Host Tim says:
While the department heads gathered in the briefing room Captain Cerdan stepped into his ready room to hold a classified conversation with Star Fleet; specifically why the Dublin required an escort.  The attendees wait impatiently.

Host Tim says:
<<<Resume Mission; Friend or Foe? >>>

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: sits in the briefing room looking around and impatiently tapping her foot :: Self: Where is he?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
:: looking at the clock one more time wondering when the Captain is going to arrive:: OPS: I hate waiting.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::sees the Captain off and walks into the meeting to let them know the Captain was detained::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
FCO:  Captain sure is a busy man.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Duty Tac Officer continues Tac scans and readiness checks, per routine.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Sits in a chair in the corner, watching the rest of the senior staff from a discreet distance::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
<Duty OPS> ::Continues to monitor communications channels.::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Sits in a chair tapping at a PADD.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::slides into the room and then edges up towards OPS and FCO.  Whispers:: OPS: Am I late?

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
All: Can I have everyone's attention, please?  Go ahead and be seated.

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::wonders why the CEO always sit at a certain distance, maybe her sonic shower is broken::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
CSO:  Nope.  Captain had to leave.  Looks like he'll be a while.

Host Tim says:
<Cerdan>*XO*: Commander, I may be a while. Please have the others wait for 5 minutes and if I'm not there by then I'll reschedule the meeting.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::quietly sits with his head lowered and eyes closed, opening his mind to Tessa, as if in deep meditative thought::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Waves to the CEO, sitting in the corner.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
XO: Aye Ma'am. ::stands by his chair waiting for the others to sit::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*Cerdan*: Yes sir, I'll let them know.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Nods back to the OPS::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Gets up and walks to the back of the room and sits next to the CEO, smiling at her.::  CEO:  Hi there.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: switches legs and continues to tap her foot ::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
XO: Any idea of the reason of this meeting?

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
OPS: Greetings, Cadet. I trust you left your ammunition in the mess hall?

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::gives an exaggerated sigh of relief:: OPS/FCO: Whew....thought I was going to get into trouble

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
CSO: Aren't you always? ::grins::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
CEO:  Yes, Ma'am.  I'm all tired now.  I think the event wore me down.  So how are things in Engineering?

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::looks around the room at each person, stands::  All:  I have no idea what this meeting was about as I didn't even realize we were exactly having a meeting.  ::smiles wryly::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::mumbles to no one in particular… 'the murderer is somebody in this room...'::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::sticks her tongue out at Delgado::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE SENSOR SCANS OF THE DUBLIN CONTINUE ONCE AN HOUR; AS PREVIOUSLY REPORTED ONCE THE SCANS ARE COMPLETED THE KUKRIS SENDS AN ENCRYPTED MESSAGE TO... SOMEONE.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::turns with her tongue still sticking out towards the XO when she hears the XO speak::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::nods to Delgado as she answers his question for everyone::  All:  Buuuut, I do have another concern to address...  ::looks pointedly at a couple of officers and pauses::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Listens as the duty Tac informs her of the scans continuing.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
XO: Any idea about why they are scanning us?

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
OPS: Things are going well. As long as we get the promised layovers, we should be fine.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
<Duty OPS> *XO*:  Ma'am we are still getting those weird encrypted messages from the Kukris.  I still can't make out where they're sending them to.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::gulps and immediately pulls her tongue in and edges back behind OPS and the FCO::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: stops the foot tapping for a moment as Tessa speaks ::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
XO: Any just who are they sending messages too?

