Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 11401.13

Starring:

Chris Esterhuyse as Ship Manager

                                         and Ariya

			      and Captain Walker

Andrew James as [CO] Captain Thalev Idrani

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

Aoibhe Ni Shúilleabháin as [CMO] Lieutenant Lee Caerys

Einar Sigurðsson as [CSO] Commander William York

Sophie Wakeling as [CTO] Ensign Joanne Feyna

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

SUMMARY: Cmdr York is busy trying to get Ariya's mind back in her body after creating a holographic matrix for her. The one part was successful, now for the integration process. Will this work and what will they do if it does succeed?

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CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::steps off of the Turbolift and walks into the Transporter Room::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::stands to the side off the transporter padd, the controls for the pattern buffer in the middle of the floor::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::walks into the transporter room just behind the MCPO:: CSO: You wanted to see me?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::turns around:: CO: Yes.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::dashes into the Transporter room, smilign at Conway and skidding to a halt near CSO::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::brings up the power distribution matrix on part of the Transporter console and begins sectioning off specific ODN relays to ensure what happened earlier doesn't happen again::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::taps her foot nervously on the bridge, her mind trying to be in two places at once::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::points to the controls that slid out of the wall:: CO: I need your Authorization codes.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Is on the bridge, doing her usual, with a cup of chamomile tea in one hand::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: where's my tea?

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::raises his eyes and glances between York, the Doctor and the replicator a few feet away::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::is looking at the set-up CSO has rigged:: CSO: Wherever you left it.. ::glances up at him:: CSO: You haven't updated your pips.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
CSO: Are you going to tell me why, or am I supposed to magically find the answer from the angle of your latest frown?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::sighs:: CO: Because Captain, the Federation ethics council has banned the use of transporter technology to augment or fix genetic material. It won't let me save her life unless you input your code....here. ::points to the console::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::finishes his tweaks with a quiet chuckle then clears his throat:: CSO/CO: Sirs, i've setup a power distribution buffer for this next test. It'll allow us to gradually push what we need into the system without risking an overload.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::turns to look at Lee:: CMO: I'm sure I asked Nurse Sek for tea...or was it Dar? ::shrugs and turns back to the Captain::

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Watches the XO tapping her feet, wondering why she's so fraught::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::sighs:: CSO: They're all the same to you, anyway. ::glances at his pips again, frowning. Had pretty much updated her en route to the Transporter Room::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CIV: Yes, yes. Just, don't let it happen again.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::wonders how Sek is doing back on the Seleya, anyway::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::smiles slightly:: CSO: I'll remember to stop you before you try and fry the main computer core, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::puts in the code, and the consequences be damned::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::scratches his beard:: CO: Thank you Captain. Now, if you would please go wait somewhere else....

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
CSO: Okay, I'll go to the bridge. But if I sit down and you call me back down here right away, I won't be very happy.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::Steps over and mutters something to Conway::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::turns to face him again:: CO: I doubt I will require your....assistance.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::moves back to his work and starts inputting the command::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::gets up out of the command chair and paces slowly around the bridge, trying to keep herself from thinking too much:: CTO: How are we looking, Ensign?

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Smiles slightly at the Commander::  XO: About the same as we were before York tried to shut all our power off

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::suppresses a grin and steps out of the room, nodding to the transporter chief who never gets to do much except wait around:: O'Briain: Good to see you.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
Computer: Computer, activate program Lorriana.

Host SMChrisE says:
<Computer> CSO: Program activated.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::turns to face the hologram:: Ariya: Welcome back....we are just about ready to start.

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::stops for a moment:: CTO: Is that good, or bad?

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
XO: It's getting better.  Most of our resources seem to be tied up with other....projects

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

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::folds her arms with a small sigh::

Host Ariya says:
CSO: Are we ready to start?

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
XO: Why the sigh, Commander?

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::keeps a close eye on the power:: CSO: If we could hurry this along, Commander. Ariya is still taking up almost all of the Scimitar's processing capacity.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CIV: Don't rush me. This is delicate work you greasemonkey.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::sits down in his chair next to Sumner and holds his breath, not sitting quite all the way back::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::turns to face her:: Ariya: Yes, just step up onto that padd there.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: How's your end?

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::looks down at her feet::

Host Ariya says:
::nods and walks to the transporter pad::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::frowns some:: CTO: I don't like being between answers, Ensign. If our attempt to save Ariya is successful, good; if it fails, I will find a way to live with it. But this in-between business... I'm not fond of it.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::looks up, realising that's not what he meant:: CSO: Ready as we'll ever be...

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::clears his throat slightly:: CSO: Delicate, yes, but at some point the processing power is going run out and her memory engrams might even start degrading from there. Our computers aren't built to handle a sentience.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::opens his mouth to start arguing, but stops and raises a finger:: CIV: Later.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::nods:: CSO: We'll probably still be here.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Looks up, a little surprised at the shared insight:: XO: I do understand, very much so.  If only the world could be black or white, right or wrong, yes or no

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
Self: But then the universe would be far more boring.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
All: Allright.....once we start, we have about 12 minutes of full pattern cohesion, after that...things drop fast. So, let's work fast shall we?

