Arcadia Station SB–101
Old Friends
Episode IX (9) — “Your eyes are almost as pretty as waterfall. Except brown. And spinning instead of falling. At least, I think they're brown...”
Stardate 11502.02

Starring (in order of appearance):
•	Adm Regnum (Nick Moline)
•	CEO LtJg Takor (Christina Doane)
•	CIV Nyira (Barbara Moline)
•	CO Capt Bodine (Mike Johnson)
•	OPS Ens Alenis (Alexander Jones)
•	CTO LtJG Cadarn (Mike Hiles)
•	FCO Ens Doole (Bruce Oriani)
Guest Appearances By (in order of appearance):
•	Nick Moline as Computer
•	Alexander Jones as Duty OPS (1 lines)
•	Nick Moline as EO Lt Peterson (6 lines)
•	Mike Hiles as TO CPO McGregor (2 lines)

Mission Transcript

Previously on Arcadia

We are several days into the maintenance of the Subspace Tranceiver arrays. The new Tertiary array is working well, and the upgraded Secondary array is working well as well.

The shipment of parts for the upgrade of the Primary array have arrived, and beta shift Engineering staff are cataloguing and preparing the parts for the maintenance.

In 3 hours, Admiral Regnum, Lieutenant Takor, and a small team will be going out on an EVA for performing the upgrade of the primary array in about 3 hours. In the meantime, the alpha shift teams are enjoying their off duty hours, and those preparing for the EVA are resting so they are energized for their spacewalk
RESUME "Old Friends" -- Episode IX
Adm Regnum says:
::in his temporary quarters reading some correspondence from Starfleet Communications::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::On her way to Nyira's after overseeing everything that can be done to prepare.::
CIV Nyira says:
:: settles a dispute between patrons before it turns into a brawl::
CO Capt Bodine says:
::exits his ready room and comes down to the command circle in Operations, he quickly checks the time::
Adm Regnum says:
Computer: What is the location of Captain Bodine?
Computer (Adm Regnum) says:
Adm: Captain Bodine is in Operations.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::Puts her empty drink on the table and looks at the clock::
Adm Regnum says:
*CO*: Regnum to Bodine.
::thinking "Good, he's not sleeping"::
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Having left Alenis at Nyria's earlier, knowing the captain wanted to see him he was sitting in his office going over a few last minute things, he checks the time and shuts down the computer and heads for the nearest lift.:: Computer: Operations.
FCO Ens Doole says:
::getting ready to head out to OPS to meet with the CO and CTO::

CEO LtJg Takor says:
::walks into Nyira's:: Nyira: Hows it moving? Going whatever...::She says with a tired grin and a wave::
CO Capt Bodine says:
*Adm*: Contacting me the old fashion way Admiral? This must be official what's up sir?
CIV Nyira says:
::smiles at her friend:: CEO: do you need a drink or a nap Jade?
Adm Regnum says:
*CO*: I was wondering if you might be available for a little chat the "old fashioned way" as you put it.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Nyira: A drink would be fine, I am glad we don't do this kind of thing often. The extra work load...::she shakes her head:: Nyira: Something strong
CO Capt Bodine says:
*Adm*: Is it urgent? We are about to fire off some weapons ... I can delay the tests, or you can come watch and then we can talk after. Your call.
Adm Regnum says:
*CO*: Weapons? Are we under attack?
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Steps off the lift as it comes to a stop, stepping out into operations, seeing the captain already talking to someone he moves to the tactical station checking with the tactical officer on duty.::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::Rubs her neck briefly as she takes a seat at the bar, not all that aware of her surroundings at the moment.::
CO Capt Bodine says:
::cant help a laugh sneak into his response:: *Adm* No, sir, we have not been in any engagements in some time, that is the point, regular calibrations are in order.
FCO Ens Doole says:
::leaves quarters and heads for OPS::
CIV Nyira says:
::laughs and shakes her head:: CEO: i'll get it from the special stash i keep just for you. ::she heads back to the bar making sure to take a route far enough a way from the reach of the drunk Bolian, who has more then once grabbed her ass.::
Adm Regnum says:
*CO*: Well it is official, but it is not urgent, as long as we can talk in the next couple of days. I have something I need to discuss with you within the next 48 hours
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Nyira: You're a goddess Nyira and the Prophets will bless you ::She says pleased, finally glancing around she notices Alenis::
OPS: Hello ::Waves::
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::Looks around at the sound:: CEO: Takor! How are you? ::Stands up and joins Takor at the bar::
CO Capt Bodine says:
::nods to the CTO, pressing a few keys on his own station he sends over a simulation program to use high density reinforced probes designed for phaser calibrations to be used in a live fire simulated exercise. Making it clear he wants all arcs tested he presumes the CTO will use the information to work up a plan to test all their hard points::
CIV Nyira says:
::swings around the bar and into the back room::
CO Capt Bodine says:
*Adm*: Understood Admiral I will get with you tonight if you are still up.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: Friends call me Jade, tired. It's been good with the upgrade but alot of work to make sure we're doing what we can to make it safe and smooth....
OPS: You?
FCO Ens Doole says:
::arrives at OPS to meet with the CO and CTO for the weapons testing::
OPS Ens Alenis says:
CEO: Honestly? I've been here for the past few hours. SOme dumb Ferengi Freighter decided to push back it's arrival date by a week. Not the best day.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Glacnes up as he hears the lift arrive, spots Doole and nods in greeting.::

CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: So rough all around ::She says sympathetically:: OPS: Nyira keeps some good stuff for me behind the bar, sounds like you need a shot..::She waves at Nyira to please bring two::
FCO Ens Doole says:
::nods back at the CTO::
CO Capt Bodine says:
Duty_OPS: Please inform all in system traffic that we will be performing live fire tests on station weapons platforms and to strictly adhere to traffic direction from station flight ops or risk hazard to their own ships.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::giggles:: CEO: I'd be happy to share a drink with you, my friend.
Adm Regnum says:
~~~ CO: Just so you know, it's about what you were saying the other day, I'd like to take you up on your offer and station myself here if the offer still stands. ~~~
CIV Nyira says:
::she just comes out from the back room when she sees Jade wave for two and sighs turning around to get another glass::
Duty OPS (OPS Ens Alenis) says:
CO: Roger that, Captain. ::Quickly sends out a few broadcasts:: CO: Coast should be clear
CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO/FCO: Thank you for coming in for a double shift.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
CO: Here to serve captain.
EO Lt Peterson (Adm Regnum) says:
exits the lift into Nyiras after taking a little nap, wanting to be fully rested before working the unusual Gamma shift, he still has some time before he is to go to the office, so he walks over to the bar to order a synthale::
FCO Ens Doole says:
CO: No problem
CO Capt Bodine says:
ALL: It's been a peaceful and productive year and the station has grown a great deal but I want to make sure all our critical systems remain in peak condition, even while we upgrade other components.
~~~ Adm: I am very pleased to hear you would like to stay. We will sort out the details if Command is okay with it and if we have the facilities to continue your work then I see no issues. ~~~
CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: Just hanging out here the last few hours? ::She asked as they waited for their drinks::
CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: So, how long will it take to tests all the station phasers?
CIV Nyira says:
::She comes out from the back room again carrying two shots and a pint glass she sees Tony at the bar an smiles at him felling a very familiar warmth in her belly she mentaly kicks herself knowing she won't be able to get the thoughts of having a nice tumble with Tony out of her head.::
CO Capt Bodine says:
FCO: I need you here Ensign because I need you to keep the ships around the station safe. Make sure they won't be flying into any of our target paths.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
CEO: Ya, I came in with Lt. Cadarn a few hours ago. My first time having bloodwine. Things went a little downhill from there.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: Oh? ::Eyebrow raised briefly::
OPS: Now you have to tell me, its in the rules.
EO Lt Peterson (Adm Regnum) says:
sees Nyira walk by and smiles at her before taking a seat at the bar::
CIV Nyira says:
::she heads to Jade's table:: OPS/CEO: here you are ladies.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
CO: To ensure safety for any vessels out there, I'd like to do the testing in quadrants, keeping the test quadrant clear of traffic, as for how long will all depend on how much calibration is needed on the arrays if any.
FCO Ens Doole says:
CO: Understood. CTO: Which weapons are we testing first?
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::Leans forward on her arms, notices Nyira::Nyira: Thanks, so I hear she's been hanging with our CTO...::takes the shots of the uber strong drink with no name, handing one to ops::
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::giggles for a minute:: CIV: Thank you!
FCO Ens Doole says:
CTO: Perhaps, where are we shooting first would be a better question?
OPS Ens Alenis says:
CEO: Well, we talked a little and when he left, I had a drink with Lorin and then the Klingon couple joined us. Are they in the Marines onboard? Anyway, they had me try some worm....thing.....
CO Capt Bodine says:
FCO: By the way got a letter from the EMH he really likes you seemed to like you ...
CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: Gah'gak? or whatever its called, don't trust that. Its live worms I can't figure out if they think its funny we try it or brave....maybe both...
Nyira: I think we need another drink after that...I don't eat anything not good and dead. And yes by the way they are marines on board, in the recruiting office.
CIV Nyira says:
CEO: yes they had a nice chat it looked like ::Smiles:: OPS: he is a tough one to get talking. Oh and after this one I'm restricting you to the kiddy stuff. You've had a lot to drink already.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Brings up an overview of the station breaking the area around the station into four quadrants and sends the data to the FCOs console.:: FCO: We'll start in the upper right quadrant, test firing all arrays that can see the test targets there. We'll need to clear traffic in these area's. ::Highlights the areas on the map, sending it as well.::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Nyira: I haven't ::looks innocently and sober::
CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: If you can make safe calibrations on the spot through the tactical software feel free but record all data and if there is any serious issues that need mechanical work we will submit orders to engineering but move on to another hard point until it can be worked on I would rather we not wait here all night to fix each one.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: But good on you for the Chief, bit excitable but a good guy.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
CO: Understood sir, shouldn't take more than a hour or two.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::starts giggling again:: CIV: Thank you. Can I get a.....oh what did the terrains call it....a coffee! Can I get one of those?
CEO: He seems a very nice guy. It was a good time
FCO Ens Doole says:
::raises an eyebrow in curiosity:: CO: I could venture to guess what it was about.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
OPS: If he messes with you let me know and I'll reprogram his comm unit to emit only the Ferengi rules of acquisition or something...
::grins
CIV Nyira says:
::laughs and punches Jade in the shoulder:: CEO: don't worry I’m not hindering you yet. OPS: sure thing I’ll also bring some more water you'll want to drink lots of water or you'll feel really bad tomorrow.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::takes the good natured hit.:: Nyira: Thanks. You're in a good mood today, how’s business?
::downs the shot and waits for it to burn down her throat::
CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: You have my consent to fire at will. But please send a copy of your fire solutions to my station at least 20 seconds before each discharge so I can override if I feel it's needed.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
FCO: Let me know when this first area is clear and everyone has been warned to stay clear. ::Turns to Henrick.:: TO Henrick: Deploy 3 target drones to quadrant one, you monitor those and I will handle the targeting and firing.
CO Capt Bodine says:
FCO: Please let us know if there are any traffic concerns.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
CO: Yes sir, will be ready to go once we have confirmation of the area clear. ::Moves to the main tactical station and prepares firing solutions.::

