Host FM_Selan says:
Abertura Station Stardate 10205.22 "The Art of Diplomatic Chaos" Episode Three
 
Cast of Characters

Erin Cody as Lieutenant Commander Ashlynn Kostandinos [XO] & Adrienne
Kevin Geist as Lieutenant Apollo Jadahn [CBO]
Mike Stannard as Lieutenant Michael Lambert [CEO] 
Kurt Goring as Lieutenant Junior Grade Korben Dallas [CSEC] & Murka
Scott Fisher as Ensign Tyler Hamilton [CVO]

Michael Jones as Syarta, Klingon Officer, Nrella Ixcet, Ensign Jones, 
			Captain Thelsh [Respectively], Jem’Hadar & Laevon
Mark Tucker as Cardassians

Host FM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Resume Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Cardassian mining delegation, along with those Abertura personnel who are coming along for the trip, arrive at the ATWV garage.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::enters the C & C after her hour off and looks around to see if any more of it has been "chewed"::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::arrives at the ATWV garage, along with the Cardassian mining delegation and those Abertura personnel who are coming along for the trip::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::enters the garage, completely by coincidence that the ATWV is arriving just now as well, and heads over to his chair, kicking up his feet::

Host Syarta says:
::Looks around the garage::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::grabs a padd, completely oblivious to everything else going on, and starts to look over all the paperwork that he's let pile up throughout the week::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
:::walks across the garage, Murka in tow:: CVO: Number 1 ready?

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: There have been two ATWVs prepared for the trip. One normal one, with the second one being a flatbed with a large piece of Cardassian technology hitched up.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Arrives in C & C:: XO: Ah, Commander, I trust you have been left in "charge" while the dear Captain is away?

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::without looking up:: CSEC: I think so. Where you going?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::making sure the second ATWV is ready for the haul, as well as ensuring the equipment is adequately tied down::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ALL: Who is driving the flatbed? ::As she and her delegation get into that designated vehicle::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::scrambles into the garage, wondering if he's late or not::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::raises an eyebrow slightly:: CVO: Second star to the right. You got number 2?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::bristles, and turns around to face him:: Laevon: Yes, as the XO it's customary that I take charge of the station when the Captain is unable to oversee it.

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The rain has completely stopped ... it is merely overcast now with some fog rolling through the mountains along with low-lying cloud cover.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks up finally:: CSEC: Umm, yeah. ::puts his feet down and spins around, rummaging through the desk until he gets the keys, then hops up and follows Korben:: CSEC: I gotta pay attention a bit better eh? ::scratches his head and heads over to his seat::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> XO: No need to quote Starfleet policy, Commander ... 1. I know all of it. 2. I don't really care. ::Walks over to note the sole Jem'Hadar on the bridge's work::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::thinks, Good, if you don't care then leave me, and the rest of us, alone::

Host Syarta says:
<Captain Thelsh> Abertura Crew Minus CVO: Get into the normal ATWV. CVO: Mr. Hamilton, please drive the flatbed ... directions have been programmed into the computer databank.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::mills around, not sure where he's supposed to be::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::hears the Captain, thankful he doesn't have to be in the same vehicle as Hamilton::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CO: Will do Cap'n. ::hops in and starts up the truck::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::opens the door to Number 1 and lets Murka in before slipping behind the wheel::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
Self: Hmm...kay.  ::scrambles into the ATWV::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::glances out the window as the wave of relief from the rest of the crew floods over him and he frowns a little::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::While looking at the console the JH is working at:: XO: So, Ms. Kostandinos, where did you serve previously?

Host Syarta says:
<Captain Thelsh & Syarta> ::Pile into the non-flatbed ATWV with the others::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Waits patiently for the CVO to start up and debark from the station::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::starts to whine about Dallas always getting to drive, but he doesn't think the security Chief would get the joke::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::looks up from the report she's reading on the infestation incident:: Laevon:  The USS Hayden, since I graduated from the Academy... I was chief tactical officer there

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The main doors to the garage slide open, revealing the fine white mist of the mountain in the aftermath of the rainfall.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::sits "shotgun" and looks over at Dallas...he prepared to force back a frown, but finds that the need does not arise as he had expected::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::once the truck is warmed up he looks over at his passenger and holds out his hand:: Ixcet: Hey there, I'm Tyler.

