STAR TREK: A CALL TO DUTY
PRESENTS 

USS HAYDEN
“THE BIG TIME”
Part Three

Ship: USS Hayden 
Fleet: Second
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10607.05
Mission Number: 352
Arc: The Big Time
Part: 03

Previously …

The Hayden is undergoing extensive refit in orbit of Deneb V. 

The crew themselves are going through a bit of the same.

While their ship is torn apart and put together from the inside, the Hayden crew find themselves in the public eye. They are overwhelmed as a quite eager Ambassador Emma Rose puts them through interviews, new uniforms, and various other oddities.

Used to a life of exploration and adventure, this sudden change of pace is very unsettling for these Starfleet officers. 

And things aren’t going to be getting easier.

Meanwhile, various forces begin to gather to work against the Hayden crew and their new peace initiative even before it has begun …

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.

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.

John Harness is Ensign Darna Hei Ran - Counselor of the Hayden, the Kaelon Hei Ran has a mysterious past that has more holes in it than answers to fill them. What of this supposed “religious movement” that he participated in? Are the rumors true? What does that mean for his future? Only time will tell.

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

ACTION: Four days have past since the Hayden docked at the Fleet Yards, and began its extreme refit. The crew has undergone a sort of refit in the process.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::walking on the promenade with Wild Fire and feels the eyes as they stare at her::

ACTION: Captain Marsland's interview on the "Aiker Peace & Liberty Hour" has been re-run over and over again on the holoprojectors.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: This is ridiculous and insane.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Resting in an eatery::

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: You're being hunted ~~~~

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::walks by yet another holoprojector with her interview on it and sighs::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: Who and where.~~~

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::sees the AFCO and smiles at her as a "friendly face"::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Is walking down the promenade, hands in pockets and looking at the ground. He tries to ignore the on-lookers.::

CE Ernhardt says:
IO: I think I'd rather be back on the T'Khut...

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::walks over to the Captain:: CO: Sir how are you holding up?

CM White says:
CE: Gamelasia'd almost be better than this.  At least we were doing something worthwhile.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::lets out another sigh:: AFCO: It's been rough, Bri.  How are you?

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: I do not know. Someone's out there though ... ~~~~

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: We are being hunted. ::whispering::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: By whom ::spoken softly::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Enters an eatery being extremely hungry.  He hasn't been able to have a good meal since the entire ordeal started.  He walks over to one of the waitresses and gets a table.::

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Incoming ~~~~

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Wild Fire had picked up on something........:::grabs the captain and floors her and pulls her phaser::

ACTION: Suddenly they are upon the CO & FCO ... dozens of photographers and reporters shouting questions.

ACTION: The cameras go off even more at the sight of the AFCO holding the CO to the ground with phaser drawn.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
CM: Well, at least we're not being hounded like the Hayden crew... or as much.  We know how to keep a low profile.  ::Grins::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
ALL: Either back away or get stunned.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: Stand down, Lieutenant.  They're just photographers!

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::He looks around and sees Commander Enki out in a corner.  He walks over to her.::  IO:  That seems like an unusual position for a Starfleet Officer.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir I am sorry but your life is my number one concern. Reporters or not.  You don't know who is who.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Steps around the reporters:: ALL: And here is Captain Marsland and Lieutenant Rochelle ... ::Briefly blinks at the sight of her with weapon drawn:: ... who is showing off the extensive defensive training that Starfleet employs.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::glares at Wild Fire::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Puts a hand on the AFCO's shoulder and whispers:: AFCO: Calm down, Lieutenant.

CE Ernhardt says:
::Looks up at the CTO from the Hayden::  CTO: Unusual how?

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: What? I told you they were hunting you ... ~~~~

ACTION: Questions fire rapid fire ...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CE:  Usually people rest in their quarters.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: I'm sorry, Ambassador.  But I wish you would handle the hordes of photographers in a more graceful manner.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Enters the same eatery the IO and CTO are in, but doesn't approach them. He takes a seat at a table near the back of the room.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: You could have been more precise, and said reporters or cameras.~~~

CE Ernhardt says:
CTO: People eat, too.  Don't you?

Reporter 1 says:
CO: Captain Marsland, what are your thoughts on current Federation relations with the Skree?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CE:  Indeed they do.  However, it is considered rude to sleep at the table.

Reporter 2 says:
AFCO: Lieutenant Rochelle, is that bird registered?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Reporter 1: We are working on it.

Reporter 3 says:
AFCO: Lieutenant Rochelle, is that bird well taken care of?

