USS Cherokee 11311.03 
Diplomacy Part 15

Starring
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer 
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, Mortanna and Sheriff_Akhey
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Trent Worthington as FCO_Ltjg_Worthington
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
 Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora
Topper Loghry as CTO_Q’ten

Absent
Bruce Oriani as CSO_LtCmdr_Starr

Ship's Log, Stardate 11311.03, Captain Ayidee recording.  My crew has found Mortanna and her thugs, and are now working to wrap up this situation.  To be honest, it may be a good thing I can't reach her or her team at this point.  I am not sure how that would play out.

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Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
::In cave, with Mortanna and her people facing down the Cherokee crew.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::at the cave entrance::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Stands still and calm with her Phaser pointed right at Mortanna.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Rolls his eyes and runs for any cover he can find.::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Henchmen: Hands over your heads!

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@::in the shuttle above the caves, waiting for any sign of how the search is going.::

Host Mortanna says:
CMO: You dare draw a weapon under this truce?!  The truce that your side asked for?  I thought better of Starfleet.  Perhaps the Vroa incident was not a slip, but a symptom!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Doesn't take out his Phaser, but stands off to the side to see just what it is the CMO and CTO had in mind::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
*OPS*: Commander this is Q'ten.  We have the Cpatin and Mortanna and her men in custody if you want to send in a security team.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: Mortanna: You dare kidnap a commanding officer of a starfleet vessel, hold him hostage and begin making demands?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Henchmen: Face down, on the floor...NOW!

Host Mortanna says:
CMO: I was doing what I had to do, Lieutenant.  As leader of this colony, there is nothing I won't do to protect it and it's people!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
*CTO*:  Excellent news, Extra Security on their way.  ::sends the necessary extra security into the cave,::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Mortanna: We came here on a mission of peace, as we usually do. We defend our own. You've lost standing on this planet. You've lost Mortanna. Your people don't believe that you are fit to lead them.

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@*Cherokee*: This is Lt. Worthington, any word from the Away team?

ACTION: The henchmen look shocked, look around, back to Mortanna, then drop their weapons and go face down.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Mortanna: I'm sorry, but I did tell you prior about the part where Starfleet doesn't make deals with kidnappers, didn't I?

Host Mortanna says:
CMO: If so, then that will play out.  Until such time, however, you deal with me.  Me!  My people will come to realize what I've done soon enough!

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Puts his bony Klingon knee into the small of the back on the first henchmen as he places retraints on his hands::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Reluctantly chooses to adapt to the situation and stand behind his crew's actions.::

Host Mortanna says:
CNS: Thank you for the reminder.  I almost forgot I was dealing with Starfleet.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods:: Mortanna: They know what you've done already. Congrats, you're ahead of schedule.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#<Crewman_Jetmore>  *FCO*:  No word yet Lieutenant.  We are eagerly waiting as well.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Mortanna: Be grateful for that.  Had this been a Klingon colony you would already have been executed.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Mortanna: Yes, Ma'am.  I truly am sorry, but it was our Captain.  In time and with therapy I hope you will come to see our reasoning.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Moves to the second henchman and puts him in restraints::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CNS: Could you do me a favor and let the CO out of his chair? It's comfortable I suppose, but i'm sure he wants out.

Host Mortanna says:
CTO: Really, Ensign?  Come now, had this been a Klingon colony our defenders would not have needed to fall back and abandon us.

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@*Cherokee*; Understood. Standing by.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: Yes, Ma'am.  ::Goes to the CO and does what he can to free him of his restraints::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: That would be appreciated, for certain.  Despite the chair quality, the situation is not comfortable in the least.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Shakes head:: Mortanna: Klingon worlds were decimated by the Vroa as well.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: Are you all right sir?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Hello, Sir.  ::Untieing the ties that bind::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
*Cherokee*:  The Captain has been found and he is safe.  The final touches are in play as we speak.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: I am physically fine, Ensign.
CNS: Thank you.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: Your orders sir?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Starts with the Captain's arms and then goes for the one strapping his ankle to the chair::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#<Crewman_Jetmore>  *OPS*:  Acknowledged, Commander, that is great news.  Standing by for new updates.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: This is clear.  Get them in custody and we'll let the Federation Council deal with this...treachery.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#<Crewman_Jetmore>  *FCO*:  Lieutenant. just got word that the Captain is safe and that the final touches are in play now.  I'll give you more updates when I get them.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Finishes unwrapping the CO::  CO: You are free, Sir.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: Aye sir, a security team is on the way.  Would you like the prisoners to be... more compliant?