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CVO: I am Nrella Ixcet, I trust you know the way to the mine?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::at her mention of the Hayden, thinks of Brynn, and her recent troubles with Adrienne, and a brief frown crosses her face::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Without looking up:: XO: Ah, yes, the Hayden ...

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Ixcet: No. ::taps the computer:: That's what this is for though. ::grins:: You ready?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::starts up the truck and brings up the mapping system on the viewscreens up front:: CBO: Care to play navigator, Lieutenant?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::doesn't like his tone:: Laevon:  You've heard of her?

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: Upon the CVO's touch, a map with proper navigational coordinates appears.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::sits in the back, with the Captain... he notes how little leg room there is back here::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CVO: Whenever you are ...

Host Syarta says:
Abertura Crew: I don't believe any of you have been to the mine shafts, have you?

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Ixcet: Good stuff. ::reaches back and pulls his seatbelt on, then releases the brake and pulls the truck out with his usual flair::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::shakes his head:: Syarta: I've only read briefly about it in some of the station records. Your people have been there?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::thinks a moment:: CSEC: Sure, why not.  ::looks over the map::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Saying something silently to the JH, before turning to the XO:: XO: Oh, this and that. Merely after-action reports during the war ... one case in which I believe the ship was humorously captured by pirates and used against its fellow vessels. Quite fascinating.

Host Syarta says:
CSEC: Yes, although I have not myself.

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The flatbed ATWV exits the garage first.

Host Syarta says:
<Klingon One> XO: The ATWVs are exiting the garage.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::eases on the accelerator and follows Hamilton, keeping a good distance behind the first truck in case that Cardassian equip is as faulty as their ships were:: Syarta: Then I guess this day is joyous for at least one of us. ::Voice utterly without humor::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::while putting his restraining belt on, Murka jumps on his lap::
::blinks::  Murka: Why hello there... ::pets her gently::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
Klingon:  Good, keep an eye on them for as far as you can...

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::spins the wheel around, bringing them alongside Abertura so as to have a fairly straightforward route. Once around, he pulls out and accelerates away from the base::

Host Syarta says:
<Klingon> XO: Understood.

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The driving is rocky as they exit onto the paths leading into the mountain range.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
<Murka> ::presses into the pets and curls up, purring softly::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::looks at Laevon strangely:: Laevon:  I don't recall that happening...

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> XO: You might not have been aboard the vessel ... or perhaps senility is settling in, I'm not sure with your species ...

Host Syarta says:
CSEC: I suppose. Are you all right Mr. Dallas?

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks over at Ixcet again:: Ixcet: Sooo.. how you liking Abertura?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::watches the road, occasionally glancing down at the map and waiting on directions from Jadahn:: Syarta: I'm peachy, sir. Just don't like mines... ::..or Cardassians, Jem'Hadar, Klingons, pretty much anyone..::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CVO: It is like most Dominion constructs. Efficient but lacking in typical comfort. I hope to return to the space-lanes soon myself ...

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::grumbles::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::continues petting the cat, as the vehicles continue on.... he briefly wonders if she's declawed, and hopes something doesn't happen to startle her::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::refuses to give him the reaction he wants:: Laevon:  Actually, Risan females age quite slowly, so senility is not really an issue  ::knows that will get a few funny looks that she mentioned she was from Risa, but doesn't care::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::touches the screen a few times:: CSEC: I've set up our next few checkpoints...once you get to D4 I'll give you an update.

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: One or two Klingons share looks over the mention that she is Risan [although one would assume that would be obvious due to the mark on her forehead?] ... the others merely continue with their work.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
<Murka> ::stretches, exposing perfectly functional claws::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Ixcet: Yeah I know what you mean. I was actually tricked into coming here. They said it would be exciting, but its not. It's more like, well, boring. In a word, it sucks.

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Light smile:: CVO: I have not known Starfleet officers to usually express such statements about their duty ... how peculiar.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::nods at Jadahn:: CBO: Acknowledge, Lieutenant. Any idea what this... ::glances at the parcel on the back of No. 2:: ...detritus is we're hauling?

