STAR TREK: A CALL TO DUTY
PRESENTS 

USS HAYDEN
ATONEMENT
Part Two

Ship: USS Hayden 
Fleet: Second
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10608.16
Mission Number: 356
Arc: Atonement
Part: 02

Previously …

The Hayden has begun its peace initiative.

The first stop on their journey of redemption for the Federation? The last world in the Alpha Quadrant to suffer horrors similar to Gamleasia … Cardassia.

At the end of the Dominion War, the Cardassians suffered at the hands of the brutal Jem’Hadar. In the aftermath, most of Cardassian space was divvied up amongst the Federation, the Klingon Empire and the Romulan Empire for occupation. 

Nearly 10 years has past, and while the Federation has gradually begun to cede control of Cardassian territory to its inhabitants. Now the Cardassians want full control so they can have a chance to prove themselves to the Alpha Quadrant. To make up for their mistakes.

The Hayden has come to work with representatives from the Cardassians, the Klingons, and the Romulans in hopes of establishing a gradual withdrawal plan … 

Meanwhile, Doctor Knight-Sky is investigating a mysterious illness amongst a family on the ship.  

Dramatis Personae

Amber H. is Lieutenant Commander Aria Sho-tak, M.D. – Executive Officer of the Hayden, the Vulcan / Bajoran Sho-Tak has served as a healer most of her life. Her strength and determination in ensuring that whatever crew she has served with is intact has given her great insight into how this Universe works, and gives her great power as a leader.

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.

Karriaunna Scotti is Lieutenant Commander Sierra Knight-Sky – Chief Medical Officer of the Hayden, the Vulcan / Human Knight-Sky has led a life fraught with wonder and adventure. Since her childhood dalliances into mystical wonderlands (whether they were really of her imagination or reality remains to be seen) to a present day romance which may or may not have been encouraged by members of the Q Continuum, this telepathic mother is dedicated to her crew, and husband, the FCO of the Hayden himself.

Trevor Howard is Lieutenant Othello Quinn Knight – Chief Science Officer of the Hayden, the Terran Knight has served here since his graduation from Starfleet Academy over six years ago. He is perhaps more familiar with this Intrepid Class starship that has come to be his home than any other … and uses his insatiable curiosity and ingenuity as a science officer to guard it at all times.

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 Operations 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 Fire” who guides and amplifies her already impressive psionic abilities.

Jean-Pierre Bernard is Ensign Jorn Thalataar – Chief Tactical Officer of the Hayden, 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.

Michael Jones is Ambassador Emma Rose – The human woman known as Emma Rose is young for an Ambassador, but has the determination to show why she has the appointment. Formerly appointed to some backwater world, she has brought herself to the forefront of intergalactic politics by spearheading this Federation peace initiative that she has brought the Hayden crew into. Although unbearably cheerful at times, her determination to see this succeed may do more harm than good in the end.

AND INTRODUCING

Jim Koeller as Commander Ethan Knight – The Betazoid Knight is the Flight Control Officer of the Hayden – but he wasn’t always. Previously, he was Commanding Officer of the USS Huron … a command he left for various reasons. He is currently married to another new arrival on the Hayden – the ship’s Doctor, Sierra Knight-Sky. 

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

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::double checking the power allotments to the ships systems::

ACTION: The Romulan Warbird's weapons fire just barely misses the shuttles. It was a warning shot.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::in his quarters, he gets up and starts to put on a uniform::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Is on Cardassia in Representative Dakac's building waiting for things to get underway.::

Moohlack says:
@:: Marching towards the Cardassian Complex with a rather large group of his party chanting and yelling ""Free Cardassia""::

XO Lt. Cmdr. Aria MD says:
::Narrows eyes:: OPS: Get the Warbird on comm., now!

TO Sellenar says:
 ::At tactical on the Bridge monitoring the movements of the Romulan Ship and the Cardassian Shuttle.::

ACTION: The Cardassian shuttles get the point and leave the area.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Romulan Warbird: This is USS Hayden: Please respond.

Commander_Lenai says:
@ ::gestures, summoning a pair of legionnaires to accompany her through Dakac's manse toward the ornate study::

Host Dakac says:
@ ALL: I would like to thank you all for making this effort to come here and help us.

XO Lt. Cmdr Aria MD says:
 ::Crosses arms::

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Oh Doctor, I'm feeling much better today.  May I please be cleared for duty?

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir No response.

General_Hanok says:
@::heads toward the study at a brisk, yet confident pace, 2 heavily muscled and armed men accompanying him::

Moohlack says:
@All:: Do we need the war monger races of Romulus and Klingon on our soil? I say NO!!..Do we need our way of life taken from us in an array of phaser fire and disrupter blasts ? I say No !

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Frowns as Marianne Harlan coughs again.::

XO Lt. Cmdr. Aria MD says:
::Remains silent for a moment:: Sellenar: Are the Romulans showing signs of pursuit?