Host Ariya says:
::looks between the two men:: CSO/CIV: How long have you been together?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
Computer: Computer, run program York-Delta-Five.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::looks up:: Ariya: What?

ACTION: The transporters hum as the computer starts integrating the holographic matrix into the physical body of Ariya.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
Ariya: Too long... ::sighs and looks between CIV and CSO::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::nods some, coming to settle beside the tactical console:: CTO: It'd be easier... but it'd probably get boring, as well. ::tries to smile, only kinda succeeds::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::sits back finally, let's himself breath out at last::

Host Ariya says:
::smiles:: CSO: I couldn't resist. You just reminded me of two of my guards who bickered like that too.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::glances over at the Doctor with a smile:: CMO: You're telling me. ::turns back to his console and starts to slowly feed power into the transporter system through his buffer::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::flicks a switch to get rid of her:: All: They are both in the pattern buffer now.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::starts his watch::

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Nods down to the tea:: XO: You want one? It might relax you a little

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
All: Alright...the computer has integrated 76,55% but I need to do the rest manually...

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::can't help but smile at CIV's reply, but wipes the grin off her face and gets to work::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: Lee, I need you on her RNA sequences. Keep them in check.

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::shakes her head somewhat:: CTO: Thank you for the offer, but no; I tend to be too far inside my head for drinks to work. ::gives a more successful smile this time::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
CSO: mm.. ::is too focussed on her work to reply with actual words, looks very nervous all of a sudden::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
XO: Anything to report?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::his hands, no longer shaking, shift gradually through the data in front of him as he works to bring the two patterns into alignment::

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
XO: I'll make sure I offer you a strong option next time then

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: Just stay calm, this is just like surgery......tell me....how's Doctor Dean doing?

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::slowly feeds power into the transporter system as it fluctuates, trying to keep a balance between the computer core and what they're doing::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::grins somewhat before turning back to Thalev:: CO: Nothing new, Captain. Ariya continues to use much of our power, but I supposed that's to be expected.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
CSO: Fine, fine, shh! ::continues to focus on her monitors, adjusting where needed:: CSO: Can't concentrate with you prattling on!

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: Imagine how I've felt for the past three years.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::catches a stray datapacket and brings it into alignment:: CIV: How are we doing, Chief ?

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::nods and smiles at her. Taps a button to activate the viewscreen::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::looks over at Conway, then back down to her work, squeeking when she sees the momentary lapse has caused a small flaw in Ariya's RNA to appear. Corrects it before CSO notices anything amiss::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::moves to her usual chair and sits down, peaking quietly to Thalev:: CO: If this works... what do we tell people about how we did it?

ACTION: An incoming transmission flashes on the OPS console.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::turns his wrist around and glances at his watch. Six minutes::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
:;reciprocates the volume:: XO: If they ask... I hadn't thought that far ahead. I am still thinking about the immediate results.

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
CSO: Everything is looking good and level so far, Commander. We're at about 64% total power, the buffer is holding.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Rolls her eyes as the OPS officer is too busy flirting with the EO to notice the transmission, and so takes control of it from her console::  CO: Incoming transmission Captain

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CIV: Of course it's holding, I programmed it....just, make sure I have power.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::twists her head and lets her neck pop. Nerves always build up there. She takes a deep breath, trying to remember to stay calm. Just like surgery.. yea, normal day in the OR... chat, banter... lively conversation!:: CSO: Lost your watch as well as your new pip, Commander?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::looks up:: CMO: Hmm? Ah, no. ::raises his hand, showing the wristwatch::

CIV_MCPO_Griffiths says:
::monitors the outputs carefully:: CSO: It was just a fluke that we had a systems-wide power outage the last time? I'll keep that in mind, Sir, and make sure the Engineering team investigate.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::shakes his head::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: Why are you on about my pip, Lieutenant? I suppose you have it in your pocket like my medal.

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::frowns some:: CO: I think we should keep it a secret. Purge our records of it.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::glances at the time:: Self: Bugger.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::works faster::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
CTO: On screen.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Puts the transmission on the viewscreen::

ACTION: Captain Walker appears on the viewscreen.

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::suddenly puts on a smile as the Captain appears on screen::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::taps a few buttons to hide her feelings:: CSO: You earned that medal, and you earned your new pip. What's the problem? Dean: Keep an eye on her synaptic regeneration... CSO: Promotions are a good thing, you know.

Host Captain_Walker says:
@COM: Scimitar: Captain, sorry to divert you from your current course, but I have to send you on another mission.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: I don't care, that's the 'problem'. ::grunts as he fights to assemble the last few packets of data::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Walker: What is it, Captain Walker?

