USS Cherokee
"Infinity's Child" Part 11 
11409.21

Ship's Log, Stardate 11409.21, Captain Ayidee recording.  Our mission continues, but we are no closer to understanding who attacked us or if it has anything to do with our primary or secondary mission.  For now, we are going to continue with the primary mission and attend the ceremony of present.

Starring_
Lea as Guest Producer and Nadi 
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee
Topper Loghry as CTO_Ens_Q’ten
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels 

Leave of Absence
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer
Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::In middle section of assigned rooms, wearing uniform but this time with the Korin undergarment beneath.  Waiting for the others to finish getting ready.::

Host Nadi says:
::In the lift leading up to the penthouse suite, dark circles under each of her six eyes, although two are well hidden by the hood she wears up now, and two others slightly obscured. She clutches a crystalline datapad in her hands like a lifeline::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Decides today he will wear his standard uniform despite the heat::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Wally comes out of his room, dressed in the clothes in his closet designated for the present delegation’s part of the festivities.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Greetings and good morning.  Ready to see what's next from these beings?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::just finished dressing in her uniform but with the Korin undergarment on underneath to keep cool, she then joins everyone in the common area.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Yes, Sir.

ACTION: As the lift arrives at the top, Nadi steps gingerly out, just far enough for the glass doors to close behind her, then knocks timidly on the nearby wall, to announce her presence.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Walks out of his room and gathers with everyone else::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Come in...wait, don't think these doors are automated.  ::Walks to the door and opens it.::
Nadi: Ah, good morning.  Come in.

Host Nadi says:
::Scurries into the room a touch uncomfortably, and holds out the datapad to Ayidee, with a quick glance at Nash:: CO: There was only one other Federation citizen on our world, a human.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Nadi: Do your authorities know his present location?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Chief Q'ten has a good question, but I have another.  What was this other human being doing here?

Host Nadi says:
CTO: No, he insisted on finding his own accommodations. He isn't currently with anyone in the diplomatic embassy.
::Turns tiredly to Ayidee and nods:: 
CO: Y-yes.. He requested special permission to speak with our best doctors. He received a tour of their facilities yesterday. That was the last time anyone saw him.
::Points at the datapad he handed Ayidee:: CO: There is a picture there, from customs.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: So he is ill?  ::Takes the datapad.::  Came for your worlds advance medicine?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Nadi: Was he ill?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Nadi: Can we talk to this Doctor he saw?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Looks at the picture.::  All: While we didn't exactly get the best view, this may be the being we saw attacked.

Host Nadi says:
CTO/CO: Not ill that we know of. He was a medical researcher. He was here as part of an exchange program.    
CNS: We can arrange a face-to-face meet with the doctor tonight, but he is currently on holiday for the festival.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: If there is a name we can look him up in the Federation database.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Nadi: Of course he is.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Good idea.  If it's not on our PADD's limited database the shuttle databases should have more information.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Grabs PADD and inputs the information to find out about Ethan Burke, 31, from New Berlin colony, Luna.::
All: Name's Ethan Burke, from the Luna colony, New Berlin.  PADD has no record of him, but its database is certainly limited.

Host Nadi says:
::Shrinks back a little, and sort of hovers near Nash::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::listening to the Captain::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: So, is Mister Burke the victim or the attacker?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: We have a name, but little else.  Is it enough to start looking into this?
CNS: I didn't get a close look at the attacker, and not that close on the victim.  Looks kind of like the victim, however.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Turns away from the group to contact one of the shuttles::* Shuttle*: This is Ensign Q'ten. We need you to look up any information you can find about one Ethan Burke from the New Berlin Colony, Luna.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I thought I heard the Doctor say the two humans shared some of the same DNA, I'd say Ethan is the victim too.  If he weren't the victim would have to be a child.

Host SMLea says:
<Shuttle_FCO>*CTO*: Aye sir, Ethan Burke. Checking the records.

