Host Tim says:
During the last twenty minutes Commander Adams-MacLeod left the bar and returned to the ship upon getting a message from the Captain.  The CSO and CTO remained in the bar forcing themselves to listen to a Klingon opera.

Host Tim says:
As Commander Jakiel makes plans to go on station she receives a call on her comm badge, incoming message from Star Fleet Headquarters.

Host Tim says:
<<<Resume Mission; How much R&R is too much?>>>

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: sitting on the bed in her quarters wondering what just happened here ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: I'm heading to the holodeck maybe sailing or a good bar fight.....

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::at the bar finishing to listen to the opera:: CTO: Let's take a walk?

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::taps her badge, wondering why they didn't hail Mauro instead::  COM: SF Headquarters: Commander Jakiel here...please go ahead.  ::looks at Quon quizzically::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Read my mind. ::Stands, trying to remember where the holodeck is...::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: stands and walks towards the nursery and stares at her children as they nap ::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::pulls her chair:: CTO: This way.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::in the XO quarters and looks up from his computer screen as Tessa takes her call::

Host Adm_Snooze says:
#COM: Dublin: Commander Jakiel?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Lead on MacDuff...

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
COM: Snooze:  This is she.  Do you have new orders, sir?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::falls into step with the CSO.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: wipes a tear from her eye and sighs :: Self: I just can't believe this. It's so unfair.

Host Adm_Snooze says:
#COM: Jakiel: I am confirming your assignment as acting Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Dublin.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::leading for the station arboretum:: CTO: Uh, MacDuff?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Gives a little sigh:: CSO: Sorry one of those Shakespeare references

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::her mouth starts to open, then closes.  Feels totally speechless and starts shaking her head::  COM: Snooze:  Sir?!  I'm sorry, can you please repeat that?

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::saves the message and shuts off the computer, his eyes widening with surprise at Tessa's sudden increase in responsibility::

Host Adm_Snooze says:
#COM: Jakiel: I am authorizing two more days of R&R for your crew at Star Base 10 while you make the appropriate command changes.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
COM: Snooze: Yes sir...but, may I ask why he is being recalled?

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::walking with CTO by his side:: CTO: I am leading us to the arboretum.

Host Adm_Snooze says:
#COM: Jakiel: Captain MacLeod has been reassigned to assist this command in its inquiries about recent actions concerning the Dublin.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: turns and walks back to the bedroom and picks up a photo of Mackie and gently kisses the image ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: And how can we have a bar fight in the arboretum?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Stops and looks at him.::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::stops and look back:: CTO: This time I am not looking for a fight anymore.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::frowns, knowing precisely what "recent actions" is referring to, then gets up and stands to Tessa's side, wanting to comfort her::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::goes over to Quon, in total shock and wraps an arm around his waist, keeping her eyes on his for comfort::  COM: Snooze: I see...I will do my best, Sir.  Please give him my highest regards... ::has so much more she would like to say to him::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: I happen to like a good fight....

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: How about this we go look at the flowers then bar fight?

Host Adm_Snooze says:
#COM: Jakiel: if you need anything just ask; via the chain of command of course.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::smiles and continues walking:: CTO: Well, looking for the flowers will clear our mind.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: Maybe helping us on focusing better.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: sits and picks up one of Mackie's shirts that he forgot as it lays on the floor ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Deal. ::Starts walking again, hopes this doesn't take too long...::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::says in a quiet voice, trying to hold her voice steady::  COM: Snooze: I will do that...  ::feels like she is in a daze and then thinks about Cassie::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: And use our angry in the right moment.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::holds his embrace with his XO now turned CO, fixing his eyes with her::

Host Adm_Snooze says:
#COM: Jakiel: Meanwhile I'm placing the Dublin at the disposal of Star Base 10's command.  Snooze out. ::monitor goes blank::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Don't always need anger to fight, for me its stress relief, well that and sailing, couple of sports...