Reporter 4 says:
AFCO: Lieutenant Rochelle, what is your relationship with the bird?

Reporter 5 says:
CO: Captain Marsland, there are rumors of a torrid romance between you and Ensign Thalataar, would you care to comment ...

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Orders a Shirley Temple and, once it is delivered, sucks sluggishly on its straw.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::stands up as she sees Bri getting bombarded:: Reporters: Leave my flight officer alone.  That bird is her constant companion and friend.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Reporter 5: No truth to the rumor, sorry.

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Hunting is hunting, boss ~~~~

CE Ernhardt says:
::Looks towards the others, who shrug::  CTO: Sorry, don't know what you're talking about, lil' man.

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: Nice roll though, I was impressed ~~~~

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Hands in the air:: ALL: Now now, everyone. Once again you're overwhelming these fine officers. They have a lot of work to do, in a short amount of time. There's a press conference scheduled for later today. Please ... please, give them some breathing room. ::Smiles::

ACTION: A woman in a gray suit with sunglasses steps amongst the reporters in the rear, watching the situation. Staring intently at the CO.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Raises his eyebrow.::  CE:  Little man?  Did you use up all of your brain cells to think of that comment?  Amuse me and tell me why you are coming aboard the Hayden.

CE Ernhardt says:
CTO: Because I have orders to, Ensign... ::Emphasis on the rank, as he's clearly the least senior officer there::

ACTION: The reporters’ nod, some grumble, some look like they're ready for another bombardment of questions ... but begin to move off. A few of the photographers snap a few photos, and then move off.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CE:  Don't pull rank on me!  This goes beyond rank...  What is your true purpose on the Hayden.  ::Snorts.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::something is still bothering Bri::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Something still doesn't fit right.

CE Ernhardt says:
CTO: None of your business.  ::Turns back to his group::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Glances around the room and sees his Tellarite friend across the room with some unfamiliar looking officers. He stands and walks up behind Jorn, placing one hand on the CTO's shoulder.:: CTO: Hey there, cowboy.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::shakes them off:: AFCO: That was close, what's wrong?

ACTION: The gray suited woman vanishes in the crowd.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Turns around:: CO / AFCO: I'm awfully sorry about that. I was giving them some sound bites, and they saw you two walking ... and well, you know reporters. They'll do ANYTHING for a story. ::Grin::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Turns slightly at the Counselor.::  CNS:  Oh, hello Counselor.  I haven't seen you in days.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir something is still not right I feel something wrong.  Like it doesn't fit right.

CM White says:
::Shakes her head::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::grins back at the ambassador:: Rose: Thank you for getting us out of there.  Now what's this about a press conference?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: It was in what my bird said that made me floor you.  He said hunted.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: I trust your bird, but he does need to be more specific.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
CTO: I've been up to my head in counseling sessions. ::Speaks a little quieter:: Who's that you're talking to?

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Grin fades, crosses arms:: CO: Nothing to worry about. I'll handle it. I know you're "pressed out" after that whole Aiker thing ... AFCO: Is everything all right?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Hunted usually means being hunted by a person or several persons.

Wild Fire says:
::Squawks at Rose:: ~~~~ AFCO: I do not like the Shrubberies one ~~~~

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Ambassador: Thank you I am fine.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: True enough.  Well, they did seem like vultures, didn't they? ::grins::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Jumps at the squawk::

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

Wild Fire says:
::Off he goes::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  These are the new officers that are supposed to come to the Hayden.  ::Growls softly and glares at them.  He then motions to the Commander.::  That's Commander Enki.. They claim they're from PRISM..... Whatever that is.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Ambassador: I am sorry.  Wild Fire is sometimes bothered by large crowds.  ::lying her backside off::

ACTION: A man in a gray suit and sunglasses observes the CNS & CTO from afar, typing a few things into a PADD.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
AFCO: Really? I got the impression he just didn't like me.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Raises a brow, and raises his glass toward the seat which he had left.:: CTO: Will you join me? You can tell me all about it.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Knows they're being talked about, turns with a lovely smile on her face and gives a wave, then turns back around to a round of giggles::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Ambassador: No he is a good bird and companion.  He is not used to hordes of people rushing at us.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks at Bri as if to say "That might be true too”::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::catches the captain's look and nods::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Nods:: AFCO / CO: Well once again, I apologize for that ...

