Star Trek: A Call To Duty
USS Cherokee NCC 61333 SD 10408.29

Produced by Trish Yarborough

Starring
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent D. Worthington III
Scott Dorsey as CSO Kevin Nash
Dawn Freeman as aOPS Dawn Tiernen
Mark Haslam as Gul Devar
Tim Schols as CEO Dylan Cedric Pandora
Eric Woo as EO Wilson-Illianor
Linda Baus as  CNS T’Lin

Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10408.29 Doppelganger Part 20

Host SM-Trish says:
The Cherokee has followed Gul Devar's ship to an asteroid field, when it suddenly drops out of warp as the Cherokee flies past.  What is going to happen now?

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On the view screen, Devar's ship is behind them, the Cherokee 2 in front of them, and what looks like several patched together ships of indeterminate make surrounding them.  Will the Cherokee 1 survive?

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge.::  All: Let's get out of here, all about, find a hole and let's break out.  See if they can keep up in pursuit.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::On the Bridge, at OPS.::

EO_Ilianor says:
::On the bridge, sitting at the engineering console, observing scans of the Galor and the second Cherokee.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::On his way to the bridge, wondering what's going on.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Sitting in her chair.::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Sitting in main engineering, his chin resting on his hands, facing the warp core, wondering what the next hour will bring.::

CSO_Nash says:
::Looks on as we shed our escort and fly headlong at our nemesis.:: CO: Sir, I'm with you on that. Looks like a trap.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The Cherokee 1 is surrounded. The Gul fires a round of torpedoes, knocking out one nacelle, and shield power drops to 40%.  Gul Devar hails the Cherokee.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Aye, it's felt like one for awhile, but I didn't see much choice.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Exits the TL onto the bridge amidst mass confusion.:: CO: What's going on, sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: See if you can find the thin point in their lines, cut down the ships between us and the open race for the border.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Medical personnel begin to work feverishly on the entire ship.  Injuries are numerous.  The CNS flies forward, landing on the back of aOPS.

Gul_Devar says:
#COM: USS Cherokee: Oh, Captain?  Might I have a word with you. ::His voice is both menacing and jovial.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Gul Devar has apparently led us into a trap.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Clutches his console, as they're hit again.:: CO: Sir, Shields down to 40%.  We won't be able to handle both ships at once.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Aye sir.  Shields at 40% and warp drive is out.  Aye, sir. ::Scans for a break in the lines that can be negotiated at sub-light speed.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Well, at least it wasn't unexpected.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Picks herself off the floor.:: aOPS: You okay, ma'am?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Warp is out?  There goes that idea.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The board in engineering goes bonkers.  The CEO has a Christmas tree on his hands with the various blinking red and green lights.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Captain, what about that virus?  Can we make it work to our advantage, do you think?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: This is Ayidee, you cowardly snake.  What is it you want?

CEO_Pandora says:
::Feels the ships rock heavily.::  All: What the ..! ::Quickly turns his head to the MSD, seeing the damage done by the attack.::  *Repair team gamma-2*: Engineering to repair team gamma two, report to the port warp nacelle and begin emergency repairs, on the double!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS/CSO: See if you can figure out a way to use it.

Host XO_Worthington says:
TO: Prepare to fire everything we have at the Cardassian vessel.

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: Oh, sticks and stones Captain.  Consider this due and fair justice for the crimes against my family that you committed.  I have waited long and have suffered much due to you, Ayidee!

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Aye sir. CNS: What's your idea?

CEO_Pandora says:
::Gets up from his seat, trying to bring a little order to the mass chaos in engineering, where everyone is walking into each other all the time.:: All: Alright, everyone, listen up here! You know where I assigned you.  Make sure you get the repairs going.  We have a lot more to endure, I think.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  All weapons systems go down on the Cherokee 1.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Walks over to the CSO::  CSO: What do you think?  Can we give them a taste of what they gave us?  Can't we send the virus through a message to them or something?  I don't know?  You have any ideas?

Host XO_Worthington says:
<TO> XO: I can't, sir.  All weapons are offline.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: What is this about?  I never even heard of you before today.  What?  Did my unit show you the meaning of efficiency during the war or something?

EO_Ilianor says:
::Reads the status report and orders log on his console.:: CO: Repair teams have been sent to work on the damaged nacelle, being of utmost priority, as well as other systems.  And we have just lost all weapons!  Attempting to bypass the damage and feed more power, sir, but it doesn't look good.

