USS Vesuvius NCC 71985
Background Radiation:  Episode Two

"A Beacon in the night"

Previously on the USS Vesuvius:

The crew of the USS Vesuvius has a mysterious Visitor in the VIP quarters, and the door is being guarded round the clock.

Admiral Taylor has contacted the Vesuvius and ordered it to the Romulan Border.  ]

Host Gerry says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Resume Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO Royce says:
:: In her Ready Room in deep contemplation. ::   Self:  I need to see our visitor to advise him of the latest transmission....

XO Kelson says:
CSO: You have the bridge, Commander Trelan.   :: Moves toward Captain's Ready Room. ::

CSO Trelan says:
XO: Aye, sir.

CNS Shirley says:
:: In quarters getting ready to go to the bridge. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Moves from Sciences to the Command deck. ::

XO Kelson ::rings chime:: (DoorChime.wav)

CTO Horn says:
:: At post. ::

SO Lane says:
:: At her station watching Sam head for the Ready Room. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: At her window looking out and hears the door. ::   Out loud:  Come in.

CTO Horn says:
:: Watches the XO move towards the Ready room. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Finishes getting Caleb to the nursery and then proceeds to the bridge. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters Ready Room. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns from the window. ::

SO Lane says:
Self: I wonder what's gotten under his skin?

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Lieutenant Lane, please set up a conjugate graviton beam.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Commander...what can I do for you?  :: Motions to the chair in front of her desk. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Looks in the mirror to make sure my uniform is straight.... ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: Aye sir, right away.

CTO Horn says:
:: Monitors her panel. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Takes seat. ::   CO: Thank you, Captain.

FCO Horn says:
:: Laying in sickbay. ::   Self: False labor?  I can't believe this.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves and sits in her seat at her desk. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Begins to set up the conjugate graviton beam. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sits in the command chair. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Heads out of quarters and heads towards the turbolift. ::

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter>:: Sits at flight control wondering if Sarah is okay. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks at the Cmdr and thinks to herself... ::   Self:  I feel there is a problem....    :: Waits for the Cmdr to speak. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Arrives at the bridge. ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: I would like to ask for more information about our mission before I lie to an Admiral the next time he appears on our viewscreen...   :: Narrows eyes but smiles slightly. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Taps the console and configures for the graviton beam. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Turns to see the CIV enter the bridge. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Enters turbolift and says bridge. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Nods to the CSO. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Exits out on the bridge. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles and nods. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Continues to scan her panel and checking her sensors for anything. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Walks over to Science 2. ::   SO: You need a hand again?

OPS Chaser says:
:: In the Operations center compiling communications summaries. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Places her finger tips together, lips pursed... ::   XO:  I'm sorry, Sam.  I can't tell you any more at this time.  I too am under orders.  I ask that you trust me on this one.

Host CO Royce says:
XO: Please understand something...

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Not everything is as it appears.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Steps down to my station on bridge. ::   CSO: I am here for duty Sir....

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods head. ::   CO: Granted.  I've trusted you before, Captain but this time it's different.

SO Lane says:
:: Finishes the calculations and now just has to input the figures for the beam. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands and begins to step from station to station, wondering what is bothering the XO, and why the CO has not informed the entire staff of what is going on. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Finishes with the reports and returns to sickbay. ::   FCO: Sarah, it seems your condition has stabilized.  You should be fine to return to duty if you wish.  However, I would prefer it if you would take the time to rest.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Talk to me, Sam.

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: Ah, Counselor. How are you today?

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  I am fine Sir, how are you?

XO Kelson says:
CO: I am your first officer.  I should be the next in line for information concerning the mission.  I feel I have been sidestepped somehow.  Is this the case?

FCO Horn says:
CMO: I'll check with the Captain and see what she says.  Although, I'm not sure locking me in my quarters would keep me sane just now.   :: Forces a smile. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles. ::   CNS: Very well. Please, have a seat.   :: Sits back down. ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Smiles and takes my seat. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Looks at her panel and smiles as the computer confirms the data. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Tunes her ear piece for external comm's and continues to monitor all internal communications. ::

Host CO Royce says:
CO:  No.  This is not the case.  I cannot break my orders of silence.  It is imperative that the crew follow my orders.  Again...all is not what it seems.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  However...

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: How are the crew's psyche exams coming?

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  I do have someone I need to see.  Only this person can tell you what is happening.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Come with me.