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Happy-hyper again:: AFCO / CO: Now you two, have you started picking out dresses for the gala?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::nods in respect to the Ambassador::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks at the captain:: Ambassador: Gala?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Raises his eyebrow.::  CNS:  Very well...  Aloud:  You are much better company anyways.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks at the Ambassador questioningly, thinking the exact same thing the AFCO just said::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir I protest.  First the uniforms and now a gala?  Sir it is......::can't finish for fear of saying really what she thinks::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Exasperated look as if they should know what she's talking about:: AFCO / CO: Well, of course ... for the re-launch of the Hayden. EVERYONE's going to be there. We'll have Ambassadors, Admirals, a few celebrities ... I heard even a few council members. ::Quite proud:: Everyone wants to be here for this momentous occasion.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Sits down with the CTO, again sipping his little red drink.:: CTO: Now, what's got your snout ruffled? Someone making pig jokes again?

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
AFCO: Don't worry yourself, Lieutenant. It's just for the launch. We'll be back in the nitty gritty in no time!

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: There, there, now Bri.  Calm down.  Your protest is noted.  And yes, it is a bit much.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir a word?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Rose: Would you excuse us, Ambassador?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Sits down with the Counselor.::  CNS:  I have a bad feeling about them.

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Nods:: CO: Of course, Captain. ::Walks off to look in a store window::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
CTO: You have a bad feeling about everyone ::Waves his hand as if to brush away the matter.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::watches until the Ambassador is out of earshot:: AFCO: What's wrong, Bri?

ACTION: The man in the gray suit and sunglasses sits down at a table near the CNS / CTO, still typing on his PADD.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Don't you think it's a little... strange that we are getting specialized officers for this new mission we are on?  It's like we're not good enough.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir this is completely unsafe and unwarranted.  We for some reason are in the limelight as you so put it but there is something more going on here than meets the eye.  I have seen certain people in well gray suits and sunglasses.  I am very observant and I believe for your safety as will as the crews.  Something is wrong.

Wild Fire says:
::Lands on one of the upper scaffoldings ... briefly considers relieving himself on the Ambassador, but decides against it. Who knows how Brianna will punish him::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: Gray suits and sunglasses?  Where?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: I saw one among the reporters as they stood there looking at us and she disappeared.  A well known intelligence trait.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Shakes his head.:: CTO: It means we're not specialized enough. You know things, I know things, and they know other things. It doesn't seem so strange to me. But what is this CRYSTAL thing you're talking about?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Are you even listening to me?  I haven't talked about anything made out of crystal.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::nods:: AFCO: See what you can find out about them.  But don't call attention to your search.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir I am not paranoid I am just being cautious about the crew you and the Hayden.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Understood sir.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: I know that, Bri. Go to it.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Shakes his head quickly and snaps his finger several time.:: CTO: Not crystal... Prismatic? PRISM? Whatever you said.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
CTO: No need to get snippety.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::signals for Wild Fire to come::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I heard the Captain talking with Enki.. She mentioned something about PRISM.  I've never heard of it before.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
~~~Wild Fire: Now down we have work to do.~~~

Wild Fire says:
::Glides down to the AFCO::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: I thought I'd get something to eat, care to join me before you begin working?

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Nods.:: CTO: Now I admit that is a little creepy. An organization... a group... something... that we know nothing about. That is, unless they're going to tell us and haven't gotten around to it yet. We're not exactly the top rung yet, you know?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Wild Fire: We have a job to do.  I need to find out about these people in the grey suits and sunglasses.  They are very suspicious.

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: It's possible you're very paranoid, boss ~~~~

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  If they want things done right on the ship.. They should include all of us in special discussions.  ::Crosses his arms over his chest.:

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Shrugs.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Wild Fire: No I am not paranoid!

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I don't like being kept in the dark.

Wild Fire says:
::If a bird could shrug::

Host Ambassador_Rose says:
::Still whistling and looking through store windows::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Glances over at the group again, and sees the man in the grey suit for the first time, but doesn't take any special notice of him.:: CTO: Me either, but sometimes that's how these things work.

CO VanArsdale says:
::Walks into the eatery, and comes to sit with the rest of his team::  IO: Anything exciting going on yet?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: See you later sir for the gala.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: So you don't want to join me to eat?

ACTION: The man in the gray suit raises his PADD, which glimmers for a moment, then lowers it.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Well if they get in my way there is going to be some trouble.  Especially Enki.  She's hiding something.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Smiles and glances over towards the CNS and CTO:: CO: Seems we've already upset the local security force.  You know how they are.

CO VanArsdale says:
::Rubs his forehead::  IO/CE/CM: Why can't I leave you people alone at all?  ::Looks around::  Guess the rest of the team is still off somewhere.

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::A rather troubled looking man steps up beside the table where the PRISM officers are seated:: CO: VanArsdale.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Well if you insist sir I will go along.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Wild Fire: Behave your self.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: It's not an insistence; it was an offer, Bri.

CO VanArsdale says:
::Looks up from the table and his eyes narrow::  Marshall: Marshall.....

Host Zachary Marshall says:
VanArsdale: It's been a while.

Wild Fire says:
~~~~ AFCO: I'm being perfectly -- ~~~~ ::Is cut off, and suddenly drops off the AFCO's shoulder to the ground, unconscious::

