USS Vesuvius, NCC-71985
Mission Summary

Previously on the Vesuvius, the crew rescued 25 crew and passengers from the passenger liner SS Toltec, which was destroyed when it's warp core exploded.

It was determined that sabotage caused the destabilization of the warp core, and an investigation into that was to begin once repairs were made to the Toltec.

The mystery continues, now, after its destruction, as one of the survivors has been murdered in sickbay.  Cause of death was close range phaser on heavy stun to the base of the skull.  

Slovol, one of the survivors, released a small bomb into the midst of sickbay.  Can the crew stop the explosion in the few seconds that remain?  And can they find the killer?

Host MO Trevail says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Resume Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO Royce says:
:: On the bridge in her chair ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Runs towards the bomb ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Still at the helm monitoring the Vesuvius' course and speed and watching for any suspicious ships traffic ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Enters the bridge and takes her station ::

XO Kelson says:
:: In quarters reading Mission Briefing ::

CMO Blade says:
:: Tells the computer to erect a level-10 containment field around the bomb ::

XO Kelson says:
Self: Guess I'm needed on the bridge...

CTO Horn says:
Computer: Lock onto my combadge and beam object into space. Deactivate the Angular Confinement Beam and set for wide dispersal, Authorization Horn Alpha 1 Gamma

CEO McGregor says:
:: In main Engineering directing damage control teams ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Exits quarters and heads for turbolift ::

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Takes cover as she tries to pull as many of the survivors with her that she can ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Sitting at her console running regular sensor sweeps on the Romulan side of the Neutral Zone ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters turbolift ::   Computer: Bridge...

EO McCain says:
CEO: I can help with the damage control, sir.

CTO Horn says:
:: Puts combadge on the bomb ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters bridge ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION:  The bomb begins to make a bleeping sound as it counts down the final 5 seconds.

CEO McGregor says:
EO: Take Team 1 to the Medical area and commence with the repairs. Stay out of security's way

EO McCain says:
CEO: Yes sir

XO Kelson says:
:: Walks to Captain ::   CO: Here is the overdue paperwork, Ma'am...   :: Hands PADD to her ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: 3 seconds remain.

EO McCain says:
*Damage Control 1*: Head to Sickbay now.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles at the XO ::   XO: Thanks, Sam...     :: Leans over... ::   It's about time!

EO McCain says:
:: Heads off to turbolift ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Turns to see Sam and just smiles ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles and takes seat ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION:  Transporters come online and transport the bomb into space just as the bomb explodes.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Notes an explosion ::

EO McCain says:
:: Enters the turbolift ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Walks over to Slovol ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: Captain, there was an explosion just outside the ship.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Glances at the CSO ::

EO McCain says:
:: Arrives outside the sick bay ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Punches Slovol and hits him square on the jaw ::

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Sighs as she crawls out from under a biobed ::   CTO: I didn't think there was a chance, Commander.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Scans the debris of the explosion ::

EO McCain says:
:: Enters sickbay ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Working quietly at her console ::

CSO Lane says:
OPS: Can you tell where that came from Lieutenant?

CMO Blade says:
CTO: Nice  job, Commander.

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Looks at Slovol ::   Slovol: What did you think you were doing?

EO McCain says:
CTO: I was thinking that I might be useful for your investigation ma'am.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Listens to her officers ::   All:  What the hell was that?

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: Slovol takes the blow, staring at Commander Horn as if she were a bug.

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Blinks at the Captain, uncertain what she is specifically referring to ::

CTO Horn says:
Self: Uh-oh, I don't think that was a good idea

CIV T’Lara says:
CO: Captain, could you restate your inquiry?

Slovol says:
:: Raises a hand, brushing his jaw as if swatting away a fly ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  That noise...it didn't sound like the ship

XO Kelson says:
CO: Sounded like an explosion outside the ship...

CTO Horn says:
*Security*: I need a team in Medical

Host CO Royce says:
CSO: I want information on that explosion

CSO Lane says:
CO: No ships on sensors ma'am.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Ma'am the explosion came fr-rom a tr-ranspor-rted devise that came from our-r sickbay.

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  What?    *CTO*  Royce to Horn

Slovol says:
CTO: Do you feel better?