Host Nadi says:
::Drifts away from the group to look out over the balcony, at the people-filled streets below...the occasional balloon slipping through and wafting up through the sky so carefree.::

Host SMLea says:
<Shuttle_FCO>*CTO*: I'm sorry, sir. Either this Burke isn't in the shuttle's records, or it's a forged identity.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: There is a chance they could be related, it fits my theory...no matter how much I don't want to be right.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
*Shuttle*: Very well, we will send you an image of the person in question. Use it and see if you can find any matches.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Hands the CTO the datapad with the image.::

Host SMLea says:
<Shuttle_OPS>*CTO*: Yes sir. Will take the computer awhile longer to run a full visual search of the database, but I'll devote all resources to it.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: Sir it appears that there is no such person as Ethan Burke.  ::takes the PADD and transmits the image to the shuttle::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I guess there's only one thing to do.  Go to the festival and see what happens.  We aren't learning anything standing around here.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: I agree. That is one of our mission parameters after all.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Thinks a second.::  All: The Counselor is right.  It will take some time for the shuttle to do a proper search anyhow. In the meantime we can at least learn about these beings.  At their happiest.  Let's get to it then.  ::Starts towards the door.::  
Nadi: Are we ready to head to the festival, Nadi?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: We could flash that picture of Burke around, see if any one recognizes him.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
ALL: I guess it goes without saying, keep a wary eye out for anything suspicious.
CNS: True, it's not like he would blend.

Host Nadi says:
::Her eyes flash with a bit of hope for the first time in hours, and she nods:: CO: Yes, yes.
  
CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Of course the Korin could think we all look alike.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: You mean all you humans?  Only because you do. ::grins::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: In many ways, you do.  Just as in many ways all beings of the same species do.  Familiarity ends that issue fairly quick, however.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Be nice or I take out my Klingon joke book.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: You'd only botch the delivery.

Host Nadi says:
::Moves away from the ledge and rejoins the group:: 

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: I could just slam you in the head with it.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: And damage a perfectly good book?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS/CTO:  Boys, boys, boys, settle down or I'll assign you new quarters on when we get back home.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Points at Wally:: OPS: He started it!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Passing the image might work, but it will take some luck.  How many beings did we see in the ceremony yesterday?  We'd have to find one who both saw and recognize one strange alien.  Go ahead and try, but it will take some effort.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CTO:  Try me, Klingon.  ::stares at him square in the eyes::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: They think we both look alike, you and me because we're human.  I can differentiate between Klingon and Caitians too.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Counselor, let's not go there.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: It was just a suggestion.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Hangs his head and shuffles around:: OPS: Yes ma'am.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: We're furry, and a lot less friendly.
CNS: It might work, just saying, don't get discouraged if it takes a lot of tries.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Yes but you have different colors patterns in your fur, Sir.
CTO: And Klingons have different forehead ridges.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Self:  Men, tell them to settle down and they keep at it, why am I not surprised.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Oh, I'm not showing the picture around, Sir.  That's a CTO's job.

Host Nadi says:
::Just watches kind of bewildered as the four go at it::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: And I'll be sticking close to you sir. Just in case there are any more surprises waiting for us.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Let's get moving then.
CTO: We all need to stick fairly close, or at least in groups.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: Agreed.

Host Nadi says:
::Moves in close to Nash once more::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Follows everyone to the lift::  CTO: You guys are easy targets in your uniforms.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::follows everyone::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Starts out the door and into the lift.::  CNS: If the attack was directed at Starfleet, our very nature would make us obvious targets.  I'm not sure what the attack is after, however.  We will be careful.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: If that's the case then it will help keep the rest of you safer. It's not like I blend anyway.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: From a distance a sniper won't see me, I'll blend in.

ACTION: The lift reaches the bottom floor, releasing everyone to the activity below.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Steps out of the lift.::  All: If there is a sniper, find cover.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks around to see where he'd like to go next, even though he won't be going that way, as we have to stay together::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: I enjoyed the Ceremony of Past, looking back to see what we can learn from our past.  What happens in the Ceremony of Present?

ACTION: On the streets beyond, people throng through the narrow spaces between city blocks, filled with laughter and cajoling, singles flirting shamelessly, and lots and lots of shopping, as venders line nearly every walkway.

Host Nadi says:
CO: It's a sort of meditation exercise, much like the Ceremony of Past.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: That's my whole point. Assuming that we are being targeted, I will more likely be the target giving the rest of you time to fins cover.

Host Nadi says:
CO: It starts just before the sun reaches its zenith.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: And the next few hours is spent readying for it, getting "into the mood" so to speak?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: We'll don't be a target.  We don't want to use you as cover.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: That is my job... to ensure the safety of the crew.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: You're crazy… and that's my job.  ::Smiles and jabs the Klingon in the ribcage with his elbow::

Host Nadi says:
CO: Enjoying, cherishing, relishing the moment, the now, that which is here, as Natas teaches.

