USS Cherokee 10802.24 The Cat House Part 8

Starring 
Trish Yarborough, SM and Executive Producer
Steve Weller as Acting SM and CIV_Ayidee 
Brandon Mitcham as CO_Worthington 
Mark Haslam as XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard 
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash 
Rob Bindles as FCO_ENS_ Zdunovski
Christine Sheed as CEO_Ens_Pasco
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells 

Absent
Steve Gelhorn as CMO_Cmdr_McDonald 

Host CO_Worthington says:
Captain's Log Stardate 10803.02
The crew hurries in preparations for the journey home. We have no idea if the Borg technology will succeed but we are all as confident as we can be. Now we just need some good luck.

Host Trish says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO_Worthington says:
::On the bridge, waiting for all departments to report ready.::

CNS_Wells says:
::On the bridge waiting to hear what the Away Team has to say::

CIV_Ayidee says:
::Returning to the Bridge as quickly as possible after changing back into uniform.::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: quickly smoothes out his uniform as he enters the TL to the bridge, his mind contemplating the last question he has come up with. ::

CIV_Ayidee says:
::Pops out the Jeffries Tube into the Observation Lounge and enters the Bridge.::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Run-fall behind the XO on to the bridge.::

CNS_Wells says:
CIV/FCO: Welcome back.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grins as he helps the FCO back to his feet as they enter the bridge. :: FCO: You get a ten for effort but a six for delivery there, ensign.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Commander.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Counselor.  Hope things haven't been too boring without me.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Out of breath:: CNS:  Well, ::sighs:: thank you. ::Sigh::  Need more training ::sigh:: I guess.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CNS: Thank you, just wish we had better luck.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Oh, things have been quite interesting.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Captain, a word with you in the Ready Room if you can spare it?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Smiles at the XO's text.::

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Sure. 
CNS: You have the bridge.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::returning to the bridge realigning all Isolinear chips that coordinates with the Borg/Starfleet hopeful successful interface.::

CNS_Wells says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Worthington says:
::heads for Ready Room::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: walks towards the Ready Room, opening the doors and allowing the Captain to enter before he does as well. :;

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Walks over to his station.::

Host CO_Worthington says:
::enters and takes a seat:: XO: What have you got for me?

CNS_Wells says:
CIV: So, I guess the Captain is planning on a try for home.  Are we ready, you think?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: waits for the doors to close behind him before answering. :: CO: Its more of a nagging concern more than anything else.  Sir, I think we should look into someway to close the temporal anomaly before we think about returning to our own time.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CNS: We won't know until we try it.  Theoretical Science is Theoretical because we don't have the answers.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: There seems to be a lot of that going around.

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: You have any ideas Mr. Hazzard? I am listening.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::she enters a Turbolift, mentions her destination, and within a few moments she walks onto the bridge and returns to her post.::

CNS_Wells says:
FCO: A nice bit of remote flying out there, Ensign. I was impressed.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CNS: It's part of the work we've chosen to pursue.  ::Moves to Science 1 and reviews the data from the flight.::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: looks a bit sheepish about the CO's question. :: CO: None that I can think of.  Its just the idea of having a hole in time that anyone can just slip through is a might bit disconcerting to me.  Especially given who's space were occupying right now.  The Cardassians, Orions, and Ferengi would love to have an opportunity to jump into the past.  And I doubt they would be all that worried about changing the time line as we are.

CNS_Wells says:
CIV/FCO: What about the permanent damage to either the shuttle or, more importantly, the Lyncis?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CNS: Thank you sir. I was good at it. Got a nine for it. No errors at all. Except I flew it backwards at maximum warp.

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: We don't have the resources available to us now. If we can return to our own time, then we have a much better chance at dealing with the anomaly there.

CNS_Wells says:
FCO: Well, it isn't something I can do, so great job.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Understood.  I just didn't want to be voicing this in front of the crew.  They've been put through the ringer enough on this as it is.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::At the main deflector controls, checking over the Borg-Starfleet chronoton device one more time::

CIV_Ayidee says:
CNS: I don't expect there to be any, or very few at most.  It may put a strain on the ship's somewhat, but it's not like flying at high Warp through an ion storm.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CNS/CIV: As far as I know the Lyncis is fine. The shuttle?  Well the thing is bit older now. That is what you can see on it. I am not sure if Ayidee has seen more things.

