Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10608.20  Conscious Part 3

Starring
Trish Yarborough as ADM_Alexander
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee
Dawn Freeman as OPS Kyleigh Nash
Scott Dorsey as CSO Scott Nash 
Lynda Anderson as CEO Bishara
Mark Haslam as CTO Mark Hazzard
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent D. Worthington III 

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Captain's Log, Stardate 10608.20.  We are preparing to depart station and leave the Bajor system, destination is openly Earth, although our orders are purposefully vague on that.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::leaving her quarters, she moves to the TL where she enters and orders the bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge, making sure everything is ready for departure.::  *All*: Status report, how close are we to being ready for departure?

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*Engineering*: I want a full readiness report.

OPS_Nash says:
::on bridge at OPS, making sure her console is fully operational::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::on the bridge, finishing up the last set of drills::

CSO_Nash says:
:: At his station going over efficiency reports from his staff. Hoping that they will continue to perform adequately with limited supplies.::

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CO: Waiting on permission now sir.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: slowly works his way down the row of security officers, inspecting their gear as they stand at attention in the Shuttlebay. :: All: Gentlemen, well done.  I know that these last eight hours have been nothing but pain and tears, but you've come through with flying colors.  Dismissed.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::watching the doors open to the TL, she exits onto the bridge and stands aside to watch the crew preparing to leave the station::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
<Ens. Saunders> *CEO*: Sir we are ready for departure sir.

Host XO_Worthington says:
ALL: Admiral on deck!

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
*CO*: Captain, Lieutenant Hazzard here.  Security checks out as ready to depart.  A Gapali Door Rat couldn't get on board without me knowing it.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::jumps from her station and salutes::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Welcome to the Bridge, ma'am.

CNS_Wells says:
*XO*: Counselor Wells to Commander Worthington.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
::snaps too::

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CNS*: This is Worthington, go ahead.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Everything is fully functional and ready for duty.  ::hears that the Admiral is on deck, she goes to attention::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Resume your stations please.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Door rat's aren't the problem, but I'll take that as a colorful stretch.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Rigs sensors for maximum detection on the departure course and runs internal scanners for anything missed as the ship battens down for departure.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO/ OPS: Good to hear.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::nods and returns to her engineering boards::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Captain, after we leave DS 9, I would like you to accompany me on my inspection tour.

CNS_Wells says:
*XO*: I don't suppose you would wanna come down here and get your evaluation out of the way?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
*CO*: That’s me sir.  Always adding color to your life.  Hazzard out.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
::returns to her chair and waits for the acknowledgement to begin debarkation::

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CNS*: If it is necessary, then I suppose I will report.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Very good ma'am, we should be ready to depart momentarily.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*Ens Saunders*: You better have that engine room sparkling,  Admiral is going to do an inspection. White glove inspection so get cracking.

CNS_Wells says:
*XO*: Thank you. Wells out.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Sir, I have been requested for my psych eval, permission to report.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Clear us for departure with Traffic control so we can get under way.
aFCO: Once we have clearance, take us out.  Course has been preset in the computer.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Sciences are ready. I have LRS for maximum detection on the departure course and I am also running an internal sweep of the ship to ensure nothing unnecessary or unwanted goes with us.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Yes Sir.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CO: Understood sir.  ::double checks and they are already set::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: makes his way to the security office, humming his favorite song as he notices security team members hustling to man the double posting requested by the XO.  Walking past the armory and nodding to the two guards always posted.  The brig similarly manned and practically gleaming. ::

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks- He sounds like he's doing me a favor by giving me the time of day:: SELF: Necessary? Give me a break.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Of course, better to have it done before our 'training' starts.  We'll keep the ship in order.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
OPS: Let me know so I can verify it with engineering once the clamps are disengaged please.