TO Sellenar says:
::Checks the sensors.::  XO:  No Commander.

Marianne Harlan says:
CMO: You're new here, Doctor ... Sky, was it? I heard your name was Doctor Knight ...

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: The frown eases as she hears her husband’s voice.  She turns away from Marianne:: *FCO*:  That depends...

Commander_Lenai says:
@ ::marches through the building as if she owns the place, lifting a long-fingered hand to adjust the ceremonial shawl denoting her house and her station::

Moohlack says:
@ALL:: Freedom for Cardassia...Freedom for Cardassia....pointy ears go home

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::sighs::  *CMO*:  Depends on what Dr. Knight?

General_Hanok says:
@::stares daggers at the Romulan ahead of him as they near the study::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Dakac:  I cannot speak for everyone here.. But I believe the Federation does agree that Cardassia can stand on its own now after all this time.

ACTION: The CO nods in agreement with the CTO.

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Smiles at Thalataar's statement::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Turns to look at Marianne::  Harlan: Yes...  that is true.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*FCO*: On what you are going to do with your son.  I take it he is still asleep?

Moohlack says:
@ALL: As we speak the War Mongers are firing on our comrades above our home land...As we speak they wish to take away our freedom...Our way of life....And who stands with them ...The Federation.....Yes those who proclaim they come in peace....

Host Dakac says:
@ CTO: Well hopefully we can convince the representatives from Romulus and Qo’nos of the same.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::maintains her watch on the power allotment and usage::

Marianne Harlan says:
::Looks confused:: CMO: So ... wait ... what is it ... are you Doctor Knight or Doctor Sky?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Dakac:  Yes though I suspect that they may be slightly less giving as the Federation is.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Peace how convenient, Peace that comes from standing back and watching death

Commander_Lenai says:
@ ::waits while the legionnaires open the doors for her, turning at the sound of the heavy boots coming up behind her:: Hanok: Greetings, General. Are you ready to do battle with our esteemed allies again? ::none of the smile on her lips reaches her eyes::

Captain M’terg says:
# COM: Hayden: Commander ... as usual, the Romulans are taking the hard stance against the Cardassian miscreants.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: A touch of humor in her eyes.::  Harlan: Doctor Knight-Sky.  I must admit I am more used to being called Sky, though my husband would have something to say about that.

Moohlack says:
@:: Closes in on the Cardassian Complex::

Marianne Harlan says:
::Deadpan:: CMO: No really, what's your name.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Answer from Captain M'terg.

General_Hanok says:
@::stops a few paces from the doors, a snarl on his lips:: Lenai: Always. Let's get this over with, shall we? ::is, clearly, not buying the smile::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
COM: M'terg: And I would appreciate you keeping your distance Captain.

TO Sellenar says:
::Keeps an eye on the activity around the planet.::

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Turns at the sound of the doors opening:: ALL: Ah, I see the other representatives have arrived.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
*CMO*:  I believe Crystal should be settled in.  It's about time she earned her keep!  ::grins::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Get me the Romulans.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: I say death to Romulans ...Death to Klingons...For that is the only language they understand....

ACTION: The AT can hear a chanting in the distance outside the building.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: I will try again sir.

Commander_Lenai says:
@ ::nods to the legionnaires s they open the doors and move to stand beside them:: Hanok: After you, General.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*FCO*: So you have decided to pay her double duty huh?  You get to tell her the good news.  Last I saw, she was buried in the hydroponics lab.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
FCO: Prepare a course to move us into the line of fire if need be.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Turns to see the Romulan and Klingon representative and can't help but hear some faint chanting seemingly from a distance.::

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Romulan Warbird: This is USS Hayden: Please respond immediately.

General_Hanok says:
@::doesn't even bother to wait for permission, as he and his men push past and claim a chair for himself while the guards stand just slightly out of the way::

AFCO Arhnold says:
XO: Aye, ma'am.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*CMO*:  Doctor have you gotten any information on the Cardassian shuttle and its crew’s needs?

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Freedom for Cardassia...Freedom for all Cardassians......We must chase the War Mongers from our universe........NO More Klingons ....No more Romulans.....

ACTION: The Romulan Warbird re-cloaks.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Walks back over to Marianne and hunkers down to her eye level.::  Harlan: I am Doctor Knight-Sky.  Tell me, how do you feel?

TO Sellenar says:
XO:  Commander, the Romulan Ship has cloaked.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Warbird recloaking sir.

Marianne Harlan says:
CMO: Er ... sounds like you have another comm. ... ::Gestures to the XO's comm.::

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
*Crystal*:  I hate to have to pull you away, but is there a chance you can look after Braeden?  I've got to get back to duty.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: slightly frustrated, stands and moves away so Harlan cannot hear.:: *XO*: I cannot say I have.  I am current with a woman and her child.  Both have symptoms of rare diseases that neither should have... as far as I can tell at the moment.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Sellenar: Track that Romulan vessel as best as possible.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: While they negotiate for withdrawal they fire on our ships....Is that withdrawal...I say NO !!....They circle our planet with their war ships waiting to strike us....while cloaked from our sight.....I say NO MORE !!

