USS Vesuvius, NCC-71985
Episode 7

Whatever happened to...?

While in route the planet Gamma Trianguli VI for shoreleave the crew discovered shoreleave was cancelled and met with the U.S.S. Sequoia for a transference of Corophizine. Once the transfer was complete the U.S.S. Vesuvius then set a course to Sarius III.

Shortly after the medication was delivered to Sarius III, the U.S.S. Vesuvius received an automated distress call from a Bajoran ship. The Captain, a Pakled by the name of Rex'Mem, of the ship was very uncooperative and did not want anything to do with the ship and her crew refusing their aid.

When the U.S.S. Vesuvius  was about to depart, a Bird of Prey de-cloaked firing on the Bajoran ship again. Rex'Mem decided it was time to ask for help. Shortly after aid was given, Rex'Mem collapsed and was transferred to Sick Bay.  He has regained consciousness and is now in the Brig.

When the Away Team, beamed over to the vessel returned, the Executive Officer began acting strange. The Captain ordered her to report to Sickbay; however, she never made it.  A Security Team was dispatched to escort her to Sick Bay for a full physical.

The Executive Office is now in Sickbay, the CSO has secured the switching device, and the Vesuvius is now returning to Sarius III...

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Host CO Kelson says:
:: At command ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: In sickbay ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Walking around sickbay ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: At the flight console ::

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: Lt...ETA to Sarius III?

OPS Naug says:
:: Just finished sending a message to Starfleet asking for instructions on what to do with there new prisoner ::

Host XO Horn says:
CMO: Can I return to duty?

CTO Kyrron says:
:: In the brig tightening up the security arrangements ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Checks the containment field she placed around the box of balls and instructs the guard not to let anyone near it except herself and one other ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Checks her console humming under her breath ::   CO:  Sir, ETA is...36 hours at present speed.

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: Thank you, Lt.

CMO Peters says:
XO: I'll tell you in a minute, please be patient   :: Runs her tricorder over the XO one last time ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles at the cute guard and heads for the bridge ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Begins tapping her foot to the tunes…decided to go to early 20th century earth tunes.  Begins singing in a whisper, Magic Carpet ride ::

Host XO Horn says:
::  Waits patiently to be released ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Accepts a PADD from the guard and looks it over ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Looks over at the FCO ::   FCO: What is that you are singing?

Host XO Horn says:
:: Sits still trying to hurry up the CMO so she can be released ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Keeps the XO as long as she can, and watches hoping she'll get impatient and do something ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Nods in approval and hands it back ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Enters the bridge and heads over to the captain and stands behind his chair ::   CO: Captain, I'm back.

Host XO Horn says:
:: Begins to drum her fingers on the bio-bed ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Looks over ::   OPS:  Something called Magic Carpet Ride by...hmm can't remember the artist now.  I got interested in the catchy tunes of 1960's and 70s while I was at the academy.  I foolishly took a course in Music appreciation.  Look at me now…I wear earphones and sing.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Looks the way of the CSO ::   CSO: How's our new cargo holding up?

CMO Peters says:
Self: Excellent...   XO: You can go now, but want you back at the end of your duty for a quick check up   :: Motion to the door ::   You can leave now

OPS Naug says:
FCO: You should try some of the great Klingon operas

Host XO Horn says:
CMO: Thank you  :: Jumps off the bed and almost runs out of Sick Bay ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Grins ::   OPS:  I've got a few programmed as a matter of fact.  Which one is your favorite?

CMO Peters says:
:: Laughs as the XO leaves ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Enter the nearest Turbo Lift ::

OPS Naug says:
FCO: The song of Kahless, is always a favorite

Host XO Horn says:
Computer: Bridge, and step on it

CSO Lane says:
:: Moves around to face Sam ::   CO: I've placed the cargo in a security room and erected a containment field. I also assigned a guard to the room. Only yourself and I have access to the area.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Leaves the brig and walks toward a turbo lift ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Moves into her office, and updates the XO's file yet again ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Looks down at his console making a check of the power distribution making sure things are fine ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Wishes the lift would move faster ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Very good...maybe Starfleet will want to see it.  If so, you won't have much time to look it over yourself.

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles ::   CO: I think you could arrange that Captain.

