USS Vesuvius, NCC-71985
Enigmatic Contagion - Part 3

After a shaky start on their new mission, the Engineering department was able to get the Vesuvius back up and running after several hours of downtime.

With the help of the CIV, EO Phixum and the Engineering department, was able to replace and recalibrate a couple of Dilithium crystals discovered to have hairline fractures.  Careful adjust to the phase coil also cleared the warp system of several other problems.

The ship is now in the Periates System ready to record the star R-2375 as it transforms from a Red Giant to a White Dwarf.

They have detected a Rendar class vessel which seems to be ignorant of the impending transformation.  They have just opened a channel to the vessel…

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Host CO Kelson says:
:: At Command, talking with captain a Rendar class vessel ::

XO Horn says:
:: On the bridge standing next to the CO ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: On bridge at station monitoring power levels and the open channel ::

TO Blade says:
:: At Tactical ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looking over the data coming in on the red giant that is soon to become a white dwarf ::

EO McCain says:
:: Sits at Engineering 1 running a level 4 scan on the primary hull lateral
sensors ::

XO Horn says:
CSO: How much longer before the star transforms?

Host CO Kelson says:
COMM: Vessel:  I repeat...what is your business in this system?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
COMM: CO: I'm just passing through, Captain...um...I'm sorry, I didn't get your name, sir

Host CO Kelson says:
COMM: Vessel: I apologize.  I am Captain Kelson.  And you are?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles ::   COMM: CO: Captain Kaufram, Captain Kelson! Pleased to meet your acquaintance!

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks up and over at the view screen as the mystery Captain speaks ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Keeps her eyes on her screen ::

Host CO Kelson says:
COMM: Kaufram: Likewise, I'm sure...Well since you are just passing through...you need to keep moving or at least move out to 350,000 km from this star.

EO McCain says:
:: Gets up and heads to the turbolift ::

CSO Lane says:
XO: It should make the change in about twenty hours ma'am.

EO McCain says:
Turbolift: Engineering.

XO Horn says:
CSO: Thank you

Host Capt Kaufram says:
COMM: CO: Why is that, sir?   :: Looks a little confused ::

EO McCain says:
:: Arrives at engineering and exits ::

XO Horn says:
:: Walks towards the back of the bridge ::   TO: What is the status of the shields

EO McCain says:
:: Heads to her engineering panel and sits down ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Sighs ::   COMM: CO: This star is about to change into a white dwarf.  It will vaporize your ship unless you move farther out.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Wonders why Kaufram doesn't know this ::

TO Blade says:
XO: They are fine, Ma'am.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
COMM: CO:  I see, Captain.  We-e-ell...I have a problem

XO Horn says:
TO: Thank you

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks back at her readings and adjusts the settings slightly ::

XO Horn says:
:: Looks over to the view screen when she hears that the other ship has a problem ::

EO McCain says:
:: Does a level 4 diagnostics scan on matter/antimatter reactor ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Scans for communications signals coming from the Rendar-class ship ::

Host CO Kelson says:
COMM: Vessel: What is the problem and can we be of assistance to your ship.  The...what was it again?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
COMM: CO:  You see...I'm having trouble with my engines, and I accidentally took my sensors offline.

XO Horn says:
:: Whispers ::   CO: We can bring tractor the ship and bring it inside our shields

EO McCain says:
:: Does a diagnostics 3 on the primary hull sensors ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
COMM: CO: I'm not sure Captain Kelson.  I just know my warp engines are running slow and sluggish

OPS Chaser says:
:: Thinks accidentally took your sensors off line, raises an eyebrow at the comment ::

CSO Lane says:
XO: Ma'am, the readings indicate that the gravity from the red giant is beginning it's shift. If that other ship doesn't clear the area, she may get caught in the gravity well.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Nods to XO ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
COMM: CO:  Unfortunately, I'm not an engineer, but this vessel has gotten me out of some tight jams!   :: Looks around his ship ::

XO Horn says:
:: Acknowledges the CSO ::   CO: The other ship better get out of there quickly

OPS Chaser says:
:: Gulps hard not liking the CO standing so close to her, still looking for anything suspicious about the Rendar-class ship ::

TO Blade says:
:: Monitors the shields ::

XO Horn says:
CO: There are some gravity shifts occurring

Host CO Kelson says:
COMMM: Vessel: We can tractor your ship out of danger if you think you cannot make the distance within a few hours.

