USS Hayden – NCC 73898
Stardate 10206.26
Episode 186 "Return Triumphant"

Cast:
XO Skye					Karen
CEO Michaels	Bryan
CSO Lys 	Brian
CMO Cutter 	Danielle
MO Bishop	Heather
FCO Knight	Trevor
CIV Coreena	Karri

Guest Starring:
Lola, the Bar Maid	Pam
Ashlynn Kostandinos	Erin

and featuring

FM John (Klord) as the Bar Man

Klord
 Prologue: Hayden has just docked at SB69.
     
Klord
 <<<Begin Mission>>>
   
CSO Lys
 :: on the bridge at SCI ::

MO Bishop
 ::in the doc's office finishing some of her work::

FCO Knight
 XO: We have docked. Hayden is connected to umbilicals and powering down engines.

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::after having let Adrienne loose on SB 69... and very thankful that she's somewhere that she can do that again, Ashlynn stands in front of the airlock waiting for the Haydenites to emerge, wondering if they'll still recognize her::
   
Bar Man
 ::wipes a few glasses and watched the cute barmaid
   
XO Skye
 FCO: Acknowledged Mr. Knight.
   
CSO Lys
 :: starts shutting down sensors and running appropriate diagnostics ::

FCO Knight
 ::Goes through the final docking procedures::
   
XO Skye
 *All Hands*: Your department heads should have given everyone a shore leave schedule.  You are free to begin shoreleave as soon as you are cleared by your department heads.
 
MO Bishop
 ::looks around for Doctor Cutter and sees the note to her on the desk::
      
Lola
 ::licks her lips and smiles at the barman::
   
Coreena
 ::In her quarters, cleaning up around the place.::
 
MO Bishop
 <Note>MO: You can begin shoreleave as soon as the Command Staff tells you.... signed, Dr. Cutter

CEO Michaels
 ::finished cleaning things up in Engineering and sends the first shift on their leave::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::wonders where they all are, usually this crew is falling over themselves to get to SB69, but none have come out yet...::
   
XO Skye
 FCO:  Mr. Knight.  I would like to see you in my office in ten minutes, please.....
   
CSO Lys
 :: checks the schedule and seeing that Susanna is on duty, sends her a quick status report before putting his station into standby ::  XO:  Science secured Commander.
   
Coreena
 ::As she looks into Katie's room, she is reminded of Talan's suggestion.::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::folds her arms and leans casually on a support beam::
   
CSO Lys
 <Parli>  :: reading the report from the CSO she sighs ::  Self:  Starbase technicians to check over the sensor pallets, I don't think so.
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  Doctor?
 
MO Bishop
 ::grins at the note on the padd and gets up to leave sickbay::

FCO Knight
 ::Rises from the CONN and has a nearby Ens. finish the docking protocols::

CEO Michaels
 ::takes one last look around Engineering and heads out the door::
   
XO Skye
 Lt. Sanders:  You have the Conn......I'm only to be interrupted in case of an emergency.
 
MO Bishop
 *Coreena*: Dr. Bishop here, what can I do for you?

XO Skye
 CSO: Acknowledged.....You may take your shoreleave as soon as you wish.
   
Bar Man
 ::whispers loudly:: Lola: better quit. Wait till later. ::grins::

FCO Knight
 ::Enters the Captain's ready room::
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  Doctor... ummm... you have a little girl.  And I was wondering.  ::Walks into her room, closing the door::  I was wondering if you had the time, if we might talk.
   
CSO Lys
 CSO:  Thank you Commander.  :: smiles politely, still unsure of himself around the new XO and exits the bridge ::
       
Lola
 ::walks over to where the barman is standing and pouts:: BM: Awww why do I always have to wait?
  
Bar Man
 ::Pops Lola on the butt with his rag when she walks by::

CEO Michaels
 ::takes the turbolift to the bridge::
      
Lola
 ::jumps:: BM: Hey, you said to wait!  That goes for you too buster!

CEO Michaels
 ::arrives on bridge::  XO: Everything's all set in Engineering, unless there's anything else, I'm off.
 
MO Bishop
 *Coreena*: Actually, I have a little boy, he's four....but that doesn't mean we still can't talk... would you like to meet somewhere?
   
CSO Lys
 :: off the bridge, Talan makes his way to the starbase, a few errands to run while he has some time to himself ::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::smirks as she waits, pleased with the total surprise it's going to be::
   
XO Skye
 CEO: You're clear to go Brynn.  Enjoy yourself.
   