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Stops, and tries to hide, but realizes there is no place to hide.::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::remains unmoving, eyes still closed, 'feeling' out the contrasting emotions in the room::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
All: I wonder why they are scanning us, is not like it is a normal procedure, especially after all this time we have been traveling side by side.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
<Duty OPS> ::Continues to try to decrypt the message from the Kukris.::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: wonders when this so called meeting will break up ::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Wonders if the Captain is perhaps dealing with the scanning issues from the Kukris.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
All:  Excuse me for a moment.  ::taps her combadge::  *Duty OPS*:  I'd like to confirm that those messages are being sent to headquarters, correct?  Keep monitoring and try to find a computer specialist.  The Captain may want us to try to crack the message open.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
Self:  Maybe that's what he's dealing with behind closed doors.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
FCO: Well, I could go over and ask the Kukri if you like, Lieutenant Delgado...

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
CEO: Please do...sounds the easier way to go.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
<Duty OPS> *XO*:  I can't confirm that they are going to Headquarters.  I'm trying to crack them now.  I'll get a computer specialist to help out.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::leans over to the CEO, who is sitting nearby.:: CEO: About your suggestion. I've been thinking of tactical training for the entire ship. You know as a reserve force. Shouldn't be a problem to start with Engineering, after all its a vital section of the ship and will need to be held against intruders.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: Ready whenever you are, Commander.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
All:  For the moment, we'll see if we can gather more information on what and why the Kukri is scanning us.  The Gorn did say they would make a complaint about us 'popping' in on them.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: leans forward and puts her elbows on the table :: XO: Excuse me Commander, but am I still needed here as it appears the Captain is going to be delayed?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Starts working with the CEO on scheduling etc.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::steps forward:: XO: Ma'am....I might be able to isolate exactly what they are scanning for.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::opens his eyes and looks to Paige:: CTO: Commander, is it standard procedure for Starfleet Tactical to scan fellow ships in this manner after returning from deep space assignment?

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Leans over on the chair over the PADD and conferences with the CTO::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
XO: Maybe we could make their life a little more difficult. Scramble some frequencies; make them work harder for those scans.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::glances up for a moment from talking with the CEO.:: ALL: Have we tried asking them yet.? ::returns to her discussion.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
All: Isn't this what the Captain is doing now?

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::sends a look to the FCO, meets Delgado's eyes, and shakes his head to him, disagreeing with that idea::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
<Duty OPS> ::Starts to re-establish the computer's firewalls to try to keep them from scanning them.::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CNS: Not that I know of Counselor, which makes this so odd.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
FCO: We could use our sensors to scramble theirs if we invert the signal.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: ::quietly:: I'd say we go ask the ship, Commander, not the crew... if you get my meaning. ::winks:: But I'm not in charge.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
All:  I'll go ahead and dismiss you all for now until the Captain is free...weeeell, all except the CSO and the OPS.  I'd like them to stay for a private chat.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Gulps.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
CSO: This is what I was thinking. Oh well here goes the poker::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::grins.:: CEO: Officially that’s not permitted...

