U.S.S. Pendragon NCC-74125
Stardate 10803.22

Mission #395 - “Picking Up The Pieces”

Staring: 
Chris Nickel as Captain Vn’dor Phail, Commanding Officer
Cory Friess as Commander Ashley L. Yates-Luchena, Executive Officer
Keith LaHue as Commander Jose Damien, Chief Engineering Officer/Second Officer
Jane Rowley as Lieutenant Richard Simmons, Senior Counselor

Guest Staring:
Jan as Lieutenant Tribble, Acting Chief Tactical Officer
Sandy Prestedge as Jordan Thraxis, Civilian

Directed By:
Coot, Ship Manager

Host Cootles says:
Last time on the U.S.S. Pendragon . . .

Host Cootles says:
The U.S.S. Pendragon returned to the very point where madness stumbled into reality; the convergence between the twin stars of Alpha Sigma Nine. All traces of the Warp 10 field have vanished from sensors along with the young counselor. Several internal scans and personnel sweeps confirm what they already know.

Host Cootles says:
< < < < Begin Mission: Picking up the pieces > > > >

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The Pendragon sits at an all-stop 50,000km from where the convergence originated.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::sitting at the OPS console::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::moving from his Ready Room in a path that takes him out of the way and by Quinn's auxiliary station::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Ashley finds herself in Sickbay aboard the Pendragon. She shields her eyes as the light hits them. Other than moving her hand, she does not move. She just stands there... as if in a void::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
:: At his station on the bridge ::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::in a tizzy in the counselling office::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::passes the station and moves toward the command ring::  Bridge: Report.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> ::She notes Commander Luchena's return to her original state:: *CO*: Servek to Captain Vn'dor. Commander Luchena has returned to her normal state.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: We came through all right captain. All systems are normal

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She turns her attention to Lieutenant Servek for a few seconds before making her way out of Sickbay without saying a single word::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: LRS detect very little activity other than one ship of unknown configuration, several hundred LY away.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Tactical is normal, Sir.  ::smiles in relief::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::taps his badge hearing Servek:: *Servek*: Thank you doctor.  If she is cleared...  she may return to duty.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  We're at all stop, 50,000km from the original convergence point.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs hearing all the reports but it somehow still doesn't feel *normal*::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
OPS: Contact Starfleet Command.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Long range sensors are detecting a ship several hundred LY from here.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Prepare the ship for return to our normal patrol route

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> *CO*: She has left Sickbay without authorization. However, my initial scans show that she is a few months younger than she was prior to all of this.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Aye

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing the aCTO::  aCTO: On screen.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::wonders if anyone had informed Mikal yet::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  ::opens a channel and sends a hail to Starfleet Command::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::puts it on screen and tries to analyze the signature::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She makes her way into the Turbo Lift and orders it to the proper deck::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::tries to identify the ship visually::  OPS: Maximum magnification.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::thinks about Quinn, with a tear in her eye::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::increases magnification to maximum::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Once the Turbo Lift stops, Ashley makes her way out of it. After a few seconds, she enters her Quarters and begins to look around. She falls to her knees and places her head in her hands::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::turns to the aCTO::  aCTO: Identity?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::doesn't want to be the one to tell him.  Wonders if that makes him a coward::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Unknown.  ::shakes head, trying to come up with it::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: Yellow alert.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The ship is shaped similar to a class-9 probe, but obviously large enough to hold a crew.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
OPS: Hail the ship.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::enacts Yellow Alert protocols::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> ::She walks over to the medical console and compares the biosigns of Commanders Luchena and Damien to their last bioreadings::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: Time till rendezvous?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::accepts it as so.  As he tells all his patients, nobody is perfect::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::opens a channel:: CO:  Channel open.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Sensors are reporting the unknown ship is large enough to hold a crew and is shaped roughly like one of our probes.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
COMM: Unknown Vessel: Unknown ship, this is the United Federation of Planets starship Pendragon.  Do you read?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::looks at the screen::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She forces herself to get off of the floor of her Quarters. Tears are running down her face as she walks over to the comm system. She takes a seat at her small desk and just stares at it. How will she tell him? How will he deal with this? How can she deal with this herself?::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The Comm responds with an unknown language the UT does not recognize.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Commander, analyze their energy signature.  See what you can determine.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::thinking about how the loss of his intern leaves him with all the work to do::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: They aren't moving toward us.  If we alter our heading and proceed at normal speed, we will intercept them in approximately 2.56 hours.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::wonders if they can understand us::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Working on it now ::analyzes the signature::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::works to try to get the UT to recognize the language:: CO:  Sir, this language is unfamiliar to the translator ... I'm working on it ...