TO Ryan Horn says:
CMO: It would seem as if my time has run out and I can no longer evade my physical.

CMO Zria says:
:: Smiles. ::   FCO:  I know that keeping busy takes the edge off of the worries... so I understand if you go back to the bridge.  Just try to take it easy and keep as calm and restful as possible.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises and pauses a moment waiting for the Cmdr's answer. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Looks over at her boss but sees that he is busy at the moment. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO: They are coming Sir; I have a few more Sir.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Walks over and taps Hopes' shoulder. ::   SO: You need a hand?

XO Kelson says:
CO: As you wish, Captain...   :: Rises to follow. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Lowers voice. ::   CNS: What is the general feeling from the crew concerning our current mission?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits her Ready Room and goes to the turbolift. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters turbolift. ::   Turbolift:  Deck Eight.

XO Kelson says:
:: Follows Captain. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands as the XO and CO exit onto the bridge. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Sees the captain and XO leaving the bridge. ::

SO Lane says:
CIV: No thanks Lennier, I've just finished the calculations for the beam and it's all ready to go online.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Waits silently in the turbolift. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sits back down; returns his attention to the CNS. ::

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Beam?

SO Lane says:
:: Glances over at the turbolift. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits the turbolift and strides down the corridor. ::    XO:  Please wait here.

TO Ryan Horn says:
CMO: Cmdr Horn would like the results of this physical as well.

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes Ma'am.   :: Holds position. ::

FCO Horn says:
CMO: I have paperwork I can do.  I'll go talk to the captain and see what she's up for.   :: Smiles. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Continues down the corridor a ways down and rings the chime. ::

SO Lane says:
CIV: Huh? Oh yes the conjugate graviton beam.

FCO Horn says:
:: Sits up slowly. ::

CMO Zria says:
TO:  I'll forward the results to both Captain Royce and Commander Horn then.  

Host Visitor says:
:: Hears chime. ::   Door:  Come.

CIV McDonald says:
SO: Oh okay.

CTO Horn says:
:: Waits for the physical from medical. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters the room and listens for the door to swoosh close. ::

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter>:: Double checks course heading and speed, finding everything in
order. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Nods. ::   FCO:  That sounds good.  I'll forward the information on to the Captain and Commander.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Walks over to the CSO. ::   CSO: There’s nothing ahead or around us in space.

CSO Trelan says:
CIV: Very good.

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  We have received a transmission from your imposter.  We are ordered to the Romulan Neutral zone.  We are not going.  A probe has been sent with our signature to fool Starfleet.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles. ::   CIV: That means no trouble.

Host Visitor says:
:: Sits in shadow with a phaser. ::   CO:  That is well.  We must go to silent running then.

SO Lane says:
CSO: Commander, the conjugate graviton beam is ready to go online as soon as it's needed.

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  I have the Vesuvius in gray mode.  Security is heightened...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sighs at the monotony of sifting through communications finding nothing. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Returns to her office and forwards the physical results to Captain Royce and Commander Horn, stating that both Sarah and Ryan are free to return to duty although recommending that Sarah be limited to light duty for a few days. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Climbs off of the biobed and waddles to the sickbay door. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  ...And I have an XO demanding answers.

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Thank you, Lieutenant.

CMO Zria says:
:: Peeks out of the office... ::   TO:  You are free to go as well.

CIV McDonald says:
CSO: Correct, for now sir…

CSO Trelan says:
:: Turns slightly so the SO can see him, smiles and winks, mouthing the words, "good job". ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
CMO: Thanks Doc.

XO Kelson says:
:: Tries to keep himself in check as he waits like a first year cadet in the
corridor. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  Everything is fine with the crew so far....

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Exits sickbay. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: Heading to the bridge handsome?

Host Visitor says:
CO:  Hmm.  Perhaps it is time to widen our circle of knowledge.  

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: That's good to hear.

TO Ryan Horn says:
FCO: Actually no.

SO Lane says:
CSO: Commander, may I head to the lab to finish up some work?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Has nothing to report but has an open channel to the bridge. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor:  I will ask him to come in; with your permission…

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Of course.

XO Kelson says:
Self: It's the same answer every time.  "Just trust me, Sam"...
:: Shakes head. ::

Host Visitor says:
CO: Of course.   :: Gets out a dagger. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: Too bad, I figured we'd have the turbolift to ourselves for a few seconds.
:: Grins. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Smiles. ::   CSO: Thank you sir.