Host Mortanna says:
CMO: Really?  I suppose the pysicists are right, everything breaks down at some point and falls into decay.  I never imagined it would happen this fast to so many powers at one time.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Helps the CO up out of the chair::

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@*Cherokee*: That is good news. Standing by for orders.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Mortanna: That's into chaos, not decay.  At least learn the concepts you are trying to corrupt!

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Mortanna: Perhaps you weren't listening when our CO explained what happened on other worlds. Everyone was infiltrated...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Just get them into custody.  I don't care what else you do with them.  ::Stands with the CNS’s help.::

Host Mortanna says:
CMO: If that is what they are using, a rehash of their excuses during the Dominion War?  I'd at least hope for some more creativity.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Stands close to CO, until sure his balance is secured::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Rolls her eyes:: Mortanna: Either cooperate and shut it, or I knock you out and shut it for you.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Henchmen: Lets go you p'tach. And please,feel free to give me a reason to snap your spines.

Host Mortanna says:
CMO: And there we have it.  Might makes right?  Where was that response when it mattered!

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Fires her phaser on stun right at Mortanna.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: She is stuck in her own little world.

Host Mortanna says:
::Drops unconscious.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Looks down at her:: Mortanna: You were warned. ::Looks back up:: CO: Time to go, sir? ::Smiles sweetly::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Can't believe CMO shot Mortanna::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Looking at Mortanna:: CMO: I suppose you want me to carry that piece of vorSaq?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: That would be...agreeable.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Pocket's her phaser and lifts Mortanna over her shoulder:: CTO: I'll do it myself...Thank you though.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Shrugs and motions for the two henchmen to lead the way out::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: You did good.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:: Then why don't I feel that way?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: What of the colony?  How are they reacting?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS:  Hey! You probably saved her life ::indicates Mortanna::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I think most were in the dark on things around here.  They've been supportive and cooperative but, confused and uncertain, Sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hears the CTO and shrugs his shoulders::  CTO: I dunno, maybe.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods.::  CNS: That is promising, if true.  One bad leader, it can often lead to a lot worse.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Yes, Sir.  I think they just need qualified leadership and they'll be fine.  They all seem willing to continue their work here.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: I think it best I return to the ship now.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods:: CO: I agree...

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CO: I'd like to examine you in Sickbay however...just in case.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Follows the others out of the caves, remaining behind the lot of them::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: Of course, doctor.  Better safe than sorry in a situation like this.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: Ironically, if the Kelbonite find had been reported I'm sure Starfleet would have have at least posted a garrison here.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods quietly and follows along.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Perhaps.  If they can find a way to refine it, it would have some value.
::Exits the cave and looks about.::

Host Sheriff_Akhey says:
All: You found him?  Excellent.  We can call back the search teams then?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Perhaps.  If they can find a way to refine it, it would have some value.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods:: Sheriff: Yes, everything is fine now.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
:: As they exit the caves he hands the two henchmen over to the arriving security detail:: Detail: Get them on the shuttle, and gentlelness will not score you any points.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::The last out of the cave, he shields his eyes from the brighter light::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::sees the Captain and smiles::

Host Sheriff_Akhey says:
::Looks funny at the CTO.::  CMO: Everything is fine?  Gentleness will not score points?  What is this all about?

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@::sees the AT emerge on sensors:: *CMO*: Doc, tell me everyone is alright?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes to the CO's side::  CO: Why don't I accompany you back to the ship now, Sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Yes, of course.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Sheriff: Mortanna and these two men are being taking into custody of Starfleet on counts of kidnapping. Perhaps you should round up Mr. Jones as well, for being an accessory of the fact.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
*FCO*: Yes. Everyone's alright. Good work.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Sheriff: Your people are probably going to want to hold a special election.  Mortanna and her associates are going to be guests of the Federation penal system for awhile.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
All: Good work everyone.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Would you care to beam up with the Captain and I?

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@*CMO*: Excellent news. Standing by for orders.