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::sighs and stays behind:: XO: Ma'am...did you hear my suggestion that I could probably isolate exactly what they are scanning for?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::At the XO's words stands with the CEO continuing the discussion.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: Aye Sir. It's certainly not officially permitted. ::grins::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::gets up and follows the CTO out of the room::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
FCO: The Kukri should not be scanning us, that is for sure.  I think we should contact that ship shortly.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: looks over at Tayla and smiles  before getting up and heading out ::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Gets up and heads over to the XO, waiting to get yelled at.::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::glances at the OPS and CSO, knowing what Tessa must do, then stands from his chair and stands at the door, waiting for the others to leave::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
XO: Yes ma'am, it gives me the creeps to say the truth and why every hour. with your permission I'd leave now ::exits the meeting room::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Stands at attention, trying not to stare too much in Gael's direction as he leaves.::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: walks across the bridge looking around as she nears the turbolift ::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::follows the FCO out and takes his usual seat next to the captain's on the bridge and sighs::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: So hypothetically speaking, what would the computer be able to tell us, unofficially of course? ::Steps into turbolift.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::makes a last gesture to OPS and then leaves toward his quarters::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
FCO:  Yes, dismissed.  I'll be on the bridge in a few minutes.  ::has a thought::  Go ahead and scan the Kukri.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Waits for her punishment.::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: steps into the lift  and heads down, down ::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO: That's a good idea.  We need to know why if it can be found out.  ::looks at OPS::  OPS:  Or we'll just ask them.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: Off the record, Sir? Anything we want. I have a little worm I picked up from a friend when I was on TDY... it is VERY effective against LCARS systems, I speak from experience. Best of all, we can have it self-purge when we are finished. ::grins::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::looks at OPS and the CSO::  OPS/CSO:  Okay...you two.  Short and sweet.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Looks straight ahead, and waits for it.::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: What I don't know won't get me arrested to quote my great grandfather. ::Looks at the CEO pointedly.:: Lets first do the usual things we'll give the CO a little time, and shore up our own computer defenses.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::tries to keep her face stern::  CSO/OPS:  Food fight?  We having a bit of cabin fever are we? And that's rhetorical.  Chef Bordeaux wasn't too thrilled and I got the chewing out.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::wishes the XO would hurry up and yell so she can get onto those scans and sensors::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::watches the view screen on the bridge, gazing at the image of the Kukri flying formation with Dublin, ominous in its size and tactical superiority::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Makes mental note to get even with Chef Bordeaux .. somehow.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: Understood. If you DO want me to look around... let me know. ::grins:: Until then, let me know what you need me to do?

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO/OPS:  It seems he has a need for some help since you two are that fond of food. So, for the next week he'll have some evening hours for you in the kitchen.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::doesn't say a word, knowing from experience that most questions asked in getting chewed out are rhetorical...and usually answered immediately afterwards by the person asking them::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: I'm going to see what I can find on this vessel, a ships history can sometimes be useful.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
Self:  For a week.  ::Frowns.:: There go the poker nights.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CSO:  Now, you need to see to finding out about the scans, so we'll be off.  OPS:  Cadet, go ahead and hail the Kukri.

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::takes the TL headed for his quarters knowing he has nothing left to do::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: I'll go down to the LCARS controls and put in an additional firewall and seal the LCARS to any off-ship access until further notice.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: Until then I recommend blinding their sensors to us and figuring out what they are reporting and to whom. If things don't go well on that front, we'll have to consider....unofficial options. ::slight grin::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
XO:  Yes, Ma'am.  ::Turns to exit.::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: Excellent thought.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
XO: yes ma'am.  But...um...ma'am...maybe you want to give me a different punishment?  I'm really a bad cook and well...I think I'd punish the crew worse than I would be punished.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Hears the CSO as she is exiting and chuckles.  Heads over to her station, and relieves the duty ops.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: I can generate a Thoron particle field around the ship… it would blind all their sensors?

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::chuckles::  CSO:  You think there is nothing to do in the kitchen but cook?  This should be an education.  ::smiles wryly::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: arrives back at her quarters to pick up something and decides to check her messages ::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Opens a hail to the Kukris.::  COM: Kukris:  This is the USS Dublin, we are requesting to speak with the Captain of your vessel.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*CTO/CEO*:  Report and suggestions.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::listens for a reply to the comm and stays standing::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::enters the quarters he is now sharing with Tayla and sits on an armchair opening the violin case nearby::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::shrugs:: XO: If you say so ma'am.  ::heads off tot he bridge thinking that sometimes command officers just confused her and feeling really sorry for the poor mugs who will have to eat her cooking::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::impressed.:: CEO: Nice, prep it but don't put it into use yet. No reason to go all out unless needed, we may want that as a backup plan. I like how you're mind works. ::slight grin.:: I'll be in my office, researching this vessel. I'll be sure to pass anything I learn of use along.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
*XO*: On my way to the computer core Sir, to beef up security... and then on my way back to Main Engineering, unless you had other plans?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
*XO*:Ma'am?