Crystal says:
* FCO*:  Your wish is my command.  I'm on my way!

TO Ens Sellenar says:
::Nods and begins measures to detect the cloaked Romulan Ship and its course.::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@:: She and VanArsdale have been sitting quietly, listening to the sounds and voices ::

Commander_Lenai says:
@ ::follows, unwilling to let a Klingon at her back, despite how long ago their alliance had crumbled:: ::enters the room in a flourish and chooses a seat::

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Stands:: Hanok / Lenai: General Hanok, Commander Lenai. I am Ambassador Emma Rose. This is Captain Marsland, Commander VanArsdale, Commander Enki, and Ensign Thalataar. ::Gestures::

ACTION: The chanting the AT hears gets louder.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::finishes putting on his uniform and tugs down on his tunic::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Nods at the other representatives and can't help but seem rather distracted by the chanting.  He glances over to Commander Enki.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Is it logical to assume that the Romulans are not responding to our communication?

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Walks to the window:: Ah, I see the Free Cardassia Party chose to march today ... they must have known about this meeting.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir they is not responding.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Our brothers and sisters who have fought for our freedom in our past shall not have died in vain.....We must rebel against the War Mongers and defeat them like the dogs they are !

Marianne Harlan says:
::Waits for the CMO to come back within ear shot::

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: This is twice I have commed them and gotten no response and they have recloaked.

General_Hanok says:
@::directs his hard gaze at each in turn as the ambassador points them out, the irritation growing more and more evident:: Dakac: Pity you let them get that far.

ACTION: Dozens upon dozens of Cardassian activists crowd the streets, holding controls for hovering and glowing banners written in Cardassian and Romulan and Klingon. All saying the same thing - "FREE CARDASSIA!" Children laugh and run alongside with their reptilian pets as they approach the Main Complex.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*CMO*: Understood Doctor.  Place them in quarantine until you can get it figured out.  I would be pleased to assist you as soon as I am able if you so desire.

Host Dakac says:
@ Hanok: They have a right to express themselves, General.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@Dakac: I apologize for the ignorance, but who are those people?  What is their main political issue?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Is growing more and more uneasy with the increase in loudness of the chanting.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Alright then, would it be logical for the Romulans to hear what I have to say if you opened a channel?

Host Dakac says:
@ IO: The freedom of Cardassia from foreign influence, Commander. We wish to make up for our mistakes of past. And it is easier for us to do without ... ::Looks at the Romulans & Klingons:: ... chaperones.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: We must show the War Mongers that we will not bow nor beg ...We must show them Cardassia is free and strong and willing to fight to preserve our way of life !

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir they are receiving just not answering.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Channel open sir.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*XO*: Cross is already working on that.  You have your hands full at the moment... I have things covered here.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::walks into his son's bedroom, looks down at him and bends down to give him a gentle kiss on the forehead::

Commander_Lenai says:
@::crosses her legs as she sits in there:: Dakac: Yet their very presence only steels the necessity for our chaperoning.

TO Sellenar says:
 ::Continues to try to locate the Romulans.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Closes the COMM with the CMO.::

Moohlack says:
@:: The group gathers outside the Cardassian Complex with new arrivals coming to join them ::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~FCO: You really sure you want to wake him?~~~~

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@Dakac: Without the Alliance, you mean?

Host Dakac says:
@ Lenai: What does that mean.

General_Hanok says:
@::mutters something under his breath and glaring coldly across the table:: Dakac: I may regret this in the morning, but I agree with her. ::jabs a finger at the Romulan::

Moohlack says:
@:: Raises a small Micro bull horn and begins to speak::