OPS Naug says:
:: Looks back at the FCO ::   FCO: Maylorta

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Wonders why the lift is taking so long ::

Host CO Kelson says:
*CMO*: Kelson to Peters.  Doctor, have you contacted Sarius III yet for a report?

Host XO Horn says:
:: Lift stops and the doors swoosh open ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: An amber trouble light begins to flash on OPS' console

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Smiles back at CSO ::   CSO: Of course...

Host XO Horn says:
:: Enters the bridge ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Suddenly becoming chatting ::   OPS: Did you while on earth attend the Academy production of Hamlet all of which was done in Klingon...You never heard Shakespeare until its done in Klingon.

CMO Peters says:
:: Thinks ::   *CO*: Not yet, I just finished up with the XO

OPS Naug says:
:: Notices the light and punches a few buttons on his console to see what it is ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Taps her foot impatiently ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: Will check in with the guard later Sa...err...Captain.   :: Walks back to her console with a wink to Sam ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Walks up to the CO ::   CO: Reporting for duty.   :: Smiles ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Enters the lift ::

OPS Naug says:
FCO: Hold that thought

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Sees XO enter the bridge ::   *CMO*:  Thank you, Doctor.  Let me know when you have the report.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Nods to XO ::   XO: Glad to have you back as yourself.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Tries to recall what deck the armory and whatnot is on ::

Host XO Horn says:
CO: I do too

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Unfortunately misses the wink from CSO ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Moves over to her computer and tries to contact Sarius III ::

Host XO Horn says:
CO: What have I missed while I was 'not myself'?

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Miraculously is delivered to the appropriate deck ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Results come back ::   CO: There is a power drain in the computer core in the engineering section of the ship sir; dispatching engineering teams there to check it out

Host CO Kelson says:
XO: Well, the device that our prisoner used is under lock and key as is he.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The CMO’s hails are not answered

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Walks down the corridor to the tactical department headquarters ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Thank you, Commander.  Keep me informed if it gets worse.

CMO Peters says:
*CO*: Sir, my hails are not being answered

CTO Kyrron says:
::enters a large area with lockers.  A few tactical officers are loafing around::

CSO Lane says:
::looks over the console readings and taps a button::

OPS Naug says:
::hears the CMO's repley and checks it out signaling Sirruis III to see if he can have any luck::

Host CO Kelson says:
*CMO*::ponders doctor's response::  That is odd.  Well...keep trying.  I'll have Commander Naug try to boost the signal.

OPS Naug says:
CO: all ready on it sir

CMO Peters says:
*CO*: Yes sir, shall i keep trying from here, or come to the bridge?

CSO Lane says:
OPS: Distance to scanning range?

Host XO Horn says:
CO: We could try narrowing the band. It might help

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Introduces herself while she looks around ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::   OPS: Nice to see the quick response, Commander.  Also, is there any response from Starfleet?

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

OPS Naug says:
CO: Not as of yet sir   :: Narrows the beam to try to tighten the signal ::

OPS Naug says:
CSO: Not yet, still about 18 hours away from scanning capability

Host CO Kelson says:
*CMO* If you would rather try from the bridge, please join us.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Enters the armory ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Jumps up, and heads for the door ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Redirects the long range sensors to concentrate on the sector Sarius III is in, in preparation ::   OPS: Thank you, let me know when we are please.

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Walks over to Science 1 ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Skips down the corridor to the turbolift ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: So have you done any preliminary work on the device?

OPS Naug says:
CSO: Will do

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Eyes light up as she looks over the really, really big guns ::

CSO Lane says:
CO: Just a quick study of the notes I took when it was being used. I would really like to get a closer look at what makes it tick, Sam.

CMO Peters says:
:: Calls for the bridge ::

OPS Naug says:
CO: No luck getting a message through to Sarius III, but I did just get word from Starfleet

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Well, since you have 18 hours until scanning range, you could take advantage of the time.   :: Smiles ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Reverently takes one down and hoists it as if to fire ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Turns to OPS ::   OPS: What's the word, Commander?