Host Sheriff_Akhey says:
CMO: Yes, of course.  But...fine.  We'll have a town council meeting soon to decide.  Is your Captain all right?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Do you really have to ask, Counselor?  I think you know the answer to that.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Then, I'll let you do the honors and request our transport with your crew.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::smiles::  CNS:  Of course.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods:: Sheriff: Exhausted...but fine. I'll be making sure he's well once back on our ship in Sickbay. Also, a word of advice...be wary of how things go from here. Now is typically the time that uprisings tend to happen.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Don't worry, Sir.  We'll fix you up.  You must be hungry.  Perhaps a nice tuna salad sandwich before you go to Sickbay?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
*Cherokee*:  Miss Jetmore, please beam up the Captain, the Counselor and myself.

Host Sheriff says:
CMO: Of course.  But I don't see much trouble.  What happenes now?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#<Crewman_Jetmore>  *OPS*: Acknowledged, Commander.  ::beams up the specified people.::

ACTION:  The CO, CNS and OPS are beamed to the ship.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
#::Rematerializes on the transporter pad::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
#CNS: Eh?  No, I am fine.  Sickbay is the next stop I think.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Sheriff: We part our ways now. Finney should be able to help, since he's still a representative of Starfleet. He'll be able to answer any questions posed by your people.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#::appears on the transporter pad::  ALL:  It's so good to be home again.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
*FCO*: You can return to the ship, Lieutenant. Thank you.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
#CO: Alright, Sir.  Would you like me to escort you there or...?

Host Sheriff says:
CMO: That's fine.  But...almost don't want to ask this, but the children.  They were told your people were going to meet with them...

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@*CMO*: Aye, Doc. ::sets course for the Cherokee::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
#CNS: If you wouldn't mind, Counselor.  It's been...a longer day than I'm accustomed to.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Winces visibly:: Sheriff: I'll have to ask those who are more suited to the task...It's been quite the ordeal for all parties concerned....but I'll do my best.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CMO: The kids shouldn't suffer because their politicians are mental cases.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#ALL:  I'm going to check in with my family then fill out my debrief paperwork.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
#CO: I'd be happy too, Sir.  ::Kind of wishes he'd have let him go.  Doesn't want to go to Sickbay, in case SHE is there::

Host Sheriff says:
CMO: Thank you, Lieutenant.  I know it's a small bit in the greater scheme of things, but they will remember it for some time.  Plant a few good memories of Starfleet for them.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
#<MO Rhapsody> ::Moves quickly through Sickbay, making sure everything's ready for the CO::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
#OPS: Very good, thank you Commander.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#::nods as she exits the Transporter Room and heads for her quarters.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods:: Sheriff: Of course. ::Steps next to the CTO:: *Cherokee*: 2 to beam up.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
#::Walking with the CO to Sickbay::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
#<Crewman_Jetmore>  *CMO*: Acknowledged, Doctor.  ::beams up the specified people.::

ACTION:  The CMO and CTO are beamed to the Cherokee.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Materializes in the TR:: CTO: You know...sometimes I hate what I'm able to do.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::It seems the CNS has little to say at the moment as they reach Sickbay::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CMO: I find I may not like what I'm ablen to do but I still have fun doing it. ::Grins::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Enters Sickbay and sees Rhapsody:: MO: I got a patient for you, Doctor Williams.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Shakes her head:: CTO: Fun? Perhaps sometimes...but....I don't know...I need a chance to sit down and think. ::Walks out and walks straight to her quarters.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> ::Nods and takes over for the CNS:: CNS: Thank you, Ensign....where's Talora? ::She guides the CO over to the biobed::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Thank you, Counselor.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
MO: I'm not sure.  Excuse me, I'll give you both some privacy.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Watches as the CMO leaves:: Self: At least I restrained myself.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: If that will be all, Sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Yes, thank you again.  I may...I will talk to you soon.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> ::Nods:: CNS: Of course...::Starts running scans on the CO::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Good bye, Sir.  I hope you're feeling well, soon, Sir.   ::Makes his hasty exit from Sickbay and keeps walking::

FCO_Lt_JG_Worthington says:
@*Cherokee*: Cherokee This Lieutenant Worthington, requesting permission to land in Shuttle bay 1.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Manuel> *FCO*: Permission granted, Lieutenant.  Shuttle doors opening now.

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