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: But where are my manners.  Allow me to introduce the Captain of the Rakasha, or the Cherokee that you have grown to know and hate - Gul Benedict!

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CEO*: Pandora, what is going on down there. We need weapons and power to shields!

CEO_Pandora says:
*Bridge*: Pandora to bridge!  We're losing systems faster than we can dispatch teams here! Weapons, shields, warp power; all offline.  Honestly, our systems display looks just like the Christmas tree my parents always had! 

CSO_Nash says:
CNS: I tried that on the systems that it was sent through, and It had no effect.  We could try it using our com system as I have the filter running.  No chance of re-infecting us, but hopefully it will work on them.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: We've met.  Good to see you backstabbers like to stick together.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CSO: Well I think it is worth a shot.

Host Gul-Benedict says:
$COM: CO: Well Ayidee, it seems we meet again.  ::Pulls at his new Cardassian uniform.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CEO*: Get those systems back online or we are all dead.  Understood?

EO_Ilianor says:
*CEO*: Sir, I'm attempting to bypass the damaged sections to the weapons array and shields.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: See what you can find on Devar.  Cross reference his service record during the war with mine.  I need to know what he's blaming me for.

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: At first, I was simply planning on using a few well armed cargo carriers, like the one’s you see before you.  But when the battle for Cardassia took place, I managed to scrounge enough parts to build the Rakasha, a perfect duplicate of your New Orleans class vessel.  It was Gul Benedict who informed me of you, Ayidee!

Host Gul-Benedict says:
ACTION:  The Cherokee 2 fires taking out the deflector dish.

CSO_Nash says:
CNS: Let's do it.  ::Moves over to aOPS and whispers to her.:: aOPS: Send out the message on all channels to SFC.  Use the one with the virus.  Hopefully they will intercept.

CEO_Pandora says:
*XO*: I'm already on it sir!  Pandora out!  ::Shakes head vigorously.::  All: Jones!  Focus on shields and weapons.  Martins!  What's the status on the impulse drive!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: Informed you of me?  What drivel did that backstabber feed you?

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: Once I was able to figure out who it was that had destroyed my plans for my slave labor camps, I knew the perfect opportunity had arrived to both usher in a new day for the Cardassian Empire.  And to see you destroyed Ayidee, all in all, I am having a pretty good day!

EO_Ilianor says:
CO: Captain, maybe in order to conserve power, we should shut off unnecessary systems, and move everybody to the upper decks. We can't afford to waste any power.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::whispers:: CO: Good sir. Just keep them talking.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CSO: How will we know if the package has been delivered?

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::Does as asked and does a full research on Gul Devar.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: The second we get warp back, let's book out of here.

CSO_Nash says:
CNS: If it happened the way it did to us, trust me, you'll know.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CSO: And do you think we should try sending it on a secured channel?  That way they'll be sure to want to intercept it.

Host Gul-Benedict says:
::Begins to laugh at the Cherokee's predicament, and fires another shot aimed directly at the bridge.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: Ah, so it's about the Huron's mission to that slave camp a few years ago?  Still, I was only a part of that.

CEO_Pandora says:
<Martins> CEO: Quarter impulse only, sir!  And we're experiencing some minor problems with the reactor cooling.  We have a team on them now.  RCS thrusters are operational, but not powerful enough to get us anywhere far.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Without our deflector it's gonna be almost impossible, unless...

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: It was you that destroyed the leadership of my supplier for slaves.  It was you that was to be held accountable.  Even now you try to defy me with you pathetic attempts at jamming us.  Gul Benedict, prepare to coordinate fire.  It is time to say goodbye to our friends.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: Do what you can.  Shut down whatever you need.

CSO_Nash says:
CNS: With the jamming, they are going to get it.  Everything is going through their system.

CNS_T`Lin says:
XO/CO: What about the asteroids?  Can we use that to our benefit somehow?

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: Any last words, slave fodder?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: Destroyed what leadership?  What are you talking about?

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CEO*: I hate to bother you but if we don't have warp drive in 30 seconds we are all dead.

CEO_Pandora says:
<Jones> CEO: Chief, weapons systems and shield generators are damaged. Weapons offline, shields are iffy.  We have teams on them as we speak.

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: Galmod's son, you fool.  He was my supplier.  Do not play dumb with me CAT!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: Do it.

EO_Ilianor says:
*CEO*: We have to shut down everything, sir.  I've been given permission to shut down what we need. *All Hands*: Evacuate the lower decks, all crew are to head straight for Deck 10 and above.

