Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 11309.09

Starring:

Chris Esterhuyse as Ship Manager

                                  and Evan

		           and Minister Pharu

                                  and Cannas

Andrew James as [CO] Captain Thalev Idrani

C. J. Short as [XO] Lieutenant Sara Sumner

Aoibhe Ni'Shyamalan as [CMO] Lieutenant JG Lee Caerys

Einar Sigurðsson as [CSO] Lieutenant Commander William York

Sophie Wakeling as [CTO] Ensign Joanne Feyna

James Greenman as [CIV] Master Chief Petty Officer Rhodri "Griff" Griffiths

SUMMARY: After the diplomatic dinner and reception, the crew headed into the city to join the riot masquerading as a party at the waterfront. The locals were free with their drink and affections for those that wanted it. As they were eventually heading back to the shuttle, they ended up in the middle of an ambush in progress.

The last bodyguard all but shoved the badly wounded pregnant woman at them to protect her. The Captain called down a tactical team, disregarding the restriction on transporter use just as the doctor, ignoring the same restriction, beamed herself and the woman to the ship to treat her.

The ambush broken, the attackers all fled but for one badly wounded who will need medical attention before he can be questioned.

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Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::greets the Genaran minister in the transporter room:: Minister: Captain Idrani.::extends a hand::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::stands at the main console in the TIC, going through the scans picked up by the Kaneda during their sortie planetside::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::In Sickbay, reading over the woman's latest readings::

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::on the bridge, trying to keep things in order as they communicate with the authorities; takes advantage of a lull in the chaos:: *CIV*: Chief, report to the bridge.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::saves his scans for later with an exasperated sigh before hitting his comm badge:: *XO*: On my way, S-...ma'am.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::nods to the relief LT and heads for the nearest turbolift, dodging and weaving his heavy frame through the crowd::

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::nods:: CO: Minister Pharu. ::shakes the offered hand:: Captain. Could I ask that everybody that were present during the ambush meet with me? I just want to get a picture of what happened.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::steps inside:: TL: Bridge.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::steps back, PADD in hand, makes a slight adjustment to the woman's meds, takes a last look at her baby's vitals, decides she is content and turns around::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::sits at the station on the Bridge, his head swimming a bit as he nurses his cup of tea::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
Minister: My crew reports will be openly available to you. At the moment, some of my crew are occupied, such as my Doctor who is seeing to the injured parties.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::steps out as it reaches its destination, stepping down into the command circle and standing at attention:: XO: Reporting at ordered, ma'am.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::reviews automatic scans for the time period during the firefight to see if they picked up anything::

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::without looking at CIV:: CSO: Take the bridge for a moment. ::she motions towards the ready room::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::looks over at the XO disapprovingly::

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::all but pounces on that information:: CO: And how is the Lady Aiyra? Her House is most eager for news. In fact, the Deputy Matriarch requested that she be allowed to see the Conservator herself.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::wonders who would be so callous as to threaten the life of a young mother and her child::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
Minister: My Doctor is still treating her. I'll know soon, and as soon as I know, you will. ::nods and gestures to the door:: Please, to the conference room where we can discuss this matter in more detail.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::raises an eyebrow towards the CSO and follows Sumner into the Ready Room, standing at ease as the door closes:: XO: What can I do for you, Lieutenant?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::shrugs and continues sitting at his station, feeling the uncomfortable stares of the officers around him::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
SO_Move: See if our sensors registered any weapons fire from orbit during that time period. ::points at a time index on the screen::

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::allows himself to be shepherded:: CO: I'm afraid the Deputy Matriarch Cannas was most insistent, only the threat of a diplomatic incident prevented her from joining me.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::decides to get straight to the point, still fighting through the tail end of her inebriation:: CIV: Chief, I appreciate your motive for scrambling Hephaestus, but if you ever scramble fighters without authorization again, not only will I have you removed from the TIC, but I will have you thrown in the brig. Understood?

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::decides it is probably high time she got out of her ress-uniform, what with it being a little grubby and bloody. Steps into her office and pulls a clean uniform out of a drawer::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
Minister: As soon as my medical staff are done, your people are welcome to see Ariya, of course. For now, any disturbance could affect her recovery. ::leads the way to the conference room, stepping aside as the doors open::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::rubs the sides of his head as he continues reviewing the records::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::quickly, hoping no-one chimes on her door, jumps out of her dress whites and into her regular teals::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::raises an eyebrow slightly:: XO: No, sir. ::gestures to his MCPO pips, a tiny crown visible above them:: Do you know what they call that, sir? "The Hat of Authority". As TIC Commander, in a combat situation, I have full authorisation to launch our fighters unless that order is directly countermanded by yourself or the Captain.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::gets a leg stuck::

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::nods thoughtfully as he enters the room:: CO: Thank you, Captain. I will convey the message.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::panics::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
SO_Move: Take over here. ::stands up and heads for the command circle:: *Sickbay*: Bridge to Sickbay.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::sits back in her chair, wishes she had taken the time to take her shoes off first, but eventually manages to struggle into her uniform, and strolls back out to Main Sickbay, as if nothing had happened::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
Minister: Obviously the situation is a very serious one. I want to thank you, and the matriarchs, for reacting reasonably to our actions.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::continues speaking, staring levelly at Sumner:: XO: We were outnumbered, under attack and in a transporter interdiction zone. It was the easiest way to have support, and the best course of action. I'll stand by that however far you want to take this.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
CIV: Maybe in a ship combat situation, but above an independent world during a ground attack on their leadership, you do NOT scramble fighters, especially the heavies. It accomplishes nothing, and looks very, very bad.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*Sickbay*: Pick up damnit, I don't have all day.