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: But the last one to get there. ::starts running:: will listen to anything the other one wants.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: takes a deep sniff of the shirt and then begins to cry slightly ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Doesn't reply but takes off at a full run.::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Easily catching up.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::turns into Quon, and lays her head on his chest::  CNS: I...I can't believe this...I never wanted this.  I thought he would always be here on the Dublin...

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
XO: I sense your trepidation, Imzadi. Such things are to be expected on the Command track. You know this.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::notices CTO is in very good shape::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::realizes they are almost getting in the arboretum when about to enter a child appears in front of him making him stop almost hitting her:: Self: Gee, me and my stupid bets.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Grinning gleefully beats the CSO to the arboretum.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CNS:  Poor Cassie, we should go see her.  I can understand what a shock this would be to her and the children.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Laughing:: CSO: S'ok rematch I only win fair and square...

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
XO: Yes, let us do that. I will go and change to uniform first.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: No problem, a deal is a deal. I have to listen to anything you want.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Bets invalid. ::Still grinning knowing she would of won fairly.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: carefully folds the shirt and places it away ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::moves farther into the arboretum..::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::reluctantly loosens her arms from Quon and just stands there for a moment, then lightly taps her badge::  *FCO*:  Cassie?  Do you feel up to visitors?

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::fast hides in some big bushes:: CTO: Now you don't see me anymore.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: hears the badge beep :: *XO*: You've heard then I take it Tessa?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: This is quite childish...::looking in the bushes, ::

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::heads over to the armoire and changes out of his bathrobe and into his duty uniform::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::suddenly come up in front of CTO screaming:: CTO: Booo.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::realizes she needs to dress officially also and starts putting on her uniform::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Steps back into a fighting stance and only just avoids laying the CSO out on the ground.::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Surprising me is not a good idea...sorry...

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: Hey, you asked for it.  :: stands and put himself in guard and smiles:: That could be fun.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*FCO*:  I was just informed.  Did they give you more warning than they gave me?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: I ask for nothing and I don't fight science nerds.. ::she says jokingly.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::wipes the tears away, trying to bolster her Betazoid emotionalism, thinking she needs to be stronger::

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::finishes dressing and puts on his custom fitted boots, keeping his ruby eyes on Tessa all the while, both concerned yet confident in her leadership capabilities::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
*XO*: Mackie told me only minutes before he had to leave. He barely had time to pack anything.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*FCO*:  I'm sorry, Cassie.  We'll be there in a minute.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: Oh yeah? But this nerd here has some few tricks in the hat.  ::just making a movement and throwing her in the ground, but before she falls, she takes him and throw him away over her::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::holds her hand out to Quon, ready to leave::  CNS: I just can't believe this!  I'm going to talk with our superiors...

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::grinning:: CSO: Nice but your grip’s just a bit off...

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
*XO*: No need for that Tessa. I have to tend to the children for now. We can meet later if there's nothing pressing.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::lying on the floor just a little bit far from the CTO:: Self: I didn't see that coming.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
XO: There will be time for that later, my love. For now, we must speak with Cassie.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Stays out of arms reach of the CSO, wondering if the fight is still on.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*FCO*:  If you're sure.  I'll be calling a staff meeting shortly.  Again...I'm sorry.  Please do stay in quarters until we everything is settled, all right?

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::stands:: CTO: What say you? Should we continue? I still can do it.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: walks back to the nursery and steps inside :: *XO*: Thanks Tessa.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: As you like.. ::proper British accent, she takes a defense stance, advanced marital arts.::

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::takes Tessa's hand:: XO: Are you ready? The crew must know of this very soon.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Respect for CSO going up a notch.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: tucks Seth's blanket around him :: Seth: Sleep well my little one.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: Now we are talking:: changes position to zen kutso dachi then free fight in guard position::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CNS:  No, I'm not ready...I could never be ready for this.  But I do need to recall the senior staff.  ::turns squarely to face Quon and looks deeply into his eyes::  CNS: I'm going to need your strength now more than ever...