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: Much   :: Glares at Slovol ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Runs an internal scan to determine what is going on in sickbay ::

Slovol says:
:: His eyes play mischievously, while his face is stoic...barely ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns to look at the CO with her eyes round like saucers with a nod ::

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: What were you trying to accomplish?

EO McCain says:
:: Tries sensing Slovol's emotions ::

CSO Lane says:
CIV: T'Lara, can you scan that debris and determine exactly what that explosion was?

Host CO Royce says:
*CTO*  Royce to Commander Horn...please acknowledge

XO Kelson says:
OPS: What type of device, Lt. Chaser?

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Prepares a hypospray and walks toward the CTO ::   CTO:  Commander, I have a sedative ready if you want me to use it on him.   :: Looks directly at Slovol ::

EO McCain says:
CTO: I am not picking put anything from him Ma'am

OPS Chaser says:
XO: Sir-r, it seems to be some kind of explosive devise.

CTO Horn says:
MO: Just be ready

EO McCain says:
CTO: Its like there is nothing there.

Slovol says:
:: Turns his gaze on the MO ::

XO Kelson says:
OPS: Any idea of the makeup of the device?  Any damage to the outer hull of the ship?

EO McCain says:
CTO: If you want me to shoot him I can, ma'am.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Sam, Commander Horn isn't responding.  See what's going on in sickbay.

CTO Horn says:
EO: I don't think that will be necessary

OPS Chaser says:
:: Checks for damage to the ship ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes Ma'am...   :: Runs to turbolift ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Stands and moves towards OPS ::

EO McCain says:
CTO: Something is wrong with Doctor Trevail.

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: That won’t be necessary, will it?

CIV T’Lara says:
CSO: Are you asking me to determine what type of bomb was detonated?

XO Kelson says:
:: Takes turbolift to sickbay ::

Slovol says:
CTO: That, logically, will depend on the circumstances.

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at the CIV ::   CIV: If you can, please.

EO McCain says:
:: Tries focusing her empathic senses on Trevail ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Exits turbolift and sprints to sickbay ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks over to the EO ::

Slovol says:
CTO: If logic dictates, it will be necessary should someone approach me in a offensive nature.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Making power transfers to all undamaged systems ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Then looks over to the MO ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Scans for identification markers of the device ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Tries to enter sickbay but it has been locked down ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Runs a scan on the explosion debris ::

CTO Horn says:
MO: Are you alright?

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Is there any damage to the hull?

EO McCain says:
CTO: It’s not normal feelings associated with humans.

CTO Horn says:
EO: What do you mean?

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Turns sharply toward the CTO ::   CTO: Yes, just shook up from his crazy stunt.

EO McCain says:
CTO: I don't know its just feels strange, Ma'am.

XO Kelson says:
Computer: Override, Commander Kelson...beta 2112

EO McCain says:
:: Focusing to see if MO and Slovol's emotions are similar ::

OPS Chaser says:
CO : No damage, ma'am.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods to OPS ::   OPS:  Thank you, Lieutenant

CSO Lane says:
:: Wonders what can be going on down in sickbay and hopes Sam will be alright ::

OPS Chaser says:
*XO*: Seems to be some kind of gr-enade, Sir-r.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves back towards her chair ::   CIV: Have you been able to get anything on that boom?

Slovol says:
CTO: Now...these survivors...should not be survivors.

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: A ship is detected on the fringe of long range sensors.

XO Kelson says:
:: Override works...enters sickbay ::

CIV T’Lara says:
CO/CSO: It is a small hand-held explosive device. Similar to that of the small arms used. For instance...a grenade.

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: What do you mean?

Slovol says:
CTO: And if you are truly this vessel's Chief of Security, you will allow me to complete my task.

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks around for CTO ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Checks the sensors again from the helm ::   CO: Ship on long range scanners Captain.

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: I think we can discuss this matter while you are in the brig

Slovol says:
CTO: They wield their power most unwisely and recklessly.

XO Kelson says:
:: Sees Commander Horn is fine ::

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: Who Does?

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods to T'Lara and smiles ::

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Captain...Commander Horn is fine.  She has no combadge on and was unable to respond.

Slovol says:
CTO: I assure you, Commander. If I am going to go to the brig, it will be for a good reason.