Host Minister_Pharu says:
CO: Your quick actions prevented a very important person from being killed Captain. On behalf of Genara I give you our thanks.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
XO: Logs show that we got full authorization for combat maneuvers planet side before launching. They wouldn't have been there otherwise.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
*CSO*: Sickbay here.. ::sounds a little out of breath::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::nods:: Minister: We are pleased to help, of course. My own people were caught in the crossfire, but they are all well. We also have apprehended one of the ambushers.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*CMO*: How's our patient doing?

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::looks startled:: CO: You have one of them? have you questoined him yet?

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Quietly walks onto the bridge, taking her station, after logging her newly acquired weapon with the ammunitions chief::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::tugs her uniform to settle it:: *CSO*: She's asleep, sir. I put her under to avoid her causing any damage to herself or the fetus. They both suffered shock.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::nods and sits down in the Captain's chair:: *CMO*: Sir?

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::narrows her eyes somewhat, before activating the console on the Captain's desk, navigating to the logs in question::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::stands there at ease::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::frowns as she crosses Sickbay:: *CSO*: We're on duty...

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*CMO*: I don't care. Keep on doing what you're doing. I'm just waiting for Miss Stockings to relieve me here.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
*CSO*: What? Who? Have we civilians on board I'm not aware of?

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Turns her head slightly as she overhears York::  Self: Miss....Stockings?

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::shakes his head:: Minister: No, he is in a critical condition, being treated.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::sighs:: *CMO*: If you need any help you know where to find me. Out.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::audibly curses and rubs her eyes:: CIV: Sorry, Chief. Probably should have looked for that, first; things are a bit messy at the moment.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::stands up and moves back to his station, having sat in that chair for too long:: CTO: Yes.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
CSO: Not sure if you want her to hear that name.

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::nods slowly:: CO: I would ask that someone from our security section be present when you do question him, please.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::flashes her a lopsided grin as he moves back to his station:: CTO: By the way.. ::stops:: Did I thank you for saving my arse down there?

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::nods:: XO: Understood, Lieutenant. I'm glad you spoke with me first before filing, I'd be a little more upset otherwise. ::smiles disarmingly::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::stops in her tracks, wondering at CSO. She'd have to ask him about it later::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
Minister: As you wish. Right now, I think we're playing a waiting game. How are things on the surface?

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
CIV: Just do me a favor and go with Hermes next time. ::offers an apologetic smile and makes for the bridge::

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::gives a lopsided smile:: CO: Tense. While attacks on Conservators are not unheard of, this hasn't happened in more than a hundred years.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Looks at York more assessingly,as he tries to 'charm' her::  CSO: No, not really.  But then I didn't really expect any less.  ::Throws him a quick smile, before getting into gear to try and trace the attackers on the surface::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::nods, chuckling softly and following her out:: XO: Yes ma'am.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::shrugs and moves back to his station:: SO_Move: You haven't found anything? Where the hell did you get your diploma? Wales?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
SO: Move....Move. ::pushes him away and takes over::

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::moves back to the command circle, and casts a look down at her uniformless upper body:: Self: Shold probably fix that.... All: Who wants to fetch me a jacket?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
XO: Busy.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::nods:: Minister: I have matters to attend to, but I believe you'll be comfortable here until I have more news. ::gestures to the replicator:: Please help yourselves.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::stares at her patient, wonderign why she was the target. Sips her tea::

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Shakes her head at the XO's comment::  XO: I think finding the attackers has my priority over your sartorial dilemma.... Lt.

Host Minister_Pharu says:
CO: Thank you Captain, but I will return to the surface until Lady Ariya is awake.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::nods:: Minister: Very well. My security will escort you back there. ::lowers his head respectfully::

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::frowns some:: All: Jerks... ::meanders over to a replicator:: All: Wonder if this'll work... Computer: Once regulation command jacket, size small, please.

Host Minister_Pharu says:
::nods back in return and leaves with the security escort::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
Self: Bloody useless machine.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Raises an eyebrow and looks up at Sumner.  Self: We aren't her servants!::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
XO: I have not been able to find anything of value.

