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 U.S.S. Claymore
						
 Mission Transcript

 Stardate 10501.18

Episode - 197

     “The Prez ”

    Final

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CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::In the co-pilot's seat watching the long-range sensor monitor:: Pilot: Starbase 55 just came into sensor range.
SO_Love says:
:: Turns to look at the captain::  CO:  Sir, I am picking up a runabout entering the area.  Otherwise, the area is clear.
Pilot says:
# CIV: Navigational sensors confirmed.  We'll be there in 10 minutes, Commander.
SO_Love says:
:: Gets a message from sickbay::  CO:  Sir... if I might be excused?
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
S'vic:  Lt. S'Vic, please open a hailing frequency to the Runabout.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Is getting anxious:: Pilot: Right!
S’Vic says:
CO:  Aye sir.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
COM: Runabout: USS Claymore calling the approaching runabout....Please respond.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::Laying on a biobed in sickbay, every couple of minutes he winces as if wanting to wake up::

ACTION: The FCO begins to drift back to consciousness and the biobed alarms sound.

CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Looks surprised then taps the communication console:: COM: Claymore: This is the runabout Yang Seng Do, Lieutenant Commander Ryan, go ahead, Claymore.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::Standing in the Turbolift...riding down with his PADD in hand...Security reports filing in, as he reads he works his way through the things needing to be checked and heads on to check them::
SO_Love says:
:: Getting another call from sickbay, looks toward the captain for permission.::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
COM:  Yang Seng Do: This is Captain Randolph.  We have a potential threat in the area.  You should practice extreme caution.  What is your ETA to the Claymore?
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::nods to the SO::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::still doing her diagnostics as usual::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Looks at the pilot, surprised the Claymore Captain himself is contacting her:: COM: Claymore: Captain...Sir...our ETA is...::Looks at the readout::...8 minutes, Sir.  Will exercise extreme caution.
SO_Love says:
:: A flash on her console draws her attention along with a curse under her breath.   With permission, she cannot leave now.::  CO:  Captain, I am picking up a trace of that cloaked vessel.  At least it appears to be.
SO_Love says:
:: Interprets the sensor data.::  CO: It is directly between us and the runabout.  The signature appears to be growing.

ACTION: Sickbay informs the XO of the FCO's change in status.

CO_Capt_Randolph says:
Moran:  Red Alert!  
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::Randomly walks up a corridor doing scans...check that all security protocols are being followed::
Moran says:
CO Aye sir!,
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
COM: Yang Seng Do: We are going to Red Alert.  Be advised.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Taps the console and starts the short-range scans:: Pilot: Keep your eyes peeled on the nav sensors, Lieutenant, we could have some trouble.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::hears the red alert klaxon::
Dr T’ail says:
::administers a hypo, a moment later Theron opens his eyes:: FCO: How do you feel?
SO_Love says:
:: Works on trying to get a general lock of the vessel.::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
Dr T'ail:  Actually really, really good, what’s my condition?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::gets the comm from sickbay...and finishes up his scan....all seems secure...lets his PADD do a final sweep of the ship as he heads to sickbay::  
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#COM: Claymore: CO: Acknowledged.  Be advised,, we are altering course and will take up a defensive position.  Ryan, out!

ACTION: A vessel decloaks between the Claymore and the runabout.

XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::gets onto the TL...and rides to Sickbay::
SO_Love says:
CO:  Captain... vessel decloaking between us and the runabout.
Dr T’ail says:
FCO: You had another r-relapse from your pr-rior-r bout with amnesia . . . but this time I am sur-re I have r-repai-red the damage that was causing it . . . I don’t see any r-reason you can’t r-retur-rn to duty, and we just went to r-red aler-rt so I think you might be needed.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Sees a vessel decloaking:: Pilot: Powering up all weapons!  Stand by for evasive maneuvers!
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::sits up and cracks his neck:: T'ail: Thanks Doc, I appreciate it.
SO_Love says:
CO:  Defiant class.  No registration number.  ::Glances down::  No transponder signal.
Pilot says:
# ::Beads of sweat run down his forehead::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::exits the lift and walks through sickbay's door::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
Ens. Spanner: I want all fusion reactors online and hot standby mode.  All damage teams to their assigned places.  I want weapons and shields as well as the engines maintained on high power.

