Host Adm-Alexander says:
USS Cherokee 10708.26 Celebrations Part # 12

Starring 
Trish Yarborough as SM and Adm-Alexander
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee 
Brandon Mitcham as XO_Worthington
Mark Haslam as CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells
Steve Gelhorn as CMO_McDonald

Absent
Becca Shirley as FCO_Shirley
Dave Shirley as CEO-Shirley
Scott Smith as CIV_MacPherson-Quest

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Ship's Log, Stardate 10708.26, Captain Ayidee recording.  The ship is currently docked at Starbase 33's Dry-dock, both for repairs and to keep us isolated to ensure LoDuca's virus doesn't spread to the station.  We are working now to determine how best to proceed next.

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

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::In Ready Room, reviewing reports on repairs and containing the Virus.::

CNS_Wells says:
::Finishing up his scheduled session and having just seen his patient to the door, is now preparing to return to the bridge::

OPS_Nash says:
::on bridge at OPS.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::on the bridge, going over latest department reports::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::checking her luggage, she opens the doors to her quarters and heads for the bridge::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: walks onto the bridge and towards the ready room :: OPS: Have Lieutenant Miller contact me if anything changes with that Meeker guy.  He's standing watch over him in the visitor's quarters.  I'll be in the Captain's Ready Room if you need me.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The supplies needed to repair the Cherokee are slowly making their way to the ship.  Starbase 33 is waiting for the re-supply lists from OPS.

OPS_Nash says:
CTO:  I think he already knows that.  He will tell you anyway in fears of your wrath in case he doesn't.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::stepping into the TL, she waits for the doors to open onto the bridge::

CNS_Wells says:
::He quickly brushes his teeth and combs his hair.  Checking his look in the mirror he makes a mad dash out of his office/quarters and heads for the Turbolift::

CMO_McDonald says:
:: continues working on containing the virus ::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: nods and grins. :: OPS: Just pays to have all my ducks...  ::winces as he realizes what he just said. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::the TL doors open and she steps onto the bridge::  *CO*:  Captain, since the virus is not spreading, I need to be beamed to my office.  

OPS_Nash says:
::she makes the final adjustments to the re-supply lists then she forwards it to Starbase 33, and chuckles at what the CTO said as she knows how he feels about ducks.::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: walks into the RR and looks up at the CO at his desk. :: CO: You rang, Cappy?

CNS_Wells says:
::Moments later he arrives on the bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Adm*: We'll do it as quick as we can.
CTO: Yes, it's time for a strategy session.
*CMO*: If the virus is contained, is there any medical reason to hold the Admiral on board?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
*CO*:  May I join you in your RR?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Sounds like you’re ready to go to war, Cap.  And I'm your soldier if it comes down to it.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Adm*: By all means.

CMO_McDonald says:
:: smiles :: self: Perfect, contained.  Now to store it. :: walks over to a stasis chamber and places the virus in :: *CO* Not that I can think of.  I've just placed the virus in full stasis.  Deck 8 is almost cleared for resumption of normal activity.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CMO*: Very good.

CNS_Wells says:
::Takes his place on the bridge, working at his console, until the Captain is ready for his meeting::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::notices the sudden buzz of activity on the bridge:: CNS: How are you Counselor?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*OPS*: Make the arrangements to have the Admiral Transported to her office.  Try to keep it quiet if you can.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Fine, Sir. I hope you have had a chance to relax a bit after our little adventure?

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  Will do Sir.

CMO_McDonald says:
*CO* Tell the admiral, I need LoDuca’s DNA if this plan is to work.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: A little. Hopefully once this virus is taken care of.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
*CO*:  I am on my way.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: The virus, AND its creator.  I know we will all sleep better once LoDuca and Smith have been dealt with, especially you and I suspect, the Nash family as well.  ::Looks over to OPS as she is working::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: So who else are you planning on including in this little shindig, sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CMO*: Check Starfleet records.  He was in Starfleet years ago, they should still be in there.