ACTION: The computer seems to think a moment before replicating the garment.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::decides to run a few extra scans and tests to see what it is about her that is so important::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::leaves the conference room:: *CMO*: Idrani to Lee.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
All: Neat! ::pulls the jacket out of the replicator and throws it on, transferring combadge from tank top to jacket::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::makes his way back down to the TIC, his face darkening a bit, hiding his frustration behind an overly cheery whistle::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
::taps a few controls on the biobed, running bioscans galore, covering all her bases... neucleotide bases, that is:: *CO*: Yes, Captain!

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
CSO/CTO: Alright, where are we at?

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
*CMO*: How are the guests? ::enters a turbolift::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
XO: Did I stammer?....well, we have been unable to locate anything using sensors. Problem being they were being used by the astronomical department at the time to study a class 2 pulsar a few systems over.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
XO: A waste of time if you ask me. It's a pulsar.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::lightly taps her forehead at the realization that York had spoken:: XO: I dunno, they're kinda neat to look at. My brother got obsessed with them for a while.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::grimaces, having met her brother once at a conference::

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
XO: And I haven't found anything either. no unusual communications or movements being flagged so far, but I'll keep looking.

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
*CO*: The woman is stable, her baby is off the critical list, too, I expect a full recovery, but we will need to keep them sedated for a while, yet. I'd think 24 hours shoudl do it,l but I'll keep monitoring them both in the meantime and update you, sir, Captain.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::knows that look:: CSO: Did you get the readings from the fighters?

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
*CMO*: That's a relief. As soon as she's ready to wake, I want to know about it so I can speak with her. Good work. ::pauses:: And the ambusher?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
XO: We are still shifting through it.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::nods some:: CSO/CTO: Good work sifting through all the junk. Keep it up.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::walks onto the bridge::

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Sets her 'under-the-radar' decryption program running, just for keywords, through the military channels, incase there's something going on the Scimitar aren't aware of::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
*CO*: Well, he got shot.. a lot. A lot more than she did... He's critical, but he's getting all the care we can provide.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
*CMO*: Keep me informed. Idrani out. ::walks down to the command center::

ACTION: An incoming communication beeps insistently on the OPS console.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::programmes an overlay of all flight data recorders and cross references with the time index::

CMO_LtJG_Lee says:
*CO*: Yessir... ::steps over to the prisoner once more, shoulderign between two security guards, and checking his vitals::

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::turns towards OPS, stopping as she finally sees Thalev:: CO: Incoming message, looks like.

Host Cannas says:
<aOPS>::answers the incoming message:: CO: Sir, I have a call for you from Deputy Matriarch Cannas of House Tirik.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::sits in his chair next to the XO:: XO: Thank you. ::smiles at her:: aOPS: On screen.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::loads up his sensor data and finished cataloguing it, building up as much as he can for the AAR::

ACTION: The woman who appears on the screen is middle aged, and a haughty look on her face.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::sits down::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::grumbles as his access is cut:: *CIV*: York to Chief Griffiths.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Cannas: Deputy Matriarch, I am Captain Idrani.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::taps his comm badge:: *CSO*: Griffiths here. I was just about to get in touch, I have the After Action Report sensors logs, they show the scene +60 seconds to +45 minutes.

Host Cannas says:
@COM: CO: Morning Captain Idrani. I am contacting you to enquire about Conservator Ariya. I am still waiting for Minister Pharu to report back to me. ::her tone implies she believes the Minister exists for her whims::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*CIV*: I was using those nodes, until you interrupted. I lost work thanks to you.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Cannas: Conservator Ariya is in the care of my medical staff. It'll be at least a day before we will know for certain, but things look promising.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::raises an eyebrow:: *CSO*: What were you doing in the TIC sensor logs anyway, Commander?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*CIV*: Looking for the right think to give my mother for christmas, what do you think man?

Host Cannas says:
@::a look of feigned relief crosses her features:: COM: CO: I am glad she's doing well. Captain, I want to request that one of the House retainers be present in your medical facility. She will be frightened if she wakes in the company of strangers. A familiar face, if you will.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::feels her Sumner-sense go off a bit::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::smiles just slightly:: *CSO*: Is she Romulan? I hear they like classified information. Remind me to check your security clearance, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Cannas: At the moment I am not permitting anyone in Sickbay while her condition is critical. When she is close to waking, I can inform you and you are welcome to come on board.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*CIV*: Last time I checked, I outranked you. Heck, the janitor outranks you. Now release the data back so we can finish this malarkey and go to bed.

Host Cannas says:
@::looks irritated at being stonewalled:: COM: CO: I would insist Captain, but I get the sense that I won't get anywhere. Very well, please inform me when she is close to waking. Conservator Ariya is most important to this House.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::releases the data he'd prepped to the Science console:: *CSO*: Rank and privilege are two different things, Commander. Please request authorization in future.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::cuts the line and starts preparing the data again:: Self: Incompetent arse.

XO_Lt_Sumner says:
::has a number of questions for Evan, now::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Cannas: Very well. Thank you for calling. ::watches the screen as it switches off:: XO: Friendly bunch... and something seems off. I don't want them around when she wakes. We'll delay telling them, let the girl wake and speak with us first.

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