Host FM_Selan says:
Abertura Station Stardate 10207.10 "Sea of Tranquility" Episode Two

Cast of Characters

Robert Pate as Captain Thelsh [CO]
Mike Stannard as Lieutenant Michael Lambert [CEO] 
Steve Seliquini as Lieutenant Brock [CSO]
Kurt Goring as Lieutenant Junior Grade Korben Dallas [CSEC] 
Kytra Seliquini as Lieutenant Junior Grade Kiz Kedi [CIV]
Scott Fisher as Ensign Tyler Hamilton [CVO] 

Michael Jones as Aloria
Mark Tucker as General Ranuck

Host FM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Resume Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=
 
CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::sitting by the campfire next to General Ranuck::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::settles down at the table, a big beach towel wrapped around her yellow and green one piece::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::taking a shower::

Host FM_Selan says:
<General Ranuck> @ ::Takes a bite out of some pale meat which does not appear to be Eirn Dire. Gestures for the CSO to take some from the roasting animal:: CSO: Feast.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::sitting by the beach, reading some technical report on a PADD::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::throws a t-shirt over her suit and trots downstairs to the table::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::already at the dinner table, having angered the Captain so much earlier he's decided he'll be good for a  little while at least::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: Thank you General. ::reaches out and takes a large chunk of meat::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::washes the lather off his body and grabs a towel, stepping out of the stall and heading back to his room::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The dining room that the CO is seated in [and that others are gathering at] is not as elegant as the dining halls of the High Echelons ... it is a medium sized room of metallic walls. It apparently extends outward and under the oceanic institute, as the room is under water. Some plants can be seen in the sea water, but no animals as of yet.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::looks around and notices that the Klingons are waiting for him to taste the meat and watch his reaction::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The lights of Kayairn City can be seen filtering through the bay water, however.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::takes a bite of the meat, which tastes real gamey. Fights back the reaction to hurl, smiles at the other Klingons:: Klingons: This is good.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::gets back to his room and changes quickly into civilian clothes, still managing to still look in uniform::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Aloria> ::Enters the dining hall dressed in a nice aqua outfit::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::takes in the gentle motions of the water plants that can be seen through the windows::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Klingons nod in appreciation of the CSO's good taste, and take part in the good eating as well.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks up at Aloria - he can tell she doesn't really like him::

Host FM_Selan says:
<General Ranuck> @ CSO: It is good to see a Starfleet officer who can appreciate the finer things in life.

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::sits down at the table, looking around at the other people gathered there::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::grabs a mug of blood wine and takes a LARGE swallow::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: Greetings, Aloria.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Aloria> ALL: A few of my personnel like to show off their cooking talents, so they've decided to prepare some fine aquatic cuisine for you tonight ...

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: That sounds delightful

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::leaves Murka in his room and slips downstairs, fixing his shirt as he walks down the corridor toward the dining room::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::ugh.. seafood::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::finds a good place to pause his reading and notices the time... he gathers his few things and hurries to his temporary room::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: This is definitely a step above SF Military Rations.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::passes Dallas as he heads up::
Dallas: I'll be down in a second.. lost track of time.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks around, out the windows, and at the door - he doesn't really want to be here, with the Captain still mad at him and their hosts thinking he's a terrible guy. And seafood. Blah::

Host Aloria says:
::Smiles at the ever pleasant CO, throwing a glance at the CVO which is less than polite::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: When you eat off the Haisian land, you'll considered it dirt.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::over his shoulder:: CEO: Better hurry, Lieutenant. Or the Captain'll have your head.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: That sounds appetizing. ::is sarcastic::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::finds the dining room and enters through the doors, stepping down into it, looking around and whistling softly to himself::

Host Aloria says:
ACTION: Within moments, two Haisians [one male and female] exit the "kitchen" with two carts filled with a combination of good and bad smelling food. Obviously the carts were originally intended for the purposes of holding scientific instruments, but these people know how to make do.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::can never understand Dallas' sense of humor...  moments later he's in his room, where he changes into something more suited for a group meal, and heads back downstairs::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: Do you harvest aquatic animals more frequently then the land ones?  Or do you mostly consume the water plants?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::looks around at the table for a place to sit:: CO: Sorry I'm late, Captain.

Host Aloria says:
CO: Personally I prefer land animals myself, and try to push for them, Captain. However, my fellow personnel like the sea so much they wish to ... devour their inhabitants. ::Sarcastically::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Watches his men continue to set up camp as he eats his rations::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::scoots over so Dallas can sit next to her::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::stands up:: General: I need to..... you know. ::grins::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Then go.. 