Host Gul-Benedict says:
$COM: Devar:  At your pleasure, I believe I have done some damage.  Can't we play with them a little longer?

CEO_Pandora says:
*XO*: Thirty?  If you'd say 30 minutes, it would be touch and go, but thirty seconds!  ::Shakes head in disbelief again.::  Self: Honestly, some people think I can work miracles.

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Benedict: Fine.  Have some sport.  It’s not like anyone will be able to help them now.  ::Laughs maniacally.::

Host Gul-Benedict says:
ACTION:  The Cherokee comes around to make another run at the Cherokee 1.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Laughs.::  COM: Devar: What kind of an idiot are you?  This is about that scum bag?  He was nothing to anyone except his worthless father!  What do you care about some pirate scum like that?

CSO_Nash says:
::Scans the area of the C2 and Devar's ship looking for anything that might be useful in preventing our destruction.::

EO_Ilianor says:
::Shuts down all the unnecessary systems and shuts down the lowest decks as they are evacuated.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Did he say that we were jamming him, Captain?

Host Gul_Devar says:
#COM: Ayidee: I care that I was on the fast track to becoming a senator of the Union before losing my slave labor.  And thanks to you, I have spent too long as a mere Gul.  Time to die Captain.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: I believe he did, why would he think that?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I have one last ace up my sleeve, sir.  It may buy us a few minutes.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: I'll take whatever I can get.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: I do not know.  Is it possible our Romulan friends are here cloaked?

CSO_Nash says:
CO/CNS: Negative effect from the virus.  It is simply meant for the one who sent it to us, and that was LoDuca's system signature.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I have shuttle teams standing by to pound these losers.  If we can punch a small hold in their shields, we can beam in attack parties.  They are standing by as we speak.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Sighs.:: CSO: It was worth a shot.  Self: Why would he think we were jamming him?

Host Gul_Devar says:    
#COM: CO: You stupid fools.  Your desire to see that maniac pay for his crimes was what made it so easy for me to bring you here.  His involvement was minimal, but your paranoia was too much fun not to take advantage of.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Looks up from his console.:: XO: All lower decks are evacuated and shut down.  Diverting available power to the weapons array.  ::Watches as the damaged components are bypassed slowly, and prays that the weapons come back online.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: Oh, so it's my fault you're incompetent?   Hire idiots, and that's what you get.

Host Gul-Benedict says:
ACTION:  Green lights begin to light up on the weapons console.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Do it.  CNS: If so, they might want to show their hands.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Glances around main engineering that's slowly settling back into a more routine buzz.:: Jones: All right, Jones.  Weapons status, please?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Well now would be a good time, Sir.

Host XO_Worthington says:
*SEC*: Shuttle teams, go!  aOPS: Open the shuttle bay doors.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods grimly.::  CNS: Aye.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  A Romulan ship uncloaks and comes screaming into the fray.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::Nods as she opens the shuttle bay doors.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: You want a piece of me?  Come and get it, loser.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
%COM: CO:  This is Admiral Alexander.  May I be of some assistance?  ::Watching as the Warbird begins to fire on the Cherokee 2.::

CEO_Pandora says:
<Jones> CEO: Weapons coming up online as we speak.  Power has been routed through the holodeck circuits.

Host Gul_Devar says:
::His eyes enlarge as the Warbird comes into sight.::  Crew of Galor: Target that Warbird and fire.  Where did that COME FROM?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: I hope that is good news.

EO_Ilianor says:
CO: Sir, we have weapons.  ::Looks up, with a slight smile.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: I killed your lackey.  I'll do the same to you!  ::Doesn't notice the claws extending as I speak.::

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::Smiles at Devar's face when he sees the Romulan Warbird appear.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Fire!  Hit 'em hard and don't let up!

CSO_Nash says:
::Targets the nearest ship with targeting sensors and notices a clear lock as the source of the jamming is revealed.::

aOPS_Tiernan says:
COM:  Adm:  Glad to see you.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Shuttles are go. They should be deploying their cargo.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The Cherokee 1 shuttles zoom out of the flight bays, going into the fight, taking out unexpected ships in front.