OPS Naug says:
CO: They have advised us to dispatch the prisoner on Starbase 64 near Sarius III

CSO Lane says:
CO: Can you spare me Captain?  I can have Lt. Bond cover for me.   ::Smiles ::

OPS Naug says:
CO: Nothing else

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Admires the weapon's balance and weight ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Exits the bridge and looks around ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Slightly grimaces ::   CSO: If that's the best you can do...but remember, I can never spare you, Hope.

CSO Lane says:
:: Rolls her eyes at Sam ::   CO: Promises, promises.

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: How long would it take to get to Starbase 64, Lt.?

CMO Peters says:
:: Moves behind OPS, and pokes him to get his attention ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Jumps a little and turns around ::   CMO: Can I help you doctor?

Host XO Horn says:
:: Continues to look around the bridge and watches everybody work ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Takes the weapon and goes looking for the firing range ::

Host CO Kelson says:
CSO: Maybe if things calm down, I can join you later?

CMO Peters says:
OPS: Have you had any luck with the hail?

Host FCO Flyer says:
CO: At present warp, sir, 64 hours

CSO Lane says:
:: Taps her combadge ::   *Bond*: Lt. Bond to the bridge please.

Host XO Horn says:
:: Seeing the CTO not at tactical, moves around to the back of the bridge towards tactical ::

OPS Naug says:
CMO: Not yet, but I'm trying everything I can , I’ll let you know as soon as I make contact

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: That will be our next destination.  Set a course from Sarius III to Starbase 64.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: After a few false turns finds the firing range ::

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>*CSO*: On my way Commander.   :: Heads for the turbolift ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Nods ::   OPS: No problem, but I'm going to stay here till we get a hold of them

OPS Naug says:
CO: Sarius should have answered by now; something could be wrong

Host FCO Flyer says:
CO: Aye, sir    :: Punches in the coordinates for later retrieval ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: So it's not a mechanical problem?  There just is no answer?

OPS Naug says:
CMO: That’s fine doctor, if I get them you can talk straight to them

Host XO Horn says:
CO: We could launch a probe to the planet while we are in route to the Starbase and get a detailed scan to see what is happening

OPS Naug says:
CO: It would seem so sir, I'm getting nothing at all not even static

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Inputs her favorite target and raises the weapon to her shoulder ::

Host CO Kelson says:
XO: I would feel better visiting the planet ourselves just in case.  It is closer anyway.

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>:: Arrives on the bridge to relieve Hope ::   CSO: Reporting as ordered Commander.   :: Smiles and winks at Hope as he takes the station ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Waits for the image to appear, finger on the trigger ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Runs her fingers across the panel ::

CMO Peters says:
OPS: That would be great, any idea what’s wrong?

Host FCO Flyer says:
CO: At warp 8, ETA to Sarius III would be 12 hours, 25 minutes

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Sees the wink from Bond and feels his temperature rise a bit ::

OPS Naug says:
CMO: Wish I knew

CMO Peters says:
:: Frowns ::   OPS: Think something’s wrong?

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Fires off a few rounds ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Sees the CO's reaction towards Mr. Bonds greeting ::

CSO Lane says:
Bond: Thanks James. I'm heading for the security room. Please keep an eye on the sensors will you?   :: Whispers ::   I have this feeling....

OPS Naug says:
CMO: I don't Know   :: Still trying to hail the planet ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Moves back down to where the CO is ::

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>CSO: I bet you do Hope.   :: Smiles again and looks down at the panel ::

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: Take us to warp 8.

Host FCO Flyer says:
:: Moves his fingers along the console, increasing speed to warp 8 ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Whispers so nobody else will here ::   CO: You have nothing to worry about

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Checks her score ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Moves over to the XO ::   XO: Permission to leave the bridge ma'am?

CMO Peters says:
:: Nods and stands back so OPS can do his job ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Turns to XO ::   XO: I'm sorry, Alex?  Worry?  I didn't know I looked worried.

Host XO Horn says:
:: Nods her head in approval to the CSO ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Decides to come by after her shift and work on improving it::

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods in turn and heads for the lift and waits ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Reroutes power to give the forward sensors some extra boost ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Returns the weapon to its rack ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Whispers ::   CO: Her heart belongs to you. Never doubt that for a moment

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>:: Nods to Hope as she enters the turbolift ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Leans on the console, and watches the OPS officer work ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Wonders if there is a private office in the tactical area ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Spies a likely door and opens it ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Looks into the maintenance closet ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Arrives back in the security area ::   Guard: Any problems Ensign?

