Host Sy says:
Mission Prologue: We rejoin the crew of the USS Delphyne where a birthday party for Telas, one of the refugees saved by the crew, is in full swing in sickbay; some of the crew is busy investigating MicLike and his ship; and a team of engineers are busy trying to shore-up the heavily damaged ship without getting killed in the process.

Host Sy says:
Will the Captain have to wear a party hat?  What will be discovered about this MicLike character?  Will the engineering team find themselves in a whole heap of trouble on board MicLike's ship?  Stay tuned to find out…

Host Sy says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume YoHo>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::At the main science station on the bridge, keeping an eye on the AT's transport signals::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::standing in sickbay looking for MicLike who disappeared among the children::

FCO_Harm says:
::Keeps his eye on the tell tales that monitor the towed ships warp core and the Del's tractor beam::

CEO_K`Vas says:
::on the damaged ship making repairs along with his engineers ::

CNS_Jakiel says:
Group of girls:  Okay, ladies, let's round up the whole gang.  Time for the party.... ::looks around for the captain::

Host Sy says:
<Jamen> ::in sickbay playing host.  Offers the CO and CNS chairs as several of the other older children begin serving the participants of the party.::  CO/CNS: Please let us repay your kindness to us.

EO_Sharpe says:
::monitoring the tractor beam and the away team

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stares at the myriad of buttons arrayed before him and wonders how best to start a comparison of MicLike's likeness with an identification database? Starts by capturing his image and pattern and loading those parameters into his search::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles at Jamen, and takes a seat:: Jamen:  Thank you, that's very considerate.  Go ahead and get your plate.  We'll be fine.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::reporting to Sickbay along with the extra security ordered::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
:looks at the boy:: Jamen: Thank you but I will stand.  ::watches the children still waiting for MicLike::

Zemos says:
::::runs around kicking other kids::

CEO_K`Vas says:
@*EO*: Mr. Sharpe, continue monitoring the SIF of this vessel as it is towed.  The away team is finishing up and will return shortly.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::picks up one little girl and sets her on her lap, taking an extra plate.  She looks up at the counselor shyly::  Shy girl:  It's okay, try it.  ::takes a bite herself::

Host Sy says:
Action: Telas climbs on the CNS' lap and Remoes pulls at the CO's pants wanting up as well.

Zemos says:
::trips and spills his fruit drink on Re'Volos::

EO_Sharpe says:
*CEO*: Aye sir, its currently holding

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Begins a search against MicLike's patterns, starting with the 'wanted persons' databases. Starts the sensors working on the hull markings while he waits::

Zemos says:
TO: Opps  ::runs away::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks down at the little girl:: Remeos: You again?  I thought I told you to stay.

CEO_K`Vas says:
@*CO*: Captain I am making one last sweep of the damaged ship.  The SIF has been restored sufficiently for towing.  The away team will be returning shortly

TO_Re`Volos says:
::jumps back:: Self: Excellent

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*CEO*: Good work, Lt.  Let me know when you and your team have returned.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::adjusts Telas to a comfortable position:: Telas:  So does this make up for your other party?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::something in his scans catches his eye, and he narrows in on one of the identifier markings::

Host Sy says:
<Telas> ::nods but doesn't say anything::

CEO_K`Vas says:
@*CO* : Yes Captain

TO_Re`Volos says:
::wiping juice from his uniform:: CO: Reporting as ordered, captain.

Host Brett says:
<Remoes> ::Pulls harder on the CO's tunic.::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::The computer beeps at him, and Andy glances over. After passing through the wanted persons index, the computer moved onto the species database.:: Self: Oh, that's interesting!

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CNS: Counsellor...do something with this. ::indicates the child::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles at the girl and gives her a little hug::  Telas:  I was just guessing at the kind of cake.  I hope you like it?

Zemos says:
::runs around Re'Volos copying what he does::

Host Sy says:
<Telas> ::smiles and take another bite::

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: Sweep our port side with active sensors

Host CO_K`Beth says:
TO: Good Lt.  I think we need to have another talk with this MicLike.  I'm still not satisfied with his story.

CEO_K`Vas says:
@:: after one last check of the repairs :: *Transporter chief*: 4 to transport

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Commander, the computers have identified MicLike's species. It says he's a Tkasian, a relatively unknown species since their planet is in Romulan space.

