Thick as Thieves:  Episode Three

Host Gerry says:
The intrepid crew of the USS Vesuvius, with desperation as their motivation, found a way to disable and then destroy a BORG cube, although creating a subspace tear in the process.

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After closing the rift with a discharge from the deflector, the record showed that a BORG sphere had escaped back into Romulan space...under escort of Romulan vessels.  

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This disturbing reality has uncovered a possible alliance between the borg and the Romulans, and to what end is anyone's guess.

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Moments ago, the USS Typhoon and Admiral Taylor and have arrived on scene to help with the intelligence gathering and situation assessment.  The salvage of the Aurelius continues.

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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

XO Kelson says:
:: In sickbay sitting next to Lt. Lane's biobed ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: On bridge at tactical, very unhappy about lack of tri-cobalt torpedoes in the magazines ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Resting comfortably in sickbay ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Standing in front of the command chair ::   Maj: Analysis!?

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Hope Lane begins to regain consciousness.

CMO Delar says:
:: Walks out of his office, several PADDs and death certificates in hand. He looks over and sees Kelson looking over Hope. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: In Main Engineering tightening up some loose ends ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Walking out of sickbay, taps his commbadge:   *CEO*: You need me in Engineering?

XO Kelson says:
:: Sees Hope stirring ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Maj>   :: clears throat ::   CSO: Sorry, sir. Natural phenomena.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Moans slightly and opens her eyes ::

XO Kelson says:
CMO: Dr., she's coming around...

CEO McGregor says:
*CIV*: If you’re free and have some knowledge yes indeed laddie.

CSO Trelan says:
ALL: All hands, secure from battle stations.  Drop to Yellow alert status.

CIV Galen says:
*CEO* I Have some knowledge, not much mind you.  I'll be right there.  Engineering’s on deck 36, correct?

CMO Delar says:
:: Looks over and checks the readings ::   XO: I'll determine that Commander...   ::He smiles and looks at the readings...::   ...it appears that Lt. Lane is regaining consciousness.

CEO McGregor says:
*CIV*: That is correct

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sighing ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Reduces to yellow alert ::   CSO:  Yellow alert, aye.

CIV Galen says:
*CEO*: On my way.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps up the ramp to the science console ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Moves her head to the side and sees Sam ::   XO: Sam, what are you doing here?

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Captain...Lt. Lane is regaining consciousness.  I would like to stay here until she is out of the woods.

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks at Hope and smiles ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Whispers ::   Maj: Let's try to find a way to determine natural from real, shall we?

CEO McGregor says:
*CIV*: Acknowledged

XO Kelson says:
AFCO: Where else should I be?   :: Holds Hope's hand ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Walks to the nearest Turbolift ::   Turbolift: Main Engineering.

CSO Trelan says:
<Maj> CSO: Yes sir. Sorry.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Smiles weakly ::   XO: What happened?

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: The Commander has chosen to play the gallant hero to aid you in your speedy recovery...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Returns to the command chair ::

CSO Trelan says:
CTO: Status?

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks at Delar ::   AFCO: No...just trying to keep you company while you recovered.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Checks his sensors ::   CSO: The area looks clear.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Looks at the CMO puzzled ::   CMO: Tell me what has happened?

CIV Galen says:
:: After a short ride arrives at deck 36, walks out of the turbolift and into Main Engineering, looking around for the CEO.  Spots the CEO and walks over. ::   CEO: Ensign Galen reporting for duty.

CSO Trelan says:
CTO: Thank you. :: Taps a control on the arm of the chair ::

XO Kelson says:
CMO: By the way, Doctor...I apologize for losing my temper on the bridge.  It was uncalled for.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Leans up on one elbow ::

CEO McGregor says:
CIV: Work on the patch over there.  Make sure it's secure.

XO Kelson says:
AFCO: You collapsed on the bridge and had to be rushed to sickbay.

CIV Galen says:
CEO: Yes sir.   :: Walks over and goes to work on the patch the CEO has specified ::

CSO Trelan says:
*CEO* Trelan to Engineering. Report on the status of shields and propulsion systems?