CEO_Pandora says:
Jones: Excellent!  Make sure it will have a large enough, and constant supply for at least 15 minutes!  Also, take a look at those shields.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CO: Admiral Alexander is on that Romulan ship and she is hailing us.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Have the shuttles go after the makeshifts.  They are rather unstable structurally.  Can dish it out, but can't take it.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: Excellent, send her our thanks.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Targeting sensors are reporting strong locks on the Galor and the C2.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CO: I will.  ::Smiles::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Aye. *SEC*: Alpha team, board those makeshifts and bring them down.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
COM: Admiral: The Captain sends his thanks for coming to our aid.

Host Gul_Devar says:
::Several of the cobbled together ships begin to move forward, firing on the Romulan Warbird.  The Galor keeps a safe distance from it.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
<SEC_Alpha> *XO*: You got it sir.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Keeping a very close eye on the weapons array, as the attacks are clearly placing a drain on power reserves.::

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Devar is not joining in on the attack on the Warbird.  Shall we encourage him?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The Warbird escapes the firing of Gul Devar’s weapons, but in a sudden bright flash, the Cherokee 2 is destroyed!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Why would he hold the Galor back?  It's his strongest ship, and without it his strength is cut substantially.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO/XO: Aye, let's teach him to take responsibility for his actions.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Because he knows he lost this fight.  He will make a run for it.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Captain, the Cherokee2.  It's been destroyed.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Slams his fist on his console as he sees the destruction of the second Cherokee on his monitors.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
%COM: CO: Sorry, I had to have the pleasure of ridding ourselves of that imposter.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Glances at the battery system's power status, and sees it's still well in the green::  Self: That should do for at least a while.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: Can we keep up with him if he goes to warp yet?

EO_Ilianor says:
CO: Standby, sir. *CEO*: Sir, what's the status on the port nacelle repairs?

Host Gul_Devar says:
::Curses as he watches his hard work begin to evaporate, making his orders as the Galor ship turns tail and runs, leaving the frail cargo raiders to the mercy of the Cherokee and Warbird.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<TO> *CO*:  Sir, I have a casualty to report.  ::Gulps::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*TO*: Report, what is it?

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Sir, perhaps he will run to a position of strength.  Should we send the Admiral the coordinates of the outpost he told us about?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Security reports they are bringing down the makeshifts.  It's only a matter of time.

CEO_Pandora says:
*EO*: We're looking at substantial damage here, I estimate about two hours.  Maybe longer, maybe shorter.  Warp power is unavailable until further notice.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Aye, let's hope it wasn't a fake report.

EO_Ilianor says:
*CEO*: Understood, sir.  ::Shakes his head as he looks at the CO.::  CO: Warp power is still unavailable.  The port nacelle was heavily damaged during the attack.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<TO> ::Holding D'Amato's head as he breathes his last breath.::  *CO*:  Sir, the MCPO locked himself in the room as Phaser Coolant was leaking in, making sure weapons got on line and sacrificing himself.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
COM: ADM:  Again, thank you.

Host MCPO_Damato says:
::Coughs.::  *CO*: Sorry, sir.  We ... needed phasers more ... than we needed ... ::Coughs:: … than we needed this old dog.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*TO*: He did what?  Understood and acknowledged.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Gets a sick feeling in her stomach, remembering the last time she spoke with him.  Sits down in her chair, her face in her hands.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The Cherokee crew watch helplessly as the Gul's ship warps out, while the Admiral and Cmdr. Raal, along with the Cherokee shuttles mop up what is left of the enemies.

Host MCPO_Damato says:
*CO*: Sir, ... if the CNS … ::Cough.:: … is there ... tell her ... I'm sorry.  She was right.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Overhears the com.::  *MCPO*: Your boys did you proud today Chief. I thought you would want to know that.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*MCPO*: Chief, I don't know what to say, your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

MCPO_Damato says:
*CO*: Its been … ::Coughs heavily.:: … an honor ... and a privilege, sir.  ::Takes one more ragged breath and stares off, going limp in the young officer's arms.::

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Devar has warped out.  Trying to project the most likely course.  ::Begins LRS to trace the warp signature until it is out of range.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
%COM: CO:  Captain, we should finish up here shortly.  Permission to beam to the bridge.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Holds her face in her hands hearing his last words, a tear runs down her cheek.::

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CO:  Admiral requesting permission to beam to the Bridge.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Adm: Granted ma'am.  Permission granted.

EO_Ilianor says:
Self: The cycle is complete now.  Blood for blood.  ::Shakes his head, and brings his hand to his heart.::  CO: Full damage control effort underway, sir.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The Admiral transports to the bridge.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: Understood, keep us informed of progress.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: D'Amato was a good one. We probably lost a lot of good ones today.