CMO Zria says:
:: Finishes her report and heads out of sickbay. ::   Rachelle: You are in charge until I return.   :: Smiles and continues on her way...thinking about the preparations that have been made. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Heads for the turbolift. ::

CSO Trelan says:
SO: Just be ready to double time it back if needed.   :: Smiles. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods and exits the quarters stopping far enough outside for the doors to close again. ::   XO:  Sam, come with me.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns and re-rings the door chime. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Looks back. ::   CSO: Aye sir.

CTO Horn says:
:: Receives the results from the physical on TO Horn, looks over it and once satisfied with the results, files it away. ::

Host Visitor says:
Door:  Come.

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods. ::   CO: Yes, Ma'am.   :: Follows Captain. ::

Host Visitor says:
:: Sits with his face in shadow. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters behind the XO and moves him further into the room so the door closes behind them. ::

SO Lane says:
Turbolift: Computer, locate Commander Kelson.

TO Ryan Horn says:
FCO: Not today, I have to get to my post.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Extend your hand, Sam.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands and begins to pace once more, his mind wandering. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: Ah, security runs then.  Okay, I'll see you later.

CSO Trelan says:
Self: I know where we're going, but not what we are going there for....

TO Ryan Horn says:
FCO: Hey!

Host Visitor says:
XO:  Mister Kelson, good to see you again.  But I must insist on something.   :: Draws dagger across his hand and lets blood drop to the table top. ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes Ma'am.   :: Extends hand. ::

SO Lane says:
<Computer>SO: Commander Kelson is located on Deck 8.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sighs. ::   Self: How am I supposed to know what to look for?

CNS Shirley says:
CSO: Sir, what is on your mind?

FCO Horn says:
TO: Yes, Lieutenant?   :: Grins wider. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
FCO: Take care.

SO Lane says:
Turbolift: Deck 8 please.

Host Visitor says:
:: Hands dagger to the XO. ::   XO:  Now you, Commander.  Then you, Captain.  You have been out of my sight.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks over to the CNS. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: Oh, I will.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sits back into the command chair. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Of course sir.

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Kisses his wife on the cheek. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches the XO. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Turns to the turbolift. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Exits onto Deck 8 and looks around for Sam. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO: I can tell you are worried about something…and it will help if you talk about it, Sir.

Host Visitor says:
:: Fingers phaser. ::

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: I know virtually nothing of this mission. It is very difficult to be in command when one does not know the objective of the mission.

FCO Horn says:
*CO* Captain, when you have a moment, I need to speak with you regarding my duty hours.

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>:: Standing watch outside VIP quarters. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Calls security team Alpha to meet him at the communications room. ::

CTO Horn says:
OPS: Mr. Horn will be assisting you shortly with your duties. When he makes contact with you please advise him on what he can do.

Host CO Royce says:
*FCO* I will advise when I am available.  Royce out.

XO Kelson says:
:: Takes dagger. ::   CO/Visitor: So this is the reason for all the secrecy...Now I am beginning to understand.   :: Draws dagger across his own hand revealing red blood. ::

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter>:: Listens to the hustle of the bridge crew working. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Walks slowly down the corridor and stops when she sees a guard standing outside the VIP quarters. ::   Self: Ok, I wonder why he's there.

Host Visitor says:
:: Waits for the CO to complete the macabre ritual. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Hands dagger to Captain. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Enters turbolift and asks for communications room. ::

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Allow it to drop to the floor, Cmdr.  :: Reaches for the dagger and draws it across her hand, allowing the blood to drip to the floor. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  I know the feeling, but I will help you out before I sense anything wrong, Sir.

SO Lane says:
:: Walks up to Shadow. ::   Shadow: Hi there, would you know where Commander Kelson would be?

Host Visitor says:
:: Puts his phaser away and steps out of the shadow to reveal his face. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles. ::   CNS: And that would be greatly appreciated.

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>SO: You are not to be near these quarters, ma'am.  You are to turn around and exit this deck.

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods in realization. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO/XO:  It may be time for me to be more widely known to the senior staff.

CMO Zria says:
:: Walks from the turbolift to her quarters, entering and heading for her bedroom to change. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods to the Visitor. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  I know it will.  Just let’s take it one step at a time.

