USS Cherokee 11307.14 Diplomacy Part 2

Starring
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer and aFCO-McIntyre
 Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Finney
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
 Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora

Absent
  John Easten as FCO_Fischer
Jon Benson as CEO_Lt_Salor
 Bruce Oriani as CSO_LtCmdr_Starr

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Ship's Log, Stardate 11307.14, Captain Ayidee recording.  We are about to take aboard former planetary representative for Neuvena 4, an Albert Finney.  We are to escort him back to his homeworld where it is hoped we can alleviate the citizen's concerns about their status in the Federation.

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CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Joining the Honor Guard at the airlock, dressed in his most bestest spiffy Sunday-go-to-meeting dress uniform::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge, reviewing final preparations for the Representative's arrival.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::on Bridge::

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CO:  Captain, I am ready to take the Cherokee off station power.  All is a go at the helm.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::In his place on the bridge working at his console.  He is seeing what information there is available on the people and culture of Neuvena IV::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Standing on the bridge, watching how everything is going.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Understood, switch us over at their convenience.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Honor Guard:  Look sharp you targhs! Stand up straight! Stomach in, chest out!

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
COM: Starbase 33:  This is aFCO McIntyre, we are ready have station power remioved at your convenience.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
<Starbase 33> @COM: Cherokee:  We are ready to change power to you now.  Good luck and God's speed.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Are the Diplomatic Quarters ready for our guest's arrival?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  All is in order for our esteemed guest.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Reading about the project on the planet and their population changes caused by the Vroan War conflict::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Excellent.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: I understand that you would need to meet them to answer this properly, but any anticipation on what kind of things we might expect to see?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CMO:  Doctor, there is the arrival of one more shipment of medical supplies to the cargo hold.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: From the people, I think we can expect a lot of anger.  They lost a lot of their people.  After reading what there is about them, I'm wondering myself why this happened to them and where was the Federation for them?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Frowns:: OPS: I thought everything was already aboard...can you send me the manifest? ::Turns to her console::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CMO:  Already there.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods and looks over what was sent::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: They only had one frigate to protect Betazed, besides the station of course.  According to deployment reports, there was one ship covering 3 small worlds and it was lost during the first attack which swept through the area.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: They weren't set up to defend themselves during a war, bunch of botonists and other science types mostly

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Automated defenses don't last long, but theirs were barely begun.  They were given a chance to be the first settlers on a brand new inhabitable world.  Every advantage has a price to pay.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CO:  We are on our own power.  Ready to release docking clamps on your command.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: So, is that what we tell the Neuvenians, "We were terribly outnumbered, sorry"?  Its true but, it sounds so feeble I don't think it will appease them.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CO:  Has our guest turned up yet?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Shrugs:: OPS: Must've been something I overlooked. It's stuff I did ask for.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Given the nature of sentient beings, how far do you think that will alleviate their concerns?  Just because there is a reason doesn't mean we can't work to find a better solution.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
*Bridge*: Bridge this is Ensign Q'ten.  Any word on when our esteemd guest will be arriving?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I guess the first thing we should do is listen.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CMO:  At least we have it now.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO/ *CTO*: No word yet.  We'll see if we can track him down.

Host  Finney says:
::Comes hurrying along, dragging a pair of bags while trying to read the docking port descriptions.::  CTO: Please tell me this is the Cherokee.  I've already found the wrong ship four times.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CNS:  Might be a good idea to listen... if he ever decides to show up!  :;giggles::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney:  You would be Ambassador Finney?

Host  Finney says:
CTO: Yes I am.  Thank the fates this is it.  I'm not used to travel like this.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
aFCO: Fashionably late.  ::Smiles::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CNS: Some ambassador...::sighs::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney:  Welcome aboard the Cherokee Sir.  My name is Ensign Q'ten, Chief Tactical Officer.  I'll have one of my men take your bags. ::Motions one of the honor guards to take the Ambassador’s bags::

Host  Finney says:
CTO: Thank you Ensign.  That would be a great help.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney: If you'd care to follow me, I'll escort you to the bridge to meet Captain Ayidee, then we'll get you settled into your quarters.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: When it's an ambassador its okay, if it were a bum, we'd have him drawn and quartered.  Depends on who you are.