CO VanArsdale says:
Marshall: Too bad.  I was hoping it'd be another couple... centuries... before I smelled your stench again.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Out loud: What the hell ::kneels down and picks up her companion in her arms::

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::Light smile:: VanArsdale: Alas, such is life.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks down at the bird:: AFCO: Is he okay?

Host Zachary Marshall says:
VanArsdale: So why am I not surprised they have you involved in this ... ridiculous operation.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: I have no idea.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: I have to get him to the infirmary and quick.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: Go ahead.  I'll go get something to eat myself.  Take care of the bird.

ACTION: Various people walk past the CO / AFCO ... the woman in the gray suit and sunglasses is watching from across the hall.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Gone sir.  ::takes off racing for the infirmary::

CO VanArsdale says:
::Shrugs::  Marshall: Because it makes things more fun?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::walks away to an eatery shaking her head:: Self: Such strange things going on here.

ACTION: The woman watches the AFCO run away with her bird, makes a note on her PADD.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Nods.:: CTO: Just don't do anything you'll regret later. Remember what I said, sometimes we're left in the dark for a reason... Why don't you have something to drink? It'll do you some good.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::rushes into the infirmary and picks up a med tricorder and sets it for her companion’s settings and scans him:

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::Crosses arms:: VanArsdale: I was going to go with that you're washed up to the point that this is all PRISM Team Two could be assigned to ...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I actually came here to get some food.  I haven't eaten in a while.   ::Sighs softly.::  I get a little... upset when I am not fed.

CO VanArsdale says:
Marshall: Sure, you could.  And pigs fly.

ACTION: Some of the medical officers stare in surprise as the AFCO rushes in and snatches up the tricorder. A Doctor asks - "Are you okay?"

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Doctor: I am find but my companion is not.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::continues to scan::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Grins, taking a long sip of his drink.:: CTO: "Fed"? People need to feed you? You really are an animal, aren't you!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Out loud: Damn it I knew something was going on.  He has a sedative in his system but how it got there I don't know.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  No I didn't mean it like that..  ::Chuckles softly.::  I just need food.  ::Motions for the waitress.::

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::Leans forward:: VanArsdale: This isn't going to work you know. This whole ... peace initiative, is going to backfire. And when the Hayden crew goes down ... I'm going to make sure you and your little ... ::Looks at Enki:: ... paramilitaries, go down with them.

ACTION: The Doctor steps in to look at Wild Fire, but jumps back as the AFCO loudly announces her thoughts.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::begins to look for an entry point some where on his skin something that looks like a dart or something::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::sits down at a table at the eatery hoping to get service::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Snorts at this.. person::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Notices the creepy man in the grey suit and furrows his brows, noticing the particular attention he is paying to the two officers.:: CTO: Riight... ::Looks occupied.::

CO VanArsdale says:
::Holds an arm out to keep her in place::  Marshall: Fine, try.  You'll never succeed.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  What is wrong?

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::Looks over at the CO arriving:: VanArsdale: Hmph ... and with that woman leading the charge, it's a wonder if you'll make it out of dry dock.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Doctor: Sorry for shouting but he is an extension of me.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Waits for the waitress.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::continues to look for the entry point::

ACTION: The Doctor raises an eyebrow - "An extension?"

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Doctor: It is a long and complicated story and a classified one as well.

ACTION: The medical staff gives the AFCO a look as if she were crazy.
CO VanArsdale says:
 ::Shrugs and looks off::  Marshall: Not my problem.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Shakes his head.:: CTO: That man over there is looking at us oddly; then again, lots of people have been doing that recently.