CIV Nyira says:
::shrugs:: CEO: Business is great as always but ::she looks over at the bar where Tony is sitting:: There are other things i'd like to be doing right now. You want some Ratamba Stew with your drink?
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::laughs out loud and smiles at Jade:: CEO: I'll keep that in mind
FCO Ens Doole says:
CO: Yes sir. ::sends out the traffic reroute signals and starts to clear the area above Section 27
<<Sector>>
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::Her eyes follow where Nyira;s are looking.::Nyira: Yeah ::She says absently, looking at Tony then back at Nyira as puzzle pieces click into place:: Nyira: Do I need to punch him?
OPS Ens Alenis says:
CEO/CIV: Wait, we're punching people? Who? Let me at 'em!
CO Capt Bodine says:
::moves to take over Science and releases the first high density probe designed to read paer impacts and mostly shug off the energy without damage:: CTO: Okay first probe away. I hope these things are as tough as they say.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Alenis: I'm not sure yet but I think we may need to punch Peterson, I'm still deciding...
CIV Nyira says:
::rolls her eyes:: CEO: I've never needed a big sister to fight my battles and besides I don't want him bruised it hinders the fun we have. ::winks::
FCO Ens Doole says:
CO: Sector 27 clear of traffic. Fire when ready.
CO Capt Bodine says:
::nods to the CTO::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Nyria: Right of course, excuse me a minute... ::Stands up marches over to Peterson and stands next to him::
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
CO: I will keep phaser power to below 10%, don't need full power to test their accuracy, and safer that way. ::Hears Doole.:: CO/FCO: Prepping firing solution now. ::Makes a few adjustments to his targeting and fires.::
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::Watches Jade get up and tries to follow before deciding that the station is spinning a little too much for this activity::
CIV Nyira says:
OPS: I swear if she breaks him she owns me a new play mate.
EO Lt Peterson (Adm Regnum) says:
turns as the CEO approaches:: CEO: Hello Lieutenant, ready for your space walk in a few hours?
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Peterson: You got one chance to convince me you're not a low life taking advantage of a dear friend or I will lay you out. ::Her voice was very series, did he know what she'd been through? If he was playing she'd kill him::
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Watches the sensors as he begins firing at the target dummy, switching from array to array.::
EO Lt Peterson (Adm Regnum) says:
wonders what the CEO is talking about:: CEO: Low life? What are you talking about? What did I do?
CO Capt Bodine says:
::reads the data from the probe::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Peterson: Nyira.
::Jaw tightened briefly as she realized how she answered but said nothing further.::
CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: Impact registed at expected intensity. Anything anomalous in the output registers on the stations end?
CIV Nyira says:
OPS: i'll be back you need that water and coffee and i need to go save Tony before he is mincemeat.
EO Lt Peterson (Adm Regnum) says:
blushes:: CEO: Believe me, I'm not taking advantage of anyone, she is fully in control... pretty much always.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
CIV: You know. I think it might be time for me to head out. The station is starting to spin when I walk.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
CO: Phaser array 6 is off by 2%, going to readjust targetting scanners and attempt again. ::Makes a few adjustment and fires again.::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Peterson: Do you know what she's been through? If you are toying with her in any way I know people who can make you disappear at a molecular level. ::Very serious::q
::pokes him in the chest::
CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: That looked better. Fire off one more just to be sure, and if we are good lets move on.
EO Lt Peterson (Adm Regnum) says:
CEO: She keeps pretty quiet about her past, but I am not toying with her at all. She initiated our fun, and has made her intentions quite clear and I respect her wishes, I'd thank you to respect them too.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::Starts to stand up and move towards the entrance, more dodging into the tables than away from them::
CIV Nyira says:
::heads to the bar and steps up to hear what Jade is saying:: CEO: I'd go back to your table and help your ops friend before she falls on her face and before I show you how capable i am.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Nods, firing again to checks the readings.:: CO: Looks good, ready to move to the next section, ::Glances at the FCO:: FCO: Shifting to quadrant 2.
FCO Ens Doole says:
::shifts traffic patterns::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::Glances at Nyira then at Alenis, mutters a curse::Nyira: What I can't worry about you? ::Glares at Peterson as if its his fault
::goes to Alenis and gently moves her to a chair::Alenis: Please stay here a moment then I'll walk you back to your quarters...

