Transcript Number 13
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CAST OF CHARACTERS
(IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)
CO Captain A Horn: Sandra Prestedge
OPS LtCmdr Benson: Darlene Wise
CEO LtCmdr Masters: Eric VanSickle
SC Captain Marek: Pablo Delsoglio
DCO Capt Davis-Patterson – Cory Freiss
Hosted by: Gerry Brinkman

Deep Space 102 – 10611.24
 
"Interlude" 

Previously on Deep Space 102: 

The residents of DS102 continue with some authorized downtime.

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CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::in her quarters on the station::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Sitting at the usual corner table in the Oasis Bar and Grille with the girls, finishing up their weekly Friday night get together.  Drinks the last of her ale::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::in a holosuite doing a taekwondo battle simulation::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::checks on the children ... sees there are asleep.  Moves out into the living area::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::Prudence makes her way to a Turbo Lift after having spent the past hour placing her things in her Quarters aboard the station. Once she reaches the Turbo Lift, she enters it and orders it to Ops::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::still absorbed in his meditation, watching the stars through the observation window of his quarters::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::As the Turbo Lift comes to a stop, she straightens her uniform slightly before stepping out onto the station's command center::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Stands and waves to the girls as she heads for the door::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::leaves Lisa in charge of the children, exits her quarters heading for Station Ops::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She looks around for several minutes, noticing that there do not seem to be any Command Staff members present:: Computer: Locate Captains Horn and Marek.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::knocks out his last simulated opponent, then exits holosuite::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Walks out of the crowded Oasis Bar and Grille before it gets too rowdy and strolls along the Promenade to do a little window shopping::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::listens Verdi's Aida:: Computer: Raise master volume 15%. Advance to the Great March.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::enters the TL and orders it to Station Ops::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::Once she receives the answer from the Computer, she decides to make her way around Ops::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::exits the TL and enters Ops.  Sees a woman wandering around::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She makes several mental notes to herself, inclining her head slightly in certain instances::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::walks towards the woman:: DCO:  Can I help you?

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She turns toward the sound of the voice, noting the face of Captain AQilla Horn:: CO: I am quite sorry for the intrusion, Captain Horn. I was actually in the process of looking for yourself and Captain Marek. ::Prudence takes the PADD in her hand and hands it to Horn:: CO: Captain Prudence Davis-Patterson, reporting for duty.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::takes the PADD:: DCO:  Welcome aboard, Captain.  I apologize for not meeting you in person

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::goes into quarters and showers, changes into uniform and rushes to Ops::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
CO: It is not a problem, Captain. My arrival was rather unexpected.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
DCO:  Indeed.  I only got word of your assignment here a few hours ago

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::finishes his meditation exercises just as the march fades off in the speakers:: Computer: Normal ambience lighting.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
CO: The Diplomatic Corps works in rather mysterious ways at times. ::She extends her hand toward the CO:: CO: It is a pleasure to meet you, Captain.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::stands up, takes the cup back to the replicator and exits his quarters::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
DCO:  And you.  ::smiles::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
CO: Is there anything in particular I need to know about the station or the crew at this point in time, sir?

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::enters the TL and orders it to OPS::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::guides her towards her office:: DCO:  No, not really.  Pretty stock standard station, really.  However I have noticed some tension between a couple of the officers here.  I'm curious, though.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Stops to look at a display in one of the shops on the Promenade::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::enters Ops and relieves EO at the engineering station::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She follows Captain Horn:: CO: Curious about my assignment aboard the station, Captain?

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::tugs his shirt and the TL arrives to Main Operations::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::looks at her:: DCO:  You could say that.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::reaches her office and signals for the DCO to enter::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::notices a new female officer talking to Capt. Horn::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Shakes her head at the display and walks on::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::enters Main Operations, nods to the officers there, and goes back to his RR... right back to that pile of PADDs::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She enters Horn's office:: CO: May I ask what exactly you are curious about?