Host Zachary Marshall says:
VanArsdale: It's going to be. The Council considers this a ... temporary operation. They don't really expect it to work, and are making considerations to ensure they're not harmed by the fall out.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Oddly in which way?  ::Looks concerned and takes a peek at the grey-suited man.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: Damn no entry point.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Shrugs.:: CTO: Just... oddly. Like we're celebrities or something.

CO VanArsdale says:
Marshall: Again... I don't care.

ACTION: The gray suited man could be making eye contact. But it's hard to tell with the sun glasses on.

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::Laughs, and claps hands together:: VanArsdale: Wonderful!

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I could make him go away.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::wonders what the blazes Wild Fire ate::

Host Zachary Marshall says:
::Hands clasped together, his two index fingers extend and point at VanArsdale:: VanArsdale: That makes things so much easier.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Grins, looking at Jorn.:: CTO: Oh yes, be my knight in shining armor. Make the strange man go away, my prince! ::Is obviously being sarcastic.:: Leave him alone, he's not bothering anybody... just looking odd.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::walks over to a replicator and orders up a sandwich and a stiff drink::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I could maybe at least find out what it is he's got on his PADD.

CO VanArsdale says:
Marshall: Whatever.  Have a good day, don't let the door hit you on the way out.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::taps her commbadge:: *CO*: Sir it was a sedative.  It had to have been ingested.

ACTION: As if noting the sudden interest in him, the man in gray abruptly stands up, and moves to exit the eatery.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::takes her meal and sits back down::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
CTO: Remind me to evaluate you for paranoia when we get back to the ship. Not everyone is a security risk. ::Pauses.:: And don't give me the "everyone is a potential hazard" talk either, Mister.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
CTO: Besides, he's leaving anyway.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*AFCO*: I'm sorry to hear that.  What did medical say?

Host Zachary Marshall says:
VanArsdale: It gets better by the moment, VanArsdale. ::Ominously:: Until we meet again.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
*CO*: Not Medical I do my own veterinary work on my bird.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Yes I see that.  Hopefully we don't see him again.  ::Sighs.::  I'm going to get something to eat.  I'll be right back.  ::Gets up and walks over to the replicator where he orders some Matopin Rock Fungi.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
*CO*: Sir he ingested it.  It was in his food.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::now getting a bit frustrated::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*AFCO*: Okay fair enough.  Go ahead and investigate it yourself, but be careful.  I don't know what's going on either.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
*CO*: Understood.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::He grabs the plate and then returns to where the Counselor is sitting.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::tries to remember where and what he ate last::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Speaks in a grandiose fashion.:: CTO: I bet he's going home to tell his kids about how he saw the handsome, famous Hayden officers.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::sits down with her food after talking to the  AFCO:: Self: This is getting dangerous.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::begins eating her sandwich::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Perhaps.  ::Picks at his food a bit and takes a bit to taste it.::  Mmmmm

CO VanArsdale says:
::Now that he's gone::  All: Well.. that was fun.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: Friend of yours?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::breaks her brains:: Self: FOOD!!!!!!

CO VanArsdale says:
IO: .... long story.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Leans over, a bit more serious.:: CTO: How's life since our little Holodeck visit? Are things better in... that respect?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I suppose.. I haven't had much time to think about her.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::looks around to see what she can find out herself::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: The Food is ........Oh my god the captain...........

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Self: Wait a sec Bri.  Why would they take out Wild Fire unless.........::now pulls her phaser and opens her mind and explores what she senses::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::continues eating, noting all that are around her::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::frowns:: CTO: Well, as long as it isn't bothering you to death anymore...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Nods and nibbles on his food a bit.::

ACTION: The Doctor & nurses get nervous as the AFCO draws her phaser.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Doctor: No it is not meant for you to be scared it is a protective measure for the bird.  Go about your normal work.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Doctor: I must stay here to guard him.

ACTION: They all stare at her.

Doctor says:
AFCO: From ... what?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
Doctor: From who ever tainted his seed.  He is sedated but by what I don't know.  I need you to determine that for me. Please.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Just sit and looks pensively for a moment, with almost a look of worry on his face.::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Where do you think we'll be headed to first?

ACTION: The medical staff look and shrug at each other ... and figuring the day is slow, set to work to figure this out.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::finishes her food and walks out of the eatery, again noting who was there, and begins to go to the infirmary to check on Wild Fire::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Grins.:: CTO: I don't know, Starfleet could stand a trip to Kaelon. They're still on pretty shaky terms, and I could use some good home cooking.

ACTION: As the Captain exits, she finds herself face first with two men and a woman in gray suits and sunglasses - "Captain Marsland, we need to speak with you."

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