Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
Avalon has now returned to normal.....whatever normal is for this crew....and have earned some much needed shore leave.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
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XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::spending a little time with Lawrence after their recent adventures.::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@:: sitting on the shuttle with her husband in route to Avalon Station ::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::tosses the last PADD on her desk, she stands and stretches::
Host VAdm_Silek says:
@ ::looks to his wife as Avalon approaches on the viewer::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::in quarters, relaxing, reading some correspondence from home::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::leaves her office and speaks with Dr. Grey, leaving him in command while she takes advantage of her leave::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::Lawrence tells of his tales back in Camelot and King Arthur times.::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::leaves Sickbay without looking back::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@<Shuttle_Edison Pilot> COM: Avalon:  This is the shuttle Edison, transporting Admirals Serok and Silek.  Requesting docking clearance.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::enters the TL:: TL: my quarters please.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
<FCO_Dilbert>   COM: Shuttle Pilot:  This is Avalon approach, you are cleared for the main shuttle bay, follow pre-set way points.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::exits the TL and takes a right towards her quarters::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@<Shuttle_Edison Pilot> COM:Avalon:  Acknowledged Avalon.  Edison out.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::enters their quarters and finds the Paladine hasn't returned, she checks the terminal on their desk for any messages::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
<OPS_Wookie_B_Ditti>  *CO*:  Captain MacLeod, Admiral Serok and party are arriving, main shuttle bay, 
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*OPS*:  I wasn't informed they were coming.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::sitting down at the desk, she scrolls through the messages while massaging the sore neck muscles::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
<OPS_Wookie_B_Ditti>  *CO*:  Neither were we sir.  Shall I send someone to greet them?
VAdm_Silek says:
@ ::holds up his fingers in the traditional Vulcan fashion:: Serok: It is good to be home my wife.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*OPS*:  No, I'll see to it myself.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
<OPS_Wookie_B_Ditti>  *CO*:  Aye sir.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@ :: brings her fingers up too his :: Silek:  Yes it is my husband.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::gets to feet straightens uniform, and heads out for the main shuttle bay::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*XO*:  MacLeod to Rushing.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::reading down the list her eyes become heavy, finding her head nodding and herself falling asleep::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::her head quickly snaps up, looking around wildly::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CO*:  Captain,  how can I assist you?
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*XO*  Commander, I know you are off duty, but could you contact station services and have quarters prepared for Admiral Serok.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@<Shuttle_Edison Pilot> :: looks back at the Admirals :: Serok/Silek:  We are on final approach now Sirs.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::shaking her head, she tries to clear the cobwebs::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*XO*:  She really likes these surprise visits.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CO*:  I'll do that right away.  Any special reason her sudden visit?
VAdm_Silek says:
@ ::nods:: Pilot: Acknowledged
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::enters TL::  *XO*:  Your guess is as good as mine.  Once again, we are kept out of the loop.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@ nods :: Pilot:  Acknowledged.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::stands and walks over to the replicator:: Coffee, Italian roast, sweet and light please.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
TL: Tier "L" computer.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CO*:  Quarters will be ready shortly.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*XO*:  Acknowledged, and thanks.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*Station Services*:  Please have quarters for Admiral Serok ready ASAP.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::removes the steaming mug from the replicator and curls up on the lounge chair::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CO*:  You're most welcome.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
ACTION:  The Shuttle enters the shuttle bay
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::takes a tentive sip from the mug, careful not to burn her lips::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::TL stops on Tier "L"  Doors open, and a beleaguered Captain exits and walks through a set of wide does opening on the flight deck::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
@<Shuttle_Edison Pilot> :: looks back at the Admirals :: Serok/Silek:  We have landed Sirs.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::watches as a sleek shuttle maneuvers over a landing slip::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::the coffee tastes bitter, so she places the mug on the table next to her lounge chair.  She brings her knees up to her chest, resting her chin there, and wrapping her arms about her knees, she looks at the chrono::
VAdm_Silek says:
@ ::stands and heads to the exit::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::walks towards the shuttle as it powers down, nods to the ground crew as they do their thing::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: stands and exits the shuttle ::
VAdm_Silek says:
::nods to the Captain as he exits::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::wonders to herself about the Admiral's arrival.  Continues to listen to Lawrence.::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::smiles, seeing Serok emerge::  Serok:  Admiral.  ::wipes smile and nods to Silek::  Silek:  Admiral
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::wonders where Paladine is, and why he's not here to enjoy their leave time.  They never get leave, something always happens when they get leave::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: holds her hand up in the traditional Vulcan Salute :: CO:  Long life and prosperity Angus.
