SUMMARY: The following is the transcript of the Fourth Annual In Character Conference Cafeteria that was open Stardate 10509.23.  It is unedited in content, only in format for better clarity in reading.
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Capt_Durron says:
::sitting at one of the tables in the cafeteria::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::Grabs a Raktajino from the replicator, grimaces at the first sip, then walks up to the only occupied table. :: Capt. Durron:  May I?

Capt_Durron says:
::nods to the Lieutenant Commander:: FCO_Aan: Of course

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Sits, takes another sip, then remembers human social protocol and offers his hand. ::  Capt. Durron:  Lt. Commander A'an Selzah, U.S.S. Seleya.

Capt_Durron says:
::takes the Commander's hand and shakes it breifly:: FCO: Captain Durron, USS Europa.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Nods. ::  Capt. Durron: Are you lecturing today, Captain?

Capt_Durron says:
::shakes his head:: FCO: No, I'm here to lear this year, next year I may be teaching.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Nods. ::

Capt_Durron says:
FCO: What about you?  Are you giving a lecture?

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Takes another sip, grimaces. ::  Capt. Durron:  Oh no, just lurking really.  To be honest, I'm drifting a little right now.  The Seleya's being overhauled, and theres not much for a pilot to do when the ships in dock.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Holds up the cup. ::  All: This may be the worst cup of coffee I've ever had....

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::  Looks over at the Commissary attendant. ::  Attendant:  What did you do, program that thing to dispence dirt in everything?

Capt_Durron says:
::smiles:: FCO: I know the feeling, before Starfleet got it into their head that I was supposed to be in command I was a pilot.  Also, that is the only reason you do not see me with a cup of coffee in my hand.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
: Shrugs. :: Capt. Durron:  Cant help it, I'm Bajoran.  Were born with a caffen addiction.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  Hopefully there will be some decent distraction today.  I've never been to one of these lectures.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  Not even sure whos speaking today, or on what.

Capt_Durron says:
FCO: It depends on what you are looking for.  I'm sure that you'll find something to your likeing.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Sits back in his chair. ::  Capt. Durron:  So, what has the Europa been up to recently?  To be honest, I'm a little behind of fleet gossip.

Capt_Durron says:
FCO: We just got out of a major refit.  Changed from a sceince pod to a Tactical Pod.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  Nebula Class?

Capt_Durron says:
::glances up as a large number of officers enter the room::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::  Notices the new arrivals. gives a weak smile to a few. ::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
All: Beware the Raktajino.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
Capt: Every nice sir but be careful of those thing the Triton blew up make a good chuck of the ship with it

Capt_Durron says:
FCO: Yes indeed, finest in the fleet.  The Seleya you said, isn't she one of the Soverigns?

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  Yes sir.

Capt_Durron says:
CEO_Arca: Raktajino, or Tactical pods?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::laughs::Capt: The pod

Capt_Durron says:
FCO: Whats she been up to?

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  Cant complain about the Seleya.  Shes got it in all the right places.  She could use a little more speed in the warp department, but she more than makes up for it in tactical and defense tech.

Capt_Durron says:
CEO: How did they manage that?

Baranephelion says:
::pops momentarily into the mess, and takes a quick look around... seeing a familiar face, he gives the captain a wink, and promptly heads out again::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Rolls his eyes. ::  Capt. Durron:  Pakleds.  Need I say more?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
Capt: From the reports I have read a plasma overload it a torpedo rack setting them off

Capt_Durron says:
::nodds understandingly at the FCO:: FCO: No more at all.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
<plasma relay>

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  To be honest, it was a fairly productive mission. First contact with a new species, some info on a possible threat in our future.

Capt_Durron says:
::Whistles at the idea.:: CEO: Well that would do it. Have a seet Lieutenant.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Capt. Durron:  You know, the ususal.

Capt_Durron says:
::looks at the FCO:: FCO: The old story.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::takes a seat:: Capt: Yet the Don Johnson which is where I'm stationed is going to be in dry dock for a while

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Lt. Arca:  Wear and tear or combat?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
FCO: Combat

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
ALL: Lost a nacelle and more then half of my engineering crew

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Nods, t aking another sip of his horrible coffee. ::  Lt. Arca:  Yeah, we've all been there.  We lost our CEO and a few other officers to combat fatigue, not to mention more than a few casualties in the past.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::  Puts his raktajino down and offers his hand. ::  Lt. Arca:  A'an Selzah, U.S.S. Seleya.

Capt_Durron says:
::nodds to the CEO, sypathy in his eyes. Than indicates himself:: CEO: Captain Ray Durron, USS Europa.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::drinks some of his tea:: LtCmdr Aan: Mark Arca U.S.S. Don Johnson

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
Capt_Duran: Mark Arca U.S.S. Don Johnson

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Picks up his coffee, thinking for a moment. ::  Lt. Arca:  Don Johnson,,,,,she's an Excelsior class?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::shakes his head:: FCO: No its a New Orleans Class

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
All:  Been a while since I ran over fleet specs.

Capt_Durron says:
All: And, now I have to take my leave of you.  I've got at little paper work to get  done before I get to listen to any of the lectures.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::smiles I know what you mean

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
Capt_Duran: Nice meaning you sir

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Nods. ::  Capt. Durron:  Likewise sir.

Capt_Durron says:
::stands up and brushes off his pants than nodds to both gentelmen and heads for the door::

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
<edit meeting>

Capt_Durron says:
::over his sholder on the way out the door:: CEO/FCO: It was a pleasure gentlemen, I look forward to seeing you later.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::drinks some more of his tea:: LtCmdr: So what lecture are you looking forward to  see

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::nodds at Capt Durron::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Sits in silence for a moment. Shrugs. ::  Lt. Arca:  To be honest, I'm not even sure who's speaking today.  I just decided if I'm going to sit around waiting for the SCE to get the Seleya up to specs, I may as well do something constructive. So, who was doing the shooting?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
LtCmdr: Well it depends on the lecture. I'm looking forward on seeing Lt. Kell lecture on Firepower and LtCmdr Mrlr on Special Ops

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Nods. :: Lt. Arca:  Might take in one or both of those myself.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
LtCmdr: Well sir I'll keep a seat open for you

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Lt. Arca: You happen to know the times on those lectures?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
LtCmdr: You know I was a FCO myself when I started in starfleet.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
Lt. Arca:  What made you decide to change?

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
LtCmdr Aan: Those lecture are much later 2200 and 2300

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
LtCmdr Aan: Well my famly have been engineers for a long time most of them worked in the shipyard. So its in my blood and after a rough crash it made me start thinking

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Nods. ::  Lt. Arca:  A good engineer is hard to find.