AFCO Lane says:
:: Wonders what Sam is apologizing for ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Smiles and then goes back to looking over his PADDs ::   AFCO: You received several internal injuries, internal bleeding and minor hemorrhaging.  I've been able to repair most of the damage, but what you'll really need is some good old-fashioned rest...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Bouncing around Deck 28 getting the ship repaired. ::

AFCO Lane says:
XO: I did?  I remember being thrown over the flight console....

XO Kelson says:
*CSO* Kelson to Commander Trelan.

CEO McGregor says:
*CSO* Shields and propulsion full power.  I also have 4 more torpedo’s ready forward sir.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The USS Typhoon Matches velocities and comes along side the USS Vesuvius

XO Kelson says:
AFCO: It must have ruptured something inside of you.  Doc said you had internal bleeding.

CSO Trelan says:
*XO* Trelan here. Go ahead, Commander.

CIV Galen says:
:: Finishes up repairing the patch, walks over to the CEO ::   CEO: Good as new.

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: I feel fine Doctor.  May I get up now?

CTO Wakefield says:
CSO: The Typhoon has pulled along side us.  She's matching velocity...

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: You did...however until you collapsed you refused to admit you were suffering from any injuries...

CEO McGregor says:
:: Scans the patch ::

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: Thank you Lt. Good job. Bridge out.

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: You may try...however I'd prefer you to take it easy for the time...

CSO Trelan says:
CTO: Hail them.  Let Admiral Taylor know we are ready if he would like to come aboard.

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: I'll be just fine. I would like to return to duty as soon as possible.

XO Kelson says:
*CSO* Lt. Lane has regained consciousness.  I'll be here for a few more minutes.  Let me know when we are contacted by the Typhoon.

CTO Wakefield says:
CSO:  Aye.

Host ADM Taylor says:
COMM: Vesuvius: This is Admiral Taylor.  Is your Commanding Officer available?

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Hails the Typhoon ::

CEO McGregor says:
CIV: You missed a spot 3 meters from the bottom on the left

CSO Trelan says:
*XO* Sir, the Typhoon has just pulled along side.

XO Kelson says:
AFCO: I agree with the Doctor, Hope.  You need to rest a little.

CIV Galen says:
:: Looks at the scan::   ALL: OOPS! I did to mate.  My fault.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Looks at Sam ::

CSO Trelan says:
COMM: Typhoon: Admiral, this is Lt Cmdr Trelan.  She is currently unavailable sir, but we are prepared to receive you.

XO Kelson says:
*CSO* Thank you, Commander.  I'll be there shortly.

CTO Wakefield says:
COMM: Typhoon: Sorry Admiral I was just about to hail you.  Captain Royce is unavailable at the moment but I've been informed that you are of course invited aboard.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Is pleased that the repairs are going so well ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Looks at Sam ::   XO: You'd better get back up to the bridge Commander.

CSO Trelan says:
*XO* Acknowledged.

CIV Galen says:
:: Grabs the repair tool and goes to work on the spot he missed ::

XO Kelson says:
AFCO: I'm glad you are all right, Hope.   :: Gives her hand a squeeze ::   I'll check in on you later.   :: Smiles ::

CEO McGregor says:
CIV: Laddie if your gonna do the job do it right…

AFCO Lane says:
:: Smiles back at him ::   XO: You'd better mister.   :: Giggles ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
COMM: Vesuvius: CTO:  Indeed, Mister Wakefield.  I'll want to hear about your...cure...for the Borg as well.  I will beam over in five.

XO Kelson says:
CMO: Doctor?  Keep me informed of Lt. Lane's progress.  I'll be on the bridge.   :: Turns to leave ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Smiles ::   CEO: aye sir..

CTO Wakefield says:
COMM: Vesuvius: Typhoon: Understood sir.  Vesuvius out.

CMO Delar says:
XO: Understood...   :: He turns back to the AFCO ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Calls out ::   XO:: Sam......

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns back ::   AFCO: Yes?

AFCO Lane says:
XO: Thank you.   :: Smiles again ::

CSO Trelan says:
CTO: Please escort the Admiral to the bridge, Dathan.

CTO Wakefield says:
CSO: Aye, sir.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Lays back down ::   CMO: Ok doc, what's next?