Host Syarta says:
CSEC: I see. ::Has a sense that there's more to the CSEC's troubled mind, but does not push::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
CSEC: Some of the contents are restricted to higher level access only. ::shrugs::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> XO: Mmmm hmmm.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Ixcet: Yeah, well, most don't have to serve in terrible places like this. Oh well, it'll be over soon enough I guess. And I'm due for a good assignment. Maybe a Sovereign or something. ::gets a far off look until an alarm shakes his back and he sharply (even for Tyler) has to turn::

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: As the two vehicles continue into the mountains, they find they have risen in elevation ... with the station [and the city further] below them. Soon, all disappear from sight. They past mostly accumulated rocks and boulders, and an occasional tree.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::again, doesn't like his tone, but supposes she'll just have to get used to always being suspicious of the Vorta::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::mutters:: CBO: Probably a bomb. It's almost always a bomb. Or a disguised battlemech. ::smiles just a little, unsure where that particular human arises::

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: A cloud bank fills this part of the trail, but navigational sensors prevent any crashes.

Host Syarta says:
::Looks out the window at the whiteness in contemplation::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::completely disregarding her mother's warnings to never leave their quarters alone, takes Kate and decides to go "exploring"::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::feels the occasional bump of independent suspension resettling:: Syarta: Where is Iu? Don't these mountains belong to his people? To the Haispoi?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::lets out a deep breath:: CSEC: I'm sure it was checked by the Haisian government.  Err...looks like we might be due for an update. ::examines the map and the terrain ahead a moment, then sets a few more checkpoints:: There.

Host Syarta says:
CSEC: The mountains do not "belong" to them. They merely reside here ... I've even known Iu and his fellows to refer to the mountain as a sentient thing.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::gestures to a red button with his pinky:: CBO: Turn on the FLIR please.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks around outside the vehicle, wondering how much higher they will be going::

Host Syarta says:
CSEC: As for Iu, well, keeping track of him is practically impossible.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::glances back:: Syarta: Shouldn't the Haispoi be annoyed the Cardi.. Cardassians are poking holes in it?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::turns up the FLIR...hears the satisfying little "PING!"::

Host Syarta says:
CSEC: If they are, Iu has certainly not said anything about it.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne> ::gets to the lift, and seeing the buttons are not written in Federation Standard, pushes one at random and wonders where it will take her::

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The lift takes the child to one of the lower levels.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
<Murka> ::sniffs at Syarta's robes and the unfamiliar scents::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CVO: It seems to me as if you enjoy the driving ... are you that eager to get back out to space?

Host Syarta says:
::Gently pets the pet::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::the lift stops and, clutching Kate tightly, gets out and looks around, suddenly wondering if this was such a good idea::

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The corridor before the child is dimmed. There is a dank smell ... and it seems abandoned.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::turns his torso inward and leans against the window, resting his head on it...he closes his eyes, not sleeping, just taking a break from life::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::shrugs:: Ixcet: Well, I do like driving. But compared to having to live here -  I'd rather just fly a ship and go for drives during holidays or something. Don't get me wrong, I don't mind that we're planet side, what I mind is living with the Jem Hadar. And the Klingons. They aren't the best crewmates.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::leans forward::
CSEC Dallas: Any idea how much farther we have to go, Lieutenant?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::keeps walking, but very slowly and constantly looking around her - holding the kitten very, very tightly::

Host Syarta says:
CVO: I pity what you must have to endure every day ... both are vicious, blood-thirsty savages ... I wouldn't blame you Starfleet personnel if you vaporized them all in the dead of the night.

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: The kitten suddenly gets agitated and starts meowing like crazy.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::takes a long slow turn up the slope, glancing between the sensors and the superimposed FLIR on the windshield:: CEO: Shouldn't be much farther, sir. It gets cold up here. I doubt Cardassians would pick somewhere too cold for them to work in.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::glances over at Ixcet again:: Ixcet: Sometimes I get the feeling they have the same feelings about us. In fact, I know its crossed the mind of a few of my base-mates. ::taps his temple:: Betazoid brain hard at work.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::notes that the Lieutenant used their proper name instead of a derogatory one::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne> Kate:  Shush!  You don't know what's down here, they might not like cats! ::thinks maybe she should turn around and go back, let the lift take her somewhere else... after a moment's hesitation, turns around and tries to find her way back::

Host Syarta says:
ACTION: Suddenly, a Jem'Hadar de-shrouds behind Adrienne and her cat.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adri>::feels something behind her and turns around - shrieks bloody murder and runs for the lift::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CVO: Ah. I see.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::watches the truck in front, somehow hearing the spider and the fly in his thoughts::

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> ::Deftly lifts the child up by the back of her shirt, being "gentle":: Adrienne: You shouldn't be here.