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Dublin, this is Captain Ramos.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
COM: Captain Ramos:  Our sensors indicate you are scanning our vessel.  What is the nature of these scans?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::They stop outside the central security office.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: You keep forgetting what I used to do for a living, Commander. I only recently turned wrench-turner. ::winks::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*CTO*: You're security...would you have any ideas why the scans?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::starts playing a fast reel to make time pass faster:: Self: If you have to scan at least enjoy the music.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: You ever want to come back you're more then welcomed.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Heads off to the Computer Core Control Room::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
*CTO*:  Belay that for now.  We're having a communication with the ship.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: reads over the crew requests and then closes the terminal, sighing ::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
*XO*: No Ma'am not a clue. I'm discussing the situation with the CEO... Yes ma'am.

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: ::Long pause:: I may need to speak to your Captain on that issue.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
CTO: Just promise to take me with you if you do anything fun. ::grins over her shoulder::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
CEO: Guess I better report to the bridge. And no problem.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
XO:  Ma'am.  He wants to speak to the Captain.  Would you like to speak with him?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::turns and walks back to the turbolift.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
OPS:  I would… If I could have the comm.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Turns the comm over to the Executive Officer.::  XO:  You have the comm.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::listens to the exchange on the bridge, curious how this will proceed::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Heads to the computer at a trot and then starts installing the firewall and sealing off access outside the ship::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
COM: Kukri: CO: The Captain is detained.  I would like to ask about the scans of our vessel we have picked up coming from your ship?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Sends text message to XO about the CEO's firewall and her sealing off outside access.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::puts his feet on the coffee table, then changes his mind and orders a pint of Guinness from the replicator::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
XO:  I wonder on whose authority they are scanning our vessel?

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::runs an internal sensor and calibrates it to concentrate on areas that were more heavily scanned than others.  Bites her lip and sticks the tip of her tongue out the side of her mouth as she concentrates:: Self: Hmmm...let's see...they were scanning here mostly and here and this algorithm shows that...hey!  This isn't right...sheesh.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Stifles a yawn as she rides up to the bridge.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::notices for a second the message from Paige::

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: I presume I'm speaking with Commander Jakiel?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
Goes to the window checks where the Kukri should be supposed to be and sticks his tongue out:: Self: Two years ago I would have done another thing.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: decides against heading to the mess hall and orders her dinner from the replicator instead :: Self: A nice quiet dinner again.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
COM: Dublin: CO:  You presume correctly, Sir.  Scans from one Federation vessel of another is definitely abnormal.  Is there a problem?

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Finishes installing the firewall and sealing off the access, including the prefix codes, then starts work on setting up the Thoron radiation if needed::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::wanting to hear the message directly goes to stand behind the duty tac officer.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::sends a message to the XO that she knows what they were scanning mostly::

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Jakiel: I would really rather discuss this with... ::Looks off screen:: Wait one Commander.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Keeps her eye on the view screen, thinking this Captain is acting quite strangely.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::then goes back to the couch, picks up the violin and start playing very fast::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Glances at the CNS, wondering if he has a clue about all this.::

