USS Vesuvius:  Thick As Thieves -- Episode Eight

Host Gerry says:
Previously on the USS Vesuvius:

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The USS Vesuvius has had an unusual visitor.

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Two hours ago, a Romulan Warbird decloaked and demanded an audience with the CO of the Vesuvius.

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During the course of that meeting, it became clear that certain factions within the Romulan Government were attempting an alliance with the Borg for unknown ends.

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Commander H'rcksh informed the CO, XO, and CTO that the Tal Shiar (or faction thereof) was behind the incursions into Federation space and that the research that the Borg were interested in had a unique radiation signature.

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After being invited to form a joint-mission force with the Vesuvius, the Commander declined, his ship cloaked and he went on his way.

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The USS Typhoon and Admiral Taylor are rendezvousing with the Vesuvius to formulate strategy.

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Host CO Royce says:
:: In her Ready Room looking over reports, mulling over the events over the past few hours ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: In stellar cartography, using long range sensors to scan for unusual radiation signatures ::   Self: If I were an asteroid, where would I hide?

OPS Chaser says:
:: On bridge at OPS ::

XO Kelson says:
:: On bridge at command ::

FCO Horn says:
:: At helm control, flying the ship majestically through space ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Still studying the sensor readings ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: On bridge watching everything and pacing back and forth with a bounce or too ::

CIV Galen says:
:: In his quarters pulling on his tunic, looks at the time ::   Self: I hope I'm not late for my meeting with the CO.   :: Hurries and finishes getting ready ::

XO Kelson says:
ALL: Departments...check in please.

EO Davis says:
:: In Main Engineering, examining portion of hull from the Aurelius ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Pulls up personnel reports...again... ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Sitting at his desk in sickbay. He reads over reports on sickbay’s status while he begins to reflect on the dreams he has recently had ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: In his office in Main Engineering ::   *XO* Engineering reporting sir

CIV Galen says:
:: Grabs his commbadge puts it on and heads out of his quarters ::

OPS Chaser says:
XO: All systems fully power-red, and functioning nor-rmally.

XO Kelson says:
*CEO* Go ahead, Mac...

ASO Lane says:
XO: Science is still scanning the area Commander, all sensors are clear.

FCO Horn says:
XO: Helm control reporting, all systems ready

Host CO Royce says:
:: Shakes her head as she reads...  ::   Self:  Nothing!

EO Davis says:
:: Pays particular attention to the phaser burns on the plate, attempting to figure out which sort of energy discharge would create such damage ::

XO Kelson says:
OPS: Thank you, Ens. Chaser

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: We are going over debris and should have some insight soon sir

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Thank you, Lt. Lane.

CIV Galen says:
:: Hits the nearest turbolift enters the turbolift ::   Turbolift: Bridge

Host CO Royce says:
:: Gets up and moves to her window, deep in thought ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Straightens up in her chair and says ::   XO: Aye, Sir-r.

EO Davis says:
:: Lays plate on floor, then goes over it with tricorder several times ::

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Thank you, Commander.  We'll hold here until rendezvous.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around on the bridge watching ::

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Status

XO Kelson says:
*CEO* Thank you, Mac.  Engines in full readiness I presume?

FCO Horn says:
XO: Aye sir, Reducing speed now.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  A ship is on long-range scanners inbound at high warp...

CMO Delar says:
*XO*: Commander, sickbay reports ready status.  Teams have completed nearly 78% of the casualty reports from the U.S.S. Hurricane.

CIV Galen says:
:: Hears the whir go by and then the turbolift stops.  He watches the doors open, steps off the turbolift and onto the bridge. ::   XO: I'm around if you need me.   :: Passes by the Command level on his way to the CO's Ready Room ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Picks up a ship... ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: What do you think sir?

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: I'm examining part of the wreckage from the Aurelius...trying to see what kind of weapon caused the damage to it.

FCO Horn says:
XO: My sensors show a ship approaching at high speed

ASO Lane says:
XO: Commander, sensors have just picked up a ship coming in at a high rate of speed.

CIV Galen says:
:: Stops outside the door, takes a deep breath, taps the door chime ::

CTO Wakefield says:
*XO*: Commander, I'm picking up a ship approaching our position.

XO Kelson says:
*CMO* Acknowledged Doctor.  Let's finish those up so we can transfer them onto Starfleet command.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Use infrared high resolution scans

Host CO Royce says:
:: Without turning ::   Door:  Come in

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: Aye, sir.  I'll give that a try right now.

CIV Galen says:
:: Walks in snaps to attention ::   CO: Ensign Galen reporting as ordered.

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::   *CEO*: Understood Mac...carry on.