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::finishes his coffee, then stands and offers his hand again. ::  Lt. Arca:  Well, its been a pleasure.

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
LtCmdr Aan: Likewise sir

CEO_Lt_Arca says:
::gets up and exits::

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::walks into the cafeteria and goes to the replicator::

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
Howdy all

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Walks over to the dispensory, puts his glass on the ledge, gives the commissary officer a dirty look. ::  Commissary Officer:  That was without a doubt the worst cup of raktajino I've ever had in my life.  If I were you, I'd fix it.  I'm a lot more forgiving than most other caffeen junkies.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::looks over at McLir:: Cmder Mclir: Howdy?

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::Nods at Cmdr. McLir. ::

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
Just a friendly greeting Ensign ::smiles::

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Cmdr McLir: Oh well howdy to you to sir

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::order fish juices and takes a seat::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Looks at the Commander and shrugs.  Earthers were like that. ::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
::Notices the Ensign, and suddenly gets a look on his face similar to someone who just swallowed a bug. ::

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
::looks around the room nods and steps toward the hatch:: Well, ya'll have fun. I'll be in the area. ::Leaves the room::

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::drinks some of his juice and sees LtCmdr Aan looking at him::

FCO_LtCmdr_Aan says:
:: Gives the Ensign a slight nod, then does an about face and starts heading for the door. ::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
::answers the nod with another one::

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::watches the LtCmdr leave the room::

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::sees another ensign walk need and nodds at him::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
::nods back:: Hello Ensign, I am Ensign Polo, USS Triton.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Ensign Balena Antic U.S.S. Pharaoh

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
CMO: Nice to meet you Ensign, I was just here for a Raktajino, but I hope to see you later.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
OPS: Like wise

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
::orders a Raktajino from the replicator and exits the room after waving goodbye to Ensign Balena::

CO_Regnum says:
Howdy

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Hello sir

CO_Regnum says:
How are you Ensign

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Fine captain

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
::nodds at the CSO::

CSO_On`Tia says:
::nods to the Captain and the CMO:: 

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
On'Tia: Balena Antic U.S.S. Pharaoh

CO_Regnum says:
::returns the nod to CSO ON`Tia::

CO_Regnum says:
Self: Ah it's good to be back here at the academy again, last time I was at one of these conferences I was the CEO of the Scorpius.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Regnum: Balena Antic U.S.S. Pharaoh

CO_Regnum says:
CMO: A Pleasure to meet you Doctor, you know the Pharoah was the first ship I ever served on.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Regnum: Really sir its my first posting

CO_Regnum says:
CMO: It's a fine ship, unfortunately I didn't get to stay on it for more then a few weeks before I was transferred to the Artemis, where I served for quite some time.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Regnum: Well everyone got to do there one thing and from what I can tell it paid of sir.

CSO_On`Tia says:
::listened to the two talk::

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
On'Tia: So ensign what ship are you from?

CSO_On`Tia says:
CMO: I'm currently stationed on the USS Scorpius.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
On'Tia: Intrepid class?

CO_Regnum says:
CMO: Wise words.

CO_Regnum says:
On'Tia: The Scorpius is a fine ship, served on it myself for a while, I had to practically rebuild it from scratch after one particularly nasty battle.

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
Regnum: Well sir after living under the Cardassian you choice your words correctly and make sure they wisdom to it

CSO_On`Tia says:
CMO: No, she's an Ambassador Class. 

CMO_Ens_Balena says:
On'Tia: I stand corrected

CSO_On`Tia says:
CO: Thank you Sir.

LT_JG_STJames says:
::strolls in, and nods to the few gathered whilst looking for a seat::

LT_JG_STJames says:
::raises an eyebrow and looks around the room:: All: Place always go quiet when yeh catch wind o' someone new enterin'? ::winks::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
when is the XO #Command?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
sorry hit the wrong close

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
4 pm Pacific/ 7 pm Eastern/ 12 am (Saturday)London

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
meaning?

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
Room #Excutive

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
didn't you ask about the XO seminar?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
yeah

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
or were you asking about the Command seminar?

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
that is a different seminar

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
the XO one

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
The Command seminar is at 6 pm Pacific/ 9 pm Eastern/ 2 am (Saturday)London

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
but may have to be reschedule as the speaker might have a work conflict

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
it is in #executive

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
yes it is

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
I believe the seminar schedule is on the subspace forum

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
how long does each one go, becuase I want to also be on the Tactical

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
generally about an hour

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
thanks

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
but don't feel obligated to stay longer if you want to attend some others

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
or you could open more than one window <G>

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
true, I also have the fleet yard open at the time

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
be back later, have to return to the house repairs

CO_Regnum says:
Oh look, there are people here

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
you said the time zone deal was on subspace or ODN?

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
::walks into the Academy Cafeteria looking to wet his lip keeping an aye open for new and familiar faces::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::heads for the bar and orders a raktajino::

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
::looks over at the new comers and nobs in greeting::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::sees a LtCmdr nodding and nods while saying:: CTO_Arcken: Sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
::as hepans around the room Cor takes note of his Captain across the room and heads over to him::

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
CO_Regnum: Good to see you Captain

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
back

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
OPS_Ens_Tar: Ensign, just out of the Academy I see? And where do you serve out of interest?

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
::looks over to the other Lt. Commander who has just reapeared:: Ray: Commander, fine afternoon isn't it?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
are the rooms going to show up or do we have to type them in manually?

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
they should show up

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
you may have to refresh your list

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO_Arcken: I've been serving aboard the USS Elara since stardate 10502.25, Sir.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
been on the Triton for a Long time, gone through 3 captains

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
OPS: Aww so you have been in the Field for a few months, what are your impressions? I often wonder if I should have taken up gardening myself ....

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
brb buisness calls

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO_Arcken: It's quite different and more hectic than on the Academy, but I must certainly say I enjoy this position. Right in the action, although my CTO often say I'm kind of an android. ::grins::

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
Ray: Well stick to it eh commander.  Who knows maybe you will be her Next .. skipper. :)

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
Tar: why would they say that Ensign?

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken: Commander, good to see you

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO_Arcken: Mostly because I'm focussed to the job, Sir, and probably for me following exact procedures.

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
CO: Is this seat taken? ::motions to a seat next to his CO, even though Cor knew the answer he thought he would be polite and ensure that he was no imposing::

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
Arcken: Please, join me, can I buy you a drink?