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@:: Reads a PADD and then shrugs and hands it back to someone off screen::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Text message to CTO: Operation Obscuration is in place and ready...::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
~~~XO: I hope they don't think we're not who we say we are. Could this be a holdover of Dominion War paranoia?~~~

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::sees the next silent message and turns toward the CSO and gives her look that says "yes, and that would be?"  then turns back to the Kukri Captain::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::discreetly types back to the CEO. 'understood.'.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Heads to Main Engineering::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
<Message>XO: The crew.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::barely narrows her eyes as she senses that Captain Ramos is uncomfortable::  ~~~CNS: At this time...I'm totally mystified.~~~

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::studies Ramos' body language on the view screen::

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Jakiel: I've just been informed that Captain Cerdan is speaking to Star Fleet Headquarters as we speak.  I'm sure he will be fully briefed on what and why I am taking these actions.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::sees the message from science and starts to feel a bit angry::  COM: Kukri: CO:  Captain...are you looking for something?  Or perhaps... someone?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::puts his feet back on the coffee table, after all Tayla is not there to protest about it::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::discreetly has the entire message recorded for behavioral study later.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Walks into Main Engineering:: Engineers: All right people, we are going to Condition 2, but quietly. Yellow Alert and stand by for emergency action procedures. I want Level 4 diagnostics on all systems, right now, and report readiness. That's all, get cracking.

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Jakiel: I can only repeat that your Captain is probably currently being briefed.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::takes a step toward the view screen.  Senses that Ramos is now telling the truth but is still not comfortable:: COM: Kukri: CO: Captain...we need the truth.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: takes her drink to the comfy chair and sits down to listen to some soft music ::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Notices a light blinking on her console telling her Engineering has gone to Yellow Alert.  Wonders what is going on.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
COM: Kukri: CO:  So you do know what is going on?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::puts the fiddle on the couch:: Computer: Wake me up at 19:00. ::closes his eyes trying to take a nap after the long day::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::wonders what could be so sensitive that it can only be for Captain's ears only::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Sends a message to FCO.::  FCO:  I have to pull a double tonight.  XO has me doing kitchen duty.  I'll be late getting in.  ::sighs.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::sees the Yellow Alert from Engineering, quietly walks over to OPS and leans down to whisper::  OPS:  Cancel that alert, please.  I don't want an incident flaring.

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Jakiel: Commander, I know why I was given my orders yes.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Nods to her, and sends a message to engineering on what she is doing.  Cancels the yellow alert in engineering.::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Text message to CTO: All systems ready and waiting... crew ready for any surprises...::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::thinks about telling the xo about the stand by plan to block their sensors but decides to wait until she can brief her in person.::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: munches happily away on her dinner as the music fills the room ::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::decides whether to be more blunt or not::  COM: Kukri: CO: Do you agree with those orders, Captain?

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::text message back to CEO. 'Stand by, XO is doing the diplomatic thing.....'::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::he is about to fall asleep when he hears the chirp of a message, goes to the console and reads it:; OPS: Understood Tayla, I will be in the auditorium to rehearse but I will be happy to help later. Just let me know, ok?

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Turns off the Yellow Alert notice, Engineers remain at Yellow Alert condition and stations anyway::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
<Message>XO: They also scanned out major systems...were very open about it.  No adverse effect to the Dublin.

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Jakiel: Commander that is not an issue.  These are lawful orders and my actions do not present a threat to the Dublin or its crew.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Message to CTO: Understood... standing by, quietly::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Continues to try to determine where the messages are being sent.::  Self:  Ahah!  XO:  Commander, I got it.  Those messages are going to Starfleet Headquarters and to Star base 24.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
XO:  Still trying to break the encryption.  No luck yet.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::text message to ops. 'we're on an open channel with them, silently please.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::notices the next message and really feels angry now::  COM: Kukri: CO:  And we know this for sure?  Scans that complete?  What if your crew or you were compromised and it was dangerous for us, Sir, for this to be happening?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::seeing it is useless trying to take a nap he exits his quarters headed to the auditorium::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::hears the OPS:: XO: This confirms we are under suspicion. ::looks in the direction of Ramos:: I think we deserve an explanation.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
OPS:  Thank you for finding that information.

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Jakiel: Commander, this is not open to discussion.  I suggest you have your Captain brief you.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
Thinks:  There certainly is a lack of communication around here.  ::Wonders what's keeping the Captain.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::sees that she really isn't needed anymore and that she's been off duty for a while.  Calls over the Duty SO and enters the TL directing it towards her quarters::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::places both hands on her hips::  COM: Kukri: CO: Believe me, I am sure he will.  For now, until we know more, we will protect our systems and our ship until we are sure we in no danger.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
~~~XO: I suggest we do not push this any further. Starfleet seems to have a profound reason to believe we must be monitored.~~~