OPS_Nash says:
aFCO:  Will do.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Aye. ::heads into the TL and for the CNS office::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
*AFCO*: Hey Lieutenant, just got word from some of your grease monkeys, Sequoia has been reassembled and is sparkling like a brand new six gun in Dodge City.  Seems like some of your boys confiscated DS9's tech team's tools for leaving them behind.  Nice work Lieutenant.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  DS9 Traffic Control:  This is the USS Cherokee requesting permission to depart.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<DS 9> @COM: Cherokee:  You are clear for departure Cherokee.  Good luck and smooth sailing.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CTO: Well, after the pasting I gave my team, they had better get it right from now on.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::exits the TL and walks to the CNS office and rings the chime::

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  DS9 Traffic Control:  Thank you.  Have a nice day.  Cherokee out.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
::looks at OPS:  OPS: Ready?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: chuckles :: *AFCO*: You just give me the shivers when you get all tough like that.  Makes a man go weak in the knees.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Come in Commander. SELF: No one else will.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CTO: That is what happens when you cross me.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Thank you Counselor. I hope you are well. ::enters the office::

OPS_Nash says:
CO/aFCO:  We have been cleared for departure. They wish us smooth sailing, and good luck.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CO: All moorings are released ship is on internal power.  CEO: Please confirm.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: enters the security office and drops off the PADD he was using to annotate inspection results on his desk.  Tidying up slightly before making his way up to the bridge. ::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Please, Take a seat, Sir. Or not. I'm just fine but, how are you?

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
AFCO: All moorings have been detached and ship is on internal power.  Confirmed.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Tired and stressed. ::takes a seat:: But that is usually the norm.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CO: Sir all moorings have been confirmed that they are detached and we are on internal power. 1/4 impulse to outer marker sir.?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Would you like to begin the tour?  Station departure doesn't require my attention I believe.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Internal scans coming back clean sir.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Yes, and let's hope there is a big improvement over what I saw 4 hours ago.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Once clear engage, yes.
CSO: Keep an eye open on them.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Seems to be, these days.  I'll be brief. I know how busy you must be.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CO: Understood sir.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Will do, sir.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: leaves the Security Office and makes his way to the bridge. ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: You have the Bridge.  If anything comes up, contact me immediately.
Adm: Then let us begin.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::nods and walks with the Captain to the TL::

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Stays at his station.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Thank you for understanding.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*Ens Saunders: You better Have MY engine room clean as a whistle.  White glove inspection.  I want all boxes, crates and all tools in their places and I was everyone in clean uniforms.  No slip ups or I will have all of you on report.  No exceptions!!!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Enters the Turbolift.::  Adm: Where would you like to begin?

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I was ordered to do these evaluations to make certain everybody was mentally prepared for the stress of going after Paul LoDuca. It seems they are still necessary.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: walks up to the TL and waits for it to arrive, anxious to get back to the bridge before his typical luck starts to make its presence known. ::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Fire away.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Let's go to engineering first.  After all, we wouldn't want to disappoint the CEO would we?  ::grinning impishly at him::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: How do you feel about our switching gears and giving up the "chase"?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Turbolift: Engineering.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: enters the TL and sends it to the bridge. ::
*CSO*: Commander, I'm on my way to the bridge, anything I should be aware of before I get there?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: It angers and upsets me. I think until LoDuca is dealt with that should be our main focus. However I do realize that this ship and it's crew is valuable in other areas as well.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::not liking the situation::  CSO: Sir I would like to be in engineering when the Admiral gets there. Permission to take the other lift and get there ASAP?

CSO_Nash says:
FCO: Please notify me of any course corrections you make so that the sensors don't start giving me any anomalous readings.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Tio, when we are finished here, we need to have the crew meet in the Observation Lounge.  I will be able to explain what our orders are.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CSO: Reached the outer markers sir.  Understood sir.  What speed sir?

CSO_Nash says:
*CTO*: All is calm here, Admiral and CO are on a tour.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
*CSO* Aw no.  Not again.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: During the whole Hazzard and the bad mind meld thing, you had some ethical issues about the Admirals method for cure. You questioned the probing of the mind without consent I believe.

