The Shadow Lands:  Episode One

Host Gerry says:
Previously on the USS Vesuvius:

Host Gerry says:
The USS Vesuvius had been ordered to rendezvous with the USS Typhoon for further orders from Admiral Taylor.  No other information was forthcoming, and the ship has been traveling at maximum warp for nearly 12 hours.  They are nearing the rendezvous, however, the USS Typhoon is nowhere to be seen.

Host Gerry says:
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Host CO Royce says:
:: On the bridge, sitting in her chair, legs tucked under her chair and crossed at the ankles, reading a PADD ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: At station, finishing the diagnostics on her console and the transporters ::

FCO Horn says:
::At helm  at station keeping, running constant scans for any ships in the area ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Standing at the rear of the bridge at the main science console ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Making her way to the bridge in the turbolift ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: In office reading papers ::

FCO Horn says:
CO: No sign of any ships in the area yet

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Thank you, Cmdr.  Please keep an eye open.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Diagnostic for OPS console and transporters completed and passed, Ma'am.

FCO Horn says:
CO: Always do

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Thank you, Lt.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Aye Captain.

XO Kelson says:
:: At chair, finishing crew reports ::

FCO Horn says:
CO: At present speed 11mins 47.8secs to destination

ASO Lane says:
:: Enters the bridge and walks over to the CSO ::   CSO: Lane reporting sir.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Is feeling a bit uneasy not knowing what to expect from the Admiral ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks out of quarters and heads to turbolift for the bridge ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Takes a quick glance over at Sam ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Enters turbo lift and exits on bridge ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: You've been pretty quiet about the Admiral's visit.  Anything you can let me in on?   :: Smiles ::

CSO Trelan says:
ASO: Take Science two, Lieutenant.

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Aye sir.

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Thank you.

ASO Lane says:
:: Makes her way to science two and brings the console to life ::

CSO Trelan says:
CO/XO: Sensor sweeps of the area are negative. I'm not even reading the Typhoon on long-range sensors.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  I'm afraid not.  You have what I've been told.

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods ::   CO: Well, I guess we will soon find out.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Yes we will, Cmdr.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Commander! Massive ion radiation spike off the port beam! +500 meters!

XO Kelson says:
CSO: No sight of the Typhoon yet, Commander?  Wonder what's taking them so long...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises her left eyebrow... ::

XO Kelson says:
FCO: All stop!

Host CO Royce says:
CSO:  What's the cause of that spike, Cmdr?

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

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  A Vessel is decloaking 500 meters above and port, but alongside the Vesuvius

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits up straight in her chair, put on her seat belt. ::

CSO Trelan says:
XO/CO: Vessel decloaking off the port bow!

FCO Horn says:
XO: Aye, all stop.   :: Pushes a few buttons and slows the ship until it comes to a full stop ::

Host CO Royce says:
CSO:  Identify vessel

OPS Chaser says:
:: prepares to scan the ship ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The USS Typhoon decloaks...

ASO Lane says:
CSO: I have it on sensors as well.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Runs scans ::

CSO Trelan says:
CO: Captain...it's...   :: Looks up ::   …The Typhoon.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Awe in voice ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Sees the vessel on screen ::   CSO:  Thank you, Cmdr

XO Kelson says:
Self: Funny...I thought that was illegal...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Breaths a sight of relief and prepare to open a channel ::

CSO Trelan says:
Self: What in the world...???

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Sir, a cloaked Federation ship?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Wonders about the Typhoon's appearance... ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Feels uneasy about seeing a Federation ship with a cloaking device ::

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Open a channel...

CSO Trelan says:
ASO: I'm as stumped as you are, Hope.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Opens a channel and nods to the CO ::   CO: Channel open.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Senses everything is okay ::

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: Typhoon:  Captain Royce of the USS Vesuvius here....

XO Kelson says:
:: Thinks he can't wait to find out the reason behind the cloaking device ::

Host Gerry says:
#COMM: Vesuvius:  Admiral Taylor in Command of the USS Typhoon.  I apologize for the sudden appearance, Captain.  It was...necessary.  I must beam aboard.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Perks her ears, and bounces slightly in her seat, being a lil nervous. ::

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: Typhoon:  I will meet you in my Ready Room, Admiral.

CNS Shirley says:
:: All of a sudden I feel uneasiness of the crew ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Taps her console to make sure there aren't any other spatial distortions indicating a possible cloaked ship ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Locks onto the Admiral's coordinates ::

Host Gerry says:
#COMM: Vesuvius: CO: I would suggest the briefing room with your most trusted officers, Captain.  This concerns all of you.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Scans Typhoon for possible explanations...hadn't heard of a cloak in a Federation vessel for a hundred years ::

Host Gerry says:
#COMM: Vesuvius:  CO:  Beam me directly there.