VAdm_Silek says:
CO: It is agreeable to see you again Captain
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Serok/Silek:  It's good to see you both...  But I am curious, surprise visits are not your style.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::a small yawn escapes her lips::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::followed by a much larger yawn::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO:  No, not usually Captain, but this is something I wanted to do in person.
VAdm_Silek says:
::looks to his wife and nods::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Serok:  Indeed.  ::looks behind the admirals::  No wee one with you this trip?
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
ACTION:  An explosion is detected in living quarters.  Sickbay is suddenly filled with 40 injured people.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO:  Not this time Angus.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::feels the station rock::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO:  If you don't mind Angus, I know you are on shore leave, but I'd like a few words with your senior staff.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::takes Lawrence to the promenade.::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Serok:  Of course.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::receives a call from Dr. Grey, she quickly dresses in her uniform::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::taps Com badge::  *ALL*:  Attention all senior officers.  Please report to the main briefing room on level eight... Admiral Serok would like to address us
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::exits her quarters::
VAdm_Silek says:
<Crewman> Sickbay: Medical Emer........................  ::passes out::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::looks disappointedly at Lawrence as they turn around and head back to their quarters. ::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO:  Shall we?
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*CO* There has been an explosion and I'm needed in Sickbay::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CO*:  Understood.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::extends arm to the exit::  Serok/Silek:  This way, please
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*CMO*:  Explosion...  Serious?
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: follows the CO ::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*CO* Unknown, sir, I've a report of 40 injured, I'm on my way now.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*CO*: Any chance of getting a senior officer to investigate?
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*CMO*:  Understood, keep me apprized, MacLeod out.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::as they enters their quarters Kriss advises Lawrence that she is sure this briefing shouldn't take up too much time and that he can go and play with some of his friends or wait in their quarters for her return.  Kriss changes into her uniform.::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::leads the admiralty to the TL:: TL:  Level eight.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO:  It would seem this will wait until after your senior staff can be spared.  I would like to....:: searches for the correct vernacular :: ....freshen up.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*XO* Ma'am, we've had an explosion on level 13, can you send someone to investigate?
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::leaves her quarters and heads to the level 8 briefing room.::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::enters Sickbay and quickly makes herself busy::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Serok:  Sure thing Admiral.  The computer can direct you to your quarters, they have already been set up.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CMO*:  Yes, have security and a medical investigate since we are needed elsewhere.
VAdm_Silek says:
CO: We do know are way around Avalon Captain
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: nods at Angus :: CO:  Yes, I know my way around here.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*XO* I can't be spared right now, I'll notify the TO and send a med team to investigate.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Silek:  Of course, sir.  Serok/Silek:  Sirs.
VAdm_Silek says:
<TO_Ph'ser> ::arrives on level 13::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CMO*:  Good, see you in the briefing room.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
*ALL*:  Senior staff, delay that last order until further notice.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*XO* I'm gonna be a little late, Ma'am. I'm not leaving Sickbay.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::glad to hear the CO rescind that request::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CMO*:  No need to worry now.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
*XO* Aye.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*CO*:  Understood.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::begins to triage the most serious cases::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::grabs Ensign Moore and sends him and two others to level 13 to join security::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::returns to quarters and her and Lawrence once again make their way to the promenade.::
VAdm_Silek says:
<TO_Ph'ser> ::vomits in the corner at the sight of the carnage::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::smiles at 8 year old Tranquility Sea, who has a nasty cut on her head.  Placing a gauze there, she instructs Tranquility to put some pressure on it until she can be seen by the med-team::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::waits for the admiralty to exit the TL, then descends to level 16 for sick bay.