CSO_Nash says:
FCO: Proceed at maximum safe speed.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Aye Ma'am, personally I think that can't come too soon.  Even if we couldn't tell our actual destination, we should have simply let the crew know that was so.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CSO: Warp 6 sir.

CSO_Nash says:
FCO: Engage.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: That is correct. I have always felt that people with special gifts should not be allowed to use them on others without permission.

AFCO_Lt_A-Bishara says:
CSO: Engaged at warp 6.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CSO: Sir can I leave for engineering?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  There are times when I am under orders Tio.  Those came from the top.  I do not like keeping my crew in the dark either.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: exits the TL and enters the bridge, taking station at Tactical and shaking his head slowly. :: CSO: I'm praying she doesn't find anything out of sync on her tour.  I don't think my backside can take another chewing like the last time.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Aye ma'am, I just think that telling them we can't tell them would have worked better.  ::Exits Turbolift.::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I would agree, Sir. People think that that is what I am all about ::Smiles:: XO: and I do it with no hocus-pocus. 

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::shrugs shoulders::  CO:  Yes however this way, nothing can accidentally slip out and have the wrong ears hear it.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*Ens. Saunders*: Admiral incoming get your backsides moving.

CSO_Nash says:
CEO: Permission granted.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: This now is your chance to bring up any subject you wish with me. Is there anything on your mind, anything you would like to talk about?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Enters Engineering.::  EO: Status report.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::takes her white gloves out of her pocket and slips them on::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CSO: Thank you sir. ::goes flying to the TL and jumps in and does an express to engineering::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: I think things have ratcheted down since her surprise inspection, I hope.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: I think the crew is a little on edge. I think they need some rest before they start slipping and first chance we get we should take a break.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I so agree with you on that, Sir. You are indeed a wise man.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
CSO: Commander, with your permission I'm going to take the short range scanners and run them through a few simulations.  I need to make sure the new targeting program nodes were installed properly.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::As the TL stops on the engineering deck she goes sliding into the engine room and almost runs smack dab into the Admiral but just stops short::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Of course.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: I also think you should be on the bridge more. I respect your judgment and feel you are an untapped asset at our disposal.

OPS_Nash says:
::performs the usual comm traffic monitoring::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Admiral/CO: Sir may I assist in your tour? ::pulls out her own pair of white gloves and dons them::  Ens. Saunders: Front and center.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Does everything meet your approval, ma'am?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: nods and begins his work, humming "The Yellow Rose of Texas" as he works.  A smile on his face as he works. ::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I see no reason for us to schedule other sessions but, if the need arises or you just need a friendly ear, I hope you will remember I am here. Here in my dark, lonely little office ready and willing.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::begins running her hands over consoles and behind them::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Thanks for the kind words I appreciate them.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::takes a keen eye and sees nothing left out::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO: Anything in the repairs done by Starbase that weren't up to specs?

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::runs her own hand over two other consoles and behind and under it.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  This is much better.  This is the kind of engineering department I was expecting the first time around.

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks - This guy sounds sane to me then, smiles to himself::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: As soon as we are finished here I would like you to report to the bridge. Also, I want you to look at the latest sit reports and see if there is anything you can add.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Adm: I am deeply sorry but usually this place is so clean you can eat off the consoles.  I have put the shift that was here on report sir.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir several of the upgrades that they did, unfortunately did not meet with the standards that meet with SF or mine but they were corrected quickly.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
CSO: So...are you hoping for a boy or a girl this time?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::wandering the room while the CEO and CO converse::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Aye, Sir. I'll be up shortly I need to do a bit of charting. Well, thanks for coming down. I'll let you go, I guess, if there is nothing more?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO: Very good.  All of the substandard jobs simple errors, or any sign of intentional error?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: One other thing. Talk with Mr. Hazzard. I think he is a little on edge lately and could probably use a friendly pat on the back.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: continues his work as he speaks, one hand flying over the Tac console as the other sets up a screen to monitor the progress of the Admiral.::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: No sir, I did a level one diagnostic using my alpha shift crew.  Nothing was found.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: I'm just hoping for a healthy child no matter what sex it is.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I see Mr. Hazzard regularly, in session. Our relationship is strengthening, I'm glad to report.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: raises an eyebrow and grins. :: CSO: So you want a boy.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: This is not a training mission and I know it.  Something is up and it is big time.  Much to much weaponry and new systems installed.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: That is good to know. Well then, if I may be excused?

