STAR TREK: A CALL TO DUTY
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USS HAYDEN
“THE BIG TIME”
Part Two

Ship: USS Hayden 
Fleet: Second
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10606.28
Mission Number: 351
Arc: The Big Time
Part: 02

Previously …

In the aftermath of the destruction of Gamleasia, the Hayden was at the forefront of a great controversy.

As it was a Federation device that was responsible for the planet’s annihilation, the question has arisen about HOW much involvement Starfleet had in the act. While denying any direct involvement, the Federation public, along with its allies & enemies were making their own assumptions.

And unfortunately, for the crew of the Hayden, they were caught in the midst of this growing maelstrom.

Lucky for them, Ambassador Emma Rose chose to step in and save the day.

Proposing a new “peace initiative,” the Hayden has been selected to spear-head a sort of public relations campaign in which the ship will be outfitted with the best of Starfleet technology, doctors, scientists, and other personnel, and sent to various worlds that have at one point or another been on “bad terms” with the Federation. 

The hopes are to prove to everyone that Starfleet is not out to annihilate it’s enemies, and that the public has nothing to fear of them.

The future looks bright for the Hayden crew … 

… the question is, can they handle it?

Dramatis Personae

Debbie Newell is Captain Janet Louise Naegle-Marsland – Commanding Officer of the Hayden, the Terran Naegle is a stern but compassionate leader and parent. While she has been the CO of the Hayden for less than a year, she has come to grow comfortable here, and is looking to the future with hope. Married to one Thomas Marsland, she also has an adopted son, Armen.

Christopher Dickinson is Commander Marla Enki – An operative of PRISM, the elite group that now falls under the Starfleet Special Operations umbrella, the Trill Enki has not had a “normal” life by anyone’s standards. After serving years as a traditional Starfleet officer on a variety of vessels, Enki was whisked away to an alternate Universe where she was brutally tortured for months on end. In her place was a nefarious doppelganger, whom has yet to be brought to justice. Enki eventually escaped her imprisonment, and left Starfleet service for a time to deal with the justice. She has since returned, and now works with PRISM to ensure that threats such as those who harmed her, never harm anyone again.

John Garrison is Lieutenant Isaac Hull – The new Chief Engineering Officer of the Hayden, the Terran Hull has had an extensive career at Starfleet – often traveling from one vessel to another after remaining on the former for a sparse few months. A wanderer by nature, he now brings his engineering skills to the Hayden … that they may very well require of him. 

Lynda Anderson is Lieutenant Brianna Rochelle – One of the many flight control officers assigned to the Hayden, the Betazoid Rochelle also has a secretive history as an operative of Starfleet Intelligence. After various successful assignments she had requested assignment as a conn. officer on the Hayden, her reasons her own. She is accompanied by a genetically engineered telepathic hawk known as “Wild Wind” who guides and amplifies her already impressive psionic abilities.

Jean-Pierre Bernard is Ensign Jorn Thalataar – A recent arrival to the Hayden as their new Chief Tactical Officer, the Tellarite Thalataar is a cautious and inquisitive tactician. Ever mindful of the threats that can face a Federation starship, he is willing to go to any lengths to ensure the well being of this crew … no matter the price.

=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= RESUME MISSION =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

ACTION: The Hayden is just arriving in the Denebian Star System, and is a few minutes out of the Fleet Yards. The crew is exhausted from days of working through the remains of Gamleasia. 

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Is on the Bridge at his station keeping tabs on everything in the system.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir we have just arrived in the Denebian Star system and are a few minutes from the fleet yards.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Monitoring the master display in Main Engineering, going over the refit list that the yard master will be updating onboard once docked::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: Hail them, let them know we're here.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::nods::  COM: Denebian Fleet Yards: This is the USS Hayden permission to dock?

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
@ ::Waiting in the Fleet Yards for the Hayden to arrive::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@::Staring at the Ambassador::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Checks the sensors and makes sure that everything is running smoothly prior to the refit.::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
*CO*:  Captain, if your done with the warp core, I'll be wanting to take it off-line and begin shut-down procedures so the core will be cool enough for the fleet yard engineers to make their 
changes

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir no answer yet from the fleet yards.

CO VanArsdale says:
@ ::Waiting with the rest of the team, he leans in close to Marla and whispers::  IO: It's not polite to stare, Marla...