SO Lane says:
Shadow: What's going on? Something to do with the Captain's up coming wedding?   :: Smiles sweetly. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Enters the bridge, waddling slowly to her duty station. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes a seat and motions for the Cmdr to do the same.  ::
Visitor:  Thank you sir.  My Exec has questions that require answers.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles wider at the CNS. ::   CNS: Sound advice.

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: I am sorry for my lack of trust, Admiral.   But duty is very important to me.  Disobeying an Admiral is not something I take lightly.

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>: SO:  Ma'am, I will say again.  Leave this deck or I will report you to Cmdr Horn.

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Exits the turbolift and sees Alpha team waiting for him. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
XO:  Ask your questions, Commander.  I'll answer them as best and as fully as possible.

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  Just trying to keep you calm so everything will work out for you and the Vesuvius.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Looks around wondering what is going on, on Deck 8. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Changes into a fresh uniform, with a Deltan style silk blouse underneath; smoothes out the wrinkles before returning to the corridor. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods. ::

CSO Trelan says:
FCO: ETA to the Cardassian frontier?

SO Lane says:
Shadow: Ah c'mon Lt…you can tell me. It's a surprise for the Captain right?
:: Moves near the door to listen. ::

FCO Horn says:
Hunter: Status report?

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  Right now there is nothing out of the ordinary...but as you know that could change.

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: Your presence here is the answer I was looking for.  I need no more convincing.   :: Turns to Captain. ::   CO: Thank you, Xen…For trusting me.
:: Smiles. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
Alpha team: Your orders are as follows....

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: Thanks.   :: Nods. ::

CIV McDonald says:
CSO: I have a feeling the SO is getting herself into trouble. I'm going to go get her.

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>:: Draws phaser. ::  *CTO*:  Shadow to CTO.

CSO Trelan says:
CIV: No. I need you at Sciences for the moment.   :: Grins. ::   I'm sure Hope will be fine.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Goes a bit cross-eyed looking at all the communication logs. ::

CIV McDonald says:
CSO: Aye sir.   :: Sits back down. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO/XO:  I think it is time to reveal my presence to the crew.  They must understand some of what is going on.

CTO Horn says:
*Shadow* This Cmdr. Horn, go ahead…

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods to her XO. ::   XO:  I needed his permission to let you in on this, Sam.  I'm sorry.

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter> FCO: We are 22 minutes from our designated mission area, smooth sailing so far, engines are running well.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
Alpha: You are reactivated and ordered back to your previous assignment....

SO Lane says:
:: Sees Shadow draw his phaser. ::   Shadow: Whoa Lt!  Keep your silly secret then.   :: Backs off slightly. ::

FCO Horn says:
Hunter: Thanks, you are relieved.  I'll see you next shift.   :: Whispers "Thanks for the extra hours" as Julie stands up. ::

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>*CTO*:  There is a Ltjg here, Miss Lane I believe on Deck 8 and she refuses to vacate the area.

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter>:: Exits the bridge. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Sits downs at her station. ::

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: Then I thank you, Sir.  Your trust will not be misplaced.

CTO Horn says:
*Shadow*: Understood. Keep her there I am on my way down with a security detail.

CMO Zria says:
:: Makes her way to the bridge to observe for a few minutes. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  Shall I have the XO call a meeting of the staff?

FCO Horn says:
CSO: 22 minutes to designated coordinates confirmed sir.

SO Lane says:
Shadow: I'm going, I'm going, sheesh.

CSO Trelan says:
CIV: Anything on long range sensors?

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO: With your permission, I would like to come to the bridge as an observer.  It should...raise a few eyebrows.

CSO Trelan says:
FCO: Acknowledged.

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>SO:  You are to remain in place until Cmdr Horn arrives.  That is a direct order from the CTO.

CTO Horn says:
*TO*: Meet me outside the guest quarters with a security detail. I will meet you there.

CIV McDonald says:
CSO: Clear sailing to our destination.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Capital idea.  And blood screening at the door.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Visitor:  Certainly, Sir.

TO Ryan Horn says:
Alpha: You will take orders from the CO, CTO, or me; no one else has the authority to change your orders and I mean nobody.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sighs. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Steps aside to let the Admiral by. ::

SO Lane says:
Shadow: I said I would leave.   :: Backs down the corridor. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
*CTO*: On my way.

CTO Horn says:
:: Logs off her panel and runs into the turbo lift without asking permission to leave. ::

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Sam, call the meeting.  Have the Doc do the blood screening at the door…Only one way in and one way out.

