Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10705.20 Investigations Part #14

Starring 
Trish Yarborough as SM and Admiral_Alexander
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee and Barrister_Unteresser  
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent D. Worthington III 
Mark Haslam as CTO Mark Hazzard
Dawn Freeman as OPS Kyleigh Nash
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells
Steve Gelhorn as CMO_McDonald
Scott Smith as CIV_MacPherson-Quest and SFI_Allen

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Ship's Log, Stardate 10705.20, Captain Ayidee recording.  The Cherokee has received orders to turn over the investigation of the Ferengi vessel to Starfleet Intelligence, but before we could hand things over, things changed.  The Ferengi crew has initiated a self destruct sequence, an over reaction based on the relatively minor charges.  We sent a team over to stop it, and Commander Hazzard is still over there, trying to stop the final countdown.

Host SM-Trish says:
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Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  As the countdown has reaches one, a voice comes over the COM.  
<Recorded Message> All: Because the owner has not paid the insurance deposit on this ship, it cannot fulfill the request for self-destruction.  Until the balance has been paid, this vessel remains the property of The Treasury Insurance Agency.  That is all.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
@:: stares at the ceiling after hearing the announcement. :: Self: I can't believe I owe my life to a bounced check.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::return to the bridge, sans SFI Allen:: CO: Sir, I tried my best but that guy is absolutely unreasonable. He claims that we are all going down.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: I take it is a good sign that space is not glowing brightly.
OPS Contact Commander Hazzard, see if things have been resolved.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::At the Flight console and checking things. Frowning eyebrows, when he heard the statement.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: He can try, we did things by the book.  If he comes, he'll have to deal with me.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
@:: breathes a sigh of relief and shakes his head, tapping his Combadge. :: *CO*: Captain, this is Commander Hazzard.  The countdown has been aborted, no explosion on the to do list as far as I know.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan finishes unpacking and setting up his new digs. Now for the final touch, he sets a picture of he and his family down on the table near his bed.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Good work, we'll bring you home then.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: If I didn't know any better I would think he was sent here just to agitate me into a physical altercation.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Bring us within Transporter Range.
OPS: When we're in range, beam our straggler back.

OPS_Nash says:
::at OPS, relieved to hear that the CTO is still around::  CO:  Aye, Sir.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Yes sir.  ::Gently moving the controls, to get into Transporter Range.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: He'd be a fool to try it.  Even if he had a shot one on one, he'd have a whole ship to deal with if he tried that.

Host SM-Trish says:
<North Star> #COM: Cherokee:  Are you ready for your prisoners to be transported?

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: In range.

OPS_Nash says:
*CTO*:  Prepare to come home.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  North Star:  Stand by.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::Slowing down the velocity.::

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  North Star is wondering if we are ready to transport our prisoners.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*OPS*: I'm waiting and ready.  This place is giving me the creeps already.

SFI_Allen says:
::touches his Combadge:: *CO*: I am ready to take the body of Quirk with me back to SFI HQ.

Host SM-Trish ACTION:  OPS transports the CTO back to the Cherokee.   (Transporter.wav)

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Let them know they are welcome to them.  Don't think they'll be able to hold Unteresser long, but they might have more luck than we would in that regard.

OPS_Nash says:
*CTO*:  Prepare to come home.  ::beams the CTO back::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*SFI*: Understood, are you taking the Ferengi Lawyer back to investigate further his role in the information trail?

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  North Star:  You are welcome to them.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: stretches as he finds himself back in familiar and welcome territory. *CO*: Captain, I'm back on board.  Shall I oversee the transfer of personnel?  I'm sure the SFI monkey is having fun dealing with them.  I sure didn't.

SFI_Allen says:
*CO*: Yes I will

Host SM-Trish says:
<North Star> $COM: Cherokee:  Understood ::the OPS person begins to chuckle before ending the COM:

Host XO_Worthington says:
::breathes a sigh of relief knowing that he is leaving::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*SFI*: He's currently in the Conference Room, I'll have him escorted to Transporter Room 1 to save you the trip.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Understood, we need to have Barrister Unteresser escorted to Transporter Room for transfer to the North Star.  He’s already got the remains of Quirk.

SFI_Allen says:
*CO*: Thank you Sir ::heads to transporter room 1 with Quirks body in a casket::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO*: Sir, did you say remains?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Affirmative, he didn't survive, and Intel is taking his remains for further investigation.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan leaves his quarters and heads for the Bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: When everything that's heading to the North Star is over there, inform the North Star we're returning to Starbase as ordered.
FCO: Once that happens, lay in a course for the Betazed system, Warp 6.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Yes, Captain.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  SFI Allen arrives in the transporter room with Quirks body, waiting for the lawyer to arrive.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: curses as he realizes this is going to come back to bite him in the tender spots. :: *CO*: Acknowledged.  I doubt our SFI guest is too pleased with that.  Will you need my report?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: This could have gone better, but it could have gone worse.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Copy that.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Unfortunately, SFI is going to try to say that Commander Hazzard was either negligent in his handling of Quirk or worse. We will have to exonerate him I am afraid.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Affirmative on that, but don't worry about it.  From the initial reports, I've seen nothing the crew did wrong in the process.  If Intel thinks there is, they can take it up with me.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::Preparing course for Betazed, At warp 6.::

SFI_Allen says:
::Allen arrives in transporter room 1 and he is not a very happy camper at the present moment::

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  North Star:  Once the transfer is complete, we will be heading to Starbase as ordered.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO*: Acknowledged, on my way to escort our lawyer buddy. :: Makes his way quickly to pick up the lawyer and get him off his ship as quickly as possible. ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: They can try, but as I just told the Commander, they will need to get past me first.  We followed procedure, it's just we got out maneuvered.  Can't check everything in every situation.

