Star Trek A Call to Duty presents...

USS Elara

“Know Thy Enemy – Part 2”

Starring

Terry Imrie as Captain Joseph Timrok
Peter Saunders as Lieutenant Peter Pazoski
Karen Barkas as Lieutenant Kezia Drift
Cosma Mihai as Lieutenant Junior Grade Cosmo Starbuck
Rob van den Dungen as Ensign Dalin Tar
Rob Lemmens as Ensign Nathaniel Horatio Nelson
Scott Knight as Ensign Iain Hans Sollo

  And

Lília Perfeito as Cerus, Anderson and Ensign Lost

Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10508.14 - "Know thy Enemy, part II"=/\=
Host SM_Lilia says: 
The USS Elara is safely orbiting the Nova Pax colony. A Federation/Romulan colony set in the middle of the Neutral Zone
Host SM_Lilia says: 
While the Captain, diplomatic specialist and the assistant tactical officer have a sumptuous dinner with the temporary president of the colony, the first officer, CTO and operations officer have a riddle in their hands
Host SM_Lilia says: 
=/\==/\==/\==/\=Begin Mission=/\==/\==/\==/\=
Host SM_Lilia says:
@ACTION: The CO,CIV and TO finally are invited top seat at the dinner table. Above it they see all sorts of delicacies, some Federation some Romulan.
Host SM_Lilia says: 
ACTION: On the bridge, once more the words "Help" echo, as the decoded alien message is repeated. Meanwhile, the computer tries to figure out where the message came from. So aboard the Elara there is a time or peace.
OPS_Ens_Tar says:
 ::frowns as he hears the word "Help"::
TO_Ens_Sollo says:
 @::admires the spread:: CIV: I've never seen this much food.
Host Cerus says:
 @::seats alone at the head of the table, a glass of a blue liquid rests in front of him::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says:
::sitting at his tactical console... still a little sour over the discussion with the TO::
CO_Capt_Timrok says: 
@ ::sitting on his seat :: all: this is quite a spread
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Smiles and whistles occasionally as he walks down the corridors, finding the fastest way to the bridge.:: Self: Weird, why do I always get the idea I passed this corridor before?
Host Cerus says: 
CO/CIV/TO: Welcome to Nova Pax ::smiles, looking a bit like a forged smile:: Please, sit
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::repeats:: All: Help?
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::takes a seat at the table, her eyes scan the food then those present with a smile and nod towards the TO::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Glances at those already sat at the table and takes a seat next to the CIV::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::Taps a few buttons on his seat console and mumbles something:: OPS: It would appear that we have discovered a distress call.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: hopes nobody noticed his little faux pas & returns the smile to Cerus::
Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: As the three Elara crew sit, 2 humans and 2 Vulcans enter the room and sit as well
OPS: Can you determine the accent or any voice fluctuations similar to some races... maybe we can find out who needs "help"
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::presses a few more buttons and downloads the necessary documentation to three padds::
Host Cerus says: 
@CO: We like to give the best to those who help us. These are my ministers of culture, agriculture, technology and foreign affairs
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CTO: As the original voice pattern was not in the database I find it unlikely that we will have encountered them before
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::After a little walk and passing the same corridors at least twice, he finds the bridge. Surprisingly he found it a lot faster as he did before. The doors to the bridge slide open as he approaches them.::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::nods:: XO: So it seams.
Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: One by one the newcomers bow
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
XO: Hmm... true.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ Host Cerus: I must congratulate you on the choice of location for the Colony, it is quite beautiful :: turns to each of the ministers in turn and nods to them :: All: its good to meet you all
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::also smiles towards Cerus again weighing up this person... then recalling the TO's bio she decides she might as well try whilst sitting here:: ~~~TO: The extent some go to with these diplomatic functions often make me wonder. ~~~
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::instinctively nods agreeing with Timrok's words regarding the location::
Host Cerus says: 
@CO: I agree. If you like you can have a proper tour of the city in the morning. Mr Smith was quite fortunate in his discovery
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
CTO: Have you been able to pinpoint the location already?

Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: A Romulan waiter enters bringing a jar of water and a jar of Romulan ale. Pouring both into 2 glasses in front of each guest
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Looks at the CIV, slightly shocked as no-one had ever tried using telepathy to communicate with him in years:: ~~~CIV: Quite right Lieutenant, you have to wonder what they're up to.~~~
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says:
@::raises an eyebrow watching Cerus, noting the waiter from the corner of her eye::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: glances toward the food again :: Cerus: I would like that very much thank you, I expect I will have ample time to look around - the supply delivery should take some time
Host Cerus says: 
@::nods gracefully:: All: I trust you are all ready for the main course?
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@Cerus: Absolutely
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
OPS: Well it was sent via narrow band... the computer is still searching. I don’t think it will be easy
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ TO/CIV: and you both?
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::He steps onto the bridge, holding his head up high as to expect an officer calling out to him. Instead he sees the officers working at their stations. Only giving him a quick look and a nod, before returning  to their work again. He decides to head to his station.::
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@CO: Certainly Sir ::smiles and leans towards him:: Although I am curious as to who Mr Smith is, memory does not normally fail me.
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Turns to look at Cerus thinking "Main course? What happened to the starter?::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::hears TL doors open and sees the CSO entering the bridge:: CSO: Welcome to the bridge.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::stands up and straightens his jacket:: All: Attention on Deck!
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@~~~TO: perhaps nothing, sometimes these things substitute a common handshake, time usually tells ~~~
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::frowns and stands to attention::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: shakes his head slightly to Pazoski in mutual lack of knowledge ::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
Self: Attention on deck when the CSO enters?
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::He hears the great of the OPS and looks over to him with a smile as the XO almost shouts into his ear. Instinctively he snaps to attention.::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@~~~CIV: Agreed. And of course different cultures do things different ways.~~~ ::smiles to the CIV::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
::ignores the attention mark and continues to his search::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: watches Cerus closely to see if he starts to eat ::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::turns on Starbuck:: CTO: I said at attention Mr Starbuck, that includes you!
Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: With a nod from Cerus the waiter returns with what look like small blue chickens. He puts one in each guests plates, accompanied by a yellow vegetable
Host Cerus says: 
@All: A local delicacy we found to be edible

CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Tries to suppress a smile as he watches the XO and CTO from his position, almost in the middle of the bridge::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
::feeling disturbed... fakes a uniform straighten and turns to the CSO:: CSO: Welcome to the bridge Sir and I hope you will find the comfort adequate... there is a replicator in the rear if you desire any refreshments and sensors at your post if you want to scan any intelligent looking asteroids... ::turns back at tactical and frowns at the XO::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@~~~CIV: I've always wondered what the protocol would be for these "functions".~~~
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: works hard to maintain his smile as he looks at the food being placed :: Cerus: You have indeed harnessed the spirit of adventure
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::watches the food in front of her, if nothing else the colours certainly make it look interesting::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::looks to the CIV as if to ask "Want me to go first?"::
Host Cerus says: 
@::smiles briefly again:: CO: Now to business. Will you need vessels to unload the Elara? We have plenty of shuttles ready to be used
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::scowls at the CTO for a moment:: CSO/CTO/OPS: Gentlemen. While the Captain is away he has left me with a task that makes me feel proud.  In recognition of your excellent service I am pleased to award you all with a Captain Letter of commendation. ::hands out the padds to the three officers and resists the urge murder the CTO for the moment:: I trust your performance in the future will be no less exceptional.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::smiles as he hears the LtJG saying Sir to the Ensign::
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@~~~TO: For now we appreciate their hospitality and make sure we all stay friends throughout whilst completing the mission~~~
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
::receives it and starts feeling like an idiot in that moment...:: XO: Erm... thank you sir... erm...right... ::turns to tactical a little embarrassed::
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::nods as he takes the PADD from the XO, with a pretty surprised look on his face.:: XO: Th... Thank you sir.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::mouth falls open:: Self: This is unexpected. XO: Erm, thank you Sir.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CSO/OPS/CTO: Congratulations, you have all earned it.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@Cerus: extra shuttles would speed the process up marginally - your assistance would be most welcome :: almost plucks up the courage to taste the blue chicken :;
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::nods slightly to the CIV and cautiously takes a bite of blue chicken::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: All: Now carry on, we have a mission to complete.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :; pulls what he hopes is a leg off of it and bites in ::
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::nods again and continues to walk to his station::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::nods:: XO: Yes Sir.
Host Cerus says: 
@::nods:: CO: Perfect. Mr smith is very grateful to both the Romulan Star Empire and the Federation for helping to build his dream
Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: Meanwhile the ministers eat away, all oddly quiet
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::starts with the yellow vegetables, listening to Cerus and the CO::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
OPS: Begin co-ordinating with the colony, find out where and when they want this cargo unloaded, if we need to go chasing after this distress call I want to know if we can drop off all of this equipment first.
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Smiles :: ~~~CIV: Dare I say, it tastes like chicken.~~~
Host Cerus says: 
ACTION: The OPS console beeps
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::nods to the XO and pays attention to his beeping console::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: swallows what is in his mouth :: Cerus: This Mr Smith, I have been thinking about him since we first received the mission orders, I wonder if it would be possible to meet him?
Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: Through the window in the dinner table, light begins to pour in
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@~~~TO: I must add better then some things I have eaten during these functions ~~~
Host Cerus says: 
@::blinks:: CO: You didn't know, Mr Smith never shows himself. He sponsored us but we only saw his representatives ::drinks a bit more of his ale::
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::turns from the table to the window:: Self: I have no idea when the suns rise and set here..
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Smiles again as he eats:: ~~~CIV: You go to a lot of these functions?~~~
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::frowns the xth time:: XO: Erm, something came in between. Sensors have pinpointed the location of the distress signal. It originates from a system 4 light years away. The system consists of 1 star and no planets.
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
XO: Course of action?
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@Cerus: I heard he was reclusive, i didn't appreciate just how much so
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::her attention on Cerus again, she speaks:: Out loud: Both generous and peculiar.
Host Cerus says: 
@::shrugs:: All: How is the dinner? Our Chef is a renowned Romulan cook
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::wonders for a moment:: CTO: What is our tactical readiness given our extra cargo, and how many people can we bring on board if needed?
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::sends message to the colony asking where they want their cargo delivered::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says:
OPS: Do we know how long ago the signal was sent?
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::smiles to him:: Cerus: Delightful thank you ::the counsellor's smile back on her face as she looks towards the plate briefly once more:: and compliments to your cook.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
XO: I'm trying to find out, Sir.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CSO: Are there any special stellar phenomenon in that system?
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ Cerus: Excellent! :: tucks into a bunch more weird stuff ::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
XO: Well our weapons and shields are fine... but if we don’t lose the cargo now... we will suffer some manoeuvrability penalties... and as for people... most are onboard
Host Cerus says: 
ACTION: OPS has a reply saying they are waiting for Presidential orders regarding cargo arrangements
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Starts to work his station, scanning for stellar phenomenon:: XO: I will check that right away sir.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
XO: As told by the colonists they found the signal 3 days ago, but I can't tell the time the message was sent.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
*CO*: Pazoksi to Timrok, I'm sorry to disturb you sir but we have news regarding the message the colony sent us.
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::gives the TO a weary look as if already saying everything:: ~~~TO: I have attended a few in my time with Starfleet.~~~
Host Cerus says: 
@::smiles back:: CO/CIV/TO: You and the rest of your crew are most welcome to stay as long as needed. Most of us Romulans are quite unfamiliar with Starfleet. I for one did not know you had such lovely officers ::raises his glass to Kezia::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::reads the message from the colony and confirms he understood the message and the Elara would await any further message of the colony::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
XO: Well we have space for like 150 extra people... but still... we have extra corridors just in case... ::smiles::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::nods to the CTO:: CTO: Very good.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: deliberately interrupts Cerus before he continues any further with that :; Cerus: with regards to the cargo, we can begin delivery just as soon as you tell us where you want it, I assume you have the cargo manifest already?
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Looks up at the XO when the scan is completed:: XO: Sir, there does not seem to be anything unusual out there. The skies are clear, so to speak.
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::smiles raising her glass with the flawless smile:: Cerus: I look forward to this time for us all to learn more and get to know each other.
Host Cerus says: 
@::his smile fades away:: CO: Yes, yes I do. We are ready to receive the cargo whenever you are
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ *XO*: Can't it wait lieutenant?
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::turns her attention back to Timrok as she takes another drink of the ale::
Host Cerus says: 
@All: time for desert ::as he speaks another waiter enters to clear the table::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@~~~CIV: If you'll forgive my curiosity, how long have you been in Starfleet?~~~
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
*CO*: I'm afraid not sir.  It turns out the message appears to be a distress call, the signal is already three days old but do you wish us to investigate?
Host Cerus says: 
@::listens:: CO: I see your men work quickly
Host Cerus says: 
@ACTION: When only the drinks are left, another waiter enters with a plain Terran caramel pudding
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::smiles again containing a chuckle as she glances back to the glass:: ~~~TO: Sometimes too long..~~~
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::wonders if this is going to lead to one of those chats with the CO about diplomatic protocol::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: grumbles audibly :: Cerus: indeed
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Continues scanning the space around them and the location where the distress signal seems to have originated from.::

CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ *XO* we are about to begin transporting the Cargo to the surface, send a shuttle to investigate
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
*CO*: Sir a shuttle? But with limited resources a shuttle may not be able to lend enough assistance...
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@~~~CIV: Well I hope I can at least do something to make our time together on the Elara less.... Tedious.~~~
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ *XO* Do you know how much assistance is actually needed?
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
*CO*: No sir.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ *XO* Then send a shuttle, the Elara can get there quickly enough if need be but until then we have other work to do
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Finds out that the system where the signal originated from is quite old. Detecting only one star and a lot of debris.:: XO: Sir, I thought you might want to know there are not planets in the system of the distress signal.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: realising the TO hasn't actually said anything :: TO: are you always this quiet?
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
*CO*: Understood sir. Pazoski out.
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::smiles seeing the dessert, then raises an eyebrow looking towards the TO:: ~~~TO: Tedious is not something Starfleet tend to put you through for too long ::pauses she shivers at the thoughts:: Actually it's nice to find out your alive sometimes. ~~~
Host Cerus says: 
@All: is there anything else I can do to make your stay more enjoyable?
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CSO: Which means it must be a ship that is in trouble.
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Nods:: XO: Most likely sir. I could scan the debris some more... maybe try to figure out where all that debris came from. Could be of importance maybe.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@Cerus: you have done so much already
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::turns to the CO:: CO: Not always Sir, only when I think that if I open my mouth then I'll find my foot in it. ::smiles::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
OPS: Mr. Tar prep the Tagus for launch.  If we can’t take the Elara we will take a runabout.
Host Cerus says: 
@CO: We aim to be the peace centre of the Galaxy
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: looks at the food then at Sollo's foot but decides not to say out loud what he's thinking ::
OPS_Ens_Tar says:
XO: Aye Sir. ::heads for the shuttle bay::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@~~~CIV: Surely it's not that bad.~~~
Host Cerus says: 
Ens Lost says: XO: need a pilot?
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: raises his glass of water :: Cerus: with that sentiment in mind i propose a toast
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Watches over to the XO:: Self: Runabout? Who is going to stay on the ship?
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::looks at Lost:: Lost: Indeed.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ All: to Galactic Peace

