USS Vesuvius NCC 71985
"Background Radiation" Episode One:  Prologue

Previously on the USS Vesuvius:

While returning to Oberon Station, an unexpected visitor arrived on the ship by extremely unusual means.

Only the Captain and CTO know the identity of the visitor, and only the senior staff knows of the EXISTANCE of the visitor.

Host Gerry says:
The ship is now docked at Oberon station readying for departure after picking up supplies.

Host Gerry says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO Royce says:
:: In her quarters unpacking. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps down the carpeted hall of Deck 31. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: In office working on things that need to be done around my office. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Wandering around the ship. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: On bridge. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Making her way along the corridor from the lab after checking on the new supplies. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Enters the science lab in the lower bowels of the ship. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves Emily from the suitcase. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: In torpedo bay ensuring everything is as it should be. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Continues to unpack. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Playing with Caleb in their quarters; looks at the time. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Hilton>:: Hears the doors and looks up to see the CSO. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves Emily again from the suitcase. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Hilton>:: Smiles. ::   CSO: Chief! To what do we owe this pleasure?

CMO Zria says:
:: In her quarters putting away some new clothes...puts on a bright blue smock over her uniform when she's finished. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Out loud:  Emily!  Please, sweetie...I've got to finish unpacking

CTO Horn says:
:: Looking over the PADD that she is holding completing her inventory. ::

CSO Trelan says:
Hilton: Hey, Justin.   :: Grins. ::   Just wanted to see if you got everything you needed from the Starbase.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Places Emily on the bed next to the suitcase. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Wonders if she should go to the bridge or her quarters. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Exits the torpedo bay and heads towards the armory. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns a back flip in the corridor barely missing a crewman on the way down. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Tries to look busy by going over a PADD. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Takes Caleb by the hand and escorts him to the nursery.  ::   Caleb: Maybe one of these days I'll ask if you can join me on the bridge. Doubt the captain would like that though.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Finishes unpacking and dons a clean uniform. ::

Host Oberon OPS says:
COMM: Vesuvius: You are cleared for pre-departure sequencing at your leisure, Vesuvius...

CIV McDonald says:
<Caleb>: Okay daddy...   :: Holds onto Lennier’s hand tightly as they enter the nursery. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Hilton> CSO: Yes, sir. I requested a molecular decomposition scanner to get a detailed analysis of the gases in a nebula. We may be able to find another source of Deuterium while we are out and about.

CIV McDonald says:
Caleb: Okay buddy. I have to go now. You go off and play nicely okay.

CMO Zria says:
:: Places the empty packages into the recycler and heads out into the corridor. ::

CIV McDonald says:
<Caleb>: Okay daddy.   :: Runs off. ::

XO Kelson says:
COMM: Oberon: Thank you, Oberon.  We'll see you on our return trip…Vesuvius out.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Leaves her quarters after feeding Emily and exits her quarters. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Heads for her quarters to freshen up before her duty shift begins. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Lennier turns around and heads out of the nursery heading for the bridge to see where he’s supposed to be. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Laughs. ::   Hilton: Sounds good. I have to get to the bridge. Have a good one.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters turbolift. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Enters the Turbolift for the Bridge. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Enters armory and begins a quick inventory to make sure that all the requested items have been brought on board. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Motions to FCO to start pre-departure sequencing. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Turbolift:  Bridge

CMO Zria says:
:: Walks down the corridor toward the nearest turbolift shaft and waits for the lift to arrive. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Hilton> CSO: Aye, sir.   :: Grins as he returns to his work. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Putting stuff in my PADD and reading things as well. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Taps her foot as she waits to arrive on the Bridge. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Enters the nearest Turbolift that came.  ::   Turbolift: Bridge

CSO Trelan says:
:: Exits the lab and enters the nearest turbolift. ::

CSO Trelan says:
Computer: Bridge.