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
~~~CMO:  Crystal should be here any second.  I won't have to wake him.~~~

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Gives the CO a concerned look. She looks sort of pale ... under the weather::

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir I can sense them out there but can not pinpoint them.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
COM: Romulans:  In the interest of peaceful and successful negotiations for the safety and security of this system.  We respectfully request that you maintain a standard orbit while your delegates are on the planet uncloaked.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Moves back to Marianne:: Marianne:  My apologies about that.  Now... back to some gathering some data.  I need you to tell me where you and your daughter have been the past ohhh... 3 months.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Motions to the OPS to cut the COMM.::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Lenai, Hanok:  Cardassia will need to learn to fend for itself.  The people of this planet need to regain trust amongst each other and the ruling body.  With all three of our powers still here that isn't possible.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::cuts the come immediately:: XO: COM cut sir.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Has the Away Team checked in recently?

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Klingons/Romulans...We will not bow to your ignorance....Nor will we wallow in you War Mongering theology....We are Cardassians therefore we are Cardassia....leave now and never return !

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Not recently sir.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ FCO: You are just lucky you were able to talk her into coming with you.  I wish we could have done the same with Dylan.  As your doctor, keep your duty light... do not do anything overly stressful.::~~~~~

ACTION: The Romulan Warbird decloaks near the Hayden. They do not respond however.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::heads to his door and as it opens, he nearly walks right into Crystal::  Crystal:  Thank you for coming on such short notice.  You, I and Sierra will need to sit down and figure out a schedule.  Sorry that I can't stay, but I'm itching to get back to duty.  Braeden is asleep.

TO Sellenar says:
XO:  Commander, the Warbird has decloaked once again.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Romulan Warbird decloaked near us but no response sir.

Commander_Lenai says:
@ Dakac: This unrest is represented by the... citizens, outside. ::focuses intently on him:: How can you believe otherwise? Your fledgling civilization is unsettled and in chaos. To leave you to your own devices would be uncharitable.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
~~~CMO:  Yes Dear.  I too miss Dylan.  Stressful?  Me?~~~

Marianne Harlan says:
::Stands up and begins to pace:: CMO: Let me think ... let me think ...

Host Dakac says:
@ Lenai: Like you people believe in charity!

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Sellenar: While maintaining active sensors of this area, please review the 5km of the surrounding AT location for safety and report anything out of place or disturbing.

Crystal says:
 ::salutes::  FCO:  Aye, aye sir!  ::smiles::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: If the Federation is truly here to assist us...where are their representatives....Why will they not speak with us....Fear...I say Fear is why...They know we will not bow to them as well

TO Sellenar says:
 ::Checks sensors.::  XO:  I am detecting a large group of people outside the location of the talks.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*FCO*:  Cmdr Knight please report to the bridge.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Leaves the rhetorical comment hanging as she records what Marianne is telling her.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Sellenar: Describe.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
*XO*:  On my way now.  ::steps into the TL and requests the bridge::

General_Hanok says:
@Dakac: You hear? Without our supervision, things like... that... ::clearly doesn't care one iota for the crowd outside:: will be dictating your policies.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: And they fear the War Mongers....They fear our strength...they fear their power....We are on our own Cardassia.....And we must Stand on our own...!

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Dakac, Lenai:  This bickering will get us nowhere!  We are here to speak of the withdrawal of our forces!

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Notes the Captain is about to speak, but enjoying Thalataar’s sudden ... investment. She puts a hand on the CO's hand, shaking her head::

Commander_Lenai says:
@::glances to the side:: CTO: Calm yourself, pup.

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Crosses arms:: Hanok / Lenai: Mr. Thalataar has a point. We should discuss this as ... mature ... honorable people. 

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::steps out onto the bridge, heads to his station, nods and relieves the AFCO::

TO Sellenar says:
 ::Raises her eyebrow.::  XO:  It appears to be civilians.  ::Tries to get a better reading.::  They haven't done anything that could be considered hostile yet.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Commander Knight reporting for duty.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As Marianne speaks, she moves to look in on her daughter.::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Shout loud brothers and sisters of Cardassia...We will not go quietly into the night......Independence for Cardassia......

Marianne Harlan says:
::Shakes her head:: CMO: We've been on the Hayden the whole time. We went down to Deneb last month ... but that's it ... ::Tries to think of other stuff::

ACTION: Evelyn Harlan is sleeping not-so-soundly in her bed ... she coughs and rolls over.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
FCO: Take your station Commander we are having a busy morning.

General_Hanok says:
@::snorts derisively at the word 'honorable', eyes lingering a little longer than they should on Lenai::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: And where is our leadership? Do they collaborate with the War Mongers or do they bow to the Federation negotiators.....Come out and speak....where are you ?

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::looks down at his console and makes some adjustments::  XO:  Aye, an interesting one at that.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Snarls a bit at the Romulan.::  Reps:  The Alliance has stood on Cardassia for many years since the end of the war.  We have aided the Cardassians in any shape and form necessary.  These people need a chance to breathe on their own.  Perhaps there will be internal conflicts.  But as a people, the Cardassians need to grow and find themselves again

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Sellenar: Protestors?

TO Sellenar says:
XO:  It does appear so Commander.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Concerned, moves over to the child and gently lays a hand along her forehead::  Marianne: Any unusual gifts, fresh fruits?

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
FCO: Glad to see you Cmdr Knight. I am Lt. Brianna Rochelle temp OPS.

Marianne Harlan says:
::Comes in, and leans against the doorframe, shaking her head:: CMO: No.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@:: Tries not to outwardly sigh at the 'diplomacy' of the CTO ::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks up, worry in her eyes:: Harlan:  Think very carefully... anything out of the ordinary that the two of you have done?  Anything at all...

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::turns and looks behind him::  OPS:  Pleasure to meet you Lt. Rochelle.  ::turns back to his console::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Work with the CNS to filter communication signals coming from the planet specifically the area where our AT is.