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Laughs at the shy Gallamite::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::smiles tightly and sits, lowering his voice:: CIV: Thanks.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: errr I see.  Actually I was talking of the general population.  I understand that as a whole, yall prefer a more vegetarian diet, with only a relatively small amount of animal protein.  I was curious if that extended to sea life as well.

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::nods a "thank-you" to the CSEC::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: Yes sir! ::grins and takes his leave of the immediate area of the camp taking his "dinner" with him::

Host Aloria says:
CO: Pardon? Well, I can't speak for everyone ... but I usually prefer a good meal of meat over plants ...

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::out of sight of the others, tosses the meat away and grabs a few nearby leaves to chew on to take away the taste then spits them out::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::chooses something at random from the cart and thanks the server::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Pokes the sizzling Eirn Dire in the pit, grateful they brought food, it was a very long hike::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::finally reaches the dinner area, and quietly finds a seat::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::returns to the camp smiling:: General: Shall I set up my tent there? ::points to a spot between two other tents::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::slices into some sort of sautéed tentacle and spots something in his peripheral vision, looking up::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::glances over the food on the cart, selecting something "familiar"::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::sees the food the crew are diving into, and fights to maintain a straight face::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Wherever you like... this is a hunting trip... enjoy yourself.  The Haisians told us to watch out for Recals, a nocturnal creature similar to a Terran Sloth.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::hasn't taken anything yet - nothing has really made him want to::

Host Aloria says:
ACTION: A bubble about the size of a small ball floats by the window in the dining hall. Inside of it is what appears to be a "Haisian Frog" of some sort. It's just sitting in the air bubble, floating along, letting the ocean's currents carry it.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::laughs at the General's words and sets up his pup tent::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::knife still lodged in the tentacle as the frog floats by:: Self: What the..?

Host Aloria says:
ACTION: The bubble-frog seemingly makes eye contact with Dallas and stares at him the entire time as it floats by the window.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::helps herself to various delicacies...:: Aloria: This is delicious

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::sneers at the frog and tracks him with his eyes:: Self: Stupid frogs. ::continues slicing at the tentacle before taking a bite and exaggerating the chewing motions as the frog watches::

Host Aloria says:
::After getting herself a plate of food, she takes a seat:: CO: I'm glad to hear it. I hope everyone else is enjoying themselves.

Host Aloria says:
ACTION: The frog eventually passes by. Then another "bubble-frog" appears ... followed by two more ... and four others after that. Soon a whole school is calming floating by the window, all of them staring at the crew from within their bubbles.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::finally takes something that looks like it might be a scallop - it's not bad so he fills his plate with them::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::using his tricorder, checks the animal life in the area::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::takes a large bite of some greens:: Aloria: What are those?  ::indicates the frogs::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::giggles at the frogs, slowly eating her chicken-tasting fish::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Notices Brock with the Tricorder::  Brock: Have you ever been hunting before?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::grabs a piece of something and holds his breath as he puts it in his mouth - then sees the school of frogs float by and almost loses it::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::slices off another bit of tentacle and chews, watching the show:: CIV: This place gets weirder every minute.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: Yes sir. Back on Earth I used to go bow hunting. Quite a lot of fun actually.

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Did you use Tricorders?

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks over at Lambert, also having trouble with this food, and leans over to him:: CEO: Hey Mr. Lambert, try these things ::motions to the scallop things:: They aren't bad.

Host Aloria says:
::Smiles:: CO: They're Enviques. Cute little ones, aren't they?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::smirks:: General: No sir. Not at all.

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Then put it away... use your senses.  They will never fail you.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: If it is not a breach of decorum.  SFC is very interested in your marine studies.  In fact, your level of technology and skill is on par with the Federation, and they are interested in setting up joint studies with you, so that you can compare ideas.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: Sorry sir. Habit. In my line of work, it just comes natural. ::puts his tricorder in his pack::

Host Aloria says:
::Nods:: CO: Sounds fascinating Captain. I trust they'll be approaching our government about this?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: To help facilitate this, SF is asking if we can build a small facility to house a hovercraft and some researchers along these shores.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::goes back to his normal storm cloud mood and ignores the little kermits, returning to his meal::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::nods:: Hamilton: Thanks... ::grabs one, and makes a motion as if putting it in his mouth, but he's really hiding it in his hand::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::sits down by the fire and lets his senses examine his environment::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::sighs and rolls her eyes at Korben, returning to her meal::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock:  Come day break, we will begin hunting Othans, we will need our senses sharp.

