Host Tim says:
The Dublin had stayed behind the ion storm for 18 hours when it went to warp 8.5 in order to be at the rendezvous coordinates on time.

Host Tim says:
During the 2.37 day approach to the area around Lambda Crateris Dublin's LRS was able to detect a Ferengi ship and a large asteroid which could have hidden a vessel from sensors.  Dublin sensors note that the Ferengi vessel is vastly over powered for its size.

Host Tim says:
<<<Resume Mission: "Pray or Prey, that is the question">>>

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Feels the Captain breathing over her shoulder, and begins to initiate full scans looking for cloaked vessels.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::on the bridge, attempting to gather a complete tactical analysis on the Ferengi vessel::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  Initiating full sensor scans, Captain.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::waltzes over to the Operations console after exiting the turbolift and takes a seat to activate the sensors::  CO:  Shall I hail the vessel on a secure channel, sir?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Turns and returns to his seat.::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::straighten his green sash on the uniform, giving a quick look at the Irish harp stitched on it, then goes back to monitoring Main Engineering::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Let’s just listen for a moment.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::gives a curt nod::  CO:  Yes sir.  ::taps a few buttons and stays alert::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
*CO*: Captain this is Delgado. All functioning smoothly down here. Ready to gun our engines on a second notice sir.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
*CEO*: Understood Chief.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
<Fix'um> CEO: So no samples of that foul dark drink tonight Boss?

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::runs his eyes over the tactical sensor scans, and is not liking what he's starting to see trickle in on his monitors::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Initiates tachyon sweeps to search for cloaked vessels.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Anyone talking out there?

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: At rendezvous point sir. Drop from warp now?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
Fix'um: No, we will celebrate once mission is over. But if you say that again of stout beer I am going to space you and make you push the ship. Is that clear? ::smiles, but not so reassuringly::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Helm: All stop.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::keeps her mind 'open' to other 'chatter' of a Romulan sort besides listening in on communications:: CO: Checking, Sir...

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Aye sir, all stop, dropping from warp now. :: Brings ship to dead stop::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Lieutenant Commander; status of the Ferengi ship?

Host Tim says:
ACTION: AS THE DUBLIN DROPS FROM WARP THE FERENGI VESSEL ARMS WEAPONS

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::shakes her head slowly:: CO: Sir, nothing yet and nothing I 'hear' so far.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: 300, 000 km from the Ferengi sir.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::sees his crew move with efficiency around. Dispatches damage control teams around the ship, just to be sure.:: Engineers: All report to your stations and be ready for everything. It's time to rock and roll.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Keep listening.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: Captain, the Ferengi vessel is a heavily modified scout-level vessel. She's boasting a military-grade overpowered warp core, and weapons that make it a threat for medium sized ships of our kind.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: They've powered their weapon banks. Shields, Captain?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Shields up, red alert.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Hail them.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks up at the view screen as the ship goes to red alert.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::the red alert klaxons perk up the bridge atmosphere as always as he sees the shields and weapons come online::

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  Yes sir.  Right away.  COM: Ferengi Vessel:  This is the USS Dublin.  Please respond...  ::turns to the Captain::  Sir, there are more than Ferengi on that ship.  As expected, there are some that are feeling anxious.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::as the red alert starts he quickly activates all power generation units ready for everything::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Is the channel open?

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::wonders if Rhianna is sensing the contacts Dublin is supposed to pick up:: Self: Jumpy these Ferengi are...

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Listens to the bridge chatter, and waits, still looking for signs of other vessels in the area.::

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO: Yes sir.  ::hears something...barely::  I hear some kind of response...but it is on a low output frequency.  Very odd.  It is a narrow focus.  I am trying to boost it and clear it up.  ::works on the communications panel hurriedly::

Host Ferengi_Captain says:
#COM: Dublin: Federation ship... we are seeking some thing. Do you know what we need to be looking for?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Send them the password Captain Smythe gave us.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::nods and releases the password to the Ferengi vessel:: CO:  Sir, password sent.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Maintain position sir?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Helm: Maintain position. But plot a course out just in case.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Aye sir.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::walks around the big warp core making sure everyone is feeling at ease and it's ready to action::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::recalls the password "Freedom for all" in his mind, and wonders if any of this has anything to do with the almost mythical Unification movement the legendary Spock is behind of on Romulus, or if Dublin will ever do something to aid him, directly or indirectly in the future::

