Prologue: The crew of the USS Hayden is enjoying some shore leave while the Hayden has a Barion Sweep done on it.

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XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::On ES 217 spending some time with her daughter going over school work.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Sits in the back of a small ES 217 cafe sipping coffee and looking all bohemian like.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
::on ES217 with Armen, walking around the Promenade::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::in her quarters with WildWind and is about to depart the ship finally::

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Is standing near one of the windows watching the Hayden undergo the Barion Sweep.  Leaving the ship unattended made him feel uneasy.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
::walks into a small cafe and sees the CNS:: CNS: Darna!  Hi, enjoying shore leave?

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Looks up, surprised, when the captain calls him.:: CO: Yes, hi. I am. Hello, Armen. How are you?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::making sure her quarters are secure and locked she heads for the airlock as she hears the announcement of the Barion sweep commencing::

Armen says:
::looking and sounding shy:: CNS: Fine.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Takes Victory to a cafe for some food.::

TO Tussusk says:
 ::Approaches his superior officer.::  CTO:  Hello sir.

CNS_HeiRan says:
Armen: Thanks for your help in entertaining the other kids while they were onboard the Hayden. You made a big difference. ::Looks and grins at the CO::

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Is slightly startled by the Ariolo because he had been concentrating too much on the ship.::  Tussusk:  Hello Crewman.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::as Brianna enters the station WildWind takes off and soars into the high area of the promenade::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Enters the Cafe with her daughter victory and sees the Captain and her son with the CNS.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
::grins back:: CNS: I hoped he would help. May we join you?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CO/CNS: Captain, Counselor.  Mr. Marsland.

Waitress says:
:: walks up to the table where the CNS and CO have gathered:: CO/CNS: Can I get you anything?

Host CO_Marsland says:
XO: Hello, Commander.

CNS_HeiRan says:
CO: Yes, have a seat. XO: Hello, Commander. Would you like to join us? It seems we've got a quorum forming.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::unexpectedly runs into another Lt and nearly knocks him over::

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  I hate being away from the ship.  ::Rubs his beard a little.::  I did some research prior to leaving the ship... did you know that there have been several incidents of ships being hijacked during a Barion Sweep?

CNS_HeiRan says:
Waitress: A refill on my coffee, please.

Host CO_Marsland says:
::sits down:: Waitress: Strong coffee for me, and a chocolate milk for my son.

CNS_HeiRan says:
CO: Captain, you're from Earth, correct? I've got to hand it to you. Your planet sure does know how to make a satisfying drink!

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CO/CNS: It would be our pleasure to join you.  ::Sits down and motions for Victory to sit beside Armen and her.::

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  Though I'm not.. too pleased about the situation either, sir, I'm sure everything will be alright.

Host Rich says:
CNS: Certainly. CO: Thank You I will be back shortly :: Fills the CNS's cup::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::gets up and looks at him::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Mark: Mark is that you?

Victory says:
 Waitress: I want a chocolate milk please.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Leans toward Victory:: Victory: Hey. My name's Darna, or Counselor Hei Ran. Nice to meet you.

Victory says:
CNS: Hello Counselor Darna Hei Ran.  I am Victory.

Mark says:
 AFCO: Bri is it really you?  I mean of course it is you but what are you doing here?

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  You are probably right.  The Captain thinks I'm pushing you all too hard.  ::Chuckles softly.::

Waitress says:
:: returns with a cup of coffee and a large glass of chocolate milk:: CO: Here is your order Ma'am. Armen: would you like some crayons and a coloring book to play with?

CNS_HeiRan says:
Victory: I haven't seen you around the ship recently. I thought Armen here was the only child on board. Have you been hiding from us both?

Armen says:
Waitress: Yes, please.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Grins at Armen::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Mark: I am on the Hayden temporarily till my official orders go through for the FCO spot.  Question is why are you here?

Victory says:
 Armen: Logically You must be Armen.

Armen says:
Victory: Yes, I'm Armen. ::pokes the CO:: This is my mommy.

Host CO_Marsland says:
::feels the poke and whispers to her son:: Armen: Armen, you shouldn't poke people.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Leans back in his seat and takes a drink from his coffee, glancing at both of his superior officers.:: CO/XO: It's nice to be off the ship again, yes?

