USS Cherokee    
11401.26     
"The Small Spark"   Part 7

Starring
Lea as Guest Producer, Xeeth, Treea, Saret, and CS_Trin
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Manuel
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels 
Topper Loghry as CTO_Q’ten
Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora
Bruce Oriani as CSO_LtCmdr_Starr

Guest Starring
Aaron as Dr_Pfarom
Absent
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer

Ship's Log, Stardate 11401.26, Captain Ayidee recording.  Our mission continues, although now it has taken on a dual nature with both the investigation on the surface and the contact with these beings going on in the Holodeck.  However, to this point we seem to be handling both aspects without major issues.

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CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Xeeth: Why have you returned to this location?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Listens to the conversations as she takes a small drink from her glass::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: Are there a lot of children on this colony?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::In Holodeck, continuing the first contact meeting with our guests from the Interstellar Federation.::

Host Xeeth says:
::Lifts his glass from the nearby table, and sips from it:: CEO: Unfortunately, four days ago, we found we were missing some members of our crew. We've sent the last two days retracting our flight path, trying to locate them.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::in the Holodeck, still trying to enjoy the banquet::

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Xeeth: That is interesting.  How could you have lost crewmen?

Host Treea says:
::Standing resolutely behind Doctor Pfarom. Suddenly, a light blue light flashes at his temple. He stands, and turns away from the table:: *COM*: Treea here.

Host Xeeth says:
::Smiles sadly:: CEO: That's what we'd like to discover, Chief.

Host Treea says:
::In a low voice:: *COM*: I see. Can't Marris handle it?

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
::turns to the Captain.::  CO: Perhaps this may need to be relayed to the away team.

Host CS_Trin says:
@CTO: A few dozen children, yes. ::Nods:: Mostly families here.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: What if the natives of this planet are some kind of mind freaks, like they can make us see whatever they want or they got a really good transporter stashed around somewhere?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO: That might be so.
Xeeth: How many crew were you missing?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles politely:: Treea: Is there a problem?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: Where are the children supposed to be at the time Saret was attacked?

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Xeeth: And did they just disappear from your vessel, or were they on reconnaissance and lost contact?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: Let's not start the "what-if" scenarios just yet.  We don't know for sure if there are any natives.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: Sorry, I can't turn the imagination off.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: I assume there is a school or something for the children that they should be at?

Host Treea says:
::Waves Talora off for a moment:: *COM*: I understand. He'll be informed.   ::Gently presses the light glowing from beneath his pale skin, causing the light to extinguish:: ::Stiffly:: CMO: Apologized. A private matter.  ::Bows his head, with a show of respect::

Host CS_Trin says:
@CTO: Aye, on the other side of the colony. We try to keep the kids as far away from the mines as possible.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: If the little tykes were all present and accounted for at the time of the crime, that would help.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: Exactly what I was thinking.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: Could you take us there?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Tries very hard to keep her smile:: Treea: I hate to speak out of turn, but I'm sure we might be able to help if there's a situation here.

Host Xeeth says:
::Glances at Treea:: CO: By our records, two. 

Host Treea says:
::Holds the bow a moment longer, before finally standing aright:: CMO: Your concern is appreciated, and will be noted, Lieutenant. However, this matter is one for the Prime Construct alone. Please excuse me.  ::Bows once more, more briefly, and steps aside to Xeeth::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods her head::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Manuel*: Ensign, I need to get a message to the Away Team, ASAP.

Host Xeeth says:
CEO: Do you have any more distant star maps I may be able to look at? This seems to be primarily focused along half of a galaxy.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Manuel> *CO*: Yes sir, I'll get that set right up.  Just give me a minute.

Host CS_Trin says:
@CTO: Sure, but we could call ahead to the school for that headcount, if you want.  ::Starts for the door, but pauses to wave to Saret::

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Xeeth: Yes, I can expand to our own neighbors.  ::turns to the wall with the star field on it::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: That would be great!

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Computer: Add all known stars from the Romulan Star Empire and the Klingon Empire.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: That might be easier.  Let's do that.  See if any students were absent or unaccounted for.

Host Manuel says:
*CTO/ CNS*: Ensigns, this is Ensign Manuel.  Can you read this signal?