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::nods to the captain who is talking to CTO Arcken:: CO: Sir.

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
OPS: Good afternoon Ensign, please don't let me interrupt your conversation, come join us as well.

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
Tar: aww well at least that should leave gtood marks for your record, but don't forget to step back and take a few moments to enjoy the view.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
back

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
::pulls up a third chair to the table and follows suite with a welcoming gesture indicating that the ensign should have a seat. What did you say your name was?

CTO_LtCmdr_Arcken says:
CO: I'll have an Iced Tea sir, thanks.

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::smiles:: CTO_Arcken: I do when I'm off duty, but not when I'm on duty. I love to have the ship keep running.

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::takes the seat:: CTO_Arcken: I'm sorry Sir, I forgot to introduce myself. I'm Ensign Dalin Tar, Chief OPS at the USS Elara.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
real men drink coffee, root beer, or cream soda

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::in reply to CTO_Ray:: All: Hear, hear. ::looks at his raktajino::

CTO_LtCmdr_Archen says:
::looks at commander Ray::

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
Archen: Which seminars are you looking forward to the most Commander?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
Tactical, XO, and Special OPS

CTO_LtCmdr_Archen says:
::thge Andorian stands up to show off his full hieght and build:: Ray: I'm not Human as you can plainly see ....

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
Archen: If I were you I'd attend some of the different Command seminars. Last time one of these conferences came along I was just a Chief Engineer. I took those seminars because I was being looked at for XO of Arcadia, and I'm very pleased I did.

CTO_LtCmdr_Archen says:
CO: Tactical, Medical, Executive and if I might be so Bold Command Sir.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Good evening

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
Archen: You should definately take the command seminar, Captain K'Beth's presentation was the hilight of the last conference, and you may be needing it soon.

CTO_LtCmdr_Archen says:
CO: Yah, what happens i wonder if you decide to take another? Think they'll bump you to Admiral? ::smirks::

SO_Lt_Solon says:
erm, I'm hosting a Science seminar

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
Both; I only do field medicine, and have been temp XO several time, including nowin the Tritons Current ArC

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
CTO: Highly unlikely, I don't think I made a good impression on our last visiting Admiral on Arcadia

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::listens to the both CTOs and the CO::

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
SO: The science seminar, is that now? oh dear look at the time.

SO_Lt_Solon says:
Yeah it is

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
All: So what seminars are on now?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
Science Lab

CSO_Lt_Lawson says:
CEO: As far as I recall the Science seminar on Astrometrics

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
CSO/CTO: Thank you.

CTO_LtCmdr_Archen says:
Indeed if you will exuse me Captain, Commander, Ensign ... ::follows the rather well dressed Lt in blue out of the Cafeteria::

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
Archen: Commander if you'll excuse me, I'm most interested in hearing Lieutenant Solon's seminar on Astrometrics, I have been meaning to have the astrometrics lab on Arcadia upgraded

CSO_Lt_Lawson says:
All: I'm heading for that one too

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
All: I agree, I look forward to some insight into Science.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
well ensign, what ship are you from?

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO_Ray: I'm from the USS Elara, Sir. Chief OPS.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
OPS: what class of ship?

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO: She is a Nebula class. A fine ship.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
OPS same here, Nebula that is

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO: Oh, which ship are you serving on then, Sir?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
OPS: USS Triton

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
OPS: a bit of advice Ens. the ship is only as only as good as her crew thats on her

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO: That's true most certainly Sir. Without the crew, the ship is nothing. ::smiles::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO: I've been trying to keep the ship's systems working as they should be, but I must say OPSing is one hell of a job. Much to do, but I like that.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
AYE

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
CTO: It's something different they taught at the Academy, Sir. But the hectic is the best part of the job. What you think?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
OPS: you learn alot when you are out there in the real galaxy

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
well I'm off to luch, be back in around 4 for me

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
ok

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::sees someone enter the cafetaria and nods to him::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::looks up from his drink:: LtCmdr: Commander.

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::stumbling into the cafeteria holding a dry martini, he takes a quick look around, before his eyes rest on a rather impressive-looking lieutenant, sitting at one of the numerous tables around the room; he steps over:: CEO: Well hi there. ::smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles back:: LtCmdr: Good evening sir, or afternoon. I'm still on my ship's time.

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::winks:: CEO: Evening, afternoon, makes little to no difference to me. It's all good. ::smiles and takes a sip::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles: LtCmdr: Good, won't you have a seat? ::motions for the empty seat at the table, one of many empty seats in here::

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CEO: It would, like, totally be my pleasure to sit with you. ::grins:: 

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::notices more people entering::

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CEO: Nothing sadder than drinking by yourself, especially when we're so fahbulous. ::takes a sip and laughs::

CSO_Lt_Lawson says:
::walks over to the bar and orders a earl grey::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::laughs and takes a sip of his ale:: LtCmdr: I agree.

CSO_Lt_Marsland says:
::walks up into the cafeteria and grabs a drink::

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::shrugs:: CEO: Pretty dead place though... you'd think there'd be a little entertainment or something... like, I dunno, a band, or a - YO TOM! ::waves at the CSO::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles at the LtCmdr, an interesting persons to say at least::

CSO_Lt_Lawson says:
::sees a LtCmdr waving and yelling Tom at him:: LtCmdr_Ilianor: Sir, I think you are confusing me with someone else. I'm Lieutenant Ezra Lawson.

Lt_Marsland says:
::blinks:: Baran!  How's it goin, ol buddy?

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CSO: Oh, I'm sorry, I was waving to my friend over there - but I'll settle for you too - I'm kidding! Hi there, I'm Baranephelion- Marsland: Yeah, that's right, Baranephelion, not Baran. ::sticks his tongue out at him::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::realizes he hasn't even introduced himself yet to his new drinking partner::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: Lieutenant, nice to meet you.

CSO_Lt_Lawson says:
LtCmdr_Ilianor: Those things can happen, Sir. Nice to meet you.

Lt_Marsland says:
::Glares at Baran and walks over, giving him a grin:: Ilianor: I'll call you what I darn well please, Baran.  So, how's it going?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
LtCmdt/Lt: My name's Jonathan Rome, the Chief Engineer on the Cherokee.

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::smiles:: CEO: Awesome, awesome... Tom and I served together on the Apache, before I left - Marsland: And, by the way, things are good. Taking a sabbatical right now. ::winks::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::finishes his drink and walks over to the Replicator and places his empty glass on the tray, dematerializing it:: Computer: Ale, cold.