Slovol says:
:: Shifts his eyes around the room, assessing the situation ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Walks to CTO and others ::

EO McCain says:
:: Goes over to MO and whispers to her ::   MO: What are your thoughts on Slovol?

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: And trying to blow us up is NOT a good reason

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods to self ::   *XO* The explosion appears to be from a hand held devise similar to a grenade.

CIV T’Lara says:
CO: I don't believe this inside incursion is that much of a danger.

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Thank you, Captain.

Host CO Royce says:
*XO*  Have our guests searched.  I don't want anymore surprises from them

CTO Horn says:
:: Acknowledges the XO's entrance with a nod of her head ::

Slovol says:
CTO: If it were simply you, no. But it is these reckless dogs.   :: His nostrils flare...most un-Vulcan like ::

Slovol says:
:: His voice raises a little ::

Host MO Trevail says:
EO: Personally, I think he has to be crazy... setting off a bomb in a confined space like this?   :: Shudders ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Watches the sensors more closely now ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Her tail lashes behind her ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  So much for our little excitement.  Let's hope for nothing more, shall we?

Slovol says:
Self: Murderous dregs.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Any reason you decided to go without the combadge today, Commander?   :: Half smiles ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes her chair and begins to wonder what is going on down in sickbay... ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: Captain, that ship is coming into range now.

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: Lets discuss this somewhere more private   :: Tries to escort him out of sickbay ::

Host CO Royce says:
CSO:  Identity?

CTO Horn says:
XO: That is a long story

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Waits until the EO turns her head and places the hypospray to her neck and injects her ::

CEO McGregor says:
::Turns main Engineering over to a yellow shirt and heads for the Bridge ::

Host CO Royce says:
Self:  So much for surprises...    :: Grins a little ::

EO McCain says:
:: Faints ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: She appears to be an Akira class...getting identification now.

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Focuses scans back to the Romulan side of the Neutral Zone, and on the forthcoming ship ::

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Can't wait to hear it...   :: Looks at Slovol ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Hears a thud as the EO falls ::

Slovol says:
CTO: That will be acceptable...if you agree to keep the...monsters...here, under guard.

CSO Lane says:
CO: It's the Typhoon!

CTO Horn says:
:: Turns and sees the EO on the floor ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sets up scanners to evaluate the debris field ::

CTO Horn says:
MO: What happened?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises an eyebrow... ::   CSO:  The Typhoon?  That's Admiral Taylor's ship.   OPS: Open hailing frequencies

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Shrugs ::   CTO:  I don't know what happened.   :: Squats down and starts examining her ::

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Looks up ::   CTO:  She's been poisoned.

EO McCain says:
:: Having dreams of Risa ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Opens a channel ::

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Channel open.

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Quickly administers an antidote ::   CTO:  Help me get her to a biobed.

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

XO Kelson says:
:: Reaches down and helps with the body ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Hears the MO and looks at Slovol ::   Slovol: Is this your doing also?

CSO Lane says:
:: Waits to see if the Admiral will appear on the viewscreen ::

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: Admiral Taylor:  Captain Royce to the Typhoon.  Greetings!  What can we do for you?

Slovol says:
:: Shakes head ::   CTO: No.

XO Kelson says:
CTO: Is this our murder suspect, Commander?   :: Motions to Slovol ::

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Looks at Slovol and mouths ::   Slovol: You will get yours.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Exits the turbo lift on the bridge::

CTO Horn says:
XO: With your permission, I would like to escort our friend here to the brig and re-erect the field around Sickbay. My investigation is not done yet

CTO Horn says:
XO: Yes sir.

XO Kelson says:
XO: It is your investigation, Commander.  Do what you see fit.  We were just a little worried when you didn't respond.  I'll leave it in your capable hands.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Activates Engineering 1 console::

CTO Horn says:
XO: Thank you sir.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
@COM: Vesuvius: CO:  Taylor here.  Greetings, Captain.  We need to talk.  

CTO Horn says:
:: Motions for Slovol to the door ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Is surprised to see the Typhoon ::

Slovol says:
:: Barely able to hide his distain, steps toward the door ::

Host CO Royce says:
COM: Admiral Taylor:  Admiral!  It's nice to see you again!  What do you have for us?

