Star Trek: A Call To Duty
USS Cherokee NCC 61333 SD 10411.07

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 OPS Kyleigh Nash
Mark Haslam as CTO Mark Hazzard 
Eric Woo as CEO Wilson-Illianor and EO McGillicuddy
Linda Baus as CNS T’Lin 
Trish Yarborough as CMO Starr and Admiral Alexander

Special Guest
James Homuth as Diggs

Absent
Tim Schols as CMO Ferdinant 

Host Adm-Alexander says:
USS Cherokee 10411.07 Getting to know you  Part 7

Host Adm-Alexander says:
The crew have been treated to a nice dinner by the Admiral.  Everyone had gotten a good night's rest and another day has begun.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
What information will the crew discover today?  Is Diggs a liar?  Is he being truthful?  We shall find out.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Entering Security Office.::  *All*:  I need the Senior Staff to report to the Security Briefing room as soon as possible.  We need to collect our thoughts and regroup.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Hears the announcement and wonders what is up with her crew.::

CSO_Nash says:
::In the Infirmary with OPS waiting for the Doctor to clear her.::

OPS_Nash says:
::In the Infirmary.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Sees the Captain enter.::  CO:  Sir, nothing much to report.  I will follow you to the briefing room.

CTO_Hazzard says:
*CO*:  On my way, Sir.  ::Stops as he walks with T'Lin, putting a gentle hand on her shoulder to stop her as well.::  CNS:  T'Lin, hon.  There's something I need to tell you.  It's been bothering me since last night.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Hears the comm and gets ready to exit her quarters, fixing her uniform.::  CTO:  Is something wrong?

Host CMO Starr says:
::Walks into Kyleigh's room.::  OPS:  Well young lady, I believe we can send you back to light duty.  Now get out of here before I change my mind!  AND no running after the bad guys, you hear me?  ::Grinning.::

CSO_Nash says:
::Hears the Comm and sees the Doctor sign off that OPS can return to duty.::  OPS:  That call came at just about the right time.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO:  We just need to get everyone on the same page.  We've been pulling ourselves apart, each of us trying to do everything themselves instead of working together.  That's not the key to our success.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Runs about in Main Engineering, monitoring the master display console.::  All:  Okay, don't make me pull out my whip!  And yes, I DO HAVE ONE!

OPS_Nash says:
CMO Starr:  I'm not making any promises but I'll try.  ::Then nods to the CSO to get her out of there.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CNS:  About the argument with my parents.  I didn't want to say anything last night because I really didn't want you to be worried about my Pa and Ma.  Pa, he has issues .. with Vulcans.  He's gettin' help for it, but that was what we were arguing about.  I had to tell you.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO:  Should I be a part of this, Sir? Wouldn't that be a breach if I was a suspect?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CTO:  He does not like me, does he?

CSO_Nash says:
OPS:  Shall we then?  ::Leaves with OPS and heads to the SEC Office.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO:  It would be if you were a suspect, but you were framed.  And no.  That's not just an opinion; it's a proven fact.

OPS_Nash says:
::Goes with the CSO.::

CSO_Nash says:
*CO*:  CSO and OPS on our way.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CNS:  He's not thrilled that your part Vulcan, but you saved Ma's life.  That earned you major cred with him.  Plus the fact that I told him how I felt about you, I think he'd be willing to accept that he was a blockhead if you two talked.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO:  I suppose some may disagree with you.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO:  Those some don't know Diana Smith, and haven't seen what Captain Lyon found.  He traced the contact Diggs had with Smith, and there's no evidence tracing it to you.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Continues to walk with the CTO to the briefing room.::  CTO:  He knows we are getting married, and that I am pregnant, does he not?

CTO_Hazzard says:
CNS:  I'm sorry that I didn't say this before.  I just, I was being my stupid overprotective self again.  Yes, he does, and after talking with him I think he's willing to grow up a little.  Especially when he actually gets to know you.

Pa_Hazzard says:
::Sees officers starting to come into the Office.::  CO:  Do I need to leave, Sir?

