USS Vesuvius NCC 71985
Mission Conclusion:  Background Radiation

Previously on the USS Vesuvius:

In the heat of the founder crisis onboard the Vesuvius, the Operations Officer appeared to go wild with fear at the prospect of a blood test.  At the time, it was not known if she was a Founder, or in collusion with them.

At that time, she was confined to sickbay for her own and the crew's protection.

the Executive Officer interrogated her, and the CMO verified she was not a founder.  The conclusions of those reports, as well as medical reports in between have yet to be made public.

Now that the Vesuvius is at Starbase 64 for repairs, time is now being taken to find out the facts of the events involving Lieutenant Tigodan Starr Chaser.

<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Prelude and Introduction >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host VADM Taylor says:
ALL: Ladies and gentlemen, this hearing is convened under the authority of General order 19, which states:

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An officer can be recalled from duty at any time if he or she is judged to be incapable of 

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fulfilling his duty for medical or psychological reasons by the ship's medical officer or by 

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two commanding officers.

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ALL:  We have convened that personnel here today to attempt to better understand the actions of the Operations Manager of the Vesuvius under crisis situation.  

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ALL: This panel's decision is final by a unanimous finding.

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ALL: We are familiar with the report detailing the alleged offences of Lieutenant Chaser, and have assembled other experts and witnesses to find if there were mitigating factors to her breach of Article VI of the Starfleet Code of Conduct and General Order number 4.  

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ALL: For the record, those state:

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ARTICLE VI

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I will never forget that I am a member of Starfleet, fighting for freedom, responsible 

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for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made the Federation free.

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and

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4th General Order

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An officer shall follow a superior's order at his or her best, unless these would result in 

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a violation of the Prime, 2nd or 3rd General Order.

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The proceedings will begin.   :: Raps gavel on table. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits straight and true in her chair, eyes front. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Sits quietly in the rear of the room.  Has a good view of the proceedings and all its participants. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Finds seat in the Conference Lounge holding a small box. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stands in front of mirror as he places the three pips on his collar. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Sits in his seat facing the panel. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Opens his dossier. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
ALL:  This hearing is NOT a legal proceeding.  It is a finding of fact.

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks around to see who else is there. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Says a silent prayer that her sister can return to duty. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks down at the purring animal as Emily rubs against his pant leg. ::
Emily: Well, little one. Time to return to duty.

SO Lane says:
:: Walks along the promenade looking in the shop windows. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Tugs at the bottom of his tunic, then steps out into the corridor and enters the nearest lift. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: In quarters, dressing the baby. ::

CSO Trelan says:
Computer: Bridge.

RADM Silek says:
:: Sits next to Admiral Taylor and nods solemnly. ::   All: I would like to call CNS Shirley to the stand.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Exits onto the sparsely manned control center for the Vesuvius. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Waits for the Vesuvius CNS to take the stand. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Laughs as the baby smiles. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Stops in front of a pet store window and smiles at the cute puppies in the window. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: In Main Engineering overseeing repairs. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps over to Science One, running his fingers over the consol lightly. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Stands up. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sighs lightly, then enters a command. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Crosses her legs at the ankles as she watches the proceedings. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Folds her hands tightly in her lap. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Expression neutral. ::

SO Lane says:
Self: Oh how I wish I could take one of you little darlings home with me.   :: Sighs and bends down to get a closer look. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches everyone in the room. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Walks over to the witness stand. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Pays little attention to the goings on, on board the Vesuvius. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CNS:  Please state your name, rank, and position for the record.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Notices that the forward sensor array has been repaired and power has been rerouted from the deflector array's backup generator. ::

TO Horn says:
::Enters the bedroom of his quarters::

CNS-Shirley says:
CNS Fellowes: Becca Shirley Lt. and Counselor aboard the Vesuvius

CSO Trelan says:
:: Taps at the console one more time, securing the station. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Continues to watch silently. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Moves down to the command deck. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CNS:  I understand that you treated Lt. Chaser while she was confined to sickbay.  Is that correct?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Her mind wonders a bit as she silently speaks to her symbiont. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Watches these Starbase bumpkins try and repair his ship. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Picks up Abigail. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Observes everyone in the room and decodes body language and responses to OPS, to his questions, and then makes a few notes. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
Capt. Fellowes: Yes, Sir I did...