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
Computer: Begin audio message. ::She listens to the confirmation and just sits there, not knowing what to say::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing Tribble he turns to OPS::  OPS: Initiate Mrs. Thraxis.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::slaves helm to her console ... changes course as ordered::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The XO's console beeps accordingly.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Captain, their energy signature is very, very weak. Either they are masking the signature, or are very efficient.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
Computer: Delete. Begin audio message yet again. ::The console beeps yet again:: Message: Mikal. I don't... ::She slams her fist:: Computer: Stop and erase last!

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
COMM: Unknown Vessel: Our translator device is attempting to decipher your language but requires more samples of your speech.  I am Captain Vn'dor Phail of Starfleet.  Who are you?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Why would anyone wish to mask their energy signature... unless they were hiding something?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Perhaps they are on a covert mission?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: Although it takes far longer than expected, SFC responds to the hail.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Unknown.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: Perhaps... or perhaps they simply have a VERY long journey ahead of them and need to conserve energy

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  I have a reply from Starfleet.  Channel is open, Sir.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She places her head down on her desk and just remains there motionless. She had his memories... she knew what he would want to say to his father. Mikal deserved to know everything, but how could she do so over a comm device? She would need to see him in person...::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::continues trying to identify the ship::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The XO's console beeps several times accordingly and finishes with what sounds almost like a child blowing raspberries.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Sir, wouldn't masking their signature take up energy?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::Continues to try to translate the unknown language::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: Update them on the completion of the last mission and inform them of our recent discovery.  Ask them how they wish us to proceed.  Should we return to our patrol route or continue with First Contact Protocols

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She ignores the sound of the console:: Computer: What is the present location of the USS Triton NCC-65817? ::She says this with her head still on the desk, in a rather mumbled voice::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: Perhaps they aren't really masking their signature.  Perhaps we just assume they are because of the low output.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::banishes the gloomy thoughts from his head::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The UT continues to struggle with the unknown language. Fragments of words make it through, but none of it is coherent.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Any luck Commander?

Host Cootles says:
<CPU> XO: Last known location of the USS Triton was near the "Briar Patch."

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Not yet. I'm still working on it

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
OPS: Time to rendezvous?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
Computer: And what is our present location?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Yes Sir.  ::packages all the information on their last mission, the completion of such mission and request for orders and sends it through::

Host Cootles says:
<CPU> XO: 27LY from Deep Space 3.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
COMM: Unknown Vessel: Please rendezvous with our ship, we wish to exchange information with you about ourselves... get to know you better.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
Computer: How long would it take me to reach the Briar Patch in a Type 9 shuttlecraft?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Sir, the translator is making out fragments ... but it's still gibberish so far ...

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  90 minutes to rendezvous.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: No key nouns that may make sense to us?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::puts on a happy face and leaves the counselling office::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Not even whole words ...

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs at Jordan::  Jordan: Very good.  Keep it up.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::Scully and Mulder are in the shuttle bay, securing it under the Yellow Alert protocols::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::runs what they have received so far in a continuous loop through the translator ... ::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Commander, I want you to analyze all sensor readings of that ship and determine where they are headed, where they came from and why in fact the output seems so small