EO_McGillicuddy says:
::Sighs and brushes past the CEO as she walks toward the Impulse engine master control console.::  CEO:  We're working as fast as we can, Sir.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO:  I just wonder what they would gain by implicating me?

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Reaches the doors to the briefing room, allowing T'Lin to walk in first.::  CNS:  Ladies first.

CSO_Nash says:
::Enters the SEC Office.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
CTO:  I understand.  I will talk with him when we get a minute.  ::Enters the briefing room, and nods to the CTO.::  CTO: Thank you.

OPS_Nash says:
::Follows CSO in SEC.::

Pa_Hazzard says:
::Sees his son enter and lingers.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Pa:  Commander, I didn't realize you were here.  Was there something you needed?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Walking down the corridor, she sees the crew begin to assemble and thinks she will wait until everyone has arrived and sneak in the backdoor.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Waits with the rest of the crew for the briefing to start.::

Pa_Hazzard says:
CO:  Sir, I was just trying to stay out of the doctors' way, and I followed you up here to have a look at the investigation.  If you don't mind, I'd like to hang around a bit while Ma heals.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Nods to his father as he enters, unconsciously straightening his uniform under his scrutiny as he takes a seat beside him.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Glares at McGillicuddy.::  EO:  Do you have any idea how behind we are?  I'm going to head for the security office now.  When I get back I better see results, because I'm coming back with a whip.  You think I'm kidding?  ::Hurries off to the turbolift and heads for the security office.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Chuckles.::  Pa:  In other words, Ma's still ticked with us and you were tryin' to stay outta the line of fire, right?

Pa_Hazzard says:
::Nods to his son and sees his fiance and gives her a brief nod.::

Pa_Hazzard says:
CTO:  You know me, son.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Pa:  Certainly.  We're just taking a few minutes to recollect and regroup, as well as review what we've learned so far.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Takes a seat at the table.  Acknowledges Pa Hazzard's nod with a smile.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Grins and then turns to the Captain.::  CO:  Sir, about yesterday.  I've got my priorities straight now.  If you need me for the interrogation, I'm ready.

Pa_Hazzard says:
CO:  Great idea, Sir.  It seemed to hit all at once.

OPS_Nash says:
::Sits down.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Whispers to Kyleigh.::  OPS: How are you feeling?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO:  Understood, and we'll deal with how we proceed soon, as soon as Lieutenant Illianor arrives.

OPS_Nash says:
::Whispers::  CNS:  Tired and sore.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Looks over to OPS and gives her a reassuring grin.::  OPS:  I hope the guards I assigned haven't been to much of a bother.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Grumbles, as he thinks about where he's placed his whip, when the doors open and he rushes out towards the security office.::  All:  Sorry for being late.

CNS_T`Lin says:
OPS:  Probably will be for a little while.  Try a hot bath.

CSO_Nash says:
::Sits down with OPS.::  CO:  Sir, I understand that you have some information that I may need to take a look at.  Just wish I could have been here to assist Captain Lyon.

OPS_Nash says:
CTO:  When pushed, I can handle my own, Hazz.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All:  Okay, we'll try and make this quick and get everyone back into our respective jobs.

OPS_Nash says:
CNS:  I'll do that when the time is right.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Nods to the OPS in acknowledgement as he turns his gaze to the CO, paying attention.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Frowns, as he sees the XO in the office.::  CO:  What's he doing here?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Walks to a side door that enters the security room and slips in unnoticed.::

Pa_Hazzard says:
::Moves over next to the CTO and CNS.::  CTO:  That'a boy.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO:  This is a crew briefing, and until I hear otherwise, he's a member of this team, Lieutenant.

Pa_Hazzard says:
::Sits next to them.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Grunts, and crosses his arms.::  CO: .. Yes, Sir.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Captain, if I may speak ?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Resists the urge to say anything and just listens to the Captain.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO:  In a minute, if there's still a need when I'm done.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All:  Now, this meeting has two purposes.  First and foremost, we need to take a step back and remember who we are.  We are Starfleet Officers, not some super heroes in some kind of HoloVid.  We need to work together, and not have each decide that they need to be a hero.