XO Kelson says:
CTO: I will return to the bridge.  Let us know your progress when you have the chance.

CTO Horn says:
:: Follows closely behind ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION:  The antidote takes effect and McCain begins to wake.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Glances at the view screen a moment ::

CTO Horn says:
XO: Aye sir. I will

Host CO Royce says:
:: Raises and moves toward the viewscreen ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns and walks out of sickbay ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Slows the Vesuvius to match course and speed with the Typhoon just in case ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION:  A scream is heard from several of the Toltec survivors.

CTO Horn says:
:: Once outside of sickbay re-erects the field to keep the people inside ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Watching sensors, still remembering the rumor of Kavek killing someone with the eraser of a pencil ::

Host Admiral Taylor says:
@COM: Vesuvius: CO: I don't want to transmit details.  We'll be alongside in a moment.  Permission to come aboard?

Host CO Royce says:
COM: Admiral Taylor:  Of course, Admiral.  I'll meet you in Transporter Room 1

XO Kelson says:
:: Too far away to hear the screams ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns back around and looks around the bridge to her crew... ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Hears the screams, lowers the field and runs into Sickbay again ::

EO McCain says:
:: Wakes up ::   MO: What just happened?

Slovol says:
:: Stops, a slight smile curling at the edges of his mouth ::

EO McCain says:
:: Gets up ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Takes turbolift to bridge ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks around ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Wonders why that old Admiral Taylor is coming aboard now ::

CEO McGregor says:
:: Begins running system diagnostics ::

Host MO Trevail says:
EO: You were poisoned.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Pulls up readiness readings for Transporter Room 1 ::

EO McCain says:
EO: Oh

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Lieutenant, you have the bridge.

EO McCain says:
CTO: I want to talk to you privately

CTO Horn says:
CMO: What happened. I heard screams

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves to the turbolift and enters it ::

Slovol says:
Self: Pain. They feel the burning of pain. This is enlightening.

Host CO Royce says:
Turbolift:  Transporter Room 1

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION:  An opening forms in the huddle of survivors and two bodies are lying on the floor.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
@:: Signals his OPS officer to beam him over to the Vesuvius Transporter Room ::

CTO Horn says:
EO: What is it?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Wonders what Admiral Taylor is coming aboard for ::

EO McCain says:
:: Goes over to Commander Horn ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles at Tigodan ::   OPS: The big chair…enjoy.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Feels the turbolift slow and stop.  Exits and walks down the corridor to Transporter Room 1 ::

EO McCain says:
:: Whispers ::   CTO: I think Doctor Trevail poisoned me, ma'am.

EO McCain says:
CTO: I've been getting shifty emotions from him.

CMO Blade says:
Self: Oh no.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Thinks BIG Chair?? And gulps ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Stands and heads to the center chair ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters bridge ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Overhears CSO ::   OPS: Not for too long...   :: Smiles ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks at the EO ::   EO: Are you sure?

EO McCain says:
CTO: He was the only one close to me.

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: Admiral Taylor appears on the transporter pad.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters Transporter Room 1 ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks around the room again ::

CTO Horn says:
Self: I have had enough already

OPS Chaser says:
:: Leaves the chair for her station ::

Host CO Royce says:
Admiral Taylor:  Admiral...    :: Smiles ::  To what do I owe the pleasure?

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Raises his hand in Vulcan Salute ::   CO:  Greetings Captain.  We have to speak privately.  Now.

EO McCain says:
CTO: What are we going to do about it?

Slovol says:
:: In the corridor alone, begins to saunter down the hall with a sense of...satisfaction ::

Host CO Royce says:
Admiral Taylor: We can speak here or in my Ready Room

CTO Horn says:
:: Walks over to the nearest panel and calls for Security Team Alpha to Medical ::

XO Kelson says:
OPS: We'll have to cut a hole in the back of the command chair if you plan to sit there often.   :: Laughs ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Smile obligatorily to the XO ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Hears Sam and giggles ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Walks to CSO ::

XO Kelson says:
CSO: So where did the Captain run off to?