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
ACTION: The Convoy of vehicles rounds an outcropping to reach the area of the mine.  Instead of the Mine, they find two Massive sealed Cardassian Equipment Crates sitting on a flat piece of land, with some grass trying to grow up the side, no mine in sight.

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Looks around in surprise:: What in the --

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne> JH: Lemme go!  Lemme go or I'll tell my mommy!  She'll fix you good!  I promise I won't come back! ::trying to sound brave but really is scared out of her wits::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::slows as he comes around seemingly the last corner:: Ixcet: Umm... ::looks over at him::

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> Adrienne: Who is your ... ::Pause:: ... "mommy"?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
Self: Well-well-well... what do we have here.. ::slows the truck::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Leans forward in barely held back shock:: Where is the mine?!

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks ahead::
CSEC Dallas: I told you took a wrong turn at that fork....

Host Syarta says:
::Blinks as they come to a stop:: Hmmm.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::checks that he did come to the right place::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne> ::looking a little defiant all of the sudden:: SHE is Lt. Cdr Kostandinos, she's the XO and she can be the boss of you, so let me go! ::is still very, very scared::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
CEO: I didn't take any wrong turns, sir. ::gestures:: We're at that large productive mine the Cardassians built.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::frowns in disbelief::

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> Adrienne: If your mother is the Executive Officer, she should have informed you that certain portions of this station are off limits child. I shall return you to her. ::Begins walking to the lift, holding Adrienne up with one hand::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::parks the truck and shuts down, then hops out and crosses by the front and towards the crates::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Gets out, and looks around in shock:: CVO: What is this?!

Host Syarta says:
::Exits the ATWV slowly::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::thinks "she did inform me, but that didn't mean i had to Listen.... now that she knows the "monster" wont kill her or her cat, is starting to get more worried about what her mother will do to her when she finds out::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Ixcet: This is your tremendous mine, according to my map.

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
ACTION: There is nothing around the crates.  A short distance away, there appears to be a rock fall in the rock face

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::glares as she is forcibly almost-dragged to the lift::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::gets out, walking near the CVO and taking his tricorder out::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::heads up to the first crate and tries to open it::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Glares at the CVO::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Turns to Syarta:: Syarta: What is the meaning of this?! What have you done to the mine?!

Host Syarta says:
::Shakes his head:: Ixcet: Nothing ... I assure you ... I have no idea how this happened.

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> ::Taps a command, and has the lift take them up to C & C::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
:;steps out of the truck last, looking back at the cat:: Murka: Poyi syuda... ::waits until the cat hops out and stands by him::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::well that’s a futile attempt:: CEO: What's the tricorder say is in there?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::hears Dallas, wondering if the cat knows Federation Basic also...::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
Anyone: Uhh... ::exiting the vehicle, he walks up to the Cardassian, pulls out a PADD, and brings up a map...he reviews it for a few moments::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne> ::wonders how he can read the buttons on the lift, they're all foreign to her:: JH:  How'd you know which button went where?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
All: The crates contain mining equipment.. definitely Cardassian in origin. ::extended the scanning a bit more to broaden the scan::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::looks up at the crates, smiling a secret smile:: Ixcet: Look like this mine wasn't so productive. Best pack it up and take it back.

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::On the verge of extreme fury::

Host Syarta says:
::Overly concerned ... somewhat has an idea of who is responsible for this::

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> ::Staring ahead:: Adrienne: I just do.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks around for the old entrance to the mine, finding it a ways away::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::touches Syarta on the shoulder a moment to exchange a few words privately::

Host Syarta says:
::Turns:: CBO: Yes?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::thinks not only is he scary, he's mean and cranky too... great....::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::has an idea too:: Self: Serves them right.. ::walks around the huge crates, imagining the hopes and dreams of the Cardassian war machine that is rusting away inside them::

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> ::The lift arrives at C & C, and he exits holding the child::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::As the other Cardassians congregate around her:: ALL: I demand an explanation!

