proud? He shot at the station.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: There's no vendetta implied, lieutenant. This is conventional wisdom. Confucius once said, 'I am not bothered by the fact that I am unknown. I am bothered when I do not know others.'
 
XO Cmdr Rome
TO: The moment I have proof that was John....I'll eat my commbadge, lieutenant...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: Go ahead doc.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO:Sir if we're done here I've got some suggestions for station defense I need to finish..::respectfully.::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Raises his eyebrow and then grabs his own commbadge and tastes it.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: First, a few words in private Pai.....Commander.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Nods, curious again and waits leaning against the bulkhead now.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: Thank you. All: I've been having an awful lot of dreams since our time...there. I wanted to know if anyone else was too?
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Just remember, this is only an offer. There is no pressure to accept. I would rather you focus on your duties if that is what you prefer. But I ask, as a gentleman's agreement, that you do not make mention of this to either Rome or Jakiel. Understood?
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::raises an eyebrow, clearly still uncomfortable:: ACO: Is there a formal briefing from SFI available?
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
XO: If there was nothing else, Sir? I have a lot of station security stuff to catch up on.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::thinks back to the awful barfight...then looks at Paige before answering...:: CMO: Some.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CTO: Dismissed.
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Looks at the CMO again, but says nothing.::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Sticks his tongue out at the taste of the commbadge and then puts it back on his uniform.::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
XO: Thankee Sir. ::Turns and exits the room, heading for the turbolift::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::focuses her mind on routine matters, helps keep old memories at bay.::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Not from SFI, so much as...well, that is classified, I'm afraid. So are we in agreement to keep this silent between us, whether you decide to do it or not?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::her attention doesn't miss the inadvertent slip of tongue Jonathan makes and she can't help sensing the emotions from him and Paige, but tries to 'ignore' it for now::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Stands abruptly with the aire of impatience::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::knowing what she does about the CMO, she glances at the CMO and shrugs.::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Enters the turbolift:: TL: Ops.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: Sir I think the others can be dismissed...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: A side effect from our stay there.....ALL: It will probably wear off.....if not, talk to either Counselor Hei Ran or Doctor Jakiel...........now go on about your duties.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Continues to lean against the bulkhead..::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO/CIV: A Moment of your time before you leave, please.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Nods and grabs his plate of vegetables and leaves from the barracks.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::watches the Counselor, a little worried about his behavior even more than when she saw him last, nods to Paige, but says nothing::
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::sets his face and sits back slightly:: ACO: I will honor your request for silence, Commodore, but I refuse to participate.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: Yes, Sir. ::walks closer to Jonathan:: Seems everyone is very quiet lately.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Returns the nod then turns her attention to the XO.::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Nods at the mention of his name, then leaves quickly without saying a word to anyone; however, he does give the CMO a silent glance as he exits.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: Something on your mind Sir?
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
::nods:: FCO: I see. I accept and respect your word then. Your loyalty to your fellow officers is so noted.
 
ACTION: The door to Yost's office chimes again.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: Doctor....I have a bad feeling about the Counselor...I know it's unprofessional to bring this up like this, but...would you please talk to him, and keep an eye on him? I know you of all people could talk some sense into the boy.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
FCO: Ah, that is my other appointment. Thank you for your time, lieutenant. Dismissed.
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::nods to the Commodore, stands, and exits::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: He doesn't seem well Sir like the Counselor type you know what I mean? ::Glances at the CMO.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: I was thinking of doing that before you asked. Of course I will. I'm worried about him. Has he said anything to you?
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Notices the Counselor.:: CNS: You have been in a bad mood as of late.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: Nothing....and I am not asking you to spy on him, just....talk to him and let me know if he's fit for duty...
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
CIV: No, he doesn't seem to be the general type either. This station needs a friendly advisor and confidante.
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Rushes past Jorn without answering.::
 