Host Cerus says: 
@::nods getting up and lifting his glass with ale::
Host Cerus says: 
@All: To Peace. And to Nova Pax
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Raises his glass in a toast and then takes a swig::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::arrives at the shuttle bay::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@ :: sips the water ::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CSO: Not you ensign, I am going to need you to find out this distress call.  Report to the shuttle bay on the double
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::raises her glass once more then drinks::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CTO: Mr Starbuck.  I am leaving you in charge of the Elara.  When the CO returns tell him I have taken the Tagus to investigate this distress call.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::accesses the shuttles systems and begins start-up procedures::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says:
 XO: Yes sir
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::nods:: XO: Yes sir, I will try the best I can.
Host Cerus says: 
@::finishes his glass::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::looks around the bridge:: CTO: Make sure the ship is ready to leave at a moments notice, if we require help you will need to reach us as soon as possible!
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
 :: sits down- now content that his hunger - this one at least, is satisfied ::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
XO: Its the first thing on my to do list sir.. ::smiles::
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Waits for the XO to leave and follow him to the shuttle bay::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::nods to the CTO and enters the TL, setting its destination to the shuttle bay::
Host Cerus says: 
@All: Would you like anything else? My chefs can replicate you almost anything in the known Galaxy
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@Cerus: Thank you but I don’t think I could eat anything else...which is a shame since it all looks so good
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Nods in agreement with the CO::
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
 @Cerus: I suppose a doggie bag is out of the question?
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Still follows the XO to the shuttle bay::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::initiates pre-launch sequences::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
::notices his single presence on the bridge and sits comfortably on his chair then opens up a game of Solitaire 3000 on his tactical console::
Host Cerus says: 
@::nods with a smile:: CO: You would like a pet dog?
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::enters the Shuttle bay:: CSO: I hope you picked up some field medic skills before joining the Elara. we might need them.
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::nods adding:: Cerus: Likewise, thank you all the same.
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::looks surprised by Cerus and then turns to the CO::
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Looks over his shoulder and notices a few med kits mounted on a wall nearby.:: XO: Almost, I'll quickly grab one of kits mounted here.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::in rapid time enters the Tagus and looks around:: OPS: Well done Mr. Tar, Now report to the bridge, I need you to keep an eye on the CTO and make sure the supplies are delivered to the colony when the time comes.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
@Cerus: No thanks I’m quite full
Host Cerus says: 
@::frowns at the weird CO then forces a smile::
Host Cerus says: 
@Self: Odd and he didn’t even drink anything
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Grabs the med kit and quickly heads into the shuttle, nodding to the OPS when he sees him exit the shuttle.::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
XO: Yes Sir. As soon as I'll get on the bridge I'll open the shuttle doors.
CO_Capt_Timrok says:
 @ :: glances confusedly at the CIV & TO ::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::nods back to the CSO as he rushes back to the bridge::
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::arrives at bridge::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::whispers:: CO: I don't think they've heard of a doggie bag sir.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::nods to CTO and gets behind his console::
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@::smiling again:: ~~~ TO: A friend and I walked away with a tiger before but never a dog yet.~~~
Host Cerus says: 
@All: The Sun is up. If you would like a tour of the city I will leave you with my foreign affairs minister ::points to one of the humans:: he can show you our progress
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
::Secures the med kit and takes a seat.:: XO: Sir, I'm ready whenever you are.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
*XO*: Tar to Lieutenant Pazoski, shuttle bay doors are opened. You have a departure clearance.
CO_Capt_Timrok says: 
@Cerus: I don’t mind if I do