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Nods to the CSO, and then to one of his TO’s to take over his station, then heads to the turbolift ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Drops into New Mecca colony drawl ::   AFCO: Aw...shucks Ma'am.  Twernt nothin'….
:: Tips imaginary cap and leaves sickbay ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Injects 2 more torpedo’s with sub-atomic Protons ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters turbolift ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Enters turbolift ::   Computer:  Transporter room one.

CIV Galen says:
:: Finishes up the repair job and scans it again ::   Self: there all DONE.   CEO: What’s next?

XO Kelson says:
Computer: Bridge

CSO Trelan says:
*XO* Trelan to Kelson. The Admiral is beaming aboard, sir. Mr. Wakefield is greeting him in the transporter room.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Climbs up the bulk head with a small part and gives it to the repair man, then leaps from the bulkhead, with a back flip, landing nimbly to the ground. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Arrives on Deck 6 and heads for the transporter room ::

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: Next I schedule you for minor physio sessions. There was minor internal scarring, and give it a day or two we'll be able to repair and remove it...however until then your mobility range will be limited...

XO Kelson says:
*CSO* Acknowledged.  I am enroute to the bridge.  Kelson out.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Arrives in the transporter room and nods to the transporter operator, then taps his commbadge ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Exits turbolift onto bridge ::

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: I don't feel like anything is wrong at all.

CEO McGregor says:
CIV: I want you to work on rerouting scientific labs power to weapons and shields; can you handle that?

CTO Wakefield says:
COMM: Vesuvius: Typhoon: Typhoon this is the Vesuvius; we are ready to receive the Admiral at your leisure.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Rubs her arm ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Holds out his hand to help her up ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  A short, middle-aged but stocky Vulcan male materializes on the pads.

CIV Galen says:
CEO: I think so. I did a small stint as CEO on my first ship.

XO Kelson says:
CSO: What's the status, Commander?

XO Kelson says:
:: Walks to command ::

CEO McGregor says:
CIV: Get on it then.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Grabs Delar's hand and pulls herself up ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Steps forward and holds his left hand up in a V ::   ADM Taylor: Admiral...

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM: Welcome aboard.

CIV Galen says:
CEO: Aye aye,  sir.   :: Goes over to the master display console and starts tapping away. ::

CSO Trelan says:
XO: We are at yellow alert and are traveling at 1/2 impulse.  The Typhoon has matched speed and the Admiral is coming aboard.  Propulsion and shields are repaired to full power, sir.

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Returns the salute ::   CTO: Ah, Mister Wakefield.  It is agreeable to see you again.

CMO Delar says:
:: Helps Lane of the bio bed, and keeps his hands close in case any pain strikes her ::

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM Taylor: And you too sir.   :: Nodding ::

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM Taylor: May I escort you to the bridge?

XO Kelson says:
CSO: Excellent.  Why don't you inform the Captain in her Ready Room?  I'll mind the store...
:: Smiles ::

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: Thanks doctor, I'm fine.

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Still reviewing reports in her Ready Room ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Steps down from the transporter pad ::   CTO:  I hate to dispose with pleasantries, Lieutenant, but I will need to see your CO immediately.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Aye, sir.   :: Steps over to the captain's Ready Room and rings the chime ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Taps a few buttons and sees how the power is getting rerouted from science to weapons and shields ::

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM Taylor: Aye sir, this way...   :: Motions and walks out of the transporter room with the Admiral ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Takes a step back ::   AFCO: If you could please indulge me.…   :: Walks across sickbay ::
Please...

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Walks alongside the CTO ::   CTO: I hear you have invented a solution to the Borg problem.

CIV Galen says:
:: Turns his head to his side, speaks up ::   CEO: Power rerouted.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Raises eyebrow ::   ADM Taylor: Sir?

Host CO-Royce says:
Door:  Enter

AFCO Lane says:
:: Starts to walk across the room ::   CMO: Like this?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Smiles at the crewman as they work ::

CIV Galen says:
CEO: I even have power from the Holodeck’s ready to be rerouted should the need arise. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Enters turbolift with the Admiral ::   Computer: Deck one.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Enters the Ready Room, allowing the doors to shut silently behind him ::

CEO McGregor says:
CIV: Very good

CSO Trelan says:
CO: Captain, the Admiral is aboard and enroute to the bridge.