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: Typhoon:  As you wish Admiral.  Royce out.

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Beam the Admiral to the Observation Lounge

ASO Lane says:
:: Wonders why the Typhoon is running cloaked ::

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Aye, Captain.

Host CO Royce says:
XO/CSO:  You're with me.  Cmdr Horn, you have the bridge.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Gets up and moves to the Observation Lounge ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to ASO, nods ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Beams the Admiral to the Briefing room. ::

FCO Horn says:
CO: Aye Ma'am

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters the Observation Lounge ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods and rises to follow Captain ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Turns and heads for Observation Lounge ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Admiral Taylor materializes in the briefing room and awaits the arrival of the Vesuvius command staff.

ASO Lane says:
:: Watches some of the senior officers leaving the bridge ::   Self: This must be important.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Enters the lounge as the Admiral materializes ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns to Hope before he enters room and raises eyebrow and half smiles ::

Host CO Royce says:
ADM Taylor:  Sir...     :: Waits for her other officers ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves into Observation Lounge ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Wonders where the Admiral got cloaking technology, and resists the urge to scan his ship to see what kind it is. ::

CSO Trelan says:
ADM: Admiral.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Remains standing ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Moves behind his seat ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Raises hand in Vulcan Greeting, looking grimmer than usual ::
ALL:  Peace and Long life.

ASO Lane says:
:: Spots Sam's half smile and thinks how wonderful it is ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Feels a little sad at being not counted as a 'trusted officer' ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Returns greeting ::   ADM: Admiral.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Raises hand to return salute ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Returns the salute ::   ADM Taylor:  You know my 1st officer, Samuel Kelson...my 2nd Officer LtCmdr Trelan Drukkar

FCO Horn says:
:: Sits in the big chair ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Motions to her officers ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Please summon the rest of your senior officers.  They will need to hear some of this as well.  

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods when mentioned ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks to Sam ::   XO:  Request the other officers to the Observation Lounge.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sits down ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Looks at the very pregnant FCO almost struggling in the big chair ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes her seat at the table ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Yes, Indeed.   XO/2O:  Greetings once again, gentlemen.  I wish it were good tidings that brought me here.

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes, Ma'am.   :: Hits combadge::   All: Senior officers report to Observation Lounge immediately…Captain's orders.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Tries to keep his expression stoic, but to no avail ::

FCO Horn says:
::Tries to get comfortable, but the sides of the chair keeps poking into her side ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Turns and looks out a view port and waits, an almost sad expression on his face ::

XO Kelson says:
ADM: You haven't steered us wrong yet, Admiral.   :: Smiles ::

ASO Lane says:
:; Moves over to help the FCO ::   FCO: Here let me give you hand.

Host ADM Taylor says:
XO: I'm glad of that myself.  I hope that record can remain intact.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Motions to a chair ::   ADM Taylor:  Please, be comfortable while we await the others.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Logs her station off to a Mission OPS technician and goes to the briefing ::

FCO Horn says:
ASO: Thank you. This pregnant thing does get inconvenient at times

OPS Chaser says:
:: Straightens her uniform and goes through the door ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Holds her arm for a moment ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Thank you.   :: Sits, looking down at the table for a moment and then up as the officers file in ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Rubs the base of her neck slightly to relieve a bit of tension there ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Takes arm and scoots into the chair where she can be comfortable ::

ASO Lane says:
FCO: I believe your presence is required in the Observation Lounge.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Stands at attention ::   CO: Ltjg Chaser-r r-epor-rting as or-rder-ed, Captain.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sees CO rub her neck, smiles slightly ::

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Take a seat, Lt.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Aye Captain.   :: Takes a seat at the far end of the table ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks into the observation lounge and stands at attention ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Takes her arm again and pulls her up ::   FCO: Here we go.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Clenches her fists to keep her hands from shaking ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Plops out of the big chair and heads towards the Observation Lounge ::

Host CO Royce says:
CNS:  Take a seat, Counselor....

CSO Trelan says:
:: Taps combadge ::   ASO: Lieutenant Lane...will you join us, please?

CNS Shirley says:
:: Finds a seat and sits down ::

FCO Horn says:
ASO: Thank you for your help

ASO Lane says:
*CSO* Aye sir, on my way.