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::   XO: Interesting...I didn't realize I wore my feelings on my sleeve.  I'll have to watch my reactions more carefully.  But thank you for the kind words.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Closes the door and looks for another ::

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION: A faint crackling is heard at OPS' console...

CSO Lane says:
<Ensign>:: Comes to attention ::   CSO: No problems Commander. Do you wish to enter?   :: Finger pauses over the control panel ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Switches to audio ::   CO: I have something sir, listen…

CMO Peters says:
OPS: Wahoo, about time

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Finds an even likelier looking door and opens it ::

Host XO Horn says:
:: Whispers ::   CO: You are only human. Of course, if you prefer I could "educate" Mr. Bond on who's girl Hope belongs too

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Bring it up on audio, Commander.

CSO Lane says:
Ensign: Yes please. I want to examine the cargo more closely.

OPS Naug says:
CO: It's coming from the colony,  but it's extremely weak,  giving it every ounce of power I can to boost

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION:  No words are heard...just a funny sound coming across the channel...

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Finds a tastefully decorated private office ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Listens to the COM, a confused look on her face ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Whispers ::   XO: Even though I would get much pleasure out of letting you loose on Mr. Bond, I think Hope "educates" him quite well.

Host XO Horn says:
:: Listens ::

CSO Lane says:
<Ensign>:: Taps the control ::   CSO: Enter when ready ma'am.

Host XO Horn says:
:: Smiles at the CO's comment ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: What is that?

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Notes with approval the replicator installed beside the desk ::

Host XO Horn says:
OPS: Is that static or is that the communication we are getting?

OPS Naug says:
CO: Working on it sir   :: Runs it through the computer to decipher what the noise might be ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Goes behind the desk and sits in the chair ::

OPS Naug says:
XO: One moment ma’am

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles and enters the room as the guard re-establishes the force field ::

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION:  The computer is unable to decipher the noise...

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Logs on to the terminal on the desk ::

OPS Naug says:
CO/XO: Computer is unable to decipher any of the noise, I don't know what it is

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>:: Looks over at the Captain and then down to his console again ::

Host XO Horn says:
OPS: Would you say it was a manmade noise or a natural occurring noise?

Host CO Kelson says:
XO: I don't like it, Commander.

CSO Lane says:
:: Moves to the box containing the silver balls and opens the lid slowly ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Looks over a live visual from the brig.  Sees that all is well ::

OPS Naug says:
XO: Unable to tell at the moment…too weak

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Pulls up the personnel records of the tactical officers she found loafing
around ::

OPS Naug says:
XO: I would guess it's manmade, since it is coming from the colony…that’s just a guess sir

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>CO: I can run an analysis sir as soon as we get within range.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Frowns as she reads ::

Host CO Kelson says:
Bond: That would be fine, Lt.  But it will be a while before we are in range.

CTO Kyrron says:
Replicator:  Coffee.  Black.

CSO Lane says:
:: Picks up one of the balls and rolls it over in her hand ::   Self: Quality, that's for sure.

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>:: Nods ::   CO: Understood Captain.

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION:  The replicator produces a clear broth instead of the asked for coffee

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Pivots in her chair and picks up the mug ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Keep the channel open and the computer working on the sound.  Maybe as we get closer, we will get more information.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Intent on her reading, takes a sip from the mug without looking at it ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Picks up the second ball and compares the weight ::

Host XO Horn says:
OPS: What would happen if we transmit the same sound back?

OPS Naug says:
CO: Yes sir   :: Keeps the channel open and has the computer set to record and analysis as it keeps coming in ::

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION: Communications begin to grow louder, the unidentifiable sound becomes deafening

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>:: Covers his ears ::   Self: Yeow!!

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Turn that down, Mr. Naug!

Host XO Horn says:
:: Begins to cover her ears to block out the noise ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Turns the audio output down some to try to lessen the noise level::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Winces at sound ::

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION: The sound reverberates throughout the ship

CSO Lane says:
:: Pulls out her tricorder and scans the balls, moving them over in her hands ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks up ::   Self: What is that?