Host SM-Trish says:
<North Star> #COM: Cherokee:  Understood, we will relay that message.  Waiting for the transfer Cherokee.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  North Star:  Stand by.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::The turbo-lift arrives on the Bridge. When the doors open, Ewan steps off onto the Bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Welcome back, Captain.  Everything settled for you?

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Yes Sir, I'm all unpacked and settled, at least for the moment. ::Ewan smiles::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: steps off of the TL and enters the Conference Room briskly, looking at the Ferengi with a stern no-nonsense expression. :: Unteresser: Get up and lets go.  Your ride is here and you have officially overstayed your welcome.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Has everything quieted down with Star Fleet Intelligence?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I wish I shared your confidence on the matter, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Unteresser>: CTO: Looks like your Captain gave up the game then.  Lead the way so I can move on to the next stage.  ::Rises and follows the CTO.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV/ XO: As of right now I'm considering it finished.  If they want to make more out of it, we'll deal with that when the charges come.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: holds his arm to bar the Ferengi's way. :: Unteresser : Just a word of advice.  Never underestimate Captain Ayidee.  Because the funny thing is, just when you think you've beaten him.  That’s when he kicks you in the soft spot.  Now lets move.  Your stinking up my ship. :: takes the lawyer by the arm and hauls him towards the transporter room. ::

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO/XO: Since I myself am retired SFI if the need arises I will talk with them.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Very good.  If it does come to anything, I'd guess it's going to be less than a normal channels investigation.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CIV: How long ago did you leave SFI?

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The CTO arrives in the TR and all but lifts the Ferengi lawyer onto the pad with SFI Allen.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: turns to the transporter tech. :: Transporter Tech:  Get this garbage off my ship, immediately!

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::turns to the XO:: XO: Just a little over a month ago. Why?

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  North Star:  Transfer about to commence, Stand by to receive.

Host SM-Trish ACTION:  Allen, Quirk, and the lawyer are beamed to the North Star. (Transporter.wav)

Host XO_Worthington says:
CIV: Just curious. So, what brought you to our neck of the woods?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO*: Captain, our guests are off the ship.  Permission to shower and start the lengthy process of getting the stink of lawyer off of me?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Granted, we'll see you in a bit.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Course is laid in to Betazed. Warp 6.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Engage.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Don't know, I was home enjoying my retirement when some fresh faced Ensign came to me with a PADD containing orders that I was to report to the Cherokee. Why, that I do not know.

Host SM-Trish says:
<North Star> #COM: Cherokee:  We have them.  God's speed Cherokee.  North Star out.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: We are on the way sir. ::While clicking the right button to fly out.::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CO*: Acknowledged.  Is our new Civilian Specialist with you?  If he is can you send him down to my quarters?  I need to reopen his security clearance and firearm qualification schedule.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CIV: Well, I am sure you will enjoy your time here with us.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV/ XO: Apparently someone thought we could use you here.  Sounds like Commander Hazzard wants to meet you soon as well, when you get a moment.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO/XO: As a matter of fact I am free as of right now. If you'll excuse me gentlemen.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: I let him know, he'll catch up with you soon.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::makes mental note to check on the CIV's story::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: enters into his quarters and removes his uniform jacket, grabbing something to drink from the Replicator as he takes a seat at his desk. :: *CO*: Thanks sir.  I think I've had my fill of boarding parties this week.  Kindly blow up any other ships that come our way.  Just saves us time, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Just so you know the CoC make up, Commander Hazzard is also our 2nd Officer.  He can help if you need something from the crew, seems to have a good feel for the pulse of the ship.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Thank you, I'll make sure to get his help when the need arises ::Being able to read people, Ewan gets the feeling the XO doesn't trust him. He turns to the XO:: XO: I have this feeling that you don't trust me.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CIV: That is an unfair question, I don't even know you. ::answering his bluntness with bluntness::

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Sorry Commander. It's just that my specialty was on reading people's and other lifeforms emotions. An old habit I'm afraid. ::He nods and smiles at Worthington:: So if you'll excuse me I'll be on my way to the CTO's quarters. ::he turns for the turbo-lift::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  Several days later, the Cherokee is entering the Betazed System.  A call come in from the Admiral.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
%COM: Cherokee:  This is Admiral Alexander.  Welcome home everyone.  Is the Captain or XO available Kyleigh?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: idly reads a few of the latest sit reps concerning the Tholian Assembly's borders as he sips at a cup of coffee. ::

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  ADM:  Whether they are ready or not, I'll get someone.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
$COM: OPS:  Glad to see you still have a sense of humor Kyleigh!  How are the kids doing?