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::nods:: XO: You have my support, always.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: decides she has to call Nanny Grace off of shore leave to care for the children :: *Nanny Grace*: Nanny, this is Cassie. Can you please return to the Dublin? I need you.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::squeezes his hand and taps the badge with her other one::  *CSO/CTO*: Commander Jakiel here...I'm sorry to interrupt your shore leave but I need to call you into the Captain's Ready Room for a meeting immediately.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
<Nanny Grace> *FCO*: Mrs. MacLeod? Of course I can come, but what is wrong?

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::One eyebrow goes up as she moves quickly to give a sweep kick...:::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
*Nanny Grace*: I'll explain when you get here. Cassie out.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: Hold.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::listens to the comm:: CTO: Rematch?

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
<Nanny Grace> :: grumbles as she heads back to the Dublin ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::goes into normal position and answers.::*XO*: On my way.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: You're on. For a science nerd you do alright...

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::starts to head back to the ship in step with CSO.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CNS:  I don't know if I'm ready for this...  ::but takes a hesitant step towards the door:: ...so much has happened lately.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::returns the gentle squeeze and begins to lead Tessa out the door:: XO: It's going to be scary, but I know you can do this. Let’s go...

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*CTO*:  Thank you, we'll meet you there.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@::feeling he got the trust from the CTO, he walks with her back to the ship:: CTO: Shouldn't we use transporters?

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@*XO*: We are in our way.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@CSO: We'd better walk it, just walk fast. ::grinning::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::nods her head and exits their quarters, trying to keep her chin up.  Enters the lift and directs it to the bridge::  CNS: I hope Headquarters will listen to me, the Dublin needs Mauro at the helm.  And I want to make a subspace call to Rhianna again...let her know our news.  ::a small smile is given to Quon as the lift doors open::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: sees Nanny return and explains the situation to her ::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
@CTO: Fast enough like this. ::starts running again::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::shakes her head and takes off after him::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
@::Keeps pace.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::after logging into the computer as Captain, and waiting the few minutes for the others to arrive she sees the two officers come in breathing hard::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
<Nanny Grace> FCO: Oh you poor dear. I just knew that man would do something like this to you. Why that good for nothing.....:: stops as she sees the look on Cassie's face ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Stands in room wondering where the Captain is, looks at the XO puzzled.::

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::walks onto the bridge hand-in-hand with Tessa and leads her to the RR after she officially assumes command through the computer, keeping his visage bright and his feelings confident, if not for himself, definitely for her::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*FCO*: Cassie, if you feel up to it...I'm informing the senior staff now.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::finishes taking care of his dizzy running hair:: XO: Where is that Captain ma’am? ::looking intrigued::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
*XO*: I guess I should be there. I'm on my way Tessa.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Waits patiently for the XO to inform them what’s going on.::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::looks to CTO with question mark in his eyes::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::glances back at the CSO, and shrugs slightly.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
*XO*: Ready room Tessa?

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::is glad Cassie can come::  All:  Please take a seat, everyone.  I have some...unexpected news.  ::glances at Quon and keeps her mind touch on him, trying hard to hold steady::  *FCO*:  Yes, the Ready Room, please.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO:  I'll explain that in a moment Derick.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
CSO: The Captain has been recalled to Earth, Lieutenant. Commander Jakiel will explain the situation once the staff has assembled here.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: heads to the ready room, not really sure that she wants to go, but knows that she needs to face the situation ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Mouth falls open in shock. She quickly closes it but still looks stunned.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: arrives at the ready room, sees the door open and walks inside ::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
XO: Commander. :: nods ::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::nods her head at Quon, glad he said it because she doesn't know if she can::  FCO:  Cassie, glad you could make it.  Please have a seat.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::not believing what he just heard:: Self: Gee. What happened?

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: takes a seat near the CSO :: CSO: Hello Lieutenant.

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
FCO: Commander.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::takes a seat across the desk from Tessa alongside the others::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::takes a seat, looking puzzled at the XO.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::continues to stand, takes a deep breath and hopes her voice is not too unsteady::  All:  As Counselor Quon has just stated, Captain MacLeod is on his way to Earth at this moment.  Sometimes the shuffling of command is abrupt...as it is in this case.  I am only temporarily taking his office until I have spoken further with Headquarters to see...