CMO Zria says:
:: Enters the lift when the doors open. ::   Turbolift: Sickbay

CTO Horn says:
:: Enters all the information into her PADD. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits turbolift onto the Bridge and walks down the ramp. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Feels the Turbolift stop and the doors slide open. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Bounces out of the lift almost knocking over the CO. ::

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  What's our status, Commander?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Scurries to her seat. ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: You are just in time to take us out, Captain.   :: Smiles. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Sees the OPS officer nearly miss the captain and chuckles. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Ducks as OPS hurries past her. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Exits onto the bridge from the forward lift, moves across the deck and up the ramp to the Science station, pausing a moment and nodding with a smile to the CO and XO. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Looks over at the packages on the bed and smiles. ::   Self: Well that was a good shoreleave. I just hope Sam appreciates all the trouble I went through to get this stuff.   :: Finishes checking that everything is alright and heads for the
bridge. ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: We are finishing up sequencing for pre-departure.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods at the Commander and to the rest of the arriving staff. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Stands at the back of the bridge. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Slides her tail through her chair and begins pre-separation sequence. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves to XO chair. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Completes her inventory and exits the armory and heads towards the
turbolift. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Taps at the console, activating it; runs a pre-departure scan. ::

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  I have something I must attend to.  You have the bridge.

CSO Trelan says:
CO/XO: Sciences reports ready. All sensors are online.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns and heads up the ramp. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Waits as the turbolift seems to be taking its sweet time to arrive. ::

CTO Horn says:
Computer: Bridge

XO Kelson says:
:: Stops in mid-sit. ::   CO: Yes, Ma'am.

CMO Zria says:
:: Exits the turbolift and walks the short distance to sickbay. ::   Rachelle:  Good morning, Rachelle, how are things so far?

CIV McDonald says:
:: Nods to the Captain as she walks up the ramp. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles at the CSO. ::   CSO:  Thank you, Cmdr

XO Kelson says:
CSO: Thank you Commander.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods back to the CIV. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Heads out of office, heads to turbolift. ::   Turbolift: Bridge

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters the turbolift. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Turbolift:  Deck Eight

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles at Captain. ::   Self: Jinx!

CMO Zria says:
<Rachelle> CMO: All is quiet so far this morning.  Now if it will stay that way.

CTO Horn says:
:: Waits patiently for the lift to stop and the doors to open. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Finally gets into the lift. ::   Turbolift: Bridge!

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits turbolift enroute her quarters. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Walks down to the command level and just stands there while opening his mind up to the crew. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Doors open to the bridge; exits the lift to take her post. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Exits on to the bridge and walks down on to the bridge some. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters her quarters and retrieves here weapon, placing it on her belt. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Gets an exoscalpel and places it in her pocket. ::

CMO Zria says:
Rachelle: On a starship this size, you never know.

SO Lane says:
:: Enters the bridge and sees that she's the last to get there. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Runs a diagnostic on the fore and aft sensor pallets. ::

XO Kelson says:
OPS: Notify Oberon we are ready for departure.

SO Lane says:
:: Walks to her station unnoticed and relieves the officer there. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Leans in… ::   XO: The crew is happy to get underway.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Leaves her quarters walking down the hall just a ways to the guarded room; nods to Lt. Shadow. ::   Shadow:  Lieutenant.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Turns his head slightly. ::

XO Kelson says:
CIV: Good to hear, Mr. McDonald…As am I.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Rings the door chime. ::   <Shadow.>:  Ma'am

CSO Trelan says:
:: Leans over. ::

CIV McDonald says:
XO: I always open my mind up when a ship is departing.

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Hey.   :: Smiles. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Secures bay doors and all outer hatches. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Fires up the running lights. ::

Host Oberon OPS says:
<Visitor>:: Hoarsely. ::   Come.

SO Lane says:
:: Looks up at her boss. ::   CSO: Hello Commander.   :: Smiles. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters the room as the doors swoosh open; moves quickly inside so the doors will close. ::

CSO Trelan says:
SO: You made Xen happy, you know.   :: Grins. ::   And I appreciate you agreeing to help with everything.

CTO Horn says:
:: Once logged onto her panel, compares the information on the PADD to what her panel shows and updates as necessary. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Stands a moment while her eyes adjust to the lighting. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Ogles Science Officer for a few moments. ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO:  Is there anything that I could do Sir?

Host Oberon OPS says:
<Visitor>:: In shadow. ::   CO: Were you followed?

OPS Chaser says:
XO: Aye, Sir-r.

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  No, sir.  However, I must ask something of you.

XO Kelson says:
CNS: No, counselor.  Just enjoy the ride for now.   :: Smiles. ::

CMO Zria says:
<Rachelle>:: Smiles. ::   CMO: Is there anything special that you want me to do first?