EO Davis says:
:: Quickly draws back tricorder and reconfigures scan for an infrared,
high-resolution scan, and again begins going over the plate ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Shuts down stellar cartography and heads for the bridge ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns ::   CIV:  At ease, Ensign.  Please have a seat.   :: Motions to the chair in front of her desk ::

XO Kelson says:
FCO: What's the signature, Commander.

FCO Horn says:
XO: Checking now sir

FCO Horn says:
:: Taps a few buttons to get ships ID number ::

EO Davis says:
:: Nods as more detailed results come in, though he is a little disappointed he didn't think of this himself ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Continues to track the incoming ship ::

XO Kelson says:
*CTO*: We've got it on sensors up here, Dathan.  Thank you.

CMO Delar says:
:: Looks over several of the death reports as he confirms the death certificates and prepares a transmission to Starfleet Command and Starfleet Medical ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Enters turbolift ::

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Let me know if you see what looks like speckling on her hull plates

CIV Galen says:
CO: Yes ma'am.   :: Sits down ::   CO: If I've upset you please let me know.

EO Davis says:
:: Turns to wall console and cross-references the damage data with the data from the Hurricane ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes her seat ::   CIV:  I will.  However, I've been looking at your records sent to us from Starfleet command.  They are rather vague as to your specialty.  What exactly are you doing on my ship?

FCO Horn says:
XO: It is a Federation ship, Akira Class.  It is the Typhoon sir

Host CO Royce says:
CIV:  What exactly are your reason and your specialty, Mr. Galen?

XO Kelson says:
*CO* All departments report full readiness.  We have a ship approaching at high warp on long-range sensors.  It's the Typhoon, Ma'am.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Exits turbolift onto the bridge, nods to the TO on duty and takes the tactical station ::

Host CO Royce says:
*XO*:  Thank you, Commander.

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Excellent.  Thank you Commander.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Perks her ears at the mention of the Admiral's ship. ::

XO Kelson says:
OPS: Hail the Typhoon when they are in range.

EO Davis says:
*CEO*:  Aye sir.

FCO Horn says:
XO: Part of the job sir

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* ASAP if you can

CIV Galen says:
CO: Well, the specialty I trained in mainly was diplomacy…although I was also trained in Engineering.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Looks over readings on his display...all in the green ::

XO Kelson says:
FCO: True...we'll see how you are at the important part of Flight Control soon I hope.   :: Smiles ::

EO Davis says:
:: See's that the phaser fire from the Aurelius is consistent with what was fired on the Hurricane; in all probability, the same type of weapons attacked both ships ::

CIV Galen says:
CO: So in other words I'm mainly a diplomat.

CMO Delar says:
Self: Crewman Jocelyn Davis, Age 23, Assignment Anti-matter Flow Regulator...U.S.S. Hurricane...Ensign Keena Saunders, Age 27, assignment, Quartermasters office.

FCO Horn says:
XO: Can't wait

Host CO Royce says:
CIV:  I've noticed you are handy in many areas.  Diplomacy is not mentioned in your records.  That is good to know.  I may need you for diplomatic relations in this mission.  I want you completely up to date with everything that has been going on.

CNS Shirley says:
XO: I am not sensing nothing unusual or anything, Sir.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around and watches everything ::

CIV Galen says:
CO: Yes sir.

Host CO Royce says:
CIV:  In other words, I want you ready to talk, if we need a diplomatic team.

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Of course, from my reports on your history with your last ship, I don't expect to be let down.

ASO Lane says:
:: Looks over at the back of Sam's head and sighs ::

CIV Galen says:
CO: Understood sir.

EO Davis says:
:: Takes tricorder and heads to Chief Engineer's Office ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   CIV:  Thank you, Ensign.  You're dismissed.

FCO Horn says:
XO: I'll try not to disappoint you, Sir

XO Kelson says:
CNS: I expect not, Counselor.  Just some old friends dropping by...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Goes back to her reports making a few notes ::

OPS Chaser says:
XO: One minute to COMM r-range.  Open a channel?

CIV Galen says:
CO: Yes sir.

CIV Galen says:
:: Stands up turns and heads out of the captains ready room.

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Yes Sir....

EO Davis says:
:: Chimes the CEO's office door, seeing if he is there ::

XO Kelson says:
OPS: When you are ready, Ensign.

CIV Galen says:
:: Walks through the doors onto the bridge ::

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Kelson to Wakefield.  Dathan...any luck on locating the asteroid?

CNS Shirley says:
:: Looks at the CIV and smiles ::

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: Negative Commander.

EO Davis says:
:: Steps away from door ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Sees the CNS, walks over ::   CNS: How's our patient.

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: Davis to McGregor.