Host  Finney says:
CTO: Thank you, that would be good.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
*Bridge*: Ensign Q'ten to the bridge - I have Amabassador Finney with me. We are on our way to the bridge.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles:: CNS: Must be nice to be that important, huh.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she has prepared a PADD with the information that Finney needs, complete with detailed directions to move about the Cherokee.::

Host  Finney says:
CTO: That's Representative, although that term is kind of without merit now.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney: This way Ambassador. :: Heads to the nearest TL::

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
:;about time, wonders what took him so long::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Self:  Potaytoe, potahtoe

Host  Finney says:
::Follows the CTO, taking in the ship's decor as we move.::  CTO: This is a New Orleans class, right?  Trip in I was on a courier, much different look to it.  More clinical.  That's the term I think.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: I was that important, for awhile, when I lived with my grandfather.  It gets annoying fast, everyone groveling and falling down over themselves to kiss a little a...  you know.   Money and power are great but, everybody wants a piece of what you got.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney:  Will it just be you accompanying us?  You have no staff, aides, assistants?  Yes sir New Orleans, or as we affactionately refer to her a NO class.

Host  Finney says:
CTO: Just me.  The core worlds usually have a retinue, when you represent a few hundred people it would be overkill.  Heck, I was suprised I got an office and a desk in the assembly.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney:  I'm rather surprised that you came aboard via the air lock, rather than beaming aboard. Would have saved some time and effort.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Shrugs:: CNS: It is overrated. ::Shakes head::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: I agree.

Host  Finney says:
CTO: Oh, I guess it would have.  Never even thought of it.  Used to walking place to place I suppose.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Enters the TL:: TL: Bridge.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
::giggles::  CNS:  So that means we don't have to kiss your @ss?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: However, if a girl was into a guy for his money, for the record, in case any one is interested, I'd be a good catch.  ::Smiles, thinking he's being discrete::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
aFCO: Only if you really, really want to.  

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::TL Doors open:: CO: Captain may I present Representative Albert Finney of Neuvena 4.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles at the CNS:: CNS: Be nice. ::Looks and sees the representative.::

Host  Finney says:
::Steps forward.::  CTO: Thank you, Ensign.
CO: Captain, thank you for your ship's assistance.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
:;turns to see the reprensentative::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Bows slightly and backs away::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Finney: Welcome aboard, Representative.  My ship is at your disposal.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Stands::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::looks up and smiles then grabs the prepared PADD for Finney, ready to give it to him.::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Discretely scratches an itchy spot on his back and slides over to the TAC station::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Lay in a course, thrusters to clear bay, then impulse to the outer markers.  From there on Warp 5 to Neuvena 4.

Host  Finney says:
All: I'm really not used to this kind of thing.  Where do we go from here?

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CO:  Aye Sir!  ::finally::  Engaging thrusters now sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Thinks the Ambassador looks like a nice fellow::

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
::carefully maneuvers the Cherokee away from the dock::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Finney:  Before I forget, here is a PADD with complete details of the location of your quarters and key places on the ship with complete directions on how to maneuver to each destination.
::hands Finney the PADD:: 

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Finney: Now we take you back to Neuvena, working on a solution to the underlying problem along the way.  When you are ready we can gather up the senior staff and discuss the situation.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
:;turning the Cherokee, she changes to impulse then heads for the outer markers::

Host  Finney says:
OPS: Thank you, uh, Commander.  That is a Commander rank, right?  Thank you for the aid, I am sure it will be a huge help.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Merely stares, trying to read the newcomer::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: Ambassador, would you like to sit down?  You can take this station.  ::Shows him to the CNS's chair::

Host  Finney says:
CO: I am ready any time, Captain.  I've been doing nothing but review and wonder the last few days as I travelled.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Finney:: Yes, my rank is Commander and you are welcome.

Host  Finney says:
CNS: I am fine, thank you Ensign.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: It's there if you want it.  ::Goes to an empty station next to the station the CMO is at::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Finney: Then let's get to it.  At least give us a preliminary idea of what we should expect.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CO:  We are at the outer marker, engaging warp 5.  ::taps her console and feels the Cherokee go into warp::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Get replacements for your positions and let's meet in the Observation Lounge.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: Hi.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Waiting for the Captain’s signal::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Looks over:: CNS: Hi.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::nods and she summons Jessica Jetmore to take over, she lets her know the current status and then she heads to the Observation Lounge.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Whispers softly in her ear::  CMO: Can I escort you to the Observation Lounge and maybe to dinner tonight?

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
Ens:  Take over the helm.  ::stands up waitng for the CO to lead the way::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Finney: Right through this door, Representative.
All: When you are ready then head to the Observation Lounge.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
::follows behind the others into the Observation lounge::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::signals a nearby TO to take his place and heads to the Observation lounge::

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
CTO:  ::whispers::  What do you think of him?  ::nodding to the Rep::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Pretends to take a while to think it over:: CNS: Sure. I think I'd like that. ::Smiles at him::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Leads the Representative into the lounge and takes him to the head of the table.::  Finney: You can work from here, gives you a good view of everyone as you speak.

