Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10703.18 Investigations Part 6

Starring 
Trish Yarborough as SM and VortaGalla
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee and Ferengi Daemon_Drof
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent D. Worthington III 
Mark Haslam as CTO Mark Hazzard
Dawn Freeman as OPS Kyleigh Nash

Absent 
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells 
Alexander Vuklis as CMO_Brabas

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Captain's Log, Stardate 10703.18, Captain Ayidee recording.  We have been informed of an accusation by Dominion forces that the Ferengi vessel we just made contact with may have abducted one of the Founders.  We need to get to the bottom of this, one way or another.

Host VortaGalla says:
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Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: We will do all we can to assist you in finding your missing Founder.  How certain are you that it was the Ferengi ship we just dealt with who has him?

OPS_Nash says:
::at post on Bridge, trying to remain focused on the matter at hand::

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Thank you for having us.  We have been following its emission trail.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::after being helped from the floor, he was moved to a Biobed::

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  I need to ask you a favor.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: stands behind the CO and lets him deal with their guests, waiting for the Captain to call him into the conversation. ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Then we should resume pursuit.
Vorta: What would that be?

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  We have hand held devises with us that can detect a Founder.  Would you consider letting us check your ship?

Host XO_Worthington says:
<MO>XO: Commander. looks like you were hit with some kind of parasite. We have analyzed it and ::injects a Hypospray:: and this should take care of it.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Aye sir, I'll inform the bridge of the situation. :: walks over to the com panel by the transporter console. ::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::looks down at his arm and sees the blotches clearing up:: MO: Thanks Doc. That was really odd. ::rubs his forehead::

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  They could have beamed him aboard your ship, quite unknown to you since they know we are getting close.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*OPS*: Commander, Captain wants us to prepare for pursuit of the Ferengi Vessel.  Have Lt. Miller load up the last set of scan signatures and see if we can track down our bad little merchants.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: Of course, but there are secure areas where escort is needed, and even then access is really to be somewhat restricted.

Host XO_Worthington says:
<MO> XO: You should be fine sir. Just rest here a minute and you can go back on duty.

OPS_Nash says:
*CTO*:  Understood.

Host XO_Worthington says:
MO: Thanks Doc. ::relaxes for a minute, wondering what is going on with the CO::

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  I understand Captain.  These two will make the scans.  ::pointing to the two Jem’Hadar::

OPS_Nash says:
::she relays the orders to Miller, and the informs the FCO to prepare to pursue the Ferengi ship::

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  The two Jem’Hadar flip open a small handheld scanner to scan for the Founder.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> OPS:  Aye Ma’am, we have their new ID signal, I am sure I can find them.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: walks up to the two Jem’Hadar troopers. :: Vorta: I will like to have a copy of those scan records.  Ships security you'll understand.

OPS_Nash says:
aFCO:  I'm sure you will.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: We can escort them as they perform their scans.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Yes sir.  :: keeps his eye on the "guests" as he returns to the com panel. :: *Lt. Kilbrowski*:  Lieutenant, have two security officers from Bravo Shift come down for some escort duty.  Standard procedure.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::gets up from the bio bed with the infection gone and heads for the bridge::

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> ::taps his console, and the sensors pick up the trail::  OPS:  I have found it.  Tell the CO that they are headed for ::checks his coordinates::, looks like towards Cardassia.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Kilbrowski> *CTO*: On their way sir.

OPS_Nash says:
aFCO:  Is that confirmed, towards Cardassia?

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> OPS:  In that general direction Ma’am.

OPS_Nash says:
aFCO:  Understood.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO>  OPS:  They are keeping just outside of Federation space, which is odd in itself.  Round about way to get anywhere.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Captain, could we perhaps have a talk?  I think our men can handle the scanning, don't you?

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  Captain, the aFCO just informed me that he located the Ferengi vessel, heading the general direction toward Cardassia however, they are just keeping just outside Federation space.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Captain, I'll get to the bridge and handle the pursuit.  You go ahead and speak with...umm...our guest.  With your permission?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::exits onto the bridge and takes the Center seat:: OPS: Status report.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: Very well, we can use the Ready Room.
*OPS*: Very good, make pursuit at best possible speed, coordinate with the Dominion vessel.
CTO: Granted, keep us informed.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: nods and makes his way to the TL just as two very bulky and very formidable Security officers enter to provide and escort for the two Dominion troops. ::

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  The two Jem’Hadar accompany the CTO's men to scan for the Founder.