Fleet Yard OPS says:
@ COM: Hayden - AFCO: USS Hayden, this is Atlas Control. You are to drop to 1/3rd impulse and proceed in on vector-3-alpha-gardner to refit-bay-beta. Do you comply?

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
@ ::Smiles:: IO: Something on your mind, Commander?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*CEO*: Go ahead, Lieutenant.  We're ready to dock.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@::Smiles back::  Amb: Just thinking of how best to kill you if I had to, Ambassador.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
@ ::Laughs:: IO: Oh, I heard PRISM people were funny. ::Obviously thought it was a joke::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Atlas V Fleet Yard OPS: Understood will drop to 1/3 impulse and proceed in on vector alpha-3-gardner to refit-bay-beta.

CO VanArsdale says:
@ ::Shakes his head and puts his hand to his forehead::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
*Computer*: Begin warp core shutdown procedures, authorization Hull Delta Vega 37

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::brings the ship to 1/3 impulse and uses the RCS thrusters to slow her down while entering the refit bay::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Atlas V Fleet Yard OPS: USS Hayden in position using RCS thrusters at station keeping.

ACTION: The Hayden glides toward Deneb. The sprawling Atlas V fleet yards expand above the world, the light of the system's sun reflecting off various ships under construction. Other Intrepid Classes can be seen. Shuttlecraft and other vessels move about freely.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::watches as the AFCO guides the ship into the refit bay:: AFCO: Don't scratch the paint, Lieutenant. ::smiles::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
@ ::Looks out the window as the Hayden arrives:: ALL: Ah, there she is.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Not a chance sir.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: This is not the first time I have done this.

CO VanArsdale says:
@ Amb: Excellent...

ACTION: The Hayden slows as the AFCO deftly maneuvers the vessel into the refit bay. It comes to a halt as docking clamps and walkways extend to attach themselves to the Intrepid Class hull.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
*AFCO*:  Lt., I'm beginning to vent plasma, take some pressure off the nacelle conduits

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Watches as Lieutenant Rochelle takes the ship in.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: I'm sure it isn't Lieutenant.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: We have docked sir.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Atlas V Fleet Yard: Docking confirmed.

ACTION: Suddenly, they are overwhelmed by the sound of transporters. Dozens upon dozens of beam ins occur all over the ship.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*All Departments*: Power down your systems and get out of the way of the refit crews!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::is already used to that as well::

Fleet Yard OPS says:
@ COM: Hayden - AFCO: We read, Hayden. Welcome to Deneb. Transferring control.

ACTION: Before they know it, there are dozens of engineers all over the place, quickly moving to take apart the bridge and other parts of the ship.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::closes down her navigational station and gets out of the way::

Engineer I and II says:
AFCO: Excuse us. ::They say politely as they begin to dismantle her console::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Sighs softly though he knows that the refit is for the best.  He shuts down the weapon systems one by one.::

Engineer III says:
::Shoves the CTO out of the way:: CTO: Move it or lose it, bub. ::Powers down his console, and starts to take it apart::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
ALL: By all means. ::smiles and moves out of the way.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir what do we do in the mean time sir?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: We leave and let them do their work.

ACTION: Two apparently high ranking Bynars enter the bridge, and walk over to the CO. They are small bald little men, and look happy as can be

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Main Engineering:  All Hayden Engineers power down all consoles, shutdown the impulse engines, we will be on Yard power for the time being, you are relieved

ACTION: A bulkhead suddenly pops open above the CTO, and an engineer lowers himself upside down, wearing large goofy-looking goggles - "Hello, pardon me."

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Engineer:  Watch it or you'll be my next meal.  ::Growls and then walks out of the Bridge.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
U and U: Can I help you?

Uvedoneit says:
CO: Captain 
  
  Udidnot says:
CO: Marsland. We are 

  Uvedoneit says:
CO: The Starfleet Corps of Engineers. Please have your crew dismount 

   Udidnot says:
CO: As quickly as possible.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
U and U: Very well.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*All Hands*: Disembark the ship immediately, crew.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: If you will excuse me then I will return to my quarters and pick up Wild Fire and head for a walk on the promenade if that is acceptable.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: I have to meet with Ambassador Rose anyway, so yes, you are dismissed.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::powers down her station and exits the bridge::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Isaac ensures that all of his engineers are heading for the air portal, he follows them being the last off the ship from Engineering::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Aloud:  What is going on here?!  ::Gets into the turbolift and orders it to bring him to the docking port.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
TL: Docking port.