OPS_Nash says:
::Has a feeling the super hero crack was geared toward her.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Looks a bit guilty about his behavior with Diggs.::

CSO_Nash says:
::Nods knowing he went a little Cowboy as well.::

OPS_Nash says:
::She has no regrets with what she did.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All:  There's a time to be a hero, and a time to work together.  Each of us has a part we play in a team, and we have to trust each other to handle their part of the job.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All:  Luckily, everything worked out, and I'm ready to move forward.  But I need each of you to focus on the tasks ahead.

Pa_Hazzard says:
::Looks on as his son gets a humbled look in his eyes.::

OPS_Nash says:
::Prays that she isn't called to the table on her actions during the rescue of her babies.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All:  Now, that task is the second thing we are here for.  We need to know how to move forward.  What do we know so far about the kidnapping attempt?

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Yawns.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Grins and nudges T'Lin gently.  Looking to the CO and raising his hand.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Leans against a console.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Tries to hold back another yawn, as she did not get much sleep last night.::

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  All I know is that someone wanted my twins as pawns for their sick game.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Taps a few commands into the console, bringing up an image of Diana Smith.::  CTO:  Yes, Lieutenant?

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Sir, from what we know of Diggs and the talents of Ms. Smith, this was a rush job.

CSO_Nash says:
::Knows he can't add anything useful except for the cursory examination of the closet used to hide the disguise in.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO:  Not quite true.  She had this set up in advance, the hand off dupe.  Assuming that he's telling the truth, was the only rush decision in it I think.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Exactly, but was the abduction of the children the true objective here?

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Or was it merely another way to a means.

CSO_Nash says:
::Looks at the data padd on Smith.::

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  If I may interject here, why would someone use innocent newborns for their twisted behavior?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO:  I doubt it.  Unfortunately, as Lieutenant Nash said, they were pawns.  Either to show us they could get to us, or to sow dissension in our ranks, or to draw us after them.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  I'm thinking, and please bear with me.  Thinking was never my strong point.  I'm thinking that Ms. Smith and who she's working for wants to isolate the XO, perhaps make him more vulnerable or accessible.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS:  We're dealing with an apparent renegade Intel agent that now works for a former Starfleet Captain who seems to have driving a wedge between the Federation and Romulan Empire as his main goal.

CSO_Nash says:
CO:  Smith's involvement with Lo'Duca could have influenced Diggs into implicating Commander Worthington, but that seems too simple.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  But why MY babies.  I need to know that before I can move on.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/CSO:  Unless the third reason is right, and they are trying to taunt us.  He's aimed his attacks around harming us through Commander Worthington before.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO/CSO:  True, but what does LoDeadweight value above anything else?  His ego.  And the XO injured that ego when he beat his brainwashing, not to mention the fact that we blew his plans for the Romulan/Fed war.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO:  That is true, but he did get his prize.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO:  Did we ever find out what Diggs was supposed to do with the babies after he acquired them?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS:  What target would raise more of a desire for an ill-advised counter strike?  What target would more prompt us to come after him?

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  The children.  And while we were searching for the children, we wouldn't expect a secondary attack.  I am more and more convinced this was simply a diversion.

CSO_Nash says:
::Nods at the CO.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
CNS:  If we were allowed to continue, we would know by now.

Diggs says:
::Sits in his cell, glaring at the force field separating him from the rest of the Starbase.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
CEO:  Maybe we need to find out.  Maybe the answers we are seeking still lie with Diggs.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS:  All we have to go on is what he's said, but I believe he was telling the truth.  As Lieutenant Hazzard just said, it wasn't meant to succeed.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Captain, no offence, you will never know what it's like to have something grow within your body and then have that something be born, then for it to be taken away shortly afterwards for God knows what.  It's all a mother can stand.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Captain, with your permission I would like to continue the interrogation with the CEO and the XO with me.  The XO seems to frighten the dog pi-- .. I mean he intimidates Diggs.  And the CEO has ways of getting the truth from him.  I believe we might make some headway.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO:  I believe he was telling the truth as well, as he knows it.  But what purpose would all this serve if he was not meant to succeed.  It is not like we are isolated here.  If we were on the Cherokee, alone, I would believe that was the case.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO:  You and Lieutenant Illianor will join in the interrogation, but you will join me.  I need Commander Worthington to work with Starbase Security to try and track down where Smith came from and, hopefully, where she went to.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Glances at the CTO, then back at the CO.::  CO:  Excellent.