Host Treea says:
::Approaches Xeeth and bows once:: Xeeth: Prime Construct, a call came for you. The medical bay requests Doctor's Pfarom's presence immediately. They believe the lost may have been exposed...

Host CS_Trin says:
@::Nods, and steps aside to place a call::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@*Manuel*: Daniels here, Sir.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: Excuse me. 
*Manuel*: This is Q'ten. Go ahead.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: Oh, you take it.

Host Manuel says:
*CTO/ CNS*: Excellent, the Captain has a message for you, I'm putting you through.
*CO*: Captain, I have them on the line, putting you through.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
*CO*: This is Q'ten and Daniels sir.

Host Xeeth says:
CEO: Hmm....No, I'm afraid there's no sign of any of our worlds here, Chief.  ::Turns to Treea:: Treea: Ah, I see.  Yes, please notify Doctor Pfarom immediately.   ::Turns slightly:: 
CO: Doctor Pfarom needs to return to my vessel. Will one of your people be able to see him back?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO/ CNS*: Counselor, Chief, while you were on the surface we made contact with a new species, the Interstellar Federation, and we learned that approximately one week ago they were in orbit, and they lost a pair of crew members.  Not sure if that shed's any light on your situation but thought you should be informed.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: Of course, I'll have security escort him directly.

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Xeeth:  Starting from our location here.  ::making a point on the map::  What was your travel path?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@*CO*: That may be of use sir.  This new species sir, could you describe their appearance?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: There's our culprits, ask their heights.  Is one short and the other shorter?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: Approximately what height are the missing beings?  My crew on the surface believe they may have encountered signs of them.

Host Xeeth says:
::Blinks a moment, looking amiably lost, but quickly defers to his aide:: Treea: Treea, their heights?

Dr_Pfarom says:
OPS/CMO: I apologize, but it seems I am needed elsewhere.  ::Pushes out his chair and stands::  Thank you for the food and company.  It was appreciated.  ::Smiles and opens his arms wide, bowing slightly::

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
CMO: Do you have any biological scans of our guest?  That can be forwarded to the Away Team to help locate them?

Host Treea says:
::Takes a small data device from his pocket, and references it:: Treea/CO: Approximately 3 quals and 4 quals, respectively.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Security: Please, escort Doctor Pfarom back to the Transporter room.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CEO: I haven't asked. I didn't want to appear rude. ::Turns:: Dr Pfarom: Doctor, If there is a medical emergency, perhaps I could be of assistance?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Treea: Our exchange of information is still in the early stages.  How tall would that be compared to myself, for example?

Dr_Pfarom says:
CMO:  Hmm...  I have not yet been properly briefed on the situation -- I have only been told that I have been needed.  It could be a medical emergency, but it could also be in relation to one of my other duties.  However, if I am unoccupied later, perhaps I could invite you for a visit?

Host Xeeth says:
::Turns to the engineering officer:: CEO: I'm afraid our path isn't something I'm at liberty to divulge at this time, Chief.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: They must be trying to figure what they look like.

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
Xeeth: I see.

Host Treea says:
::Eyes the Captain solidly, then raises his hand to a height of about one meter:: CO: Three quals.  ::Raises it a third higher:: Four quals.

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
CO: If you will, I would like a word.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Treea: Thank you.  So three of your quals would be about the same as one of our meters.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO/ CNS*: One would be about a meter tall, the other about a meter and about 1.3 meters.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Dr. Pfarom: Of course. That'd be wonderful. ::Smiles cordially::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@*CO*: We have reason to believe these two may be the two we believe are behind the thefts.  Of course nothing has been proven.  They are in hiding now, Sir.

Host CS_Trin says:
@::Strides back:: CTO/CNS: Well, everyone was accounted for this morning at school, except the Taylor kid. Parents called him in home sick, and Mrs. Taylor called in home from the mines on the same excuse. Promising?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: We may have another theory.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: Could be useful, but we just heard from our ship, and there are some lost aliens that are being searched for.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Understood.  Hold please.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: They fit the description and who else would need supplies but, those stranded in an alien environment?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@::Turns back to Saret:: Saret:  If you could, would you show me how tall was the child that you were chasing?