Lt_Marsland says:
::takes a seat next to Baran:: Ilianor: Sabbatical? You wimped out?  C'mon now, you should come back.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::returns to the table with a new glass and sits down::

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::his jaw drops, and he holds up his right hand:: Marsland: Uh, like, EXCUSE ME, but I happen to like what I'm doing right now, and besides, it's just like for a year... actually, I'm waiting for additional orders right now, but I can't talk about it. You know, one of those "ultra-secret-we'll-kill-you-if-you-say-anything" sorts of things. ::smiles::

CSO_Lt_Lawson says:
::heads back for the USS Victoria::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::sips of his ale::

Lt_Marsland says:
Ilianor: Suuurree  it is.

Lt_Marsland says:
Ilianor: Slacker.

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
Marsland: Well, excuse ME. ::smiles:: But I have been keeping perfectly busy, thank you very much. Do you know how much work it takes to jump all around the Alpha Quadrant day after day, looking for the best clubs and bars?

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::scoffs::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::almost laughs but restrains himself and buries his grin in the glass::

Lt_Marsland says:
::chuckles, and gives him a slap on the back::

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::raises an eyebrow, an amused look on his face:: CEO: Something the matter, lieutenant?

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::stiffening, he sharply inhales:: Self: .... OW....

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
LtCmdr: Just drank to fast sir, I'm alright.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
LtCmdt: Seems like I can't get enough of this fine ale, 'is all.

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CEO: Well, I'm glad you're liking the ale, but the bartender here certainly doesn't know how to make a decent martini.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
LtCmdr: Thank you for the heads up Commander, I like my martini perfect.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::whispers:: LtCmdr: Too bad they're not serving Romulan Ale..on second thought I think our FCO might just have some stashed away on the ship...he's a Ferengi. ::grins::

LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CEO: Oh, I'm sure you could find some somewhere around if you look hard enough. Since the trade embargo was lifted, it seems as though they serve it anywhere... but if you ask me, the stuff's disgusting.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
LtCmdr: Well, to each his own, eh?

CO_Capt_Regnum says:
::sits back down at an empty table and pours over some of his notes::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::enters cafetaria::

Captain_Suvok_Serok says:
:: looks around the room ::

Captain_Suvok_Serok says:
The seminar on Operation will begin in 10 minutes in #Ship_Operations

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
The next seminar begins 10 minutes; Room #Ship_Operations, Lecturer Captain Suvok Serok, CIV USS Scorpius

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
heh

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
GMTA

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
hey McLir?

Captain_Suvok_Serok says:
McLir:  Thank you Commander.

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
Yes Ensign?

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
oh sorry, GMTA is a nickname I use on msn :)

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
my bad

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
ah

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
no problem

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::wonders what 'msn' is as he listens on the conversation::

Host Cmdr_McLir says:
Abbreviations can be confusing

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
let's retry then

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::looks around and notices him being the only Ensign around::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
::heads for OPS Seminar::

Captain_Suvok_Serok says:
All:  If you will excuse me, I have a lecture to attend.

SO_Lt_Solon says:
All:Hello

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::notices the Lt:: SO: Hello sir.

SO_Lt_Solon says:
CEO: did you find my seminar interesting?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
SO: I did, I actually remember most of it from my own studies, but it brought up some old interest.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
SO: I actually was going to study the effects on solar radiation on starship computer systems and engines later on, inspired by your seminar.

SO_Lt_Solon says:
CEO: Thanks

SO_Lt_Solon says:
CEO Coming To My Second Seminar

Lt_Marsland says:
::eyes the Lieutenant:: SO: How long have you beem in Starfleet?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
SO: I might try, though I have some plans for tomorrow.

SO_Lt_Solon says:
CEO: A Year And 6 months

Lt_Marsland says:
::nods::

SO_Lt_Solon says:
oops

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
All: So anyone have any interesting stories to tell ? Any exciting missions?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt_Marsland: What about you sir ?

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: Hrm...

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: Well, this one time, at flight school....

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: Yes?

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: I crashed a shuttle.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: Ahh, I did that a few weeks back, we were in the Gamma Quadrant actually. But I wasn't flying.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: Quite an interesting mission really, worth a pages in somebody's book I think.

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: I see.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: We met the race of machines that upgraded V'Ger.

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: I see...

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: What about you? Anything interesting?

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: Not really.

Lt_Marsland says:
CEO: I am actually about to attend the XO seminar, coming up next.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Lt: I'm waiting on the Engineering seminar, though I find the subject unappeling really.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::motions for Ensign Polo:: Ensign: What about you Ensign, care to tell us about some bold and daring missions?

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::walks into the cafeteria and finds a quiet table to sit at with his PADD::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::notices all the new arrivals, finally this place was getting dead::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
All: Good evening. ::raises his glass::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::nods toward LtJG Rome::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::is too focused on his PADD to notice Rome's greeting::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::looks around for a moment. looking for Ens_Rodos::

CTO_LtCmdr_Archen says:
I see the command seminar for 6 was canceled

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Andrews: So Ensign, do you have any exciting stories for us? 

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Rome: I am sorry sir, I am following the conference in another room and I did not hear you. I apologize

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles at Ensign Polo and nods::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::does not hear LtJG Rome as she spots Ens_Rodos and sneaks up behind him, putting her hands over his eyes:: Ens_Rodos: Guess who?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::sighs and takes a sip of his ale::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::puts down his PADD:: Ens_Andrews: How many guesses do I get?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Ens_Rodos: As many as you'd like.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Tar: So Mr Tar did you enjoy the conference?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::imitates his Counselor's voice:: Self: "Go to the seminars, meet some people. Relax, you deserve some fun. We all do." 

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
Polo: Yes, it was most certainly interesting. I'm glad I was able to attend this conference. What about you?

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Would it happen to be the beautiful Counselor from the Sharikahr?

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Tar: Sure I was, I am Rico from the USS Triton. Something to drink?

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
Polo: Ensign Dalin Tar, USS Elara. Nice to meet you. A raktajino please. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Got it in one. ::smiles:: and thank you for the compliment

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::sees Millicent and smiles:: Ens_Andrews: Have a seat.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Tar: Apparently Raktajino addiction is common among young operations managers. :: smiles::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
Polo: You too I guess? ::laughs::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
Polo: Working right through the night causes a bad need for raktajino to stay awake.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Tar: What can keep you awake in front of a console if not a steamy Raktajino? Sugar?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sits down:: Ens_Rodos: I though the point of this was to meet people. An here you are reading ::gives him a loook::

OPS_Ens_Tar says:
Polo: No, just pure.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Tar: Great minds think alike.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::walks to the replicator and recycles his glass and orders another ale:: Computer: Ale, cold.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: You know me.. I've never been much of a social person. I figure if someone wants to talk to me, they will.. like you. ::smiles::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Rome: To answer to you previous question sir, no I have not, I really am a snottie on his first assignment.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ensign: And here I thought this would be a nice place for some shore leave.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Rome: well there is an open bar. ::grins::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: We'll have to work on that. 

