USS Cherokee 
"Infinity's Child" 
Part 5

Ship's Log, Stardate 11408.03, Captain Ayidee recording.  The crew has readied for te ceremony, and I believe are as intrigued about this system as I am.  However, there are still a lot of questions out there about just how this system came into being.  And why.

Starring_
Lea as Guest Producer, Nadi, Fettr and Ceremony_Figure
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels 
Topper Loghry as CTO_Ens_Q’ten
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora

Guest Starring
Connor as Ambassador_Krellit

Absent
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer

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CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::In his room checking himself out in a full length mirror.  Then, he goes and pokes his head out the door to see if the others are there and ready::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Standing before the lift, in Starfleet Dress Uniform in order to best represent the Federation at this ceremony.  Waiting for the others to be ready.::

ACTION: The sounds of festivities and hum of the crowd wafting up grow audible across the roof as the sun hangs low in the sky.

ACTION: The central lift rises, revealing the small Nadi, in her robes and long braided hair peeking out from the hood drawn around her head.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she double checks her outfit, and she is still pleased on her choice.  She is not taking sides, she just loves the outfit the best of the three basic styles.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Leaving her uniform on, but wearing the underwear that was offered, she fixes her hair in a non-Starfleet regulation style before stepping out of her room into the common room.::

ACTION: The air on the rooftop is still over 90F, and hotter stories below on the ground.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Hello, we are just about ready.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees what every one else is wearing and quickly does a quick change into his regular uniform::

Host Nadi says:
::Smiles brightly:: CO: Very good! I will show you to the square.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Combs his hair and joins the others at the lift::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Are we ready?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles and nods her head:: CO: Ready whenever you are, sir.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Ready when you are, Captain.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Ready.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Then let us get under way.  ::Steps into the lift.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::follows the CO into the lift::

Host Nadi says:
::Steps back into the lift and to the side, giving plenty of room for the others to join, as she presses the control to take them to the ground floor::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Steps onto the lift::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Disappointed at not wearing the past delegations costume of choice.  Steps onto lift::

ACTION: Once all officers are on the lift, it begins to descend.

Host Nadi says:
::Positions near Nash, and speaks quietly and admiringly:: OPS: You honor us!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Nadi:  I actually love how this outfits fits me.  Plus of all the styles offered, this one had my favorite color scheme.  I haven't felt more beautiful in such a long time.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Is already hot and uncomfortable::

Host Nadi says:
::Smiles:: OPS: You are very beautiful. It is well for you.

ACTION: The lift comes to a stop on the ground floor, its doors opening to the lobby.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles and feels very cool and comfortable, not sweating at all::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Nadi:  Just wish my husband was here to see me like this.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Steps out, then pauses to let Nadi lead the way before falling in behind.::

Host Nadi says:
::With a parting smile to Nash, she moves forward to the front of the group:: CO: This is the way, but I have prepare this map for you, so that tomorrow you can be free to explore our city. ::Pulls from a pocket in her voluminous robes a small sheet of glass, smaller than a PADD, and offers it to Ayidee::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Follows behind CO, tugging at his collar::

ACTION: Billows of warm, dry air hit the crew as they exit onto the street.

Host Nadi says:
::Cheerfully:: All: This way!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Thank you. ::Takes the device and sees if it is as easy to operate as the communication device.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles:: All: I suppose this is a celebration after all. Where is the good Ambassador?

ACTION: Nadi guides the crew through the narrow winding streets toward the center square.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: The Ambassador was given special quarters fitting of rank.  Krellit will join us at the ceremony.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::as she walks through the streets, she is looking around in awe of the culture unfolding before her eyes.::

SCENE: As the crew moves through the crowds, they are struck once more by the sights, sounds, and scents of celebration: even more colored banners flying through the skies, draped over windows or walls; venders lining the streets with various wares and edible goodies, both hot and cold; children running, shouting, and playing. The great mass of people leading toward the square.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Nadi, are the streets always this lively or is this activity due to the celebration's occurrence?

Host Nadi says:
CO: Oh, it's quite more active because of the celebration, but this is still a busy city.