ACTION: As the turbolift goes downward, the CTO hears a thump on the top. A hatch opens, and a female engineer drops down - "Hi. Don't mind me."

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::heads for her quarters and gets her shoulder pad for Wild Fire and he deftly steps on to it and tucks his wings tightly and she exits her quarters::
CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Engineer:  I won't mind you if you let me go to the docking port!

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Boss ... there was someone inside the replicator. Just thought you should know ~~~~

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
@ ::Hands clasped behind her back, she waits patiently at the docking port. Whistling::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::exits the TL to the docking port and exits the ship::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: I know they are refitting the ship.~~~

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Why? ~~~~

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Big grin:: CO: Captain Marsland!

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::smiles:: Rose: Ambassador, how are you?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::heads for the docking port:: ~~~Wild Fire: You are being nosey again stop it.  They are doing their jobs.~~~

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Exits from another turbolift and meets up with the Captain.::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
CO: So wonderful to see you. ::Clasps her hands in her own:: How was the trip? I trust it was fine? I hope you don't mind the Corps of Engineers, they like to move quickly. ::Gestures to the IO:: IO: This is Commander Enki, part of the PRISM team assigned to the Hayden.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::walks off the Hayden and on to the promenade::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Nods::  CO: Captain.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Rose:  PRISM?  ::Raises his eyebrow.::

Wild Fire says:
::Squawks:: ~~~~ AFCO: Hmph ... you no-winged folk need to learn to lay back and enjoy the breeze of the universe ~~~~

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::nods to the IO:: IO: Commander.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Turns abruptly at the new voice, staring at the CTO. There's a sparkle in her eye:: CTO: And this MUST be Ensign Thalataar!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks at her bird and glares at him:: ~~~Wild Fire: What in the world has gotten into you today?~~~

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Stops by the observation deck overlooking the Hayden's berth, mesmerized by the beauty of her::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Rose:  That I am.  Who is PRISM?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: Yes, they were Johnny on the spot, almost before we got stopped! ::chuckles::

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Blueberries ~~~~ ::Said rather smugly::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: Well no more blueberries for you.~~~

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Staring at the CTO and lost in thought for a moment:: CTO: Oh ... PRISM ... ah ... well I'm sure Commander Enki can explain that to you all in due time.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::sees the CO and heads for her::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Doesn't like the sound of PRISM coming aboard the ship, he looks over to Enki.::  IO:  Keep your officers away from Tactical and Security and we will get along agreeably.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::whispers to the Ambassador:: Rose: I hope she lets him in on it.  She'll need to work with him.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::whispers:: CO: I'm sure it will all be fine.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Eyes the young CTO::  CTO: That's not my job, Ensign.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir? Would you like to join me for a bite to eat?  ::nods at the Ambassador and the rest of the Hayden crew there with her::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
ALL: Well, while your ship gets refitted, I think it's time for you all to get fitted for your new uniforms! I'm sure you'll look great. Captain Marsland, we have an interview to get to!

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Did you get your crew off the ship before the vultures . . . I mean the Corp of Engineers came in?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  If they aren't off the ship yet they must be getting off soon.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: Well, I have to go to an interview, but I'll join you later.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Very good, Ensign.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: New uniforms?  CO: Understood sir I will wait till then.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: Lead the way, Ambassador.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::turns on her heel and smiles as she walks away::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Takes the CO's arm in hers:: Crew: Please head to "Don's Place" on the main promenade of the Fleet Yards as soon as possible for fitting. IO: That means you too, Commander! ::Leads the CO off::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Stands there with Commander Enki as everyone takes their leave.::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Looks at her Commanding Officer with pleading eyes::

CO VanArsdale says:
IO: Yes, Commander, us too.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::points to the air and Wild Fire takes off::

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: I do not like that no-winger. She smells of shrubberies ~~~~

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::allows the Ambassador to lead her away:: Rose: Please stop being so overly affectionate in front of my crew.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Laughs:: CO: I apologize, Captain. I'm just so excited. This is a new era!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: You will learn to judge not solely on what you see but what you know.~~~

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: I'm not judging by what I see. I'm judging by what I smell. Shrubberies. It equals trouble ~~~~

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Heads off onto the station.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: If it's just the same to you, I would like to keep this as professional as possible.