Host  Finney says:
::Nods.::  CO: Yes sir.  I mean yes Captain.  I mean...uh, thank you Captain.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Enters the observation lounge wondering why it is called that as there is rarely any lounging happening in here::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Smiles over his victory, but now isn't the time for a "wooo hooo" and an air high-five::  CMO: Shall we?  ::Walks with her to the staff meeting but, professionally::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Walks to the other end of the table and takes a seat.::  Finney: There is also a Replicator along that wall if you need anything.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::takes her favorite seat and gets comfortable.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Discretely hides a smile and walks with the CNS into the Ob. Lounge::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Watches as Wally and the Doc enter thinking 'He suddenly looks full of himself'::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Enters the Observation Lounge and finds a seat not near the one CMO takes knowing she'll appreciate his not being obvious::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Sees him take a seat away from her and makes a mental note to mention it to him over dinner::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gives his undivided attention to the Ambassador and his duty.  Opens PADD prepared to take notes, if necessary::

Host Finney says:
All: Do you have specific questions or should I start with the world's brief history?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Thinks, "Brief history of the world? We'll be here for a while."::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Finney: Start with the history and what got us where we are.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: I think we'd all like to hear from you, Sir.

Host Finney says:
All: OK.  Five years ago Neuvena 4's Terraforming project came to the point where the world was ready to be filled with plants to get the Oxygen levels up.  Starfleet opened the world up to a small number of settlers to begin farming and building the planet's basic infrastructure.
Population limits were initially set at 250 individuals total, but increased to the point that a few months ago we were up to a 500 person limit, and had almost reached that with 497 individuals including children.
When the war began there were some concerns but no one thought the planet would be given much thought by an invader.  Very few resources, no stragic value to speak of.  No one figured an invader would be hells bent on a "kill 'em all" path, so the planet's defense was left to the USS Plarkat, which also covered Plinkot 2 and New Bathala.
The Plarkat was destroyed, however, and the ship that destroyed it hit all three worlds, killing 223 people on Neuvena.  Nearly half the planet.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: That was most tragic.  So many lives were lost in that conflict with the Vroan.

Host Finney says:
All: Since then my efforts for the world have been trying to get a more dedicated defense, but given the cost of starships and the needs of crews to man them, a world of less than 500 people are having a hard time getting a ship involved.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: I can see where you'd have trouble with that.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney: Perhaps start with defense sattelites and build on those.

Host Finney says:
CNS: I know, believe me I've heard all the reports and I understand the situation.  But there needs to be something that gets done.There has to be.
CTO: That's an idea, but I've been told they are rather inneffective against a determined attacker, are they not?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: You do know the Vroan threat has been nullified.  Are you sure defense needs to be a priority?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Finney: Ships are a bit in short supply at the moment.  While we managed to hold the Vroa off, to be perfectly honest, they handed our SaHuts to us on a platter.

Host Finney says:
CNS: My constituants are quite sure.
CTO: Yes, I know.  I was told there are a few answers that might work, but most are a few years off from being viable, at least for Neuvena.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Shakes head:: All: Our fights came down to who could out-gun who. They won quite a bit out of pure viciousness. What do they really expect? Our success at Sol and Vulcan seemed more luck based than any actual secured victory.

Host Finney says:
CTO: Only idea that seems to fit the need is a few components from some new station design, but seeing how they just came into use within the last few weeks, getting one would require patience.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: I hate to see such a young colony be so bogged down with fear of what might happen that they fill there world with ugly weapons, with its people living behind the protection of walls and bars to keep threats out.  Is that really the direction you all want to take, Sir?

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
Finney:  Exactly what kind of help are you seeking from us then?

Host Finney says:
CNS/ aFCO: No, but living in constant fear under the open sky isn't a good option either.  They need something.  And speaking outside of my official role, I think perhaps a symbolic gesture may go a long way.

Host aFCO-McIntyre says:
Finney:  What kind of symbolic gesture do you have in mind?
::blushes then realizes the Captain should be asking these questions::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Finney: I don't know what new thing just came out, but it sounds expensive.

Host Finney says:
aFCO: If I knew we'd not be having this discussion.  I'm at a loss, honestly.
CNS: I was told more "on backorder" than expensive, but it's still not likely to come soon.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Let's finish and give it some thought.  Any ideas we can discuss after we've given it some more time.

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