TO Tussusk says:
::Smiles slyly.::  CTO:  After what happened, I think that we do need to tighten security a bit.  ::Softly.::  I don't like to have little vermin run through my fingers.

Waitress says:
:: take a coloring book and some crayons out of her apron:: Armen: Here and maybe you can share them with this little girl here. XO: Ma'am may I take your order?

Victory says:
::Notes the CO's Captain's pips.:: Armen: Of course Captain Marsland is your mother.  This is my mother.  ::Motions toward the XO.::

Armen says:
 Waitress: Yes, ma'am.

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Chuckles with the Ariolo Crewman.::

Armen says:
Victory: She's pretty.

Mark says:
Bri: Well I am waiting for my own assignment temporairly for the Delphyne.  But tell me how is the family? Mom dad and my sisters?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Waitress: A bowl of plomeek soup and Vulcan coffee sweet.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Mark: Everyone is fine and all of us sisters have our own ships now so we are busy little bees.

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  May I be blunt sir?

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  Go ahead.. we're not on duty right now.

Mark says:
::laughs as he spots WildWind above him

Waitress says:
XO: Yes Ma'am I will return shortly. :: heads for the counter::

Host CO_Marsland says:
::smiles at her son:: Armen: That was very nice of you to say, Armen.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Sips his coffee, observing the interaction of the two children and their parents.::

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  Everyone thinks they can get off being so cozy being in the Federation.  Countless men and women lose their lives daily... because space is dangerous.

Victory says:
::Shows her Klingon teeth and lets out a low growl.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Mark: Where is WindFire?

Host CO_Marsland says:
::sips her coffee and watches as the children interact::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Bir: Sis look up ::points upward::

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Nods and rubs his beard in thought.::  Tussusk:  I believe alot of species deem it necessary to not allow things such as that... to 'ruin their days'.  Hmph!  You notice.. the Romulans were pretty well off for the longest time.. until they considered making peace with the Federation.

Waitress says:
:: returns with the XO's order:: XO: Here you are Ma'am. ALL: Is there any thing else I can get you?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::both birds have now joined each other in flying in lazy circles above them chit chatting between themselfes::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Taps Victory on the arm.:: Victory: Easy...

CNS_HeiRan says:
Waitress: Nothing for me, thanks.

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  And then the Remans came along.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Sips his coffee, a gesture which hides his grin when Victory goes Qo'noS.::

Armen says:
::looks scared as he sees the teeth:: CO: Mommy!

Host CO_Marsland says:
Armen: It's okay, son.  She won't hurt you.

Victory says:
:: Laughs heartily.::

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  Yes, the Remans.  ::Chuckles again.::  I'd be lying if I said I didn't enjoy a little relaxation from time to time.  A good mud bath can soothe the most tired muscles.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Begins to eat her meal.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks at Mark::  ~~~Mark: I heard your last mission was a bad one brother. ~~~

Waitress says:
:: heads off to wait on some other customers::

TO Tussusk says:
 ::Nods at the Tellarite.::  CTO:  How can you soak yourself in mud?  ::Looks at him strangely.::

Armen says:
Victory: Why are your teeth so sharp?

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  I've found that many species, outside my people enjoy mud baths.  As I said, it helps to relax the body.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::noding his head:: ~~~Bri: Yes it was very bad indeed.  Nasty business cleaning up after the raid by the Orions.~~~

CNS_HeiRan says:
CO: Captain, I just realized that, since I've become ship's counselor, we haven't had an official meeting. I don't mean to bring work to the table, but, why don't you tell me a little about yourself and Armen?

Victory says:
Armen: Cause I am half Klingon.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CO: Captain, How long are we expected to be here on ES 217?

Host CO_Marsland says:
CNS: Well, okay.  What do you want to know?  I was transferred from the Apache and had a time getting my son with me.  We've had some situations that I'd rather not discuss in public, if you don't mind.

TO Tussusk says:
 ::Nods once more.::  CTO:  Personally, I prefer to bathe in the sun.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Nods:: CO: Of course. I was just making conversation.

Host CO_Marsland says:
XO: I don't know, until the sweep is finished and the all clear is given to go back on the ship.  Shouldn't be too long.