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Agreed. Once we get home, if we get home, it will be our first priority. We wouldn't want some poor vessel to get caught like us.

CNS_Wells says:
CIV: I just didn't feel like bringing any bad news to our Caitian friends.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Aye sir.  Other than that, no complications, other than the fact that the anomaly seems to be stuck in a one way mode of operation.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CNS: I don't blame you.  Luckily, at this point the only problem is we aren't home yet.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: That and I think the Shuttlecraft just had its warranty expired.

CNS_Wells says:
FCO: Aged, huh? Can it be corrected?

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Well we will have to deal with that one later. Have all department heads signal there readiness and then we will get under way.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Aye sir.  Thanks for hearing me out. ::nods to the Captain and walks out onto the bridge.::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CNS: I think Doctor Pasco has a nice anti-aging for it, if I am correct.

CNS_Wells says:
CIV: Well, hopefully Ensign Pasco will get that Borg thingy to get us home.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
ALL: Status Report, all stations.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
XO: Flight console green. Good to go.

Host CO_Worthington says:
::bows his head slightly, hoping that all will go well::

CNS_Wells says:
FCO: Excellent we need both ships in best condition.  Lives may depend on it if the Admiral finds we have wrecked another shuttle. ::Smiles::

CIV_Ayidee says:
XO: Reviewing the Sensor readings from the excursion, looking for anything we missed in real time.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::satisfied that all is in order, heads to the TL to make her way back to the bridge::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Has Medical checked in with their status?

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
XO:  After doing an Isolinear chips static discharge in the Borg/Starfleet interface room, we are ready to try that route back home at someone's discretion.

Host CO_Worthington says:
::rises form his chair, heads back to the bridge and takes the center seat::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: All's quiet in Sickbay, Sir. I've asked Doctor Monroe to stay on top of things.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<CTO Miller> XO: All decks show as green,  shields and weapons on standby just in case, sir.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Soon as we here from Engineering we should be ready to go, sir.

CNS_Wells says:
::Works on console, sends memo to Sickbay::

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Acknowledged.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: walks over to the Engineering console on the upper tier of the bridge, checking over the various reports displayed. ::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Taps nervously on the console. He feels the tension of all. Awaiting Pasco's news.::

CNS_Wells says:
CO: So, can we go home now?

Host CO_Worthington says:
CNS: As soon as Engineering gets back form their coffee break.

CNS_Wells says:
All: Unless Mr. Hazzard wants to order some take-out first?
CO: I'm ready when you are, Sir. ::Smiles::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: The Chief should be up here shortly, she's just returning from reviewing the linkage of the device to the deflector dish again.  She's definitely thorough.  I'll give her that.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::Steps out on to the bridge::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Thorough is good.

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Speak of the devil.

CNS_Wells says:
CEO: Ah, speak of the devil.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: turns to face the CEO and gives her a grin. :: CEO: Status report on the linkage, Ms. Pasco?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CNS/CO: And the devil shall appear. ::smiles::
XO: All looks good and ready to go sir.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CEO: Never had a doubt, Ensign. :: gives her a pat on the shoulder before walking down to take his chair. ::

CNS_Wells says:
::Watches the XO in action. Thinks-Speaking of horny little devils.::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: looks over at the CNS and gives him a puzzled look :: CNS: What?

Host CO_Worthington says:
OPS: Put me on shipwide.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I didn't say anything, Sir.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Aye.  ::puts the ship on Shipwide::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: How did your away mission go?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: leans back in his chair and speaks quietly so as not to interrupt the Captain while he makes his announcement. :: CNS: Not so bad, I'll tell you about it later.

Host CO_Worthington says:
ALL: Crew, this is the Captain speaking. In a few moments we are going to transfer power to the Borg device in an attempt to head home. Some non-essential areas will be without power. I trust all of you are prepared and that we will get home safely. Captain Worthington out.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::Stands by the Engineering console watching the various displays there::

CNS_Wells says:
XO: I look forward to it.

CNS_Wells says:
::Listens to CO::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::listens to the CO's announcement and smiles to herself::

CIV_Ayidee says:
CEO/ OPS: What kind of sensor signature will that put out?