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Sighs and leans against his desk:: Lenai: We can prove ourselves. You have no faith in us.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: See it is as I told you....Cardassia is under the rule of Romulus and Klingon.....No More I say....We must Govern ourselves....The stellar invaders must be driven back......NO MORE WAR MONGERS

Marianne Harlan says:
::Almost tears in her eyes, thinking::

ACTION: The lights flicker on the bridge momentarily.

Commander_Lenai says:
@ ::studiously ignores Thalataar:: Dakac: What have you done to inspire it? We meet now to decide on the fate of your people's freedom and those very same people disrupt these proceedings.

Moohlack says:
@:: Begins a chant :: ALL: No More War Mongers....No More War Mongers  !

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Slips soundlessly onto the bridge from the turbolift.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*Engineering*: Please report.  We have had a momentarily lapse of light.

General_Hanok says:
@Dakac: They do exactly what will *not* inspire confidence in the empire of your self-sufficiency.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Shall I maintain our position?

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir I need a private moment please.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Reps:  They are expressing a voice.  They are enjoying their right for freedom.

Technician Goerin says:
*XO* Vhat? Again? Ve are looking into it, Commander.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Scooping the child up into her arms.::  Harlan: I do not want to worry you, but neither will I lie.  Something is not right here.  I am going to take you and your daughter to a place prepared in sickbay where you can rest and I can do some tests while you write down anything that comes to mind.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Approaches the XO, noticing the FCO for the first time.:: XO: Commander, is there anything I can do at the moment?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Refrains from making any comments about how Romulan society is run.::

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::patiently waiting for the XO's answer::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
FCO: Standard orbit along in between the Cardassian demonstrating shuttles and the Romulans and the Klingon's.

CO  VanArsdale says:
@ ::Has been staring at the Romulan for some time... thinking::

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir I hate to interrupt sir but I need a personal moment.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: In a moment.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Cardassia was once a prominent figure in the Galaxy...Now we are considered Dogs at the beacon call of the Romulans and Klingons. Are we now to be the puppets of the Federation? What are we ....I will tell you if you do not know...We are Cardassians

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Aye Commander.

Marianne Harlan says:
::Takes a deep breath:: CMO: O-ok.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Balancing the child, she reaches to tap her combadge::  *Cross*: Three to beam to quarantine.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CNS: Counselor.  Monitor the communications from the planet and analyze them for any potential threat to our AT on the surface.

ACTION: The CMO, Marianne & Evelyn Harlan are beamed into the emergency medical quarantine section of Sickbay.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Approach.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir I need a private moment alone sir.

Commander-Lenai says:
@ ::sits as calmly still as when she came in, reading the faces and intents of the people in the room, lingering on one in particular:: IO: You seem to have little to offer... ::notes the rank:: Commander. Do you care little for the Cardassians? Have you been here before? ::narrows her eyes::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: We are Cardassians.....A strong vibrant people...Rich in Heritage and culture...We know how to love and we also know how to FIGHT !

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: I am receiving a comm from a contact I have on Cardassia.

ACTION: The chanting gets louder. The people more unified.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::taps his console and keeps them in position::

ACTION: The ship shudders for a moment.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@Lenai: I have not been on Cardassian soil before, no, Commander.  I care for all races and beings.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::Moves to a science station at the back of the bridge and begins monitoring communications.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Put it on.

General_Hanok says:
@::trails his eyes to the silent CO, then to the CTO:: CTO: You appear to be rather... passionate about this. I like that.

Moohlack says:
@:: Looks at the crowd getting larger....points to the new people....::

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
Self:  Now what?  ::notices a small course shift::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Yes fellow Cardassians Gather let your voices be heard

ACTION: A group of Klingons stand guard outside ... they look uneasy at so many Cardassians unified.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Hanok:  It is in the Federation's best interests.  And I serve the Federation.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: This is Bri Rochelle: Go ahead T'Laraius what have you got for me?

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Glances over his shoulder for a second, taking a longer at the new FCO. He thinks: "Interesting," raising a quisitive brow.::

T’Laraius says:
@ COM: Hayden - OPS: Brianna ... it has been a long time. Are you alone?

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Commander, I'm running some diagnostics now, but there appears to be some sort of glitch in navigation.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Not at the moment. Why what has happened and it has been a long time.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::can sense the CNS' stare and smiles to himself::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Gives the FCO a look that says, get it fixed.::

Commander-Lenai says:
@ ::smiles, again with no humor in her eyes:: IO: A political answer. I approve. ::eyes linger on the unusual expression on the woman's face, and others that catch her interest, before turning back to the issue at hand:: Dakac: Listen to the roaring outside. Does that sound peaceful? How long until it calls for blood?