CSO_Nash says:
::Hears Damato's last words and knows that Hazzard will be hopping mad at losing one of his best officers and how I will also miss his verbal jousts.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Turns as the Admiral beams in.::  XO: Aye, too many, especially for what it was about.

Host XO_Worthington says:
TO: I want casualty reports the moment our attack teams return, understood!

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO: Captain, looks like we got what we came for today, at the expense of many lives.  ::Stops and tries to swallow the lump in her throat, not managing to keep the tears out of her eyes.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Welcome aboard, ma'am.  You have our sincerest thanks for your timely assistance.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Glances around main engineering as one of the teams comes back in to re-supply, suddenly almost doubling the crowd inside the big room.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<TO> *XO*: Aye Sir.  We are working with medical now.

CSO_Nash says:
::Salutes as she beams in.:: ALL: Admiral on deck.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Nods her thanks to the CSO.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Stands up at attention, and wipes her eyes.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: No, we didn't get what we came for.  Benedict and the copy were just pawns.  Still, all things considered, it could have been far worse.  ::Finally relaxes the claws as Devar moves out of range.::

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::Stands and salutes the Admiral.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
XO:  So, did I detect your hand in the shuttles helping us out, Trent?  ::Smiling warmly at him.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO: Was he behind this, or was LoDuca involved as we once thought?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Nods at OPS.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
Adm: We have the best Tactical department in the entire fleet. They proved that again today Admiral.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Not sure what part LoDuca played, but Devar seems to have been behind this.  Some sort of revenge it seems.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
XO:  You will get no argument from me on that score.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::Relaxes and goes back to her duties.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO: Needless to say, I need all your reports done by the time you reach SB 33.  Oh, and I do have some good news for you.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Walks up to the Admiral and Captain.::  Adm: Excuse me for interrupting, Admiral, but you wouldn't by chance know how Hazzard is doing, would you?  I really need to speak with him.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Yes ma'am, of course ma'am.  What news?

CSO_Nash says:
CO/ADM: Devar did reveal that he used our conflict with LoDuca as a means to his end.  It seems that he knew something about it.  Kind of like a prop to prod us here.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  It was the Hawk that was jamming you.  We couldn't let Devar get any messages out.   We had to find out who was at the bottom of all this.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Not aware of what is going on outside the ship, he looks over at the weapon status:: *CO*: Engineering to Captain Ayidee.  Could we have a quick situation report, sir?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CNS: Just a moment my dear.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Waits patiently, hoping she did not offend anyone by the interruption.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO: I look forward to your report, Kevin.  I need all the details you garnered in this mess.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods.::  Adm: Understood, might have been good to know that in advance, but I understand.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Captain, I have a request of you.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CEO*: Situation is under control, hostile vessels have been pushed back.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Captain, I would have given my right arm, but you do understand; we couldn't give our position away.  LoDuca was used to draw us off, and we wanted whoever was involved to believe just that.

CSO_Nash says:
ADM: Aye.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Go ahead, Commander.

