USS Cherokee 
Pleasant View, by Zach Farland, Part 31
11804.29

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Producer
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
JR Klein as CEO_LtJG_Truus
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels, Earhart_XO_Price, Earhart_OPS_Cash, and Arc Writer
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent
None
Leave of Absence
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
Ship's Log, Stardate 11804.29, Captain Ayidee recording.  We are pushing for the roof to make contact with Starfleet and find our way out of this "facility".  The entry of the Rabidus into the building has pushed up our time frame greatly.

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CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Sir, since you have the communicator, you need to get up to the roof and contact the Cherokee.  We'll do whatever it takes to slow the Rabidus down to give you enough time.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I will assist the CTO.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
CTO: I thought we were all going to the roof...

Earhart_XO_Price says:
::At the top of the staircase.  Finally manages to get the door to the roof open::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::In stairwell, making a fighting withdrawal.::  CTO: Only if you all understand that it is an ORDER that you keep falling back ahead of the Rabidus.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::hoping that they all reach the roof in time so they can return home.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CEO: We are, but some of will have to slow down the Rabidus forces in order to give everyone time to be evacuated.

ACTION: The aliens in the stairwell begin pouring out onto the flat rooftop.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Hands weapon to CTO.::  CTO: Backup in case one of your team's weapons run out.  Or if you need another bomb.  ::Turns back and moves up the stairs with the communicator.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: We'll put it to good use sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Waits until the CO leaves::  CTO: Another bomb sounds like a good idea..

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::checks his weapon:: CTO: Waiting for your orders, ready to provide suppressive fire.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: It would definitely slow down any stairwell advance, and if we're lucky maybe even take out enough stairs that the Rabidus can't advance any further.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: It'd be a lot of fun too.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
CNS/CTO: You two have strange ideas of 'fun'.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Yes it would.  CIV/CEO: Anybody have any better ideas?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO: What's wrong with enjoying one's job?  ::Smiles::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CEO: Especially when it makes these vorSaQ suffer?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Sets the weapon to over load and steps into the stairwell proper::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Trying to work through the crowds to get to the roof, trying comm badge repeatedly on the path up.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Carefully dangles the weapon over the railing so that it will fall straight down the center and drops it::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Rushes back to the stairwell landing::

Earhart_XO_Price says:
People on Stairs and Roof: Stay away from the roof's edge.  Let's not block the doorway.  Keep moving.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::quickly follows the CO::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS:  I could hear them running up the stairs...still a couple of floors down

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::rushes with the others to the roof, while she keeps an eye on her son and his new charges::

ACTION: There's an explosion at the bottom of the stairwell.  Concrete partially blocks the stairs.  Some screams are heard.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: That should slow them down a bit.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: I think we ruined somebody's day.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Eyes the railing, wondering if they'd work like Jeffries tube handles during the morning runs.  Decides it isn't likely to work and keeps working towards the roof.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: A perfect explosion.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV:  I just wish we could time them, or at least set them off remotely. Then we could really get the maximum bang for our buck.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: How effective would these weapons be towards demolishing the stairs behind us as we climb?

Earhart_OPS_Cash says:
All: All Earhart crew who isn't combat trained should begin making their way to the roof now.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Keeps tapping comm badge.::  *Any*: This is Captain Ayidee of the USS Cherokee to any who receive this signal.  Requesting assistance and withdrawal from this location, can anyone hear me?

Earhart_OPS_Cash says:
Richie: That includes you, Mister.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Judging for their fire power, I would say they are not enough by themselves, but combining two or more that would do the trick

ACTION: The CO's COM badge crackles and gives out some static noise, which is progress.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
ALL: Alright then, as we withdraw to the roof we take the stairs out behind us.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::hears the static and breathes a sigh of relief:: CO: Almost there, eh?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO: That sounds like it is almost getting  "handshake".

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<Richie>: OPS Cash: Aaww Ma.  ::Does as told::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
ALL: Melt them down to slag if we have to.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Fires his own weapon at the stairs below them::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Joins CTO in firing down the stairwell::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: If nothing else maybe it will give them a hotfoot.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::fires as well::

ACTION: All alien patients are on the roof and the Earhart crew is on their way up too.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Keeps trying to get to the roof and trying badge.::  *Any*: Does anyone copy?

ACTION: The CO has reached the roof.

Earhart_XO_Price says:
CO: Welcome to the roof, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*Any*: Captain Ayidee of USS Cherokee to any within range.  Can anyone read me?

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::with CO; looks around::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Look around for any high points to get higher.::

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aOPS Tate>: *CO*: This is the Cherokee.  It's good to hear from you, Captain.

ACTION: Those on the roof, at hearing the Cherokee's voice, cheer.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*aOPS*: Cherokee, can you locate my signal?  We need withdrawal, for our crew, Earhart crew and numerous civilians.

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aOPS Tate>: *CO*: Aye, Sir.  The building's communications system is out but, not on the roof.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*aOPS*: Wait, did you find a way to defend against the system destroying attack?  Are you able to keep systems intact?

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aOPS Tate>: *CO*: I'll put Mister McWilliams on the COM for you, Sir.