Diggs says:
::Clenches his jaw as he shifts his eyes about the cell, looking for a means to disable the force field.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO:  Request permission to join as well.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS:  I understand that what happened before is in the past.  It's time to move on.  Just refocus for the future.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.  One last thing.  I want to post another rotating guard with the children, just in case they try again.

CEO_Ilianor says:
CTO:  I doubt they'll try it again.  Now that we're onto their plot, how could they?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS:  Granted.  CTO:  Very good, the evidence says the attack was supposed to fail, but we aren't going to count on that.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Thank you, Sir.  ::Gives a reassuring grin to the OPS and the CSO.::

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  My children are my future.  I'll do everything in my power to protect them even if it means my doing my duty, though light duty for now.  But when I am released to full duty, I'll delve in strong with my duties.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO:  How are the repairs coming to the Cherokee?  Are we still looking at a four week repair schedule?

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Sighs.::  CO:  I am literally doing everything I can to get the Cherokee back into optimal condition, but it's difficult to get what we need, what with all this red tape involved in every little thing I try to do.  But yes, I'd say we're looking at about four weeks or so.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS:  I know you will, and when we leave here I want you to try and figure out where and how Smith learned of the arrival of the twins.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CEO:  I can have those bureaucrats shot if you want.  Plenty of places to hide bodies.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  I'll do what I can.

CEO_Ilianor says:
CTO:  God, I hope you're serious.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO:  I want you to review the sensor logs from the station and try to find what ship Smith left on.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CEO:  I feel your pain.  The replacement torpedo array is giving Lt. Miller a coronary dealing with Starfleet Supply.

CSO_Nash says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  I'll also coordinate with Commander Worthington as to what methodology Smith would use as well.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Looks at the CTO, but says nothing.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Nods to the CEO, trying to be supportive.::

Diggs says:
::Gets up, starts pacing his cell, boredly.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Admiral:  Ma'am, I'm sorry.  Didn't notice your arrival, but glad you are here.  I am hoping I'll need a favor soon.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Tries to catch the Captain's eye before he dismisses the crew.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Senses Diggs in the adjacent room, and grins slightly to himself, as he tries to project senses of dread onto him, and nods back to the CTO.::  CTO:  Yes, this will be most productive, I think.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Admiral:  Once we get a lead on Smith, we will need a ship.  Is there one that we could appropriate?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Walks to the Captain's side.::  ALL:  I have something I would like to say, if I may have your attention?

CTO_Hazzard says:
CEO:  Heh, I like the way you think, Adahn.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  One moment please, Tio.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Turns his gaze to the Admiral.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Admiral:  Certainly ma'am.

CSO_Nash says:
::Glances up as the Admiral moves to the front of the room.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Nods to the Admiral, acknowledging her.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  First of all, I want to express how glad I am that the twins have been returned, safe and sound.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Secondly, you all did a superb job at finding the kidnapper so quickly.

CSO_Nash says:
::Grins at the Admiral.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Senses a but coming soon.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Waits for the "but".::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Thirdly, if I EVER hear of a prisoner being mistreated again, I will put that person in a penal colony and promise that person will never be heard from again.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Looks down and nods, knowing EXACTLY whom the admiral is talking about.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Do I make myself clear everyone?

CTO_Hazzard says:
ADM:  Yes, ma'am.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Tries not to look at Mark.::  Adm:  Yes, Ma'am.

OPS_Nash says:
::Thinking that all she did was fire the phaser at the prisoner on stun.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm:  That will not be a problem, ma'am.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Says nothing, but listens all the same.::

CSO_Nash says:
::Looks sheepishly.::  ADM:  Yes, Ma'am.