SO Lane says:
:: Decides to go into the shop and look around at what else they have. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: Hi ya handsome.   :: Smiles. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Focuses her attention to the proceedings as she hears the Ves CNS and Fellowes speaking. ::

CEO McGregor says:
Starbase Bumpkins: No! No! You can't do that lad's...Here let me show you how it's done…In the name of Nessie!

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CNS:  Please summarize your treatment regimen and the reasons you pursued that path.

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Watches the OPS officer closely for her reactions. ::

CSO Trelan says:
Stevens: Anything interesting going on?

TO Horn says:
:: Kisses his wife on the cheek. ::   FCO: Hiya!

CMO Zria says:
:: Goes through the details of Tigodan's medical treatment in her mind as she listens to the counselor's answers. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Stevens>:: Sitting at OPS, turns to look at the Science Chief. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Listens to the CNS. ::

CSO Trelan says:
<Stevens> CSO: No, sir. I'm just monitoring the ship's power levels and keeping a record of all the repairs that are going on.

CNS-Shirley says:
Capt. Fellowes: Well Sir, I do believe that the OPS officer is capable of returning to her duties on the bridge.  And I do recommend that she go back to duty, and to keep up her regimen and behavior therapies

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods to the young ensign. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CNS:  That is for this panel to decide.  Please tell us those regimens and why you chose them.

FCO Horn says:
TO: You look pretty good with that new pip.   :: Points to the full Lt. pip on his collar. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: Yours looks good too.

SO Lane says:
:: Picks up one small white kitten and strokes it. ::   Kitten: Oh you're such a pretty little thing.

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Holds himself perfectly still, acting as a psionic vacuum to hear telepathic interference if any. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Holds the box a little tighter. ::

RADM Silek says:
:: Blinks as he senses the Admiral concentrate. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
CNS Fellowes: Well they are  bio-feed back, diet and counseling.  Aroma therapy, vitamins , and all anxiety reducing therapies will help her keep calm and focus.

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>SO: May I help you with something Lt?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Prays her sister can return to duty. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Senses the Admiral. :: 

CSO Trelan says:
Stevens: I'm going aboard the station if you need me.

FCO Horn says:
TO: I can't believe she's two months old already.   :: Hands Abi to her daddy. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Feels a bit sick to her stomach, breaths regularly and concentrates on staying calm. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Concentrates on keeping her pheromones under control. ::

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

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CNS:  I see.  Do you feel that the Lieutenant is a danger to herself or to others at this time?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Enters the turbolift. ::   Computer: Deck 25.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Shows Starbase Bumpkins how to install transfer conduits properly. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Looks up at the clerk as she puts the kitten down. ::   Clerk: Oh I was just looking at all these beautiful pets you have in your shop.

CSO Trelan says:
Computer: Belay that. Main Engineering.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Shifts in her seat, tucks her feet neatly under her chair; she crosses her ankles. ::

CEO McGregor says:
SB Bumpkins: Just where did you say you lads trained...At the Starfleet Daycare?

TO Horn says:
:: Takes the baby. ::   FCO: I know.

TO Horn says:
FCO: You ready Commander?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Exits into the main bay of Engineering. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
CNS: No.  I feel that it was brought on by her medical condition, and that since has been treated and the counseling will keep going.

FCO Horn says:
:: Looks in the mirror to adjust her collar, still not used to the three gold pips. ::   TO: Why certainly Lieutenant.   :: Smiles. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: After you.

CTO Horn says:
:: Smiles slightly at the CNS statement. ::

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>SO: As you can see Lt. I have a wide variety of creatures, from Earth puppies to Deveron eels. Is there something specific you have in mind?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stops as the lift doors close and looks around...then sees a familiar face and smiles. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CNS:  Thank you, lieutenant.  You may step down.  RADM:  If you would be so kind, Admiral Silek?

FCO Horn says:
:: Leaves their quarters with her family and heads to the Starbase. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Steps down and heads back to my seat and smiles at the OPS officer. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Keeps looking straight forward, but thinks Thank you Counselor. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps over toward the familiar figure. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Glad that the CNS testimony went well. ::

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: Lance! I heard you were back!