VAdm_Silek says:
<TO_Ph'ser> *XO*: Commander... we need a cleanup crew on level......  ::vomits::   ................  level 13....   we have blood all over
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::starts in on healing the injured::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
*TO Ph'ser*:  I'm dispatching one now.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::orders a clean up crew to level 13.::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::stops on level 16, gets off TL, and into a corridor crowded with people, injured waiting to get into sick bay::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::watches as Nurse Butte picks up Tranquility Sea on a biobed and regenerates the tissue on her forehead::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::smiles again and continues to work on helping others::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::Walks past, notice that those waiting are not too badly injured, enters sick bay, trying to see CMO through the crowd::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::walks from biobed to biobed, watching what is being accomplished::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
ACTION:  Several hours later all the injured have been taken care of.  All senior officers are ordered to level 8 briefing room
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::washes up and leaves Sickbay for level 8::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::enters the briefing room on level 8::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::after an enjoyable visit to the promenade, Kriss sends Lawrence back to their quarters while she heads off to the on again briefing.::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::rubbing her hands down her coat self consciously::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: standing in the briefing room waiting on the crew ::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::skips out of Sick bay after being told that the CMO was now en route to the briefing room::
VAdm_Silek says:
::stands quietly behind his wife::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::steps off of TL and heads down the corridor to the briefing room on level 8::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::standing in briefing room, near Serok and Silek, waiting to begin::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::stands near the exit of the briefing room, hoping to make a quick exit::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::enters the briefing room::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::nods to the XO::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
All:  If you will all have a seat, we will begin.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::takes one seat::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::takes a seat ::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::sits::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::wonders where the rest of the senior staff is::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::wonders what this briefing will be about::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::looks around at those who are here::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
All:  As I see no reason to delay this. :: turns to the Captain :: CO:  You have the floor Captain.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::looks up at the admirals, a handsome couple if there ever was one::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::looks from the Admiral to the CO, listening::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::stands:: Serok:  Thank you, Admiral
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: sits ::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::picks up a PADD and a small black velvet lined box.::  CMO:  Lieutenant Commander Slater, please step up.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::looks stunned and stands::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
:;walks towards the CO::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::standing at attention::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CMO:  A while ago, when I promoted you to lieutenant commander, I goofed up and said full commander.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::smiles as she remembers::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CMO:  It seems that, that slip of my tongue was perhaps a precognition of things to come.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::steadies herself::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CMO:  Lieutenant Commander Slater, I am honored and proud to be able to award you with the new rank... Of Full commander.  ::hands the box - o- pips over and offers hand:::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CMO:  Congratulations Victoria.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::takes box and the offered hand:: CO: thank you, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::smiles at the CMO::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: stands :: CMO:  Congratulations Doctor.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
All: thank you all, I am stunned.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::retrieves her hand and steps back:: CO: thank you sir, I am honored to serve  under you.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: waits patiently for things to quiet back down ::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::nods, and reminds himself to remember to let go of hands he is shaking::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
CMO:  Congratulations.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::grins::
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
XO: thank you Commander.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::steps down and takes her seat::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: moves to the front :: All: It has been my honor and privilege to serve aboard this station as her XO and now as the sector commander.
CMO_LtCmdr_Slater says:
::looks up from the box to Admiral Serok::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::listens to the Admiral::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO: Captain Angus MacLeod, step forward.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::looks sideways at Serok, turns and stands at attention::
Host CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::wonders if the CO will get a medal::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO: It is my privilege and honor to promote you to the rank of Admiral, with all responsibilities and privileges thereto appertaining.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::mouth drops open::
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::Admiral, then whose going to be the CO..I hate breaking in new Captains.::
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
CO:  The Kodrell sector is in need of your services.  Please report there as her sector commander Rear Admiral MacLeod.
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::eyes stay wide open, water up a little:;  Serok:  Admiral?  Thank-you sir
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Serok:  Aye sir.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
:: searches her memory for the correct vernacular :: CO:  God speed Angus.
XO_Cmdr_Rushing says:
::begins to feel a little sad at losing the Captain.  He's been on the station just about as long as I have.::
Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Serok:  Thank you, sir.
Host RAdm_Suvok_Serok says:
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