OPS_Nash says:
XO:  Ensign Candoit located the Ferengi vessel, its en route toward Cardassia sticking just outside Federation space.  And we have guests, a Vorta and a couple of its Jem'Hadar.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: If you would follow me, we can be there in just a minute.  ::Leads him to the Ready Room.::

Host VortaGalla says:
::nods to the Captain::

Host XO_Worthington says:
OPS: Acknowledged. ::starts going over latest sit reports::

OPS_Nash says:
XO:  One more thing, the Vorta is searching for a missing Changeling.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: arrives on the bridge, noting the XO already present, immediately takes over the Tactical station. :: XO: I've got two of my Brute Squad members escorting our guests.  Better safe than sorry.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Agreed. They believe the Changeling to be here?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Enters the Ready Room.::  Computer: Seal room and isolate from outside observation, Captain's authority Rayon Argon Titanium.

OPS_Nash says:
::she relays the coordinates to the Dominion Ship so they know where they are going::

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Good precautions Captain.  ::taking a seat::  If I might, I will explain to you what happened as far as I know it.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Well, they are checking every possible situation, but with the Ferengi ship's behavior my bet is they still have him...her....it...whatever, and are making a run for it.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: We're secure on our end.  That information would help.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  On the surface of the Gorn world, the Founder was in negotiations for a trade agreement.  He was captured in a surprise raid in their quarters.  We assumed he was dead, as the attack left a bomb which blew up the room, which in turn, delayed our pursuit.  From the information we have, the Lakarian Vengeance claimed responsibility for the attack, and they're the ones who will meet up with the Ferengi.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: Lakarian Vengeance?  I take it that's got something to do with the war?

Host VortaGalla says:
<DomShip> #COM: Cherokee:  Cherokee, we need Galla to check in with us.  Procedure that I am sure you understand.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  The first city leveled by the Dominion with over 2 million dead.  I know you understand our concerns at this point.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  DomShip:  I'm sure Galla knows that however, I will relay the information.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  It seems, the Cardassians are seeking revenge.

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  Captain, be sure to let Galla know that he needs to check in on his ship, as per their procedures.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: It would seem that way, and it would seem that they have taken great steps to achieve that.  But it sounds like your ship needs to know you are safe.  Probably worried about their "supply".
*OPS*: Thank you, message passed along.

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  Acknowledged.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Captain, if I may use your communications system?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: begins to prepare the ship for combat, just in case the Ferengi feel like their cargo is worth fighting for. ::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Keep any eye open, the Ferengi may have backup.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> XO:  Sir, the Ferengi have just gone to warp 6.  I didn't think that old rust bucket had it in her.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: To be honest, it would be easier to not know the reasons why.  Rule of law sets us apart, and not muddying the waters makes the job much easier.  ::Opens Communications on the Computer port.::  Here you go.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Aye sir, already preparing ships defenses and weapon systems for just such a situation.

Host XO_Worthington says:
aFCO: Time to intercept?

Host VortaGalla says:
COM: DomShip:  This is Galla.  All is proceeding well.  I will contact you when I am coming back aboard.  Galla out.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: It seems that our friends may be rendezvousing with a Cardassian vessel, just so you can prepare.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO*: Aye Captain, the XO already has ordered a heightened state of preparation.  Do the Dominion know if this black op group have access to Hideki or even Galor class war vessels?

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO>  XO:  Sir, at warp 9, we could overtake them in 6 minutes.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Uncertain, Intelligence puts this group at a low threat level, this actually seems beyond what Intel thought they were ready for.