OPS Chaser says:
COMM: Typhoon: This is Vesuvius.  Do you r-read?

CMO Delar says:
:: Signs several more forms and release forms. It is his wish to get several of the less seriously injured out of the shuttle bays in hope of making the medical team's jobs a little smoother. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CIV:  I haven't checked on him yet.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Go

CIV Galen says:
CNS: Well I was just going to head down and see if he needed at hand for the time being.

Host Gerry says:
#COMM:  Vesuvius: This is Typhoon.  We are approaching your coordinates momentarily.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: The real question is not how do we find it, but where would we hide it if we were them.

CNS Shirley says:
CIV: If you can go check on him, and let me know if he has another episode please.

XO Kelson says:
:: Shakes head ::   CTO: Wild goose chase if you ask me...

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: Two things, sir.  First, it looks like the phaser fire that struck the Aurelius is consistent with what hit the Hurricane.

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: It could be.

EO Davis says:
*CEO*:  Second, I wanted to ask what the speckling in the infrared scan was an indicator of.

FCO Horn says:
XO: ETA for the USS Typhoon to approach our position is 2.5 minutes

CIV Galen says:
CNS: You got it.

CNS Shirley says:
CIV: Thank you

CIV Galen says:
:: Heads up the back of the bridge and steps onto the turbolift ::

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Thank you, Commander.

OPS Chaser says:
COMM: Typhoon: Under-r-stood.  We await your-r a-r-rival.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Continues going over maps of the region and runs scans for more information ::

CIV Galen says:
Turbolift: Sickbay

FCO Horn says:
:: Pushes a few buttons on her console to keep ship in position ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Continues to work on the data transmission. His computer beeps as data is transmitted to him from Crewman Farmer, and he is able to complete more forms. ::

CEO McGregor says:
*EO*: Something we saw in a Romulan hiding place a few months back

XO Kelson says:
*CO* 2.4 minutes to arrival of the Typhoon, Ma'am.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO*: Was it there?

CIV Galen says:
:: Taps his commbadge ::   *CO*: I'll be in Sickbay continuing to give the doctor hand.  If you need me call.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Thinks about the events of the past few hours...tapping her fingers on her desk ::

Host CO Royce says:
*XO*:  Thank you, Commander.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around and watches everything. ::

EO Davis says:
*CEO*:  I wasn't looking at that the first time around.  But I'm going to look right now again.  I just wanted to understand its importance.

EO Davis says:
:: Heads back to scanner ::

Host CO Royce says:
*CIV* Acknowledged, Mr. Galen. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Not picking anything up, no dark matter nebulae, no sub-space dead zones, nothing ::

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Make it a good search and fast

CIV Galen says:
:: Arrives at sickbay, walks out of the turbolift and into sickbay ::
CMO: Doctor you around?

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: Aye sir.  Davis out.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Adjusts his sash and tightens the straps on his katana ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Walks to science station ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Sir the damage to both ships seems to be consistent

EO Davis says:
:: Sets plate back down and again begins running reconfigured tricorder over the phaser-burned areas ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: Both the same

CMO Delar says:
:: Looks up as he hears someone enter sickbay. Noticing the other doctors and nurses are busy, he stands from his desk and goes into the main area. ::
CIV: Ensign Galen...checking up on me?   :: Smiles ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Typhoon drops out of warp and with a smooth lateral roll and a left-standard rudder, matches course and velocity with the USS Vesuvius...

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Well yes I am checking up on you.   :: Whispers ::   I'm worried about you Lon. You need an extra set of hands?

XO Kelson says:
:: Sighs ::   *CEO* Acknowledged.  File your report to me when finished.  Kelson out.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Puts the Typhoon on screen. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: The Typhoon has pulled alongside us, matching our course and speed.

ASO Lane says:
:: Looks up as the XO approaches ::   XO: Something I can do for you Commander?

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Aye sir

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around and watches everything. ::

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Thank you Dathan.

CMO Delar says:
:: Looks around sickbay as the remainder of the staff carry out their duties with very little noise ::   CIV: Not right now...come with me...   ::Motions towards his office ::

EO Davis says:
:: Routes his tricorder scan through the console and magnifies, hoping to get a better view ::

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Just wanted to see you in your new surroundings.   :: Smiles ::

CTO Wakefield says:
XO: Shall I receive the Admiral?

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Aye sir...   :: Walks with the CMO to his office ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Smiles ::   XO: I admit sir, it takes some getting used to.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Let's wait to see what he wants to do first, Dathan.

FCO Horn says:
:: Monitors the other ship's flight path and makes necessary adjustments to keep them within safety limits ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Gets up and goes to her window, looking out ::

XO Kelson says:
ASO: I'm sure you'll do fine.   :: Pats her reassuringly ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Notices the Typhoon nearby ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves back to command ::

OPS Chaser says:
*CO* Incoming message Code For-rty Seven.