Bar Man
 ::sneaks in a quick kiss that promises more later:: Lola: You know I can't resist
   
CSO Lys
 <Parli>  :: sends a message to the starbase to cancel the technicians, grabs her toolkit and makes her way to the JTs ::

CEO Michaels
 ::heads back to the turbolift and takes it down a few decks::
      
Lola
 ::leans over and pinches his....:: BM: Ok Romeo, later.
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  Yes please... I am not sure when though.  I am not sure of Talan's plans.  Let me ask him first.
   
XO Skye
 ::Finishes looking over some padds before sliding out of the seat and heading toward the ready room::
 
MO Bishop
 *Coreena*: Of course, just me know when you're available...
   
CSO Lys
 :: arrives on the station's main marketplace and begins to look around ::
   
Bar Man
 ::jumps grins and pours a few drinks for the patrons::

CEO Michaels
 ::heads down the hall and walks out the airlock::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::sees Brynn, but waits for him to notice her::
      
Lola
 ::starts clearing some tables waiting for something exciting to happen::
   
Coreena
 *CSO*:  Talan, I am thinking of having that talk with Doctor Bishop.  Did you have anything planned?

CEO Michaels
 ::spots Ashlynn standing to the side and does a double take, but recovers quickly::  Ashlynn: Damn, I knew we should have taken a left turn at Altara, we're at the wrong station.  ::Grins::
   
XO Skye
 ::Enters the ready room and takes a seat behind the Captain's desk and looks over a new padd for a moment.::
 
MO Bishop
 ::heads out of the cubicle:: Manning: You're dismissed for the day... turn on the EMH and relieve the rest of the medical staff

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::grins back:: CEO: I was wondering when you'd notice I was here....
 
MO Bishop
 <Manning>MO: Yes, Doctor....
   
CSO Lys
 :: he's kinda nervous, but not really sure why - hearing Coreena's voice he jumps before realizing its only over his comm badge :: *Coreena*  Actually I'm indisposed at the moment, so feel free.  It’s probably good that you get this settled as soon as possible.
   
Coreena
 ::Concerned::  *CSO*:  Indisposed?  Is everything all right?

FCO Knight
 ::Crosses his arms as he awaits the Commander's lecture::
   
CSO Lys
 <Parli> :: hums as she crawls through the JTs ::

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: Well I'm headed to the bar, so unless you want to get left behind...::grins and gestures::
   
CSO Lys
 :: stops and takes a deep breath :: *Coreena*  Everything is just fine.  I just have a few things to get done.
      
Lola
 ::starts to sing as she clears the tables:: Self: Whatever Lola wants...Lola gets..

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::mock hurt:: CEO: What? No hugs, no kiss hello?
   
XO Skye
 ::Inwardly wants to smile....she can sense the a bit of frustration on the Lt's part.::  FCO: Mr. Knight......I'm sure you know what you are here for......::Sets the padd down and looks up at him for a moment.::
   
Coreena
 *CSO*:  Alright.  Let me know when you are done.
      
Lola
 Self: And little man, little Lola wants you.

CMO Cutter
 ::on the holodeck, runs her hand down the shin of her Bay::

FCO Knight
 XO: No, but I have a feelin' ya gonna tell me.
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  Doctor, if you are available now, I could come.
   
CSO Lys
 *Coreena*  Okay.. I will.  :: continues his search ::
      
Lola
 ::carries a tray of dirty glasses to the replicator and deposits them::
 
MO Bishop
 *Coreena*: Of course, meet me at my quarters in ten minutes.

CEO Michaels
 ::laughs::  Ashlynn: Drinks first.  ::Grins a 'just kidding' and gives her a big hug and a kiss::  So just what are you doing here?  ::heads toward the bar::
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  Is your son there?

CMO Cutter
 ::pulls the hoofpick out of her back pocket and picks up his hoof::
   
Bar Man
 Action: A rodeo arena appears on the holodeck complete with barrels already set up
   
XO Skye
 FCO: Well.....it certainly wouldn't be fair to you if I didn't.......I do have a question for you, however.  Do you feel your actions and attitudes toward Mr. Michaels and myself during the last mission were correct or even justifiable?
 
MO Bishop
 *Coreena*: Actually no, he's in the holodeck with his nanny. I can have him meet us there if you like....
      
Lola
 ::continues to sing as she looks around for Romeo:: Self: I'm irresistible you fool....
   
CSO Lys
 :: finally finds the first shop he is looking for and enters ::

CMO Cutter
 ::efficiently cleans out the hoof, checking for stones and being careful around the frog::
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  That is OK, I was trying to decide whether or not I should bring my brother and sister or call in the baby sitter.  I will do the later.  It might be... easier that way.