Diggs says:
::Pauses, thinks he hears something.  Goes back to trying to find a way to disable the force field.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Good, I know I can count on everyone of you.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
~~~ALL:  Just make sure next time I do NOT hear about it!~~~

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Nods, clenching his fists and looking determined.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  As for your request, there are no ships available at this time.  I have already inquired.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO:  Then get me a list of what parts you're having trouble getting, and we'll see what we can do about them.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Pulls out the padd he's holding behind his back, presses a few buttons and hands it to the CO.::  ~~~ADM:  No worries about that, Admiral...~~~

Host Adm-Alexander says:
~~~CEO:  Don't go overboard, what you did you had permission from the prisoner to do, but it can be a very iffy situation.  Do you understand me?~~~

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Is there anything else I can help you with?

Diggs says:
::Stops pacing, and glares straight at the force field.  If it were glass it'd be threatening to shatter.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm:  Not unless I get a runaround on the parts acquisitions.  If I do, I'll let you know, but I'm hoping my friends in the supply corps can help.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Sir, with your permission, I'd like to get started with the esteemed Mr. Diggs.

CEO_Ilianor says:
~~~ADM: .. I'll do what I need to get the results we need.  Keeping in mind, of course .. "Prisoner's Rights" and all that jazz, ma'am.~~~

CSO_Nash says:
::Prepares to go with the Commander and go over the sensor logs.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All:  Let's get to it, we have a tormentor to track down.  Dismissed.

CSO_Nash says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
~~~CEO:  Just to give you a little example, Ensign .. ::Concentrates and gives him a slight headache in 2 seconds.::  .. Now do you understand me, Ensign?~~~

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Nods to the Captain, gets up and waits by the door for the CTO and CEO.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Watches as the crew departs to go do their jobs.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO/CNS/CTO:  Let's go, we have an interrogation clinic to run.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Grunts under the strain, as he struggles to keep her out, his head starts pounding slightly.::  ~~~ADM: .. Yes, Admiral.~~~

CSO_Nash says:
::Heads to the lift and orders it to the OPS center.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Stands up and gives his pa a reassuring squeeze.::  CO:  I call dibs on the rubber hose.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Walks with the CO, CEO, and CTO to the security room, trying to think happy thoughts that they will find what they are looking for.::

Diggs says:
::Continues to glare at the force field.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Massages his temple and shakes off the mild headache, as he follows the CNS, CO and CTO.::  CO:  Wouldn't, wouldn't miss it for the world, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/CNS/CEO:  What we have to remember in an interrogation is we have to recall that not every answer we don't like is a lie.  The trick is knowing when to ask a different question.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.  No beating the prisoner.

CSO_Nash says:
::Arrives at OPS and goes about pulling the sensor logs as requested.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  No matter how richly he deserves it.  I'll keep my cool, Sir.

CEO_Ilianor says:
CO:  That's what I'm here for, Sir.  Don't worry.  If he's lying, I won't hide it from you.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/CNS/CEO:  Are we ready?

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Let's do this.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO:  I am all set, Sir.  Let's do it.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Grins at T'Lin, tossing her a wink trying to reassure her that he is ready.::

OPS_Nash says:
::Gets up and goes with the CSO  to go do some research on how this Smith creature learned about her twins.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Enters the Brig.::  Diggs:  Good morning, Mister Diggs.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Grins back at the CTO, knowing he will do his best to behave himself, or at least do it quietly.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Puts his hands behind his back and enters behind the Captain giving him a neutral gaze.::

Diggs says:
::Sees the CO enter, eyes focus directly on him.::  CO:  Matter of opinion, 'Captain'.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Stands back from the rest of them observing Diggs and his actions.::

CSO_Nash says:
OPS:  From her dossier you may not like what you see, but here is the full version.  ::Hands her his padd.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Crosses his arms over his chest and merely stares at Diggs.  Not saying a word, letting the CO handle the questioning for now.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Perhaps.  Now, we still have some information we need, questions we need answered.  Like why did you decide that this action was better than not taking it?