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::does well to keep the sudden concern off her face::

Host Captain_Walker says:
<Computer> CSO: Pattern cohesion will destabilize in 1.2 minutes.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
CSO: Well, you should. ::huffs:: Dean: Update?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
CMO: I am not here to be promoted, or to make Captain. I just want to be....busy.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
<MO_Conway> CMO: Looking good, Caer. Your blood pressure however-

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
Self: Shit, bugger, ar...::clears his throat::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
Conway: My blood pressure is perfect. Sh!

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
CSO: You OK, there, LtCommander? ::glances up::

Host Captain_Walker says:
@COM: CO: You are the closest ship in the area. I need you to divert to Memory Alpha and escort some Vulcan scientists to the planet T'Mar.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::finishes the last strands of code::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
ALL: Done! ::raises his hands::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::succeeds in getting the last strand of RNA in place and steps back:: CSO: Ready.

CTO_Ens_Feyna says:
::Pays attention to the viewscreen::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::grimaces that she was just seconds behind CSO in finishing. Would have liked to get there first::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Walker: Please transmit the details, the names of the Scientists. The Scimitar is a warship, not a taxi, Captain. What's the bigger reason behind this?

ACTION: The transporter hums again and for a very long moment the pattern shimmers on the pad before solidifying.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::opens his mouth and waits in anticipation::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::bites her lip::

Host Captain_Walker says:
@COM: CO: Blunt as always, Captain. Very well. Two days ago another ship made contact with the scientists on the archelogical dig there, to find everybody slaughtered and the culprit missing. Everything indicates its one of missing dig supervisor.

Host Captain_Walker says:
<Ariya>::stands looking at them for a long moment before slowly sinking to her knees::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::grabs a tricorder and runs over:: Ariya: Ariya, this is Doctor York, can you tell me what's the last thing you remember?

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::Squeeks weakly as the spell is broken, and rushes to Ariya's side::

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: I find blunt gets answers. The Vulcan scientists are going to continue their work? Is an investigation going to proceed?

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::frowns some as she listens to the mission details::

Host Captain_Walker says:
@COM: CO: The scientists are there to investigate, I was asked by my superiors to send an independent team to investigate.

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Walker: I am sure my crew are ready to head such an investigation.

Host Captain_Walker says:
<Ariya>::blinks slowly as her eyes open:: CSO: Its like a dream. I was in a black and yellow room, then suddenly here. My strongest memory is Rama's birth.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::starts grinning:: Ariya: Welcome back.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::can't contain her relief, hugs Ariya:: Ariya: That's great! ::beams happily::

Host Captain_Walker says:
@COM: CO: I'm glad to hear that, Captain. Details, orders and lists of names to follow.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::stands up, and rests a hand on Lee's shoulder as he moves away::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::continues to hug Ariya, but waves a hand blindly in CSO's direction:: CSO: Tricorder, tricorder!

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
COM: Walker: Very well. Is that all?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::Taps his badge:: *Bridge*: Bridge, this is Doctor York. The operation was a success, we will move Ariya to medical now for a full workup and test. ::throws her the tricorder::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
All: Oh, and I am officially off duty. ::reaches for his flask and takes a loooong sip::

Host Captain_Walker says:
@COM: CO: For the moment, yes, Captain. Walker out.

ACTION: The viewscreen clears, showing the UFP logo.

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::hops up from her chair and taps her combadge:: *CSO*: How is she, Commander?

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
*CSO*: That's fantastic news. Good job. Now go take a shower, for the love of Starfleet. And shave that tribble off your face.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::isn't watching CSO and only know about the tricorder when it hits the side of her leg, landing softly on the foor beside her:: Ariya: Thank goodness these things are sturdy. ::grins at the young woman:: Ariya: You're in good hands. You're safe. How do you feel? Gosh, listen to me babble... I should stop talking, this is getting embarassing...

Host Ariya says:
CMO: Please feel free to embarass yourself. ::smiles:: But what now?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
*Bridge*: Aye aye! And she's fine, Medical will have something for you. I have someone waiting for me.

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::cuts the channel:: Self: And his name is Scotchy.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::scans Ariya:: Ariya: Well, we run some scans, make sure everything checks out.. and then.. who knows? Your future is yours, now. ::beams back at CSO and sees him drinking::

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::raises a toast and smiles before taking another sip::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::looks to Thalev:: CO: One of us should go down there... Roshambo you for it?

Host CO_Capt_Idrani says:
::sits back and lets out an audible sigh of relief:: XO: You go, she's more comfortable with you.

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::mouths "well done" to CSO before returning her attention to her patient:: Conway: Gravbed. Let's.. do this manually, OK?

CSO_LtCmdr_York says:
::gives her a thumbs-up before heading out of the room::

XO_LtCmdr_Sumner says:
::walks hurriedly to the turbolift::

CMO_Lt_Lee says:
::gets Ariya onto a Turbolift, and smiles at Conway:: Conway: Once word of this gets out, we may have reporters at our door... Better keep her hidden away for now.

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