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::wonders at his wanting to go to the bar, and not make the most of their time together, seeing as how they've been apart for so long:: CEO: Ok... ::takes his arm and follows along::

MO Bishop
 ::is curious as to why she wants to speak with her:: *Coreena*: I understand... sometimes being without the kids is good too.... I'll tell Sorhea to keep him there for a little bit longer....
   
Bar Man
 ::walks by Lola as he is straightening things up and gives her a light touch::

FCO Knight
 XO: I'm gonna stay on th' safe side an' say no. But I'm sure everyone else felt the same way. Regardless, I'm not gonna argue over it, I'm standin' by what I said and felt.
   
Coreena
 *MO*:  Thanks.

CMO Cutter
 ::repeats the action until all 4 have been cleaned out, puts the pick back into her pocket::
   
CSO Lys
 <Shopkeep Adams>  CSO:  Good day sir, is there something I can be helping you with?

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: Let me try that one again...so what is it you're doing all the way out here, I thought you were busy with all the issues on Abertura?
   
XO Skye
 FCO: Would you believe, had I been in your shoes, I probably would have felt the same way? ::Folds her hands and sets them on the desk in front of her.::
   
CSO Lys
 Adams:  I sent a message earlier.  I believe you have a package for me.
      
Lola
 ::turns quickly as she feels a touch on her...BM: Oh there you are. ::smiles:: I'm almost done here, how about you?

FCO Knight
 XO: No.
   
Coreena
 ::Calls up Helen who has no problem watching the kids and will be there in a moment::
   
Bar Man
 ::sees the couple standing outside the bar::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 CEO:  Is "wanting to see her fiancee" not a good excuse for shore leave? ::lopsided grin:: Besides, the CEO has Abertura ripped up and down, no one can do anything with it, so it was a good time to get away

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::gives him a quick kiss:: CEO: And you were a good reason to get away
   
CSO Lys
 <Shopkeep Adams>  CSO:  Ah, Mr. Lys.  Why yes I do, right here.  :: places a small covered cube on the table, about 6"x6"x6" ::
   
Bar Man
 Lola: got another hour on my shift.... Can't wait...
   
Coreena
 ::Leaves her room and heads for the kids room::  Katie, Sean...  Helen will be coming over for awhile.  I will be at doctor Bishop if you need me.
   
CSO Lys
 <Shopkeep Adams> :: lifts the cover enough so Talan can see inside :: CSO: Do you approve?
   
XO Skye
 FCO: I didn't think so, but it's true.  The problem is that being in command I not only have to take into consideration those under my command that are in danger; but I have to take into consideration everything from this ship, to the worlds involved in any conflict, to the way it will and can affect the Federation itself. 
      
Lola
 ::frowns:: BM: Darn. Oh well I can amuse myself with something I suppose.
   
Coreena
 ::Smiles at Sean as he looks up with a beaming smile, then sighs as Katie shrugs her shoulders, and keeps on playing.::

CMO Cutter
 ::rubs his forehead and then runs her hand down his neck, smiling as he paws and paces a bit:: Rocky: Give me a few bud.  We're almost ready.

CEO Michaels
 ::Grins::  Ashlynn: Well that I like, I was just surprised you'd managed to get leave at all.   So how long are you off for?  ::walks into the bar and sits down at one end of a table for two::
   
Coreena
 ::As the door chimes, she opens it to Helen, leaves some instructions and then with a sigh of relief, heads for Bishops quarters.::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::grins mysteriously:: CEO: That's up for negotiation...
   
CSO Lys
 :: looking under the cover :: Adams:  Yes, just as you said it would be.

CMO Cutter
 ::tosses her favorite saddlepad up onto his back, quickly followed by her barrel saddle::
   
XO Skye
 FCO: Personally, I wanted to go after the Captain.  Whether or not you realize it we are wonderful friends who have known each other for years. As Sam, I wanted with all of my heart to go after him.  As, LtCdr Skye, I wasn't able to. So first of all I want you to understand that I do completely understand how you felt. 
   
CSO Lys
 <Shopkeep Adams> :: replaces the cover then hands the package to Talan ::  CSO:  I hope it brings you much joy.
 
MO Bishop
 ::arrives at her quarters and heads inside, quickly changing into a loose tunic and pants.... anything to get out of her uniform::
   
Bar Man
 Lola: Hey.... If I have to wait you do too ::grins::
   
CSO Lys
 Adams:  Thank you, but it is a gift.  I'm sure she will love it though.