Host Cootles says:
<CPU> XO: At a distance of nearly 200LY, it will take several weeks.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: Any similarities between the Tweezle and these folks' dialogue?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Thats a tall order. I'll get right on it.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
aCTO:  The Tweezle?  I'll try it ... ::makes a comparison::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She taps her Combadge:: *CNS*: Luchena to Simmons.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing the aCTO and Jordan::  aCTO/Jordan: The Tweezle?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::waiting for a turbo lift::  *XO*:  Yes Commander?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: That we encountered recently.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  No match to known Tweezle language.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She really does not wants to speak to the man at all:: *CNS*: I need to speak to you for a moment. ::Her voice sounds rather... incoherent at times. She clears it and continues:: *CNS*: Where can I meet you?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: Thanks.  Glad to hear that.  ::relieved::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::still looking confused::  aCTO/Jordan: In the name of the Prophets... who or what are the Tweezle?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::watches the turbo lift doors open::  *XO*:  I'm just stepping into a turbo lift.  I'll come to you.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  You don't want to know, Sir, trust me.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The unknown ship alters course, but still has not move to a direct intercept course with the Pendragon. Finer detailed scans reveal it is dark blue or black in color an oblong or egg-shaped in dimension.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
*CNS*: Understood. Luchena out. ::She cuts the comm and makes her way into the washroom for a moment. Ashley tries to make herself look a little more presentable::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::looks at Jordan like she suddenly grew a third head::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Our friends have altered course ...

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::turns to Jordan:: Jordan: Alter course with them Mrs. Thraxis.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: I'll brief you on the Tweezle later, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::lets out a exclaimed sigh:: aCTO: Thank you Lieutenant.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::orders the TL to the deck with the command staff quarters::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She walks back into the living area and takes a seat on the sofa::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::exits the turbo lift::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::notes the appearance of the ship clearing on the viewscreen::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::walks down the corridor wondering what That Woman wants with him this time::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Bridge: It is sort of similar to one of our sensor probes isn't it?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::makes sure weapons are ready, but hopes she doesn't have to use them::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::continues his analysis::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::recalls the many times she chewed him up and spit him out as he rings her door chime::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  It looks like an egg to me ...

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She folds her arms around her knees and just sits there waiting. This was going to be... painful, but she did not care::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Come.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: One that has gone bad...  It's all dark coloured.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Yes, Sir. A class 9 probe.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: How is the Universal Translator coming?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO: Or it's all wrapped up ...

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  No further progress I'm afraid.  I have what we got from them going in a continuous loop through the translator ...

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::steps in to the XO's quarters::  XO:  Yes Ma'am?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: An egg?   As in Easter egg?  ::smiles::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks up from her spot at the Counselor. There was a great deal of pain in her eyes, although she continues to try and hide it:: CNS: I need permission to leave the ship... and you can authorize it.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::looks around at the aCTO:: aCTO:  It does look like one, doesn't it?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The UT is translating what appears to be some sort of song. Some in Klingon, some in Vulcan, some in Japanese... it almost rings of game show themes, but the pitch is too high.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: Are you hearing that, too?  ::hopes so::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<authorize>

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  I don't see how you need my permission.  Where are you planning to go?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  I think the translator has something ... aCTO:  Yes I'm hearing it ... It's part Klingon, Part Vulcan and part Japanese!

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: Well, I am certainly glad I am not losing my mind - at least not yet.  ::clears throat and waits for the next event::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: I'm requesting a medical leave of absence in order to... psychologically heal. ::She pauses for a moment:: CNS: I'm going to the Triton.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::steps closer to Jordan's terminal at the rear quarter of the bridge::  Jordan: All parts of the known galaxy?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  To see Mikal?  What makes you think he needs you with him?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The Egg-ship alters course once more and is now pursuing an intercept course with the Pendragon. Energy signatures contradict the speed at which it is moving and there are no traces of weapons.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: That seems odd.  Could this ship have been traveling to every known corner?  Sort of an exploration vessel?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: They are coming toward us.  No signs of weapons.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::looks at the CO:: CO: It's possible I guess ...

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: They are on an intercept course

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: All stop.  Repeat my initial hail to the ship.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: He is my husband. ::She knows that Simmons does not agree with their marriage, but she could care less:: CNS: With a medical leave I can take all of the time I need. ::She gulps:: CNS: I know we have had our differences, Lieutenant. I'm... ::She pauses as tears begin to flow a bit:: CNS:... I want to change.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::brings the ship to all stop.  Repeats the CO's initial hail:: CO:  All stop.  Hailing the ship again.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: I know I've done some horrible things... I... I just need to go. I can't wait for proper channels or have a time limit. I just need to go... ::She looks at him as if pleading, begging even::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Commander?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  He's going to blame you, you and the Captain.  I'll go to him.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO: Captain ... the translator is picking up more and more languages ... some I know some I have no idea what they are ... there's literally thousands of languages coming through ...