XO Kelson says:
:: Goes over repair reports at command ::

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: Exactly...thank you Lieutenant...   ::Smiles and walks over to her and runs several scans ::

Host CO-Royce says:
CSO:  Thank you, Lieutenant Commander.   What's our current status?

CSO Trelan says:
CO: We are at yellow alert status, and propulsion and shields are at full power.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO: Indeed.  By our sensors, you were using tri-cobalt devices.  What did them in…the blasts or the subspace rift?

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: Doctor, tell me something if you can, please?

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: Proceed Lieutenant...   :: Looks at her very directly ::

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM Taylor: We're not sure yet Admiral.  However, logically, we should not have done quite so well against them.

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: Will I still be able to play the violin when my arm is fully recovered?

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM Taylor: It is possible the detonation of so many powerful weapons in a concentrated area opened the rift accidentally and destroyed the Cube.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO: That had occurred to me.  However, I may have more to say about that later.  There seems to be more than one...faction...of the Borg.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Raises eyebrow again ::   ADM Taylor: Indeed?  Now that is interesting.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Arrives on bridge and says ::   ALL: Admiral on the bridge!

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Nods at Lieutenant Commander ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL: As you were.  Good to see you all again.

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: Give it a day or two rest and it should be as good as new...   :: He smiles...thinking that she was going to toss him some life altering question ::

Host CO-Royce says:
CSO: Thank you, Lt.

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: We’re fully powered and have 4 renovated torpedo’s in the for bays, sir.

XO Kelson says:
:: Gives Admiral Vulcan sign ::

CSO Trelan says:
CO: Permission to speak freely, Captain?

CTO Wakefield ::walks towards front and presses door chime on Ready Room door:: (DRCHIME.wav)

AFCO Lane says:
:: Snickers to herself ::   CMO: Wonderful, because I never could play it before....   :: Giggles out loud ::

Host CO-Royce says:
CSO: Of course

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Returns the salute of XO ::

XO Kelson says:
CEO: Thank you, Mr. McGregor.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks at Xen, then hears the door ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Waits for an invitation ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: My pleasure, sir.

Host CO-Royce says:
Door: Enter

CMO Delar says:
:: Smiles ::   AFCO: Then I will endeavor to teach you...   :: Says jokingly ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* However I did have some help from our CIV, sir.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Motions for the Admiral to enter, then heads for tactical ::

CSO Trelan says:
CO: It can wait, ma'am.  Permission to be excused?

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Nods to CSO ::

XO Kelson says:
CEO: I'll make a note of it, Mac.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Turns and heads towards the open door, stopping ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Yes sir

AFCO Lane says:
CMO: I think I'll pass on that sir.   :: Smiles and turns around ::    Anything else you need me to do?

CSO Trelan says:
Admiral: Good day, Admiral.

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Nods to the CTO ::   CTO: Thank you, Mister Wakefield.   :: Enters the Ready Room ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Purrs happily at the repairs and the quick work of her team. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Nods back at Admiral as he takes his station again ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CSO: Mister Trelan, a pleasure.  I trust command is being good to you?

CMO Delar says:
AFCO: Only one...don't call me sir...you're my superior...Lieutenant...   :: Smiles and hands over a PADD ::   ...you're herby released to your quarters and minimal duty...

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Anything to report from the Admiral, Mr. Wakefield?   :: Raises eyebrows ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles ::   Admiral: Very good, sir.   :: Grins wider ::   I seem to be fitting in nicely in that respect.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO:  Well, frankly he didn't say that what he said was confidential, but I'd rather let him or the Captain inform the crew of anything pertinent.   :: Hands up at shoulders, whatcha gonna do signal ::

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Stands as the Admiral enters ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CSO: So I am told.  Semper Fi, Commander.  

AFCO Lane says:
:: Salutes Delar mockingly ::   CMO: Yes doctor, thank you doctor.   :: Turns and leaves sickbay ::

CSO Trelan says:
ADM: Semper Fi, sir.   :: Nods as he exits ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Smiles and goes back to several reports ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::   CTO: Understood, Dathan.  Just trying to get a jump on things.