SO Lane says:
CSO: It's my pleasure Commander. This wedding is going to be so beautiful.

OPS Chaser says:
COMM: Oberon: This is Vesuvius we ar-re r-ready for-r depar-rtur-re.

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Thank you Sir...   :: Smiles. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods. ::

Host Oberon OPS says:
<Visitor>CO:  Please ask, Captain.  I will answer as frankly as possible.

CSO Trelan says:
SO: I just wanted to say...thanks.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Removes the exoscalpel and makes the incision on her hand allowing the blood to form. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Shakes her head. ::   Rachelle: No, not at the moment, just continue your usual duties.  If anything changes, I'll let you know.  For now though, I'll be in my office going over the reports from the time I was away.

SO Lane says:
:: Spots Sam looking in her direction and nods in acknowledgement. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Please sir...    :: Extends the exoscalpel to the visitor. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles widely at Hope. ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: No need Commander, I'm happy to help.

Host Oberon OPS says:
COMM: Vesuvius: We read you, Vesuvius. You are confirmed on internal power and ready for undocking.  Smooth sailing, Vesuvius.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Straightens as he reads the results of the diagnostics. ::

Host Visitor says:
:: Extends hand so the Captain may verify his identity. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Leans back in command chair. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Makes the cut and watches the blood form. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Finishes updating her inventory and runs a diagnostic on the weapons
systems. ::

Host Visitor says:
:: Watches the blood drop from his hand and then motions he is waiting for the CO to do the same. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Gets serious for a moment and begins to check over the console and it's readings. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns her hand over so the blood falls to the floor. ::   Visitor:  I needed to make sure you were still yourself.  I believe I saw you at the Academy conference I just returned from.

Host Visitor says:
CO:  I assure you I was not there.  I never left this room.

CIV McDonald says:
XO: I'll be at the back of the bridge. It’s getting a little crowded on the command deck.

Host Visitor says:
ACTION:  The Vesuvius prepares for final departure

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor:  Then it has begun.  The imposter, last I saw, was at the Academy.

XO Kelson says:
FCO Hunter: Take us out, Ensign.

CMO Zria says:
:: Sits down behind her desk and begins sorting through the stacks of PADDs. :: Self: Away for a day, and you come back to a mess.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Runs fingers over console. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Goes to head to the back of the bridge. ::

Host Visitor says:
:: Sighs. ::   CO:  Captain, I must admit to my weariness.  

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves further into the room and sits on the couch. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  I understand, sir.  You look as if you haven't gotten much rest.

Host Visitor says:
ACTION:  The Vesuvius departs Oberon smoothly and moves for open space

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Can you tell me what my orders are?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  I have not slept for days.  

CIV McDonald says:
:: Stands back by Science 2. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Shakes her head at the number of minor injuries that were reported. ::
Self: Must have been quite a bit of excitement while these crewmen were off duty.

SO Lane says:
:: Runs her fingers over the smooth cool surface checking for anything that's not operating properly. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  I can stay with you while you sleep, if you choose.

Host Visitor says:
CO:  I believe that there is a new threat just inside the Cardassian frontier.  We need to investigate it very quietly.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Just sits around and watches. ::

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Activating long range sensors.

XO Kelson says:
FCO Hunter: Set course for normal patrol.   :: Sees acknowledgement. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor: Is that where the incursion will come from?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  Captain that is most kind.  It will not be necessary.  Your guard will be sufficient.

XO Kelson says:
CSO: Thank you, Commander.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods at the visitor. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Turns to see the CIV standing behind her. ::   CIV: Something I can help you with Mr. McDonald?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  I believe so.  We must verify the threat, assess it, and take whatever means necessary to stop it.

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Can you give me coordinates?

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Nope…Just staying outta the way.

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Anything you need help with here?

XO Kelson says:
CNS: So how is the crew's mental health now a-days, Counselor?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  I really did wish not to involve you, Xenobia.  I simply had no one else to turn to within range.  For that I apologize.

CMO Zria says:
:: Makes the notations of the different injuries and treatments in each crewman's file and then turns her attention to the list of patients in sickbay. ::

SO Lane says:
CIV: Not at the moment, but thanks for the offer. By the way, how is that sweet boy of yours?

Host Visitor says:
:: Displays the coordinates on a PADD in his hand. ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Pretty good.  Everyone seems to be doing fine...including you....