Action: A little furry animal comes up and starts rubbing it self against the CTO's feet.

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Squeals softly.::  Tussusk:  The sun!?  I try to stay away from that... ::Looks down and sees the animal.::  Self:  What is this?

Host CO_Marsland says:
CNS: It's okay, Darna.  There are just some details that are sensitive.  Not classified mind you, but sensitive.

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  It seems like some kind of stray animal.

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  Very observant.  You see.. going back to what we were speaking of earlier, everything is so relaxed.. pets shouldn't be allowed to wander so freely.  ::Bends down.::  Cat:  You're lucky I don't like cats... otherwise I'd probably eat you.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Nods:: CO/XO: But how wonderful it is to have families together out here in space. ::Gets all fuzzy inside::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Encourages Victory to finish up her food.::

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Walking around the station with no destination in mind with Dali beside her.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
CNS: Yes, I'm enjoying my time with Armen.  We have a lot to catch up on.

Host CO_Marsland says:
::continues sipping her coffee::

Victory says:
::Sees an opportunity with the CNS to finally be allowed to live with her mother full-time.::

Action: The Kitten tries to play with the CTO's nose as he is bent down.

Mark says:
::hears the call for the shuttle that is going to transport him to the Delphyne and looks up and WindFire comes down and lands gracefully on his shoulder as Bri reaches out to pet his head::

Victory says:
Armen: Do you live with your mother on the ship?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Mark: I am going to miss you.

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Sneezes and he motions for an officer to come and take care of this problem.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Sees a strange look in Victory's eyes::

Armen says:
::nods:: Victory: Uh huh.  It's fun!

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Does not really see the looks Dali draws as they meander about.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Interjects:: Victory: And dangerous.

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  What's wrong sir?

Action: The Kitten starts hissing at the CTO after he sneezes.

Mark says:
Bri: You know something sis, I am going to miss you too.  ::they both hug each other and Mark makes his way towards the loading ramp and boards the shuttle::

CTO_Thalataar says:
Self:  Blasted felines.  ::Makes a squealing noise in an effort to frighten off the cat.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
CNS: It's not all dangerous, otherwise I would have Armen living with my parents on Earth, Counselor. ::smiles::

Action; The Kitten runs off and into the cafe where the other are at.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Sips his coffee.:: CO: Of course, but considering what has happened in just these last few weeks... ::Catches himself before he scares Armen or Victory::

Victory says:
 XO: Mother, if Captain Marsland has her son living on the Hayden, then I logically should be allowed to live with you as well.

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Straightens his uniform.::  Self:  That's better.

Host CO_Marsland says:
CNS: True enough, Counselor.  But considering what I heard happened on the Apache, this was a cakewalk.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Victory: This is not the place to discuss this.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self:  Man I miss my brother.  ::WildWind comes down and gracefully lands on her shoulder as he senses her sadness::

TO Tussusk says:
CTO:  Are you allergic to felines sir?

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Raises an eyebrow.:: CO: Really? What's happened? ::Remembers the kids.:: I guess we can discuss it later. No need to discuss such things here.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Remembers some of the reasons he hates kids.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
CNS: ::Nods:: CNS: Yes, later.

Victory says:
 XO: On the contrary mother it is. ::Stands her ground.::

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  No.. just a rather sensitive nose.

Armen says:
CO: Mommy, why are they fighting? ::indicating the XO and her daughter::

Action: The Kitten wanders over to where the CO's Group is and starts rubbing is self up against Armen's feet.

Host CO_Marsland says:
Armen: We should just let them handle their problems themselves.

Armen says:
::feels the cat and bends down:: All: Ohh, a kitty!  Mommy can I keep it?

Victory says:
::Sees the hairball and stands up and almost screams.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
Armen: No, son, I'm sure it belongs to someone else on the station.

TO Tussusk says:
 ::Chuckles softly.::  CTO:  Well sir, I promised Kipling I'd take him up on his offer of dune surfing..  I'm not exactly sure what that is about.