CSO Trelan says:
Self: What are we doing out here!? Nothing on sensors, nothing on the comm channels....

CTO Horn says:
*CO*: Please be advised, we might have a security breach outside the guest quarters.

CIV McDonald says:
CSO: I could throw something up on your sensors to make you think something is out there.   :: Grins. ::

Host CO Royce says:
*CTO* Acknowledged.  Please handle the situation.

XO Kelson says:
CO: Aye, aye Ma'am.   :: Taps communicator. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Calls for security team foxtrot to meet him outside of guest quarters and jumps on the turbolift. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks back at the CIV then lets out a smile. ::   CIV: No thanks.

XO Kelson says:
*CSO* Kelson to Trelan

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  We cannot leave yet, sir.  There is a security breach outside your quarters.

CIV McDonald says:
CSO: But why not?   :: Giggles. ::

CSO Trelan says:
*XO* Trelan, here.

SO Lane says:
:: Waves to Shadow and disappears around the corner. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Starts to pick up garbled Cardassian communications; mostly civilian traffic. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Exits turbolift and heads down corridor to the meet up with Mr. Shadow with her phaser drawn. ::

Host CO Royce says:
<Shadow>: *CTO*: She has just turned the corner, sir.  She would not listen.

SO Lane says:
Self: I should have gone straight to the lab.

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Arrives outside of guests quarters the same time as the sec team. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Indeed.  Capture the individual if possible.

FCO Horn says:
:: Closes her eyes partially to relax and focus on the area around the ship. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Rounds the corner and sees Ltjg Hope Lane. ::

XO Kelson says:
*CSO* Assemble the senior staff in the Observation Lounge after we arrive on the bridge.  Have the doctor bring her blood testing kit with her.  Kelson out.

Host CO Royce says:
*CTO* I want the individual captured and place in the brig…Tight security.

CTO Horn says:
SO: Stay where you are and don't move.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Retunes her ear piece for military channels, getting a faint comm signal, nothing distinguishable. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Points phaser at her. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Spots Alex. ::   CTO: Hiya Alex, just passing by.

CTO Horn says:
*CO*: Understood ma'am

Host CO Royce says:
*CTO* Advise when the situation is clear.

SO Lane says:
:: Raises an eyebrow. ::   CTO: Alex?

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Waiting for the CTO. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:   Sir, I am sensing a lot of tension on Deck 8.

CSO Trelan says:
*CMO* Trelan to Zria.

CTO Horn says:
SO: Ms. Lane, why were you on this deck?

CMO Zria says:
*CSO*: This is Zria, go ahead Commander.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  I'd like to see what the disturbance is about.

SO Lane says:
:: Smiles. ::   CTO: Promise not to tell anyone?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Picks up a faint Federation piggyback signal on Romulan frequency 102.45
MHz. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Visitor:  As you wish, sir.

TO Ryan Horn says:
*CTO*: Cmdr, I am outside of the quarters.

CSO Trelan says:
*CMO* Doctor, please report to the bridge and bring a med kit with you.

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: While we are here, may I ask one question?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Follows the Admiral. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Has a bad feeling and draws his phaser. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Thank you.  XO:  Of course.   :: Moves to the door. ::

CTO Horn says:
SO: This is not a joke right now. I need to know what you were doing on this deck

SO Lane says:
CTO: I was looking for Sam, err...Commander Kelson.

CTO Horn says:
*TO*: I am around the corner from you.

CNS Shirley says:
CSO: Sir, I am sensing a lot of tension on Deck 8.

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: It can wait...   :: Follows Admiral. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Confirms the signal, set a secure channel to the CO. ::   *CO*: Ma'am incoming message.

CMO Zria says:
*CSO* Aye, Sir.  Computer: Sickbay.   :: Waits for the turbolift to stop and quickly enters sickbay to pick up a med kit. ::

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* From?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods. ::   CNS: Thanks. I believe the CTO is there. Hopefully, he can ease it.

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

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Orders the Security Team to stand guard and goes around the corner. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
XO:  As you wish.   :: Moves out the door. ::   ALL:  Report.

SO Lane says:
CTO: I was just heading for the lab and thought I might get a few quiet moments with the exec…Something wrong with that?

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  Alright Sir...

CMO Zria says:
:: Picks up the kit and heads back to the waiting turbolift. ::   Turbolift: Bridge, stat.