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::looks up and, alarmed, sees a JH holding her daughter by the shirt::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::speaking quietly so as not to be heard by anyone but Syarta:: Syarta: I'm not sure if you think Ixcet planned this...but I would think not.  She wouldn't lead us to a scene where she would be...for the lack of a better term, incriminated, would she?  Her claims seem genuine.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
JH: What is the meaning of this?  Adrienne: Why aren't you at home?  ::runs over and takes the girl from the soldier, setting her down on the ground::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Looks up to see a Jem'Hadar enter with a child::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Ixcet: Hey, we're as surprised that it's like this as you are, don't be yelling at us.

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> XO: The child was caught in a restricted area. I chose to return her here as she stated you were her mother.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Tilts head and listens::

Host Syarta says:
::Silently:: CBO: I don't believe so.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::color drains from her face as she realizes what could have happened had the JH NOT decided to return her::  JH: Thank you... you may go...

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> ::Turns and looks at Laevon::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Nods, acknowledging that he should depart::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::laughs softly and picks up the cat, whispering to her in Russian as he walks around, tapping the crates with his boot:: Self: Perfect... bloody marvelous.

Host Syarta says:
<Jem'Hadar> ::Glances at the child, then the XO, and turns abruptly on his heel ... exiting::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
Adrienne: YOU are in a lot of trouble....  ::points to a chair:: Go, sit there, don't move, speak, or breathe really loudly until I have a chance to take you home.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::continuing the scans::
All: I'm not detecting any traces of explosives.. Could the collapse have been due to mother nature? There have been some fierce storms lately. A well placed lightning strike..
::starts scanning for tell-tale signs of a lightning strike::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::As he walks to exit the C & C:: XO: You know, Commander, I seriously hope you take better of your personnel than you have of your own child ...

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::turns on him, furious:: This is NOT your concern, Mr. Laevon... if you have nothing better to do than question my judgment, I seriously suggest you do it somewhere other than here.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::stops by Hamilton:: CVO: Serves them right...

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Refrains from grinning:: XO: Temper, temper, Commander. ::Enters the lift, and then the doors close::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::glances at Korben, not saying anything though::

Host Syarta says:
::Frowns at the CSEC's comment::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CSEC: It serves US RIGHT?!?! And for what do you mean by THAT?!

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
<Cardassians> ::Move to Crate and open the access "door" to check the equipment inside::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::refrains from shouting something un-ladylike after him, turns to Adrienne instead::  Adri: I think it's time you went back home, you've had enough adventures for one day...  <Klingon One> You have C & C, I'll be back in five minutes

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::takes her daughter by the hand and calls for the lift::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::wheels, facing Ixcet:: Ixcet: I thought it was obvious. Somebody doesn't want you polluting their mountains with your mine.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::finishes his scans::
All: Not a lightning strike... I wonder if it could have been-- ::sees/hears Insect-- err, Ixcet-- go off from Dallas' comment::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::sees a large piece of rock protruding from the ground...and walks over to it and sits on it, rubbing his face, controlling himself as best he can::

Host Syarta says:
<Klingon One> ::Nods as the XO leaves::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::watches the scene before him unveil, shaking his head, knowing Korben should've kept his mouth shut this time::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CSEC: Oh please, do not get "high & mighty" Starfleet, the Federation has its own mines all over the quadrant.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::eyes widen slightly:: Ixcet: Oh yes, we do. But not here. And ours don't come back "Returned to Sender" once we set them up.

Host Syarta says:
::Steps forward:: CSEC / Ixcet: Now wait a moment, please ...

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::kicks some gravel and storms over to the CSEC and Cardassian, then restrains himself and storms back to his rock where he sits and angrily twists the corner of his tunic::  ::quietly:: Self: Way to represent the Federation...

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
<Cardassian> ::Exits the Crate and walks to Nrella and whispers in her ear::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::in the lift, gives Adrienne the "extremely not happy mom look":: Adrienne:  Exactly what did you think you were doing?  Did I not state the rules for living here clearly enough?  You could have had a LOT worse happen to you than being dragged by your shirt by a Jem’Hadar... he could have decided to use you for target practice....

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Ignores the Haisian:: CSEC: We have a deal with the Haisians, Starfleet. They gave us PERMISSION to mine here ... long before you came around because the Klingons couldn't handle the genetically engineered freak soldiers -- ::Stops as the Cardassian whispers to her::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::steps in front of Korben:: CSEC: ::quietly:: Think Korben, don't get all these guys mad.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
<Adrienne>::looks at the floor:: Im sorry, I was just bored...