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Typhoon is along side, Captain.

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS*:  Send it to my Ready Room, Ensign

CMO Delar says:
:: Turns around and takes a seat, motioning for Galen to do the same ::   CIV: I thank you for your concern Eddie...however I have my duties to carry out...as you know...

Host CO Royce says:
*XO*:  Acknowledged.  Have Mr. Wakefield meet him.

ASO Lane says:
:: Returns to her sensor readings ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Raises eyebrows ::   Self: Interesting...

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Aye, Captain.   :: Routes the message to her Ready Room. ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Sits :: CMO: Yes I know Lon.

EO Davis says:
:: Intensifies scan on an area of small markings, unsure of what it is ::

XO Kelson says:
CTO: You heard the lady, Dathan.  Time to greet our guest.   :: Smiles ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Activates her computer, reading the message for Captain's Eyes Only ::

XO Kelson says:
*CO*: Acknowledged, Captain.

CMO Delar says:
:: Hands Edward a PADD ::   CIV: So...we can talk...but you can help me process this paperwork...   :: Smiles foolishly and picks up an identical
PADD ::

EO Davis says:
:: Nods and grins to himself a little ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Bows head and holds hands up in the I told you so motion, then smiles and enters the turbolift for the transporter room ::

EO Davis says:
Self: Well I'll be damned.  That was a good call.

XO Kelson says:
:: Shakes head at CTO's gesture ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Reaches for the PADD ::   CMO: I think I can help you do that.   :: Smiles at the CMO ::

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: Davis to McGregor.  There is speckling on the hull plates for sure.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Good work

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  Admiral Taylor's message scrolls across the screen for the CO...

CEO McGregor says:
:: Taps Comm Badge ::   *XO*: McGregor to Kelson

CMO Delar says:
Out loud: Lieutenant (jg) Edward Thompsons, Age 21, Assignment Tactical Assistant, Cause of Death, depressed skull fracture to left temple...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Notes the message has been received by Captain Royce. ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Exits turbolift and heads for transporter room three ::

XO Kelson says:
*CEO*: Kelson here, Mac...

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Lon, what're we looking for?   :: Smiles ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around and watches everything. ::

CMO Delar says:
CIV: I need to catalogue the U.S.S. Hurricane manifest and match it with the list of identified officers rescued recently...

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Remember that Planetoid we found that new Romulan Technology on a few months back?

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: Those new hand weapons

EO Davis says:
:: Unsure about why this speckling is so important, but figures all things have a reason ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Thinks back ::   *CEO* Yes...I do recall that mission...go on.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Aye sir.   :: Starts going to work, cataloguing the manifests in quietness

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods as she reads the message ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* It would seem they have expanded those weapons to ships

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Enters transporter room and access's comm system ::
COMM: Typhoon: Typhoon this is the Vesuvius, we are prepared to receive the Admiral.

XO Kelson says:
*CEO*: Is that the pattern you are getting, Mac?  That's not good...

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  Admiral Taylor materializes on the transporter padd.

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: We test fired those hand weapons and I found some rather strange markings on the test plates

CTO Wakefield says:
Self: Wow, that was quick.

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: Same patterns on both ships hulls sir

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM: Admiral.   :: Salutes with a Vulcan 'V' ::

CIV Galen says:
CMO: So have you had any more flashes of visions?

EO Davis says:
:: Again reshapes image on console, hoping to obtain the most optimal view of this phenomenon in case proof is needed ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Not good sir

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Raises hand in Vulcan salute ::   CTO:  It is most agreeable to see you again, Mister Wakefield.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO*: To my office please

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: Aye, sir.

XO Kelson says:
*CEO*: So how does it affect hull plating?  Do we have any defense against the new weapon?

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around and watches everything. ::   *CIV* Is everything all right?

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM: And you Admiral.  I assume you wish to see the Captain.   :: Motions to the door in the direction of the turbolift ::

CMO Delar says:
CIV: Not since we last spoke Eddie...   :: Smiles ::   ...I'm fine, really...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves to the replicator and orders a pot of Vulcan Spice tea with two cups and saucers ::

EO Davis says:
:: Places tricorder in stand-by mode by closing it, then files into the Chief Engineer's office ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* It destabilizes the molecular structure

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Lon, You know, I care about you.  I'm just looking out for your safety.

XO Kelson says:
:: Whistles low ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO:  You assume correctly as usual.  I wish this were more pleasant circumstances.   :: Face is grim ::

EO Davis says:
:: Looks at the CEO ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Walks along corridor towards turbolift ::

EO Davis says:
CEO:  Reporting as requested.