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: Well I guess I'll just have to count my blessings.  ::thinks for a moment::  You wouldn't have left Adrienne there...that probably means she's wreaking havoc somewhere on the station isn't she?

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 CEO: How long do you want me to stay for?  ::grins and reaches across the table:::
   
Coreena
 ::Arriving at the doctors quarters, chimes::
   
CSO Lys
 <Shopkeep Adams>  CSO: Even better as a gift.  Have a safe journey.

CEO Michaels
 ::takes her hand::  Ashlynn:  I'll take what I can get.
   
CSO Lys
 :: Talan exits the shop and starts looking for the next one on his list ::
   
XO Skye
 FCO: That being said, as XO I am required to inform you that you are completely entitled to your feelings.  No one can or will ever try to take them away from you or deter you from them.  However, as a member of Starfleet, there is a correct way and an incorrect way to go about voicing an opinion......and this last mission you chose to voice your opinion in an improper way. 

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 CEO: She's having fun, yeah, enjoying her freedom
      
Lola
 ::sticks her tongue out at him:: BM:  Later Romeo, we have customers.

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: I'm sure I'll get the bill in the morning.  ::laughs::

MO Bishop
 Coreena: Enter
   
Coreena
 ::As the doors slide open, she enters, glancing around.::
   
CSO Lys
 <Parli>  :: smiles contently as she reconfigures a phase discriminator ::
 
MO Bishop
 ::peeks at the door from the replicator:: Coreena: Ahh, hello.... won't you come in?
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Would you like something to drink?
   
Bar Man
 ::Puts on Copa Cabana on the sound system::
   
Coreena
 ::Enters the room, the door closing behind her.::  Hello.  Ummm... Cherry juice?
      
Lola
 ::sees a handsome man and a not so handsome woman ,kind of pretty though, and makes her way over to them:: CEO: May I get you something from the bar?
   
XO Skye
 FCO:  I need to let you know that anything that can be taken as a threat against a superior officer is a serious offense, and from here on out will be dealt with very seriously.  You don't know me however and how I handle things. ::Gets up from her chair.:: I feel before any action is taken if that you are entitled to a warning. ::Leaning on the front of the desk.:: I have nothing against you, Othello.  I've looked at your record and it's an excellent one.  I just ask that you treat myself and Mr. Michaels with the same level of respect you treat the Captain.  I am aware however that respect must also be earned.

CMO Cutter
 ::tighens the girth, smirking as he tries to suck air:: Rocky: Nice try, m'boy.  Let it out...::tightens the girth the little extra more needed::
 
MO Bishop
 ::smiles and nods... ordering the replicator for some cherry juice::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 CEO: She's good... curious, but not destructive...  ::looks up as a woman approaches their table, and holds Brynn's hands across the table a little tighter::
   
CSO Lys
 :: finally finds the second shop on his list and enters ::
   
Coreena
 ::Stands around uncertain::
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol> :: busy among the various displays, dusting this and adjusting that ::
      
Lola
 ::looks Ashlynn up and down then looks back to the CEO::

MO Bishop
 ::brings Coreena her drink and sips her coffee... motioning to the couch:: Coreena: Please... sit.....

CEO Michaels
 Lola: Something stiff.  ::flexes his hands to get the blood circulating again and smiles knowingly at Ashlynn::  Rum, the real stuff too.

CMO Cutter
 ::drops his bridle and slips on his bridle, fastening the chin strap::
   
Coreena
 ::Takes the drink with a thanks and sits down near the edge of the couch::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::looks up at the waitress:: Lola: I'll have the same
   
XO Skye
 FCO: And I will do my best to be deserving of respect, but regardless it a courtesy due to command staff.  :Deep breath.:: Anything you'd like to say or add or challenge?
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol>  :: finally noticing Talan, she approaches him ::  CSO:  Something I can help you with?
 
MO Bishop
 ::flops down into the folds of her couch, relaxing:: Coreena: What can I do for you? This seemed very important
      
Lola
 CEO: Rum it is and if I do say so, you're a little stiff already. ::smiles and looks down before heading for the bar::

CMO Cutter
 ::pulls out his legs, grabs the reins in one hand and swings up into her saddle, shifting until she gets settled 'just right'::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::cocks her head to one side:: CEO: What'd she mean by that?  ::genuinely curious::
   
CSO Lys
 Bristol:  Yes,  I believe you are holding a package for me.
   