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: *CO*: Good to hear you, Captain.  We had the repairs to the Cherokee almost completed but, they hit us again.  The Earhart too.  They took a few more crew members and left.  Luckily, we haven't seen them in a while and repairs are going good on both ships.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
CO: I hope this isn't some kind of trick...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CEO: Don't have much choice.  But they don't have the need to trick here as far as I see.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*McWilliams*: Understood, are the two ships in condition for extraction?

ACTION: The crowd in the stairwell thins out as more arrive on the rooftop.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: *CO*: Aye, Sir. Vul Chur returned but, we chased him off.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*McWilliams*: It is a risk but our only option.  If you can get in, we need all beings on the roof extracted as quickly as possible.

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: *CO*: We can use the Earhart's transporters too.  We'll begin extraction.  We'll put everyone in the Cargo Bay, for now.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
Self: Finally. Can't wait to get off this rock...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Everybody's gone but us.  Let's get to the roof or they'll leave us behind.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS/CIV: Yes, Go!  There's not a lot left we can do here.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*McWilliams*: Shuttles also, first load down we could use some Type 3s.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::is relieved to be going home, she searches for Liam, after a quick scan of the crowd, she locates him and heads to meet up with him::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Heads up to the roof::

ACTION: Rabidus aircraft arrive and begin circling the airspace above the asylum.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO/CNS: I'm right behind you ::rushes up the stairs::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  ::sees his mother heading towards him, he meets her halfway::  OPS:  The other children found others from their respective groups so I assumed my job was done.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::pokes CO's comm badge:: *aCO*: They have air support!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*McWilliams*: Cancel last, they have air power in place, just make it happen as fast as you can.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Heads to the roof with CTO and CIV:: CTO/CIV: We are so out of here.

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: *CO*: Aye, Sir.  We're ready.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Liam:  Wonderful, now your new job is to stay with me. Let's go join the Captain.  He made contact with the Cherokee.

ACTION: The extraction begins.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CNS: Finally, this illogical insanity comes to an end.

ACTION: A half dozen Type 3's are beamed down to the CO's location.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  OPS: No resistance here, let's go.  ::Liam joins his mother as they meet up with the Captain::

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::takes one of the phasers and tries firing on the Rabidus aircraft::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Reaches the roof.  Enjoys the sunshine on his face and the breeze in the air::  CTO/CIV: It feels good to be out of there.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Grabs a couple Phaser rifles and makes way back to the stairs, tossing one to the CTO.::  CTO: Early birthday gift, Lieutenant.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Emerges onto the roof and sees the aircraft circling around, but also sees the glimmer of transporter beams::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I want one.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CNS: indeed. ::notices the Rabidus aircraft hovering over the building::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Grabs the phaser rifle and takes aim at the nearest aircraft.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Turns and aims other Phaser at the aircraft.::  CNS: There are a few more over there, go ahead and grab one.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Starts firing at the circling aircraft::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets a weapon and start firing in the sky::

ACTION: The aircraft go on the defensive.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::aims at what appears to be one engine compartment on the side of one aircraft::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: The Transporters are ours, keep calm, we'll get out of here.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
ALL: I can't believe these Rabidus.  They aren't firing back at us.  I bet that somewhere in their warped brains they believe we can still be captured and made to jump through hoops again.

ACTION: The CIV disables one aircraft as smoke rushes out of it and it goes down.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: ::raises an eyebrow:: The old marksman still lives...

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
CIV: Nice shot!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CIV: That was awesome.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: If they don't want to fire at us, I can assure you the feeling is NOT mutual.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Aims at what appears to be the cockpit of one of the craft and fires::

ACTION: Most everyone has been extracted.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: thanks. ::continues shooting::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
ALL: Can't wait to get my hands on Cherokee’s tactical controls and really give these p'taH a piece of my mind.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: *CO*: Sir, We're ready to beam up the senior officers.  Would you like to be beamed directly to the bridge, Sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Sorry, but not worth the risk.  Given the nature of their weapon, we are bugging out as soon as we're aboard.
*McWilliams*: Affirmative, then get both ships out of here at Earhart's best speed.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::looks up as if trying to see where the Cherokee is::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: *CO*: Aye, Sir.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: At least a couple of aft torpedoes as a parting gift?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::anxiously waiting to be beamed home with her son by her side::

ACTION: Those still left on the rooftop are directly beamed to the Cherokee's bridge.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Tempting, but we don't know anything about the target area.  There might be civilians.
McWilliams: Get us out of here.

CEO_LtJG_Truus says:
::beamed up. Looks around:: Self: Ohh, feels good to be back on a Starfleet ship.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::materializes on the Cherokee bridge:: All: majqa!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Rematerializes on the bridge::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::materializes on the bridge and sighs with relief::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::materializes on the Cherokee with her son::  ALL:  So good to be home.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
All: We made it!

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Immediately pushes his way to the tactical console::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::heads to OPS:: Liam:  Stay out of the way until we get clear.

Earhart_XO_Price says:
::On the bridge of the Cherokee:: All: I never thought we'd get out of there.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::His finger hovers over the aft torpedo launch button for a few moments before slamming his fist onto the console::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  ::nods as he does as asked::

Earhart_XO_Price says:
<aCO Lt. Cmdr. McWilliams>: CO: Aye, Sir.
::Takes ship out of there::

ACTION: The Earhart follows the Cherokee.

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