CEO McGregor says:
CSO: Aye sir

RADM Silek says:
All: I would like to call CMO Zria  to the stand

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Nods  at the OPS. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Sits down. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles to herself as the CNS steps down. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Smiles as he outstretches his hand. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Raises an eyebrow toward the Deltan. ::

SO Lane says:
Clerk: Actually could I see one of those puppies in the front window?   :: Smiles and moves to the door at the back of the window cage. ::

CEO McGregor says:
CSO: I wish these Starbase Bumpkins would go work on a New Orleans class. That is all they are fit for

CMO Zria says:
:: Stands slowly and straightens her uniform as she walks toward the stand. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Laughs. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Feels the Deltan’s pheromones as she goes by. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  Please state your name, rank and position for the record.   :: Makes a few notes. ::

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: Look at it this way...once they are gone, you'll have plenty to do getting us running again.   :: Winks. ::

CEO McGregor says:
CSO: Permission to kick them out of my Engineering Department, sir?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Listens a moment to her symbiont, then returns her attention to the front. ::

CEO McGregor says:
CSO: I would rather fix it right the first time and sip Scotch...Sir

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes: Aye, Sir…Zria, Lieutenant Junior Grade, Chief Medical Officer.

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>SO: Of course you may, now which one would you like to see?   :: Opens the door and waits for Hope's reply. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Enters the Starbase and heads for the nearest baby store. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Pats the CEO on the back. ::   CEO: Same ol' McGregor.   :: Laughs again. :: Good to have you back, Chief.

CEO McGregor says:
CSO: Can I help you with something sir?

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  Lieutenant, describe the reaction of Lt. Chaser to the Founder screening.

CIV McDonald says:
:: Watches carefully. :: 

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: No, no...just thought I'd stop in and see how things were going.

CEO McGregor says:
CSO: Thank you sir...   :: Shrugs shoulders. ::   It's good to be back sir

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Raises eyebrow and wonders about Captain Fellowes' question. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: What do you think of this?   :: Holds up a baby sized replica of a command uniform. ::

SO Lane says:
Clerk: That one there, the little one with the white diamond on his forehead.
:: Points to a little tan dog wagging his tail furiously. ::

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes: Lieutenant Chaser reacted in a panic to the point of hysteria when approached for the blood screening.

CEO McGregor says:
Starbase Bumpkins: No! No…Lads don't touch that…it is fine...Go play with something that’s broken...  CSO:  Sorry sir I have to go

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods. ::   CEO: Understood.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Still doesn't remember that day. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  I see.  What happened then?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Shakes head with a smile and moves to the turbolift. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: Take her to the bridge in that.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Throws his hands up in the air and yells...I said not to touch that...Get out of here you idiots!

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Thinks he's already been over this with Fellowes and raises an eyebrow and scowls. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: Couldn't you just see Captain Royce's face if I did?   :: Laughs and pulls out a gold uniform instead. ::

CSO Trelan says:
Computer: Deck 25.

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes: She left the conference lounge in her hysterical state, followed by Captain Royce.  I waited inside the lounge and Captain Royce brought her back to the room in a faint.

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>SO: Are you sure ma'am? He's not the best of the litter, but that little buff colored one over there…see with the brown spots...he's the best of the lot.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Exits lift and moves through the docking port into the Starbase. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  At that time, what did Captain Royce do?

SO Lane says:
Clerk: No, I want to see that one please.   :: Points to the first one again. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: It would be funny

CSO Trelan says:
:: Places his hands behind his back as he moves through the promenade. ::

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes:  She left her at my feet and ordered me to perform the blood screening as she left the lounge to deal with an urgent situation.

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Sees where this is going and returns his gaze to the OPS officer. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Remembers well that fateful day. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  Did you log a broken wrist at that time?

CIV McDonald says:
:: Shifts his gaze over to the Admirals. :: 

OPS Chaser says:
:: Rubs her arm. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Grows serious for a moment. ::

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>:: Sighs and pulls out the puppy Hope pointed at. ::   SO: Here you are ma'am, a genuine Earth dog, a retriever I believe they call the breed.   :: Hands her the dog. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Shifts in her chair again, keeping her feet neatly tucked under her. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: I wonder how things are going in the hearing?