Coreena
 ::nods her head::  MO:  What do you know about me and my family?
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol>  :: moving behind the counter :: CSO: Your name sir?
   
CSO Lys
 Bristol:  Lys, Lys Talan.

CEO Michaels
 ::turns bright red::  Ashlynn: Nothing, just a smartalec comment from someone who doesn't get enough, I mean get out enough.

CMO Cutter
 ::chirps and gently nudges him forward; horse and rider moving smoothly together::
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Well I have to be honest, not a lot... I haven't had time to get to know many of this crew yet....
      
Lola
 ::leans over the bar:: BM: Two rums Romeo and not the replicated stuff, these Starfleet officers have plenty of dough to spread around.

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::narrows her eyes just a little bit at him, but lets it pass::
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: I do know you are seeing the CSO... and you have two children....
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena; Anymore than that is unclear
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol>  CSO:  Ah yes.  One moment please while I get it from the back.  :: disappears behind a curtain... suddenly there is a crash and Bristol can be heard from the back ::  Oh darn... that's twice today...
   
Bar Man
 ::Nods at Lola and starts making an exotic rum sunset for the Lady and a flaming rum rasta for the CEO
   
Coreena
 MO:   You have not read my medical bio?
   
Bar Man
 ::admires the view as the Lola leans over the bar::

FCO Knight
 XO: I respect the command staff, especially the Cap'n. Now you nor sStarfleet may not like it, but if someone I know is in trouble, I don't sit on m' bum. The Cap'n and you have a duty, but so do I. I'll never leave any o' my fellow officers behind, regardless if I don't come back. So unless you throw me in'a brig.  I'll disagree as my heart says to do so. Uniform o' no uniform.
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Well yes, that goes without saying... I thought you meant on a personal level....
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: You have quite a history with this ship. ::smiles::
      
Lola
 ::sees Romeo looking:: BM: Hey watch it Romeo, or they'll fall out of their sockets.

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::gives a sidelong glance towards the waitress and leans in closer to Brynn::  So how long are you all on leave for?

MO Bishop
 Coreena: An astounding one really... and were you not here in front of me... I might not fully believe it

CEO Michaels
 ::hears a crash and a  yell down the hall::  Ashlynn: That was probably Adrienne....oh um, I'm not sure actually, probably just a few days, till the new mission orders come in and we get finished with repairs.
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol>  :: finally emerges from the back with a small parcel for Talan ::  CSO: Here you are sir.  :: seeing the concern in Talan's eyes ::  Its fine sir.  It was just some empty boxes that fell.
   
Coreena
 ::Sighs inwardly that she doesn't have to explain that::  MO:  Ummm... I guess.  I am a bit different from you two-leg.... humanoids. ::Quietly::  Are you familiar with my parents history?
   
Bar Man
 ::Pours the lady's drink over the fruit and adds a little parasol and lights the flaming drink and passes them to Lola:: Lola: thats what I was thinking ::Grins::
   
XO Skye
 FCO: Well, unfortunately Mr. Knight, if you disobey orders you could be thrown into the brig. And you will be respectful to the officers over you, even if you don't agree with them.  If you wish to wear that uniform, you have to abide by the policies of that uniform.

CMO Cutter
 ::enters up the alleyway between the bucking chutes and into the arena::
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Not really... your file doesn't get into that

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::smiles at him:: CEO: Well, that means we'll have plenty of time to catch up, right?
   
CSO Lys
 :: accepts the parcel :: Bristol:  Thank you.  :: noticing the clerk's attention wavering to the dust gathering on the counter, he turns and leaves, making for his last stop ::
      
Lola
 ::grabs the drinks:: BM: Down boy, I have work to do before I get to you. ::smiles and walks back to the CEO::

CEO Michaels
 ::grins::  Ashlynn: Yeah, and we've got quite a bit to catch up on.  ::grins wider::
   
CSO Lys
 :: now with two packages in tow, Talan looks for the last shop ::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::grins back, and is glad, not for the first time, that Adrienne and Kate were so excited about seeing the station by themselves that day::
   
Coreena
 MO:  Not long ago, or ship encountered the Borg.  My mother and one of my twins brothers was lost to them.  My father was unable to deal with there loss just yet, so took on a mission, planning to come back later to get us.  ::Saddened::  He will not be returning.  He was killed in some kind of experiment where he hoped to retrieve my mother.
      