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM: Aye.

FCO Horn says:
:: Continues to monitor her station, being bored ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* It breaks down the hull

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Follows the CTO ::

XO Kelson says:
*CEO* Shields have any effect on stopping it?

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Once inside the ship breaks down all ships systems

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around and watches everything. ::   *CIV* Is everything all right?

CMO Delar says:
Out loud: Ensign Charles Goring, Age 36, assignment, Hurricane shuttle technician. Cause of death, depressurization - short term null grav, zero Kelvin exposure.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Have you been listening?

CIV Galen says:
*CNS*: So far so good.

EO Davis says:
:: Nods ::

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM: Even though it’s been three years since the end of the war, we're not exactly ready for something like this yet.

EO Davis says:
CEO: I think I've caught the general gist of it.

CNS Shirley says:
*CIV* Good.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes the pot, the saucers from the replicator and places them on her
desk ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: Theirs didn’t

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Enters turbolift ::   Computer: Bridge.

CMO Delar says:
CIV: I know Eddie...but...

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: We better come up with something

CIV Galen says:
CMO: But what Lon?

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO:  Indeed.  I lost a good many friends on the Typhoon during that war.  I was her CTO and then XO at that time.   :: Lost in thought ::

XO Kelson says:
*CEO* Massive energy weapon.  Hate to see what effect it has on humanoids.  :: Shudders ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods her head as she finishes reading the message, files under her personal security code ::

CMO Delar says:
CIV: ...I think...I just need to go through this on my own. I thank you for your support, however I am unsure as to any course of action you could take to aid me in this situation.

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: We have data

EO Davis says:
CEO: What is it?  Just a variation to their regular disruptors?

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: We're on it

CIV Galen says:
CMO: You know you just have to ask if you want to talk or anything.
:: Trails off as he looks back for the next name on the lists ::

CTO Wakefield says:
ADM: Hmmm.  I lost my past, my present, and my future during that war.

XO Kelson says:
*CEO* I'm sure you are, Mac.  Need any assistance?

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Extreme variation

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Enters bridge ::   ALL: Admiral on the bridge!!!