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Begin power transfer.
FCO: Set course for home, around the anomaly.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Gets to rest. Nerves gone.::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CEO: Chief, begin power transfer to the Borg device.  Gradual increase as we discussed.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Turns his head around and speaks pretty loud.:: CO: YES SIRRRR!

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Easy there sparky.

CNS_Wells says:
::Sits still and stays quiet while the others do their thing::

Host CO_Worthington says:
::smiles at the FCO's enthusiasm::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
ALL:  Pun intended, about time.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
XO: Sorry sir, for letting me go.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
:: Plots course around the anomaly.::  CO: Course plotted. Will go on your command.

Host CO_Worthington says:
FCO: Engage.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
OPS:  That was awful, Kyleigh.  You really need to learn to "time" your jokes better.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CIV: There will be an increase in our power signature temporarily, but we have built in some buffering to hopefully counteract it as much as possible.

Host CIV_Ayidee says:
CO: Tuning sensor pallet in sections 18 and 342 to sense Chronoton energy.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: Yes, uhm, yes sir.  Engaging.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Yeah, Yeah, Yeah.  'Time' will tell.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Impulse engines fire up. Everybody can feel that the ship is getting to move. You can even feel the dust drops of the Cherokee. He shakes the Cherokee a bit and sets course.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: Yes sir.  ::gradually increases the power feed to the chronoton device::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CIV: See if you can direct the secondary sensor pallets to compensate for any feedback we might get.  Might reduce lag time between the receivers and the computer.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: On Impulse.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: covers his face at the OPS's latest pun. :: OPS: Honestly.  Do you stay up all night thinking these up or is this a side effect of the pregnancy.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Checks for enemy ships in the meantime, and prepares for a warp field.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: Power at 25% sir and increasing.

CNS_Wells says:
::Monitors vitals of the bridge crew::

CIV_Ayidee says:
XO: Will adjust if we get feedback.  So far everything running as expected.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
XO:  It's either Time jokes or back to Treeboy. ::smiles widely::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CEO: Count it off in 25 percent intervals, Ensign.  Nice and steady.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Heading directly to the anomaly, but taking a side tour as the ship nears it.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: 50%  ::tries to hide her nerves, this is exciting but scary::

Action: A small vortex opens, approximately 10 meters across.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: Still on impulse, and we are going parallel on the anomaly
Self: Wow

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: 75% power and all readings are stable.

CNS_Wells says:
::Looks up to see what there is to see on the main view screen::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: slowly walks up to the engineering station.  Standing beside the CEO and trying to give her a center of calm. :: CEO: Your doing good.  Don't worry about it.

Action: The vortex grows to 30 meters.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CIV: Is that vortex an expected result?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Self: We still do not fit in.

Host CO_Worthington says:
FCO: Keep us steady, Ensign.

CIV_Ayidee says:
XO: I believe that's the opening we're looking for.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: 100% power achieved sir. All readings appear within projected limits and are holding stable.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: I keep it steady, but it is the side effect of the vortex. By the way. I can engine warp in milliseconds. All prepared.

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks - Tight squeeze::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CEO: Good job.  Stand bye to engage when the word is given.

Host CO_Worthington says:
FCO: Just stay on this course.

Action: The vortex again increases to about 70 meters and becomes stable.

CNS_Wells says:
FCO: You'll be fine, Ensign, you're good at this, remember?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Captain, I say its time we end this history lesson.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: Yes sir. It is cramped, but I can make it with a scratch or 2.

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Make it happen.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Oh, lets avoid the scratches.  The Captain is death on those that mess up the paint job.

Host CIV_Ayidee says:
XO: Picking up Federation Time beacon.  It's close to the point we left, about 2 weeks off.  Opening appears a bit small.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CEO: Ensign.  Engage the Chron...Time...Thingy.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CNS: Thanks for the confidence.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
XO: I'll do my best sir.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: sighs as he can never remember the name of the device. ::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Oh he'll just send you out to repaint.

CNS_Wells says:
FCO: We all have it in you, and you need to have it in yourself.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: Aye Sir. and its a Chronoton Displacement Device ::taps the console a few times, feeding the power through the main deflector::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::The ship is shaking fiercely, but he keeps it pretty stable.:: All: Yes, I can make it.