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Doing extremely well. I want to bring him up to the bridge soon…show him what daddy does. But I doubt the captain will allow that.

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  I am at your service, sir...as is the crew of the Vesuvius.  All you need to do is ask.

Host Visitor says:
CO:  Again…most kind.  Thank you.

SO Lane says:
CIV: Well she's in a very good mood these days with the wedding and all, but you could ask.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor:  So I may set the Ves to the approximate area, can you give me coordinates?

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Yah.

XO Kelson says:
:: Raises eyebrows. ::   CNS: Ready for anything, are we?  Good to know...

Host Visitor says:
:: Shows the CO the PADD in his hand. ::   Here they are…and beware any other orders you may be given.  I expect problems.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks over to the SO. ::   SO: Science one is yours Lieutenant.

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Yes Sir....   :: Tries not to giggle. ::

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Of course being half Betazoid, I'll have to crash the wedding Betazoid style.   :: Grins. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  I will check with you for verification if that is all right.

SO Lane says:
:: Giggles. ::   CIV: You do and the Captain will have your head. In fact so will Commander Trelan.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks at the PADD and nods. ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: Aye sir.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Grins. ::   SO: But it would be so much fun.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Moves down the ramp to the XO's usual chair and sits. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Moves over to science one. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Walks over.  ::   SO: What're you looking at?

CTO Horn says:
:: Completes her diagnostic on the weapons and is glad to see that everything is 100%. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Leans over to CSO. ::   CSO: I'm sorry I didn't answer your question right away, Dru.

Host CO Royce says:
*XO* Commander, please set a course for the Cardassian frontier.

SO Lane says:
CIV: Just tracking the long range sensors, wanna see?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles. ::   XO: That's OK…Duty and all. After all, I'm sure I sent you into a state of shock.   :: Laughs lightly. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Just above a whisper. ::   XO: Cardassian Frontier?

CIV McDonald says:
SO: I'd love to…   :: Patches into Science 2. I'll watch from there.   :: Slides to Science 2. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Leaves her office to check on Marley. ::   Marley:  How are you feeling?
:: Runs her tricorder over her as she looks over the biobed scans. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles. ::   CSO: Shocked...a little.  I was surprised to be asked to be honest.

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Aye, aye, Captain.

XO Kelson says:
:: Gives order to FCO to change course. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Hearing the destination. ::   Self: Time to have some fun

XO Kelson says:
CSO: This should get interesting in a hurry, eh Dru?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  One more thing…*I* may contact you from Oberon.  It is imperative that you appear to comply with my counterpart.  Otherwise the jig may be up before we begin.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: No kidding.

SO Lane says:
:: Smiles at Lennier. ::   CIV: Now just don't touch that blue section of the panel will you? That's something new that we haven't tested yet.

XO Kelson says:
CSO: And by the way...I would be honored to be the best man.   :: Offers hand to shake. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Understood.  I'll keep you in the loop whenever I receive information.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Smiles and reaches for the blue section, but stops short. ::   SO: You mean like this?   :: Giggles. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Extends hand and shakes Sam's. ::

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Thank you.   :: Smiles. ::

Host Visitor says:
CO:  Are the rumors I hear about you true?

CIV McDonald says:
:: Pulls his hand back. ::

CMO Zria says:
<Marley>:: Smiles. ::   CMO: Much better now that I've had a chance to rest.  I didn't realize that I was getting that rundown.  Dr. Season has been taking good care of me, though.  

SO Lane says:
CIV: Don't you dare, or Commander Trelan will be having my head for dinner.

XO Kelson says:
CSO: You've always been a lucky man, Dru.  And we both know Xen is one in a million.

CIV McDonald says:
SO: I'm just being silly Hope. Of course I wouldn't

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Yes, she is.

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks around the bridge and watches everybody. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Glances over his shoulder. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Is there anything I can do for you sir?

SO Lane says:
:: Smiles. ::   CIV: You better be mister.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: And so is Hope. I couldn't ask for a better Science officer.

Host Visitor says:
CO:  You can tell me if the rumors about you are true, Captain?

CMO Zria says:
Marley: Good, I'm glad to hear that.  You need to take better care of yourself; I'll make it an order and make arrangements with your commanding officer if you don't do it yourself.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks confused... ::   Visitor:  What rumors, sir?