CNS Shirley says:
~~~~Deep apprehension ~~~~   :: Walks around ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO:  Many of us did.  My brother was killed during the war.

CMO Delar says:
CIV: I know...and you know that I will when the time requires it.

XO Kelson says:
:: Stands ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Stands at attention ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Possible Romulan/Borg collaboration

OPS Chaser says:
ALL: Admir-ral on the br-ridge.

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  As you were.

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

Host CO Royce says:
:: Deep in thought about the received transmission ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Stands at attention ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: Could use someone from Sciences

CTO Wakefield:  :: walks to ready room and presses door chime:: (DRCHIME.wav)

OPS Chaser says:
:: Jumps to attention, tail sticking straight up behind her. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Door:  Come in.

ASO Lane says:
:: Spots the Admiral but continues working ::

XO Kelson says:
*CEO*: You got it, Mac.  I'll send Lt. Lane down.

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Raises the Vulcan salute ::   ALL:  It is most agreeable to see you again.
:: Proceeds to ready room ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO* Aye sir

CMO Delar says:
Out loud: Cadet Sengara, Age 17, Assignment, Astrophysics Student. Cause of death, 3rd degree plasma burns - lack of treatment.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Presses open door button and motions for the Admiral to enter ::   ADM:  Sir.

EO Davis says:
:: Wonders if a true solution is possible to this other than simply destroying whatever ship has this sort of disruptor ::

CEO McGregor says:
*XO*: And sir...I would avoid a confrontation until we fine out something

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Hope?  I need you to report to the Engineering office to help McGregor with his latest findings.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Rises as the doors open ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO:  My thanks Mister Wakefield.   :: Enters the ready room ::

XO Kelson says:
*CEO*: Good suggestion, Mac.  We'll do our best.  Kelson out.

CIV Galen says:
:: Continues working diligently on the task at hand ::

ASO Lane says:
XO: Aye Sir, on my way.   :: Smiles as she heads for the turbolift ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits in her chair with a deep breath; the Admiral scares her to death. ::

CEO McGregor says:
EO: We need to get to work

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises the Vulcan salute ::   ADM:  It's good to see you again Admiral.  Tea?

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles in return ::

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Let me see what you have

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around ::

CMO Delar says:
:: At reading the Cadet's name he sighs deeply ::   CIV: ...she was due to graduate in three months.   :: Looks almost depressed, for a Vulcan ::

EO Davis says:
CEO: What do you think it is about their disruptors that cause this sort of degradation?

EO Davis says:
:: Hands tricorder over to McGregor ::

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Notices Chaser's reaction as he turns to head for his station ::

CTO Wakefield says:
OPS: Something wrong Ensign?

ASO Lane says:
:: Enters the turbolift ::   Turbolift: Engineering section.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: That is what we are going to find out

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  As you were, Captain.   :: Raises hand ::   I'm afraid there is no time, or I would take your kind offer.  You have read my intelligence report?

CIV Galen says:
:: Stands up and walks over to the CMO's side and sees what he's looking at :: CMO: Sad really.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Takes Tricorder ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Jumps to attention ::   CTO: No Sir-r-r.

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  Yes I have.  At all costs I see.

ASO Lane says:
:: Hums in the lift as it descends ::

EO Davis says:
:: Awaits orders ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  You and I are the only two beings alive that know this, Captain.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Looks like this cadet had a lot of potential.

CMO Delar says:
:: Taps the PADD and switches the image to the next officer ::   CIV: Quite sad, however as a physician, I must remain detached.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Looks back towards the ready room, then back towards the Ensign ::
OPS: Very well.

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Returns to his station and continues scanning the Neutral Zone ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   ADM:  Do you have any information on the location of this asteroid?  And why the asteroid?

CMO Delar says:
CIV: Almost too much potential...she shouldn't have been in a combat zone...however there is little we can do to change that situation at this time.

OPS Chaser says:
CTO: Aye, Sir-r:

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  Is this where you believe this instrument was taken?

CEO McGregor says:
EO: It's a plasma weapon...but there is something else

CIV Galen says:
CMO: You’re right.   :: Walks over sits back down ::   Now lets talk about you? What are those dreams about that you keep having?

EO Davis says:
:: Mind begins to generate possible ideas ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Exits the turbolift and enters main engineering, looking around for Mr. McGregor ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Suffice it to say that had we not received a break like this Romulan Commander of yours, we may well have been totally flummoxed if the Romulan/Borg alliance were to have used this technology.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Finds a chair and sits down thinking ::

CMO Delar says:
CIV: I have had one dream...and it is something that is unsettling and I am unsure whether I wish to discuss it at this time...Eddie...

EO Davis says:
CEO: Is it possible they are piggybacking something through the plasma stream?  Or maybe they use something that reacts with our shields that causes this?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sets transporters for diagnostic she found no request for the transport of the Admiral. ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Walks over to his office and rings the chime ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Wonders what information the Admiral has for the Captain ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Yes, it is.  The Typhoon is following you in as backup.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: You know as well as I do, sometimes you have to talk about stuff you don't want to.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  I have to put a delicate question to you.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   ADM:  That would be wonderful, sir, considering the circumstances.   Of course, sir.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Several actually.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Piggybacking yes.  Shields no.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles and listens attentively ::

CMO Delar says:
CIV: As a trained psychologist I am quite aware Edward...however this is a situation I am quite unfamiliar with...

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  How much do you know about the internal workings of Starfleet Intelligence?

EO Davis says:
:: Snaps fingers ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Rises ::   EO: Harmonics

ASO Lane says:
:: Waits for someone to admit her ::

CEO McGregor says:
EO: That’s it

CNS Shirley says:
*CMO*: Are you all right today?

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Harmonics

EO Davis says:
CEO: As a temporary solution, we could try to reconfigure the deflector shield.  If we can deflect most of their shots rather than absorbing them, it would make things a little easier.

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  None, sir.  My CTO, I feel knows more about Starfleet Intelligence than I...or perhaps he has the contacts where I do not

EO Davis says:
:: Nods, and quiets down to give McGregor a chance to explain ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Hearing the beep of his commbadge he taps it with a smile ::   *CNS*: I am feeling quite agreeable Lieutenant, thank you.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: No, NO, NO...It wraps around and feeds

ASO Lane says:
:: Hits the chime again ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Your CTO is no threat.  Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of Starfleet Intelligence itself.  We have a mole.

CNS Shirley says:
*CMO*: All right.  Let me know if you need me, or anything....

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   ADM:  Do you fear this mole is in Starfleet Intelligence?

CMO Delar says:
*CNS*: Understood, Delar out.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: See Lon, there’s two people here who want to help you…

EO Davis says:
CEO:  If we want to alter the shield harmonics, we need to know exactly what they are carrying through the beams to eliminate it.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  I fear it's near the top.   On every hand we are outfoxed.  Statistically, there is little chance we are that bad at the cloak and dagger game.  We should have ACCIDENTALLY gotten a few tidbits.  But no, at every turn, we are...   :: Face darkens ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Enter ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  We are...   :: Clearly angered and flustered ::   ... BETRAYED.

CMO Delar says:
CIV: I know Eddie...and I am grateful for the help...however personal treatment is not high on my priority at this time. I am able to control the dreams and will allow them to resurface in time so that I can confront the situation.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Very well, you know where my quarters are if you need to chat.  Drop by at any hour.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   ADM:  Do you wish my CTO to have no further contact with Starfleet Intelligence?  Or should I keep him out of the loop...something I do not wish to do.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Bio-molecular

CMO Delar says:
CIV: I will...thanks...   :: Continues to look down at his PADD ::

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Phased Bio-Molecular

ASO Lane says:
:: Watches the door slide open and steps through ::   CEO: Chief, Commander Kelson sent me down. What can I do for you?

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Sir!

CEO McGregor says:
EO: That’s how it gets through the shields

EO Davis says:
:: Nods at Lane ::

EO Davis says:
:: Shakes head ::

CNS Shirley says:
~~~~Senses rage in the Admiral~~~~