Host Ferengi_Captain says:
#COM: Dublin: Indeed Freedom for all is a nice sentiment. This is The Purse.  Please close with us and prepare to receive my cargo.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Turns and eyes Mr. Hy'qiin.::  CTO: Cancel red alert,

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  Just an FYI, I'm not detecting any cloaked vessels in the area.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Helm: Take us to a parallel course within transport range.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::hesitates for a split second, nods to Tayla, and does as the captain ordered:: CO: Aye, sir. Standing down weapons and shields.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Aye sir, transporter range. ::moves ahead at impulse::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::notices that the condition is back to yellow:: Engineers: Ok compadres, things are getting fine so far, still be ready, do not lower your guard.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
COM: Purse: We are coming alongside. Standing by to receive.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  Commander, suggest we keep shields raised and extend our shields to cover the Ferengi vessel.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  We can still transport then.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: A security team in the transporter room on the double.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::listens to Daniels, thinking that is a priority in this region::

Host Pez says:
#COM: Dublin: Good to see you again Dublin.  I'll drop shield and transport as soon as you reach range.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks at the Captain.::  CO:  Captain?  Suggest keeping our shields raised, sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::looks with an even calm on his face towards Tayla:: CSO: If the Romulans knew we were here, in their space, they would have acted by now. ::nods to the captain, and deploys a detail to the transporter room, and advises the transporter chief to raise a force field around the pad when the cargo beams in::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CSO: Suggestions noted.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sighs::  CTO:  Your call, Commander.  That's why you get paid the big bucks.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Keep your sensors on them.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::grins at the sound of 'big bucks', wondering if only she knew about his financial assets stowed in various secure corners of the Federation:: CO: Indeed, sir. I have indications of a crew of 12, all Ferengi, and the three envoys, two human and one Vulcan that are beaming over shortly.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: In transport range no...

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE PURSE'S SHIELDS DROP AND TRANSPORT BEGINS

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE PURSE'S SHIELDS GO BACK UP

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  Transport is being initiated.  Wait!  Their shields are going back up.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Checks to see what the problem is.::  CTO/CO:  I'm picking up two scout size vessels on LRS, about 16 light years from our location.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: Envoys beaming over... ::notes Purse's shields went back up, and is waiting for confirmation of the transfer from the TR::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE THREE MAN ENVOY APPEAR IN TRANSPORT ROOM #1

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CO:  Attempting to get verification on their identity.

Host Pez says:
#COM: Dublin: I will be leaving now at high warp to distract those two vessels that are approaching.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::feels the adrenaline rush as she hears Daniels and tries to boost communication sensors to see if there is any chatter, her mind is 'wide open' without even realizing it::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: Transport complete, sir. Security is standing by, awaiting the CSO's verification of their identities.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
COM : Purse: Understood.

Host Pez says:
#COM: Dublin: I'll head toward Khazara; that should give you a head start back to Doradus. Pez out... and be safe Dublin.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::sees on display that the transport was completed:: Self: We are good to go then

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Helm: As soon as they leave take us to warp nine.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::looks at the Captain, a little surprised at Pez' altruistic behavior after what her mother had told her, but is very glad the Ferengi is being so helpful::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Picks up the identity and her eyes go wide.::  CTO/CO:  They're Romulan, sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::looks towards Rhianna, amazed how ominously quiet she is now, just like she was in their latter days together on the Claymore::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Opens the cover to the control for the cloak.::

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  Captain, should I greet our new guests?  I prepared rooms for them.

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE PURSE PULLS AWAY QUICKLY AND AS SOON AS IT IS REASONABLY SAFE GOES TO WARP LEAVING A BIG SENSOR SIGNAL

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Please do, I may be busy for a bit.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
Engineers: Get ready to give maximum power to our nacelles.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CSO: Can they detect us from this range, ensign?