CMO Zria says:
<Marley>:: Nods. ::   CMO: Yes, Doctor, I realize that now, this won't happen again.

SO Lane says:
:: Sees her boss looking over at her. ::   Self: Oh boy, what did I do now?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  That you are to be married, Xenobia.   :: Smiles. ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: I agree, Dru.  But don't be getting any ideas...    :: Laughs. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles widely. ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: I'm not ready for that step yet...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Blushes... ::   Visitor:  Yes sir.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Looks back. :: SO: probably nothing…

CMO Zria says:
:: Smiles. ::   Marley: I hope not, but if you do start feeling weak or run down, don't hesitate to call us.   :: Smiles again. ::   Everything looks good, you can return to your quarters to rest if you want and you may return to your duties tomorrow if you feel up to it.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Tries to hold back her happiness. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Grinning. ::   XO: Give it time. You say you're not ready...but it sneaks up on you, then hits you like a brick.

Host Visitor says:
CO:  I offer you and Commander Trelan my best wishes, Xenobia.  You are well-suited to each other.

CNS Shirley says:
XO:  May I head back to my office Sir or do you need me on the bridge???

CTO Horn says:
:: Sees the SO at her post, types a message "When is Sam going to pop the question?" and sends it to her panel. ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: Maybe so...I'll look for it.

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Thank you sir.  And since we are on the subject....He will be asking you to perform the ceremonies.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Laughs. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Taps some buttons on her console. ::

Host Visitor says:
CO:  And I would be honored.  It would not be the first time I had the honor.

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns. ::   CNS: If you have work to do, by all means return to your office.  But you can stay on the bridge as well.  It's your call.

CNS Shirley says:
XO:  Thanks, I will stay for a few, but I would like to get ahead some, Sir.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles brightly. ::   Visitor:  Thank you sir.  I will not tell him, if that is okay...since you are not supposed to be here.  I'll let him ask you.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: How are our tactical systems, Commander Horn?  We are on our way to the Cardassian border and I want to be prepared for anything.

SO Lane says:
:: Reads an incoming message from the CTO and looks up a bit puzzled. ::

Host Visitor says:
CO: Of course, Captain.  Now you should return to the bridge before you are missed.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor:  I will check in on you again, sir.  Please try and rest.  I can bring you my Vulcan mediation lamp if you need it.

CTO Horn says:
XO: We have a full compliment of torpedoes, all hand held weapons have been replaced that needed replacing and weapons systems are at !00%

CSO Trelan says:
FCO: Distance to destination?

CTO Horn says:
XO: We are ready for anything

Host CO Royce says:
:: Rises and moves towards the door. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Taps a message in reply. ::   CTO: Don't rush him Alex. I don't think he's finished with his ogling days yet.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Watches the long rang sensors. ::   SO: Hope, I'm going to switch to short range, that way we can get better coverage with you at long range and me at short range.

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

Host Visitor says:
CO:  Again, not necessary, but thank you for your kindness.

SO Lane says:
CIV: Thanks Lennier, good idea.

CMO Zria says:
<Marley> CMO: Thank you, Doctor, I'll be sure to get more rest.  I'll see you again in a few weeks.   :: Gets up from the biobed and goes to get dressed. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Receives message from the SO and nods in understanding. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor:  Then I will leave you.   :: Makes the Vulcan sign quickly, then turns and heads out the door, her hands back at their normal position. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Acknowledges Hunter's response of 14 hours. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Taps a few buttons switching to short range sensors. ::   SO: Hope, done here.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Walks down the corridor enroute her quarters and enters it. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Nods to Lennier. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Watches Marley head off and returns to her office to finish with the reports. :: Self:  It's good to see that she's doing better.

CTO Horn says:
:: Brings up her tactical sensors and begins scanning for any hostile ships in the area as they close in on the border. ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: So what do you make of our visitor?

Host Visitor says:
:: Lays down to sleep and sleeps soundly for the first time in weeks. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Lowers voice. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Replaces the exoscalpel and retrieves the dermal regenerator, taking care to fix the cut before returning to the Bridge. ::

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Lieutenant Lane...I would like those sensor modifications we installed tested before we reach our destination. You have 14 hours. Make it happen.

Host Visitor says:
ACTION:  OPS receives an incoming transmission

OPS Chaser says:
XO: Sir-r  in coming message, Sir-r.