Host Aloria says:
::Thinks about it:: CO: Where would you want to build this shore facility ..?

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Takes out a Klingon weapon, which looks like an elongated disruptor::  Brock: Have you ever seen one of these?  ::Passes the weapon to Brock::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CEO: What do you say we head into Kayairn after this and get some fast food or something? This isn't really the greatest selection of food they have for us here. ::speaking quietly::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::takes a bite of the chicken-fish, finding himself glancing around at the table's audience::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: Of course.  I was directed to discuss initial discussions to the Naval representative... You, I believe.  After that the requests would be made to the appropriate officials.  As for the location... where would you suggest?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::takes the weapon and examines it:: General: Excellent. And will we use this instead of Bat'leths or Dak'taghs?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::takes a sip of a really sour drink, her antennae curling in distress, lips puckering::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::chews silently, looking around at the other people at the table::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Hamilton: I like that idea..  we just have to make it look like we're actually enjoying ourselves here...

Host Aloria says:
CO: Within the bay most likely. We could most likely provide you with a boat-storage housing which you could convert to your liking ... how large would this hover-craft be?

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: No Bat'leths... we will use Dak'tagh's to gut the animal.  That is a projectile weapon, it fires a metal dart at high velocity, we will use that to Othan.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: It is approximately the size of you own research ship, I believe...

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: A bit wider, but similar lengths

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: I see. Sort of like an old Earth rifle. Or maybe a slug-thrower. May I try it?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::finishes enough of his meal to satisfy him and puts the utensils down:: CEO/CVO: It's not a good idea to leave here.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CEO: Just take a little bit of food and smear it around your plate to make it look like there used to be more there. Always worked on my mom.

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Yes, you will be using one tomorrow... do not shoot any of my men.  Watch the recoil as well.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks at Korben:: CSEC: Why?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
CSEC/CVO: You have the hearing of a Vorta, you know that? Besides... the Captain did say we could go to the city.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CSEC: And if you really want, we can bring you back some.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
CVO/CEO: I don't think you should go, because if you leave this place, anything can happen and *I* won't be there to stop Hamilton from doing it.

Host Aloria says:
::Nods:: CO: Yes, we could give you a facility which you could ... convert and update with your technology and you see fit. This would help prevent any extended construction operations for your personnel, and perhaps prevent any damage to the local oceanic life.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::hefts the weapon in his hand to judge its weight. Checks the weapon and finds it is loaded. Moves a few feet from the camp and fires a round at a nearby tree. The recoil is much greater than he anticipated and he is almost knocked back off his feet. He misses his target by a long way::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::frowns:: CSEC: I can be good too you know. ::motions to Aloria with a little nod:: She hasn't even heard one thing from me since she got so mad earlier.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::rubs his shoulder from the pain of the recoil. Looks at the General:: General: Nice weapon.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
CSEC/CVO: I don't think that will be a problem... will it Mr. Hamilton?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: Good.  That could prove to be the best answer.  I personally have very little knowledge of marine habitats, but I do know they are fragile.  A pre-existing facility would be marvelous.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CEO: Nope. You've got my word. ::grins::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::looks at them both:: CEO/CVO: Are you serious about this?

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Laughs loudly at Brock's attempt::  Brock: It takes practice to use.

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Once we have light, you can practice.

Host Aloria says:
::Smiles:: CO: I'm glad to hear it. I'll speak to my superiors about setting that up ...

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CSEC: Yeah - we'll stockpile some for the rest of you guys too if you want.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: If you have some spots in mind, we can craft a formal request to the High Echelon and explain the Federations proposal, and include the locations that you feel would be most appropriate.  This may help speed things up.  Thank you.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: Very well. ::returns the rifle to the General::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::sighs and shakes his head:: CVO/CEO: No, I'll have to come too. It's the only way to be sure. ::turns:: CIV: Do you want to come?

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::makes a face as she finishes the food on her plate and rummages in her purse for her can or sardines::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks at Hamilton, then at Dallas::
CSEC/CVO: Well heck, why don't we invite everyone then?

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::shrugs:: CSEC: I guess

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ ::Puts the weapon away::  Brock: Why did you come with us instead of accompanying your fellow officers?

Host Aloria says:
ACTION: There is a blur of movement by the window in the dining hall, but no one spots anything when [and if] they turn to look.

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::wonders what their hosts will think if more than half the senior crew takes off after each meal to go get some real food::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
All: Do you think Captain Thelsh wants to come? She's probably too busy.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: I wanted to spend some time with you General. There are some questions that I have and perhaps you could help me answer them. I felt that if we spent time together you would be more likely to help.