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes: At that time, no, I didn't scan her for injuries until later.  I could tell that she was in a faint, and simply did the blood screening and waited for her to come to.

CTO Horn says:
:: Curious at where the questioning is going. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Looks over at the CO. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: Me too.

SO Lane says:
:: Smiles and giggles as the puppy licks her nose. ::   Puppy:: Oh you are a friendly little fellow aren't you?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Remembers her arm hurting. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches her bonded sister; sees she is sitting straight, her head held high, and is proud of her. ::

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes:  When it took longer for her to wake up than normal, I used a stimulant to wake her.  A short time later, I noted that she was reacting as if in pain and nauseated and scanned her then.  At that time I detected the broken wrist.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  Do you feel that Captain Royce is responsible for the physical injuries to Lt. Chaser, according to the physical evidence you collected and examined?

FCO Horn says:
:: Looks at another outfit but is actually thinking about OPS Chaser. ::

FCO Horn says:
TO: I hope she knows we all care about her.  The bridge hasn't been the same without her.

CEO McGregor says:
Starbase Bumpkins: All Starbase repair crews, You are dismissed...Leave all repair Items here and please leave...My Team is more than capable of finishing the repairs...Thank you for your assistance

SO Lane says:
:: Looks at the clerk and smiles. ::   Clerk: I'll take him. Charge it to my account. Lt. Hope Lane, USS Vesuvius.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
ACTION:  Starbase crews look up at the CEO and shrug, then begin to file out of engineering...

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes: I didn't hear anything when she was dropped on the floor to indicate the injury occurred then, nor did I think there was reason to suspect them.  When researching the possible cause of the injury, using the ships logs and their time index, I discovered that the injury occurred when she fainted in the corridor.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Points the way to the exit. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: I know.  You work more closely with her than I do though.  The bridge has been quiet though.

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>SO: Very well Lt. I hope you enjoy your new friend.   :: Makes the notation on a PADD. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Notices a few officers stationed at the base that he knows and stops and speaks with them for a moment, then continues walking. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  So noted.  On physical examination of Lt. chaser, what did you determine, if anything?

CEO McGregor says:
METeam 1: Lads you take the injectors; Team 2, you take the M/AM Flow converters...I shall take the Warp drive couplings

SO Lane says:
Clerk: Oh it's not for me. It's a gift, for a friend.   :: smiles and points to the leashes and collars. ::   I'll take that brown collar and leash too please.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Makes a kicking motion with his foot as the Starbase Bumpkins enter the turbolift. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Nods and continues to watch Lt. Chaser for any sign of weakness or fear. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Stops in front of the pet store window, noticing a familiar face inside holding a small animal. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits straight in her chair again solidly holding her gaze on the Doctor. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Enters the shop. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Shifts again in her chair. ::

SO Lane says:
<Clerk>:: Mumbles under his breath. ::   Self: Finally got rid of that runt!

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps up behind the SO. ::   SO: Hope.   :: Smiles and nods. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks down to her hands as she listens to her symbiont. ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Leans forward a bit to get a better view. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Puts on her best Tigs Ravenprowler Klingon façade. ::

SO Lane says:
:: Jumps and turns around quickly. ::   CSO: Commander!

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes:  She had a metaphysical imbalance due to her Andorian/Caitian physiology.  

CSO Trelan says:
:: Snickers. ::  SO: What have you got there?

SO Lane says:
SO: All set ma'am and thank you.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  I see.  And is this condition the reason for her psychosis?  Is it a treatable thing?

SO Lane says:
CSO: Just a little gift sir.   :: Smiles. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Grins and turns to step from the shop, then stops. ::

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter> *FCO* Hunter to Horn.  Sorry to bother you Commander.

CSO Trelan says:
SO: By the way, good job on filling in for me. Very well written report.

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Thinks the Lieutenant seems to be holding up well. ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: Thank you sir, glad to see you're back to your old self Commander.

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes:  Yes, sir, the condition is treatable.  An extrapolation from both Andorian and Caitian blood was used to synthesize a serum.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Winks. ::   SO: Good to be back, Lieutenant.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Thinks breath in; breath out. ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: Don't tell anyone will you sir?