ACTION: Various men, women, and creatures who pass the Ambassador and the CO smile and nod as if they know them from somewhere. Others whisper and look in their general direction.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: I know what you are talking about and I understand it better than you think my friend.~~~

ACTION: The other members of the Hayden crew begin to pick up on this too.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::With a dejected sigh, she and the Commander walk to the prearranged fitter::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::nods to those they pass:: Rose: I feel as if I'm under a microscope.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::turns around and watches the CO and the Ambassador as they walk down the promenade::  Self: This whole thing stinks of SFI but not my branch.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::walks towards the promenade looking at the new sights...::

ACTION: The CTO passes by a news holo-display ... "... word is starting to come in of a proposed 'peace initiative.' Rumor has it that the USS Hayden, the vessel which is under scrutiny for it's involvement in the Gamleasia tragedy is spear-heading ..."

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Lets go of the CO's arm:: CO: Professional it is. Although you should lighten up. And we're all under the microscope now, Captain. Word's getting out there. What's that old Terran saying? "The time's ... they are a'changin'."

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Stops to watch the holo-display and can't help but feel that something else is going on under all of the goody-goody stuff.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::turns around and can sense the prying eyes and emotions of the passerby's::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: This definitely feels wrong all wrong.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: I suppose so.  I hope this new mission will smooth things over.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Steps up next to the CTO:: CTO:  Jorn, buy you a drink...if we can find a bar or tavern?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Sees Lieutenant Hull and turns slightly.::  CEO:  Sure I suppose.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::motions for Wild Fire to return and he does and lands gently on the pad on her shoulder::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::heads for the place to get fitted for her uniform::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  I've just been "dying" for a real scotch ever since we left Gamleasia!

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
CO: Sorry for this being last minute ... but this interview is on the "Aiker Peace & Liberty Hour," which if you don't know, is a very well known news opinion show. It's watched by over 80 worlds in the Federation!

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  I guess we need to get our new uniforms...first that is.  Have you seen this "Don's Place"?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Just eyes the Engineer at his apparent attempt to make a joke.::  CEO:  I am not certain what I want right now.  No I haven't.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::sees Don's Place and walks into the store::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: A show!  As in what we're seeing on the holoprojectors?

ACTION: Don's Place is a clothing shop of very high standards. Something most Starfleet personnel cannot afford on their "salary."

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
CO: Indeed. ::Takes her down a corridor:: Isn't it exciting?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::enters and looks for the shop keeper::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
CO: Three Trillion people are going to be watching us tonight!

ACTION: A multi-limbed purple-furred man is putting the finishing touches on an outfit before the AFCO.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks almost frightened:: Rose: Was this some sort of publicity tour that you forgot to tell me about?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Shopkeeper: Excuse me but I am supposed to report here for my fitting for the Hayden crew?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  I'm certain we can find a display somewhere to show us where this facility is.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Grins from one side of the face to the other:: CO: No, the tour comes later. This is just to get the word out officially. Start off some good publicity before the gala later this month.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  Well, lets walk down this way...perhaps we'll find the outfitter first...if luck has it we'll find the bar first ::grins::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Nods and follows with the Chief Engineer.::

Don says:
::Whirls, and throws three arms in the air:: AFCO: Oh praise be the Multi-Fingered One! I am so pleased to meet you. ::Thrusts three different hands in her direction to shake::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::is a bit taken aback but shakes on of the three arms::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Takes two steps into the store, sees the purple guy and turns around::  CO; Oh no, no, no....

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::They come up on a set of doors where a few security personnel are waiting::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: Okay, I'll follow your lead.

CO VanArsdale says:
IO: Commander Enki!

Security Officer I says:
Rose: Ambassador. ::Nods:: CO: Captain. ::Gestures for them to enter::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: Stay put.~~~

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::nods to the security officer::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
:: stops in midstep and hangs her head::

Don says:
::Looks her up and down:: AFCO: My, aren't you the pretty picture! ::Sees the IO & other Capt. come in:: ALL: Ah, more and more. I'm so glad you're here. These uniforms ... ::Kisses one of his fingers to give a sign of perfection:: ... are some of the best work I've ever done!

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: I can gouge his eyes out ~~~~

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: Don't make me make an order.~~~

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Enters the room with the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::follows the Ambassador into the room::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  Is it just me or does all of this seem a little peculiar?