ACTION: Korin jostle around and past the Cherokee crew in the streets.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: I understand.  Embrace the now when you can, because it is fleeting, eh?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: If we have a DNA sample of the Korin attacker, can't we use it to identify him.  They must have some kind of records on Korin.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Stops walking and looks at the CNS.::  CNS: That is a good idea if they have a sufficient database of such things.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Holding the PADD with the photo on it, showing it to several Korins at the same time. Crowd: I have lost track of my friend. Have you seen him anywhere?

ACTION: Several Korin simply shake their head at Q'ten.

Host SMLea says:
<Letock>::Pauses, looking more closely at Q'ten's PADD::

Host Nadi says:
::Watching and listening:: CO: Not everyone is on record, but criminals, student offenders, and all government workers are. 

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: They must have birth records or medical/dental records.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::looking around, observing everyone::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Notices the Korin taking a closer look and casually sniffs at him:: Letock: DO you recognize him? I can't find him anywhere in this crowd.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: I understand.  But it's worth an effort.  Maybe we can look into it?

Host SMLea says:
<Letock>::Laughs briefly:: CTO: Yes! Your friend was right over here.... ::Points over Q'ten's shoulder, at a small sales booth a little ways down the street:: Good luck, friend!  ::Turns away and shakes his head, muttering something about the inferior visual acuity of two-eyes-ers::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Walking along and looking at the stuff for sale::  CTO: A lead?

Host Nadi says:
::Nods eagerly:: CO: Yes, of course. Do you have the DNA scan I can take to the embassy? Someone there could look up the records.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: That would be appreciated, but given the importance of this festival, can we expect anyone to be there during the ceremony?

SCENE: Letock disappears into the throng. The booth he indicated stands, selling various antiques, approximately 10 meters away from the Cherokee crew.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Do you have the doctor's DNA scans handy?

Host Nadi says:
CO: Not many, but someone must always be there. Also, there will likely be parties happening nearby. I can find someone.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Hands the CO his Tricorder::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Passes the Tricorder along to Nadi.::  CNS: Great thinking, Ensign.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Come on.  Let's go check out the vendor.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

Host Nadi says:
::Accepts the Tricorder, then looks up to Ayidee and Nash:: CO: Thank you. I will find what I can...   ::Provides a brief, warm smile, before turning away::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: Yes, let's go see what we can find.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Want us to go in with you or do you think too many in the booth will be a problem?  If so we can cover you from out here.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: We'll just pretend we're shopping and casually ask if the vendor saw our lost 'friend'.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CO: I think it would be best if the rest of you merely cover me and I will approach.  As you say, too many approaching at once may scare him off.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: You don't want me to go?  The picture showing idea was mine.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods.::  OPS: Then we...what is the term?  Window shop?  ::Reaches into pocket and grabs the Type I Phaser, keeping it in palm.::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
CNS: You're welcome to join me. Maybe with you I won't look so intimidating.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::chuckles::  CO:  Yes, Captain, Window Shopping it is.

Host Nadi says:
::Once turned away, her sheer exhaustion at being up all night in the embassy finally settles upon her as she heads back once more to the embassy for information::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Okay, now you're making sense.  Let's go.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Heads toward the vender indicated::

ACTION: As CTO and ENS head into the vendor's tent, they find themselves surrounded by a few Korin in various states of dress, both skimpy, modern, and cloaked. The vender herself stands behind a counter.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Looks around assessing any possible threats while trying to look friendly::

SCENE: Shelves are filled with various antiques, from old trinkets and perfume bottles to tapestries, to small hand weapons, to domestic tools.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Interesting world...even with the strange attack.

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
Vendor: Hello, I wonder if you could help me. I have been separated from a human friend of mine, and a kind stranger indicated that he saw him in here recently. ::Show the vendor the picture:: Have you seen him?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  It is interesting and at the same time very beautiful.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looking at the antiques, looking casual::

Host SMLea says:
<Vendor>::Pauses and looks up, then looks somewhat derogatorily at the CTO, not immediately recognizing that he lacks back eyes:: CTO: Yeah, right behind you.  ::Points over Q'ten's shoulder::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Turns to look at what the guy is pointing at::

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Looks behind him and sees his target:: turns back to the vendor:: Vendor: Thank you so very much!

ACTION: As Q'ten and Daniels look around, they see a single hooded figure perusing a small shelf of knives and small combustion weapons. The figure turns momentarily to look elsewhere, and his face is revealed to Daniels and Q'ten - as that of the dead man in their attack.

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