Host CO_Worthington says:
::grabs onto his chair as the turbulence grows::

CNS_Wells says:
::Hangs on, refusing to fall on the floor::

CIV_Ayidee says:
All: Opening appearing, but a bit smaller than we need.  What happens if we try to squeeze through?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: whispers to the CEO :: CEO: Thanks.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::The ship crawls through the opening. Inch by inch.::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::holds on to her console.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::smiles  and holds onto the console, watching the readings::

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Transfer all emergency power.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: Sir? I think I can see the exit point.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grips the railing above the command area as he stays on his feet. :: ALL: Seatbelts might be a good idea people!

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Looks for more dampening power. Finds a way and stabilizes the ship more::

CNS_Wells says:
::Thinks - Okay, this is scary::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
All: Is that better?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::resists the urge to close her eyes::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CEO: Structural integrity holding up?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Shaking is getting to a minimum.::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
All: All readings are holding stable, even if it doesn't feel like it.
XO: Yes sir.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CEO: Opening only about three quarters our width.  What happens if we don't fit in the hole?  Can we squeeze it open safely?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: chuckles and tries to lighten the mood. :: ALL: I've ridden more uppity broncos on my ranch on Earth.

CNS_Wells says:
All: I know everything will be fine.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
XO: Structural integrity is holding.

Host CO_Worthington says:
CIV/CEO: If we give it everything we got, will it open the rift enough?

CNS_Wells says:
::Hopes he sounded convincing::

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CO: We could bypass the safety cutouts between the impulse engines and the deflector dish to give it some extra oomph.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CO: Uncertain.  If we do, will it light up like a beacon for anyone with a scanner turned this way?

Host CO_Worthington says:
CEO: DO everything you can, even if you have to burn the dish out.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CO: That should enlarge the vortex enough for us to safely pass through.
::fingers work frantically over the console, bypassing the safety cutouts and diverting all non-essential power to the device::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO:: It seems we are keeping at the same distance, but can someone enlighten me?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<CTO Miller> CO: Contact!  I'm picking up long range contacts bearing 320.  We've got eyes on us, Captain!

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CTO: Oh you are just full of good news.

Host CO_Worthington says:
CTO: Federation signatures?

CNS_Wells says:
All: Every body think thin thoughts as we pass through.  ::Thinks:: 

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::watches as the power readings on the display grow steadily::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<CTO Miller> CO: I'm picking up both Federation AND Cardassian sensor signatures.

CNS_Wells says:
OPS: Present company excluded, of course.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: I think we've got ourselves a race, Captain.

Host CO_Worthington says:
XO: Past and future?

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Careful where you tread with that Counselor.  ::grins::

CNS_Wells says:
OPS: Yes, Ma'am.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
<CTO Miller> : No sir.  Both of them are older contact signatures.  From the current time period were in.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Since when were we THIS deep in Cardie space back then?

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Sees that the view screen changes. More of the "good" universe is visible.::

Host CO_Worthington says:
CIV: How large is the rift now?

CIV_Ayidee says:
CO: Not big enough yet.  About 50 meters short.

Host CO_Worthington says:
CIV/CEO: Continue to push it ‘til it breaks!

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Oh great, we got a Smokey on our tail huh, Commander?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CIV: Divert power from the weapons systems.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Counselor, do you remember the Federation having a presence this deep in Cardassian space?  I don't.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
XO:  All power is diverted from all recreational facilities.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: I'm about to get out and use the jaws of life on that opening.

CIV_Ayidee says:
CEO: What if we use an already unstable region, like the Rift that brought us?  Could this device control that rift to turn it around?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CO: Aye.  ::continues diverting power from any available source::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CIV: Ooh,  Inter-dimensional Jump Start.  Good Idea Tio!

Host CO_Worthington says:
CNS: Let's hope it doesn't come to that.

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Can't say that I do. What are you thinking?  That there's already something wrong with the timeline?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CIV: I am not sure, I don't think we know enough about the rift to be certain, however the power fluctuations around it could be enough to give us that extra shove we need.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: Speed is dropping a bit. Can you find power to compensate?

Host CO_Worthington says:
FCO: Keep it steady, we have top get the rift open first.

CIV_Ayidee says:
All: Would also work if someone else could open the rift from the other side.  It only opens one way, but if open, we might fit through.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::Diverts power from the weapons systems to the Chronoton Displacement Device::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Taking away a bit power from the dampening field, so the ship shakes a bit more.::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CEO:  I've got power from all recreational facilities heading that way too.  That should add to what we need.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: Found some power, but the ship will get shaky.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
All: I don't know how much more we can push her, we haven't fed her this much power before.