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Do you want me to circle the planet, or hold at another position?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::finishing up his report on the Quirk investigation, wondering what SFI is up to.::

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Admiral Alexander is on the COM, wanting to speak with you.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: We'll get docking assignments from Starbase 33.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Put her on screen.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  ADM:  They are fine, even the one I am expecting.  All is good.  Putting the you on screen now Admiral.    ::activates view screen::

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Aye sir, preparing for docking at Starbase 33.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Commander, have you seen the latest on the new frigate/corvette conversion they've seen popping out of Tholian space? :: sends the information to the XO's PADD. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
$COM: CO:  Welcome home everyone!  Tell the FCO he is to dock at level 11, port 22.  It is a civilian space.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Adm: Admiral, pleasant to see you.  Civilian slot?  Is this for the, how do they say it, shin dog?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Shin dig, sir.  Shin Dig

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: I will have to check it out. Thanks. By the way, we need to talk when you are free. On the record, unfortunately.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
$COM: CO:  Yes, you might say that.  Once you have docked, I need your senior staff in my office please.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::Slowly moving towards the Starbase and looking to the ports.::  Self, but audible: This is even bigger than our planet.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Adm: Understood.  We'll be there as soon as the ship is secure.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Understood sir.  I already know what its going to be about.  Been expecting it really.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<Starbase 33> %COM: Cherokee:  This is Starbase 33.  You are cleared for docking.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: bring us in to docking level 11, port 22.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Hey, easy on the paint job their, newbie.  You do realize we expect any scratches to be repaired by hand.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::As soon as the docking port is seen, the FCO drifts towards it. A small bumb is felt during Docking::
Self: have to learn, that I wait for the orders.
CO: We have docked

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO/FCO: Don't scare him Commander. We don't want him to know what happened to the last FCO.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Get us on station power.
CTO: Coordinate with Commander Montegue, make sure Security arrangements are secure.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::Looking strange with the eyes peering towards the ceiling::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grins as he remembers his own stint as FCO. :: XO: I still can't believe we were able to clean that mess up off the Shuttlebay floor.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Aye sir.  Top Priority.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Aye.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO/CIV: Did they finally clean that up? We were just chucking an old softball at it for the longest time.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Senior Staff*: Admiral Alexander needs to see us in her office as soon as the ship is secured.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<SB 33> %COM: Cherokee:  We are ready to connect docking clamps and move you to station power.

OPS_Nash says:
::she gets everything in motion to connect the Cherokee to station power::

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  SB33:  We are prepared to receive power.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<SB33> %COM: Cherokee:  Understood, switching to base power now.  Docking clamps are engaged.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  SB33:  Confirmed.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
COM:SB33: Montegue:  Commander, this is Commander Hazzard on the Cherokee, Authorization Tango Echo Two Five Niner,  Have security protocols been met on your side?  I have Kilbrowski finishing up preparations on mine.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<SB33> %COM: Cherokee:  Tell your FCO to shut down his engines before he takes this dock out.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Newbie, disengage impulse engines.  They tend to get a bit nervous when you leave the engines running.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
::Pulling the eyes back to the console, and shutting down the power:: CTO: Power is down.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<Montegue> %COM: CTO:  That is an affirmative.  All security personnel will be on high alert.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  SB33:  Will do.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
Self: Did I hear another Polish name? Kilbrowski?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Then let's get to Admiral Alexander's meeting.  I think we have an unusual few days coming up.  Hope they work as planned.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Don't sweat it.  Just wait till the OPS tells you about my first mission on the Cherokee.  It involves the XO disguised as a Romulan, me in a science uniform and tackling a waiter with Tellerite Cheese Balls.  Good stuff.

OPS_Nash says:
FCO:  Kindly disengage the engines before you take out the dock out.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CTO: Thanks. Will manage it, in the end. Else it is the end of my career.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
COM: Montegue:  Good work Commander,  I'm sending my aTO down to coordinate the docking schedule and further updates while I go get my head yapped at by the higher ups.  Wanna trade?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
<Montegue> %COM: CTO:  No way Jose!  Can't wait to hear what happened, but I have to go.  See you later.  Montegue out!

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
CTO: Was that bump that hard?

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
Self: I am happy I did not crash dive the Starbase, oof.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Do you want me to tag along?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Certainly, at least let you get to know the Admiral.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Hopefully it isn't any bad news, we could use a bit of luck for a change.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grins as he gathers up his mission reports and other such documents onto his PADD. :: CIV: Her bark is rarely as bad as her bite.  And she's not a bad kisser either. :: grins as he lets that comment hang as he enters the TL. Letting the doors shut before they may comment. ::

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO/CTO: I wonder if the Admiral knows my father, Admiral Richard MacPherson.

FCO_Cdt_Zdunowski says:
Self: I can be that stupid, sometimes. ::The eyes went sky high again::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: I think it involves the Starbase Anniversary, although I could be wrong.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Wow, didn't know they celebrated this dump not getting blowed up for whatever length of time, seems like overkill.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
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