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Startled by the noise, drops her mug ::

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Is it coming from the channel or somewhere else?

OPS Naug says:
CO: Sir, that noise just transmitted itself of the ship wide comm system, and I don't know why

CSO Lane says:
:: Taps her badge ::   *Bridge*: Getting a loud noise down here. Any idea what it is?

Host XO Horn says:
OPS: Close the channel

OPS Naug says:
:: Closes the channel to shut the noise the off ::

Host CO Kelson says:
*CSO* We are working on it.  Getting it up here too.  All over the ship.

CSO Lane says:
:: Lays her tricorder on the box as Sam answers ::   *CO*: Source Sam?

OPS Naug says:
XO: Unable to close the channel; I can't shut it off

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Wipes some unidentifiable liquid from her monitor, then accesses the
short-range sensor data ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Hit's the console out of frustration ::

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION:  As suddenly as it began, the sound stops and silence reigns within the Vesuvius once more...

Host XO Horn says:
OPS: Cut the power to the Comm System then

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Has to yell to be heard ::   *CSO*: Seems to be a transmission from the planet!

CSO Lane says:
<Bond>:: Runs a scan with the internal sensors ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Listening to the silence::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Hears himself yelling ::

CTO Kyrron says:
*XO*:  What's going on?

Host XO Horn says:
All: And they say that "Silence is Golden"

CSO Lane says:
:: Notices the sound has stopped ::   *CO*: It's stopped Sam.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Looks over the sensor data for anything out of the ordinary ::

OPS Naug says:
:: Checks the channel to see if it is still open or what ::

Host CO Kelson says:
*CSO* Yes it has here too.

Host XO Horn says:
*CTO*: Getting strange communication from the planet

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Okay...any answers, Mr. Naug?

CSO Lane says:
:: Returns to her examination of the balls, picking up her tricorder again ::

CMO Peters says:
:: Heads off the bridge and goes back to sickbay ::

Host XO Horn says:
*CTO*: It might be a good idea for you to come up here and continue your tour at a later time

CTO Kyrron says:
*XO*: On my way to the bridge.

OPS Naug says:
CO: Well sir , the channel is still open but not getting anything, not even the slightest little noise

Host CO Kelson says:
FCO: ETA to planet...

OPS Naug says:
:: Has the computer go back and analysis the noise that they just heard ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Logs off the console and stands up ::

Host XO Horn says:
OPS: Any idea what that was about?

OPS Naug says:
XO: Well sir, I'm analyzing it know

Host FCO Flyer says:
CO: Currently 6 hours and 17 minutes, sir

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Leaves the office and walks through the tactical area ::

Host CO Kelson says:
Self: Still several hours away from sensor range.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Heads down the corridor towards a turbolift ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Tosses one ball into the air and catches it ::   Self: Hmm, light enough.

OPS Naug says:
XO: Nothing, I don't know too far away to make anything out of it

Host CO Kelson says:
OPS: Run a diagnostic.  See if the problem with the computer had anything to do with this.

Host XO Horn says:
CO: It might be prudent to go to yellow alert, just in case

CSO Lane says:
:: Sees her reflection in the silver coating ::

Host FCO Flyer says:
ACTION: The ball suddenly breaks in half as a light, mist rises from it disappearing quickly

OPS Naug says:
:: Runs a full diagnostic on all main computer systems and comm systems ::

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Waiting for the lift ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Steps back in fright ::   Self: Ack!

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Recalls the non-coffee episode and reports the incident to Engineering ::

Host CO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::   XO: Still the paranoid Tactical Officer, Alex?  Alright...let's go to Yellow alert.

CTO Kyrron says:
:: Steps into the lift that has finally arrived ::

Host XO Horn says:
CO: Always.   :: Orders the ship to Yellow Alert ::

CSO Lane says:
*CO*: Sam! We have a problem down here.   :: Voice breaking ::

OPS Naug says:
CO: All systems are in working order sir

Host CO Kelson says:
*CSO* What is it?

CTO Kyrron says:
Turbo Lift: Bridge.

CSO Lane says:
*CO*: One of the balls...it....

Host FCO Flyer says:
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