ASO Lane says:
:: Nods to the EO ::

CEO McGregor says:
EO: It adapts

CMO Delar says:
:: Taps his comm badge as the last batch of reports are transmitted to him :: *XO*: Delar to Kelson...

XO Kelson says:
:: Startled ::   CNS: Yes, counselor?

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: Hello Lane

CTO Wakefield says:
:: Continues scanning ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  No, I think your CTO is one of the few men with contacts at Starfleet Intelligence we CAN trust.  Everyone else is somehow tainted and suspect.  Now...How do you feel about the Treaty of Algernon?

CNS Shirley says:
XO:  Sir, I am very concerned about the Captain

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: How are you lass

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Sir.   :: Nods ::

XO Kelson says:
*CMO* Kelson here, Doctor.  Stand by...

CIV Galen says:
:: Looks on ::

EO Davis says:
CEO: But we'll run into problems if we have to change shield harmonics every time they fire.  There has to be a better option…

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Well thank you.

XO Kelson says:
CNS: The Captain?  Is she all right?

CNS Shirley says:
XO: I am having a lot of rage in the Admiral.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Lets run a bio-molecular scan of the plates

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  I honestly must review the treaty.  I do not, regrettably, have an answer to that, sir.   :: Feels a little foolish ::

CEO McGregor says:
EO: I don't care how minute the particle is I want to see it

XO Kelson says:
CNS: Rage?  From a Vulcan?  That doesn't seem possible...

CEO McGregor says:
EO: If it is there

EO Davis says:
:: Nods ::

EO Davis says:
CEO:  Aye, sir.  I'll get right on it.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Hands the ASO the Tricorder ::

CMO Delar says:
CIV: Probably busy?   :: Smiles ::

XO Kelson says:
CNS: Just a second, Counselor.   :: Taps commbadge ::   *CMO*: Go ahead , Doctor.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Not necessary.  It's the document that set up the Romulan Neutral Zone.  It also forbids the Federation to use cloaking devices in the alpha quadrant.

ASO Lane says:
:: Listens closely ::   CEO: And what would you like me to do sir?   :: Takes the tricorder ::

CIV Galen says:
CMO: You’re probably right, ooh wait.

EO Davis says:
:: Heads back out of the office to the hull plate, then picks it up and brings it out to the master systems display ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  That planetoid is in the Neutral Zone.  We are going in there, Captain.  How do you feel about that?

CMO Delar says:
CIV: Ah...here we go...   *XO*: Commander in 5 minutes and 30 seconds I should be transmitting the entire Hurricane manifest, with a matching list of officers recovered and identified aboard the Vesuvius for transmission to Starfleet Command...sir...

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: Confirm my theory

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  Not a good treaty if we can't use cloaking devices when we have to...like for this situation.

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Theory sir?

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  I'm up for the challenge, sir, as is my crew.

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: I believe the weapon used is plasma based with a piggyback
Bio-molecular tag

EO Davis says:
:: Heads back into the locker just off of Main Engineering and searches for a more thorough scanning device than a tricorder ::

XO Kelson says:
*CMO*: That's good to hear, Doctor.  I'm sure Starfleet will be impressed by your promptness.  Kelson out.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  You realize, I have just ordered you to commit an act of war, Captain?

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: Which allows the weapon to penetrate shields and degrade the hull of the ship being attacked

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Interesting theory indeed, sir.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: well I'm just about done this batch.

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  Yes I do, sir.  However, with the information you sent me...I see no other alternative.

CNS Shirley says:
XO:  I feel rage sir.  I am just worried about her, Sir....

XO Kelson says:
CNS: I guess we may be in for more than we thought with the Romulans, eh Counselor?

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: The Bio-molecules are phased

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Will your crew follow you in there?

