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USS Andromeda
”Layover at Starbase 50” Part 1

Starring 
Janne Nikula as Captain Sketek Zhnirev
Amy Bennet as Commander Trial Martin
Miika Nikula as Commander Senek Zhnirev
Wes Deimon as Commander Wes Deimon
Jack Farfri as Lieutenant Commander Ray Durron and NPC Lieutenant J.G. Sarah Lureng
Nuno Cruz as Lieutenant Commander Rie-mann Z’heta
 James Van Hoyweghen as Lieutenant Tal’el Jordain
 PJ Chapman as Ensign Phillipe Joseph Capulette
 Scott Boggs as Ensign Spike Angelus Laredo and NPC Ana-Marie Laredo
And...
John McDermott as Admiral Lake, Admiral Lake’s Secretary, Orion Waitress and himself

Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Begin USS Andromeda "Layover at SB 50"
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The gallant USS Andromeda is docked at Starbase 50, awaiting repairs and taking on supplies.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
*CO Sketek Zhnirev* Please report to my office.
CTO_Senek says:
::At tactical, finishing his supply request list::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Admiral Lake*: Aye, I'll be there.
OPS_Capulette says:
::In quarters reviewing incoming supply lists::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Walking through the Starbase corridors::
FCO_Durron says:
::Sitting calmly in his quarters looking at a list::
TO_Laredo says:
::Exploring the Starbase with his daughter::
Host Admiral_Lake’s Secretary says:
Captain: Do come in.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Nods at the secretary and goes in::
CTO_Senek says:
::Sends the list and leaves the bridge::
Host Admiral_Lake says:
Action: The jolly, silver haired Admiral Lake is sitting behind a desk with a stack of PADDs to his right.
CTO_Senek says:
::Takes a Turbolift to the Starbase and starts looking around::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Admiral: Greetings, sir.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
Captain: Please do sit down ::offers the CO a chair and a cup of coffee::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Admiral: Thank you. ::Sits down::
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks up at the door chime::
FCO_Durron says:
Person at door: It's open. Come on in.
FCO_Lureng says:
::Enters Durron's quarters::
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: Hello. Nice of you to stop by.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
Captain: You and your crew have performed quite well on various missions, and I feel you have earned the choice of what your next duty assignment will be.  You can discuss it with your crew of course.  Lets see ::picks up a pile of potential orders:: I have shore leave, first contact, scientific missions, border patrol, or one of your choosing.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
::Continues to look through piles of orders "...Romulan missions, espionage, ...convoy escort."
Host CO_Sketek says:
Admiral: I would be glad to discuss it with my crew.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
Admiral: As you wish, whenever you are ready, let me know and I'll cut the orders.
FCO_Lureng says:
Durron: Well I haven't seen you since before the shore leave.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
::Hands the CO a PADD of possibilities::
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: I'm sorry about that.  I was at space dock and aboard the Andromeda the whole time so if you had wanted to contact me I was somewhat easy to find...you on the other hand.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Takes the PADD:: Admiral: I will let you know. ::Raises from the chair:: Please excuse me. I will gather the crew together.
CTO_Senek says:
::Sits down at a bar and orders some fruit juice::
Host Admiral_Lake says:
CO: Of course, we have the Ghost at space dock in case you choose espionage.
FCO_Lureng says:
Oh and aren't you just the big Starfleet guy.
Host CO_Sketek says:
Admiral: That is good to know. ::Salutes the admiral and leaves the room::
Host Admiral_Lake says:
::Smiles and watches the CO leave::
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: I'm sorry I didn't call you but I did try.
FCO_Lureng says:
Durron: Sure you did.
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: Ok how about this. I find the most expensive restaurant on this station and take you out for a night to make up for it.
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CTO/FCO/OPS/TO* This is Captain Sketek. Let's gather to the Panorama Cafe for an unofficial meeting. Please inform me if you can't make it.
FCO_Lureng says:
Durron: you think that will get me to forgive you for ignoring me over that whole long shore leave?
Host Admiral_Lake says:
Action: Starbase 50 is full of countless species being processed through customs as well as tourists from various parts of known space, shopkeepers are thrilled at the commerce and sales.
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO*: Aye sir, on my way. ::Leaves quarters, enters Turbolift.:: CPU: Panorama Cafe level.
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: Actually...yeah I kind of hoped it would.
CTO_Senek says:
::Is just about to have his juice delivered::
CTO_Senek says:
*CO* On my way, sir. ::Leaves this cafe and heads to the other one::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Moving towards the Panorama Cafe::
TO_Laredo says:
*CO*: Aye Sir, I will be there shortly, i need to return my daughter to our quarters
FCO_Lureng says:
Durron: Probably will.  So my quarters at say...20:00
Host OrionWaitress says:
::Serving drinks in the cafe::
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: sounds good. Now if you will excuse me the Captain wanted me.