ACTION: The Defiant Class hails the runabout on a channel easily monitored by Claymore.

FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::stands up and sees Taylor enter:: XO: Alex . . . ::smiles::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#Pilot: Defiant class vessel.  No identifying marks and no transponder signal.  Curious....n
SO_Love says:
CO:  The ship is hailing the runabout... open channel.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Well, well ,well...there's Mr. Coma himself...and how is our bill of health?
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
XO: It was just declared clean, I feel great and I am tired of being here . . . I am ready to return to duty.
Cmdor Hentzell says:
COM: Runabout: Yang Seng Do, you are entering restricted space and unscheduled.  Please state your business.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Hears the communication console beeping:: Pilot: And it would seem they want to talk!  ::Taps the console:: COM: Unknown Vessel: This is the Federation runabout Yang Seng Do.  LtCmdr. Ryan.  Identify yourself and state your intentions.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
*CO*: Sir engines and weapons and shields are at 100% with reserves standing by in hot mode.  Engineering is 100% combat ready.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Well then, come along...I have a feeling we should be on the bridge.  ::motions to the door::
SO_Love says:
:: Looks curiously at the captain as she hears the message.::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::follows the XO out of sickbay::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
S/Vic: Open a Channel to that ship.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Tilts her head and hits the comm panel:: COM: Unknown Vessel: We are unaware that this space is restricted.  There are no indicators.  We are scheduled to arrive at Starbase 55.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
Helm:  Set course to intercept.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::Enters the TL...and tells the computer to go to the Bridge...turns his eyes over to the FCO:: FCO: So..how was the sleep?
Helm Officer says:
CO:  Aye sir.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#COM: Unknown Vessel: Now, I've complied with your request.  Identify yourself and state your intentions.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
XO: Uneventful, which I am glad, my last unconscious experience caused me some unnerving visions . . .
Cmdor Hentzell says:
COM: Yang Seng Do: Commander Ryan, this is Commodore Hentzell, special attached to the Federation President. We do not have you arriving for another two days.  Explain.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: To many visions...glad your back this time.
SO_Love says:
:: Monitoring the communication frowns in annoyance.::  CO:  I am picking up 40 life forms of humans, Vulcans and Andorians.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Motions for the pilot to check out this Commodore Hentzell then taps the comm panel:: COM: Hentzell: We were diverted from our previous rendezvous coordinates to Starbase 55.  We stopped to assist a Marcozian passenger vessel then increased speed to make up time.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
XO: Me too . . ::exits onto the bridge and makes for the helm:; CO: Lt. Commander Theron reporting for duty . . . with Doctor T'ail’s blessing.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  Good to see you on you feet again Commander...
Cmdor Hentzell says:
COM: Claymore: Captain Randolph, can you confirm Commander Ryan's statement?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::follows the FCO onto the bridge::  CO: Commander Taylor reporting...and all security checks and scans have been completed.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::nods:: CO: Thank you sir . . .  ::makes a smile at the SO then takes the conn::
SO_Love says:
:: Looks at Kayle and shakes her head unbelievingly.  T'ail must be the miracle worker today.::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
COM:  Hentzell: Commander Ryan is to report as my CIV officer.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Listens to Hentzel as he confirms her story with the Claymore CO:: Pilot: Get that info on Hentzel yet?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::moves to his seat with his trusty PADD in hand::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::Still making her rounds and running the necessary diagnostics needed during red alert::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#<Pilot> CIV: Affirmative.  He is listed as Commodore Hentzel all right.  However, they have him working a desk job.
Cmdor Hentzell says:
COM:Claymore: Very well, Captain.  We will allow the runabout through.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#Pilot: Odd...what is he doing out here then?
Cmdor Hentzell says:
COM: Claymore: Captain Randolph.  I shall beam aboard and speak with you.
SO_Love says:
:: Wishing the captain would have a few words with the Commodore and the worry he has been creating.::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
CO/XO: We've reached our heading, all stop.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#Pilot: Contact Starfleet Command.  See if they can confirm his current assignment.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  Full stop.  COM: Hentzell:  I will be awaiting your arrival.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::places the Claymore on standby:: CO: Aye.
SO_Love says:
:: Runs the ship through the data base, not sure what she might find if anything.::

ACTION: The Commodore cuts the comm and immediately beams directly to Claymore's bridge.  The mysterious Defiant Class starship cloaks and disappears from sensors.

CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::looks at the officer standing in front of him:: 
Cmdor Hentzell says:
Randolph: I apologize for my abruptness, Captain, even through your shields.  Your ready room, please?
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#Pilot: She just cloaked!  What the heck?  ::Hits the COM panel:: COM: Claymore: This is LtCmdr. Ryan aboard the Federation runabout Yang Seng Do.  Request permission to dock with the Claymore.
SO_Love says:
:: Notes a couple of tactical officers pulling weapons on the stranger, and tempted to join them.  Most rude...::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::catches a slight power flux and repairs it quickly::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::looks up from his PADD...and notice the Commodore on the bridge::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::motions to the RR::  Hentzell:  This way.  ::walks to his read room door and waits for the commodore to enter::
SO_Love says:
XO:  Ship has re-cloaked.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
COMM: RUNABOUT: CIV: You are cleared to land on the flight deck Commander.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::does the appropriate procedures::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#Pilot: Prepare to enter the docking bay of the Claymore.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: Thank you Ensign...keep scans going...and anything else you can find on the database would be good.
Cmdor Hentzell says:
::follows Randolph into the ready room::
SO_Love says:
XO:  Nothing so far.  ::Looks toward the closed ready room doors.::  And I don't like that at all.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#COM: Claymore: FCO: Acknowledged.  Pilot: Standard approach and for Pete's sake don't scratch the ship!
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::turns in his chair once the CO is off the bridge:: XO: Have we escorted the President yet? I am not sure how long I was away.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
XO:  You have the bridge.  ::Enters his Ready Room::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: Nor do I...but the Captain knows what he's doing....   ::looks over to the FCO:: FCO: Not yet...I don't think...  ::grins::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
CO: Aye sir.
Pilot says:
CIV: Here we go, Commander.  ::Hits the thrusters and heads for the flight deck as the doors open::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#::Powers down the runabout weapons systems::
SO_Love says:
XO:  Are you sure he has not arrived and is somewhere in that PADD of yours?
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::Standing::  Hentzell:  Anything to drink Commodore?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::looks up from PADD::  SO: I surely hope not...he would not like the clutter that is in it....
Cmdor Hentzell says:
Randolph: Captain, I'll make this short. The President will arrive shortly aboard "Starfleet One", an Excelsior class starship.  Nothing for me, thank you.  My ship and I are here to act as escort and advance scout.
SO_Love says:
:: Mischievously::  XO:  I can always clear if for you....
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
XO: The Runabout is boarding Sir.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::sits behind his desk::  Cmdor:  I was under the impression that we were supposed  to escort him.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
#Pilot: Looks like my little shopping trip on the Starbase will have to wait.  ::Frowns and grips the armrests as the runabout enters the flight deck doors and sets down::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Good...Have the LtCmdr report to the bridge.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::continues to monitor her system board and power levels::

ACTION: The runabout's pilot is so intimidated by his passenger that the docking is flawless.

XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: No...no one needs to clear my PADD...not yet anyway..
Pilot says:
CIV: Well, we made it in one piece, Commander.  Powering down engines.  ::Grins::
SO_Love says:
Humph... :: Runs a general scan of the area.::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
*CIV*: This is the bridge, please report here and see Commander Taylor once you settle in Commander.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: How are the scans?
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Hits the COM panel:: *FCO*: Acknowledged.
SO_Love says:
XO:  Area clear sans knowing we are short one ship.
Cmdor Hentzell says:
Randolph: And so you are.  The best analogy I can give you, Captain is that we are the equivalent of the old American agency called the Secret Service while you act as the local police force.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: Understood...keep me posted if anything should happen to show.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
Pilot: Good job, Lieutenant.  Have my stuff offloaded and taken to wherever they are assigning me.  I'll be on the Bridge.  ::Gets up and hits the door control opening the runabout doors and exits::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
Cmdor:  Understood.  Is there anything in particular we should be concerned with right now?
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::double checks and re double checks all of her force field grids and is satisfied with them::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
XO: Are we still deploying runabouts for scout and defense?
SO_Love says:
:: Nods, carefully going through that ships reading, not liking it has an ability she cannot openly scan.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Walks out of the runabout, nods to the flight deck crewman and heads for the nearest turbolift::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: That I know of...all security protocol we set up previously are still in effect.
Cmdor Hentzell says:
Randolph: Not at the moment.  All of our security sweeps have revealed nothing unusual as have yours, I'd imagine.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Enters the turbolift:: TL: Computer, Bridge.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
Cmdor:  They have.  Thank you Commodore.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Tugs on her uniform and runs her fingers through her hair.  Steps out of the turbolift as the doors slide open and pauses to look around::

ACTION: Another ship appears on sensors.  It is a refitted Excelsior Class starship.