EO Davis says:
:: Finds a scanning specific device and hauls it back out onto the master systems display table, placing it down and placing the hull sample on to it ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Yes Sir....

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: Allowing them to adapt to shield harmonics

CMO Delar says:
:: Smiles and looks up at Galen ::   CIV: Thank you Eddie...

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  I have a great crew.  I believe they will carry out my orders without question.

EO Davis says:
:: Adjusts the scanning edge and sets it for the most intensive scan level, then activates the device ::

XO Kelson says:
CNS: I think the Captain is safe with the Admiral.  If not, she's only a room away.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Diagnostic comes back no malfunction in the Transporter array, the Admiral transported without authorization, hmmm guess he can do whatever he likes and giggles under her breath. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  I'm relieved to hear that.  Captain...

CIV Galen says:
:: Smiles back at Delar ::   CMO: Your most welcome Lon.   :: Reaches over and puts his hand on top of the doctors free hand ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Looks at XO with determination. ::   XO: Yes Sir.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles ::  ADM:  Are we to run this mission in silence.  No further communication when you return to your ship?

CMO Delar says:
:: Smiles and after a moment takes his hand away and snatches the PADD out of Galen's other hand ::   CIV: Now Ensign...I believe you have an assignment on the bridge?

XO Kelson says:
CNS: But thank you for your insight.  It's good to know what the tension is like in there.

CIV Galen says:
CMO: Actually I probably should wander up to the bridge see if my diplomatic skills are needed.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  You are hereby ordered on my authority to go in by whatever means necessary and retrieve or destroy that equipment at all costs.  If our ships communicate, it must be tight-beamed and coded to my personal code.
:: Hands her an optical disk containing the code encryptions ::

ASO Lane says:
CEO: I see. Have you completed a preliminary analysis of the molecular structure yet?

CNS Shirley says:
XO:  I know Sir, but I don’t like the rage I am feeling

CMO Delar says:
:: Smiles ::   CIV: Then get moving mister...

CIV Galen says:
:: Stands up and nods to the CMO ::   CMO: Later Lon. Say want to do something on our off duty hours?

CMO Delar says:
CIV: That would be nice...I'll see you in a few hours...

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods to CNS ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes the disk from the Admiral ::   ADM:  Understood, sir.  Is there anything else?

EO Davis says:
:: Stares at the scanner with patience as it continues combing over the sample, back and forth ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Sits down and just watches the door of the ready room ::

CIV Galen says:
CMO: You got an appointment.  See you in a few hours.   :: Walks out of sickbay and to the nearest turbolift, steps on ::   Turbolift: Bridge

CEO McGregor says:
ASO: Working on it now

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Report

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  I'm sorry this mission had to fall to you, Captain.  There is a high likelihood we shall not meet in this life again.

ASO Lane says:
:: Looks down at the tricorder readings and starts humming ::

EO Davis says:
*CEO*:  Still scanning, sir.  It will probably be a few minutes.

CIV Galen says:
:: Hears the Turbolift stop as it reaches the bridge :: watches the doors open and steps out ::

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  Sir, I believe in my crew.  We will see each other again.   :: Smiles ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Stands  at the back of the bridge ::

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Need help?

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: No, sir.  The computer is just on auto-scan, just waiting on it to finish.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Looks over at the CIV ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Nods to the CNS ::

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Well from these readings the phased molecules seem consistent with your theory.

CIV Galen says:
:: Walks down ::   CNS: Lon, didn't have anymore episodes while I was with him.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Life signs?

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Rises, ending the meeting ::   CO:  I pray it is so, Captain.  You may release this information to your senior officers as you see fit, but on a need to know basis.  I will beam directly back from this location.  Give my regards to the bridge crew.   :: Taps communicator ::   COMM: Typhoon: One to beam over.

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Are any of them alive?

CNS Shirley says:
CIV: Good...I will check on him later...

EO Davis says:
*CEO*:  None so far, but the scan is not finished.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises the Vulcan hand sign ::  ADM:  Live long and prosper, sir

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  The admiral dematerializes from the ready room...

CEO McGregor says:
*EO* Sorry but I have to contain you

CIV Galen says:
CNS: No need.  I'm getting together with him after our duty shift.  I'll keep you appraised.

CMO Delar says:
:: Continues on with his paper work and prepares the transmission to the XO ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Rises and exits her Ready Room to the Bridge ::

CNS Shirley says:
CIV: I have to keep a check on him, or I will have to talk to the Captain about him....

EO Davis says:
*CEO*: What do you mean, sir?

XO Kelson says:
ALL: Captain on the bridge!

OPS Chaser says:
:: Jumps to attention::

Host ADM Taylor says:
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