CTO Horn says:
EO: If you are feeling up to it, escort Slovol to the brig. Take 3 security personnel with you. I will be down there shortly

EO McCain says:
CTO: Sure, I will escort him.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
CO:  Let's use your ready room.  It's close to the bridge.
 
CTO Horn says:
CMO: Can you determine the cause of death of these people?

CSO Lane says:
XO: She is heading to the transporter room to meet Admiral Taylor, Commander.

EO McCain says:
:: Points phaser at slovol ::

CMO Blade says:
CTO: Poison.

Host CO Royce says:
Admiral Taylor:  Yes sir...this way   :: Motions to the transporter room doors ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Goes back to the panel and hails the CO ::

Host MO Trevail says:
<Dresden> :: Appears in the corridor, directly in front of Slovol ::   So you're still looking for me?  I thought you had given that up years ago.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Confirms the Admiral is aboard ::

EO McCain says:
:: Goes to the corridor to find Slovol as he begins to walk away ::   Slovol: Halt, or I will shoot you.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Follows the CO ::

EO McCain says:
:: Begins escorting Slovol to the Turbolift ::

OPS Chaser says:
XO: Admir-ral Taylor-r is confir-rmed aboar-rd, Sir-r.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Follows the Admiral out and to the turbolift ::

CTO Horn says:
*CO*: Things are beginning to get out of hand down here. I am trying to get things under control

EO McCain says:
Slovol: Are you a Romulan?

Host CO Royce says:
Turbolift:  Bridge.    *CTO*  How long to wrap it up, Commander?

XO Kelson says:
:: Raises eyebrows ::   OPS: So...the prodigal Admiral returns...Very good.  Thank you, Lt.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Feels the turbolift speed towards the bridge ::

EO McCain says:
:: Enters turbolift ::

Host MO Trevail says:
<Dresden> :: Looks at the EO and then snaps his fingers sending the EO back to sickbay ::

CTO Horn says:
CMO: Is it the same type of poison used on Ms McCain?

CMO Blade says:
*XO*: Sir, 2 survivors have been poisoned.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Follows the CO ::   CO:  I apologize for the manner of my appearance, it's just that my requirement is quite urgent, Captain.  Please bear with me.  You'll want to make sure Commander Kelson is on the bridge.

EO McCain says:
:: Notices she is back in sick bay ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Still monitoring the Romulan side of the Neutral Zone ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: McCain appears in sickbay beside Commander Horn.

XO Kelson says:
*CMO* I assume Commander Horn has been informed?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   Admiral Taylor:  Yes sir

EO McCain says:
CTO: Somehow I am back in sickbay

CMO Blade says:
:: Scans bodies with a tricorder then nods ::

EO McCain says:
:: Hopes Dresden doesn't take her clothes away ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Responds to the CO via the panel ::   *CO* Unknown at this time Ma'am. There are 2 more dead people in sickbay

Host CO Royce says:
:: Feels the turbolift slow then stop.  Exits onto the bridge and looks around.  Sees the XO on the Bridge ::

Slovol says:
Self: A Romulan...how...typical of a question to ask.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
CO:  It's good to be aboard, Captain.  I've always enjoyed the Vesuvius and her crew.

OPS Chaser says:
ALL: Admir-ral on deck!

Host CO Royce says:
*CTO*  Acknowledged, Commander.  Keep me appraised.

CTO Horn says:
EO: What are you doing back here?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Leaps to attention ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Sees the Admiral and Captain enter the bridge and goes to attention ::

EO McCain says:
CTO: I don't know I was in the turbolift now I am here.

CTO Horn says:
EO: Where is Slovol?

EO McCain says:
:: Looks confused ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Stands at attention ::

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Nods to OPS with a smile ::   All: As you were.

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: Slovol and Dresden appear behind McCain.  

EO McCain says:
:: Looks around her and sees Slovol behind her ::   CTO: He is here in sickbay ma'am.

Host CO Royce says:
Admiral Taylor:  We've missed seeing you, sir.   Please...    :: Motions towards ramp to her Ready Room ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns back to her station, her tail lashing in the air ::

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: Sir...it is good to see you again...

Host Admiral Taylor says:
XO:  Stand by one, Commander.  We'll be with you in a moment.