Host CO Kelson says:
XO: Acknowledged...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Prepares a tractor beam and sounds the alert for bay doors in the shuttle bay ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Nods and sighs ::   COMM: CO:  I would appreciate that Captain Kelson.  Perhaps you can spare an engineer to look at my engines?

Host CO Kelson says:
COMM: Vessel: We'll do what we can.  Sit tight.  We'll be right there.  Kelson out.

XO Horn says:
*EO*: Can we out run any stellar matter heading our way from the star while towing a ship?

EO McCain says:
*XO*: I will check sir.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Opens bay doors ::

XO Horn says:
:: Cringes at being called Sir ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Bring tractor beam online...

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Lt. Hope...will you take the helm for this maneuver?

OPS Chaser says:
CO : Sir-r, suggest a tactical team to meet our-r guest.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Powers up tractor beam and awaits lock on orders ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Let's get him out of danger first...

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles at Sam ::   CO: Aye sir.   :: Moves to the helm and relieves the duty officer ::

EO McCain says:
*XO*: Sir, I believe we should be able to outrun the stellar matter.

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Bring us within range of tractor beam and let me know when we are there.

XO Horn says:
*EO*: Understood. Thanks

CSO Lane says:
:: Adjusts the helm settings to accommodate the tractor beam pull ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
ACTION:  Radiation begins to elevate from the star

CSO Lane says:
CO: Helm is ready.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Nods to CSO ::   OPS: Send a message to the vessel and then lock on with our tractor beam.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Locks on tractor beam and aligns it for the shuttle bay, sends a message to the ship ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Sits back and puts away his tools ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: I'm also getting radiation readings from the star now.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Sees the message and sits back ::

Host CO Kelson says:
TO: How are the shields holding up against the radiation?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Pulls the ship in monitoring stress and sheer factors ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Take us to a safe distance, Lt. Lane.

TO Blade says:
CO: Shields holding Captain.

Host CO Kelson says:
TO: Good.  Keep an eye on those radiation levels.

CSO Lane says:
CO: Aye sir, beginning maneuver.

CSO Lane says:
:: Begins to pull the Vesuvius away from the red giant slowly ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Watches the tractor beam with careful precision ::

TO Blade says:
CO: Aye Sir.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
ACTION:  The Vesuvius successfully brings in the vessel

XO Horn says:
:: Watches the whole thing ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Checks the ship is stowed and closes bay doors ::

Host CO Kelson says:
XO: Alex, have Ens. McCain meet you in the shuttle bay with a security team to see what's what...

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Sees his ship entering the shuttle bay and smiles to himself ::

XO Horn says:
CO: Aye Sir

OPS Chaser says:
CO : Ship secur-re, Sir-r.

CSO Lane says:
CO: Maintaining half impulse.

XO Horn says:
*EO* Meet me in the shuttle bay please

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Thank you, Lt.   CSO: Lt...you can return to your normal duties.
:: smiles ::

EO McCain says:
*XO*: Yes ma'am

XO Horn says:
TO: Please send a security team to the shuttle bay

EO McCain says:
:: Gets up and heads to the turbolift ::

EO McCain says:
:: Enters the turbolift ::

XO Horn says:
:: Exits the bridge and heads for the shuttle bay ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Calls over the duty officer and leaves the helm station nodding to the Captain as she passes ::

TO Blade says:
XO: Yes, Ma'am.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Unbuckles his belt, powers down his vessel and prepares to depart ::

EO McCain says:
Turbolift: Shuttle bay.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Breathes a sigh of relief and pulls her self a bit taller in her chair ::

TO Blade says:
:: Sends a security team to the Shuttle Bay ::

EO McCain says:
:: Turbolift arrives at the shuttle bay ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Send a message to Starfleet about our encounter with the vessel.

XO Horn says:
:: Exits turbolift and heads in the direction of the shuttle bay ::

EO McCain says:
:: Exits the turbolift ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Returns to monitoring the stellar event that is beginning ::

XO Horn says:
:: Enters the shuttle bay ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Secures his vessel and opens the door ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Walks around to TO ::

EO McCain says:
:: Heads to the shuttle ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Stands and exits his vessel ::

Host CO Kelson says:
TO: So how is the new station, Ensign?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sends a priority one message with all information currently available about the Rendar-class vessel and current readings of the star ::

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Aye, Sir-r, done Sir-r.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Stands as he sees two women ::

XO Horn says:
:: Sees the Captain exiting the ship ::

TO Blade says:
CO: Feels great, Sir.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
XO/EO:  Ladies...   :: Makes a sweeping bow to them ::

XO Horn says:
:: Walks over to the Capt ::   Kaufram: I am Commander Horn, the XO

EO McCain says:
:: Thinks is guy is a bit of a show off ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Takes the XO's hand as he straightens from his bow, kissing it quickly ::   XO: My pleasure beautiful lady.  I am Captain Lodus Kaufram, of the vessel USS Bounty.