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Is staring at the xo with rapt attention, trying to make sense of what just happened.::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::listen very carefully with shock::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::has to swallow as her voice catches::  ...to see what this is about.  I will let you know whatever I find out.  I...feel your concern.  I'm in as great a shock as you...

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::keeps his gaze steady, feeling Tessa's growing anxiety, and ready to intercede on her behalf if necessary::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::he thinks "gee. and she read my mind again. I keep forgetting about it"::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::inhales deeply again, 'leaning' on Quon's confidence::  All:  We will still be having two more days shore leave.  I know it will be hard, but take this time to relax and gather your thoughts.  I'm sure Mauro would appreciate any messages you would like to send.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Makes a mental note to do just that, trying to sort out why command would pull him.::

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::does not have to empathically sense Cassie's reaction to this unexpected development to know how she is feeling right now::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
Self: I hope Starfleet has a good reason for that or they will be sorry for that. ::closes his fists under the table::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
All: I would ask if you have any questions, but...  ::pauses again::  ...I have no further answers I'm afraid.  I count on you all to keep steady.  ::looks at Quon momentarily, her eyes misting::  Please speak to Counselor Quon if you need to, he can be a great source of support for all of us.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
XO: Ma'am can you tell us why?

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: sits there stone faced as she listens to Tessa ::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Is getting quite annoyed with HQ.::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::looks at CTO and nods for the question::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::and realizes about the FCO:: Self: Uh oh.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::catches the CSO's look toward the FCO and thinks to self 'oh boy'::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::hesitates before answering the tactical officer, calling in her diplomatic skills::  CTO:  Captain MacLeod will be giving a full report on the recent mission that ended.  I am sure he will have sufficient answers and then may be able to return.  Are there any other questions?

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
XO: Ma’am, permission to speak freely.

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::looks over at Cassie, hoping she can cope with all this::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO:  Yes, please, go ahead.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::Harker had been in long enough to know what kind of trouble came with the type of full report that recalled a full captain with no warning, her eyes narrowed.::

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
::switches his gaze from Tessa to Derick with interest::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:: sees Tessa looking at her and just smiles ::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::'catches' the various moods in the room and knows the crew will have some severe adjusting to this news to the temporary loss of their beloved Captain::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
~~~CNS:  We will all need you.  I know you can sense that too.~~~

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
XO: It can not be right. I am starting to feel very uncomfortable with recent events. First, Star Fleet lets your daughter go in the past and change it drastically. Now this? One of the best Captains of entire SF just been relocated? This is not what I...

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
XO:... promised to defend. This can not be right.

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
~~~XO: Yes...trying times for us all, but we will persevere and move on....and the Captain will return to us.~~~

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::nods in CSO's support.::

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
XO: If you excuse me, I'll be in my quarters. That's too much for me. ::stands and starts to leave::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO:  I know this is hard to understand.  ::feels a bit of anger and some sadness start to take her over again::  This is...difficult to understand.  I think perhaps we might have a group closed session for any of the staff considering...if the Counselor is willing?

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::listens and keep on moving::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO:  Derick, please return until you are dismissed...

CNS_Lt_So`Quon says:
XO: Absolutely. CSO: Lieutenant, please have a seat. Let us finish this discussion first until the Captain has dismissed us.

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
::despite her non touchy feely ways, goes to touch the CSO's arm as the XO calls him back.::

XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
~~~CNS:  Thank you.  The emotions are...a bit overwhelming.~~~

CSO_Lt_Wildstar says:
::stops and looks at CTO hand:: CTO: Just because of you. ::with anger::

CTO_Lt_Harker says:
CSO/Any: Personally I think HQ is full of it but we're not here to defend HQ we're here for the citizens of the Federation. In between the incompetents at HQ and forces of evil we need to protect them.

Host Tim says:
<<<Pause Mission>>>

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