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
DCO:  Why a diplomat would want to come here.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Heads to the nearest turbolift and enters:: TL: Main Operations.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::suddenly remembers something and snaps into attention:: Computer: Please confirm Capt. Davis-Patterson arrival time.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
CO: I did not choose this assignment, Captain. It was offered to me and I accepted it. I believe that the Diplomatic Corps believe that a station of this capacity may require a diplomatic specialist from time to time.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::nods:: DCO:  I can see where it may be needed.  I'm afraid I'm not the diplomatic type.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Exits the turbolift into Main Operations and heads for the OPS station::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
<Computer> ::beeps:: Capt. Davis-Patterson has already arrived to the Station twenty minutes ago.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
DCO:  I'll introduce you to the rest of the crew.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
CO: Everyone has their talents, Captain. I assure you that I will do my best to perform my role aboard this station. ::She inclines her head:: CO: That would be great.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Nods to the OPS officer on duty then begins looking over the reports::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::makes himself look busy as he notices the two women are about to make a tour::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::gets up:: DCO:  Let's go.  ::heads for the door indicating for her to exit before her::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She exits Horn's Office and steps back into Ops::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
Computer: Locate Capt. Davis Patterson

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Turns, noticing a new face with Captain Horn.  Quickly checks the personnel files::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
<Computer> ::beeps:: Capt. Davis Patterson is in Main Operations.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Figures it is the new DCO and checks the arrival logs::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::rushes out of his RR to meet the new officer::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She takes note that Ops has filled up in the past several minutes::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::sees the SC emerge from his Ready Room:: SC:  Captain Marek.  Please meet Captain Davis-Patterson, our new DCO.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Looks up as the SC exits the Ready Room::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::Prudence turns toward the Station Commander:: SC: It is a pleasure to meet you Captain Marek. ::She extends her hand in the traditional greeting::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::blushes for having not followed the protocol:: DCO: Captain Davis-Patterson. It is a pleasure to meet you. ::gives the Vulcan salute::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::then change and offers hand to the DCO::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Picks up a PADD then steps over to the DCO and hands her the PADD:: DCO: Excuse me, Captain but here are your quarters and office assignments.  Your things have already been delivered.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::smiles:: DCO:  And this is Lt Cmdr Benson, our Operations Officer.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Nods to the new DCO:: DCO: A pleasure, Captain.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: You will find that Deep Space 102 is one of the finest assignment an SF Officer can get, ::looks around:: We count with the best crew.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She inclines her head:: SC: This is quite a station you have here, Captain. ::She turns toward OPS:: OPS: Thank you, Commander. I have already been to my Quarters for a short period of time. My mother and daughter will also be arriving quite shortly. I believe that information has been sent to you as well.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::motions to the CEO:: DCO:  And over there is Lt Cmdr Masters, our Chief Engineer.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
DCO: Qa'pla, captain.  If you ever need something fixed, I'm  your man.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
DCO: Yes, Captain, however technically I'm still on shore leave and I haven't completed reading all the reports.  I just came up here to take care of a few things.  ::Smiles::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She inclines her head to all:: CEO: It is a pleasure to meet you, Commander.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: Benson and Masters are top efficient officers. Captain Horn and myself are very fortune to have them amongst our crew.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Hears the DCO talking to the CEO and thinks: Yeah, a pleasure now....just wait::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: It seems that this station functions rather efficiently, Captain. I am looking forward to working with everyone.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::senses a little animosity from the OPS, tries to ignore the thought::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: Well, with your record, I am sure you will.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
DCO:  I think we should let you settle in.  If you need anything please let myself or Captain Marek know.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Heads back to the OPS station::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
CO: I think we should leave Capt. Davis-Patterson to accommodate herself on her quarters, then take her for the official welcome tour.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
CO/SC: I can settle in whenever time permits. I would be happy to go on a tour if either of you are up to it.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
SC:  Perhaps you would like to see to it, Captain.  You are far more familiar with the Station than I am.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Talks to the OPS officer on duty before taking a PADD and heading for the turbolift::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
CO: I will gladly. Well, if you please, Captain ::signals the DCO to enter the TL::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Enters the turbolift and holds it for the SC and DCO::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: Thank you, Captain. ::She makes her way into the Turbo Lift::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
OPS: Thanks, Benson. ::enters the TL after the DCO::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::watches the SC and DCO enter:: CO: A diplomat?  Why does Starfleet want a diplomat here?

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::moves over to the command area::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  You have a problem with it?

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
SC: You're welcome, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: No problem, ma'am.  I'm just wondering of the wisdom of the assignment.  I don't know if we need one yet.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC/OPS: So how long have you both been on the station?