CEO_Pandora says:
*CO*: Understood, revoking main engineering shutdown.  Engineering out.  ::Presses a few commands and inserts his access codes to release the lock-down.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Now for the REALLY good news. ::Waits until the XO has finished his request to the CO.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Go to Engineering and tell those boys what a heck of a job they have done. They could really use the boost.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Watches, his eyes darting from person to person as they discuss the aftermath.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods.::  XO: Good suggestion, as soon as the Admiral is finished.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Thank you, sir.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO:  Kevin, I have orders from your wife.  If you do not hurry, she will have the twins without you; then you are going to really be in the doghouse!  ::Grinning at him.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
~~~EO: You doing okay, Adahn?~~~

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CNS:  And you my dear, Hazzard has come out of the coma, and is doing well.  He waits for your return with pleasure.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Gets a smile on her face.::  Adm: Thank you.  Thank you very much.

Host XO_Worthington says:
Adm: We will get him there as fast as we can.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Captain, I understand that EO Wilson was a big help to you.  I believe we honor those that help us correct?

CSO_Nash says:
::Looks to the Admiral.:: Adm: Any chance of a request for expedited travel back to the Base? ::Looks hopefully.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Hands a message to the CNS from the CTO.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Aye, ma'am.  His performance was outstanding.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Sighs::  ~~~CNS: I'm just glad it's over now.  As far as it can go, anyways.  I'll always have questions, but at least we can move on from here; and so can you.~~~  ::Smiles, as he looks up suspiciously upon hearing his name, raising an eyebrow, as he looks at the ADM and then the CO.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Takes the message.::  Adm: Thank you, ma'am.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  And I believe we have others as well?  ::Her eyes shining brightly::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Lets himself sink back into the chair, closing his eyes in contemplation.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Excuses herself and returns to her chair to read the message.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Well, after the twins are born, we can hope that there are no more kids coming for a while.  We need all are bridge crew intact.  ::Flashes a smile.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Hands the CO a PADD.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Takes the PADD, glancing over it.::  Adm: Very good, ma'am.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Aye, sir. But never can tell with this crew.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Opening the message, she is totally oblivious to everything around her.::

CSO_Nash says:
::Grins at the XO.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: Ensign Illianor, front and center, please.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Hmm, can Caits get pregnant? I better not ask.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  A Starfleet repair ship pulls into view and docks beside the Cherokee.

EO_Ilianor says:
CO: Aye, sir.  ::Walks to the front, his hands dropped to his sides.:: CO: Captain.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: I suggest you don't sir.  ::Chuckles quietly.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Looks up from her seat, suddenly aware Adahn has been called front and center by the Captain.::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Opens his eyes as he hears someone mention the word 'repair ship'::  Jones: Mister Jones, go and see where our friends from Starfleet engineering are docking, and see to it that they know where to go, … ::smiles:: … not that I doubt they know it.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: Ensign, for your superb performance of duty, both over your career and especially for the last few weeks, I hereby promote you to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade, with all the privileges and responsibilities that go with it.  Congratulations, Lieutenant.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Leans over and whispers to the XO::  XO:  We have a repair ship ready to help.  Give them permission to board please.

EO_Ilianor says:
::Looks down and nods, with an uncharacteristic smile on his face:: CO: Thank you, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: No need for thanks.  You've earned it.

CSO_Nash says:
::Applauds.:: EO: Congrats. :: Smiles at him.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
EO:  Congratulations Mr. Wilson.  We could not have done this without your help and belief in the Cherokee and her crew.  ::Glancing over at the CNS.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
Adm: Yes ma'am. COM: Repair Ship: Permission to dock is granted. *CEO*: Coordinate with the repair teams please and good work.

CEO_Pandora says:
<Jones> ::Gets up from his station:: CEO: On my way chief.  ::Smiles, as he heads for the exit.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Claps her hands.::  ~~~EO: Nice job, Adahn.~~~

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Lieutenant, front and center please.

EO_Ilianor says:
~~~CNS: Thanks, T'Lin.  Hmm, I think it's your turn now...~~~  ::He meanders back to his console.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Places the message PADD on her seat, and walks over to the Captain, standing, at attention.::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Sighs, before answering the comm.::  *XO*: Thank you, sir.  I have one of my deputies on it right now.  Anything else you need from us?

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CEO*: Yes, warp power. Worthington out.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: For your service and outstanding handling of the added responsibilities of the Counseling department, it is my honor to promote you to the rank of full Lieutenant, with all the privileges and responsibilities connected with that.  Congratulations, Counselor.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CNS:  Well deserved, Counselor.  Congratulations.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Thank you, Captain.  ::Smiles and grins from ear to ear.::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Chuckles at the XO's request, knowing his crews are already on it.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
Adm.: Thank you, Admiral.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Congrats.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Applauds.:: Congratulations Lt. T'Lin.

CNS_T`Lin says:
XO/CSO: Thanks.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
~~~CNS: He truly is fine my dear.  I am sure he will recover faster when you arrive.~~~

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::Applauds::

CNS_T`Lin says:
~~~Adm: Thank you, Admiral.  You have no idea how worried I have been about him.  I do not believe you are aware, but Mark is going to be a daddy.  He does not know it yet.~~~

EO_Ilianor says:
::Claps politely::   ~~~CNS: Congratulations, T'Lin...~~~ ::Grins.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
~~~CNS:  Congratulations again.  Perhaps you might have smelling salts ready when you tell him.~~~ ::Then chuckles to herself.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: If you don't mind, I'm going to check on the crew and give them my thanks in person.  XO: You have the Bridge Commander.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Aye, sir.

CNS_T`Lin says:
~~~EO: Thank you, Adahn.  You too.  Now we can get back to the people we care about.~~~  ~~~Adm.: I thought I was going to need them when I found out.~~~

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Certainly, and if someone will escort me to my quarters, I will let you all get back to doing what you do best.

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