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ensign: Way ahead of you Ensign.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Would you like something to drink?

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Rome: Well my raktajino is flavored with a good dose of Grappa sir.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Yeah, I'll have a glass of blood wine, if you don't mind.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::salutes the Ensign with a toast:: Ensign: My kind of an officer.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
::answers to the toast raising the cup:: Rome: Thank you sir, my feelings exactly.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::stands up and walks over to the replicator:: Computer: One blood wine, and one.. ::thinks for a second:: Deka tea.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
::offers his hand to Mr. Rome:: Rome: Riccardo Polo, USS Triton.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ensign: And stop calling me sir will 'ya, I'm Jonathan Rome. Jonathan will do fine. ::extends his hand::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::picks up the two glasses, walks back over to the table and sits down with Ens_Andrews::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Rome: Nice to meet you Jonathan.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::shakes his hand:: Ensign: Chief Engineer, USS Cherokee. Nice to meet you Riccardo.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Rome: USS Cherokee...ship with a long history I have heard.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: A fine ship, with a fine crew.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sips at the wine:: Ens_Rodos: Got to be careful with this stuff. Wouldn't want Captain Mordane to hear one of his officers was drunk during a lecture. ::laughs::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Is the crew that makes the ship at the end. 

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::laughs:: Ens_Andrews: I'm limiting you to one glass tonight, then

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::takes a sip of his tea::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Aye, and a good crew makes a great ship. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::notices what Ens Rodos is drinking and smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: I'm quite happy on the Cherokee.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: I was just reading Fahrenheit 451.. you're right, it would make a great holonovel.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: I am glad about it, they say the Triton is a very good ship as well, but unfortunately we are still docked at McKinley Station. Ugly story.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sips at her wine:: Ens_Rodos: It is very exciting. I've always liked it.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Oh? I haven't been reading up on fleet reports lately, too much going on. But that's another story. What happened?

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: sabotage, both starfleet and us still looking for the culprit. CO been hurt and in coma, not a nice situation.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::shakes his head:: Rico: That's a shame, I'm sorry to hear that.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Oh I am sure it will be fine, and at the end we will have a newly refurbished ship.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Have you seen anyone else from the Sharikahr about?

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Not yet.. I was kinda wondering if I'd run into Logan or Amber.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Well that's good. Thankfully the Cherokee hasn't taken any real damage since I took over as CEO.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: I haven't had a chance to tell Logan about my plans for the bachelor party.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Good less hard work for you.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Oh, you have plans already? This I have to hear.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Been plenty of hard work, trust me. ::laughs::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Or, at the very least, see if he had any special requests.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Nothing solid, but I've got a few ideas.. ::smiles::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Well at least you can go at warp speed. I spent my days working on sensor logs. Trust me I would almost prefer scrubbing plasma conduits. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: I'm drawing a blank on the bachlorette party.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Oh that's not as fun as it sounds, thankfully I can order people to do that for me. ::grins::

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: It's good to be king! ::laughs::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: How about something from 20th century Earth? I was thinking about designing a Las Vegas program for Logan

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Sure is!

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: But the last couple of months have been horrible, long and tiresom missions.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: That would work perfectly, she likes the past.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: All work and no glory? 

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Logan wanted me to go tuxedo shopping with him, but we haven't had any time lately.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Actually, some glory a few months back.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::takes another sip of his tea::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: The Cherokee was stuck in the Gamma Quadrant for a couple of weeks, presumed lost by Starfleet Command even. 

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughing:: Ens_Rodos: That's a relief I had a horrible thought that he might want a Betazoid wedding

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::laughs:: Ens_Andrews: I certainly hope not

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: I'm not sure I could look the rest of the crew in the eye if I saw them like that. ::laughs::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Me neither.. I'm not even sure I could bring myself to attend like that

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: That is not good, well at least we are not at war with the Dominion. But someway I envy you for passing tru the wormhole.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Oh it's spectacular.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Oh, I'm sure I could convince you. ::smiles::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::grins:: Ens_Andrews: Somehow, I bet you could

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: I have not gone warp yet since I left the Academy.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Oh that's bad.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Amber hasn't had time to talk to me about her plans.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: I'm sure when we've got more time, things will start progressing.. I'm looking forward to it.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Well thanks gof they invented sintalcohol!!:: raises his cup::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: That time in the Gamma Quadrant, we were stuck in a declining orbit and no systems worked.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::laughs and raises his glass::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sips a little more of the wine, an un natural blush has begun to appear in her cheecks:: Ens_Rodos: So am I.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Gremlins in the ship?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: No, we were tracing a strange signal to a planet, but when we got there something started draining our anitmatter reserves and stopped us from using any subspace based systems.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::notices Millicent blushing, but attributes it to the wine and says nothing:: Ens_Andrews: Are you planning on going to any of the lectures?

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Hey I remember I know someone from Cherokee, Mrs. T'lin.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: You know T'Lin?!

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: yes she is a friend of a shipmate of mine. We talked about her.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Isn't she expecting or something. You know Starfleet is a small world after all

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: She's actually gone inactive now, with her husband and newborn children.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Yes, I was. There's a Command lecture in an hour and a half I was planning to attend.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Well they must be happy living the civil life I presume, not greasy like us.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::smiles:: Ens_Andrews: I was planning on going to that one as well.. I could use the Command knowledge on my Tyca prototype.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: I could never go back to civil life as you say.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Precisely what I was thinking.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: As of today I would not get married either. Too much to do, too much to see.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Rico: Exactly.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
Jonathan: Well Jonathan, I have to go now. It's been a pleasure meeting you and I hope to see you again during the conference. At least someone here drinks.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: I haven't had a chance to work on it lately.. but we should try out another mission simulation some time.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles at the Ensign:: Rico: Nice meeting you too Riccardo.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: I've missed being a Commander, Captain.