ACTION: The crew approaches the square, as Nadi leads them up to the indicated building, and into a lift, bearing them to the open rooftop. Here chairs in groupings of three or four surround small glass tables upon curvy, twisted wrought-iron legs. Two tables spread at the back of the porch are lined with various edible affairs and beverages.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::sitting down at a table with one of the future leaders::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: I see.  Just trying to get a feel for your culture, and the celebration's effect on it provides a great chance to see how things interact.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Enjoying the rush to his senses and the cooler air atop the roof of the building.

Host Fettr says:
::Sitting with Krellit, leaning forward in his seat, a small plate of food on the table:: Krellit: Yes, but how did you handle the matter of the…  ::Breaks off, as he sees the Cherokee crew emerge from below:: Krellit: Excuse me, Ambassador.  ::Stands to his feet::

Host Nadi says:
CO: Anything I can do to help, I am here for. ::Smiles::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: I hope we can prove easy to please, and that we can provide you some glimpse into our cultures as well.

Host Nadi says:
CO: That would be very well! ::Smiles, but as she sees Fettr approach, she drifts off toward the back of the group, looking for Talora::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Sees Nadi approaching her and gives her a small smile::

Host Fettr says:
::Approaches Ayidee and holds out his hand in a good approximation of the Earth custom:: CO: Welcome, Captain of the Cherokee!  And your fine officers.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Nods politely to Fettr::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Fettr: Thank you for your welcome, it is an honor and pleasure to join you and Ambassador Krellit here.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Shakes Fettr's hand in return.::

Host Fettr says:
::Exchanges a good, firm handshake with Ayidee, then turns to gesture to the other Korin on the rooftop:: CO: May I introduce my colleagues of the Second Circle, Mark Donson and Mark Rell. And I am Mark Fettr.  We are pleased to be your hosts for this celebration.

ACTION: A present and past associate each nod and smile from their seats.
Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods back to each, giving best smile.::  All: We look forward to seeing it.

Host Fettr says:
CO/All: Please, enjoy!  CO: Captain, if I might indulge your company, I have many questions about the Federation, and Starfleet in particular, and would appreciate your fine perspective.

Host Nadi says:
::Quietly:: CMO: You look well.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Fettr: Of course, learning is our reason for being, but teaching others about ourselves is a big part of that.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles and whispers:: Nadi: As do you.

ACTION: A series of wait staff, attired in white uniforms resembling scrubs, emerge from a staff lift in the back, bearing platters with small pouches upon them. The staff move around the roof top, distributing bags to everyone, including the crew, Nadi, and the Ambassador.  As quickly as they appear, they disappear.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes to check out the refreshment table, figuring maybe a cold beverage would cool him off.  On the way is given a bag by a waiter::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Fettr: Is there any order to the seating or should I let my crew disperse?  ::Takes the bag from the wait staff member.:: And where were you sitting, with Ambassador Krellit there?

Host Fettr says:
CO: Of course, they may go as they wish. Yes, I am here with the Ambassador. Quite a wise woman,  ::Nods in deference to the Ambassador:: Krellit: If I may be so bold as to comment.  

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she looks at the bag that was promptly placed in her hands, she smiles at the new gift given to her.::

ACTION: The wait staff appear once more, this time with arms full of balloons in all the cultural colors. They carefully distribute one balloon to each guest upon the rooftop.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Feel free to find seats, and take part in the exchange of pleasantries as best you can.  ::Steps towards the Ambassador's table, taking the balloon and wrapping the tie around hand.::  Krellit: Ambassador.  ::Nods.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Waits to see if anyone else opens the bag first.  Gets a drink from the table and a balloon from another speedy waiter::

Host Nadi says:
::Smiles, blushing a little:: CMO: Thank you. ::As she receives her bag and balloon, she slips the loop of the balloon string over the left little finger, and begins to open her bag...then pauses, looking up at Talora:: CMO: M--May I sit with you? Or would that be offensive? ::Suddenly looks quite insecure::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Looks over at Nadi:: Nadi: Of course. ::Smiles:: But first, do you have a minute to chat somewhere private? I have a couple questions that I'd like to ask you.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::takes a look inside the bag::