Host Brett says:
<Remoes> ::Runs around behind the Captain, to avoid being taken away.  Hugs her waist::

FCO_Harm says:
*CO* Captain I am picked up an anomaly off our port side, it was momentary but there was definitely something there

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Aye sir. Active sensor sweep. ::performs an active sensor sweep to port::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::raises an eyebrow and looks pointedly at the two children in her lap and the one crawling up her chair::  CO:  She just likes you, ma'am.  Just take a bite of cake and get her started on her own and she'll be fine.  If that doesn't work, try the ice cream.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::nodding:: CO: Very well.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: ::after a moment:: Sir, nothing showing up on active sensors to port.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::While the computer continues to chew on narrowing down MicLike's identity, he turns back to his sensor scans of the hull::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::peeks around the captain at Remoes and takes a bite of ice cream, making noises about how good it is::  Remoes:  Remoes...wouldn't you like some of this?  You better get some soon before it runs out.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*FCO*: Scan for chronometric particles in that area.  I'll be up as soon as I can.

Host Sy says:
Action: MicLike glares at one of the smallest children and nods his head.  The little girl starts to tremble and squeezes the stomach of her stuffed animal.  The squeeze triggers a series of transmissions originating within the bear that is sent into what appears to be empty space and MicLike's ship.  At the same time, all at the party hears the toy make a toy “growl.”  The children glance at MicLike and begin to nervously giggle.

FCO_Harm says:
*CO* Aye Ma'am

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Sir, this is odd. It appears that the identification markings on his ship weren’t damaged by weapons fire...they were ground down. Like they wanted to conceal its identity.

Host Brett says:
<Remoes> ::Giggles and then nods at the CNS::

Zemos says:
::giggles::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::snaps his attention to the growling toy, hand going to his phaser:: Child: What is that?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::shoos the child:: Remeos: Yes..go..run..play...

Host Sy says:
Action: At the toys growl, Telas and Remoes give the CNS and CO a big hug, but there is a bit of sadness to it.  In the process of giving them hugs, the children un-noticeably attach a small device (about 1 cm square) in the clothing of the officers and activate it.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::takes a clean spoon and holds out a bite of ice cream:: Remoes:  Sure is good....  ::smiles and winks at Remoes::

FCO_Harm says:
*CO* We are detecting unauthorized transmissions from sickbay to what appears empty space

FCO_Harm says:
::Runs the chronometric scans::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::hears the FCO And curses quickly as she disentangles herself from Remeos:: FCO: I'll be right up.

Host Brett says:
<Remoes> ::Waves sadly at the departing CO::

 CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles at Telas and hugs her back, but then notices her face doesn't match her action::  Telas:  Are you feeling alright, honey?  ::puts a hand to her forehead::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
TO: Lt. Scan the area...someone is transmitting from here.  Lock this area down...now.

Host Brett says:
<Remoes> ::gets some ice cream::

Host Sy says:
Action: The pirate ship decloaks on the port side, opposite to MicLike's ship and starts to fire on the Delphyne as it passes by in its attack run.

Host Sy says:
Action: The away team materializes in the transporter room

TO_Re`Volos says:
*Duty TO*: Lock down the Sickbay.  ::pulls out a scanner and begins searching for the source of the transmission

CNS_Jakiel says:
::extends her hand towards Remoes, trying to coax her over::  Remoes: It's okay, sweetheart, I'm sure the nice captain will be back soon to play.

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: Get the away team back now, ::drops the tractor beam as he picks up on the charges being activated in MicLics ship::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Self: What the? ::Actively deep scans the pirate ship and records the data to databanks::

Host Sy says:
Action: Charges on board MicLike’s ship that were activated by the earlier transmissions explode, destroying MicLike’s ship.  The blast is close enough to the Delphyne that it is rocked heavily.  Among other things, the blast takes out a couple of shield generators creating a hole in the Del’s shielding.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::feels the ship rock and hurries towards the door:: CNS: This party is over.  Get the children secure.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Sir, they just beamed back.

Host Sy says:
Action: The pirate ship turns around for another pass.

FCO_Harm says:
Duty TO: Bring us to Alert status Red

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: takes his helmet off and starts running to engineering :: Caveda/Dawson/Reed: Get to engineering on the double

CNS_Jakiel says:
Herself:  Oh no...  CO: Yes, ma'am.  ::gently slides the children off her lap and lays the plates aside, taking the children's hands::

Host Sy says:
Action: The orphans and MicLike activate electrical devices that are attached to their clothes.  With the hole in the shields the pirate ship activates it transporters and quickly beams the CO, CNS, MicLike, and the children off.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
*FCO*: Commander...what is happening? ::moves around a little boy and  is suddenly dematerialized:: What the....