Host MO Trevail says:
Dresden: I believe you were looking for us?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves down the ramp and stands at her Ready Room door waiting for the Admiral ::

XO Kelson` says:
Admiral: Yes Sir...   :: Bit confused ::

Host Admiral Taylor says:
CO:  Of course.   :: Enters the Ready Room ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods to Taylor and takes her seat again ::   OPS: Any idea what that is all about?

EO McCain says:
:: Angrily ::   Dresden: If you ever become mortal I will torture you.

CEO McGregor says:
:: Heads back to main Engineering, enters the turbolift ::

Slovol says:
:: Raises an eyebrow ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves back to Command chair ::

Slovol says:
CTO: Commander, this is most illogical.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO : No, he didn't br-ring anything with him though.

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Tries to stay where Slovol can't see her ::

CTO Horn says:
Dresdan/Slovol/MO: Okay, what in blue blazes is going on? And it better be good before I really loss my temper

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks at CSO and shrugs ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Shrugs back at Sam ::

EO McCain says:
CTO/Dresdan/Slovol/MO: Temper? I already lost it!

Slovol says:
CTO: As...insane as I might appear, I still have my faculties. And I find that this would be the possible work of your Toltec survivors.

CTO Horn says:
All: Nobody is leaving until I get a good answer

Host Dresden says:
:: Places a hand on the CTO's shoulder ::   CTO: Alex, I think I can explain...at least much of this.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Covertly looks for the Typhoon's ion trail to see what direction they came
from ::

EO McCain says:
:: Points phaser at Dresden ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks at Slovol and then at Dresden ::

CTO Horn says:
Dresdan: If you can explain, please do

Host Dresden says:
CTO: Slovol is after me.

CMO Blade says:
:: Pulls out phaser to back up the EO ::

CTO Horn says:
Dresden: What do you mean?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Spies the direction of the Neutral Zone ::

Host Dresden says:
CTO:  He and his family have tried to destroy my people for generations.  They feel that we are reckless, and for that we are not logical.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Scans for chroniton particles ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Stands and moves from her Ready Room with the Admiral ::

Slovol says:
Dresden: You throw caution to the wind to suit your own gratifications!

Slovol says:
:: Raising his voice loudly, then closes his eyes for a moment, trying to regain his calm ::

Host Dresden says:
CTO: As for the murders.   :: Looks at the MO ::   Madam Trevail has had that honor.  She has known Slovol for years and we have used her to try to stop him.  Although her methods are her own.

CSO Lane says:
:: Turns back to the XO ::   XO: Sam, you must have some idea why Taylor would just show up, don't you?

Host Admiral Taylor says:
ALL:  I need your attention for a moment, people.

XO Kelson says:
CSO: I'm just a lowly First Officer, Lt....

CTO Horn says:
:: Looks at the MO ::   MO: You are responsible for the deaths in here?

Slovol says:
Dresden: Trevail? An interesting choice of assassins.

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns to the Admiral ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks over at the Admiral intently ::

Host Dresden says:
Slovol:  Yes, I know you believe this.  However, you must admit we know how to have fun.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Waits for everyone to face him if they can ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks solemn as she waits for the Admiral to speak ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Peeks over her shoulder at the Admiral ::

EO McCain says:
Dresden: Know you are a bunch of immature little teenagers.

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at the expression on Xen's face ::

Slovol says:
Dresden: Fun. An emotional concept and another way you show your reckless nature.

Host Dresden says:
Slovol: A poor one though.   :: Smiles ::   We'll meet again.
:: Disappears ::

Host Dresden says:
ACTION:  Dresden leaves the Vesuvius as mysteriously as he appeared.

CTO Horn says:
:: Silently agrees with the EO statement ::

Host Admiral Taylor says:
ALL:  There has been a crisis that has presented itself on the Romulan frontier which will require the particular talents of your Captain.

Host MO Trevail says:
CTO: Not because I wanted to, I was trying to get him!   :: Indicates Slovol ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Gulps ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Blinks at the Admiral, hearing that there is a problem in the Romulan frontier...she's beginning to wonder ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Wonders if the ship will go with the Captain ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks back to Sam and then to the Captain ::

Slovol says:
Trevail: It would appear that you have failed.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
ALL:  As such, I must remove her from Command.  I hereby promote Commander Samuel Kelson to brevet Captain and place him in command of the USS Vesuvius, stardate 10301.11.