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::for once is glad that Jorellen is not in engineering::

OPS_Nash says:
CSO/CTO:  True enough, though, I have been thinking, another little girl might be nice.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO: We don't know what it is to be yet, understand?  That's why we need to be fully prepared, as it appears Engineering is.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Yes, by all means. ::Stands and walks the XO to the door::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: We already have a boy and a girl, so it's really irrelevant.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::walks toward the door and extends his hand to the CNS::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: And engineering will always be fully prepared and ready for anything.  And about this being not a training mission you should know that what and where I do come from so no words is needed.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: grins at his "family" and shakes his head. :: CSO/OPS: I swear, if you two were any more compatible, you'd be joined at the hip.  Though I think that’s what got you in this situation in the first place.

OPS_Nash says:
::no more than the talk about the new addition, a small wave of nausea hits, she fights the urge::

CNS_Wells says:
::Takes the XO's hand:: XO: I'll be up to the bridge momentarily, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: If everything is in order, are you ready to move on?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: See you then. ::heads back to the bridge::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Yes Tio, let's get this done.  I think the armory and security should be next.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Chuckles at the CTO.:: CTO: I think that would be more like hip to shoulder.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO/ Staff: Continue with your duty. 
Adm: Very good.  ::Moves back to the TurboLift.::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Adm/CO: Thank you sirs.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::returns to the bridge:: *CO*: Sir, I have finished with the CNS and am back on the bridge. I hope the tour is going smoothly.

CNS_Wells says:
::Walks back to his desk to finish paper work and sees Hazzard's knife sticking out of the wall:: SELF: Yeah, Hazzard and I are getting alone better, now he only throws pillows at me during sessions ::Smiles at his own humor:: SELF: Great, and now I'm talking to myself. I gotta get out of here.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*CTO*: You better be ready for inspection.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
CSO: That's true.  I mean, honestly you have to be the only Starfleet Officer listed as a ceiling support strut as well as Chief Science Officer.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Turbolift.: Armory.
*XO*: So far all is going well.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
*CEO* Already on top of that, my dear.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
*Lt. Miller* : Miller, its Hazzard. Show Time.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*CTO*: Just a friendly warning.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Just one of my many talents. :: Chuckles.::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Miller> *CTO*: On it Boss.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The Admiral and the Captain return one hour later from the tour.  The Admiral is smiling.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Tio, I am very impressed with the work done in the 4 short hours the crew had to clean up the mess the DS 9 staff left.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Ens. Saunders: You did fine son now keep it like this and you will that that promotion.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::looks up at the Admiral and wonders what is about to happen::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: finishes the touch up on the last subsystem for the ship's primary weapons.  Stretching his back as he looks over the Bridge from his station. :: CSO: Hey, are you going to be free for Poker night this week?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: You caught them in the middle of leave, ma'am, for what it's worth.  Are you ready for the Briefing now?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: notices the Admiral and Captain returning and goes to attention immediately. :: All: Admiral on DECK!

CNS_Wells says:
::An hour later, enters the bridge and finds a place to be::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*CO*: Permission to return to bridge?

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Depending on our grades, possibly.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::overhears the CTO:: CTO: Where is my invite or are you to afraid to lose to me?

OPS_Nash says:
::stands at attention, still feeling slightly nauseous::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::doesn't wait for an answer and heads for the TL and the bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CEO*: Granted.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Stands at his console as that is his preferred state as it helps him think. Turns his attention to the ADM and CO.::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*CO*: Understood sir. On my way now.  ::as the TL stops on the bridge she steps out and heads directly to her station and nods at the ADM and the CO::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Senior Staff*: All senior staff, report to the Observation Lounge.