CO Capt Bodine says:
::waits on the FCO to move traffic again as he prepares a second probe:: CTO: I think we will need about 4 of these probes, we could use just one and move it around but I want the outer hulls to have time to cool.
FCO Ens Doole says:
CO: Quadrent 2 clear. On your mark.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::Looks at Jade:: CEO: You sure? I can still make it. It's just not a straight path. ::Giggles again while leaning on Jade::
CEO LtJg Takor says:
<edit out last>
Adm Regnum says:
CEO: What Nyira and I do together are our business, but I assure you, I would never do anything to hurt her.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
<edit last to below Alenis last>
CIV Nyira says:
::looks daggers at Jade:: CEO: I know you mean well but right now you should worry about her.
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Nods.:: CO: Good call, might have use for them again, if we need to try again, ::taps a few buttons.:: Ready to fire once next one is in position.
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Nyria: Yes I know, I'm fully aware of my responsibilities...::Glares at Peterson then turns and goes back to Alenis::
OPS Ens Alenis says:
CIV/CEO: I'm fine......I think ::Stumbles towards teh entrance ina fairly not straight line::
Adm Regnum says:
<<edit, last was EO_Lt_Peterson, not regnum>>
CEO LtJg Takor says:
::mutters to self, "That's all I have responsibilities, excuse me if I'm protective.." ::mutters until she gets close to Alenis then smiles::
Alenis: Let's go ::She says gently and careful helps Alenis stand up..:

EO Lt Peterson says:
::frowns:: Self: and I thought we were friends...
CO Capt Bodine says:
::places the second probe in position:: CTO: Ready.
OPS Ens Alenis says:
::Looks at Jade while being gently helped away:: CEO: You know, your eyes are almost as pretty as waterfall. Except brown. And spinning instead of falling
CEO: At least, I think they're brown.... ::stops and looks at Jade's face in the middle of the promenade::
CIV Nyira says:
::turns:: EO: Tony I'm sorry about that. Please sit and have a drink on me. ::looks around at all the other patrons staring at her and sighs:: All: a round of drinks on the house for everyone. ::she looks at Trish and Caleb both look at her worried not having seen her look like she could kill::
CTO LtJG Cadarn says:
::Targets the new probe and fires, rotating through the arrays on that side of the station.::
EO Lt Peterson says:
CIV: She wasn't right to be mad at me was she?
TO CPO McGregor (CTO LtJG Cadarn) says:
Spots two officers stopped in the middle of the promenade, one obviously unsteady, he approaches.:: CEO: Everything ok here Lt?
CEO LtJg Takor says:
Alenis: You are really drunk... ::amused at her friend continues to help her to her quarters. Beginning to wonder if she over reacted::
McGregor: Fine Chief Petty Officer just taking My friend here back to her quarters to sleep it off...

CIV Nyira says:
EO: No she wasn't she doesn't know the situation nor does she have a right to. I will make sure she is aware that friendship only goes so far. ::she leans to give him a kiss on the cheek:: I will make it right don't worry.
EO Lt Peterson says:
CIV: I've always liked Lieutenant Takor, I don't like the idea of her hating me.
CIV: But I'd absolutely hate if I hurt you
TO CPO McGregor (CTO LtJG Cadarn) says:
CEO: Very good, need any assistance?
CEO LtJg Takor says:
McGregor: No thank you Chief I've got it ::Thinks to self, "Move along Constable..."::
EO Lt Peterson says:
PAUSE
Time Lapse: 5 Hours