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CO:  They're about 16 light years from our position, but I'm guessing they'll be plotting a course to intercept with us.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  Yes sir.  Shall I bring them here or their rooms first?  ::rises and looks warily at the view screen as she walks into the turbolift::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  I would say so.  If I have them on my scans, I would most definitely say we are on theirs.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  They would definitely see the Purse's warp burst.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  ... which may give us some time.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Helm: Take us around that asteroid and then maximum warp on a direct course back to Doradus.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  Their warp burst was artificially enhanced.  It should help distract the two scout ships.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CSO: Good, then their grievance would be only with an Ferengi trader, and not the Federation.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: Take them to their rooms. Post a guard outside until I can get away ......so to speak,

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  Aye, Commander.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CNS: Rhianna, I have alerted the detail posted at the transporter room to be at your disposal.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::glances at Kizlev before the doors close, trying not to worry::  CO:  Will do, Sir.  Turbolift: Transporter Room 1!

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
*CEO*: We’re going dark, monitor tour systems closely.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Rerouted as ordered sir.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
*CO*: Sir ready to activate cloak on your mark. ::crosses his fingers::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Taps his console as the ship rounds the asteroid.::  *CEO*: Engaging now.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Now at warp 9.7.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::taps her foot anxiously and takes a deep breath then strides out of the turbolift and down the hall until she comes to the transporter room and enters, walks up to the figures::  All:  Welcome aboard, gentlemen.  I am Counselor Jakiel.  Our Captain sends greetings.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::his antennae perk up some, remembering the last time he was on a Federation ship with a cloak, but was on a ship much more advanced and experimental than Dublin::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Helm: Hopefully that asteroid masked our direction.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::presses quick the series of commands to activate cloak and looks at the display:: *CO*: Cloak activated.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CSO: Give me a twelve minute clock.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>Self: Hope he remembers that we can only hold this for 12 hours.  Wonder if I should remind him?  Nope, he's a Captain and surely knows his own vessel.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  Yes, Captain.  ::Initiates a twelve minute countdown.::  Countdown initiated, Captain.

Host Mr_Query says:
CNS: Counselor, I am Mr. Query and the spokesman for our group.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
*CEO*: I'm reading a minor EPS fluxuation in the tertiary backup grid. It looks minor, but was that part of your original simulations, lieutenant?

Host Mr_Query says:
::Waves his group to step near the transporter room door:: CNS: You have rooms for us?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Are they following?

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::offers her hand::  Mr. Query:  Good to meet you, Mr. Query.  I can show you to your room.  ::takes the other two in her glance::  Please, if you would follow me.  ::takes a few steps forward, then glances over her shoulder::  Are you all doing well?

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Listens to the CTO questioning the CEO about the fluctuation, but keeps her eyes on the two scout vessels.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::turns to Tayla for confirmation of the Romulan ships' vectors:: CSO: Can you determine their trajectory?

Host Mr_Query says:
::Having shaken the counselor’s hand the group follows her:: CNS: We are well.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
*CTO*: It is in nominal parameters, but I am compensating now. Sir please, focus on your job and let me do mine.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::especially takes notice of the quiet Vulcan as they enter the turbolift::  Mr. Query:  I am glad to hear that.  We will do all we can to make your stay aboard comfortable.  Would any of you have any special needs?

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  At this point, due to the distance between us, it's hard to tell.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
*CEO*: It is in my nature to be watchful. ::chuckles to himself:: Self: Perhaps too watchful...

Host Mr_Query says:
CNS: Solitude for now will suffice Lieutenant; and perhaps a word with the Captain at his convenience.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::hears Tayla's assessment and turns to the captain:: CO: Difficult to ascertain at this distance, sir. We may be...out of the woods, as they say.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Lieutenant Commander. What is their speed?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
*CTO*: Sir, I have three sets of eyes on the device. If I see something going badly I promise you will be the first I am going to tell.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: The Romulans are traversing at speeds of... ::hits a few keys on his console:: ...warp 9 at this time.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: A best guess at...best, sir. ::feels awkward doubling up on his words like that::

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::walks out of the turbolift and nods politely::  Mr Query:  I understand.  I will pass on your request to Captain Cerdan.  ::comes to a stop at one of the VIP quarters and gestures as the door opens::  This and the next two quarters have been prepared for each of you.  Please call me if you need anything.