ACTION: Ryushi walks past a large, 7 foot tall Kressari man with golden hued scales wearing the uniform of a Starfleet science officer who goes inside the office as the FCO leaves.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Groans at Darna and throws a purple vegetable at him.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Nods:: XO/CMO: Speaking of what this station needs, anyone know anything about the Commodore?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: Right. I've talked to him before, just personally. He can be a bit a diffident, but now...it's more than that I'm sensing.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CMO: Just...talk to him, please. ::smiles::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Arrives in Operations and goes to the Tactical station to start diagnostics on the systems and catch up on a mountain backlog of Tactical stuff::
 
FCO Lt Ryushi
::brushes past a large alien on his way out, keeping his eyes straight ahead, he stops at the VO station on his way out of Ops to check the current traffic pattern activity before heading into the turbolift:: TL: Spacedock, Tiers C, Spacedock Control.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Commodore Yost....time will tell I guess. Now, if you would walk with me to Operations, I have a proposal for you.
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
XO: I will. CIV: And no I don't. I've never been around Commodore Yost. Why?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
CMO: Always curious about my superiors, catch you later for dinner or something? ::Nods to the XO's request.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::smiles to herself:: XO: And that is my cue to be on my way. Paige... ::gives her a hug:: ...Jonathan. I will see you later.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Frowns as he missed Darna and he walks over and picks up the food off the floor and eats it.:: Self: Well, I should get back to the lab. The next set of results should be coming up soon. I hope the Ambassador will be pleased.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Smiles back at the CMO and turns to the XO after the CMO leaves. ::XO: Lead on Sir...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::puts his hands behind his back and starts walking:: CIV: Commander...first off, thanks for keeping our past to yourself....I'd rather not the crew know more than they need to.
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Disappears into the crowd as he enters the public areas of the station, headed... somewhere.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::walks with him. ::XO:I understand Sir. Though I think I've improved there are some things I still prefer to keep to myself. Some things you don't share with a crew...
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Sees Commander Rome and Harker walking towards him and he quickly gets out of the way and hides.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Her face looks trouble for a moment as she remembers sadly that event of long ago..she turns to the present again waiting for the XO to continue.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Exactly Commander...but our stay on Verdwijn brought those events back, but I think with time I should get back to my old self. ::smiles for a second then continues:: What I wanted to ask you was....have you given more though to what area of expertise you wanted to follow on station?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO:I believe my initial assignment is Tactical Advisor for Station Defense...
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Drops a yellow vegetable on the floor which falls near the Commander's feet.::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Exits the public areas.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Not a bad posting, I agree...but would you be willing to assist in another department? During our time on that planet, I see you have a knack with reading between the lines and spotting things other's don't immediately see, you have your wits about you.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::kicks a vegetable and looks around, seeing Jorn standing close::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::She laughs ::XO: Why because I don't shoot as readily as I would want too?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Stops:: TO: Hello Lt.
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::laughs:: CIV: Indeed.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Growls and chases after his food.:: XO: Pardon me sir.. I was just.. inspecting this computer terminal. ::Nods to Commander Harker but scowls at her a bit as well.::
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Continues doing diagnostics and reading reports, stopping to get a Raktajino to keep her going::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::makes her way down the promenade and then stops to look in the window of one of the shops for a moment::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::continues moving with the XO does.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: One of the main purposes of Arcadia station is diplomacy....and so far, we have not found a person qualified enough to hold the position of Diplomatic Officer....someone to be my right hand, next to the station's Counselor, in all diplomatic events.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::When they are walking again.:: XO: And here I thought you liked me, I take it a number one rule would be no shooting the other side?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::said with a small smile.::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
XO: You don't trust his judgment? ::Follows them quickly.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
TO: Did I say that lieutenant? A counselor has more to handle that diplomacy, I want them to work together......why am I telling you this anyway, get back to your duty...::walks on::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: I do like you Paige. ::grins:: And I trust you.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Continues to walk with the XO.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: What about my tactical duties?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: And yes, no shooting diplomats.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: ah peas...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Diplomacy and tactical duties should never rise up at the same time Commander. ::grins:: Unless we did something wrong.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::stifles a grin.::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Growls loudly and hmphs.:: Self: Disrespectful pale face.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: You know its an exercise in frustration right?
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Probably.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Sighs and looks thoughtful, falling silent for the moment in thought.::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
::continues to stroll down the promenade until she comes to the Strawberry Tea room and decides to walk:: 
 