CMO_McDonald says:
*CO* understood.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::rings the chime to the RR::

CMO_McDonald says:
:: goes over to the nearest console and starts going through the records ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Yourself, Commander Worthington, Counselor Wells.  Plus I invited LoDuca, but I don't expect him to show up.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: We will get him. It is only a matter of time.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Enter.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: The sooner the better.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Oh, I wish he would.  I have a few things I'd like to discuss with him.  In Sign Language. :: shows his fists and grins. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::the doors open and she enters::  CO:  May I have a moment of your time before I leave?  ::points to the window::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: Of course.  ::Moves off to where she pointed.::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::leans in and whispers::  CO:  They have been approved.  ::grinning at him::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grins and shrugs. :: Adm/CO: I'll just move over here and interrogate this...plant.

CMO_McDonald says:
:: sighs and punches the desk :: Self; Bloody Mary! NOTHING!  Absolutely nothing!

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::turns at the CTO's voice::  CTO:  Is that a new technique Commander?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
Adm: Well at least THIS subject won't go and get all unconscious like the last one.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm/ CTO: I think it's what they call, encouraging a suspect to "turn over a new leaf."

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CTO:  Well you do have a "commanding" presence Mr. Hazzard.  Perhaps honey would help?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Well if they would let me lead the investigation it would be sooner but they have their own interests to look out for.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Don't encourage her Captain.  You know how she gets.  She's almost as bad as Kyleigh.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I agree, too bad LoDuca's trail is getting cold while we are stuck here. Sometimes you have to just do a thing regardless of consent. I think this is one of those times.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::finishes his report:: CNS: Shall we? ::points to the RR::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: After you.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::pushes the door chime::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO/ CNS: Enter.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::standing next to the CO, she waits for the others to join them::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
::leans against the wall and sighs. what is it with women and their need to give him a hard time?::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::enters the RR and takes a seat::

CMO_McDonald says:
*CO/ADM* You're not going to like what I have to report.

CNS_Wells says:
::Follows Worthington into the Ready Room and finds a seat::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CMO*: Just let it out, what do you have?

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::looks to Tio to hear the news from the CMO::

CMO_McDonald says:
*CO* LoDuca's DNA isn't on file anywhere!

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks - Such timing::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO/ CNS: Commanders.  Make yourself comfortable.  We have a bit to discuss.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: perks up as he hears the CMO's communication to the CO. :: *CMO*: Doc, are you saying that his records were wiped clean?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Aye.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::and I should be surprised why::  CO:  Why do you need his medical records?

CMO_McDonald says:
*CTO* Apparently! I'm going to try something else.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CMO*: We'll find it.  For the time being, work on finding a way to locate the virus.  At distance if possible.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
*CMO*: Check the USS Hook's database.  He had to use the ship's transporters to get on board, and if he used the transporters, his DNA pattern will still be in the buffer record.  You can grab it from there.
:: sits down as he finishes with the CMO. ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: It's called contingency planning.  Last ditch effort to be exact.  And you don't want to know.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CTO:  What evidence do you have that he was ever on the hook Commander?
::she raises her eyebrows at the response from the CO::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: arches his eyebrows. :: Adm: And miss a chance to snub his nose at Starfleet?  Oh he was there.  Just to prove he could.

CMO_McDonald says:
*CTO* I'll give it a shot. :: punches in the codes to get access to the Hooks computers ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  I would like to leave on a high note.  Shall we proceed?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: By all means, let's.

CMO_McDonald says:
:: cringes again:: *CO/CTO/ADM* Nothing on the Hook either. It's almost as if he doesn't exist. I'll keep digging.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::nods for Tio to proceed::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::waits for the Captain::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO/ CNS: First order of business, I want to take a minute to congratulate you both on your actions on the Hook.  You not only kept it out of LoDuca's hands, and plans, but you also took out one of his ships.

CNS_Wells says:
::Listens to the Captain speak::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: nods in appreciation, giving both the XO and CNS a grin.  He may not have enjoyed going through it, but it was a darn fine move. ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::opens her folder and hands the letters to the Captain::

CNS_Wells says:
CO: That's good to hear, Sir. From the welcome home we got I for one ::Looks at XO:: was beginning to wonder.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Thank you sir. We just did what we thought was best for the Cherokee.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: In recognition, I present you with and Admiral's Letter of Recognition for your work.
CNS: And I present you with a Captain's letter as well.  You both did outstanding, keeping level headed in impossible odds.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
XO/CNS: I can't say I enjoyed thinking you two were dead, but dang if you didn't make LoDastardly scream like a little girl.  That makes up for it in spades.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO/CNS:  Congratulations to you both.  Outstanding job!

