Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
USS Cherokee 10710.21 Trials Part 5

Starring 
Trish Yarborough as SM Prosecutor_Bilge, Admiral_Black, and Security
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Defense_Neaj_Lav
Brandon Mitcham as XO_Worthington
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash
Rob Bindles as FCO_ENS_ Zdunovski
Christine Sheed as CEO_Ens_Pasco

Absent 
Mark Haslam as aXO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard
Steve Gelhorn as CMO_Cmdr_McDonald 

LOA
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells 

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Acting Captain's Log Stardate 10710.21 The crew awaits the outcome of the trial for Captain Ayidee. Some of the crew will testify today while the others are on shore leave. Hopefully things will turn for the better.

Host Prosecutor says:
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Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
::In Courtroom with his client, readying for the next witness.::

Host Security says:
FCO:  Your next.  Please follow me inside.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::outside the courtroom, waiting for his turn::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::The FCO is pacing up and as he hears he is next to go in to the room.:: Self: Sigh.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::in the corridor, in close proximity to the courtroom::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
:: The FCO walks into the room and walks to the seat presented to the prosecutor.::

Host Prosecutor says:
FCO:  Please take your seat.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::sitting under a tree in the arboretum, playing with the silk she bought::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says: 
FCO:  It is my understanding that you were serving your last few months as a cadet on the Cherokee.  Is that correct?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Prosecutor: Yes. That is correct.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
FCO:  Were you a cadet at the time of this incident, or had you attained your commission?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Prosecutor: What incident are you talking about?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Nervousness makes the FCO abrupt and pretty undiplomatic.::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
::looks at the ensign with a stunned expression on his face::  FCO:  The unlawful orders given to the crew by Captain Ayidee.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Prosecutor: I was Cadet. Or even before that time.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
FCO:  And was it your understanding that the orders given to pursue Paul LoDuca were lawful orders issued by Starfleet Command?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Looks around in the courtroom. Maybe that could ease him a bit.::
Prosecutor: Orders are orders. I did not question them. I still had to be an ensign. I wanted my commission. So I did not ask. Even now I would do the same.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
FCO:  Thank you Ensign.  Your witness.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::she decides to not interrupt the people around so she goes and sits down, she begins thinking of ways to improve her holo-adventure.::

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
FCO: Interesting take, but what if Captain Ayidee ordered you to take the ship to meet with a slaver ship to pick up some new, ahem, recruits?  Would you question those?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::stands up and wanders further into the trees away from the path, looking for somewhere to sit where she is less likely to be seen::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::she decides to goes get some real inspiration so she goes to the nearest place that has some greenery.::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Defense_Neaj_Lav: Are you in favor of the Captain? That is an odd question, I give you an odd answer. The captain is smart enough to know what is right or not. And I do not know everything. I do not know if he was ordered by Starfleet. Perhaps I should question Starfleet then?

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
FCO: Yes, of course you should.  Such an order would be morally and legally wrong.  So what was different about Captain Ayidee's order?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Defense_Neaj_Lav: Sigh. Nothing?

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
FCO: Nothing?  What is illegal and immoral about pursuing a known terrorist?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Looking to the ceiling.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::finds a spot to sit before allowing herself the luxury of crying softly to herself::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Turns towards the defense.:: Defense_Neaj_Lav: That is what I said. Nothing. Nothing wrong with it.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
ALL:  Objection your honors, the defense is leading the witness!

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
FCO: So it's not wrong to p...

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::she enters the arboretum, hopefully something will come to her.::

Host Admiral_Black says:
ALL:  You let him open the door councilor.  Objection over ruled.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
::Nods to the panel.::  FCO: So it's not wrong to pursue a terrorist, but it is wrong to try to get slaves.  Is that what you're saying?  So the one is allowed without question, while the other wouldn't be?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::wipes the tears from her face, scolding herself inwardly for being so emotional, and wanders back towards the pathway::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
All: I return the question: What is wrong with finding and bringing a terrorist to justice? If LoDuca is a terrorist, then someone called him that officially? I think Starfleet did?  Defense_Neaj_Lav: We did not enslave anybody, and I doubt the captain would give us an order in that way.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::continues to wait patiently, looking over a PADD::

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
FCO: That was my take on it as well.  Panel: That's all I have for this witness.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::she sees another person in the arboretum, so she walks to her::  CEO:  Hello.

Host Admiral_Black says:
FCO:  You are excused Ensign.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Admiral Black: Yes, thank you.
::The FCO stands  up nods friendly to all and leaves the room.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::wipes her face quickly again, hoping her eyes aren't red:: OPS: Hello, have they finished with you over there? ::attempts a smile::

Host Security says:
aCO:  Please follow me.  When you reach the front, please take your seat for questioning.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::rises and follows security::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Yes, a bit ago.  I had to get a change of scenery, so I came here.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::gets to the stand and takes a seat::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  Commander, was it your understanding when you left Starbase 33 to follow Paul LoDuca that these were lawful orders given to the Captain by Starfleet Command?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: Yes, that was my understanding.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  At any time during that mission, did you have reason to NOT believe what you had been told?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS:  Ah yes, it is lovely in here, very relaxing. A few of the crew have had the same idea and passed through today.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: Well, at first I thought it was surprising that we were going on the mission.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
::waits to let him finish::  aCO:  Why was that Commander?