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Yes?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The UT begins to babble out "show tunes" in addition to the "game show themes."

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: More languages than there is room for the people speaking them.  It has to be some type of mechanization.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: What do you have for me Commander?  Anything to report?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::blocks her ears .. can't stand game show themes::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: This is a family matter. Just trust me... for once... just trust that we have a relationship that can work though this. ::She stands up:: CNS: Please.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: It's on an intercept course, no weapons, unknown propulsion, and very little energy expenditure

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Bridge: What if these people have only picked up communications of the various worlds from the past?  As in well after the signal has traveled through space for a millennium.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The Egg-ship slows to an all-stop as well, then returns to its previous heading and speed.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  They've stopped ...

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  I'm sorry, but you'll have to get the Captain's permission.  I don't believe your presence will be in Mikal's best interests.  ::enjoying having her under this thumb for a change::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::spots the ship's actions on screen::  Self: Odd

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Definitely a possibility.   They have returned to their previous heading now.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: Resume Intercept course.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: What do you have against me? ::She stares at him::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::resumes course:: CO:  It's very possible.  If I remember Earth history correctly, didn't we send out signals into space at one point?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  Permission to speak freely?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: I'm in no position to deny it at this point. Granted.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: We did, but we didn't deliberately send out game show tunes.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::overhears:: Jordan, we sent out greetings in every known language::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: That's my understanding about Terran history.  It seems just about every sentient world out there did either intentially or unintentially.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Ashley retakes her place on the sofa. Now she will hear it all... as always.. how she does not deserve Mikal... perhaps he would be right::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  You’re a bitch.  ::turns and heads to the door::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Counselor. At attention. ::She stands::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  It is entirely conceivable that this ship has journeyed all over the known galaxy and has studied cultures based on their transmissions ...

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::wonders if he's about to get slapped.::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The Egg-ship halts course and resumes the intercept course towards the Pendragon. Time to intercept is 25 minutes.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: In all honesty - you're right.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  They're heading our way again ... time to intercept 25 minutes.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: ...and considering Bajoran transmissions.... they would conceivably have the wrong idea about us.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: I've put my duty before everything else in my life. Even though I haven't treated Mikal with the respect that he deserves, he still decides to remain with me. Do you think I'm that dense that I haven't realized all of this?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  The same could be said about human transmissions ... especially from the 20th Century ...

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: Forward as she goes.  Let's wait until we get with in 5 light years before we stop this time.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::whorls around and faces her::  XO:  Get over the pity party.   He doesn't need to hear it.  You will have to ask the Captain.  ::turns around the leaves::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Aye ... ::continues to go forward::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::watches sensors for the Egg::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She walks out of her Quarters and follows:: CNS: Counselor. I said at attention.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::stops as the doors open::  XO:  You going to order me to give you what you want?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The Egg shimmers in color a bit, similar to the visual effect of a ship entering or exiting cloak. The Egg does not disappear at any point however.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
aCTO:  Did you just see that?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::focuses his scans on the shimmering effect::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::points to the screen::  Bridge: Did it just do what I though it did?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: No. But I want a clear and honest answer from you. That is an order. Is that understood?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
Jordan: Yes, similar to cloaking effects.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  I've said no.  I don't agree you need leave.  Did you have another question?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::turns to the CEO::  CEO: Any signs that they are about to cloak?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Scanning for signs of cloaking technology.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Not that I can tell. It's not a cloak as we know it.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Are you still deeply in love with my husband? ::She pauses:: CNS: And you may not leave after your answer.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: Could it be some sort of "Chameleon" effect rather like a race I have had the pleasure to meet?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  I've slept with your husband.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: As I already know. Love and lust are two different things. ::She waits for an answer::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: It's a dampening field of some kind. That would explain the low energy signature. They're compressing there energy output.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs hearing Damien::  CEO: So the original question arises... Why would someone put a dampening field around their ship?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  To stop us scanning them, maybe.  Perhaps they crave privacy.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: So they can hide a little more effectively would be my first guess. The other is that it may be a side effect from the energy compression.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  I care for your husband.  I've cared for him long before you came along, and I'll be caring from him when your finally out of his life.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO: I need options.  Anyway to see through a field such as this?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The dampening field is creating an energy signal, roughly the width of human hair, extending near infinitely behind the vessel.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She nods:: CNS: That is all I needed to know. ::She pauses:: CNS: Due to your endless infatuation for my husband, when I do return, please expect a reassignment form off of the Pendragon. ::She exits her Quarters and makes her way to the Turbo Lift::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: A low energy phaser strike might disable them enough for us to take a closer look....there is a strange energy signal emanating from the ship. It's very small, and tightly focused