ACTION: The room is a somewhat bare room with two comfortable looking chairs, and a holo-recorder. A hovering display shows a Bolian seated behind a desk, with a beautiful alien sunset behind him. Obviously this interview is going to be transmitted.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don: Well thank you for the lovely compliment.

Wild Fire says:
::If a bird could sigh:: ~~~~ AFCO: Fine ... boss ~~~~

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks around the room:: All: Nice!

Engineer says:
::Working the holoprojectors:: Rose: We should be transmitting in one minute, Ambassador. You're just in time.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  ::looks over at Jorn::  You know...I was thinking the same thing Jorn, this is all might peculiar...new uniforms, a refit with equipment that I had only just read about in my technical journals.  Something isn't adding up as it ought to

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  Accidents have happened in the past.. why is everyone making such a big deal over this one event.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Moves quickly to one of the chairs, and gestures for the CO to sit in the other::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::sits in the chair indicated::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don: I am under the impression that you have my uniform finished?

Don says:
 AFCO: Now let's see ... ::Mentally does her measurements:: ... you would be Ms. Rochelle?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don: Yes I am Ms. Rochelle.

Don says:
AFCO: That I do! ::Picks up a glimmering zipped-bag, and hands it to her:: Go try it on!

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  You know, in ancient times on old Earth...they always dressed the animal they were going to sacrifice in ornate costumes

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::takes the bag and walks into one of the fitting rooms::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  That's a little barbaric.  ::Looks at the Chief Engineer oddly.::

ACTION: The engineer presses a few buttons, and they can hear the Bolian Aiker ... "... on tonight's show, we have a few special guests. Ambassador Emma Rose of Tarklalian IV ... which, to be honest, I have no idea where that is ... and Captain Marsland of the USS Hayden, a vessel that EVERYONE is very familiar with this week ..."

Don says:
::Swings around:: IO / Capt. VanArsdale: And your names?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::rolls her eyes at the last comment by Aiker::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  Old Earth was indeed barbaric...we've come along way prior to First Contact

Engineer says:
::Gets behind the holo-recorder-transmitter, and starts a finger count down of three ... two ... one ...::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::sets Wild Fire down on the bench and changes into the uniform and places his pad on her shoulder and taps it and he steps onto it lightly::

ACTION: The holo-transmitter goes online, and Captain Marsland is now being "beamed" to dozens of worlds throughout the Federation ... and perhaps beyond.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  Have you really?  Perhaps what is occurring now is some evidence to disprove that fact.

ACTION: In Don's place, a holo-display now shows the Aiker show.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::smiles as she sees the holo-transmitter go live::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
CTO:  ::Points to Don's Place::  Ah! There is our destination...can hardly wait to see what uniforms await us

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  I heard they were white.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::walks out of the fitting room and smiles::

Aiker says:
# COM: Rose / CO: Ambassador Rose ... Captain Marsland ... welcome to the show! It's a pity that you couldn't be here in person ...

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don: Fits like a glove. Thank you.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::The CTO and CEO enter Don's Place:: 

ACTION: The AFCO is now wearing a very sleek red and white uniform. It's not made out of the usual Starfleet uniform fabrics ... but some sort of silky, yet sturdy, fabric.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Smiles:: COM: Aiker: I know, Aiker. But as you've no doubt heard, we're very busy now ...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Looks around the shop.::

Don says:
AFCO: It's made out of Vulcan high-tensile sukra-silk. Very comfortable. Very stylish. And can resist tear and fire damage.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Looks at the AFCO:: AFCO:  My compliments Lt. on your new uniform, very nice!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks at the CEO::  Don/CEO: Thank you very much both of you.

Aiker says:
# COM: Rose / CO: So the rumors are stating. A "peace initiative"? What brought this about? Is it merely a public relations campaign after the disaster that was Gamleasia?

Don says:
::Turns to the CEO & CTO:: Both: Welcome gentleman! You must be Hull & Thalataar.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Don:  Oh, Don, the very best for my friend here ::looks over at the CTO:: he deserves the very best

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
AFCO:  Yes, it is a unique style that accentuates your lines.

CO VanArsdale says:
Don: I'm Commander VanArsdale, and this is Commander Enki.

Don says:
::Hands ... all six of them ... in the air:: ALL: And the very best you shall all get. ::Starts handing out the containers which hold their uniforms:: Now go try them on, stat!