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  Is it your medical opinion that Lt. Chaser is capable of a return to full duty, then?  

SO Lane says:
:: Indicates the puppy. ::

CSO Trelan says:
SO: My lips are sealed.   :: Smiles. ::

SO Lane says:
CSO: Thank you sir.

FCO Horn says:
:: Sighs as work interferes with family time again. ::

FCO Horn says:
*Hunter* Go ahead.

CMO Zria says:
Fellowes:  Yes, sir.  She will need periodic boosters of the serum, for which a schedule will be set up and she will need continued counseling.

FCO Horn says:
<Hunter> *FCO* The power in one of the shuttles won't stabilize.

FCO Horn says:
*Hunter* I'm on my way.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
CMO:  Thank you.  You are excused.  VADM:  Admiral?  

CEO McGregor says:
:: Watches his team work like a well oiled machine. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Lt. Chaser, please rise.

SO Lane says:
:: Nods to the shop clerk and takes her new friend and heads back to the ship. ::   Puppy: Boy is someone going to be surprised when he finds you in his quarters.    :: Giggles and hugs the puppy. ::

CTO Horn says:
::Is glad the CMO's testimony went well also. ::

CMO Zria says:
:: Nods and returns to her seat. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Leaps a little higher than she should and lands on her feet. ::

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

Host CO Royce says:
:: Hopes her sister is returned to duty. ::

TO Horn says:
FCO: Go ahead.  We'll meet you later.   :: Watches his wife leave, then takes the baby shopping. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Is not amused by what he thinks is a show of enthusiasm. ::
OPS:  Lieutenant, How do you feel?

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Now plays the observer and takes careful note of everything the OPS officer does. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Clenches her hands and gulps. ::   ADM: Sir-r, r-ready to r-retur-rn to duty.

SO Lane says:
:: Heads for her quarters to get her little surprise all spiffy for his new owner. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Are you afraid, Lieutenant?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Tries to decide what to say and decides to be truthful. ::   ADM : Aye , Sir-r.

CEO McGregor says:
::Takes a Marginal Spanner and crawls into the exhaust manifold to make some last minute adjustments. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  That's the right answer, lieutenant.    :: Face softens. ::   Do you think we should be ruled by our fears, or like a warrior, should we conquer them?

CEO McGregor says:
*CO* Repairs almost complete Captain...The Starbase Bumpkins have already left...with assistance sir

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Nods, thinking the Admiral may have been a counselor at some point. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Straightens herself as tall as she can. ::   ADM:  A Klingon is bor-rn to
conquer-r.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Quietly. ::   *CEO*  Good to hear.  Make sure you take some time off, Lt.  Royce out.

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Yet you are not a Klingon.  You claim that tradition, then?

SO Lane says:
Puppy: I hope Sam likes you, but remember, no piddling on the carpeting understand?   :: Holds him up and looks in his deep brown eyes. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Fire burns in her eyes ::   ADM:  I was bor-rn on the Klingon home wor-rld and I do.

SO Lane says:
<Puppy>:: Cries a little and licks Hope's face. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  So I see.  Do you understand what you are alleged to have done, Lieutenant?  You violated General Order Four under fire.  You disobeyed a direct order.

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  I saw it.  I was there.

OPS Chaser says:
ADM: Sir-r, I have no r-recollection of that day.

SO Lane says:
:: Laughs. ::   Puppy: Ok, ok, I get the message. Now let's get you ready to surprise Sam.

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  I believe you.  But here are other charges possible here.  Article 6 of the Starfleet code of conduct says that you are responsible for your actions.  Did you know that?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Listens intently for her sister's response. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Listens softly. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Quietly to self. ::   Self:  Please let her return to duty.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Watches the Lieutenant closely. ::

OPS Chaser says:
ADM: Aye, Si-r-r.

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  I understand you were severely underweight.  Were you aware of that?