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Oh really.  Oh by the way, I forgot to introduce myself.  I am Lieutenant Commander Kyleigh Nash, I am Head of Operations on the Cherokee.  I hope your quarters assignment meets your standards?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: Frankly, I did not think Starfleet Command wanted LoDuca caught but I also trust the Captain and if he says we go on the hunt, we go.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
@::As the FCO leaves the courtroom he walked straight over to his quarters on the ship. The Spathiphyllum needed water.::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  Why did you believe that of Starfleet Command?  Supposedly he is a known terrorist.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: Because Starfleet Command had gone out of their way to prevent us from catching LoDuca before.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::nods:: OPS: Yes, I recognized you, it is a pleasure to meet you at last. I'm Ensign Liiana Pasco, the new chief grease monkey. I haven't had much opportunity to meet you all with things the way they are.  And yes, my quarters are more than satisfactory.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  I am sure it appears that way at times Commander, but as you well know, sometimes we are on a need to know basis.  Can you tell me when exactly you found out that the orders were Captain Ayidee's and Captain Ayidee's alone?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: That would be when he told me and transferred Command.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  When was that?

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Nice to meet to you.  And I am glad your quarters are to your liking.  I make sure that everyone is comfortable during their tour of duty.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: That was after I had recovered from the Phaser blast I had sustained and returned to active duty.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  Yes, I see that.  And what happened that caused you to be shot? ::thumbing through his papers::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
@Self: This plant is growing out of the pot. I have to split the plant in 3 or 4 new plants. Ah there are the pots. I will put them in there and well, then I have 24 Spathiphyllum. Eh, what? 24? I might sell them on the market. Or offer some of them to my crewmates.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: I was in the process of capturing LoDuca when he got the drop on me. Commander Hazzard shot both of us at close range.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
::Is shocked at how the line of questioning is going.  Wonders where, if anywhere, this prosecutor went to law school.::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  Isn't it true Commander Worthington that you have a vendetta against Paul LoDuca and that is why you never questioned the Captain's orders?

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
Panel: Objection!  Vendetta from Captain Ayidee would be admissible, not from his exec.

Host Admiral_Black says:
aCO:  Over ruled.  ::looking at her fellow members::  We would like to know the answer to that as well.  Answer the question Commander.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: It is true that I have a vendetta against LoDuca, but I never question my Captain’s orders, I trust him implicitly.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: I have lived in some not so comfortable places, my quarters are luxury compared to those. So thank you. ::smiles::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
Judges:  Ah ha!  I believe that the Executive Officer was in league with the Captain.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::The FCO visited the bridge after splitting the Spathiphyllum. Sat down at the console and looked around in the nearly empty bridge.::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::smiles::  CEO:  Good, Good.  Remember, if there is anything I can get you, within reason, let me know.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: Where did you go to law school, Ferenginar?

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
Judges:  Your honor, this is not acceptable.  Please advise the Commander to refrain from making untoward comments.

@FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Self: Will this be the end? The end of the Captain, of me, of the ship? Probably not me. They can make me Cadet again. Hehe. Will the ship will exist after the trial? And the captain? I know one thing for sure. Nothing will be the same again after the trail. Whether the captain looses or wins.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
Self: Untoward doesn't mean inaccurate.

Host Admiral_Black says:
aCO:  Commander Worthington, you will answer only questions put to you and refrain from making comments.  Do you understand?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Judge: I do judge, but he is accusing me, I am not on trial here sir.

Host Admiral_Black says:
aCO:  That could change if you are not very careful Commander.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::looks at the defense attorney to say something::

Host Admiral_Black says:
Prosecutor:  Continue your questioning.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
::Waves the aCO to relax and wait for cross.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: Certainly I will.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
aCO:  I think I am finished Commander.  Your witness.  ::makes a note on his PADD.::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Also, if you need to know some things about some people on this ship, I'll surely try and get you the info you ask for.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: You admitted to having a vendetta against the suspect your ship was pursuing.  Was this based on him doing legal things to best you?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: Ah yes, that reminds me.  Lieutenant Commander Hazzard told me you could fill me in about ducks? ::giggles::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
@::Stands up and walks around on the bridge. Looking closely to all station he has seen before but never closely.::

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::looks incredulously at that question, wondering if he went to the same law school:: Def: It was based on him being an evil murderer who kidnapped me twice and undermined the peace between us and the Romulans.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::laughs::  CEO:  Oh, ducks huh, he just loves it when they chase after him, quacking.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: Then how would you classify that as a vendetta?  Isn't it your job to find and stop those who work against the interests of peace?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: It is one because he made it personal, especially when he threatened my mom.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: OK, an understandable reason.  Has this vendetta ever caused you to fail to meet your responsibilities?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: No. The welfare of my crew is always paramount and it will always be.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS:  He was hesitant to tell me what happened himself, I assume it is a point of embarrassment for him.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
@::Walks over to the captains chair and decides to sit in it. Try how it sits.:: Self: Sits better then my seat. Perhaps I should change position of these seats. Nothing is the same after the trial, so why should these chairs stay the same?