CNS_Wells says:
::On bridge at console going over reports::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: grins at the XO and shakes his head. :: XO: Your welcome to come to sir.  I just didn't want you to feel bad about losing all your credits to me. :: Grins and makes his way to the OL. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
OPS:  Perhaps you should take a dose of anti-nausea medication.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
*Ens. Saunders*: Remain alert, I have a meeting.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::heads to the OL:: CTO: Sure, you keep telling yourself that.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::puts her station on stand by and heads for the Observation lounge::

OPS_Nash says:
::she summons her relief as she has been ordered to the Observation Lounge::  ADM:  I did, about 30 minutes ago.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Turns his station over to his assistant that was called up and heads for the Observation Lounge.::

OPS_Nash says:
::she enters the Observation Lounge and sits down.::

CNS_Wells says:
::Hears the CO and complies. Hears the Admirals comment to Mrs. Nash. Wonders if the OPS officer is sick::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: chuckles and waits for the other officers to take a seat before taking one himself. :: XO: You just got yourself a seat at the game sir.  I'll send you the time and place.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Enters the Observation Lounge, grabs a PADD for notes, and activates the display screen.::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Enters the OL and sits next to OPS.::

CNS_Wells says:
::Finds a seat in Observation Lounge::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::takes a seat:: Self: I can't wait to clean them all out.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::enters the OL and sits with her PADD::

OPS_Nash says:
::she looks at her PADD, she makes a few notes on names for the future addition to the Nash family::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Grabs a PADD and turns it on and jots a note to remind him to ask about the lack of sensor pallets.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Captain, with your permission?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Of course ma'am, proceed.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  I would like to explain why our orders were to wait until we were in flight.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: nods and listens intently. ::

CNS_Wells says:
::Gives attention to Admiral Alexander::

OPS_Nash says:
::listens to the Admiral::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Nods and listens. Preparing to take notes.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  We are to proceed as if we were going to Earth.  However, as I am sure you all suspect, we will not be stopping there.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: whispers to himself. :: Self: I knew it.

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks nope, didn’t suspect a thing being out of the loop. Is relieved we ain't going to Earth after all. Feels much better, now.::

OPS_Nash says:
::she thinks -  and the plot thickens ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  We will pass Earth and proceed to Arcadia station where we will receive further orders.  I can tell you this, the Cherokee will be performing what she was designed for.  We will be patrolling a certain area of space.  There we will stop all ships and perform searches.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: raises his hand. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  I am hoping that the issues at hand will be resolved before we arrive.  That is all I can tell you at this point.  SFC is keeping me apprise at every turn.  When I can tell you more, you will know it.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CTO:  Yes Lt. Hazzard?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Waits until the ADM turns it over for questions.::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
Adm: So you can't tell us whom we'll be patrolling for?  With the payload we've been given, I have to expect it would be a formidable force.

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks- No point asking questions she just said she could say no more::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  I have told you all I can at the moment.  Just make sure your men have plenty of rest and are ready for anything.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Raises hand.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO:Commander Nash?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: frowns a bit and takes his own PADD in hand, making notations about increasing training and drill time during the voyage to Arcadia. ::

CSO_Nash says:
ADM: Not so much a question as an observation. I noticed that my replacement equipment was high end sensor pallets only and no low end stuff. This is geared more toward other mission than scientific.

OPS_Nash says:
<Lt Dawn Tiernan>  ::at OPS, she gets a message for the Admiral::  *Admiral*:  Admiral Alexander, Ma'am, you have a Priority One Message.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO:  You are correct.  It will become clearer later Commander.
ALL:  Excuse me for a moment while I take this.  ::turning she walks to the end of the OL and puts up the communication.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Nods as the ADM confirms that there were no errors in outfitting.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
*OPS*:   Go ahead and put it through.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
CSO: That would be the sound of the other shoe dropping just about now.