T’Laraius says:
@ COM: Hayden - OPS: I need to see you in person. Soon. I have information pertaining to this ... conference that is integral. But I will only give it to you.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@Lenai: If I hear them correctly, they wish the "war mongers" off their world... it would not be in their interest to create conflict to remove conflict.

OPS_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir I have to meet him in person.  He is my most secure contact.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
COM: T'Laraius: Are the diplomatic teams in danger?

General_Hanok says:
@CTO: And what of them after? They demand freedom now, but when their demands are met, what prevents them from demanding to reclaim what was taken from them in battle?

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO: Understood.  ::continues going through the diagnostics::

T’Laraius says:
@ ::Blatantly ignores the XO:: COM: Hayden - OPS: I will only speak to you, Brianna.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Calls Cross in to join her in making their two guests comfortable before she begins the barrage of tests.::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Do you want a Free Cardassia ? I do...Do you want to be ruled and chained by Romulus and Klingon....Say NO say it loud....

General_Hanok says:
@CTO: Would you allow these... ::glares coolly at Kaldac:: people... to start another war?

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Continues monitoring the communications, but is frustrated that he is not there in person. It's so much easier to "read" people in person!::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
Sellenar: Arrange to have the OPS Friend beamed aboard.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Free Cardassia....Free Cardassia....Free Cardassia

Commander-Lenai says:
@ ::shifts tactics:: Hanok: What would prevent others from taking from the Cardassians what they feel they themselves have lost? Cardassia has always sported more enemies than friends. Already the Orion syndicate and free firing pirate bands begin to prey on their borders and the lifeblood of their shipments.

ACTION: Something goes wrong on the surface. The Klingon guards engage in a brawl with some demonstrators. Despite their weapons, they are outnumbered ... blood is spilled quickly. The Klingons are "torn apart."

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Hanok:  That falls within the laps of their government and how they will deal with such a thing.  ::Glances over to Dakac.::  These people need leadership.  They need to be informed of things that are transpiring.  Without strong leadership there will be bloodshed.

T’Laraius says:
@ COM: Hayden - OPS: No, I will only speak to Brianna on person on the surface. I do not trust Starfleet.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As soon as the two are as comfortable as can be, she takes Cross aside and begins to list the tests that they need, starting with the obvious and working upwards.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CNS: Counselor, if you have a moment get a report from the AT.

Commander-Lenai says:
@ All: If the Star Empire's forces did not move to protect them Cardassia would quickly starve.

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Hears the weapons fire and screams outside, frowns::

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Eyes widen, looks to VanArsdale:: VanArsdale: Commander ... ::Suggesting protection::

Commander-Lenai says:
@ ::sneers:: CTO: Child, what do you think this assembly is providing for the Cardassians *but* leadership?

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@:: She and VanArsdale stand at the weapon's fire, moving towards the Ambassador and Captain ::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Gather your families ....Gather your friends and Join us...We do not need them....We can govern ourselves...We can feed ourselves...We can RULE ourselves !

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::finishes up with the diagnostics and sees things are back to normal::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Draws his phaser and motions to Kipling and Jian Ni to stay close with their weapons drawn.::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Starts:: XO: Sir, I hear fighting going on. Something has happened!

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Goes to the window, and looks out, shouts to his aide:: Aide: Get security forces to get those Klingons out of there before anything else happens!

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Commander, everything is back to normal on helm.  Not really sure what caused it, but perhaps it was brought on by the refit.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Dakac:  You must do something to stop this.  How many lives will you allow to perish?

Host Dakac says:
@ CTO: I'm working on it, Ensign. ::Frowns at the suggestion that he's "allowed" lives to perish::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Continues.:: XO: Weapons fire, and the large group seems to be moving!

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Hearing fluid in one the coughs, she sends Cross out to begin and turns back to Marianne.::  Harlan:  I want you rest and starting from today, work backwards to create me a simple journey of your life for the past three months.

General_Hanok says:
@::growls at Kaldac, as though blaming the Cardassian for what's happening, and opens a channel to his ship, nearly yelling something in Klingon::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*AT*:  What is your status?

CO VanArsdale says:
@All: Might I suggest another location to continue talks?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Dakac:  The more blame that is placed upon our being here, the more unruly your people shall become.  I do not mean all of this in disrespect but things are escalating to levels which could be dangerous.

ACTION: The crowds begin to disperse as Cardassian security rushes into the area to save the Klingons.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: We do not seek violence, We do not seek bloodshed. We seek peace and freedom....We seek to be allowed to breathe Cardassian air without the fowl stench that hangs in the air of Klingons and Romulans......

Commander-Lenai says:
@ All: With the council's permission I can have a legion of my own troops beamed down here to quell this insurrection.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Lenai:  And what will that accomplish?  They will only feel further suppressed by us.