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::smiles passively at Hamilton but doesn't answer, almost gazing through him at Ixcet::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ::Turns:: ALL: All our equipment has been repacked ... but not by someone familiar with the technology. ::Looks to Syarta::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::he looks up as he hears Ixcet's declaration::

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::shakes her head as they enter their quarters:: Well next time you're bored, go read a book or something... "exploring" without an adult with you is NOT an option here like it was on the Hayden ::keys in a new locking code so that Adrienne won't be able to leave, shuts the doors, and heads back to the C&C::

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
<Cardassian #2> ::Approaches Ixcet and whispers again::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::watches the conversations, occasionally scratching behind Murka's ears::

Host Syarta says:
::Frowns, overly concerned ... wants to get in contact with the High Echelons soon::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::whacks the tricorder, which responds with a few high-pitched beeps..... he fights off  an urge to yell out "Ziggy" for some reason::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::stands and walks back over to the group::

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> Syarta: Apparently some work was completed before the mine went off-line ... 380 tons were moved, smelted and/or stored.

Host Syarta says:
CEO: Is there any indication about who could have been responsible?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::re-enters the C&C, happy to see that despite the "interruption" the crew has all gone back to their duties.  Shakes her head and closes her eyes for a moment, wondering if having brought a child to a place like this, especially one like Adrienne, was really such a good idea::

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> ::Steps up beside the XO. Silently:: XO: Commander?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
Anyone/Ixcet: What about cellular residue on any of the equipment?  I'm assuming you only had Cardassians working the mine?  So anything other than Cardassian DNA would be out of place, wouldn't it?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
Ixcet: I'm sure the captain wouldn't mind lending you the use of a couple of Aero Shuttles to lift these crates back to the base for you.

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
ACTION: A few pebbles race down the rock face near where the CBO was.

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> CBO: It was automated.

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::turns, looking a little bit weary but is pleasant to him none the less:: Ens: Yes, Ensign?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::tempted to shush Jadahn, but figures it's generally frowned upon to shush a superior officer;:

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Syarta: The tricorder is detecting some strange residue.. I'm still analyzing it.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> ::The Engineer continues silently:: XO: Permission to speak freely?

Host Syarta says:
::Nods:: CEO: Thank you.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks up to see the pebbles fall near Jadahn::
CBO Jadahn: You may not want to stand there...

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
::has always dreaded that phrase, especially when it is spoken to her, but figures, why the hell not:: Ens: Yes, but just keep the "freeness" to a polite minimum, if you would

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::looks behind him, but sees nothing...:: CEO/Self: Eh...wind, probably.  ::wonders if it's windy::

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
ACTION: As Jadahn goes to turn back to the group, something catches his eye, and now a Haispoi stands on the narrow rock ledge some 10 stories up.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Jadahn: That, or someone doesn't want us here... ::smirks slightly::
::clears his throat, then re-checks his tricorder's data::
All: No DNA residue found.. however there are ways to remove DNA evidence.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::clears his throat:: CEO: Excuse me, sir, but I don't remember the captain farming out our services for an investigation. We were just brought to tour the mine.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> <W> XO: I don't believe your daughter was in any danger. The Jem'Hadar, from what I've heard, may be brutal, efficient soldiers ... but they won't kill unless they have been given the order, or have reason to. All in all, it would still probably be safer to keep your daughter under watch, but just thought I should let you know.

Host Syarta says:
<Ens. Jones> <W> XO: Oh, and welcome aboard.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
Self: Ahhhgggg....son of a..... ::looks up at the Haispoi...he walks closer::

Host Syarta says:
::Looks up at the Haispoi:: Hrhm.

Host Syarta says:
<Nrella Ixcet> ALL: Who is that?!

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Dallas: You may be right, but -- ::looks up at the Haispoi::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::looks over at Syarta:: Syarta: Were you aware of his presence?

Host XO_LtCdr_Kostandinos says:
Ens:  That's all well and good, but you'd be awfully surprised at how difficult it is to keep a 10-year-old "under watch" at all times.... thanks for the advice, in any case.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::glances up, shading his surgically enhanced vision to make out the figure::

Host Syarta says:
CBO: Not at all, but the Haispoi do inhabit these regions ... ::Recognizes the figure:: Oh dear.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::raises an eyebrow at Syarta's response, the looks back up at the Haispoi::

Host Syarta says:
::Steps forward:: Haispoi: Ao, what are you doing here?

Host Syarta says:
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