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Unsure, sir. Scans weren't able to get an identity of the lifeform.

SO Lane says:
CSO: Yes Commander, just about to begin the testing now.

XO Kelson says:
OPS: Audio or visual?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Returns the dermal regenerator and exits her quarter’s enroute the Bridge. ::

OPS Chaser says:
XO: Visual Sir-r.   :: Puts it on screen. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Rises. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands. ::

Host Visitor says:
ACTION:  The Face of Admiral Taylor fills the screen...

CIV McDonald says:
:: Looks back at view screen. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Heads off the bridge, and back to my office. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters turbolift. ::   Turbolift:  Bridge

OPS Chaser says:
:: Focuses on the viewscreen. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks at the screen and sees the Admiral. ::

XO Kelson says:
COMM: Admiral: Hello, Admiral.  What do we owe the pleasure?

SO Lane says:
:: Looks at the blue section of the science panel and begins to test the modifications. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits the Bridge and sees Admiral Taylor on screen.  Walks slowly down the ramp and stands to the side. ::

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Do I need to do anything at this terminal with the modifications?

Host Visitor says:
COMM:  Vesuvius:  Commander, You must set immediate course for the Romulan border.  There are reports of a breach in the neutral zone I would like you to investigate.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Notices the CO, but doesn't move. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:; Adjusts the picture and audio level. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Enters turbolift and exits on the deck I needed and walks to my office. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves to just behind OPS. ::

XO Kelson says:
COMM: Admiral: First the Cardassian border, now the Romulan?  Trouble brewing all over this quadrant.  Right away Sir.

SO Lane says:
CIV: No, just make sure those sensors stay online.

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Okay Lt.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Squirms in her seat, not liking anyone standing behind her. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Motions to FCO to change course. ::

Host Visitor says:
COMM:  Vesuvius:  XO:  Excellent.  Thank you commander.  Taylor out.
:: Cuts communication. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns around and looks at the XO. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns to Captain. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Returns the viewscreen to its normal frontal view. ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Belay that order.  Resume course to the Cardassian frontier.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Looks at the captain. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks over to the CO, puzzled. ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: Looks like we are being pulled from pillar to post, Captain.

SO Lane says:
:: Looks up at the Captain. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Continues with the reports, but finds herself distracted by the glint of medal from her wrist and looks down at the bracelets that Joah'da gave her before she returned to the Vesuvius. ::   Self:  I didn't need these to remember you by, Joah'da...but I will treasure the friendship that we have developed since you and your cousins have adopted me into your small clan.

CTO Horn says:
CO: We can go to gray mode and continue to the Cardassian Border and send a decoy towards the Romulan Border. If we were monitored it would look like we changed course

OPS Chaser says:
:: Perks her ears and turns slightly to see the CO. ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: It's your ship Captain but shouldn't we follow the orders of a superior officer?

Host CO Royce says:
CTO:  Great idea, Cmdr.  Make it so.

CNS Shirley says:
:: In office and just sits down on the couch rubbing my temples and thinking what else that needs to be done. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes her seat and sets her jaw. ::

CTO Horn says:
CO: Aye ma'am.

SO Lane says:
:: Looks at Sam and wonders if he knows why the Captain is changing the
order. ::

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Set sensors to extreme sensor range.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Tries to sense what the CO is thinking but can't. ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: Yes Commander, right away.

XO Kelson says:
:: Waits for answer. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Prepares a decoy probe with signals and emissions that the Vesuvius emits. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Thinks all the more that something is going on , the hair on the back of her neck standing up. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Taps the panel and resets the sensors to maximum. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Shrugs and moves back to XO chair. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Whispers to the XO. ::   XO:  Commander, I must ask that you do not reveal where the Vesuvius is going to Admiral Taylor.  If he comes on screen again, please do as he asks and don't say anything more.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Moves up the ramp to the Science console. ::

CTO Horn says:
CO: Probe is ready anytime you are ma'am

Host CO Royce says:
CTO:  Launch the probe.

XO Kelson says:
:: Raises eyebrows. ::   CO: Yes, Ma'am...

CMO Zria says:
:: Pulls the sleeve of her smock down over her wrists and tries to concentrate on her duties...then notices a colorful jacket lying on the chair across from her desk...  Caleb's? She thinks to herself. ::

Host Visitor says:
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