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Don:  Why thank you ::looks down at the box, heads over to the fitting room::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  Thank you Lieutenant.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Smile keeps on going:: COM: Aiker: Of a sort, Aiker. The Federation merely wants to make amends with those that may have been ... short-changed in past dealings with us. Gamleasia was a tragedy. Not one that we were essentially directly responsible for, but it was a wake up call.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
COM: Aiker: We are trying to let the galaxy know that we're not barbarians.

Aiker says:
# ::Nods:: COM: Rose / CO: An interesting choice of words, Captain Marsland. You and your crew have been at the forefront of this controversy. Do you feel that people see your crew as murderers?

Don says:
::Hearing the holo-transmission of Aiker's show:: ALL: Just for the record, I feel that you guys are hardly barbarians. You seem perfectly fine to me. What happened at Gamleasia was just a mistake ...

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Closes the door to the fitting room and opens the box containing his new uniform, he tries the new garment on and is amazed at it's fit, feel and look::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::nods:: COM: Aiker: They might.  We're just trying to do our job to reverse that vision of us.

Aiker says:
# COM: Rose / CO: If you don't mind me asking, what exactly happened at Gamleasia? WAS it your fault?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Don:  What do you know about Gamleasia?  ::Raises his eyebrow slightly as he examines the new uniform.::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Smile nearly fades, but keeps it up:: COM: Aiker: Let's not dwell on the past. It's time to look at the future.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Removes his comm badge from his old uniform and attaches it to his new, exits out onto the main floor of Don's Place::

Don says:
CTO: Are you kidding? It's been all over the news for nearly two weeks!

Don says:
CTO: EVERYONE knows about Gamleasia.

Don says:
::Looking him up and down in approval of the uniform:: CTO: And now everyone wants to know about you.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: Not liking the publicity at all.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Don:  Sir, you have done an outstanding piece of tailoring, my compliments again to you! 

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
Don:  I doubt they would find me interesting.  ::Heads off to try out his uniform, grumbling along the way under his breath.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
COM: Aiker: I agree with the Ambassador, but to answer your question . . . no, it wasn't our fault.

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Let them stare and point. In the end it matters not, boss ~~~~

Don says:
::A blush can perhaps be seen through all that fur:: CEO: Why thank you Mr. Hull, and might I say, you just look spiffy in that attire!

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Starts to get into his new uniform.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don: You did wonders with the uniforms.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CTO/CEO: You both look handsome.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Don:  Can you transmit the measurements and specifics to me via subspace, so I can replicate additional uniforms once back aboard ship?

Don says:
AFCO: I do try. I'll be having several variations sent to all your quarters or wherever you're staying while your ship gets refitted so you always have something to wear.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don: Really?  How wonderful.

Aiker says:
# COM: Rose / CO: So noted ... so Captain Marsland. The question a lot of eligible bachelors are now asking ... is there a man in your life?

Don says:
CEO: Replicate? REPLICATE?! Nonsense. I'll have several specially tailored and delivered.

Don says:
CEO: You cannot replicate this quality.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Finishes with his uniform and then exits the fitting room.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks uncomfortable:: COM: Aiker: That's a little personal, isn't it?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Don:  Probably true...several will do nicely!

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Tries to suppress a larger grin::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
COM: Aiker: Now now Aiker, there'll be plenty of time to try to delve into the Hayden crew's personal lives another time, let's focus on the initiative ...

Aiker says:
# ::Laughs:: COM: Rose / CO: Alllll righty then.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::looks at the CTO as he comes out of the fitting room in his new uniform::  CTO:  Jorn, your look very...smart!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Don/CTO/CEO: I have other business to attend to for the moment.  I must take my leave of you.  Perhaps a bite to eat later?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
AFCO:  Look forward to it!

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CEO:  And I don't usually?  ::Raises his eyebrow slightly.::  Don:  I find this uniform to be rather itchy on the inside... not to mention that I think white will clash with the carpets on the Bridge.

Don says:
::Tries not to look hurt:: CTO: ... well I heard they were changing the color scheme of your bridge ... but shhhh ...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Grumbles again and goes back in the change room to get the suit off.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::turns and heads out the shop::

ACTION: Meanwhile, elsewhere in the Fleet Yards ... a shuttle docks, and a team of five men & women exit. They are all clothed in gray suits and wear strange sun glasses. A man in the lead takes them off and looks around, his brilliant blue eyes glimmering in the light ...

ACTION: ... "The Hayden crew is somewhere around here," he says.

ACTION: "Time to take them down."

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