Lola
 ::places the drinks on the table:: CEO: Here we are two rums. Anything else I can get you? ::smiles and blows in the CEO's ear::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::raises her eyebrows at the woman:: Lola: Not right now, thank you ::a bit forcibly::
 
MO Bishop
 :;frowns... feels her sorrow:: Coreena: Oh my goodness... I'm so sorry.... ::lays a hand on her arm::

CEO Michaels
 ::tries desperately to ignore the waitress::
      
Lola
 ::raises an eyebrow at Ashlynn:: Ashlynn: As you wish madame!

CMO Cutter
 ::runs figure eights, tightening each until the flying lead changes were quick, smooth and beautiful, his neck flexing the way it should around the barrels::
   
CSO Lys
 :: has trouble finding the last shop.  Considers stopping to ask someone when he finds himself right infront of it ::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::looks away from her and turns her attention back to Brynn, who she can see is struggling to keep his attentions on her - decides to "help him out a little by leaning over and kisses him::

FCO Knight
 XO: With all due ::sarcastically:: respect, Commander, m' humanity comes before this uniform. My uncle risked his command an' his life to save four people during the battle o' Wolf 359. He told me to ne'er let the uniform come before a crewmate, regardless o' rank.

CEO Michaels
 ::laughs as Lola walks away::  Ooh, look she's french!  ::laughs harder and shakes his head::

Lola
 ::leans over and whispers to the CEO as she leaves:: CEO: I get off at 8 if you're interested.

CMO Cutter
 ::widens the eights and heads to the mouth of the arena - the barrels set up in pattern behind them::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::wonders what she just said to him::

FCO Knight
 XO: I have work to do, so if I may be excused.

CEO Michaels
 ::smiles at the kiss and the puts his head in his hands::  Ashlynn: Remind me to stay out of bars, I'm just a burden for punishment around them.
   
CSO Lys
 <Smith Coriss>  :: behind his small counter considering a small rock in his hand ::
   
XO Skye
 FCO: Not quite yet, Mr. Knight… 
      
Lola
 ::heads back to the bar:: BM: Hey Romeo, take a gander at the woman I just served.
   
Coreena
 ::Startles slightly::  Ummm...  MO:  If anything were to happen to both parents, I was given the guardianship of my siblings.  Katie, who is 6 and Sean who is 18 months.  ::Pauses not sure how to say the next::

FCO Knight
 ::Tightens his folded arms::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::gets a sly smile on her face:: CEO: I can help you out with that right now, if you want... ::motions to the door with her eyes::
      
Lola
 BM: You like big guy?

CMO Cutter
 ::turns him on his hindend, points him at the barrel, leans forward urging him into a run::
   
CSO Lys
 Coriss:  Master Coriss I presume?
 
MO Bishop
 ::nods:: Coreena: And you need some help in raising them?
   
CSO Lys
 <Smith Coriss>  CSO: I am he.  You may be?
   
XO Skye
 FCO: I have no wish to sit here at odds with you, but I will tell you that your attitude is insubordinate and will be dealt with.  I feel however, that the Captain may be the better person to deal with it since you obviously hold little regard for me at the moment. You will follow orders or you will be disciplined for them.  I make that clear to you now.  I will not argue with you and don't wish to do so.  So until the Captain is back and ready to talk to you, you are dismissed.

CEO Michaels
 ::takes a good swig of his drink wishing he could finish it::  Ashlynn: Yeah, actually getting out of here would be a nice idea.
   
Bar Man
 :: Look over at the tiny woman and arches his eyebrow:: Lola: Nice ::grinning:: Maybe I should see how they like the drinks? ::moves out from behind the bar flexing his pretty impressive pecs a bit::
   
CSO Lys
 Coriss:  Lys Talan.  I am here to pick up my order.
      
Lola
 ::whispers:: BM: Better hurry, they look like they're planning to leave. I saw her shifty eyes looking towards the door.

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::lays a few credits down for the drinks and stands up, taking his hand and leading him out::

Bar Man
 ::catches the two at the Door::
   
Coreena
 ::Sighs::  MO:  If you know my bio, then you know I am actually younger then my sister in terms of years.  I find things... confusing at times.  And right now, for reasons I don't understand, I am having problems with Katie.  I never had problems with her before.

CEO Michaels
 ::looks up at the Bar Man::  BM: Can I help you sir?

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::looks up at the Bar Man::

CMO Cutter
 ::heads to the first barrel (right hand one), checks him back, slides her right hand down the reins and pulls it toward her knee, guiding him down and around the can::
   
Bar Man
 CEO and Ash: I assume the drinks were to your liking::smiles at the young lady::
      
Lola
 ::smiles as she stands there watching Romeo go into hunt mode::
   
CSO Lys
 <Smith Coriss>  CSO: Then here you are.  :: hands Talan a small wrapped box ::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 BM: They were, thank you...