Host XO_Worthington says:
XO/Adm: Thank you both. We appreciate the honors.

CNS_Wells says:
ADM: Thank you Ma'am. I regret we couldn't deliver LoDuca himself.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Don't you worry about it, he's gonna get his, and we'll be there to laugh at him when they haul him away.  That you can be sure of.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CNS:  You will one day, I have never doubted it Gary.  This crew will never give up.

CNS_Wells says:
ADM: No Ma'am we wont give up.  ::Tries to give her his best boyish grin but falls short::

CMO_McDonald says:
:: working harder at finding SOMETHING on LoDuca ::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
XO:  Brilliant maneuver.  Picard would have been proud of you.

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: Yes! But, when? Hasn't this all gone on long enough ::Showing some emotion::

Host XO_Worthington says:
Adm: Thank you. Hoped I wouldn't have to try that one out.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Gary, look at me.  Do I look like I'm going to give up.  EVER?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*OPS*: Once the supply effort is ready, Doctor McDonald is looking for LoDuca's medical information in the computers.  Your skills might be helpful in that regard.

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  I'll do what I can, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: It's not gone on long enough, it's gone on too long.  But we'll have to see if we can end it.

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: I know no one on this ship will give up, what I can't understand is why Starfleet or the Federation doesn’t seem to think Genocide is much of a priority.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Some people still hold old grudges.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Then we'll make it a priority.  You and me buddy.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm: We've cleared you for Transport back to the Starbase whenever you're ready.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ALL: You know I have been trying to rectify that situation.  Someone at the top keeps blocking me.  I am doing my part and won't quit either.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: I've been told LoDuca has friends in high places. I'm finding it difficult to trust my superiors, so much so that I won't even send them a proper log report.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Thank you Tio.  Tell Kyleigh I am ready when she is. ::she steps back away from the others::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
Adm: Someone is getting in your way?  Oh boy, talk about having a death wish.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*OPS*: Admiral Alexander is ready for Transport.

OPS_Nash says:
::she begins to look though the database on anything pertaining to LoDuca::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::grins at the CTO:  CTO:  They just don't know it yet Mark!

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  Yes, Sir.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  OPS transports the Admiral to her quarters on Starbase 33.

Host Adm-Alexander  (Transporter.wav)

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO/ CNS/ CTO: Repairs should only take a few days.  But I'm going to keep the reports that we're still under a quarantine for some time longer.  I want to get back in the hunt before he knows we're coming.  Question is, what do we do when we do depart?

CNS_Wells says:
::Watches the Admiral vanish::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I would say that we are following an important lead and that we must maintain radio silence.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Captain, I suggest we use the path the Hook used as a way to determine which planet that LoDingaling would use as a base of operations.  His Warbirds need supplies just like any other ship.  I say we track him down by the logistics chain.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
@::appearing in her quarters on the base, she is met by her daughter, chatting like a magpie::

CNS_Wells says:
CO: We need to form a solid plan, where everybody is on the same page. Its time for teamwork not the time for individual heroism.  And if we cant rely on Starfleet for support I say we look elsewhere because we are going to need the assist.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: You think the Romulans might give us a hand?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Raal?

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Raal can't be all that happy with a lunatic in command of Romulan/Reman technology.

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: Yes, I do. They have the most to loose if LoDuca prevails.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: The enemy of my enemy is my friend, huh?

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: And I bet the Vulcans would be interested too, or at least they should be.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
@::as she hugs her daughter, she see the light blinking on her computer.  She walks over and open up the priority one communiqué and begins to read::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grimaces :: CNS: I'll let you handle the Vulcans.  That lot and me have nothing to say to each other.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO/ CNS/ CTO: Raal is an option, but we'll need to get her a message through, um, secondary channels.  If too many people know, it increases the chances that one of his moles will hear too much.

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: Exactly, Sometimes enemies can come together for a common good.  We did, didn't we? ::Smiles at CTO trying to lighten up a bit::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Captain, I've a few retired folks that used to crew with us that do merchant runs near the Neutral zone.  We could use them to ferry a message to Raal discretely.