OPS_Nash says:
<Lt Dawn Tiernan>  ::puts the message through to the Admiral.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::speaks quietly as the information is relayed::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: From what reports we're getting, the situation we're heading into is unclear at the moment.  It is hoped things will proceed well, but it looks like we're part of "plan B."

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Self: Here it comes, the real reason.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::Nods and closes the screen::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Keep the faith Lieutenant.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::wonders if the message was bad news::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: grins at the CSO and nods, waiting for the Admiral to clue them in. ::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: When hasn't there been another shoe dropping?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  As I said, I have more information I can now relay to you.  The Fourth Fleet has now been put on alert.  We are to proceed to Arcadia Station as I told you before, past Earth.  It seems that two species, one the Amenti who have now joined the Federation and the Synod have long standing differences.  Our job will be to make sure those differences do not turn into a shooting war.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: There's your other shoe.

CNS_Wells says:
::Makes notes on a PADD::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  We will receive further orders upon arrival at Arcadia.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: covers his hand with his face. :: CSO: No, that wasn't a shoe.  That was a big nasty disco boot.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Seems like the Diplomatic Corps may have dropped the ball.  I thought having a potential war on your borders would lead to caution in allowing a people to join the Federation.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Jots notes and bolds the names Amenti and Synod.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  The Amenti have many advantages that the Federation needs.  Materiel and arms.

Host XO_Worthington says:
Adm: If things do escalate, what are our orders then?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
Adm: Yeah, wait.  I've never heard of the Almerrato and the...Signpost?  Who are they?

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Self: She was right. Angelina was right.

OPS_Nash says:
::wonders why they have to go play "parent" to other peoples, in other words, if they misbehave, punish them and send them to their rooms"::

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CTO: That would be Amenti and Synod

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
CEO: That's what I said.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Desperate times lead to sloppy work, as an old Cait saying says.  But we will clean up the mess, it's what the Federation is good at.  Smoothing over differences.

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: winks at the CEO. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  The Cherokee will board all ships for contraband and weapons.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
Admiral: I hear that their technology is more advanced than ours.

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks about the CO's statement:: ADM: Material gains is why the Federation would allow unification with a race with baggage?

CSO_Nash says:
ADM: So we are providing a police and blockade action then?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
:: hears the comment about boarding ships and groans slightly. :: Self: Oh that’s gonna be a big giant bucket of fun.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CEO:  Not more advanced but of the level as ours.  Several of their technologies including energy distribution, agricultural and communications the Federation can use.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO:  Exactly so.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
ADM: Understood.  ::notes that in her PADD as well::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CNS:  Materiel as in goods Lieutenant.  Not material as in credits.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  Their military added to ours would put us back up in manpower as we had before the Dominion War.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Jots down Police and Blockade action.::

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
Adm: Begging your pardon ma'am but wouldn't that antagonize the Synapse to attack the Armani if we joined them?

CNS_Wells says:
ADM: I see little difference.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::jots down the procedures she is going to install in the engineering section::

OPS_Nash says:
::makes notes on what's to come, then makes more name notes::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: They joined us, but it seems that may be exactly what happened.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CTO:  Now you see why your department is and must be ready Lieutenant?

CTO_Lt_Hazzard says:
CO: First the Klingons, then the Romulans, the Borg, the Cardassians and the Dominion.  Now these Synod guys.  Is there anyone in the Galaxy left that we haven't ticked off yet?

CSO_Nash says:
ADM: The contraband will be weapons and the like I assume.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO:  It could run to slaves as well, who knows Commander?  We have to be prepared for any eventuality.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
CSO: There could be other contraband as well.

CSO_Nash says:
ADM: Understood, just wanted to get feelers for what to concentrate scans on.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::nods to the CEO::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CSO:  Anything and everything.

CEO_Ens_Bishara says:
::jots down the other types of contraband including the main ingredients for Bio-mimetic gel::

CNS_Wells says:
::Makes more notes planning on doing some research later in his dark lonely little office::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
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