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::notes the XO has reverted to form despite all her talk about changing::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She enters the Turbo Lift and orders it to the Bridge::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO/CEO: I would object to firing on a peaceful vessel.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  So would I.  They have made no hostile moves against us.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::nods at the aCTO::  CEO: I would have to agree.  Any other options?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::goes and waits for the next turbo lift::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
Computer: Hault Turbo Lift. Return to the deck.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Other than conventional scans, no.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The energy stream parts into two beams and begins sweeping their way forward around the Egg-ship.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::can't get over the nerve of That Woman::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::The Turbo Lift opens and she finds herself face to face with Simmons::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
All:  Something's happening!

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs::  Jordan: Move us directly in front of their ship but keep traveling in the same direction at the same speed they are

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::stumbles backwards in shock::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The computer beeps and sighs, (perhaps??), at the XO's request.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: Report more than "something" please Mrs. Thraxis.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::makes the course correction and keeps the Pen in front of the ship::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: The beam has split, and is running over the surface of the egg

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  The energy beam has split ...

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Counselor.... ::She just shakes her head:: CNS: I'm sorry about my open threat. I... it doesn't even matter. You are to blinded by hatred to even notice.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CEO/ Jordan: For what purpose.  ::moves toward the CEO's terminal::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The beams converge in front of the Egg-ship and lock onto the Pendragon. The effect is similar to that of a scan and tractor beam all-in-one.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  They appear to be scanning us ...

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::feels a slight 'lurch' in the ship::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::tries to break the tractor beam::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: We're being scanned...and a tractor beam has locked on

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
XO:  Blinded by hatred? All I am thinking of is the best interests of Mikal.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::holds a hand up at Tribble::  aCTO: No, lets let them do what they want for now

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The CTO manages to weaken the tractor beam nearly to the point of breaking away. The Egg slows to a stop as well.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::looks over his shoulder at OPS::  Jordan: Present course and speed?  Same as before?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: You truly hate me, Mister Simmons. And I do indeed deserve that hatred for what I have put you through. However, as you may have noticed, you were not the person Mikal chose to marry. Perhaps that means I did something right... and you, perhaps, did not.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: My initial effort did weaken the tractor beam, though.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  We've stopped.  The Egg-ship has as well.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::nods:: aCTO: Good, keep that in mind should we need it later

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::makes a note of the force needed to break the tractor beam::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::hisses::  XO:  Mikal as we both know, has a strong self-destructive streak.  That Madam, is what lead him to marry you.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: But, alas, it truly does not matter to me at this point. I'm not jealous of Mikal and his past relationships. At the end of the night, I know that I have someone who loves me for me, and not as a play-thing.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing Jordan he moves back to the center command area::  COM: Unknown Vessel:  Unknown ship, this is Captain Vn'dor Phail of the U.S.S. Pendragon.  Please respond.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::knows he's right and knows she knows it too::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The comm responds with something along the lines of "I'll take what's behind Door Number 3!"

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She smiles:: CNS: Perhaps you should rethink your position as Counselor, Mister Simmons. I will recommend that you speak to a Counselor yourself. ::She orders the lift to the Bridge at that point::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::raises an eyebrow at the response::  Jordan: That is from your home world is it not?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::wonders if she'll resist the urge to come back a third time and throw her weight around some more::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  I believe so.  Although I have no idea what the reference is ...