ASO Lane says:
:: Hurries to the Observation Lounge and slips in ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Waddles in behind the ASO::

ASO Lane says:
FCO: Here, take this chair.   :: Motions to an empty seat ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  I am sorry this briefing could not be under pleasant circumstances.

XO Kelson says:
:: Drums fingers on the arm of chair ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks somber as she listens to the Admiral ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Perks her ears ::

FCO Horn says:
ASO: Thanks again.   :: Sits in the offered seat ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to the Admiral ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Stands and places a miniature holoprojector in the center of the table ::

ASO Lane says:
:; Sits beside the FCO quietly ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  The holoprojector emits a beep and displays a sector of Federation space near the Romulan Neutral Zone...On the Romulan Side.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to the projector, watching intently ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Romulan side, off limits she thinks to herself. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Notices the section of space projected, eyes grow wide ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL: Thirty-six hours ago, a secure transmission was intercepted by a former officer of mine while I was the commanding officer of the Ganymede.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Thinks to herself... ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises her left eyebrow in curiosity ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: A traitor she growls low under her breath ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Shakes his head at the sight of the Neutral Zone ::   Self: Not again...

Host ADM Taylor says:
All:   Its source was well within the Federation, and encoded with a new fractal crypto that only a few officers even know of.

FCO Horn says:
:: Gets an uneasy feeling about all this ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Taps notes on his PADD ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Sits back in her chair, resting her head lightly on the back while looking at the projection ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Watches the image and then looks at the faces of the staff ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Has poker face on... ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Her fingers tap her kut'luch as she listens ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Starts fidgeting with her fingers ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  It took my former officer 14 hours to break the code.  All it said was:  "Begin Operation Solar Flare."

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  At first we thought that there was some inherent meaning to the code name.  That remains unclear.

ASO Lane says:
:: Leans over and holds the FCO’s hand ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Wonders if this is related to the Borg/Romulan alliance of a few months back... ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Holds own hand and listens ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Brow furrows ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Senses uneasiness and worries ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  What my former officer, whom I cannot name for security reasons, did not have was more than suspicion and innuendo.

FCO Horn says:
:: Feels ASO hand, looks over and gives her a small thank you smile ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  I, however, had more of the picture than even I realized.

XO Kelson says:
:: Secretly hopes we get to squelch a Romulan plot.  Maybe take out some of the evil SOB’s in the process. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Face remains stoic...not revealing anything... ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Grits teeth at thought of Romulans ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Smiles at Alex and squeezes her hand gently to reassure her ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Has a very hard time sitting still ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  Ten months, twelve days, and forty-seven hours ago, against the treaty of Algernon, I used a cloaked vessel and crossed the Romulan Neutral Zone to stop a combined Romulan/Federation force from invading the Federation space around Avalon Station.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Unable to contain surprise ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Knuckles turning white as he grips the chair's arm rests ::

CSO Trelan says:
Admiral: Federation/Romulan force!?

FCO Horn says:
Self: Romulan/Federation force??

ASO Lane says:
:: Covers her mouth with her free hand and gasps ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Hates Romulans , what would the Federation be doing with Romulans ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Begins to get frightened, seeing history repeating itself ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Shakes head but keeps eyes focused on the Admiral ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Thinks quietly to self ::    Self:  First a Romulan/Borg incursion...now a Federation/Romulan alliance...what's next?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Her face takes on a more grim appearance ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Starts thinking Klingon curses in her head ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Lets Alex's hand go and focus's on the Admiral ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL: Although that action was successful, and several of my officers were awarded the UFP Medal of Honor for it, and although it unmasked a plot from within Starfleet Intelligence to overthrow democratic rule in the Federation and turn it into a military Dictatorship under Admiral Stackhouse, who committed suicide to evade capture, and Admiral Malone, who is now in a penal colony for traitors to the Federation…

Host ADM Taylor says:
...it was not known that this plot was only the tip of the proverbial Terran ice floe.

FCO Horn says:
:: Squeezes ASO's hand a little harder ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches the faces of her Officers, only her eyes moving from face to face in the room ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Face twisting in anger at every word ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Wishes he could have been part of that glorious military action ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: One Ves officer is showing a lot of fear and hate feelings ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  Recently, the USS Ganymede, by my orders, albeit indirectly, was ordered to investigate this system you see before you.