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Ma'am a piggybacked Fede-rration signal on a R-romulan channel.

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Spots the CTO and the SO. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Sees Hope being questioned. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Exits the lift onto the bridge. ::   CSO: Reporting as ordered, Sir.

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* Acknowledged.  Can you get a reading who it's from?

CTO Horn says:
SO: There was nothing wrong with it before. But right now, you are in the wrong place at the wrong time. I am sorry.

CTO Horn says:
:: Sees TO. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods at the CMO. ::   CMO: Now if I just knew what you were reporting for.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks to the Admiral. ::   ADM:  Sir, are you expecting a transmission, piggy-back on a Romulan channel?

CTO Horn says:
TO: Please escort Ms. Lane to the brig.

TO Ryan Horn says:
CTO: Aye, aye.

SO Lane says:
CTO: What's going on Alex? Why is there a guard over there?   :: Points to the door. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Sees the crowd and puts hand on hidden phaser. ::   CTO:  Belay that.  I asked for a report.

CTO Horn says:
SO: I am really sorry.

SO Lane says:
:: Looks at the TO then the CTO. ::   CTO: Alex, are you serious?

CMO Zria says:
:: Looks at the CSO with a confused expression. ::   CSO: Is there some sort of medical emergency?  Are you alright?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Stands next to the Admiral. ::

CTO Horn says:
ADM: Ms. Lane was on this deck. When she was challenged by the guard she began to leave; when she was ordered stand still she left.

CSO Trelan says:
CMO: No, doctor. I was ordered to have the senior staff report to the Observation Room, and you to bring a med kit.

TO Ryan Horn says:
SO: Let’s go Hope.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Refines the signal and tracks it to a civilian freighter. ::

CSO Trelan says:
*ALL* All senior officers, please report to the bridge for a staff meeting.

CTO Horn says:
ADM: Per the CO orders, I am placing Ms. Lane in the brig

SO Lane says:
:: Lowers her head. ::   TO: I'm coming.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO:  Understood.  Mister Lane, that's insubordination.  You can think about it in the brig until I come to see you in about 20 minutes.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks sternly at the SO, then sadly at the XO. ::

SO Lane says:
ADM: Yes Admiral.

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Escorts the SO to the Turbolift. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Shrugs. ::   CSO: I see...   :: Mumbles… ::   I think...

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Ma'am, it appear-rs to be coming fr-rom a civilian fr-reighter-r.

SO Lane says:
:: Goes with the TO. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
XO:  See to that.  If she passes a blood screen, bring her to the briefing.  If not, shoot her.

XO Kelson says:
CO: Ma'am...there is an easier way...

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Turbolift opens and motions for the SO to get on first. ::

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Location, just inside Car-radassian space, headed toward the bor-rder.

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* Acknowledged.  Standby.    ADM:  Are you expecting a transmission from a CIV freighter on a Romulan channel?

XO Kelson says:
:: Eyes widen. ::   Admiral: Sir???

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Smiles inwardly at the XO. ::   XO:  What if she is not Mister Lane?

Host ADM Taylor says:
XO:  It's a chilling thought.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Resists the urge to forward the information to the CTO, thinking not with out orders to do so. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Not really...but it fits.  Can we locate it?

CTO Horn says:
:: Watches sadly as Hope is escorted away. ::

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* Location of the freighter again?

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: I'll take care of it, Sir.   :: Takes Hope by the arm and leads her down the hall. ::

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Location, just inside Car-radassian space, headed toward the bor-rder.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CTO:  Well done, Commander.  Carry on.

SO Lane says:
:: Looks back at the group. ::

SO Lane says:
XO: Sam?

Host CO Royce says:
Adm:  Just inside Carddie space headed toward the border.

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* Standby

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Waits for the SO to get on the turbolift. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  He's a good officer.  He'll learn not to put his feelings first.

XO Kelson says:
:: Whispers. ::   SO: Just move along quietly.  It will be explained soon.
:: Hustles Hope into turbolift. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Senses nothing from the space outside of the ship and stretches her search. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Shuts up and gets in. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Let's intercept it and see what's going on.  Time to intercept?

TO Ryan Horn says:
:: Enters the turbolift and asks for the brig. ::

XO Kelson says:
Computer: Brig

OPS Chaser says:
:: Refines the location beam trying to get an exact position. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks at Hope and shakes his head. ::

SO Lane says:
XO: Are you really taking me to the brig?