TO_Re`Volos says:
<TO_Cypher> *TO*: Aye aye, sir. ::initiates a force field around SickBay, and brings the ship to Red Alert::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Compares the new scans of the Pirate ship to the last one to see if they match?::

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: do we have the AT

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Yes sir. They're all back.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: runs into engineering :: EO : Report, what is the ship status

FCO_Harm says:
::Drops the tractor and moves to a pursuit course::  Duty TO: Return Fire

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Sees the flash as an interruption in his sensor sweep.:: Self: Whoa!

TO_Re`Volos says:
<TO_Cypher> ::returns fire at the pirate ship::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::feels the tingling of the transporter::  Herself:  No...

Host Sy says:
Action: The pirate ship cloaks and heads off but not before it is hit by the Del’s fire.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Sir, scans of current threat vessel's signature are identical with the one we met earlier.

TO_Re`Volos says:
<TO Cypher> FCO: Sir, before the pirate vessel cloaked I detected unauthorized transport out of the Sickbay

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: get the CO and Captain back here, scan for there com badges

FCO_Harm says:
*TO*: Report to the bridge

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Aye sir, scanning! ::focuses all sensor palettes that bear on the last known trajectory of the pirate ship::

FCO_Harm says:
<Duty TO> ::Continues to fire in broad sweeps of the area

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: ::sighs heavily:: Sir, I got nothing! I can't detect them. Probably the cloak.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::begins scanning for neutrinos and anti-protons::

TO_Re`Volos says:
*FCO/TO_Cypher*: On my way. Ensign, disengage shields around Sickbay  ::runs out of the room as the shields come down.::

Host Sy says:
Action: More children, mostly young teenagers, on the pirate ship surround the CO and CMO as they materialize.  MicLike quickly exits the room via an open doorway and activates a force field over it.

EO_Sharpe says:
CEO:: Shields at 20%, hull breaches on decks 15-13

TO_Re`Volos says:
<TO_Cypher> FCO: Aye aye, sir.

EO_Sharpe says:
::quickly dispatches repair teams::

EO_Sharpe says:
CEO: Damage control teams are enroute

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::glares at MicLike and kneels down with the younger ones::  Kids:  Do you know where we are?

TO_Re`Volos says:
::enters the bridge:: FCO: Lt. Re'Volos reporting Commander.

CEO_K`Vas says:
EO: Understood.  Monitor our SIF as the repairs are made

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::materializes and sees the crowd of children and Miclike just disappearing through a doorway:: MicLike: Wait!  What the hell is going on here...::pushes her way towards the doorway through the children::

Host Sy says:
#<MicLike> ::glares at them through the opened doorway::  CO: Captain, ::chuckles evilly:: Welcome aboard my ship.

CEO_K`Vas says:
::begins opening the auxiliary power relay to augment the shields and SIF generators ::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::nods to Ensign Cypher and takes over at the Tac Station::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#MicLike:  How dare you use little children!

FCO_Harm says:
::Swears to himself, loosing ones CO his first time back in the big chair will not go down well on his record::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::shoulders her way through the kids by the door and hits the force field with her hand:: MicLike: What is going on here?  Let us out.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Sir! We have an Ion trail! ::patches it to FCO, Helm and Tactical.::

CEO_K`Vas says:
*CO* : Shields are at 20% are charging, we have sustained several hull breeches. Damage control teams are on route to those areas

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::takes some of the children with her and moves over to the captain::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Focuses a sensor palette on the debris field and saves it to the data banks as evidence::

Host MicLike says:
#CO Captain, now why would I do that... I just got you where I want you.

Host MicLike says:
#::grins evilly at the CO and CNS::

FCO_Harm says:
*CEO* Understood, we have had an abduction.  The CO and CNS were beamed off just after the ship exploded get us shields back ASAP

CNS_Jakiel says:
#MicLike:  Whomever you are...you are a very sick man.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::stands and looks directly at MicLike:: MicLike: And the reason for that is....?

FCO_Harm says:
TO: I need anything to help establish a target, but remember the CO and CNS are over there, we need to keep them from getting back to the neutral zone

CEO_K`Vas says:
::growls:: *FCO*: WHAT...:: lowers his voice :: Yes commander the shields are being restored

Host MicLike says:
#::chuckles evilly:: CNS: You have know idea.  CO:  Oh I have some friends that are going to want to meet you.... Captain.