OPS_Nash says:
CSO:  I need to know.  I need to understand why someone can be so cruel.  ::Snatches the PADD out of the CSO's hands.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Stands in front of the force field, watching Diggs, with a curious look on his face.::

Diggs says:
::Shrugs.::  CO:  A favor was owed.  That's all I repaid.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Owed to who?

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Pokes softly into Diggs' mind, barely noticeable, wondering if he's hiding something from everyone.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Wonders who the favor was for, but stands back letting the Captain do his job.::

Diggs says:
::Is unaware of the CEO.::  CO:  All you need to know is it was repaid.  I don't ask questions.

OPS_Nash says:
::Starts to read the PADD and gets angrier with every word.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Continues to remain impartial in his attitude, noticing any facial tics that Diggs may show.::

CEO_Ilianor says:
Diggs:  You're in no position to be saying those things right now, my friend.  ::Peers a little deeper, a little rougher.::  .. You're going to tell us everything.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Wrong, that's not all we need to know.  You threw yourself into a life of prison, I want to know what kind of favor and who it was owed to.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Pulls the sensor logs and prepares to leave station OPS.::  OPS:  Shall we head back down to the SEC office and coordinate with Commander Worthington.  Also he may be able to give you some more detailed information on Smith as she was his abductor.

CNS_T`Lin says:
Diggs:  What were you going to do with the babies?  That is the biggest question in my mind.

Diggs says:
::Starts to have difficulties concentrating on the CO's questions, thanks to the CEO.::  CO:  I don't .. ask.  I just do what's needed of me.

OPS_Nash says:
CSO:  Lead on.  ::Pauses a moment to collect her thoughts.::  CSO:  Kevin, why does Lo'Duca keep popping into our lives?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  So you aren't repaying a favor, you're just a sucker?

CTO_Hazzard says:
Diggs:  Come on, Diggs.  You don't look the "Serve and Honor" type.  What was the favor?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Goes over the latest security reports, looking for any anomalies.::

Diggs says:
CNS:  I didn't know what the package was until I opened it.  There was a hypospray in the box with them.  I sedated them.  I had to.

CNS_T`Lin says:
Diggs:  But what were you told to do with them?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Where were you to deliver it to?

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Probes a little deeper, as his presence is enlarged in Diggs' weak, pathetic mind.::  ~~~Diggs:  This can end now .. if you want it to.~~~

CSO_Nash says:
OPS:  He doesn't keep popping into our life.  We keep discovering things he has set into motion.  So until we totally blow him out of space or incarcerate him we'll have a chance of uncovering some of his machinations.

Diggs says:
::Tries to keep himself focused on the conversation.::  CNS:  I don't know who I was to deliver the package to.  ::Gives up, and sits back on the bed, shifting his eyes between the CNS, CO, and CTO.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
~~~CEO:  Remember my warning Ensign.~~~

CNS_T`Lin says:
Diggs:  Was someone going to contact you?

OPS_Nash says:
CSO:  That's what I mean, it seems that everything that is happening to us is connected to him somehow.

CSO_Nash says:
::Arrives in the SEC office.::  XO:  Commander, CSO and OPS reporting to assist you, Sir.

Host XO_Worthington says:
Sam_Montegue:  We should keep on alert.  Who knows, this may be a distraction from a bigger attack here.  CSO:  What was your final analysis of the crime scene?

CEO_Ilianor says:
~~~ADM:  His defenses are dropping, one by one, Admiral.~~~  ::Refocuses himself, still standing straight, his arms clasped in front.::  ~~~ADM:  I'm not going to kill him or anything, Ma'am.~~~

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Pulls up a file image of LoDuca and shows it to Diggs.::  Diggs:  Do you know this man?

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Shakes his head as Diggs' mind reshuffles, after seeing the image .. whether or not he recognizes him, he's not sure yet.::

CSO_Nash says:
XO:  It was clean as a whistle as crime scenes go, but I did get a hair strand that matches Ms. Smith's profile.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Slowly moves to the computer station in the room and brings up Diggs police and civil records doing a cross-reference of his history with known accomplices of Lo'Duca or Smith.::

Diggs says:
::Still tries to keep focused on the conversation.::  CO:  Contact, yes .. I ..  ::Closes his eyes as the CO produces the picture, in an effort to focus on the conversation and less on the CEO's mental intrusions.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO/OPS:  Were either of you able to determine how they got past security?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Is something wrong?  You don't look well.