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: What is it you would like to ask me?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
CSEC: Want to invite Aloria too? ::said sarcastically::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::is somewhat cautious and moves closer to the General:: General: How long have you been stationed at Abertura?

Host Aloria says:
CO: Captain, forgive me for being straight forward about this, but if your crew didn't like their food, they could have declined instead of eating and then decided to go elsewhere ...

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::glances at the other end of the table::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::looks all the way down the table at Aloria - how did she hear all that?::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::blushes and puts away her can of sardines::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Since a month after we won the war, so Five years now.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::blinks::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: And what is the real sentiment between the Klingons and the Dominion on the station? I mean, is it possible that there is someone with a personal vendetta or grudge?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Glances at Aloria, then turns and looks down the table, with that 'Mother' look that all mothers use on their children:: Aloria: They were just trying to be polite... and we all like to try new things, ...usually.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::glances at Hamilton, knowing this is somehow his fault::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: We hate them, they hate us.  We coexist out of necessity.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::glances at Hamilton, knowing this is somehow his fault::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::leans over to Hamilton and whispers:: CVO: It's not your fault, Tyler

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::mutters:: CVO/CIV: Yes it is.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: No one that is, shall we say, over zealous in their contempt for others?

Host Aloria says:
::Nods with a half-smile:: CO: I can understand ... I just hope my personnel don't take too much offense. It's so hard to get them to cook for the rest of us ...

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::makes a face at Korben and whispers:: CSEC: Can't you say anything nice to anyone?

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
CIV: No. ::deadpan::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: No, my men follow orders.  The conflict that prompted the handing over to Starfleet was a dispute between the previous Overseer and the former Vorta.

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::sighs and rolls her eyes:: CSEC: Figures

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CIV: Don't worry about it Kiz, I'm used to it. ::a month of living with Korben has made it so Tyler hardly even listens - he can read Korben like a book so he relies on telepathy instead::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: So they both have been replaced?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: I understand.  I would like to extend an invitation to dine with us at the station... once it is operating condition.  Perhaps we can introduce you to some new dishes as well.

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: The Overseer left as soon as Starfleet arrived.  And the former Vorta was killed by the first Starfleet XO here.

Host Aloria says:
CO: Why thank you.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::looks at Lambert expectantly:: CEO: Well? ::glances at Thelsh::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::wonders if Aloria and her fellow scientists would be open to a night at the bar with all them::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Aloria: So how much of your oceans have been explored?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::nods thoughtfully:: General: Could the previous Overseer have sworn a blood oath to get revenge on the Vorta? ::winces in anticipation of the Generals response::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::sighs and puts her elbows on the table, leaning her head in her hands::

Host Aloria says:
CO: Thirty ... forty percent? Well, thoroughly explored that is.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks at Dallas, and does an impression of an old Starfleet surgeon..::
CSEC Dallas: What is it with you anyway? ::said with a half-smile::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: No, the Vorta aren't worth blood oaths.

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
::doesn't skip a beat:: CEO: You have the most pips on your shoulder. If you guys are going, you need to ask Captain Thelsh's permission.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@General: Thank you General for being so candid. I appreciate it. ::heads for his tent::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
CEO/CSEC: No he doesn't, she already said we could go. ::hopefully::

Host General_Ranuck says:
@ Brock: Remember Brock, we wake at first light.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
CSEC: I don't know about you, but I keep my pips on my neck collar..  ::hears Tyler::  And he's right. As long as we bring a communicator, where's the harm?

Host Aloria says:
CIV: Miss ... Kedi, is it? A few personnel are going out on minor cruise tomorrow, would you perhaps like to join them to learn more about our naval "culture"?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
@::turns momentarily to the General and smiles:: General: I will be ready sir. ::enters his tent and secures the flap::

CSEC_LtJG_Dallas says:
Self: Where's the harm he says.. CEO: If you're ready sir..

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::perks her ears and looks up:: Aloria: Yes, if I will not be in the way. ::smiles::

Host Aloria says:
::Smiles:: CIV: Of course you won't. ALL: The rest of you are more than welcome to join the cruise ...

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
Aloria: Cool thanks. ::has no intention at all of going if he can avoid it::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Looks toward the rest:: All: I know I will look forward to it.  If anyone else wishes to come, speak up... otherwise you are free to enjoy your R&R.

Host General_Ranuck says:
[[[[[ Pause Mission ]]]]]

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