CNS_Wells says:
CIV/OPS: Is it open enough to try and get a communication to the other side?

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: As long as you get us through that portal, I can be a martini and I wouldn't care.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::Nods at OPS::

Host CO_Worthington says:
CIV/CEO: As soon as the rift is large enough, punch us through!

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Hears the XO and nods only.::
::Holds himself to the console.::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::getting a message on communications::   ALL:  I am getting a message from that rift.  Its the USS Powell.  They have been searching for us.

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CO: Aye Sir.

Host CO-Johns says:
$COM: Cherokee:  This is the USS Powell.  We are in the area and see a rift opening.  Any chance you can hear us?

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
COM:  Powell:  Most definitely, we hear you.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Self: It is left or right. Speed and shaky or no shaky and standing still.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
CIV: Send them the details on the rift.  We can have them open it up more on their side!

CNS_Wells says:
OPS: See? They can help open it from there side.

Host CO-Johns says:
$::watches as the rift becomes wider::

Host CO_Worthington says:
OPS: Try to open a channel to them.

Host CIV_Ayidee says:
CO/ XO: The other ship appears to be pushing from the other side, looks like they're already on it.

Host CO-Johns says:
$COM: Cherokee:  This rift is widening on our side.  Can you make it through from your end?

CNS_Wells says:
::Suddenly feels brighter about our future::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Already talking to them.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
COM:  Powell:  We seem to need more power to open it wider to get home, would you be able to assist us?

CIV_Ayidee says:
All: It's open, tight squeeze, but we'll fit.

Host CO_Worthington says:
FCO: Take us through, now!

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Punch it!

CNS_Wells says:
All: Everybody inhale ::Smiles::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
COM:  Powell:  Stand by, we are going through.

Host CO-Johns says:
$::watches as the rift changes colors, expecting to see the Cherokee pop out at any time::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Takes away all power he can get and gives full throttle. Engages even all thrusters. You can feel the ship shake an move forward again pretty fast.::

Action: The Cherokee enters the rift, shaking violently.

Host CO_Worthington says:
::grabs on for dear life::

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::holds on to her console::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Nearly falls down from his chair.::

Host CO-Johns says:
$begins to back up the Powell, not wanting to get caught in whatever has the Cherokee::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: is thrown to the floor by a round of violent shaking, hearing something pop as he grumbles about really sitting down instead of standing at times like this. ::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
Self: Ahah! All: Eureka

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
::Monitors status readings as they head through the portal, holding on tight all the while::

Action: The Cherokee exits the rift, but primary power is down.  Emergency Power only.

Host CO_Worthington says:
::suddenly feels the momentum stop:: ALL: Report.

CNS_Wells says:
::Hanging on, very quiet::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::  He fiddled out he could sail the rift as those surfers do on the sea. Which means she ship speeds up rapidly and the shaking stops.::

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: stands up, holding his arm in place as he looks to the status board on the Tactical console. :: CO: We're down to emergency power,  Shields and Weapons temporarily offline.

CNS_Wells says:
::Takes awhile to loosen his grip on the arms of his chair but, slowly does so.  Then, needs to breath::

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
All: I think we are through now?

Host CO-Johns says:
$COM: Cherokee:  Welcome back.  Any chance you would like to tell us where you have been?  I have one upset Admiral on my hands and I would like to tell her all have come back in one piece.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
FCO: Check local star positions.  Compare it with our original time line and see if they match the right time.

Host XO_Lt_Cmdr_Hazzard says:
:: hears the comment about the Admiral and gulps a bit. :: CO: We can always go back in the rift.

CNS_Wells says:
All: Nice job, folks. I never doubted you.  Who's buying dinner?

CEO_Ens_Pasco says:
CO: Systems are trying to reboot sir, I will have my teams start repair work immediately.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
::Turns around and gives a Big Smile: XO: We are at home, sir.

OPS_LtCmdr_Nash says:
::glad to be through the rift.::

CIV_Ayidee says:
CNS: Replicators won't be down that long I'm sure.  No need to buy.

FCO_Ens_Zdunovski says:
CO: That last one, that last did do the trick. Surfing the rift.

Host CO-Johns says:
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