Host XO_Worthington says:
aFCO: Let's do it. 
*CO*: Going to Warp 9, should overtake the Ferengi in 6 minutes.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO* : Roger that, best prepare for the bear even if its just a weasel we catch.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> ::nods to the XO and increases speed to warp 9::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*XO*: Excellent, I'll be back on the Bridge shortly.  Good to hear you back on the Bridge.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> XO:  We are now at warp 9 Sir.  Let's hope they don't increase their speed as well.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: How do you want to handle capturing the Ferengi vessel?  I know your ship outguns ours, but that won't help in a capture situation, and a handful of Jem'Hadar may not be enough.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Your assistance would be appreciated Captain.  We have the sensors to detect him once onboard.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  The sensors pick up two Lakarian Vengeance ships headed towards the Ferengi vessel, the Lakarian Tear and the Pride of the People.  The chase is on to see who will reach them first.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: My crew has already been aboard their ship, they report about 50 crew.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> XO:  Ut oh... it looks like we have company Sir.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Then we will follow your lead Captain.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: immediately brings sensors to bear on the two new ships.:: XO: Getting readings on the two new contacts, looks like they want to beat us to the punch on the Ferengi vessel.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Red alert. *CO*: Captain to the bridge.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: Do you want to rejoin your ship, or remain here?  ::Steps towards the Bridge.::

Host VortaGalla  (Red Alert.wav)

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  My ship can handle this without me.  I would like to stay.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  I need to tell my ship so they can help us.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Exits Ready Room.::  XO: We're going to board the Dereborne in a joint operation with the Dominion ship.  What brought Red Alert?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: immediately sets the ship to Red Alert status, charging the ship's weaponry and combat scanners. :: XO: Ship's loaded for bear sir.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  The two ships send out a volley of torpedoes, all aimed at the Cherokee.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Incoming fire!  Take Evasive Action!

Host XO_Worthington says:
::gets up:: CO: Unidentified vessels moving in on the target, sir.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> CTO:  Making evasive maneuvers now, Beta one Sir.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Permission to return fire, sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Understood, guess we sprung the surprise party early.
FCO: Bring us between the Ferengi and the two newcomers.
CTO: Permission granted.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  As the Cherokee takes evasive actions, the Dominion ship is uncovered and open to attack.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: almost grins as his fingers fly over the Phaser and photon torpedo controls, giving both aggressors a full spread of offensive fire andreminding them why the Cherokee is not to be trifled with. ::

Host VortaGalla says:
COM: DomShip:  This is Galla, open fire on the two ships.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Moves to center seat, motioning third seat for the Vorta.  Glances at the Tactical readout.::  CTO: Heavy modification on those freighters.  Almost up to the level of a modern frigate.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO>  XO:  I am unable to move between them Sir.  The Dominion ship seems to be taking care of the problem for us.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  One of the two ships explode from the Dominion fire.  The other is seriously damaged.

Host VortaGalla says:
::takes his seat and watches the action of his ship::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: nods as he looks at the tactical report. :: CO: too bad the firepower of our "friends" could rip a frigate apart like tissue paper.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  In the turmoil, the Ferengi ship increases speed and takes another direction leaving the Cherokee behind, again.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Shall we board the vessel or destroy it now?  I would like a chance to interrogate whoever is left alive so we know their destination.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Cap...the Ferengi are hightailing it out of here...

Host VortaGalla says:
OPS:  Are you detecting any communications from that damaged ship?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: That would be preferable, but I think it best to find your Founder first.

OPS_Nash says:
Galla:  Stand by.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Sorry Captain, I should have asked you to ask your OPS for that information.

OPS_Nash says:
::she checks to see if there are any communications from the Ferengi vessel.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Understood on the firepower, there were more than a few ships during the war that fully agree with that statement.  Prepare boarding parties, that freighter can't outrun us, we're going to see exactly what they are carrying.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Aye sir, I'll head down and prep the first team myself.  I've been down to the ship before so I got a good feel for the layout.

OPS_Nash says:
CO/Galla:  A signal did go out but unfortunately I was unable to recover the contents of the signal.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Get us back next to that ship, at least within range to remind them of our right to search any ship suspected of crossing Federation borders after kidnapping a member of a foreign government.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Looks they know they have been discovered.  Can your OPS tell what direction that communication was sent to?