TO_Laredo says:
::Makes his way to his quarters:: Come one Ana-Marie, lets go. I need to meet with the CO.
FCO_Lureng says:
Durron: Sure.
Host OrionWaitress says:
::Makes sure the waterfall display in the Panorama cafe is working::
Ana-Marie_Laredo says:
Yes father. ::follows her father and enters their quarters::
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: Wait a second I might have a plan.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Arrives at the cafe and sits down at a table large enough for the other senior officers::
FCO_Durron says:
*CO*:Sir would you mind if I were...escorted to the cafe?
TO_Laredo says:
::The TO runs Makes his way quickly to the Cafe::
Host OrionWaitress says:
CO: Can I get you a beverage or food?
Host CO_Sketek says:
*FCO* I don't mind.
CTO_Senek says:
::Arrives at the cafe right after his brother::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Arrives in cafe::
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng.: put on something other than that uniform and meet me at the airlock.
CTO_Senek says:
::Takes a look out of the cafe's windows and then sits down next to CO::
TO_Laredo says:
::Arrives at the cafe slightly out of breath::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Waitress: A cup of Vulcan tea would be nice.
FCO_Lureng says:
Thanks.
Host OrionWaitress says:
CO: Of course ::goes off to get the CO his tea::
FCO_Lureng says:
::Leaves Durron's quarters and heads for hers.::
FCO_Durron says:
::Quickly changes out of the half of the uniform he had on than finds a nice outfit in his closet::
TO_Laredo says:
::Sits down at the table across from the CO:: CO: Good Afternoon Sir
OPS_Capulette says:
::Standing in the doorway thinking::
Host OrionWaitress says:
Action: Through the windows of the cafe, the patrons can see ships arriving and departing from the Starbase as well as the stars of local space.
TO_Laredo says:
::Notices the OPS standing there and walks over to him:: OPS: Hey Phillipe, we're over here ::leads the OPS officer to the table::
FCO_Durron says:
::Pulls on the outfit consisting of a pair of black slacks, black shirt, white neck tie and a white sport jacket.::
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: Sorry, I'm kind of distracted, I've got something important on my mind.
Host OrionWaitress says:
<Sound> Waterfall cascading in the background; <Noise> chatter of other patrons.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Sits down at the table::
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: Would you care to explain?
FCO_Durron says:
:Slips into a pair of black and white sued shoes than ties them and heads for the airlock::
Host CO_Sketek says:
TO: I am sorry, I was a bit distracted in my thoughts. Good afternoon to you too.
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: I was down on the planet watching the hover ball tournament and I met this beautiful Caitian girl.
FCO_Durron says:
::Arrives at the airlock to await Lureng's arrival.::
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: She's all I've been able to think about since then.
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: And..........
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: And what?
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: Tell me about her
FCO_Durron says:
::Guesses at her arrival by the gasp of one of the male officers going around the near corner.::
Host OrionWaitress says:
::Returns with the CO's tea and a vegetarian snack for the CO:: CO: Admiral Lake is picking up the tab for you and your officers.
FCO_Lureng says:
::Turns the corner and struggles not to smile at Durron's response to her outfit::
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: Her name's Chitwa, she's about four and a half feet tall, beautiful reddish/brown mane. Her voice is entrancing, the way she rolls her r's and just draws you in. She's wonderful.
Host CO_Sketek says:
Waitress: Thank you. That is very kind of him.
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: I see
FCO_Durron says:
::Stares agape at Lureng's long dark blue dress that must have some metal threads in it due to the way it reflects the light::
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: If only you could. She's wonderful. We spent the afternoon together watching the tournament and when I had to leave I gave her tickets to the semifinals and the finals.
FCO_Durron says:
Lureng: You look stunning.
CTO_Senek says:
::Keeps looking at the stars, trying to recognize at least some familiar constellations::
FCO_Lureng says:
Let’s not keep the Captain waiting.
Host OrionWaitress says:
Action: The green skinned Orion waitress, with flowing green hair and red fingernails brings food and drinks for the crew.
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: Very Compulsive, are you assuming things??
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Drinking the tea, but carefully, since it's very hot::
FCO_Durron says:
::Blinks:: Lureng: Of course.
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: Not compulsive, hopeful. She's wonderful and-not meaning to offend anyone-the only one I've really connected with since I left Risa for the Academy.
FCO_Durron says:
::Offers Lureng his arm and wonders how jealous the other officers will be.::
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: I see, so what are you going to do? Have you been in touch with Risa anymore?
FCO_ Lureng says:
::Places her hand on Durron's elbow than starts off for the nearest Turbolift::
CTO_Senek says:
::Reluctantly turns his eyes away from the windows:: CO: So, why this gathering?