CTO LtJG Murphy
::Makes a full sensor sweep of the area to update her Tactical maps and check the systems, then does a threat analysis on all the vessels in the traffic pattern, just for practice::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Walks over to a computer terminal.:: Computer: Computer, where is Lieutenant Hei Ran?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: New Challenge warring with my Tactical background...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: We need less people shooting and more people talking here Paige...
 
<Computer> Lieutenant Hei Ran is in OPS
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
*TO*: Jorn Thalataar...could I know your whereabouts?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::sighing she stops walking. ::XO: I know, I know, I'm a student of history too, just life was easier when I was a Tactical Lt....
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Mine was easier when I was a Chief Engineer....times change, and people with it.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Rushes off to the nearest turbolift to go to Operations.:: *CMO*: I am heading to the command center to speak with the Counselor...about a matter of importance. What do you need?
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
*TO*: Oh, I see. Nothing for now. Would you tell our good Counselor that when he has time I would like to talk to him later?
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::Nods:: XO: I guess you have a point, ::sighs, looking serious.:: I'm going to regret this and my old Tactical friends are going to give me such a ribbing...but I'll do it...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
::smiles wide and pats her on the back.....realizing he's been doing that a lot lately:: CIV: Wonderful!
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Is in OPS, he approaches the CO's office silently. He activates the buzzer, and the door opens to allow him entry, then closes firmly behind him.::
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
*CMO*: I shall if I see him. ::Enters the lift and instructs it to take him to Operations.::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: But I'll assigned time on the shooting range after every session. ::Grins and continues walking with the XO.::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Agreed. ::laughs::
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: You know you keep doing that and I may need to challenge you to some hand-to-hand combat...
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
::small grin...:
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
ACO: Commodore Yost... ::Quietly::
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: Now Karri has been asking to meet more of my Academy friends....and we want you to come over for dinner tonight, how's that.....and no making fun of the XO. ::grin::
 
CMO Cmdr Jakiel
*TO*: Thank you. Or you could both meet me in the Strawberry Tea house if you like. I’ll be there awhile. Just relaxing.
 
TO LtJG Thalataar
::Waits for the lift to take him to his destination.:: *CMO* I shall see.
 
CIV Cmdr Harker
XO: Be happy to come but I can't promise I won't try to dig up a few stories...
 
XO Cmdr Rome
CIV: As long as I can repay the favor.
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
Kressari:  I'm sorry we're losing you, Commander Giraldi. I understand how important it is to focus on fatherhood. ::notices the CNS's entrance then shakes the Kressari's clawed hand:: Though I'm glad you'll still be consulting with us on behalf of the Science Council. Godspeed in your new civilian life.
 
<So'Quon> ACO: Thank you, commodore. I'll keep in touch. ::turns, nods to the CNS, and exits the office::
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
::Just barely nods to So'Quon as the Kressari exits. He is staring at Yost.::
 
ACO Cmdore Yost
CNS: Mr. Hei Ran...what do you have for me?
 
CNS Lt HeiRan
ACO: I have what you asked for...
 
-=/\=--=/\=--=/\=--=/\=- END INTERLUDE -=/\=--=/\=--=/\=--=/\=-

Star Trek: A Call To Duty – Arcadia Station, SB-101
    
    Original Air Date: 23rd July 2007
    Executive Producer: D.L. Eubena
    Copyright 2007: A Call To Duty
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