OPS Lt. B. Rochelle says:
XO: Commander, I feel that whatever information T'Laraius has to provide, in light of what just happened, might be very pertinent. I'll take a few security officers with me just in case, if that's all right ...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Reps:  The Cardassians must stand on their own or all of our efforts in the last seven years will be for nothing.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: You see...You see...Our own government protects the scum that would invade and chain us....We have not shed their blood....only our words have pierced them as a dagger pierces the heart

ACTION: The Klingons begin to beam up from the immediate area to their vessel(s) in orbit.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
OPS: Agreed.

General_Hanok says:
@CTO: Our efforts *are* for nothing. Look at them!

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Really REALLY hopes this isn't being broadcasted anywhere::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Hanok:  And that is how they will learn!  Don't you know anything about psychology or did they forget to teach you that at your academy?

CO Capt. Marsland says:
@COM: Hayden - XO: We're fine, Commander. Although the peace process is not going so well ...

Commander-Lenai says:
@ ::slips into a full scowl:: All: As predicted they show their instability. Adjourn this meeting. It is a waste of my time.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Why does our government protect us from them.....Why I will tell you ....we are no more than dogs to be fed scraps to from our captors...NO MORE !

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
XO: From what I can tell, a certain Cardassian is exciting the crowd to hysterics. ::Is adding to the CO's comment.::

Ambassador Rose says:
@ Lenai: We don't know for a fact what happened out there, Commander.

OPS Lt. B. Rochelle says:
::Nods, and exits the bridge::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*AT*: Do want to come back to the ship and regroup?

CO Capt. Marsland says:
@ ::Looks to Ambassador Rose::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CNS: Contact Cardassian security and notify them of this person.

General_Hanok says:
@::gets up, nearly glaring at the CTO:: CTO: You know nothing. This is how they react to us trying to accommodate them, and then they have the *nerve* to attack us in this manner?

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Looks upset::

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::But quickly regains composure:: ALL: Perhaps we should adjourn for today, and try meeting again to work this out when things are bit more calm ... ::Looks to the CTO and Dakac to agree::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: After waiting a few minutes to make sure both are at least stable, she heads out for one of the small labs attached to sickbay.::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
XO: Yessir.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Where is the Federation representative...I wish to speak with him .....Why will he not face me ....Tell me Federation ...Do you fear me...Why will you not come and talk with us? You will not be harmed...we are peaceful Cardassians

General_Hanok says:
@::continues to glare hard at the CTO, not appearing to hear the ambassador as yet.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
~~~CMO:  Everything okay down there Sierra?~~~

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Hanok:  They react this way because they do not have strong leadership... and leadership is what they desperately need.  ::Looks over to Ambassador Rose, somewhat soothed by her presence.::

ACTION: The crowd is almost fully dispersed as Moohlack continues his shouting ... purple blood lies in the streets nearby.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@:: Shakes her head at the calls and yells ::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~FCO: I do not believe so.  It looks like and Braeden may be on your own for dinner tonight..~~~~

General_Hanok says:
@CTO: And that is why we're here! But they bite the hand that feeds it! They can't be strong leaders... ::laughs harshly:: They don't even make decent followers!

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Takes a sample from Cross and inserts it into the scanner and begins to look for what, she was not sure.::

Marianne Harlan says:
::Tries to sleep, suddenly getting chills and shaking::

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Cardassia needs leadership....We can form that leadership together

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
~~~CMO:  I'll make sure to keep dinner warm for you.  If you need me for anything, well, you know how to get hold of me.~~~  ::grins::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Grumbles and just allows things to rest as per the Ambassador's request.::

Host Dakac says:
@ Hanok: That's enough. ::Takes a breath:: ALL: I agree with Ambassador Rose. Let us break up for now ... and try again ... maybe tomorrow.

CO Capt. Marsland says:
@ COM: Hayden - XO: I think we're coming back up in a moment, Commander. Establish a transporter lock and wait for our signal.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: But we must stand strong and united....Together we can rebuild Cardassia to her former glory

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
COM: Cardassian Security: This is USS Hayden. I am to inform you of what could turn into a violent situation around the delegations on your planet. Police reinforcements may be required in that area.

Nurse_Cross says:
:: Leaving the doctor, goes back to keep an eye on their two newest patients.::

Cardassian Security says:
@ ::Laughter is heard:: COM: Hayden - CNS: You're a bit behind, Hayden. The violent situation has already happened. We're dealing with it.

General_Hanok says:
@::just snarls, and spins on a heel, ordering a beam out as he and his men move to leave the room:: Self: Spineless p'taks...

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*Transporter Room*:  Prepare to beam up the Away Team on their signal.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Obviously upset over the situation.. he is a security officer after all and not a diplomat.::

Host Dakac says:
@ ::Rubs eyes::

Commander-Lenai says:
@ ::stands up and calls in fluid Vulcan for her attendants:: All: It will be as futile a waste of time tomorrow, but I will attend. ::takes a combox from her waist and calls into it for transport::

Moohlack says:
@:: points to the blood::ALL: See this is what they want from us....Bloodshed....Violence ...This is the propaganda weapon that they use

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Glances over at one of the techs entering and has him look through the most recent files of illnesses and to let her know immediately, should anyone else become sick..::

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Puts a hand on Dakac's shoulder and offers some quiet words of assurance::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Frowns, his eyes furrowing.:: COM: Cardassian Security: Hayden out.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Mumbles:: Self: No respect.