XO Kelson says:
:: Focuses on the holoprojector ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns her attention to the holoprojection ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Leans forward in her seat and looks at the system the Admiral is talking about ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  Somehow, for the several months Captain Silek had my unofficial order, he has attempted to include this in his patrol area.  However, his efforts were hindered...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Returns gaze to the projected sector ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:   ...I now believe deliberately.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Snaps head in Admiral's direction ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks back to the Admiral ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: A lot  of emotions are running wild ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: A federation HoD,a nuchpu' ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  Any information I disclose from this point on must be considered classified SSI Top Secret, only given on a need-to-know basis.  You all need to know.

FCO Horn says:
ADM: Before you go on, I have one question

CSO Trelan says:
:: Holds his question in check, hoping the Admiral will answer it ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Proud to be on the inner circle ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  Captain Silek has been framed for sabotage of the Ganymede and the murder of a crewman.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Surprised, but keeps her poker face on... ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Glares at the FCO ::    FCO:  What is it Mister?

ASO Lane says:
::Wonders what this has to do with the Vesuvius ::

FCO Horn says:
ADM: You are saying that the Federation, or members of the Federation are involved?

Host ADM Taylor says:
FCO:  You catch on fast, pilot.  Yes, that's what I am saying.  To continue...

ASO Lane says:
:: Thinks to herself ::   Self: Silek, I know that name from somewhere.

FCO Horn says:
CO: Request permission to be relieved of duty for the reminder of the mission

XO Kelson says:
FCO: I'm sure the Admiral will answer all of our questions at the end of the briefing, Commander.   :: Looks back at the Admiral ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  It should come as no surprise that I have met with Captain Silek and melded with him.  I know him to be innocent of all charges.

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Is there a good reason, Cmdr?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to Horn ::

FCO Horn says:
CO: It’s very personal Ma'am.

OPS Chaser says:
:: The lil one she thinks ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Is it so personal as to affect your performance on this mission?

XO Kelson says:
:: Holds his tongue now that CO is speaking ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Softens stance and expression ::   FCO:  Mister Horn, I have read your record.

FCO Horn says:
CO: I don't know. All I know I cannot be part of this

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks to the Admiral... ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Looks at the Admiral ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  If you do not have a reasonable explanation...your request will be denied.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Keeps eyes on Horn, wondering what her reasoning could be ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
FCO:  If you were not capable of this, I would not have you here now.  I know about what you are referring to.  I do NOT hold you responsible.

FCO Horn says:
ADM: So you know about my past mission?

CNS Shirley says:
:: Senses  a lot  fear and hate ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
FCO:  Yes, I do.  I make it my business to know.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks back the Admiral... ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches the exchange between the Admiral and the FCO ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Takes Alex's hand again and pats it gently ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Senses  a lot  fear and hate ::

FCO Horn says:
ADM: Thank you sir. Permission to head back to the bridge?

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  At any rate, I must continue.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks to the Admiral... ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
FCO:  That is up to your Captain, Commander.  But you may remain here.

ASO Lane says:
:; Looks over at Sam and shakes her head ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Can't believe the FCO is causing this disruption to a sensitive briefing such as this ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Looks at the CO, almost pleading ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to the captain, awaiting her answer ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Unless the Admiral objects, your request is denied.  If the Admiral feels you can handle this, then you need to know what we are about to undertake here.

Host ADM Taylor says:
FCO/CO:  I suspect that settles that for now.  To continue...

FCO Horn says:
:: Stands, pulls her combadge off her uniform and places it on the table ::   ALL: I am resigning my commission effect immediately then

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  I must now inform you of a rogue wing of Starfleet Intelligence.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands suddenly ::

ASO Lane says:
:; Stands and grabs the FCO's arm ::   FCO: Alex...no!

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches as the FCO disrupts the meeting... ::

CSO Trelan says:
FCO: Commander...take your seat.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Mouth drops open and she starts pouncing in her chair ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Stands ::   FCO: You are out of line, Commander...

FCO Horn says:
ASO: I cannot do this. You don't know everything

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Glance hardens ::   FCO:  Your resignation is NOT accepted under section 43 of the Starfleet regulations.  One more outburst like that, and you can spend a little time in the brig.

ASO Lane says:
FCO: Please sit down. All this stress is not good for the baby.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands next to the XO in silence ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Commander, if you feel this strongly, then you are dismissed and confined to your quarters.

FCO Horn says:
XO: You think I am then fine. I will not be part of this, I have been down this road before and I will not go down it again

Host ADM Taylor says:
XO:  At ease, Mister Kelson.  Everyone sit down...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Stands to attention for the FCO as she leaves ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to the Admiral, then retakes his seat ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Refrains from commenting and takes seat ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits back down ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Sits down as ordered but watches the FCO closely ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: A lot of uneasiness around the crew ::

Host CO Royce says:
*Sec Team*:  One member to the Lounge to escort Cmdr Horn to her quarters

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  As I was saying, there is a rogue faction of SFI.  They call themselves Section 31, after the section of the regulations they misapply.