XO Horn says:
:: Points to the EO ::   Kaufram: This is our Engineering officer. She will be able to help you with any problems you might have

CSO Lane says:
:: Makes sure that the sensors are recording properly by running a diagnostic ::

Host CO Kelson says:
TO: Good to hear.  You have a great line of Tactical officers preceding you.  You should learn much here.

XO Horn says:
:: Blushes slightly at being kissed that way ::

TO Blade says:
CO: I'll do my best ,Sir.

Host CO Kelson says:
TO: That's all I ask...carry on.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles at the XO, then looks at the EO, taking her hand, kissing it
lightly ::   EO: A pleasure lovely maid...

EO McCain says:
:: A bit annoyed ::   Kaufram: Not interested in men.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Walks to CSO ::   CSO: And how are things here, Lt.?

XO Horn says:
:: Stammers a little ::   Kaufram: What can we...I mean, how can we help...I mean the engines need fixed?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Is relieved the CO moved away ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Still holding the EO's hand ::   EO: A shame.  Well, my engines are running slow and sluggish.  I was trying to see why, when I accidentally took my sensors offline

EO McCain says:
:: Pulls hand away ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks around at the Captain ::   CO: Just fine sir, running a short diagnostic on the sensors but they seem fine so far.

XO Horn says:
:: Eyes the guest up and down ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
XO: Commander, I do appreciate your Captain's concern for my vessel.  I'd like to meet with him if I may

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Anticipating the stellar event?

EO McCain says:
Kaufram:: What where you exactly doing with the engines of your ship?

CSO Lane says:
CO: It is quite unique Captain, every scientist's dream.   :: Smiles and winks ::

XO Horn says:
Kaufram: I know the CO would like to meet you also, but he is a busy man. Maybe I could give you a tour of the ship first and when he is free, you two can meet

OPS Chaser says:
:: Purrs at her station, as she goes about her duties ::

XO Horn says:
:: Feels her checks get warm ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Looks back to the EO ::   EO: I was doing nothing special to them, just trying to get them to run smoothly.  I'll leave you to my engines.   XO: My lady...after you...   :: Motions for the XO to lead the way ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Leans in and whispers ::   CSO: I miss watching stars with you...
:: Smiles ::

XO Horn says:
EO: Let me know of the status of the ship once you had a chance to look at the engines

EO McCain says:
XO: Yes ma'am.

CSO Lane says:
:: Whispers back ::   CO: So change that.

XO Horn says:
:: Begins to leave the Shuttle Bay with the Captain ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Noted, Lt...   :: Smiles ::

EO McCain says:
:: Opens the door and enters the shuttle ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Follows the XO out, and once outside the shuttle bay, give her his arm ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: Oh stop with the Captain tone of voice.   :: Laughs softly ::

XO Horn says:
:: Looks at the Captain and decides 'what the heck' and takes his arm ::

EO McCain says:
:: Finds the panel leading to the mater/antimatter reactor ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: I must maintain some semblance of authority on the bridge.
:: Feigns superiority ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Assigns quarters for this Captain Kaufram in VIP quarters Deck 8 as far away from hers as possible ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles as he pats her arm ::   XO:  Tell me, lovely lady...what's a beautiful gal like you doing on a ship like this?   :: Gives XO a genuine, relaxed smile ::

EO McCain says:
:: Uses a tricorder on the matter/anti-matter injectors ::

XO Horn says:
Kaufram: Saving people like you

XO Horn says:
:: Smiles back ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: Who are you trying to fool Captain. The whole crew knows that you are the best faker on the ship.   :: Nudges him ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles ::   XO: With you to greet them...they have to be pleased.  However, I really would like to see your Captain, my lady

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: I do feel that I am just playing at Captain for now.  But it's the real deal.  Excuse me...