OPS_Nash says:
XO:  No, Sir.  Still working on that.

CSO_Nash says:
XO:  Aye, Sir.  But Ms. Smith always has a tendency to get in where she is not wanted.

Diggs says:
::Tries to refocus on the CO.::  CO:  Yes .. fine .. I just .. need a minute.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Looks at the CEO and realizes what is happening.  Pokes him in the ribs.::  ~~~CEO: Adahn: Cut it out.  Give him a break.  Let him try to answer.~~~

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO:  Agreed, but I want to rule out the possibility that there is inside assistance.

CTO_Hazzard says:
Diggs:  Would you like a glass of water, perhaps a moment of rest?

CSO_Nash says:
XO:  So far sensor logs are negative to that.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Sighs, and takes a mental step back, and glares at the CNS.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
~~~CEO: Sorry, Adahn.  Just give him a minute before you do that again.  See if he can focus and give us what we need to know.~~~

Diggs says:
::Begins to breathe easier as the CEO backs off some.::  All:  I .. should be fine now.  Just give me a moment.

CEO_Ilianor says:
Diggs:  I trust we .. understand each other now.

CEO_Ilianor says:
~~~CNS:  If this doesn't work, I'm going to go in even stronger next time.  For his sake, you better hope he knows what he has to do.~~~

Diggs says:
::Just glares, albeit a little weakly, at the CEO, but his attention begins to resettle on the captain.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CO:  Diggs, do you own the ship in the hanger?

CSO_Nash says:
::As he begins to review the sensor logs, his padd develops a momentary glitch.::  XO:  This is odd, Sir.  But I have my virus program running on this padd and it's reacting like it has one.  Checking for it now.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO:  Lieutenant?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO/OPS:  We must now continue to determine what they are up to.  Why did they risk coming here?  What are they trying to do?  We need answers fast.  I am going over everything we have on Smith.  It will be very hard since she was SI.

CEO_Ilianor says:
::Smiles.::  CO:  Never mind, Sir.

OPS_Nash says:
::Nods.::

Diggs says:
::Gets back to his feet, but doesn't approach the force field for now.::  CO:  I'm .. fine now.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  As the CSO finds a virus, a message appears:  "Greetings Cherokee, are we having fun yet?"

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Ignores the CEO's comment, hoping for Digg's sake he tells them what he knows.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Then do you know this man?  Is he the one you owed a favor to?

Diggs says:
::Studies the picture, and just shakes his head.::

CSO_Nash says:
XO:  Confirmed.  Here it is.  ::Shows him the message on the Padd.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
Diggs:  Do you own the ship you came here in?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Switches image to Smith.::  Diggs:  What of her?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::Reads the message.::  CSO:  Now they are gonna rub it in our face. How far has the virus spread?

Diggs says:
CTO:  I'm just a passenger.  I don't own the th ..  ::Stops instantly, eyes glued to the new image.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
~~~CEO: Finish what you started.~~~

CSO_Nash says:
XO:  Checking now, Sir, but I would suggest a system lockdown to prevent it's spread.

CEO_Ilianor says:
CO:  Well, what do you know.  The idiot's telling the truth.  ::Winks at Diggs, but then stops, his eyes widen again as Diggs latches onto the new image.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The virus disappears by itself.  No trace is left.

CTO_Hazzard says:
::Notices his reaction, grinning.::  CO/CNS/CEO:  Ladies and gentlemen, I think we have a winner.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Diggs:  Should I take that as a yes?

Diggs says:
::Trying not to turn pale.::  CO:  Yes.

CSO_Nash says:
XO:  It has disappeared just now, Sir.

Host XO_Worthington says:
Sam_Montegue:  Lock the system down.  *CO*:  Captain, please join us in the sec office.

CEO_Ilianor says:
~~~Diggs: Good job, my friend.  I knew you had it in you.~~~

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Nods to herself as she has been reading the mind of the prisoner as well::

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