Ensign_Rico_Polo says:
::shakes jonathan's hand, leaves the table, waves goodbye and exits::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::downs his glass::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::grins at the inside joke:: Ens_Andrews: Me too, Commander.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Command is fun, especially when you're only commanding a holographic ship and don't have to worry about getting killed.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::finishes off the blood wine, the blush is now very evident:: Ens_Rodos: I'd like to finish that away mission

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::grins:: Ens_Andrews: We did, didn't we? A few times actually..

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::grins a bit too widely:: Ens_Rodos: That we did.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::smiles, noticing the prominent blush in Millicent's cheeks::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::finishes his Deka tea::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: Could you get me a very black coffee, please

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: Sure.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::stands up and walks over to the replicator:: Computer: Coffee, black, hot. And another Deka tea.. hot.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::walks back to the table, sits the coffee in front of Millicent and sits down across from her with his tea::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sips on the coffee:: Ens_Rodos: Okay, that's better,

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: As weird as it is to say it.. I'm glad you made me that Bajoran dinner. I'm starting to think twice about them..

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: I'm glad I could help. ::smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::yawns and stands up and walks to the Replicator::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Ens_Andrews: One of these days, I'm going to have to cook for you.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Computer: Tea, warm, earl gray.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: I'd like that.

CTO_Lt_Raiser says:
:enters room and looks around:

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::sits down with his tea and looks around::

CTO_Lt_Raiser says:
::idles up to the replicator and examines the menu::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::notices CEO_Rome looking around and nods in his direction:: 

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::notices the Ensign and nods back and smiles::

CTO_Lt_Raiser says:
Computer: Fresh orange juice, with ice

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::looks in the direction that Millicent is nodding:: Ens_Andrews: You know him?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: No, just being friendly.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::smiles:: Ens_Andrews: Something I should try doing.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::motions to him:: CEO_Rome: Why don't you join us Lt.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::looks over at the two Ensign:: Ens: Don't mind if I do.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::stands up and walks over to their table::

CTO_Lt_Grey-feather says:
:: hurries in to the cafeteria and grabs a cream soda and sandhwich as he heads for his seminar ::

CTO_Lt_Raiser says:
::Picks up drink and takes a deep breath::

CTO_Lt_Raiser says:
::downs the drink in one glup::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::nods to a chair across from her and Ens_Rodos:: CEO_Rome: Have a seat. I'm Ens. Millicent Andrews. ::holds out a hand for him to shake::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::takes Millicent's hint and tries to be friendly as well, nodding at Lt_Raiser::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::takes his hand:: Ens: Lt. Jonathan Rome, Nice to meet you.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: Likewise, Lt.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::holds out a hand for CEO_Rome:: CEO_Rome: I'm Ensign Rodos Falor.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: What ship are you from, Mr. Rome?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::takes Falor's hand:: Ens: Nice to meet you.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Andrews: USS Cherokee.

LtCmdr_Archen says:
::steps in feeling quite thursty after that XO Seminare and buys up a drink::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::sees a group of people walking in:: Rome/Andrews: Looks like its about to get busy.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
All: Finally.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Rome: How long have you been here?

OPS_Lt_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: walks over to the bar and orders their best attempt at Romulan ale then takes a seat towards the back::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: We're from the USS Sharikahr.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Andrews: Ahh, the Vulcan ship? ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: CEO_Rome: That's correct.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: I'm their CNS

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Williams: I haven othing agains Vulcans, just the opposite. I love it when people are honest.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Andrews: Can't be much work for a Counselor with all those Vulcans?

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Rome: Actually, none of the senior staff are Vulcan.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Falor: Oh, well, they still call it the Vulcan ship. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: He's right. None are for the moment.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::thinking of a few situations lately and smiling:: CEO_Rome: I'm kept quite busy.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens_Andrews: I'm glad to hear that. ::grins::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Rome: What do you do on the Cherokee?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Falor: I'm the Chief Engineer.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Rome: Ah really? I'm the Chief Engineer on the Sharikahr.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Falor: Ahh great! Always love to meet another tinkerer.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Rome: Likewise. ::sips his Deka tea::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Falor: I'd love to get a look at that Norway-class Engineering. ::beams like a little boy::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: CEO_Rome: You and Falor should have lots to talk about.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles at Andrews and nods::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
Rome: The Norway's a pretty solid ship.. she's my first assignment as Chief. It's only been a few months since I came aboard so I'm still getting to know her.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Falor: It's like getting together with a nice girl, getting to know her, taking care of her. The first year is like a love story in France. ::grins::

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::looks at Millicent:: Rome: I know the feeling quite well.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::grins::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::notices the chemistry between those two and smiles:: Ens: I bet you do.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::checks the chronometer on his PADD:: Rome/Andrews: It looks like its about time for me to head back to my quarters. Perhaps we'll run into each other again some time during the conference.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Falor: I'd like that, I have a few questions about that warp core of yours.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Ens_Rodos: I'll see you later, Falor. I think I'll stick around for awhile.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::stands up:: Rome: I'll probably be around in the evening tomorrow. ::extends a hand:: It was nice meeting you.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::shakes his hand:: Ens: You too Chief.

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::kisses Millicent on the cheek:: Ens_Andrews: Alright, I'll see you later. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles at Ens_Rodos:: Ens_Rodos: Definitely Falor

Ens_Rodos_Falor says:
::nods at Rome and Andrews, picks up his PADD and leaves the cafeteria::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::grins at Andrews for a while: Ens: So? He likes you.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: Yes, we've been seeing each other for a little while now.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: Onboard romance, always fun.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
CEO_Rome: The Sharikahr has her share

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: So they should change the name from the 'Vulcan ship' to the 'Loveboat'? ::smiles:

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs:: Rome: It's not quite that bad.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::smiles at the Counselor::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Rome: I'm afraid I don't know much about engines. Do you pay any sports, Lt.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: No sports, just me and my engines.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Rome: you should try hockey as a stress reliever sometime. I recommend it.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: I just pick up a hammer and start banging the relays. ::laughs::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs:: Rome: One of those CEO's who'd sleep in Main Engineering if they'd let him?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: Snuggled up to the core.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs::

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: What about you? 

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::walks to the bar and sits down:: Bartender: Icoberry Vodka, please.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Rome: What do I do to unwind?

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
::nods::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Rome: I play hockey, springbaLL, or I figure skate.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Rome: I also cook if I have the time.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: I'm a child of the Replicator myself.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Rome: My mother preferred non-replicated food. So, I had to learn.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: I'll have to try sometime.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: Well Ensign, it's time for me to nap. It was a pleasure meeting you. ::stands up and extends his hand::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::takes his hand and shakes it:: Likewise, Lt. I hope we run into each other again.