Host Fettr says:
::Joins the CO and Krellit at their little table, sitting down, and slipping the balloon on his left small finger, and starts to open his bag as she speaks with the CO:: CO: I was asking the Ambassador here, particularly about the role of Starfleet within the Federation. Perhaps you could illuminate me?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Puts the balloon on a finger of his left hand and sips his drink.  He wonders where he should go next::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she finds a seat to where she has a good vantage point of enjoying the festivities and observing everything.::

ACTION: OPS can see on the city streets below, as balloons pour into the square, the streets...and small bags are handed out everywhere and start to be opened.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Walks to the edge of the roof and takes in the view of the square below, wishing he were down there where the action was::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Sets the bag down, copies the act of putting the balloon around left little finger, and then sits before starting to look in bag.::  Fettr: Yes, we are the service arm of the Federation, providing a means of exploration, providing aid in emergencies, official transport, and, as needed, defense.

Host Nadi says:
::Both excited and relieved for a moment:: CMO: Sure! This way. ::Guides Talora toward a back corner of the rooftop, away from the food and peoples::

Host Fettr says:
CO: Yes, so the Ambassador was explaining. So Starfleet functions as both a research, and peacekeeping arm, then?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Fettr: Yes, and in practice and in desire we luckily do more research and exploring than peacekeeping.  But deep space is full of threats, and for that we do our best to be ready.

ACTION: In the center of the square, a few scantily clad officials walk their way into the center. The square itself begins to rise from the ground, lifting several stories into the air.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she looks in awe and she notices that everyone who was given the bag, is opening it so she does the same.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Follows along with Nadi until they reached a corner:: Nadi: So, tell me more about your culture. I know it's not always like this.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees the square ascend::

Host Nadi says:
::Smiles:: CMO: Yes, this is our celebration of renewal...of reviewing who we were, who we are, and where we are going. Everyone's in especially good spirits.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Wonders if they are missing the ceremony down below::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles and nods:: Nadi: But what is the city normally like? I've always been curious to learn more about others.

ACTION: A figure steps forward from the group, and speaks his first word as the sun first touches the edge of the horizon. His voice is carried throughout the square, echoing even throughout the city, through loud speaker systems, as well as home listening devices all turned up.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Fettr: We also assist our diplomatic corps, including ambass...::Stops as the speaker starts speaking.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she looks in the bag and it shows that the bag she has contains two sets of slips each wrapped with a thin ribbon and then a small writing quill. She smiles because this gift will be cherished.::

Host Ceremony_Figure says:
All: And so we begin, the Ritual of Renewal, gazing upon that which was before, those who came before us, that which we were and did.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Watching the ceremony and sipping his drink::

Host Nadi says:
CMO: A little q-- ::Grows silent as the figure speaks, then quickly digs into the bag, and removes the quill and one of the sets of little papers...she begins scribbling on them in an unfamiliar script::

Host Fettr says:
::Looks from Ayidee, to the figure on the dais, and back, smiling:: CO: If you would like to join us, Captain, within your bag you will find a two slips of papers.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Listens to the speaker, but also tries to keep an eye on what Nadi is doing::

Host Fettr says:
CO: As well as a pen. Upon one set, the translucent set, you write that about your past that you cherish and honor, or wish to keep and learn from.  Upon the other, opaque set, you write that about your past that you must release in order to properly face the future.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hears the instructions from Fettr as to what the bag and its contents are for::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Pulls the papers out, pauses briefly then writes "Starfleet", "Law" and "Captain Prin" on the translucent set.  Then writes "vengeance" on the other.::

SCENE: All around, Korin can be seen jotting little messages upon their slips of paper a the sun continues to set.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::writes her notes on the paper::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::upon hearing what to do with her gift, she writes on the translucent one memories from Betazed and meeting her husband and have her children.  On the opaque one, she writes, one word "Grandchildren.”::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
On the translucent set he writes the names of his mother, father and grandfather.  On the opaque set he writes "the fear of being alone"::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Opens her bag and jots on one paper, "Assassin", "Brotherhood" and "Mother" before writing on the other, "The Past"::

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