TO_Re`Volos says:
FCO: Yes, Commander.  ::analyzes ion trail data and begins an extrapolation of possible targets::

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: Just before the transport we detected a signal from sick bay, maybe we can use the frequency of that signal as a way to locate the pirates

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::her eyes narrow:: MicLike: And who are these 'friends' of yours?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
TO: Here's the sensor information we got...in case it helps. ::patches the data to the tac console::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Yes sir. I'll see what I can do. ::brings up the sensor data on the signal and begins breaking it down::

Host Brett says:
#<Remoes> ::Hugs the CO's waist again::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::looks at the captain questioningly and holds a couple of the children close, whispering:: Kids:  Do you know why the bad man is doing this?  You can tell me....maybe I can help you.

Host MicLike says:
#<Child on Bridge> ::timidly::  MicLike: They got in a lucky shot, Mic.  We are leaking and we are down to warp 4

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::growling:: CNS: Get this child off of me...now is not the time...::unwinds Remeos' arms and carries the child over to the CNS::

Host MicLike says:
#::roars and then stomps away to the bridge::

Host Brett says:
#<Remoes> ::Begins to cry::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::quickly looks for a door panel or control while MicLike is gone::

CEO_K`Vas says:
EO: Double check the shield generators, I want shields up to full power immediately

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::takes Remoes and looks at the captain, a little shocked::  Remoes:  It's alright.  It's fine, we'll get out of here...  :;bounces the little girl as she walks farther off::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::adds sensor data on the ship as to capabilities and the signal transmission frequency to aid in extrapolation::

FCO_Harm says:
::Takes a deep breath waiting for his people to get him some information to work with::

EO_Sharpe says:
CEO:: Aye sir!

Zemos says:
#::holds arms out at Jakiel to hold while crying::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Breaks the signal down into it's base components, and begins analyzing for carrier pattern and frequencies. Also any embedded commands. ::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::finds a panel and pulls off the cover looking over the wiring and circuits inside.::

FCO_Harm says:
TO: Absent any definitive target, target the area manually, maybe we will get some luck

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::kneels down again to hold Zemos close too:: Kids:  Please tell me, what is happening?  We can't help if we don't know.

EO_Sharpe says:
::flips a few switches, recalibrates a few circuits::

TO_Re`Volos says:
FCO: Sir, we have a path and can follow the pirate ship, but not gain on it.

CEO_K`Vas says:
*FCO*: Commander the shields will be fully charged and the breeches patched in one hour

FCO_Harm says:
TO: Send course information to FCO station

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::watches the captain, wondering where they will go if they she does get the force field down::

TO_Re`Volos says:
FCO: Transmitting now.  ::does so::

FCO_Harm says:
Duty FCO: Plot course and lay in maximum warp

EO_Sharpe says:
CEO::: Sir, I’ve managed to boost the recharge rate by 1.5% a minute

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::working on the wiring, looks at the older kids:: Kids: Who else is on this ship besides you and MicLike?

Zemos says:
#Jakiel: He beats us and makes us do things we don’t want to do, but we can’t stop him.

FCO_Harm says:
TO: Manual targeting forward vector, let’s try and slow them down a bit

FCO_Harm says:
<Duty FCO> ::Lays in the course and engages the warp engines.::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#Kids:  Has MicLike made you do this before?

CEO_K`Vas says:
EO: Excellant Mr. Sharpe you may have earned your pay for the week.

Zemos says:
#::nods::

Host Jamen says:
CO: Just us.

Host Jamen says:
#::turns to the CNS::  CNS: This is what we do.

FCO_Harm says:
*CEO* I need all the speed you can give me

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::jumps back as a spark flies out and curses shaking her hand.  Looks quickly for MicLike and continues to try and hot wire the force field:: Jamen: Who are these friends of his?

CNS_Jakiel says:
#Herself:  Why that...  ::narrows her eyes::  Jamen:  Do you want to get away from him?