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
COM: Kukri: CO:  Good day, Captain.  I hope we can talk further.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Leaves the message about the blinding sensors plan with the duty Tac to be delivered to the xo in person when she's free. Heads down to her office to analyze Captain Ramos and his transmission.::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Heads for turbolift.::

Host Captain_Ramos says:
@COM: Dublin: Dublin, Kukris out.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
*FCO*:  Thanks Gael, but I think the Commander will insist I do this on my own.  Looks like I might actually be pulling a triple.  ::Sighs.::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE VIEW SCREEN GOES BLANK

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Closes the comm channel from the XO.::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:; finishes dinner and decides to run through some old crew records ::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
*OPS*: Why is everybody on duty? Am I needed?

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::sighs at this complication and turns to the senior officers still there::  All: Comm off, please.  Okay, everyone from Alpha...you're off again.  Enjoy your free time.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
XO:  Comm channel closed, Ma'am.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::doesn't feel like going to her quarters so redirects the turbolift to the lounge::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
*FCO*:  I do not believe so.  She just wanted me to hail the Kukris for her.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::stands and speaks quietly next to Tessa:: XO: That did not go well.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Oversees the preparations in Engineering and makes sure her little surprise is ready and the information will be passed to the other shifts::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Hears the XO, and turns her station back over to Duty OPS again.::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
<Duty OPS> OPS:  Have fun in the kitchen, Cadet.

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
*OPS*: Well you may start now and maybe be done by the time I am finished rehearsing.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Arrives in central security to find her staff already working on it as efficiently as ever. She is firmly shooed away by her tactical top non com. Whom everyone referred to as 'mother'. She heads for her quarters.::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Sticks her tongue out at the Duty OPS Officer.::

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::duty Tac informs the xo of the blinding sensors plan.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::enters the lounge and goes over to the bar and orders a Grasshopper.  She had read about that in a book and wanted to try it::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
*FCO*:  I'm heading there now.  ::Heads over to the turbolift and orders it to the appropriate level for the mess hall, taking her time getting there.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CNS:  It did not.  ::enters the turbolift and shakes her head:: I sensed that Ramos was quite uncomfortable while he spoke.  Something isn't right.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: brings up the records for a Commander Cassandra Adams-MacLeod :: Self: Hmm, three children, poor woman.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::Sits at her desk, researching the Kurki. Rubbing at her eyes, staving off sleep.::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::enters the TL:: XO: They are looking for something. Perhaps we should cooperate and help them find what it is?

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::arrives at the auditorium and waves at the other "Cerdan's Rascals" then starts tuning the fiddle::

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: reads on :: Self: Married to a Mauro MacLeod, formerly Captain of the Dublin. Oh my, she must have suffered terribly.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
<Gidget> ::enters the lounge and sees her friend:: CSO: Jaimie!  Are you finally off?  Jeepers...we were waiting for you.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
CNS: Science said they were scanning the crew.  They sure are looking for something or someone...but why?  Someone from HQ knows something about our ship that we don't?

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Enters the mess hall, and sees the mess hall has been cleaned, walking to a replicator and getting a nice cold glass of water, taking a sip.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::turns towards her and grins:: Gidget: Sorry....had to run a scan real quick. ::lowers her voice:: And get chewed out by the XO.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::starts reading known information about the vessel keeping pace with them.::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
::looks worried at his Tellarite friends who plays the pipes:: Tellarite: Hey this is what we call skinning a cat!!!

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::frowns and hangs his head a little low:: XO: I wonder...if it has to do with me...

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
<Gidget> ::her eyes get big as she tries to keep from laughing:: CSO: It's all over the ship about the mess in the mess.  ::giggles:: What was your punishment?  Was it bad?