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Salutes the Captain ::   CO: It is agreeable to see you again, Captain Royce.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps over to the first officer's chair, standing next to the XO ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Nods to Sam ::   XO: How's Hope?

AFCO Lane says:
:: Heads for her quarters to change into a fresh uniform ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Eyebrow raised ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Taps his commbadge as he enters his office and takes his chair ::   *XO*: Lieutenant Delar to Commander Kelson...

XO Kelson says:
*CMO*: Kelson here, Doctor.  You must have read my mind.  I was just about to contact you.  What do you have?

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Raises right hand in Vulcan salute to the Admiral ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Steps into the shower and lets the warm pulses soothe her body ::

Host CO-Royce says:
ADM Taylor:  Admiral, please...come in

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sits in the Exec's chair, taps at the computer console ::

CMO Delar says:
*XO*: Lieutenant Lane has been released to her quarters with orders to rest. You may relax now Commander and turn off your internal red alert...she'll be just fine and you can see her soon.   :: Smiles as he closes off ::   ...Delar out.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Captain, I bring some rather disturbing news, I'm afraid, but you may know it already.

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Listens intently to the Admiral ::    ADM Taylor:  Disturbing news?

CTO Wakefield says:
Self: I guess that answers my question.   :: After hearing Delar's report ::

XO Kelson says:
*CMO*: Thank you Doctor...for everything.  Kelson out.

CSO Trelan says:
Maj: Bring up the coded tachyon particles that we scanned from the last two conduits and transfer them here.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO: First, I must give a bit of background...

AFCO Lane says:
:: Stands there for a long time enjoying the moments of relaxation ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Maj> CSO: Aye, sir.

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Motions to the Admiral to please have a seat ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: What's the status on the possible conduits, Commander?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Reads the data on the screen ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: False alarm?

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Sir, I am checking the tachyon particles from the last two conduits to see if they are similar.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Finally steps out and grabs her silk robe and pulls it around her before heading to the bed ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Begins to read over several reports from Cargo bay one...and the reports from Ensign Walker on the blood covering the floor on Deck 28.  Had he not been part Vulcan, his stomach would have turned. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Runs a level three diagnostic on all defensive systems ::

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Mr. Wakefield...How are we to engage the Borg again if necessary?

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Nods and sits ::   CO: Thank you.  As you are no doubt aware, certain rogue factions of the Romulan Empire have formed a pact with a certain...faction for lack of a better word...of the Borg.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: It appears, at least according to this, that they are coded at a rate of 145 parts per million and a frequency of 145.28

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: Well, we're down to five tri-cobalt torpedoes now, all in the forward bay...

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods at CSO's statement ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Sits on the edge of the bed rubbing her toes in the carpeting and giggling to herself ::

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Nods as she listens ::    ADM Taylor:  Yes, we discovered that.

Host CO-Royce says:
:: Hands him a PADD with her report ::    ADM Taylor:  Here is my report to you, sir

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Would you consider standing our ground and fighting next time or should we relocate the torpedos?

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: We've still got a good supply of standard and quantum torpedoes though.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  We have no real indication of why, but your encounter earlier is the first evidence of what we feared...they have designs on Federation claims in this region of space.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Standing ::   XO: Sir, if we modify the forward sensor array to emit a pulse every twenty seconds to scan for this frequency, we may be able to detect them.  It may only be a few seconds, but it's better than nothing.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Sighs deeply and flings herself back on the bed ::   Self: This is nice....

XO Kelson says:
CSO: Make it so, Commander.  A few seconds could save some lives.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: Well, there is no safe way to move our tri-cobalt torpedoes to the back bay without a tender or a Star Base...

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: We may have to run again.  Frankly Commander, it was too easy.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Aye, sir.   :: Steps swiftly up to Science One to begin modifications ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Lays there wondering what is happening up on the bridge ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Brings up the next report...the ones filled about the incidents on the bridge and he sighs thinking about Hope and Edward ::

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: At Wolf 359, we lost 39 ships and 11,000 people, and the Cube survived.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Picks up her PADD and checks power distribution as well as materials have all been delivered and everything is on schedule for the repairs. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: In 2373 we lost a dozen ships before taking out the Cube, and the Defiant was crippled in that battle, and the Enterprise was there as well.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Understood, Mr. Wakefield.  It's a good thing our engines are in working order.  We have made some progress since then though, Dathan.