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  I'm asking for a reason.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Is surprised at that question and waits for an answer. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns herself stares at the Admiral :: ADM: Aye Si-r-r, I r-remain so as you see.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Pulls out the loose material to her uniform. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Lieutenant,   :: Face softens, as does his tone. ::   …we are not out to ruin you or distress you.  But it is possible to charge an officer under Article 6 with "rendering oneself unfit for duty."  I'd like to see you avoid that in future.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Nods, satisfied. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Tries to understand what the Admiral is saying but has no clue so goes back to attention. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Are you ready to face your life and problems like a Klingon Warrior, the heritage you claim?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Ponders the question a moment. ::

CEO McGregor says:
::Confident that Main Engineering is ready he heads for the bridge. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Doesn't know how to answer the Admiral. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Leans forward and watches the answer, using his Betazoid capacity to read her honesty for the first time. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Enters the turbolift. ::   Turbolift: Bridge

OPS Chaser says:
:: Thinks she will do her best but… ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  It's a yes or no question, Lieutenant.  What do you want to answer?

OPS Chaser says:
ADM : Sir-r I will do my best.

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  That's all we could ask...   :: Pauses for a second. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Exits on the bridge. ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Heads for Engineering 1. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Takes a deep breath, her knees refusing to stay still and shaking slightly. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Because I don't ever want to see you in a hearing like this again.  You're an officer, and you will ALWAYS do your best.  That is the spirit of Article IV and General Order 4.  CAPT/RADM:  Are we ready to rule?  I am.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Nods. ::   VADM/RADM:  I have enough to make a good ruling.

Host VADM Taylor says:
Admiral Silek?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Closes her eyes for a moment steadying herself, her knees stop shaking. ::

RADM Silek says:
:: Nods. ::

CIV McDonald says:
:: Prays silently for the OPS officer. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sets her jaw, clenches her fists. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Hopes for the best. ::

RADM Silek says:
Taylor: I do as well.

Host VADM Taylor says:
RADM:  Please do.

RADM Silek says:
All: It is my opinion that Mr. Chaser may return to duty.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Stands smiling.  ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Catches OPS’ eye and attempts to stare her down. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
ALL:  Please hold, we all need to rule here...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Stares right at him not flinching a inch. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Her glowing eyes fixed on him. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Smiles slightly. ::   ALL: I recommend that Lieutenant Chaser return to full duty as well.   CAPT:  Captain Fellowes?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Blinks her eyes slowly. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
ALL:  I find that Lieutenant Chaser has some things to work on.

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
ALL:  I remind you, Lieutenant, that my decision is binding here.  

Host CO Royce says:
:: Continues to smile and hopes Capt CNS Fellowes rules in the Kit’s
favor. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Keeps her eyes front. ::

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
ALL:  As long as Lt. Chaser keeps up with her regimen as outlined by the Chief Medical officer and Counselor on the Vesuvius, I see no reason why she should not be returned to duty.  

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
OPS:  I urge you to take what the Admiral said very seriously.  Please take care of yourself.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Nearly sways at the news but catches herself. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
ALL:  This proceeding has concluded.  Thank you all for attending.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves through the crowd toward her sister. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits down. ::

RADM Silek says:
:: Raises from his seat. ::

CNS-Shirley says:
:: Walks towards OPS. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Her eyes fill with tears. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
OPS:  Q'apLa, Lieutenant.

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

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  SuDwa'mach…

OPS Chaser says:
:: Jumps to her feet and salutes the Admiral. ::   VADM Taylor: Qapla'

Host Capt CNS Fellowes says:
:: Picks up his papers and files them via PADD scan. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Hears her name. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Nods and challenges her to do well with a glance. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Gently ::   OPS:  SuDwa'mach...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns to find her sister standing there. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Qapla'.  Dahjaj Soh ghaj chegh.  Hurgh jegh tIS.  reH roj bel.
<Translation: Success! Today you have returned. Dark surrenders to light. rhH roj (Captain Royce’s Klingon name) is pleased.

CNS-Shirley says:
OPS: Everything is going to be fine...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Picks up the Kit, not caring who is around and gives her a BIG hug and whispers... ::

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  I have missed your bounce and enthusiasm, SuDwa'mach.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Puts her down and smiles. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Nods :: CO : MajQa' HoDIw'  be; ni oy.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Ruffles her fur, then turns to leave. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Very well my captain and dear sister. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Grabs her sister from behind and give her a big squeeze. ::

Host VADM Taylor says:
:: Nods and smiles, exchanging glances with Silek. ::   RADM:  We have some things to discuss...

Host VADM Taylor says:
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