EO McCain says:
:: Notices a imbalance in the matter/anti-matter injectors ::

Host CO Kelson says:
*XO* Kelson to Horn...report.

CSO Lane says:
:: Just smiles ::

XO Horn says:
Kaufram: Would you like to freshen...I mean make yourself...I mean, get more presentable first?

EO McCain says:
:: Taps her combadge ::   *CO*: Captain the matter/anti-matter injectors are imbalanced sir. It’s going to take a few hours to fix it

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Grins at the XO's noticeable stumble ::   XO: I'm just fine for now, thank you, lovely lady.

XO Horn says:
:: Hears the CO’s voice and becomes more professional ::

XO Horn says:
*CO*: I am with the Captain now. We are in route to your location. Would you like to meet with him in your Ready Room?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
ACTION:  The EO begins to feel a little feverish

Host CO Kelson says:
*XO* Yes, that would be fine.  I'll be waiting.  Kelson out.

EO McCain says:
:: Feels a little bit sick ::

XO Horn says:
:: Pulls her arm away ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Thinks about sealing off the shuttle bay till further notice ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Lt. Chaser.  You have the bridge.  I'll be in my ready room.

XO Horn says:
:: Points to the nearest turbo lift ::   Kaufram: This way please

OPS Chaser says:
:: Blinks as she peers over her shoulder at the CO ::   CO: Aye, Sir-r .

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Keep an eye on those stars for me, Lt. Lane.   :: Smiles and turns to ready room ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Enters Ready Room ::

XO Horn says:
:: As Kaufram enters the turbolift, she exams his assets ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Watches Sam leave the bridge, admiring the view as he leaves ::   CO: Of course Captain.   :: Smiles broadly ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Balls up her fists so her hands will not shake and stands lightly to her feet moving to the center chair ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Picks up watering can and waters strange little plant left by former Captain ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Places his arm around the XO's waist ::   XO: Perhaps a little later, we could have...dinner?

EO McCain says:
:: Does a tricorder scan on a magnetic constriction segment ::

XO Horn says:
:: Begins to feel a little strange and light headed ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Gulps and sits down her tail draped over her shoulder, her feet not touching the floor ::

TO Blade says:
OPS: The Big chair again lieutenant.   :: Chuckles ::

XO Horn says:
Kaufram: Perhaps. Never know what might happen

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Brushes the XO's cheek lightly with his fingertips ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Peer sternly over her shoulder at the TO, with a contrite nod ::

XO Horn says:
:: Tilts her head slightly towards the caress ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
ACTION:  Radiation increases from the star

XO Horn says:
:: Feels her cheeks getting flushed again and weak in the knees ::

TO Blade says:
OPS: Radiation increasing from the star, Sir.

EO McCain says:
:: Does a scan of the injectors to see what is wrong with it ::

OPS Chaser says:
CSO : Please take the helm, move us away from the star-r ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Sits in chair ::

CSO Lane says:
OPS: Distance lieutenant?

CSO Lane says:
:: Heads back to the helm and waits for the distance from Lt. Chaser ::

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Distance sufficient to r-reduce r-radiation levels to within toler-rable levels, Lt.

XO Horn says:
:: Doors open to the bridge and indicates that the Captain should go first so she can peek at him again ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Moves aside as any gentlemen would to allow the lady to exit first ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Glances at the TO, wondering if he cannot see she is female ::

XO Horn says:
:: Blushes again at that gesture and leaves the lift first ::

CSO Lane says:
OPS: I can take us to another 25,000 km but any farther and the sensors won't record the event accurately.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Ver-ry well, make it so, Lt.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Looks the XO up and down appreciatively as he exits, then looks around the bridge noting all the crew there ::

XO Horn says:
:: Heads towards the Ready Room ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles at the lovely lady standing in blue ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods to OPS and moves the ship another 25,000 km away from the star ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Follows the XO noting a Caitian in the center chair, and gives her a winning smile ::

OPS Chaser says:
TO: Monitor-r r-radiation levels, infor-rm me if they become toxic.

XO Horn says:
:: Gives the CSO an evil eye ::

TO Blade says:
OPS: Yes, Sir.

CSO Lane says:
:: Hears a commotion behind her and turns around ::

XO Horn says:
:: Gives the OPS an evil eye also ::

OPS Chaser says:
*Sickbay*: Chaser-r to sickbay.