MO Bishop
 Coreena: Well, not everyone is born a natural mother... ::pauses::... so to speak. Were it not for my mother, I wouldn't have known what to do with Dalton...
   
Bar Man
 Both: surly you were not leaving yet? ::aside to Ash:: we could have some fun later...
   
CSO Lys
 :: a bit unsettled by his brisk manner, Talan mutters a thank you before heading back to the Hayden ::

CEO Michaels
 BM: Ah yes, quite good, it was the help that was a might stale.  If you don't mind.  ::gestures to the door::
   
Bar Man
 ::chuckles:: CEO Most think she is a bit fresh
      
Lola
 :;moves back to the CEO's side and snuggles close:: CEO/Ashlynn: Not leaving already are you?

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::smiles at him:: BM: It was wonderful, but we have a "pressing" engagement...::looks up slyly at her fiancee::

MO Bishop
 Coreena: But I'm sure you can sympathize with her that losing her mother is causing her to go through a bit of a "phase" as it's called.... does she know about her father?

FCO Knight
 ::Shakes his head::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::has had enough of her:: Lola: Yes, we are ::takes his hand again and walks out the door with him::

CEO Michaels
 ::shaking off Lola::  BM: That's putting it mildly my good sir.
   
CSO Lys
 <Parli>  :: finished reconfiguring the unit ::Now now mister differentiator... doesn't that feel better.

CMO Cutter
 ::pushes him up to the second.  Grabs the reins low with her left hand, dropping them with her right.  Checking him back she pulls the rein in tight towards her left knee, flexing his neck around the barrel as they move down and around the second::
   
Coreena
 MO:  But we were fine... until shortly after our father left and...::Looks down::  No, I have not told her about our father.  I don't know how.  She keeps waiting for our mother to return, I don't know what will occur with our father.
      
Lola
 ::takes the CEO's arm:: CEO: Come back y'all hear. ::smiles and blows him a kiss::

CEO Michaels
 ::Gets dragged along wondering if that couldn't have been handled a little more elegantly::
   
Bar Man
 ::Puts his arm around Lola and chuckles at the sight of the little lady tugging the Big CEO down the corridor::
   
XO Skye
 ::Wonders why everything has to be so difficult......why Jason seems to handle things like this with ease and she struggles with it so.::
      
Lola
 BM: Rather scrawny wasn't she?

MO Bishop
 ::nods understandingly:: Coreena: Does she know what happened to her mother?

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: This place is going to the dogs...quite literally.
   
CSO Lys
 :: has a bit of trouble carrying all three of the packages, but eventually makes it back to the ship and his quarters where he carefully puts everything away ::
   
Coreena
 MO:  Father explained it to her... I did and so did one of the ships counselors.
   
Bar Man
 Lola: a tad ::gives her a pinch:: You got what I like babe

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::slips an arm around his waist:: CEO: Then let's go someplace more comfortable... I haven't been "home" in forever...

CMO Cutter
 ::leans up over his neck, whispering at him - urging him up to the third::

FCO Knight
 ::Leaves the ready room still disagreeing with the XO and stops in the doorway:: XO: This is who I am, Commander. I'll follow your orders and respect you, but I'll ne'er follow nor agree with an order that puts the Cap'n's, nor anyone else's, life at risk.

XO Skye
 ::Heads back around the desk.  Sits down in Jason's seat momentarily and slumps down.::

CMO Cutter
 ::checks him back again, repeating the same actions they did at the second can::
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Then clearly she's in a state of denial... which is quite understandable... it could also be her way of dealing with things....
      
Lola
 ::giggles:: BM: C'mon my big hunk of burning love, I need my sugar.

FCO Knight
 ::Continues on his way::

Bar Man
 ::hangs the closed sign on the door::
      
Lola
 ::turns the lock on the door::

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: The ONLY reason I'm letting you take me back on that ship is because it's you.
   
Coreena
 MO:  And this is why she refuses to do anything I ask and is defiant in everything we do?

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::gets to the airlock:: CEO: Why, is there someplace else you'd rather be? ::Grins::
 
MO Bishop
 ::nods:: Coreena: Absolutely.... she's looking for the security in her life in which she's lost....

FCO Knight
 Self: Why won't anyone let me do my job the way I can?
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: It might be difficult to understand, but she's used to someone telling her what to do all the time... the one person who does the disciplining.. and now that person is gone...
   