SO_Love says:
XO:  I have another ship on sensors.  Excelsior refit.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::nods at the XO, turns back to the conn and checks close range sensors, glances up at the view screen as an Excelsior Class approaches::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Sees the XO and walks towards him but notices he is busy so she hangs back a bit waiting for an opportunity to speak::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: Scan the ship...
SO_Love says:
XO:  On it.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Sees an opportunity and steps up:: XO: Sir, LtCmdr. Ryan reporting for duty.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::looks over to the CIV::  CIV: Welcome aboard LtCmdr Ryan...It is a pleasure to have you aboard.
SO_Love says:
:: Turns::  XO:  It is Starfleet One.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::walks back to her office and her sleeping pet and orders a Valerian root tea::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
XO: Thank you, Sir but I think the pleasure is mine.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: Understood.   *CO*: Sir pardon my interruption sir...but we have Starfleet One on scan sir.
Cmdor Hentzell says:
Randolph: I've been informed that the President has arrived.  I must go.
SO_Love says:
:: Nods a greeting to the new officer.::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
Cmdor:  Understood.  
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
CIV: Now, now...I think its mine...always a pleasure to have a new member to the crew...always.

ACTION: Hentzell nods to Randolph and beams out of the ready room.

CO_Capt_Randolph says:
*XO*: Understood.  I am on my way.  Have the FCO deploy our shuttles in a formation to protect Starfleet One.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
XO: Yes, Sir.  Do you need me to begin my shift now or should I take care of my belongings?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
*CO*: Aye sir.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Commander...deploy the shuttles in a formation to protect Starfleet One.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::hears the COs call and prepares the flight deck, has the crews  prepare to depart:: XO: Aye Commander deploying in standard arrow head formation.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Understood...  SO: Ensign...continue scans.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Watches the XO and Bridge crew work and it brings back fond memories of the Paula Greene::
Cmdor Hentzell says:
COM: Claymore: Captain, I've been informed of a change in schedule.  As soon as we arrive, the President would like to meet with you and your senior staff in the auditorium on Starbase 55.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::enters the bridge::  XO:  Report
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::sends the all clear to depart and opens the doors, getting status reports from each one as they leave the ship:: XO: 3 runabouts are heading for Starfleet One.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Sees the CO enter the Bridge from his Ready Room and stands quietly, observing::
SO_Love says:
:: Scan... scan... scan... ::  XO:  I have a question... if that Commodore’s ship can do what it is doing, why do they need us?

ACTION: Claymore's runabouts launch in sequence as ordered.