OPS_Nash says:
*CMO*:  It was brought to my attention that you may need a little assistance in finding some important info on LoDuca.  I'm doing what I can for you, I'll  let you know what I come up with.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
::as she continues to read, her face turns beet red!::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Darn right we did.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grins, glad at least he could cheer up the CNS somehow. ::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::smiles realizing that the gloves may have finally just come off::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Captain, I can make the appropriate requests to my contacts immediately.  I also recommend contacting the Klingons.  Any chance they can get to take a Warbird out of service, I'm more than sure they'll jump at the chance.  We can just say LoDaffy called them all a bunch of pansies.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: LoDuca has his army of mislead followers, no reason we couldn't form our own army.  The Cherokee doesn’t have to go it alone.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Prepare the lines of communication, including the means of getting word to them quick and quiet.  If we can get this pulled off, we'll need to move fast.

CMO_McDonald says:
*OPS* Great.. keep me appraised. I'm looking for his DNA records.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO/XO/CNS: Well this is one sheriff that wouldn't mind having a posse of his own to hunt this varmint down.

OPS_Nash says:
*CMO*:  Understood.  I'll keep you appraised.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: nods and walks out of the RR, moving to the Tactical station. :: OPS: Kyleigh, I need a priority channel, decrypt channel Hazzard Beta Three.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO/CNS: Hopefully we can catch him with his guard down for a moment.

OPS_Nash says:
CTO:  Right away.  ::gives him the channel he requests.::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: There's strength in numbers.  Let's make this the last time we go after that nasty bloke and his psycho girlfriend.

Host Adm-Alexander says:
@COM: Cherokee:  This is Admiral Alexander.  I need to speak to the Captain now, and alone.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: begins to send out messages to his contacts, having them send the word for Raal to contact the captain, using discretion as necessary.  Also having one of his contacts send word out to the local Klingon embassy to contact Captain Ayidee in regards to hunting down a rogue Warbird. ::

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  ADM:  Understood.  Stand-by.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CNS: Agreed. CO: If you will excuse us, we will begin our preparations.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO/ CNS: Very good.  Why don't the two of you see if you can find anything solid to go after, so we know where to go when ready to depart.  Check the Logistics chain as Commander Hazzard suggested.  It's a good start.

OPS_Nash says:
*CO*:  Captain, Admiral Alexander is calling and urgently needing to speak with you, ALONE.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Aye sir. ::heads back to his station::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
OPS: Dang, we haven't gotten back for a few minutes and he's already getting sent to the principal's office.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: What about contacting the Romulan Empire or the Vulcan Assembly?

CNS_Wells says:
::Stands to head back to the bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Try the Vulcans.  I'll try and get word to the Romulans.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: Thank you, Sir. ::Exits RR with determination::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Sits down when the door closes.::  COM: Adm: Go ahead Admiral.

CNS_Wells says:
::Goes to his place on the bridge::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
ACTION:  The Admiral tells the Captain about her communication with Starfleet Command.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: That was some good ideas you were kicking out, Gary.  Seriously.  Glad your on our side.

CNS_Wells says:
::Smiles:: CTO: I've just begun to kick backside. Been hangin' out with you too long, I guess, huh?

CNS_Wells says:
::Goes to work on his console::

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: No such thing as too long.  Just you wait till I teach you how to make my galactically famous "Thermo-nuclear Chili"  then you'll really be an official Texan.

OPS_Nash says:
::she continues her painstaking search for any data on LoDuca that could help the CMO.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::back at his station he begins to look at the sector reports::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Starts suggesting reasons to not give up the chase while in E Conference with the Admiral.::

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: I could never be a Texan, I'm a vegetarian. ::Laughs::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
@COM: CO:  I will continue with my efforts Tio.  Just keep the crew calm.  We will prevail.

CTO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: chuckles as he continues to call out all his favors with the merchant element. :: CNS/XO: Any one else feel like we're gearing up for a final showdown, because I can't help but have a good feeling about this.

CNS_Wells says:
::Begins a draft of a message to send to the Vulcan Assembly::

Host Adm-Alexander says:
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