ACTION: The conn. console turns off.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Do not leave ...Stand your ground...I cannot believe that our own brothers will shed our blood....They would not dare....!

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::raises his hands off his console::  All:  Now what?!

Nurse_Cross says:
:: Enters the room concerned as Marianne keeps shivering.::

ACTION: Moohlack finds himself almost completely alone except for his most devout followers.

CO Capt. Marsland says:
@ ::Crosses arms with a smirk:: CTO: Well Mr. Thalataar, do you feel it's time for us to return to the ship?

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
FCO: Commander?

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Computer, begin recording...

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Commander, I've just lost power to helm.  Heading under my console to see where the problem is.  ::gets down on his hands and knees and takes the panel off::

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
XO: Cardassian Security reports that they are doing all they can at the moment.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@CO:  It would be.. preferable Captain.  I have not done as well as I should have.  ::Groans in protest.::

Moohlack says:
@ALL THAT’S LEFT: You see the fear they have distilled in our own peoples hearts....This is why the dogs must leave. They fear to speak ...they fear to stand their ground against the odds....That is what Cardassians do

Ambassador Rose says:
@ ::Comes over and takes the CTO's hand in hers:: CTO: Nonsense, Thalataar, you were incredible. I never knew you had such ... passion.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*Engineering*: We have lost helm control.  Restore it immediately!

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
Self:  I don't know what they do to these ships during refit, but they have more problems than before they're refit.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Computer: Patient, Marianne Harlan.  Add all further relevant details from her files.  White blood cells are negligible; far from what they should be.

Technician Goerin says:
*XO* Vhat?! Ve are vorking on it.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Amb:  Neither did I.  ::Ruffles his beard a little.::  I'm a security officer, not a diplomat.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Taps in a few commands::  Computer: Immune system Lymphocytes and T-4 helper cells are also negligible.

ACTION: The FCO finds some of the new experimental bio-neural gel packs in there. Usually they are a clear blue-green ... but there are black splotches in them. As if something was wrong.

CO Capt. Marsland says:
@ COM: Hayden: Beam us up.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Romulan and Klingon dogs...If you can hear my voice...We will not bow to your threats, We will not bow to your aggressions......We will not bow to you !

ACTION: The away team is beamed up from the surface. Dakac is left alone in the study.

CNS_Ens_HeiRan says:
::Stands quietly, unimpressed with his abilities on the bridge.::

Moohlack says:
@:: Sees the security forces coming closer to him::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Computer: First inference would be I am looking at the ancient AIDS from Earth.  However... :: taps in a few more commands::  I see no sign of the HIV virus or any other virii... at least those I can identify...

Moohlack says:
@ALL: They now come for us....What will they do? Take us...Kill us perhaps....let us see how free we really are

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
::falls back on his rear end::  XO:  Commander, we're going to need an Engineer up here pronto.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Computer: Begin open data base on viruses and do a cross check for a match.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
*Engineering*: Goerin, report to the bridge.  PDQ.

Moohlack says:
@ALL: Are they puppets of a government bent on slavery.....Come my brothers come !

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  Until the problem is fixed, I'm going to reroute helm to an open console.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
FCO: Allow me to summon your words of the day, What now?

Nurse_Cross says:
:: Shaking her head, worriedly goes to report to the doctor.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Looking forward to hearing the AT's report.::

ACTION: As the away team returns to the ship, we focus on Lieutenant Brianna Rochelle, who has arrived in civilian clothing on the Cardassian surface with two security personnel following from a distance. She is approaching the location T'Laraius told her too. The area is not a clean one.

FCO_Cmdr_Knight says:
XO:  There is something odd in these new neuro gel packs.  I'll leave that for the Engineers to figure out.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
FCO: Perhaps they will need a second opinion from the CMO.

ACTION: There is a chill in the air, and she shudders, putting her hands in her pockets. She sees someone in the darkness, "T'Laraius?"

ACTION: A Klingon steps from the shadows - "Starfleet. You should not be here," he raises a disruptor. Brianna gasps and pulls her phaser, the security personnel see and rush the scene, but are suddenly cut down by disruptor fire from behind.

ACTION: A few Klingons come from the shadows and strike Brianna from behind. She spins around, using her old SFI training to kick one Klingon's feet out from beneath him.

ACTION: It is not enough. Another Klingon strikes her head from behind, and she falls. They are upon her, kicking, hitting, connecting ... as we pull away from the alley all that can be headr is the horrible thuds of boot on flesh ...

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