Host Mr_Query says:
CNS: Thank you for your time Lieutenant. Please issue instructions we are not to be disturbed other than by your Captain.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO; Keep monitoring, I need to know if they can track us.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::can easily make out the tension in Delgado's voice, and decides to let him be:: *CEO*: Thank you lieutenant. Keep us appraised of any changes. Bridge out.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
Mr. Query:  I will do that.  ::watches as two tactical officers walk up and station themselves at the sides of the quarters::  These will be here as a precaution.  Good day to you, Sirs.  ::is glad to feel the two humans relaxing in relief and smiles at them::

Host Mr_Query says:
::Looks up and down the corridor and watches his companions enter their rooms and then enters his own.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::wonders why the CTO is such a control freak. That usually denotes low self confidence:: Engineers: Ok guys easy with those manifolds.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CSO: Have a look toward Doradus as well. I don't want any surprises.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::looks to Tayla:: CSO: Perhaps your math is better than mine. It looks like they're following us, but yet I cannot be sure. And for them to not be cloaked...I think they haven't detected us yet.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::nods to the guards as she turns on her heel and enters the turbolift asking it to go to the bridge::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  Already on it, Captain.  ::Looks at the CTO and reviews his calculations.::
CTO:  I do not believe it is possible to tell at this point if they are following us.  Wait!  ::Looks at sensors.::  They're splitting up.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CO:  It appears one scout ship is on us, and the other on Purse.  And I'm picking up comm from the one scout ship to Romulus.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::leans forward to listen to Ensign Daniels.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
::turns in his seat back at his console:: CSO: Breaking off, maybe?

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CO:  I think we've been had.  They're calling for any Romulan vessels in our area.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::cautiously monitors the concentration of dakyons on the hull::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CSO: Listen for any responses.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CSO: So the hunt continues...? ::grins devilishly to himself:: Self: Fascinating...

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Nods to the Captain, attempting to listen for responses to the scout vessel's requests.::

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
::walks onto the bridge just in time to hear Daniels pronouncement and jerks her head to the view screen, a tinge of fear on her face which she quickly swallows back, comes to stand next to the Captain and says quietly::  CO:  Sir?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::increases the power to the grid to dispel any excessive radiation from the hull::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: It appears they may be able to track us, But were not sure yet.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Thinks the CTO is finding this all just a bit too amusing and pleasurable.::  Self:  He's sick!  The Andorian is just sick!  ::Tries not to worry.::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  I see you don't worry too much, do you?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
Self: Wow this thing actually...oh no...shhh do not jinx yourself.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: What’s your impression of our guests?

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO: Since they know cloaking devices, they can detect better than most vessels other cloaks.  ::shakes her head::  The...  ::pauses and swallows to clear her throat::  ...our guests have asked to see you as soon as you can.  They have asked not to be disturbed except by you.

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
::Grits her teeth and listens to the comm.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Nods to Jakiel.:: CTO: IS the Romulan ship at the same speed?

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CSO: What? Me worry? ::spreads his smile wide, remembering that funky line one of his human friends from the Academy couldn't stop talking about on one particular drunken night out on the Presidio of San Francisco::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CNS: As soon as I'm sure were out of immediate danger we'll have a chat with them.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
*CSO*: Please Tayla can you double check the amount of tachyons on the hull. Four eyes see better than two.

Host Tim says:
<Helm>CO: Sir... just finished the calculations; we'll be 4 lights years from Doradus in 12 hours which is when we'll  have to slow from warp 9.7.  At 9.6 it'll be 17 hours to Doradus.

CNS_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  Yes sir.  If the Romulan ship actually has detected us, it will no doubt increase speed quickly and give chase.  They do not waste time.  ::looks at Cerdan and then back to the view screen::

CSO_Ens_Daniels says:
*CEO*:  Sure thing, Gael.  I'll keep an eye on it.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
CO: We're widening the distance gap with them, sir. They are maintaining warp 9. The idea of reinforcements however… No telling how fast those might be.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Nods:: CTO: You have the bridge.

Host Tim says:
<<<Pause>>>

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