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Rolls her eyes and huffs ::   Slovol:  The master of the obvious.

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: What does all this have to do with the survivors?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Gasps ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Jaw drops ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at Sam, her eyes going wide ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Glances quickly in surprise at the Admiral, her jaw dropping just a bit ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Observes the responses from the crew ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Wells up in tears ::

Slovol says:
CTO: I may have been in error. Apparently, it was not the Toltec survivors after all.

XO Kelson says:
Admiral: I don't know what to say, Admiral...   :: Glances at Captain ::

Host Admiral Taylor says:
CO:  Captain Royce:  I hereby promote you to the rank of Rear Admiral (lower half) and place you as adjunct to my staff on Oberon Station, Stardate 10301.11.

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Smiles ::   ALL:  I like surprises.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Closes her eyes briefly and nods ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Starts to smile slightly at the promotion for both ::

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Grins smugly ::   Slovol: It seems we all make mistakes.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Sam, please call the crew to the Observation Lounge...stat

CTO Horn says:
Slovol: You still have to answer to your attempt to blow up our sickbay

Host MO Trevail says:
CTO: Not this time...   :: Smiles ::   

Host CO Royce says:
Admiral Taylor:  You are welcomed to join us

Host Admiral Taylor says:
CO:  I believe I will, Cap.. Admiral.   :: Smiles slyly ::

EO McCain says:
Slovol/MO: Why don't you two just get of this ship now?

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: Slovol disappears from the Vesuvius

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes, Ma'am...   :: Sends ship wide announcement for senior staff to report to the Observation Lounge ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Moves to her Ready Room and quickly pauses at her desk, steadying herself ::

CTO Horn says:
EO: Take the MO under guard to the brig please

OPS Chaser says:
:: Is sad ::

CMO Blade says:
:: Walks to turbolift and enters ::

EO McCain says:
MO: Your with me…move.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Tears well up and she blinks them back as she takes the red velvet box from her desk ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Stands and moves over to Sam ::   XO: Well hello, Captain Kelson.

CMO Blade says:
Turbolift: Bridge.

XO Kelson says:
All: Well?  You heard the lady!  Let's get in there!   :: Smiles ::

EO McCain says:
:: Escorts her outside to the turbolift ::

CMO Blade says:
:: Arrives on the bridge ::

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Walks with McCain ::   EO: If I have too...too bad I didn't keep that hypo for now.

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Turns her attention back to her console, and prepares regular sensor sweeps during her absence ::

CSO Lane says:
XO: Does this mean I'm the Captain's woman now?   :: Smiles broadly ::

EO McCain says:
MO: If you do anything that ticks me off I will stun you so shut up.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Calms her breathing as she controls her emotions.  Takes a moment to look out the window  ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Shakes head ::   CSO: Too incredible, Hope...   :: Walks her into the Observation Lounge ::

EO McCain says:
:: Enters the Turbolift ::

CTO Horn says:
CMO: I leave sickbay in your capable hands

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Stands and enters the observation lounge ::

EO McCain says:
Turbolift: Brig.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Picks up the box and slowly looks around her Ready Room... ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Walks briskly to the observation lounge ::

EO McCain says:
:: Arrives at the brig ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Walks over to the Panel again ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns back to her station very upset ::

EO McCain says:
:: Turns of the force field ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Walks slowly towards her door, then pauses again... ::

CMO Blade says:
:: Walks to and enters the Observation Lounge ::

EO McCain says:
MO: Enter the brig now.

Host MO Trevail says:
:: Steps inside the cell and sits down ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Exits her Ready Room and moves onto the bridge and towards the Observation Lounge :

EO McCain says:
:: Turns on fore field ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles wryly at last comment by CSO ::   CSO: ...with all it's privileges, my dear...

CTO Horn says:
*CO*: My investigation is almost complete. I am on my way to your location to brief you on the situation

EO McCain says:
*CTO*: I have put the MO in the brig now.

Host CO Royce says:
*CTO*  Report to the Observation Lounge first, Alex.  Royce out.