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: Wait and see what happens. I went back to Risa for shore leave 10301 but not for friends, to see mother and little sister.
FCO_Durron says:
::Takes steps somewhat longer than normal to keep up with Lureng's somewhat longer stride.::
Host OrionWaitress says:
<Music> Live piano and saxophone; <Noise> chatter and conversation from patrons; <Sight> Vulcan freighters docking bring wares from Vulcan.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: We can choose our next assignment. I wish to hear the opinion of the crew.
FCO_Durron says:
::Enters the Turbolift with Lureng still on his arm::
FCO_Durron says:
Turbolift: Panorama Cafe
CTO_Senek says:
CO: What kind of options do we have? Anything which didn't involve shooting things to pieces would be nice for a change.
FCO_Durron says:
::Arrives in the front of the Cafe than steps out with Lureng.  Spots the Captain and heads that way.::
Host OrionWaitress says:
::People dancing::
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: I'll wait for the FCO and explain then.
FCO_ Lureng says:
::Looks at Durron and continues on his arm.  noding at one of her friends from engineering::
FCO_Durron says:
::Walks over to the Captain:: CO: you wanted to see...::looks around::...us sir?
Host OrionWaitress says:
<Sight and Noise> ::gambling machines and games of chance in the corner::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Yes, please sit down.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: The admiral Lake has granted us the possibility to choose our next assignment.
TO_Laredo says:
::Goes over possibilities in his head::
FCO_Durron says:
::Pulls out a chair for Lureng::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: The options are very wide so we can do almost anything we wish.
FCO_ Lureng says:
::Sits in the chair pulled out by Durron::
FCO_Durron says:
::Sits in the chair next to Lureng::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: These include first contact, scienfific exploration, patrol, escort, espionage, and also shore leave.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: So I would like to hear your opinion what you would like to do.
Host OrionWaitress says:
<Environment> Ceiling fan providing air circulation.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Don't be afraid to share your opinions.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Like I said, I'd prefer something peaceful. First contact or science missions are my choices.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Shore leave, as much as I detest it, might be beneficial as we haven't a medical staff, haven't an XO and the crew might need some more rest after our stressful situations.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Mr. Senek and Mr. Capulette, your opinions are noted. What about Mr. Durron and Mr. Laredo?
TO_Laredo says:
CO: I shall be content with whatever is assigned to me, I do not have a preference, sir
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Mr. Durron?
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Sir The ship is ready for what ever mission is assigned us.  I don't like this chose your own adventure stuff and so I will agree with whatever you think sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Very well. Thank you for the opinions. I suggest that we spend a few days of shore leave on this station until leaving for a first contact mission.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye, sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: That way we can get some rest, have the Andromeda fully repaired, and then leave for new worlds.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: I appreciate your decision, sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Please excuse me. You may enjoy your shore leave now. ::Walks away from the cafe to a nice and quiet corner at the Starbase::
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the rest of the officers at the table::
FCO_Durron says:
ALL; Well what are you waiting for? You heard the captain. Go have fun.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO: Can I check out a shuttle again?
FCO_Durron says:
OPS: Again?  What are you up to?  Of course you can though watch the trees this time.
CTO_Senek says:
::Smiles a bit at FCO's comment and turns again to face the starry sky::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Admiral Lake* I have discussed with my crew and I have decided that we will spend a few days of shore leave here at the starbase so that the crew gets rest and Andromeda has time to get repaired. After that we would like to take a first contact mission.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO: Again as in I checked one out two days ago. Up to: going to the planet. I didn't hit any trees. TO/FCO: I have a good feeling about her. I'm going to spend the rest of shore leave with Chitwa.
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: Is this why you want a shuttle?
OPS_Capulette says:
TO: Yes.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
*CO* Very good, I will prepare the orders and transmit them to you.
FCO_Durron says:
OPS: Her? I see. Don't make a mess in the shuttle.
TO_Laredo says:
OPS: Don’t have too much fun ::winks::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Admiral Lake* Understood.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO: Caitains are clean, sir.
FCO_Durron says:
OPS: And by trees I meant don't park under them.  When the leaves get into the intake manifolds it is a devil to clean out.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO: Oh, okay sir.
FCO_Durron says:
OPS: Sure.  But if you scratch the paint on that shuttle I'll have you on hull painting duty before you can say "it wasn't my fault" ::winks at Ops::
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO: Aye, sir.
Host Admiral_Lake says:
Action: The live band begins a new song
FCO_Durron says:
::stands up:: Lureng: May I have this dance?
FCO_ Lureng says:
::Stands and makes her way to dance floor with Durron::
Host Admiral_Lake says:
End USS Andromeda "Layover at SB 50" 10303.16