CEO_K`Vas says:
*FCO*: Aye commander, dropping replicates off line and reducing lighting to emergency on lower decks.  Diverting that power to the engines

Host Jamen says:
#::looks at the CNS his eyes cold::  CNS: I tried... once.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::begins aggressive scanning of forward vectors, and somewhat to forward port and starboard quarters::

Host Jamen says:
Action: A metal door slides shut across the doorway due to the CO's tampering

TO_Re`Volos says:
FCO: Aye aye sir.  ::Commences forward firing vector pattern, reminiscent of Terran viedeogames::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::is afraid she knows what he means::  Jamen:  And he hurt you for trying?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::curses again and hits the door with her fist.  Stands for a second before turning and looking around their cell::

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: How long until we get to the Neutral zone

Host Jamen says:
#::stares at her a long moment before turning away:: CNS: Among other things

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Calculating sir.

TO_Re`Volos says:
FCO: We seem to be gaining sir, but they are still out of range.

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::puts a hand on Jamen's shoulder:: Jamen:  Oh, Jamen, I'm sorry.  Do you know what he'll do with us?  Why would he want us?

FCO_Harm says:
<Duty FCO> FCO: Whatever we hit out there, we are gaining on it sir, not very fast but gaining

Zemos says:
#::hugs Jakiel and keeps on crying::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: Sir, ETA to neutral zone.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO:...One hour.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::walks the perimeter of the room looking for anyway out.  A ventilation shaft...anything. ::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::sends another volley out from the forward turrets::

FCO_Harm says:
CIV: And time to over take the pirate vessel would be slightly longer then that, knowing our luck, please tell me I am wrong cadet.

Host Jamen says:
#CNS:  He plans to sell you ::starts to comfort the other children::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::pats Zemos back, not knowing what else to do::  Zemos/Jamen:  Look...we have that great big starship, remember?  And they are going to come after us.  This ship is small, it can't possibly get away.

CNS_Jakiel says:
#::catches her breath, a knot in her stomach growing cold::  Jamen:  Sell us?  ::pauses for a second::  For what purpose?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
FCO: ::Stares at his calculations and raises an eyebrow:: Actually sir, I'm sorry..or happy...to say that you are wrong. Assuming current courses and speeds are maintained, we should intercept in 50 minutes.

Host Jamen says:
#CNS: ::sounds cold and matter of factly::  For this ship... his life... the removal of some of the bounties on his head in the Remus system

FCO_Harm says:
*CEO* We currently have a ten minute window to overtake the pirates before we have to break off pursuit.  I need more speed.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::sees a ventilation shaft in the ceiling.  Points to Jamen:: Jamen: You...come over here.  If I give you a leg up do you think you could reach that shaft?

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::continues to beat the forward area with aggressive sensor sweeps::

Host Jamen says:
#::looks at what the CO is pointing to::  I might, but why would I do that?

FCO_Harm says:
Duty OPS: Inform sector ips of our situation.  Request instructions should we be forced to pursue into the neutral zone.

CEO_K`Vas says:
*FCO*: By your command  :: cuts in all available power, leaving just bare necessities operational on the rest of the ship ::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#Herself:  He wasn't kidding, was he?  He IS a very sick man.  Jamen:  Because you want to help us escape...right?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::looks at him directly:: Jamen: Because if you don't you will end up doing this ::indicates the children and the cell:: for the rest of your life.  If you do then we have a chance to get out of here and none of you will ever see MicLike again.

FCO_Harm says:
<Duty OPS>  ::Transmits a sit rep to Admiral Kiel's office high priority::

Host Jamen says:
#::looks at the CO then the CNS and Zemos::  All: It is just to risky...

Zemos says:
#::lets go of Jakiel::

Zemos says:
::runs up the back of K'Beth’s back and makes a leap for the shaft::

Host Jamen says:
Action: Zemos attempt is way short.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#::stumbles forward as she is hit from behind and turns to see Zemos fall.  Rubs her shoulder where the boy hit and looked down at him:: Zemos: Go sit down..now.

CNS_Jakiel says:
#CO:  I guess one of them wants out.  ::watches Zemos acrobatics::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#CO:  Captain...perhaps I could reach it?

FCO_Harm says:
::Listens to the phasers firing and the crew moving around with great efficiency, suddenly realizes that while this is not the Luna she has a crew that would at least gave them a descent run for there money::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
#CNS: Come over here and see if you can reach it.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::continues the forward firing arcs::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stares at the science console wondering what tricks he can pull out of it?::

CNS_Jakiel says:
#CO:  Yes ma'am.  ::gets up on the captain's shoulders and hangs on::

FCO_Harm says:
::Crosses his fingers, knowing what happens next will be as much luck as skill::

Host Jamen says:
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