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Finishes overseeing the preparations and heads to her quarters, waiting for events::

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::is totally surprised::  CNS:  And why would they want you?  No scans would be needed to see your bio.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: moves on to the former Captain's records :: Self: Well, well, this is quite a record.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Finishes drinking the water, and places the empty glass in the recycler, looking at the door to the kitchen.  Hears someone trying to sing in the back, and holds her ears.::  Self:  Now listening to this is going to be punishment in itself.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::sips her drink, not sure if she liked the sweetness or not.  Waits for Gidget to order a drink and then grins:: Gidget: I gotta go help the Chef in the kitchen for a couple of weeks.  And it wasn't so bad.  You know the command types...blah, blah, blah...don't do it again...blah, blah...should know better.  ::shrugs:: I've had worse.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
XO: Perhaps I am over speculating. My history on this ship has been anything but...normal. I still wonder if our encounter with Evyn Strauss is the reason Captain MacLeod was reassigned to Earth.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::nudges Quon:: CNS:  There isn't something you haven't told me, is there?  ::is completely kidding::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
Band: What do you think we should open with? Something strong or something funny?

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::shakes her head no::  CNS: No...  ::considers what Quon just said::  no...I sensed nothing towards you from him before you left.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Considers replicating ear plugs before entering the kitchen.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
<Gidget> ::shakes her head in sympathy:: CSO: Tell me when you are cooking and I'll go replicate something.  I've tasted your food before...you can barely replicate much less cook something. ::sips her drink:: You know, J-bird....one of these days you're gonna go too far.  ::grins:: But I gotta admit...this last one was great.  We needed a laugh.

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::looks up at Tessa's compassionate emerald eyes, and smiles just as the TL stops:: XO: I know we'll get through this...together.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::slips her arm around Quon's as they walk down the hall::  CNS:  Let's go relax in our quarters, I'm kinda shot for tonight.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::just grins and takes another drink::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
Band: Then it is the "foggy dew" for certain. Ok let's try to make great this time:: puts back the fiddle on his cheek and waits for the bodhran to start::

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Enters her quarters, gets into comfies, and does her evening exercise routine::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
<Gidget>CSO: When we saw the stream of people leaving the mess hall with peas and onion rings and potatoes smeared all over their heads and butts....I think I broke something laughing so hard.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Opens the door to the kitchen to see a pudgy Chef standing behind a stove top.  Feels the temperature increase in the kitchen and wishes she were allowed to wear shorts.::  Self:  I'm going to need a good shower after this.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::leans her head against Quon's strong shoulder::  CNS:  Yes, we will.

CMO_LtJG_Danara says:
:: closes the files on the former crew and curls up in her favorite chair again :: Self: Ah, that's enough for tonight, time to let the music soothe my mind for a while.

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::starts to laugh as she orders another drink:: Gidget: Let's grab a table by the window and you can tell me all about it.  In fact, call the rest of the gang too.  We need a good gossip session.  It's been too long.

CTO_Lt_Commander_Harker says:
::yawning leans back, nothing in their record to give them a clue. She really didn't expect any but rather hoped...as her eyes closed and she dosed off in her chair.::

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
Chef Bordeaux:  Cadet Tayla Daniels at your service.

CEO_LtJG_Hembrook says:
::Takes a sonic shower and goes to bed::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::makes a low, almost groaning humming sound accompanied by a slight hiss from the tip of his tongue:: XO: Tessa, let us relieve our minds of the stress of this day... ::walks calmly with her to their quarters:: ...and discuss our future together.

OPS_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Wonders if the CSO's gone AWOL.::

CSO_Ens_Dawson says:
::joins her friends, completely forgetting the fact that she was to report to Chef Bordeaux for kitchen duty::

CNS_LtCmdr_So`Quon says:
::gently places a hand on Tessa's tummy:: XO: All three of us, that is. ::smiles warmly::

FCO_LtJG_Delgado says:
Band: That was great, now, let's try in order "the Rocky Road to Dublin", "Finnegan's Wake" and that Appalachian piece you were telling me about, the one with the Dulcimer.

Host XO_Cmdr_Jakiel says:
::smiles warmly up at her husband::  CNS:  Yes, all three of us...

Host Tim says:
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