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Accepts the PADD and continues ::   CO:  I will want to speak in more detail with your CTO.  I understand it was his tactics that led to the cube's destruction.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: And now, a lone Starship defeats three Romulan Warbirds and a Borg Cube by itself?

AFCO Lane says:
:: Rolls over and grabs the message PADD beside her bed and reads it's contents ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: After a few moments, hits a few controls ::

CSO Trelan says:
XO: We are ready to begin emitting the pulse, sir.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: I know we've made progress, but not that much...something about that Cube, wasn't right...

XO Kelson says:
CTO: You don't believe in luck, Dathan?   :: Smiles ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: Begin emitting pulse.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Emitting pulse...now.   :: Taps control ::

AFCO Lane says:
:: Sits up and sighs again ::   Self: This is silly, I feel fine, I'm going to the bridge.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: Not necessarily, just because the odds of something happening are 4,293,401 to 1, doesn't mean that that one time it won't happen.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  I understand your CEO has also modified them in some way.  I would like a full briefing, because we may have to stand them off.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nodding ::   Maj: Keep an eye on this.  If you get a positive reading, I want to know about it. :: Walks back to the First Officer position ::

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Would you like to expand on your feelings about the cube?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Reallocates power to engineering, from repairs completed on Deck 28. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Maj>CSO: Aye, sir.

Host CO-Royce says:
ADM Taylor: Of course.    :: Takes another PADD ::    A copy of his report is here.

CMO Delar says:
:: Sighs and leans back in his chair...after almost dozing off he realizes as he is tediously close to falling off his chair ::

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: It shouldn't have been that easy to destroy.  It shouldn't have been that easy to find a weakness in their shields, frankly there probably shouldn't have even been one.

AFCO Lane says:
:: Walks to the closet and searches for her clean uniform ::   Self: I must remember to tell ship's stores to replicate a few new ones for me.   :: Pulls out a red tunic and walks back to the bed ::

CSO Trelan says:
*CEO* Trelan to Engineering.  Status report, Mr. McGregor.

OPS Chaser says:
::  Walks over to the Duty officer and reports that repairs are complete.  Taps her commbadge *XO*: Sir-r, r-repairs a-r-re complete on Deck 28, per-r-mission to move to engineer-r-ring for suppor-r-t?

CMO Delar says:
Computer: What is the time?

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: I don't believe those were typical Borg in that Cube.  Or perhaps they lost this one battle intentionally, in order to bait us.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Maybe this is not a run-of-the-mill Borg cube.  If it was they wouldn't need the help of the Romulans would they?

AFCO Lane says:
:: Slips the robe off and sits on the bed for a moment ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  We may have to stand them off alone, if they come in force, Captain.  I have no wish to say this, but we may have to embark on a suicide mission if they come again.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: Perhaps they're just playing the Romulans too.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: There are a number of things that could be happening here...

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Sighs ::

CEO McGregor says:
*CSO* Fully operational sir.

XO Kelson says:
*OPS* Acknowledged, Ensign.  Good work.  Report to engineering, but be ready to return to the bridge at a moments notice.  Kelson out.

CMO Delar says:
<Computer> CMO: 1847 hours.

CEO McGregor says:
*CSO*: We have four modified torpedo’s in the four compartments sir

CEO McGregor says:
*CSO* Ready to go

AFCO Lane says:
:: Grabs the uniform and pulls the shirt over her head and then the pants, followed by the boots and after standing and tucking things in, puts on the tunic top ::   Self: There all ready.

CMO Delar says:
:: His eyes begins to weigh heavily as he realizes the time and can not recall the last time he had slept. ::

OPS Chaser says:
*XO* Acknowledged, Chaser-r out.

CEO McGregor says:
*CSO*: Working on last 2 aft now.

CSO Trelan says:
*CEO* Very good. Nice job. Trelan out.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: I don't think the Romulans are that ignorant.  They are too cagey to enter a cooperative effort without them being at least even handed.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO:  Or without thinking they're even handed.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Walks around the deck to the turbo lift, enters and says main engineering. :: 

Host ADM Taylor says:
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