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at Alex and then back to her console ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Stands to her feet at the arrival of the XO ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
<Mendars>*OPS*:  Mendars here, go ahead bridge

XO Horn says:
:: Doors to the Ready Room swoosh open and she tries to hurry the Captain through ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles at the XO as he catches up to her, allowing the XO to enter
first ::

XO Horn says:
:: Gives everybody the 'he is mine so don’t touch' look ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Looks up to see who enters ::

OPS Chaser says:
*Mendars*: Doctor-r pr-repar-re for-r possible r-radaiation exposur-re.

XO Horn says:
:: Enters the Ready Room with the Captain ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles broadly at the Captain ::   CO: You must be Captain Kelson!
:: Extends his hand ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Purposely ignores Kaufram ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
<Mendars>*OPS*: Acknowledged

CSO Lane says:
OPS: We are now at another 25,000 km distance, holding position here.

XO Horn says:
:: Keeps staring at the Kaufram ::

TO Blade says:
:: Ignores Kaufram and keeps the radiation levels monitored ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Stands and extends hand ::   Captain: I must be...It's a pleasure to meet you Captain Kaufram.  Please, sit down.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Ver-ry good, Lt.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Takes the seat offered by Captain Kelson ::  CO: I want to thank you for your assistance, Captain

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Motions XO to sit as well ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Looks over at the XO and winks ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: The hair on the back of her neck stands up, she has a feeling all is not well on the ship ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Calls the duty officer back over and leaves the helm in her hands and returns to science one ::

XO Horn says:
:: Takes a seat and scoots it closer to Kaufram ::

XO Horn says:
:: Tries to hide a giggle from the wink ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Nods at Kaufram ::   Captain: It's our duty out here on the frontier.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Stares at XO ::   XO: Did I miss something, Commander?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Magnanimously ::   CO:  And I greatly appreciate it!  And thank you for sending a lovely welcoming committee

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Glances at the XO smiling ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Adjust the scanners to compensate for the added distance ::

OPS Chaser says:
TO: What ar-re our-r r-adiation level now, Ensign?

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Half smiles and leans back ::   Captain: I see...yes, nothing but the best here on the Vesuvius.

XO Horn says:
:: Turns to the CO slightly confused ::   CO: What was that?...I mean...missed what...No Sir I do not think so

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Any way to boost scanner-rs for added distance if levels continue to r-rise?

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Shakes head at XO in amusement ::

TO Blade says:
OPS: 100,000 kilarads, Sir.

Host Capt Kaufram says:
CO: Well, I was attempting to fix my engines, but I think the problem is a little more complicated than I'm used to

CSO Lane says:
OPS: I have them at maximum now Lt.

XO Horn says:
:: Turns back to Kaufram, staring at his profile ::

Host CO Kelson says:
Captain: Yes, so you said.  What exactly is your line of work, Captain?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles broadly ::   CO: I'm a bounty hunter, Captain

Host Capt Kaufram says:
ACTION:  The gravity begins to increase from the star

XO Horn says:
:: Feels her heart begin to beat faster at being this close to Kaufram ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Ponders contacting the CO ::

Host CO Kelson says:
Captain: Is that so?  You do realize that is frowned upon by the Federation.

XO Horn says:
CO: I don't think he really means anything by it

OPS Chaser says:
:: Stands to her feet her tail lashing behind her ::

XO Horn says:
CO: He just looks for things that people have lost

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Smiles broadly as he gets more comfortable... ::   CO:  I do know that.  However, there are certain...shall we say departments within the Federation that will go outside for assistance

CSO Lane says:
OPS: Lieutenant, the gravity pull is increasing from the star. You might want to inform the Captain that it looks like the change is going to be sooner than expected.

Host CO Kelson says:
Captain: And you are capable of rendering such assistance?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Ponders ::   CSO: Can you compensate?

Host Capt Kaufram says:
CO:  That's why I'm in business, Captain!

XO Horn says:
Self: He can assist me anytime

Host CO Kelson says:
XO: No need to cover for the man, Commander.  He's a big boy...
:: Smiles ::

XO Horn says:
CO: I can see that, trust me I can see that

CSO Lane says:
OPS: I think I can for now, but if the increase gets much higher...   :: Trails off ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
:: Glances at the XO and winks at her again ::

Host CO Kelson says:
Captain: Anything on the Federation's plate at the moment you are helping yourself to, Captain?

XO Horn says:
:: Feels her cheeks getting beat red ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Bounces in her spot ::

Host Capt Kaufram says:
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