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Well, I'll gladly fill you in later.  Has he told you about the Tree incident?

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: Speaking of welfare, the Prosecution mentioned "sometimes we are on a need to know basis".  Would you say a terrorist with a nearly viable bio-weapon is something most Starfleet ships and Federation worlds have a need to know about?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: I would say someone needed to do something to stop him and someone did.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: No, although I have heard the name Treeboy mentioned in passing. Please elaborate for me. ::smiles sweetly::

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: You mentioned Starfleet seems to have worked hard to keep LoDuca in operation.  Can you give any specific examples of that?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: On multiple occasions they have recalled us from assignment to stop LoDuca so that we can attend a non vital mission of zero importance.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Well, you see, my husband and Mark grew up together and when they were kids, my dear beloved tied up Mark to a tree and left him there, and if I recall correctly, it rained before he got freed from his bonds.  So ever since I heard that story, he has been Treeboy.

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
ALL:  Your honors!  Does the Commander know what is of vital importance to SFC?  No he does not.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: Your ship has been on the hunt for some time, but always for whatever reason he's stayed a week ahead.  How did you track down his location?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
@Self: Well that was good sitting. I think I want to be a captain myself. I want a good seat as well. ::Smiles and walks back to his station.::

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Prosecutor: How would you know, lawyer?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: Well, I am surprised he wasn't more nervous when he was here earlier, being in such close proximity to so many trees.  ::giggles::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  He'll be more nervous if my husband, Kevin, was here too.

Host Admiral_Black says:
aCO:  I am warning you this one time only Commander.  Watch your mouth or you will find yourself in the brig.  Understood?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Judge: Aye.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: Is he posted elsewhere?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: It was a team effort, the crew worked together to find him.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: But you had to do something different this time.  What did you do that you hadn't tried before?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: I don't know, the only difference was that Starfleet Command had not hindered our mission.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  He is currently on board the Cherokee, he was the CSO then he had to take a back burner of his duties so he can do a project.  He had a chance to go to the Academy and teach about the Sciences but he turned them down with the baby nearing and the fact he wanted to be with me and our Twins.  The Academy will be there later.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: Did you ever figure out how someone can keep a fleet of ships operating without the supply trains that keep Starfleet ships working in top order?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: The Chief Tactical Officer found some interesting facts when doing a search through Federation logistical records.

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: So you're saying that LoDuca couldn't keep his ships operating without a Starfleet supply source?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Def: That is correct.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: Ah, just the way you said 'if he was here too' made me wonder.  It is lovely to see he holds family as such a high priority.  If you don't mind me asking, how long until your baby arrives?

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
aCO: That would be interesting to see tracked down, but that's beyond the scope of this court at present.  That's all I have Commander, thank you.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  Well, Amlaruil Ryleigh Dakota Nash will make her debut in about a month or so.  She will join the three-year-old Twins, Nason Liam Trevor and Jorma Kiandra Renee.

Host Admiral_Black says:
aCO:  You are dismissed Commander.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Judge: Thanks your honor. ::steps down, sick by the whole circus and shoots the prosecutor a dirty look::

Host Prosecutor_Bilge says:
Judges:  We rest our case your Honors.

Host Admiral_Black says:
Defense:  Do you have any witnesses to call?

Host aCO_Worthington says:
::walks out of the courthouse:: Out Loud: Wow!

Host Defense_Neaj_Lav says:
Judge: Yes your honors.  For starters, the defendant wishes to take the stand.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
OPS: Beautiful names.  I am still unsure whether I will ever be a mother myself. Watching the way you light up when you talk about your children though, certainly makes it seem more inviting.

Host Admiral_Black says:
Defense:  Proceed.

Host aCO_Worthington says:
Self: I haven't seen that much incompetence since the last Hazzard family reunion.

Host Admiral_Black says:
Defense:  I am sorry, I didn't realize the time.  We will reconvene tomorrow at 0900.  Court adjourned. ::bangs his gavel::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  My entire family is what makes me survive from day to day.  I wouldn't change a thing.  Oh just so you know, the first names of my children are from Betazed, but they go by the second name.

Host Prosecutor says:
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