CSO Lane says:
:: Moves to a seat at the table, as Sam will take his place next to the Admirals now ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Enters the Observation Lounge and stands next to her chair waiting for the rest of the crew to arrive ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Not seeing the CMO, goes to the head nurse and tells her to carry out on examining the rest of the survivors ::

EO McCain says:
:: Goes to the turbolift ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves to the head of the table, not sure which chair to take ::

EO McCain says:
:: Enters the turbolift ::

EO McCain says:
Turbolift: Bridge.

CTO Horn says:
:: Exits the Sickbay and heads towards the Observation lounge ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Is starting to get very excited for Sam and Xen ::

EO McCain says:
:: Turbolift arrives and exits the turbolift ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Gathers herself as best she can and calls for a tech to sit at OPS ::

CIV T’Lara says:
:: Sitting in the observation lounge...prepared for the Captain to speak ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Goes to the Observation Lounge ::

EO McCain says:
:: Goes and enters the Observation Lounge ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Enters the Observation Lounge ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits quietly near the door ::

EO McCain says:
:: Sits near Alex ::

CTO Horn says:
:: Spies out the EO and sits next her ::

CMO Blade says:
:: Takes a seat next to the CTO ::

Host Admiral Taylor says:
:: Sits quietly with a self-satisfied smirk ::

Host MO Trevail says:
ACTION: The last of the senior staff takes their seat.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks around and sees her crew have all assembled ::   All: I would like Commander Kelson to step forward please and stand beside me.

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves to position beside Admiral Royce ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  It is with great sadden that I announce my leave from my post here on the Vesuvius for it has been an honor and a privilege to serve aboard her for a little over three years…the last two years in the capacity as her Captain.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Fidgets in her chair ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  I am proud to say I have served with the finest group of people whom I can call friends…whom I can call…my “family”.  I will miss you all.

Host CO Royce says:
All:  Good luck to each and every one of you as you boldly continue to go forth into space seeking new life, new civilizations and as you continue to uphold the values, standards and ideals of the United Federation of Planets.

EO McCain says:
:: Cries ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  And, as Federation representatives, I know you will all continue to embody the spirit, the l'esprit du corps which is the Federation.

Host CO Royce says:
All:  I also know I leave the ship in good, strong, capable hands.  Commander Kelson has been an excellent First Officer and will continue this legacy as he now commands the Vesuvius as her new Captain.

Host CO Royce says:
All:  I hope, as well as encourage all of you to continue to give your unwavering support to him as he begins this new era in the journals of Vesuvian history.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes a full pip from the box, removing the ½ pip at Sam's neck, replacing it to show a row of 4 filled pips. ::

Host CO Royce says:
XO/All:  By the powers invested in me by Starfleet Command, I am honored to promote you to the rank of Captain and all the privileges that come with this new post.

CMO Blade says:
:: Hangs his head and crosses his arms ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Watches Xen with sadness and yet is very happy for her ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Turns back to the crew as she glances toward Sam ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Works hard not to cry ::

XO Kelson says:
CO: Thank you, Admiral.

Host CO Royce says:
XO/All:  My wish for you, Captain Kelson, is a stiff wind to fill your sails, calm waters to patrol, and a safe harbor in which to anchor.   :: Smiles at Sam before turning back to the crew… ::

Host CO Royce says:
All:  And now, in my last act as your Captain…

Host CO Royce says:
:: Takes a very deep breath, feeling the knot of emotion tight in her throat.  Lets all the air out before going on with tears in her eyes… ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::

Host CO Royce says:
Computer:  Transfer all Command Codes belonging to the United Federation, Galaxy-class Starship, USS Vesuvius, registry NCC-71985 from Captain Xenobia Jenii Royce to Captain Samuel Quinn Kelson.

Host CO Royce says:
<Computer>: Command Codes belonging to the United Federation, Galaxy-class Starship, USS Vesuvius, registry NCC-71985 has been transferred to Captain Samuel Quinn Kelson.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks over to Sam with tears in her eyes, says quietly with pride as she fights the emotion that can be heard in her voice… ::

Host CO Royce says:
CO Kelson:  Captain Kelson…I stand relieved.   :: Steps back and salutes the new Captain of the USS Vesuvius ::

Host MO Trevail says:
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