Dr_Pfarom says:
CMO:  Very good.  ::Smiles and bows again::  Please excuse me.  ::Follows security out of the Holodeck::

Host Saret says:
@::Raises her hand from the ground again:: CTO: About a meter...?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: Of course, we'll need to know if the Taylor's have an alibi.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: I am sorry, but it is possible that your missing crew may be responsible for some missing equipment.  Is that possible?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: I bet we can rule the Taylor's out.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the CO's question::

Host CS_Trin says:
@::Brightens:: CNS: So, it might not be any of the colonists after all?!

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: If these aliens are who we are looking for that would answer a lot of questions.  The type of supplies that were stolen, and depending on what type of technology they have, how they were able to get the industrial Replicator the way they did.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: That's the direction we're headed, Ma'am.  We'll need to find these two stranded beings.  Can we do it delicately?

Host Xeeth says:
CO: I appreciate your discretion in such a potentially delicate diplomatic situation, Captain, but unfortunately it is quite possible. Treea has informed me that it is expected the two lost were exposed to a certain radiation by product of our travel. It is harmless to ourselves, and to Treea's species as well, but has been known to drive the Meenans mad. As a result, none are admitted to be engineers.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: How can we let these beings know we mean them no harm and that their ride home has arrived in orbit?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: They would try to stay hidden, obviously, not knowing what to expect from the colonists. They may be trying to adhere to their own version of the Prime Directive.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: Possibly.  If so, then, we just need to let them know they have a way out of here.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: If the Captain is meeting with new aliens then perhaps one of them could beam down and make their presence known.

CEO_Lt_Salor says:
::overhears the talk between Xeeth and the captain:;  Xeeth:  I don’t understand. Given the singularity you use for your vessel, what kind of radiation is there?  It is my understanding of that technology that there isn’t any radiation involved that is harmful.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: I see.  In that case, How would you normally proceed?  Given the makeup of the planet, it would be difficult to simply scan for them and beam them out.  Sending out search teams would be my suggestion...not that there is much choice.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: Seeing someone familiar could draw them out.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: Ask the Captain for his orders on how to proceed.  He may have his own ideas.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@*COM: CO*: Q'ten to the Cherokee. I need to speak with the Captain.

Host Xeeth says:
CO: We would begin first with scanning the surface, and the colony...but if you have been searching for the perpetrators of theft, I assume you have attempted that already?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: Is that why you seem to have been on edge?  Because you thought we thought someone from the colony was guilty?

Host Xeeth says:
CEO: As I said, our technology is neither entirely dissimilar - nor similar - to Romulan singularities. and the radiation itself is harmless to the majority of the crew, merely background radiation.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: The makeup of the planet makes deep scans difficult.  Our Chief Tactical Officer and Counselor are on the surface, already beginning the search.  But if we know what we are looking for, I think we could make it happen fairly quickly.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
*CO*: Captain, are any of the aliens willing to beam down here to the colony and assist with searching for our suspects?  We think that if they see someone familiar they may be willing to surrender themselves.

Host Treea says:
CMO: You...are a doctor, you said?  You can render people unconscious?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Keeps a straight face:: Treea: Sometimes it's a specialty. Why do you ask?

Host Xeeth says:
CO: Unfortunately, the inability to scan for them leaves few alternatives. 

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@*CO*/CTO: Can't your alien guests beam their people up?  They obviously have transporter technology.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: We're discussing how to move ahead now, but your idea seems like it might help.  Xeeth, their leader is right with me.
Xeeth: Do you think that would help, seeing your people?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@*CTO*/CO: Do we know why these two beings were down in the colony in the first place?

Host Treea says:
CMO: 'Is the best way to deal with the Meenan, when they fall to the radiation... They c'nnot be reasoned with.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CNS*: They have the same scanning issue we have.  And the missing individuals may be suffering from some sort of psychosis from a form of radiation exposure.