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::After a few moments, Ashley steps onto the Bridge and makes her way toward the command ring::

  Host Cootles says:
ACTION: Next to the XO, a small furry creature resembling a rabbit appears.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks over at the creature curiously:: Rabbit: Hello little guy. How did you get here? ::She bends down next to it in order to take a look::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Bridge: Do you think they can only speak to us in terms of game shows?  ::spots the animal::  Who's pet?

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::thinking of what he'll say to her next time::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The single bunny duplicates itself and the XO is now holding two bunnies.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::spots Ashley and knows it's not her pet::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: It's possible they think that's our language.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::turns to Jordan::  Jordan: Beam the Commander and the bunnies to Sickbay an erect a containment field

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks at the CO:: CO: Captain?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::glances at the XO::  Jordan: Do it.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::beginning to suspect maybe she's not coming back again::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::looks over at Ashley and shrugs ... locks on and engages transporter::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She raises an eyebrow at the CO. Perhaps she really just needed to leave the Pendragon... for good::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::enters the turbo lift:: TL:  Deck 5.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
*Mulder* Report to Sickbay and report anything unusual with the XO.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The XO is transported to Sickbay. The two bunnies remain behind and begin hoping around the bridge. Their eyes begin to glow an odd shade of green.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: I thought I said to beam the rabbits there as well.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> ::She notices the new additions to Sickbay and perks an eyebrow:: Self: Fascinating.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::exits on Deck 5 and heads down the corridor::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Those bunnies look evil. Look at the eyes.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> XO: May I ask why you have been transported to Sickbay behind a containment field, Commander?

Host Cootles says:
SCENE: The XO is in Sickbay holding two bunnies, with two more at her feet.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Sir?   ::goes to small arms  locker::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::runs a diagnostic on the transporter wondering why it didn't transport the bunnies::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::glances in at sickbay as he passes::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks at Servek:: Servek: I'm assuming because of these things. ::She places the other two down on the floor::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
<Mulder> Servek: I am supposed to observe her.  Has she done anything odd?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> *Bridge*: Sickbay to Bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
*Servek*: Go ahead

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::notes the XO and some small furry animals::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> *CO*: I take it you ordered Commander Yates-Luchena to Sickbay with four rabbit-looking creatures?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::pulls out a hand phaser and prepares to stun the small furry animals, feeling odd::

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::enters sickbay to get a closer look::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::raises an eyebrow:: *Servek*: Four??  I ordered her there with two... and those two rabbits are still on the bridge.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She kneels down next to the creatures and looks them over:: Rabbits: How are you little guys?

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The diagnostic tells Jordan all is well and four more bunnies scamper out from under the CO's chair. One lunges for his leg flashing teeth far too big for a creature that small.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
<Mulder> *CO* Captain, should I stun them?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> *CO*: Negative, Captain. Commander Luchena is accompanied by four creatures.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::thinks the little animals should run for their lives before the XO bites their heads off::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::fires phaser on stun at the animals::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks up at the CNS:: CNS: Your negative emotions aren't good for my mental state, Counselor. Please leave.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
Jordan: Beam all of these to the containment field as well

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
<Lt. Servek> ::She looks toward the Counselor stone-faced::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: Tribble quickly drops the bunnies, feeling no guilt whatsoever for doing that to what could very likely be kin.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She taps her Combadge:: *CO*: Captain, seeing that I'm not the cause of these things, may I please be removed from this containment field?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::locks onto all the rabbits on the bridge and transports them to sickbay.

CNS_Lt_Simmons says:
::mouths the "b" word at the XO::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She smiles at the CNS::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::Mulder sees the rabbits materializing in sick bay and scratches his head::

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: The six bridge bunnies remain where they lay, but twelve more appear in Sickbay, all unconscious.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
<Mulder> *aCTO* Ma'am, Easter dinner just materialized in sick bay.

Host Cootles says:
ACTION: Having been so busy 'hunting wabbits,' no one noticed that the Egg-ship is no longer on sensors. It has disappeared from view.

Host Cootles says:
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