Coreena
 ::Saddly::  MO:  I thought I was giving that to her... ::Shakes her head::  I don't know what to do anymore.

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: The interior of the Hayden is the last place I want to see right now, but there's not much to the station where we can just relax in peace and quiet.
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Have you ever disciplined her before?

CMO Cutter
 ::slides her hands back on the reins, giving him his head and urging him towards home - practically laughing as the feeling of the wind whipping through her hair::
   
CSO Lys
 :: decides to change.. he promised to take Katie swimming and getting his uniform all wet just wouldn't be right ::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::enters the TL and asks for their deck:: CEO: Who said anything about "quiet"? ::grins wickedly::

CEO Michaels
 ::laughs and follows her::
   
Coreena
 MO:  Well... I have told her no.  And I have sent her to her room a couple of times... I think.  It was more like she stormed to her room gladly.
   
Bar Man
 Action: the replicator gives the CSO a tiny speedo

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::exits the TL with Brynn, takes one of his hands in both of hers and walks to the door of their quarters:: CEO: I missed you so terribly....
   
CSO Lys
 :: picking up the scant cloth - he decides that just isn’t his style and gets his NORMAL trunks out of the dresser ::

MO Bishop
 ::smiles:: Coreena: Okay, well that's good... but I think you need to establish some boundaries with her... stick to your guns ...  my thoughts are she's in a sort of rebellious phase and she's testing you to see if she can count on you....::holds up her hand:: now I'm not saying you're not there for her... it's my observation that you are but children need structure in their lives and it's from that they can establish a sense of security.....::looks at her::... am I making sense?

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: It's been rather lonely without you too.  ::hugs her tightly and gives her a passionate kiss before leading her into his quarters::

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::follows him into their quarters and lets the doors slide closed behind them:: CEO: Is there anymore where that came from?  ::grinning up at him, thanking the heavens that she's home again::

CEO Michaels
 Ashlynn: Oh quite a lot...::grins and shuts the lights off::...

CMO Cutter
 ::together they practically fly home and into the mouth of the alleyway.  Shifting her weight back into the center of the saddle and pulls him up, laughing at the adrenaline rush::
   
Coreena
 MO:  I believe so.  But I thought I was giving that...  ::Looks up::  How long does it take?

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::laughs and kisses him passionately::
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol > :: running after a 10year old girl with a cat :: And stay out of my shop you little trouble maker

CMO Cutter
 ::drops the reins and slides her hands up his neck, scratching him:: Rocky: Oh man... I missed this.  Good boy..

FCO Knight
 ::Sits on his bed fiddling with a medal that was awarded to his Uncle::
   
CSO Lys
 <Shopkeeper Adams>  Bristol:  Hey, that's the same girl who let out all my canaries
 
MO Bishop
 ::smiles and pats her arm:: Coreena: I'm sure you are, but she's been with her mother six years and was used to her... you've been a sister to her and now your the role-model... the one setting the rules.. she's going to need time to get used to that... and so are you....
   
Coreena
 ::Slightly desperate::  MO:  But how?
   
CSO Lys
 <Smith Coriss> :: comes running up :: Adams & Bristol:  Did you two see a little girl run by - she knocked over one of my ring stands and broke a glass display case
   
CSO Lys
 <Clerk Bristol>  Adams&Coriss:  She got away, but I got a name from the computer... Kostandinos
   
Bar Man
 Action: Station security arrives on the scene with the shopkeepers.
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Just level with her.... she's old enough to hear your feelings...and she'll come around easier when she knows she's not alone.....

Ashlynn Kostandinos
 ::the ship should thank their lucky stars that personal quarters, particularly those of the 2nd officer, are soundproof::
   
Coreena
 MO:  Level with her... how?
   
Bar Man
 <Sec> I know that name... we had problems with a crewman from the Hayden with that name.... about took a bar apart.... she and her friends
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: Just tell her how you feel...
   
Bar Man
 <Sec> we never did catch her... Bet we catch this little urchin though ::heads off::
   
Coreena
 ::Nods putting her glass down::  MO:  Thank you.  I will... try your advice.  I guess I will head out so you can enjoy your shoreleave.  ::Stands::  And thank you...
 
MO Bishop
 Coreena: And by that I mean... just tell her you feel sad too
   
CSO Lys
 <All Three Shopkeepers > :: in unison :: Good!
   
Coreena
 ::Nods::
 
MO Bishop
 ::stands:: Coreena: I hope that I've helped somehow... if there's anything else I can do.... my door is open
   
Bar Man
 <<<End Mission>>>