USS Cherokee 
Old Soldiers, by JR Klein, Part 5
11808.26

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Producer
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash
JR Klein as CEO_LtJG_Truus, Adm_Blair, Adm_T’Laos and Arc writer
Zach Farland as CNS_LtJg_Daniels
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent
None
Leave of Absence
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
Ship's Log, Stardate 11809.16, Captain Ayidee recording.  We are learning that this militia has a few big names to it, including Admiral Blair, a Federation War Hero.  Ultimately that changes nothing, however.  We need to find answers and need to find them in a timely way to keep Starfleet satisfied.

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm Blair: Well Admiral, you've talked about what you are against.  Next question has to be, how do you keep running?  In other words, funding, operating costs, all those things.  Do you depend on donations or do you have a larger plan in place?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::carefully hears the conversation between the CO and Admiral Blair::

Adm_Blair says:
CO: We provide for ourselves. And there's no grand plan here. But I think there might be one against us. And by "us" I mean the Federation.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm Blake: Grand plan?  Can you elaborate on that a bit?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::raises an eyebrow and thinks:: Self: Delusional paranoid thinking and weak arguments so far.::

Adm_Blair says:
CO: There are many factions out there who think the Federation unnecessarily limits them. Just imagine if all those factions worked together.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
ADM: What factions?  Who are you talking about?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Nothing in Starfleet Intelligence late reports indicates such a threat, Admiral.

Adm_Blair says:
::he sighs, shakes his head:: All: Starfleet thinks we are being paranoid or looking for excuses to start a war. On the former perhaps they're right. But we won't start anything.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::looks at the rest of the crew with a skeptical expression on his face::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm Blair: There are threats to every power, every being for that matter.  Is there something specific that makes you think these independent powers are anti Federation enough to realistically band together?

ACTION: At this point Blair just looks frustrated. T'Laos quietly approaches the crew.

Adm_T’Laos says:
::almost whispering:: CO: I am now having second thoughts about coming here.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::at this point he would just call SF medical branch and have asked for a detachment of psychiatric care::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Also whispering.::  Adm T'Laos: That also is common in life, choices made often lead to second thoughts.
Adm Blair: I mean no offense Admiral, just that if you are seeing something, a pattern, it might let us see what you see.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Admiral Blair:  At least, show us some concrete evidence that support your claims. I am sure that if you produce some solid evidence Starfleet will hear you.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
ADM: You still haven't told us who the subject of your suspicions is, is it the Romulans, Cardassians and/or Klingons.  Or is someone else involved?

Adm_Blair says:
::just shakes his head. he has nothing concrete, and now sees T'Laos with them:: All: I'm sorry. Rumors are all I have.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Adm Blair:  At least , can you be more specific on those rumors? Origin? their nature?

Adm_Blair says:
All: I heard the Orions were sending weapons and equipment to them - to a rogue Klingon house and a group of hawkish Cardassians. But there hasn't been any concrete proof.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
ADM Blair: So, you and your group are trying to find concrete proof?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm Blair: But that kind of rumor gives those who find the concrete something to look for.  A pattern, somewhere to start.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: That's more like it. We could dig in the intelligence reports to see if there are some hints on this matter that analyst didn't notice before.

Adm_Blair says:
All: We've interrogated some of the Orions, but 'gun runners run guns' is hardly proof of anything.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Blair: Are their any specifics in the rumors, like which Orions, which Cardassians, which Klingons, that kind of thing?

Adm_Blair says:
::shakes his head:: All: In any case. You came here for T'Laos, and she seems willing to go with you. You may leave with her if you wish.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Although I am skeptical we could see to start some informal inquiries for now, until we can get more solid evidence and report the situation to Starfleet Command.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
CO: Our mission was to retrieve Admiral T’Laos.  If she's willing to come with us then, I'd say this assignment is over.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods.:: All: Indeed, at least we have something to look into.  But agreed, if the Admiral is ready to leave this stage of the task is done.

Adm_Blair says:
All: I suppose I can't keep Haven secret any more. Knew it would happen eventually. Perhaps they will follow up on what I've told you... good luck.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm Blair: For now, we will tell Starfleet that Admiral T'Laos came to a meeting.  We found her, then escorted her back.  We will give you a bit more time but yes, your time behind the scenes cannot last long.  Starfleet will know you exist, just not where yet.  We will look into these rumors, however.  Just to see where they lead.

Adm_Blair says:
All: Thank you. 

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: If you allow me, sir, I will look into it as soon as we return to the ship.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
ADM Blair: It was good meeting you, Sir.  You really should consider coming out of hiding.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Yes, indeed.  We all should, but keep the inquiries...light might be the right term?  Just need to find if there is something to the rumors for now.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I will use my personal contacts and keep it informal. If something arises, I will report it to you immediately .

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm Blair: Yes Admiral.  Even without proof, hearing these reports from a being of your reputation would help get them the attention you wish them to have.

ACTION: Blair nods and returns to his desk, thoughtful. T'Laos joins the crew and the guards part to let them go.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: I know it is an unusual request, but keep Admiral Blair's existence quiet for now.  I believe he has earned this bit of respect.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: ::nods:: More than logical, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Adm T'Laos: Admiral, I will leave Admiral Blair's existence report to your discretion.  We will tell them we found you and you told us you had a meeting.  Not quite a lie, but it puts a bit of play on your plate, if you will.

Adm_T’Laos says:
CO: Very well.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Steps into Transporter room and onto the platform.::  *Cherokee*: Ready to beam back when you are ready.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::grabs a PADD and makes some notes ::

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