CEO_LtJG_Rome says:
Ens: I hope so. Goodnight Ensign. ::smiles and leaves the Cafeteria::

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::looks sideways at the woman sitting next to her:: Andrews: What do you cook?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::looks a little surprised to be spoken to, but smiles:: Kazue: French, Italian, Japenese, and I'm learning Bajoran.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: I cook Japanese, Cardassian, and Vulcan. ::extends her hand:: Dr. Kazue Kimura, USS Geneva.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::takes her hand and shakes it:: Kimura: Ens. Millicent Andrews, Counselor, USS Sharikahr

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: A counselor that cooks. Your patients must love you for you comfort food. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Kimura: I've only cooked for one member of the crew as of yet. I'm fairly new to the ship.

Ens_Raadi says:
::enters into the room and she quietly finds a seat::

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: Fresh out of the Academy? How long has it been?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Actually, over a year. I had some family issues that kept me from accepting a post immediatly.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::nods:: Andrews: Ah, I see. I heard the Sharikahr is interesting. Are there really a lot of Vulcan's on board?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: Among the crew there seem to be a lot. Their are none on the senior staff right now though.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: We're a pretty well mixed crew right now.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::chuckles:: Andrews: Probably get's tedious with all those Vulcans around. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: Not at all. It is definitely interesting. ::laughs::

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: You know, I've found that Vulcan's have a sense of humor all their own. My... I guess you could call him a boyfriend... is Vulcan and I find him to be hilarious!

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: Sorta witty kind of humor.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: They are unique. So, you have a boyfriend?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: And he's Vulcan. Interesting.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Kimura: I'm in a relationship, myself.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: Really? Vulcan?

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::grins::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: No, He's half Bajoran.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: He's the Chief Engineer on the Sharikahr.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: Ooh, that's nice. Number cruncher and warp calculator.

LtJg_Burton says:
::Gives his CO a slight bow:: Regnum: Evening, Captain.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs hesistantly, not quite knowing if she's joking:: Kimura: Yeah, but I never have to worry about the terminals in my quarters malfunctioning.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: That's always a plus. My doors are malfunctioning actually, maybe he could fix mine! ::laughs::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs:: Kimura: He'll be around sometime.I'll introduce you.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: That would be cool. Maybe Taal will be around soon too.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: So, besides cooking, what do you do for fun, Lt?

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: Well, I love to read. Anything really, I'm not picky. I like to dance and sing. And play cards with my junior officer. ::grins::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::grins:: I love to read too. Twentieth Century novels are my favorite.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Kimura: Other than that, I'm a sports nut. I play hockey and springball. I also love to figure skate.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
Andrews: I swim a lot. And sometimes I go to the gym... but not really all the time. ::smiles sheepishly::

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::looks casually at the chronometer on the wall:: Andrews: Oh! I'm late for a seminar!

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::looks at the chronometer:: Kimura: I'm sorry, don't let me make you any later.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: It was nice to meet you Lt.

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::hops off the barstool:: Andrews: It was very nice meeting you, Millicent and I shall see around hopefully! I'll be around this conference a good bit so...

LtJG_Kazue_Kimura says:
::flashes her a smile:: Andrews: Bye! ::walks quickly out of the Cafeteria::

Capt_Fowler says:
::enters the room, looks around::

Capt_Durron says:
::glances around than nodds to the other Captain who just entered::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::notices the new arrivals and nods politely in their direction::

Capt_Durron says:
::returns the Ensign's nod::

Capt_Fowler says:
::Sees the other Captain and nods back::

Capt_Fowler says:
::notices an empty chair and sits::

Capt_Durron says:
::sits at a chair near the Captain who just entered with him:: Capt_Fowler:  Captain.

Capt_Fowler says:
::Motions to a waiter::  Waiter: A tequila, please

Capt_Fowler says:
::Smiles::  Durron: Captain.  ::Indicates the waiter:: Something to drink?

Capt_Durron says:
::looks at the waiter and recalls the coffee he got out of the replicator earler:: CO: I think I'll pass, but don't let me stop you.

Capt_Fowler says:
::Still smiling:: Durron: Thanks.  ::the waiter leaves::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::walks over to a replicator:: Replicator: One coffee hot chicory/french roast blend with cream and sugar and a Mandarin Chicken salad.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::recieves her items and sits back down::

Capt_Fowler says:
Durron: Nancy Fowler, former CO of the USS Pharaoh and the USS Sharikahr ::puts out her right hand::

Capt_Durron says:
::takes the Captain's right hand in his own:: :Fowler: Ray Durron, newly minted CO on the USS Europa.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::ears perk up as she hears mention of the Sharikahr in passing the two Captains::

Capt_Fowler says:
Durron: Ahhh, first comand? ::Smiles and winks::

Capt_Durron says:
::nodds:: Fowler: Yes it is.  May god have mercy on my crew's souls.

Capt_Fowler says:
::The waiter sets the drink down, she nods as he moves away:: Durron: Oh, I think it will be easier than you may think

Capt_Durron says:
::laughs:: Fowler: Let me put it this way,  It has taken starfleet this long to get over what I did in the training sims.  I think the line I used was...'the prime directive be damned.'  ::laughs lightly::

Capt_Fowler says:
::Laughs:: Durron: I think we just may get along, Captain.  ::Picks up the glass::  Outloud: To those brave souls of the Pharaoh who have moved on.  ::raises the glass in a salute and then downs the drink in one quick gulp::

Capt_Fowler says:
::Gasps slightly:: Outloud: Good stuff  ::Wipes the tear that escaped::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::eats her salad and smiles to herself as she hears the two Captains::

Capt_Durron says:
::grabs a cadet's glass and raises it with the other Captain than takes a swig.  He than spits it out and looks accusingly at the cadet:: Cadet: What was that?

Capt_Durron says:
<Cadet> Durron: Water.

Capt_Fowler says:
::Covers her laugh with a cough::  Durron: That's good stuff, too

Capt_Durron says:
::blushes slightly than shrugs and glances around seeing the Ensign sitting alone:: Cadet: Oh.  Andrews: Come over here.  Fowler: Been a while since I've had anything but coffee.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::gets her salad and coffee and goes to Capt. Durron's table::

Capt_Fowler says:
Durron: So I noticed.  Andrews: Ensign ::nods and smiles::

Capt_Durron says:
::makes room for the Ens than offers her his right hand:: Andrews: Ray Durron, USS Europa.