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  I would like to have my ship stop and investigate the damaged one.  We may yet get good information from them.  Again, I need to use your communication console.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: Depends if it was a directed message, or sent net wide.
OPS: See if you can track down the destination.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: There is one built into the display there.  ::Activates that function of the tertiary chair.::  It's ready for you.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Understood.  ::she tries to determine the destination of the lost signal::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: has another officer take over his station as he exits the bridge, already organizing his boarding team through his com badge and having them suited up for combat. ::

Host VortaGalla says:
#COM: DomShip:  This is Galla.  Stop and board the damaged ship.  We need any information you can give us as to their plans.  Let me know when you are finished.  Galla out.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: What did Sickbay learn of whatever affected you?

OPS_Nash says:
::she locates the direction::  CO:  From what I can ascertain, the signal's direction is heading for Cardassia.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  The Dominion ship drops out of warp and goes to investigate and interrogate the members left alive.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: It was some type of parasite that I must have picked up on the Ferengi vessel. Apparently they were able to isolate it and I am now fine.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Vorta: Would your scanning team care to join the boarding party?

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO>  XO:  Sir, the Ferengi vessel is at warp 9, but we will reach them in one minute.

OPS_Nash says:
::she hopes that she is putting up a good front in the presence of the Vorta, as she tries to keep the past trauma in the past.::

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Yes, as we can detect our Founder.  I want to see their faces when we find him.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Our Jem'Hadar friends will be coming along with your boarding teams.

Host XO_Worthington says:
aFCO: Acknowledged.

Host VortaGalla says:
CO:  Captain, can you notify my men to meet me in the Transporter Room?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO* Yes sir.  Understood. :: sighs::

Host VortaGalla says:
::gives a bow to the CO then stands and moves to the TL::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Kilbrowski*: Bring the Jem'Hadar to Transporter Room 1, they will be joining the boarding party.  ::Nods to a Sec officer to escort the Vorta.::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Kilbrowski> *CO*: Aye sir. :: turns to his charges. ::

Host VortaGalla says:
::wondered if the Captain was going to have him escorted, then waits as the security officer enters the TL::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Kilbrowski> Jem'Hadar: After you gentleman.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Verbally remind the Ferengi that they are better off stopping.  Give them a chance to play it smart.

Host VortaGalla says:
<Jem’Hadar> ::stares a hole through Kilbrowski::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: There's just something about Dominion eyes, dull, lifeless, as if they weren't real.

OPS_Nash says:
::nods::

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> Self: You can say that again Captain.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Kilbrowski> Jem'Hadar: Sir... you need to move back to the transporter room.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Haven’t really dealt with them much. Sounds kind of unsettling.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Ferengi Vessel:  This is the Cherokee, it would be in your best interest for you to stop before you are destroyed.  You wouldn't be able to sell your goods and make a profit if you are destroyed.

Host VortaGalla says:
Jem’Hadar:  Men, we are going to find our Founder.  Be ready.  ::nodding to them to step up on the transporter pad::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Most of my dealing was at about a kilometer or so, but it was close enough.  I almost wish the Ferengi luck, or their customers at least.  Almost.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: checks his men to ensure that each one is properly prepared before having them step onto the transporter pad. :: *CO*: Captain, Team Alamo is standing by on your command.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Daemon Drof> Com: Cherokee: There's also no profit in spending the rest of our lives in a Federation prison!  Not to mention your Dominion allies.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Work with Tactical to bring down their shields, then engines if you can manage it.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Ferengi Vessel:  They are only looking for a friend.  ::she fights back the words  "and they are no friends of mine"::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::starts coordinating with Tactical, using the targeting sensors::

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Captain, they are being their stubborn selves.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> CO:  It sure seems they know why we are after them.

Host VortaGalla says:
ACTION:  The Ferengi ship drops out of warp and comes to a dead stop.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
Team Alamo: Okay folks, keep your cool, watch your step and for goodness sake look out for Tied up Targ!  These guys have weird concepts on pets.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::prepares to bring down the Ferengi's shields::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Let's hope they don't hold too firm, 50 crew can do a lot of damage.

Host VortaGalla says:
<aFCO> :;taps his console and drops the Cherokee out of warp::  CO:  Sir, we are out of warp, and moving slowly towards the Ferengi ship.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Order them to drop shields, or we will bring them down for them.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Ferengi Vessel:  Drop your shields or we will drop them for you.

Host VortaGalla says:
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