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Spying what appears to be an art store, makes a beeline for it.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Also remembers why he hates imprecise language. He stands as the kitten approaches, deciding that now is a good time for an exit.:: CO/XO: Well, sirs, I'll see you later. If you'll excuse me. Armen, Victory. ::Nods to them::

Victory says:
 Armen: Klingons eat those. ::Points.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::slowly walking down the promenade Brianna walks into a small cafe and sits at one of the tables::

CTO_Thalataar says:
Tussusk:  I will speak with you later.  ::Nods and smiles softly, knowing full well that Tussusk was going to be sore afterwards.::

Armen says:
Victory: No! You're not eating my kitty. CO: Mommy!  Don't let her eat it!

TO Tussusk says:
::Heads off for the holosuites on the station.::

Victory says:
CNS: Help me live with my Mother.  ::Calls after him.::

Café Owner says:
::Shouts: Hey you there with the what ever you call it can't be in here.  Get out of my place your going to scare my customers away.

Host CO_Marsland says:
Armen: Calm down, son. No one's eating the kitten.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Victory: Victory!

CTO_Thalataar says:
::Returns to watching the ship regardless that it is not going anywhere.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::oh-so-stealthily exits and begins rushing down the promenade::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Wipes his brow.:: Self: Finally, out of there. I hate kids.

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Within moments, she is immersed in the supplies, Dali standing off to the side, watching the area as if he stood guard.::

Victory says:
::Goes running off after the CNS.::

Action: the Kitten suddenly become scared and scratches Armen as he get away and runs for the dooor.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::stands and glares at the cafe owner:: Cafe Owner: And you call this a cafe?  I have eaten better food else where on this station.  Your place is filfily.

Host CO_Marsland says:
XO: Commander, I see you have some problems with your child as well.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Sees Victory run off.:: CO: Excuse me....::Heads after her with some difficulty.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
XO: Of course.

Victory says:
CNS: Hey you wait.

Armen says:
CO: Ouch!  The kitty scratched me!

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Turns around and sees Victory. He gasps, and rushes back to her.:: Victory: Hey, whatcha doin' out here?

Host CO_Marsland says:
Armen: It's okay.  We'll go to the first aid station and put something on it.

Victory says:
CNS: I want to talk to you.  Privately.  ::Pushes him into a quiet corner out of sight of her mother.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
::finshes her coffee as Armen has finished his drink and gets up::

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Sneezes as she finds a dusty box under a table.  Opening it, she finds some unusual paints.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Stays put, only being pulled a few feet.:: Victory: Hey hey! None of that. What's got you in such a hurry?

Host CO_Marsland says:
Armen: Let's go. ::takes his hand::

Victory says:
::Gets down and uses all her might to push him out of the corrider.::

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Considers she has found a find, calls Dali over to get the box.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
::they walk out of the cafe and go to the first aid station::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::walks out of the cafe and down the promenade and bumps into the CO as her and her son come out of the cafe::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Gets angry.:: Victory: Hey! Stop that. I'm going to find your mother. ::Breaks free from her and begins walking back down the corridor, carefully keeping watch behind him to make sure that some strange alien doesn't abduct her.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO:Oh excuse me sir I am so sorry. I didn't see you.

Victory says:
::Gets in front of him blocking his path.:: CNS: I just want to talk to you!  ::Seems desperate.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
AFCO: Oh, hi, Bri!  :: Motions to her son:: This is my son, Armen.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Stops.:: Victory: Then talk, don't shove.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Sees her daughter and the CNS in the distance and starts to move toward them.::

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Looking for the prior, she heads over to make arrangements.::

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Looks annoyed.::

Armen says:
::shyly:: AFCO: Hi.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks down at Armen:: Hello Armen.

CMO_Lt_Love says:
:: Content with the supplies and arrangements, she leaves the establishment, considering something to eat.::

Host CO_Marsland says:
AFCO: We were just on our way to the first aid station.  Armen got scratched by a cat.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks:: Armen: I sense you are afraid and in some discomfort.

Victory says:
:: Folds her arms over her chest and glares at the CNS.:: CNS: You don't do your job very well Counselor.

CNS_HeiRan says:
::Mimics her, crossing his arms and leaning on one hip.:: Victory: You don't play very nice, Missy.

Armen says:
AFCO: She scared me!

Victory says:
::Sticks her tongue out at the CNS.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Armen: I am quite sure she did but cats have a temperament all their own.  And so since Betazoids do scare easily by animals they tend to stay away but I have learned that they also can be come your faithful friends too.

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