Capt_Fowler says:
Durron/Andrews: I don't usually drink tequila much, but thought I had better toast my fomer crewmates that are gone.  ::Smiles sadly:: Don't mind me.  ::puts out her hand:: Andrews: Nancy Fowler

Capt_Fowler says:
::moves slightly in her chair, moving her short sword a bit::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::takes his hand and shakes it, then hers:: Durron/Fowler: Millicent Andrews, USS Sharikahr

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sits down::

Capt_Fowler says:
::raises an eyebrow::  Andrews: The Shair, eh?  Good ship!  ::Smiles::

Capt_Durron says:
::sits back and pulls out a PADD:: Fowler/Andrews: I am sorry, I have a little paper work to catch up on.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Fowler: Yes she is.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
I'm the Ship's Counselor

Capt_Fowler says:
Andrews:  I was her first CO.  Durron: Oh, that's it!  Make me feel bad that I'm ditching my paperwork ::laughs::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::interested:: Fowler: Really? I started under Captain Cephas a couple months ago

CO_Capt_Regnum slides into a chair

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Fowler: What ship are you on now Capt.

Capt_Fowler says:
::Smiles::  I've been on something of a special assignment for awhile

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Fowler: How intersting

Capt_Fowler says:
::leans back abit::  Andrews: My first CO was Captain Love on the USS Pharaoh.  I started out in OPS

Capt_Fowler says:
::nods at the ensign entering the room::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Fowler: Unfortunately, I had to short a time with mt first CO. We had a recent change we are under Capt. Kalen Mordane now

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::nods at the Ens. Raadi as she enters::

Capt_Fowler says:
Andrews: Have you ever served under an Klingon CO?  ::eyes twinkling::

Ens_Raadi says:
::gives a nod to Fowler and Millicent::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Fowler: No, not yet, this is my first posting.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Fowler: I imagine it must be interesting.

Capt_Fowler says:
::Laughs:: Andrews: Oh, it is.  I've served under two, K'tarn and K'rust.  Both on the Pharaoh.  Hated it when they had me take the Con.  They had replaced the 'big chair' with one made out of stone

Ens_Raadi says:
::saddenly misses her friend, Dagan::

Capt_Fowler says:
::squirms a little::  Andrews: Hard on the backside  ::laughs::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs:: Fowler: I imagine so. Ouch.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Fowler: Our new CO had a similar issue. The chair was installed during shore leave and was not exactly made for him. ::laughs::

Ens_Raadi says:
::listens to the conversation that is being held, wondering why there is so few here::

Ens_Raadi says:
::nods to the CEO as he enters the room::

CEO_Derryth says:
::Looks around to see if he's in the right place, nods back to Raadi::

CEO_Derryth says:
Whispers: Is this the engineering conference, am I late? Wrong room?

Ens_Raadi says:
whispers: It's in #Engineering

CEO_Derryth says:
Whispers: oh... thanks, sorry. ::Turns and walks out the door, really, really embarassed::

Capt_Fowler says:
::Ponders:: Andrews: So, does the center chair on the Shair still squeak?

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Fowler: I haven't noticed.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::thinks for a second:: Fowler: I don't think so.

Capt_Fowler says:
Andrews: When I was there, we had an awful time of it.  ::laghs:: My XO had even tried to put a mini bar in his chair

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::laughs:: Fowler: I don't see Commander Horn doing that.

LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::walks in and looks around before heading over to the bar for a drink::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::finishes off the last of her salad and coffee::

Ens_Raadi says:
::gives a nod to the LtCmdr::

LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::gets a glass of milk, yawns stretches and then looks at her chronometer:: Self: Drat...I'm late.  ::smiles at Raadi and the others and heads out to her seminar::

Capt_Fowler says:
Andrews: Commander Horn?  I knew an officer named Horn

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Fowler: Her first name is Sarah

Capt_Fowler says:
::Notices the time::  Andrews: I've heard of her.  I knew Alexandra Horn.  ::Stands:: Well, nice to meet you Ensign.  Enjoy your time on the Shari ::smiles and moves to shakes her hand::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::takes her hand and shakes it:: Fowler: It was a pleasure, Captain.

Capt_Fowler says:
Andrews: It was indeed a pleasure, hope to see you anround later.  ::smiles and walks out of the room::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::gets up and walks over to recycle her salad bowl and cup, before going to the replicator:: Replicator: Coffee, hot, chicory/french roast blend, cream and sugar

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::recieves her coffee and returns to herseat by Capt. Durron::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::takes a drink and looks about the room::

Ens_Raadi says:
::sits looking at a picture of Dagan, still missing him::

Host Admiral_Kelley says:
::steps into the room for a moment and smiles at everyone:: All: The last seminar of the evening is about to begin in #Special_OPS.  ::steps back out to her office again::

Capt_Durron says:
::looks up from his PADD and glances around curiously than puts it back in his pocket::

Capt_Durron says:
::stands up:: Self: Special Ops...Well I may as well.  Sounds like fun.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Durron: Then I hope to see you later sir. I enjoyed meeting you.

Capt_Durron says:
::nodds to Andrews:: Andrews: Indeed, I am sorry I have not been much of a conversationalist.

Capt_Durron says:
::checks the time:: Andrews: I realy have to run though.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles and extends her hand:: Durron: That's all right sir, I had an interesting conversation with Capt. Fowler.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::looks about the room and notices that it has thinned out considerably::

Ens_Breia says:
It is quiet here....

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::decides to be friendly and walks over to Ens_Breia:: Breia: That it is. Hello I'm Ens. Millicent Andrews. Counselor on the USS Sharikahr.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::extends her hand::

Ens_Breia says:
::smiles:: Hi, I'm a Civilian aboard Arcadia. I do reports for the Admiral.

Ens_Breia says:
::shakes her hand:: Nice to meet you Andrews, My name is Breia.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Breia: May I sit down?

Ens_Breia says:
Sure

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::sits down:: Breia: You work for an Admiral, that must be interesting.

Ens_Breia says:
It is interesting, I haven't dealt with her face to face, though.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Breia: You, haven't? What kind of reports do you write?

Ens_Breia says:
I've written a report on an alien race that we've investigaged.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
Breia: We just encountered an interesting new race ourselves.

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::glances at the wall chronometer:: Breia: I'd like to speak with you a bit more, but it's getting late and I have an early seminar tomorrow. I hope to see you around so we can continue this. ::extends her hand again::

Ens_Breia says:
::shakes it:: hope to see you again, Bye. ::smiles::

Ens_Millicent_Andrews says:
::smiles:: Breia: Bye ::walks out of the room::