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  If what I've seen between you and Cmdr Benson is anything to go by, I think we do.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
OPS/SC: I think Cmdr. Benson will agree with me that our Station has one of the best and colorful, to say something, Promenade. I think that being a diplomat, you will find that the cultural exchange there rather interesting ::raises an eyebrow;;

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::chuckles:: CO: Touché, ma'am.  Though I was going to go through the counselor.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  Just make sure it doesn't interfere with your duties, Commander.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: Well, Kootenai Station, now DS102 has been my only assignment since I graduated from Academy. I think that you can distinguish me from the Station bulkheads ::smiles::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: That's the thing, captain.  I'm afraid if we don't work out our differences, she will want to transfer off the station, or we may just kill each other.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: I have to agree with you, Captain. ::She listens to him closely:: SC: It seems like a rather nice station, Captain.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: She hates me for what I am because some of my people killed her father.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: Indeed.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  I don't want to hear of things between you two getting out of hand.  Am I clear?

SC_Captain_Marek says:
OPS: Benson, would you like to join me in giving the tour to Captain Patterson?

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: What prompted the change in the station's name, Captain?

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Yes, ma'am.  It's just that, since we've smoothed things out so quickly, I was hoping Benson and I would do so, too.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
SC: Thank you, Sir but I had planned on spending the rest of my shore leave snuggled up with a good book.  Maybe some other time?

SC_Captain_Marek says:
OPS: But of course. ::nods::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  But I'm not Benson, am I?

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: No, ma'am, but from what I've read from Capt. VanSickle, you almost have the same temperament.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: Well, it was a necessity after the crew merger... And, although for officers like me, was a little tough, I think it was the best choice for a fresh start.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Which serves you well, if I may add.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  I don't want to hear of any more problems.  Clear?

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Crystal.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: Do you feel that the crew has accepted this merger?

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  Good.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  Anyhow, how's the Station?

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: We're operating at peak efficiency and everything is within specs.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: Yes, they did. Although there are some personal interactions that need to be corrected, so far this Starfleet experiment has been a complete success.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  Good.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She inclines her head:: SC: That is wonderful to hear, Captain. I am quite interested in learning more about this crew.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Ma'am, permission to speak freely about my position here?

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  Go ahead.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Stands quietly listening to the SC and DCO converse::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
::feels the TL come to a stop:: DCO: Well,  this is our stop. Promenade. ::signals the DCO to exit the TL::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Ma'am, before you and your crew joined the station's crew, and when most of my crew was in another parallel reality, I was the chief tactical officer, but also an engineer before that.  I'm starting to really get an itch to get back into tactical.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
OPS: See you around, Commander.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CEO:  I already have a tactical officer.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: I guess you can think of me as a "combat engineer."

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
::She steps onto the Promenade:: OPS: Enjoy your day, Commander.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: I know your husband is a very capable one.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Nods to the SC:: DCO: Enjoy the tour.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  So you want to cover tactical when he's not here?

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Continues in the turbolift to the Officers quarters level::

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Or help him out in battle situations if needed.

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  I'll consider it and speak to Captain Marek.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Thank you, captain.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: So, what do you think ::points at the crowded Promenade:: It is like a little universe itself. ::sounds very proud::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: I have been on this class of station several times, Captain. However, I find that the shops on every station are quite different. Where would you suggest we go to first?

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks to her quarters::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  In the meantime, keep these systems up and running.

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Taps her code into the control pad next to the door then enters:: Computer: Lights, one-half illumination.

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: ::smiles:: I know a place you ought to go... It is call Oasis Bar & Grill... Except for the humor of its manager... it is a wonderful place. Most members of our crew hang out there on a regular basis

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
CO: Yes, ma'am.  You can count on me.

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: Are you inviting me to lunch, Captain? ::She asks with a hint of humor in her voice::

OPS_LtCmdr_Benson says:
::Sits down and pulls off her boots then grabs her book and leans back to read::

CO_Capt_A_Horn says:
CEO:  Good.  ::turns and heads back to her office::

SC_Captain_Marek says:
DCO: ::raises an eyebrow:: Well, Captain, consider it as an unofficial welcome to the Station. Then we will spend the next hours visiting our Station. And of course, Captain Horn will like to have a formal welcome dinner with you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Masters says:
::monitors settings and makes adjustments when necessary::

DCO_Capt_Davis-Patterson says:
SC: That would be wonderful, Captain. I am looking forward to it.

Host Gerry says:
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