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::smiles with the CIV:: ~~~CIV: A tiger? wherever did you get one of them?~~~
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
::notices the OPS on the bridge and quickly closes the game then sits straightened::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
::opens one of the runabouts lockers and takes out a phaser, med kit and Tricorder:: Lost: Mr Lost launch and take us into this system ::indicates the correct system:: Best possible speed.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
CSO: Then lets see what’s out there.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
CTO: The Tagus B has left the shuttle bay and is en route to the origin of the distress signal.
Host Cerus says: 
@All: I will take my leave of you then ::goes to shake the CO's hand:: CO: we appreciate all that you are doing for us
CO_Capt_Timrok says: 
@ CIV/TO: you can come along too if you like, or return to the ship whatever you prefer
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
*OPS*: Understood Ensign, we are departing now, see you in a little while
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
OPS: Good
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
*XO*: Have a safe journey and get back in one piece. Elara out.
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::looks to the CIV:: ~~~CIV: Fancy taking a walk lieutenant?~~~
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
#::As soon as they have left the bay, he starts to work on scanning the debris at the distress signals origin.::
Host Cerus says: 
@::goes to shake the TO's hand::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::Takes Cerus' hand and gently shakes it:: Cerus: A pleasure sir.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
#::sits down and fidgets with the phaser for a while::
Host Cerus says: 
@::then takes the CIV's hand and kisses it. Then leaves::
Host Anderson says: 
::speaks with a heavy British accent:: @All: I am Foreign minister Charles Anderson. I will meet you in the lobby in 10 minutes ::nods and leaves::
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@ ::the last smile for Cerus leaves and her face once again is emotionless at this time she nods to the other two and states:: CO/TO: It would be a pleasure to join you both.
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
#CSO: Keep an eye out for any unusual stellar phenomenon, something happened in that system, I want to know what.
Anderson says: 
<Ens Lost> XO: 4 minutes till the system
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@~~~TO: So far we have had one sunset and one sunrise, it's surely going to be an interesting walk... I'll save the tiger tales for our return to Elara~~~ ::smiles::
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
#::Nods:: XO: Yes sir. I am scanning the debris as we speak. It's strange to have a distress call, but no planets. ::Keeps watching his screen::
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@::follows the CIV's lead:: CO: If I may tag along sir.
CO_Capt_Timrok says: 
@ CIV/TO: Good :: turns to the foreign affairs minister :: Anderson: excellent
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
::braking the silence:: OPS: You don’t talk much... do you?
TO_Ens_Sollo says: 
@~~~CIV: I look forward to hearing it.~~~ ::Smiles in return::
XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
#CSO: Unless there is something else of interest in this system that they were studying.
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::looks up from his console:: CTO: No Sir, most of the time I'm concentrating on my duties.
CIV_Lt_Pazoski says: 
@CO: They certainly appear very welcoming, which is positive as this is a project which requires the work of all parties to complete it.
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
OPS: I'm supposed to be the tight duties guy around here... ::smiles:: And what do you have to work now anyways... number crunching cargo tones?
CSO_Ens_Nelson says: 
#::Looks up from his screen:: XO: There is not much of interest I could detect, do you have any specific things you want me to scan as well?
OPS_Ens_Tar says: 
::smiles at the remark of the CTO:: CTO: No, that has already been done by other personnel. I'm co-ordinating with the colony for the delivery of the cargo and simultaneously checking if all systems are working properly.

XO_Lt_Pazoski says: 
#::as they approach the system sets the runabout to yellow alert, just in case:: CSO: The source of that distress call ::smiles::
CO_Capt_Timrok says: 
@ CIV/TO: Indeed they do, One thing though... For the remainder of this away mission keep the communication verbal from here on :: looks at them both accusingly ::
CTO_LtJG_Starbuck says: 
OPS: Riiight.. I think I’ll pass the tight duties title to you... ::turns back to his tactical console faking to be busy::
CSO_Ens_Nelson says:
#::Smiles back:: XO: Obviously sir.
Anderson says:
#ACTION: The Tagus finally drops out of warp. In front of them is a cube ... (not that kind of cube!). The cube is about the size of the runabout. All they can see is a little circular door. All else is black. Sensors can't read it
Anderson says: 
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