CSO Trelan says:
<TO>:: Enters lounge ::

CSO Trelan says:
<TO>:: Escorts FCO out ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Looks with concern to the FCO as she leaves ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Follows the sec team, holding back tears ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Thinks out loud for a moment ::   All: Section 31?

XO Kelson says:
:: Follows FCO out with stern gaze ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
It is Captain Silek's belief, and mine as well, that they are attempting a destabilizing action in the Romulan Empire.  We have not determined exactly why.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches with concern as the FCO leaves the Observation Lounge ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL: I will leave it to you to look up and ponder the Section in question.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Shakes head in disbelief… knowing a lot of hate was the cause ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods, hearing of them before ::

Host CO Royce says:
ADM Taylor:  What are our orders, sir?

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  I could order you to investigate this...but I won't.

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  I'm here to ask for your help.

XO Kelson says:
:: Inwardly disappointed ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Watches Admiral for a moment ::

Host CO Royce says:
ADM Taylor:  The Vesuvius is here to assist in anyway we can...all you have to do is let us know what you require

FCO Horn says:
:: Enters her quarters ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks around the room, then decides to speak up ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  This is a mission for volunteers, I'm afraid.  Captain, I know you mean what you say, but I need to hear from the rest of the crew.  What say you?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Is just a lowly LT, what can she possibly do ::

FCO Horn says:
:: The door to her quarters closes ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Standing ::   ADM:  No need for orders, sir. We stand together...to protect the Federation...

XO Kelson says:
:: Stands ::   ADM: You can count on me, Sir...

CSO Trelan says:
Admiral: Even from itself.

ASO Lane says:
:: Bites her lip nervously::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles as she hears her 2nd and XO ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CSO:  Well put, mister Trelan.  Well put.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits thinking ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks around the room once more ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  Now, then, the rest of you...your answers...please

OPS Chaser says:
:: Jumps to her feet ::

CSO Trelan says:
ALL: Anyone who does not wish to be involved...you may leave now.

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks around ::   All: I'd go to hell and back for this ship and the Federation...

FCO Horn says:
:: Puts her head in her hands and begins to cry uncontrollably and whispers 'Not again...please not again' ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Ponders a moment ::   ALL:  Anyone that wants out, may, like your pilot, confine yourselves to quarters for the duration at no penalty.

OPS Chaser says:
ADM: Sir, I stand for my qorDu' and the Federation.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles as she hears the kit ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles, nodding at the OPS officer ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Noble Cat, Thank you.

ASO Lane says:
:: Looks around not sure what to do ::

Host CO Royce says:
CNS:  Counselor...

CNS Shirley says:
ADM/CO:  I am in ‘til the end

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks over, seeing doubt in the ASO's eyes ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods her acknowledgement to the CNS ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Then her gaze falls on Sam ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks to ASO waiting for her response ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CNS:  Let us hope that will not be anytime soon.

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Miss Lane...?

CNS Shirley says:
ADM:  That is true Sir

CSO Trelan says:
ASO: Hope...???

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles at Hope ::

ASO Lane says:
:; Gets a reassuring look from the XO and stands ::   CO: Aye Captain, I'm with you.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Stands ::    ADM Taylor:  You have the Ves crew at your service.

XO Kelson says:
Self: That a girl...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Grins, turning back to face the head of the table ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles, proud of her fine crew ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods reassuringly to ASO ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ALL:  Then may the Divinity help us all.  Go find out what's in that star system on my personal authority.  If you hang, I hang with you...make that instead of you.

XO Kelson says:
ADM: Not going to happen, Sir.  We will fulfill our mission.   :: Stands proud ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks around ::   ADM Taylor:  Is there anything else, sir?

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Stands ::   ALL:  I remind you, this briefing is classified.   :: Taps communicator ::   COMM: Typhoon:  One to beam over.

Host CO Royce says:
ADM Taylor:  You have our allegiance...and our silence.
ALL:  Crew...Dismissed

OPS Chaser says:
:: Remains at attention for the Admiral ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  The Admiral Dematerializes...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Watches ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  The Typhoon wavers and disappears into the night...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Quickly bounces from the Observation Lounge ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Exits onto the bridge, pausing momentarily to look at the CO ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods and smiles at new adventure ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
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