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* Does the FCO have its coordinates?

TO Ryan Horn says:
SO: I am sorry about this Hope.  We have no choice.

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  Is there anything I can do right now Sir?

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: NO ma'am, not without your-r or-rder-r, Captain.

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS* I need an intercept time.

SO Lane says:
:: Looks back at Ryan. ::   TO: I know, but really.

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: Just stay sharp.

XO Kelson says:
SO: They are just doing their duty.  I'm just glad the Admiral let me take over.

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Ma'am 17 minutes at war-rp 9 ma'am.

XO Kelson says:
TO: No offense, Mr. Horn.

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  17 minutes at warp 9

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:  Alright Sir...

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS*:  Is it a distress signal?

CMO Zria says:
:: Watches the action on the bridge as she waits for the staff meeting. ::

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  It's your ship, Captain.  But you know what I want to do.

FCO Horn says:
:: Sees OPS tap into flight control and wonders why she is doing the pilot's job; shakes her head slightly and goes back to work. ::

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  We need to head to that meeting, sir.

SO Lane says:
XO: Sam, I just wanted a few minutes with you. It's been ages since we...you know.   :: Smiles and pinches his arm slightly. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Exits turbolift and enters brig. ::   TO: Wait outside while I administer the test.

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Indeed.  Lead on, Captain

Host CO Royce says:
:: Heads towards the turbolift and enters it. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Turbolift:  Bridge.

SO Lane says:
XO: Test? What test Sam?

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Follows the CO. ::

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: It is a homing and or-r distr-ress type signal, Ma'am.

TO Ryan Horn says:
XO: Test?

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  You did say we needed to go to the Caradassian Frontier...perhaps this freighter is in trouble?

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS*:  Can you identify that vessel further?  I want to know registry, Captain, cargo....

Host ADM Taylor says:
CO:  Unlikely.  You said it was a Federation signal?

SO Lane says:
:: Waits for Sam to do what he has to do. ::   XO: Ok Sam, do it!

CNS Shirley says:
CSO: Do you know what in the world is going on Sir?

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Wor-rking Captain.

XO Kelson says:
TO: Yes...blood test.  And let me have your phaser.   :: Reaches out his hand. ::

CSO Trelan says:
CNS: I wish I did, Counselor...I wish I did.

Host CO Royce says:
ADM:  She is attempting to identify all that now, sir.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits onto the Bridge. ::

CNS Shirley says:
CSO:   Alright, just still wandering Sir.

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Exits quietly out behind the CO. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands as he notices all the people exit the lift. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Looks at the TO then Sam. ::   XO: Phaser? What kind of test uses a phaser?

Host ADM Taylor says:
:: Nods at the info from the CO. ::

CSO Trelan says:
CO: Orders, Captain?

XO Kelson says:
TO: Now, Mr. Horn!

CSO Trelan says:
:: Notices the Admiral, then looks in awe and questioning glance at the CO. ::

Host CO Royce says:
CSO:  Has all the officers been tested?

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Ma'am, a Car-rdassian fr-reighter-r, the Cobain, with a load of dur-ranium alloy for the gamma quadr-rant.

SO Lane says:
:: Knows she's just going to faint. ::

TO Ryan Horn says:
XO: Sir those where not my orders from the CTO. My orders were to escort Ms. Lane to the brig, I was not told to disarm myself being on security detail sir. I will need confirmation from the CTO.

CSO Trelan says:
CO: No order was given to that affect, Captain. I will see to it.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks to the CMO and nods. ::

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS*:  Is she in distress?

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Ma'am, the signal is a homing/distr-ress type signal.

Host ADM Taylor says:
ACTION:  The CMO administers blood tests and all the bridge officers pass.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Waits and looks to the Captain. ::   CO: Everyone checks out, Captain.

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: But I do not see any indications of distr-ress.

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

Host CO Royce says:
*OPS*:  Ignore it, Lt. but monitor it.  If you find there is indeed a cause for a distress signal, then notify me immediately.

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: It appear-rs to be a boosted combadge signal.

XO Kelson says:
TO: Very well then...If you hear me say fire, you are to shoot Lt. Lane dead.  Do you understand?

OPS Chaser says:
*CO*: Aye, Ma'am.

SO Lane says:
:: Gasps. ::   XO: Sam?

Host ADM Taylor says:
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