CO_Capt_Randolph says:
COM:  Hentzell: Understood, Commodore.  We will report once we arrive at SB 55.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
CIV: You may take your belongings down and return here.  CO: Sir,..the FCO has deployed the shuttles and they are enroute to Starfleet One.  And all security measures are in effect.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Starbase 55!  My shopping trip is still on!  Yay!::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: I'm not sure...but they must need us for something.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
Self: I know that this is an important mission yet my gut instinct tells me other wise.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::monitors the Runabouts from the Conn::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  Relay the orders to the shuttles Commander.  Let’s get to SB 55.  Nice and smooth.   XO:  Very Good Commander.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
CO: Thank you sir.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
XO: Aye, Sir.  ::Turns and walks back to the turbolift and enters:: TL: Computer, Flight deck!
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::sends the message:: CO: Aye Sir.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  ETA?
SO_Love says:
XO:  Area is still clear.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
CO: 3 minutes Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO: Excellent...keep me posted.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks back to the Yang Seng Do.  Enters and begins gathering what's left of her belongings:: Pilot: Thank you for an interesting journey, Lieutenant.  Take care.  ::Hefts the strap of her duffel over her shoulder as she turns and exits the runabout for the last time::
SecChiefPallard says:
COM: Claymore: Captain, station is secure.  The beam in point has been established and coordinates are being sent to your SO and CEO now.
Pilot says:
::Confirms the last of Ryan's equipment has been offloaded then prepares to depart the Claymore::
SO_Love says:
CO:  Captain, given what we now know, do you still wish me to continue trying to find away to detect that ship?
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::ears perk when her computer beeps and begins to receive he beam in point::
SO_Love says:
XO:  I have the coordinates.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
CO/XO: We're entering the perimeter of SB 55, 2 minutes till station keeping.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
*XO*: Sir i have the coordinates as well.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Exits the flight deck of the Claymore headed for the science labs wondering if her lab is near them::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
SO:  Go ahead and try to follow up on it Ms. Love.  Just to make sure.
SO_Love says:
CO:  Aye sir.
Pilot says:
      *Bridge*: This is the runabout Yang Seng Do requesting permission to depart.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
XO:  Contact SB 55 to let them know of our ETA.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
CO: Shall I have the Yang Seng Do wait till the President is safely aboard the station Sir?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
COMM: SB55: Starbase 55 we are approaching the station in 2 minutes.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  Yes Commander.  XO:  Acknowledged, SB 55.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
*Pilot*: This is the bridge, please stand by, you will be given the all clear shortly.
Pilot says:
*FCO*: Acknowledged, standing by.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO/CEO: Understood.

ACTION: Starfleet One and her escorts glide into orbit of Starbase 55.

XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
CO: Sir the SO and CEO have the coordinates.
SO_Love says:
CO:  Aye sir.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
CO/XO: We've reached the coordinates, the Runabouts are coming to full stop and holding position, adjusting our orbit to match.
SO_Love says:
XO:  Starfleet one and escorts are now in orbit around the starbase.  Area still reads clear.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks along the corridor peeking into some of the labs::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
SO/FCO: Understood.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
*ALL HANDS*: All Hands this is the Captain.  Senior Staff report to the transporter room immediately.  Randolph, out.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::leaves the bridge in command with someone and reports to the TR waiting for the rest of his bridge staff::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Smiles and waves to some of the science lab personnel as they look at her curiously.  Keeps moving down the corridor::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::glances around sort of stunned the gets up and enters the TL with the XO and Love::
SO_Love says:
:: Watches as the senior bridge crew departs.::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::hears the command and heads for the Transporter room::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::enters the TL with the FCO and SO::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::waits for the doors to close:: XO: Ok what’s this about?
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::enters the Transporter room and waits::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Not a clue...but I'm interested.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::orders the TL to the right deck::
SO_Love says:
:: Looks at Alex motioning to her and raises an eyebrow, quickly moving to join him.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Hears the COM from the CO, turns and heads for the nearest turbolift and enters:: TL: Computer, Transporter room one.  ::Grips the strap of her duffel adjusting it on her shoulder.  Glad she brought it along::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks a short distance to the transporter room and enters::
SO_Love says:
:: Follows along.::

ACTION: The senior staff gathers at transporter room one and beams over to the starbase.

CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
;;sees the new CIV::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Dematerializes and rematerializes on the Starbase, wondering what the...???::
SO_Love says:
:: Glances around the base, staying close to her group.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Nods to the CEO::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::winks at Love as they walk::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::looks around for a moment::

ACTION: Claymore's senior staff beams into a medium sized auditorium ringed by starbase security.  The President stands at a podium on the main stage.

XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::follows along with the FCO and SO...and looks around idly::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Waits for the rest of the group to move and then falls in behind them as she doesn't have a clue as to what is going on::
SO_Love says:
:: only so they can hear::  XO/FCO:  Is it wise to have all the senior staff here?
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::whispers::  SO: Maybe...Maybe not.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Takes a look around and sees the President standing on the stage::
SO_Love says:
:: Mutters::  XO:  Your not much help.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::shrugs at Loves inquiry:: XO: Should we sit or salute or stand here . . . .?
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::blinks twice::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::sees the President::  Claymore Crew:  Ten Hut!  President:  Captain Randolph and the Claymore's Senior Crew reporting as ordered sir.  ::stands at Attn::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
FCO: Not sure.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::jumps to attn::
SO_Love says:
:: Goes to full attention::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Drops her duffel and comes to attention::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::clicks heals together and stands at attention::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::goes to attention::
ThePrez says:
Randolph: Very well, Captain.  At ease.
ThePrez says:
All: I'm here for one purpose, and unfortunately, my time is short.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
Crew: At ease... ::loosens up a bit but still at attention in some manner::
SO_Love says:
:: Watches carefully.  They had not seen the president during his last abduction and rescue.  Goes to parade rest.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Bends down and grabs the strap of her duffel again::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::Watches the President...and keeps an eye on the surrounding area::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Well, this is certainly unexpected::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::stands silent and attentive::
ThePrez says:
Randolph: Captain, I'd like you and Lt. Commander Theron to approach the podium, please.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::glances over at the rest of the crew then steps forward with the Captain::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::looks at Kayle and steps forward as ordered::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Watches as the CO and FCO approach the podium::
SO_Love says:
:: Looks curiously at Alex, then back towards the action.::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::notices Chey's look and looks up toward the CO and FCO::
ThePrez says:
Randolph: Captain, it has come to my attention that you and your crew have performed brilliantly during your most recent mission.  In fact, if you didn't succeed, the entire alpha quadrant might have been held hostage.  Was I misinformed?
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
President:  Mr. President, you were not misinformed sir.
SO_Love says:
:: Will always remember that as the longest day in her life.::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::feels a sweat drop run down the ridges on his nose::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Feels an itch on her left eyebrow.  Reaches up nonchalantly and scratches it::
ThePrez says:
Randolph: It is also my understanding that one member of your crew in particular paid the ultimate price to help that mission succeed.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
President:  Yes sir.  My Second Officer and friend, Lt. Cmdr. Theron.
ThePrez says:
Theron: ::turns towards the Lt Commander and accepts a small, ornate box from someone offstage::
ThePrez says:
Theron: Lt Commander Theron. In recognition of your selflessness and sacrifice, I am pleased to award you the Federation Medal of Honor.  ::opens the box, takes out the medal and citation and pins it to Theron's uniform::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Smiles::
SO_Love says:
:: Not believing she belonged there, is glad she is for this moment.::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::takes a deep breath:: ThePrez: Thank you Mr. President.
ThePrez says:
::shakes Theron's hand:: Keep up the good work.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::shakes his hand:: ThePrez: Yes Sir.
ThePrez says:
Randolph: Captain, in recognition of your entire crew's performance, I shall recommend to Starfleet Command that the Claymore be awarded a Unit Commendation.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
President:  Thank you very much sir.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Thinks: This must be one impressive crew I've joined.  I hope I can live up to their standards::
ThePrez says:
Randolph: Captain, as I've said, my time is short.  However, I believe that you have one last thing to mention?
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::steps back away from the podium and rejoins the Claymore crew::
SO_Love says:
:: Lightly touches his hand with a smile.::  FCO:  Congrats.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::turns to Kayle::  FCO:  Mr. Theron, as the president said, you have made the ultimate sacrifice...this crew would not be what it is without your being apart of it.
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::grips her and tightly once and lets it go:: SO: Thank you.
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::looks to Kayle and nods in recognition::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::not sure how or if he should respond he stands there, not feeling as though he deserves this much attention for what happened, knowing that Alex, Love, Chaser and all the others would have done the same::
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  Therefore, it is with great pride that I award you, my 2nd officer and my friend, the rank of Commander with all the duties and privileges of that rank.  Congrats.  ::extends his hand::
SO_Love says:
:: Her smile widens.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Smiles::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::grins::
FCO_LtCmdr_Theron says:
::shaking and startled he steps back forward and accepts his Captains hand:: CO: Its been an honor Captain, thank you.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
FCO:  No...thank you Commander Theron...::shakes his hand and then removes the pip and adds the third gold pip to his collar::
FCO_Cmdr_Theron says:
::glances over at Alex and just breaks protocol, hugs his friend tightly and grabs Loves hand as well::
SO_Love says:
:: Squeezes hand tightly::
XO_Cmdr_Taylor_III says:
::hugs his friend back and whispers::  FCO: Congrats.
CO_Capt_Randolph says:
::stands back and watches his crew.  His family and smiles::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::stands there still in shock but walks to the FCO::  FCO:  Commander congratulations, sir.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Moves towards the FCO:: FCO: Congratulations, Commander.  ::Smiles::

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