Host CS_Trin says:
@CNS: The thought had crossed my mind, obviously. I wouldn't relish arresting one of our own, but I was ready for it. None the less, we still don't take well to outsides coming in and thinking they know better.  Perhaps having something useful to contribute, sure. But just because you fly around in space doesn't mean you know everything.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@*CO*/CTO: Then, someone to help find them, as Mister Q'ten suggested, might be beneficial, Sir.  If there's a physical or mental malady to deal with, we're prepared.

Host Xeeth says:
::Considers for a long moment, then slowly nods:: CO: Even in their psychosis, it would probably be helpful if we were to assist; we know what we're looking for. But please, inform your people to be careful: the Meena can be a very peaceful people, but under the delusion of the Void, they can be quite dangerous.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Treea: I'm very good with people with psychosis. If I have a look at them, I might even be able to help bring them back to sanity.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: So sorry if it seemed that way.  We were given the task of assisting the colony security folk in finding out what's going on.  I'm hoping you won't think ill of us.  We really our impressed with what you've all accomplished here.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO/ CNS*: These beings may be dangerous in this state, we will set up additional aid for you, for now stand put and hold position.  Once we clear it with the colony we'll start sending assistance down.

Host Treea says:
::Looks skeptically to the doctor:: CMO: Void psychosis in a Meenan has never been successfully treated. 

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
Treea: I'm good at my job.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@*CO*: Understood, Sir.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@*CO*: Roger roger.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: I think his first name is Tio.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@::Shrugs and grins::

Host CS_Trin says:
@CNS: We were all good until your Klingon friend here saw fit to poke fun at our precautions. Even if I -have- been little more than a Go-For since you got here, I still appreciate the help. The extra pair of eyes, if nothing else.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: We're to wait for reinforcements.  They suspect the two may be unpredictable due to psychosis.

Host Xeeth says:
CO: Captain, the only way to find the Meena is to lay eyes upon them...and I believe we could be of assistance in your search. May I propose joint search teams, between our two crews, for the caverns below?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@Trin: I meant no offense.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Saret: I guess we don't have to tell you they're most likely unbalanced.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: That would be the best course of action.  But first we will need to contact the colony leadership to request permission to send a larger team down.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: He's sorry. He's Klingon.  Not exactly masters of etiquette and articulation.

Host Xeeth says:
CO: Of course.  ::Nods::  

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@::frowns as a small growl escapes::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@Trin: I take partial blame.  As counselor of the Cherokee I've been preaching humor is a thing that is valuable and positive.

Host CS_Trin says:
@::Looks between the two, then chuckles:: CTO/CNS: Fair enough.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: If you wouldn't mind, I suggest adjourning and returning to our ships.  I'll contact the colony and set things up and let you know when we are ready.  When both ships are ready we'll start sending teams down.  Sound good to you?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: I hope they send Talora down.  I think it might help if we were to have to work together.  She'll have to talk to me.  Might make the take we should have someday easier.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@::Smiles at Trin::  Trin: When this is over, we can all go for dinner and some drinks together.  I bet we all have a lot in common.

Host Xeeth says:
::Nods:: CO: Of course. I will leave your crew to its preparations. Thank you, Captain. I hope this joint-venture bears fruit in many forms.  If someone would see us back to our vessel? ::Nods to the others of his delegation::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: Perhaps we could invite the Durgaq sisters ::grins::

Host Treea says:
::Looks to the CMO one more time:: CMO: If you are wise...you'll bring sedatives.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Xeeth: I am certain it will, just the chance to work together gives us a good first step.  It will not take long, we will walk you to the Transporter Room ourselves.

Host CS_Trin says:
@::Grins pleasantly:: CNS: I'd like that, sure.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: Treea: And if you are wise, you wouldn't underestimate me.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CTO: You can have dinner with them.  Trin: I guess it will be just you and me then.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS: You have a problem with dining with Klingons?

Host CS_Trin says:
@CNS/CTO: Aww...but Targek and Gritta are a blast at parties!  ::Leans in to Daniels and whispers::  Especially if you don't collect their weapons at the door!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@::Smiles his best smile and brushes a strand of hair from his forehead.  Trin is pretty, he thinks. Then he thinks of Talora::  CTO: Okay okay, invite them.  Didn't mean to start another Klingon war.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
@CNS/Trin: It's settled then. Dinner for all and we invite the party blasters.

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