USS Cherokee 
Palingenesis, by Steve Weller, Part 7
12006.21

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, Chan_Mosley and Producer
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull
Mike as EO_Ens_Sanosuke
Zach Farland as CNS_LtJg_Daniels
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent 
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash
Leave of Absence
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
Ship's Log, Stardate 12006.21, Captain Ayidee recording.  The crew is gathered for dinner with Chancellor Mosley.  There are a few things here that have me wondering, but our mission still stands.

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CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::follows the chats with extreme attention::

Host Chan_Mosley says:
All: If you have all gotten your drinks, shall we have a seat?  Dinner will be ready shortly.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
All: Sorry if I am being forward here, but are any of you from the border worlds, or were you born in the Core?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: Not, I am afraid, I am not from, ::emphasizes:: border worlds...

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley:  I was born in orbit of Mars, at the Utopia Planitia Fleet yards.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CIV: I do not mean to imply anything, your choice of career is far more telling than your place of birth.  I just wondered if any of you know what life out here is like.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: Oh I see... I suppose you are trying to make a point. ::sips his cup::

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CIV: Not yet, although points are often needed to move a conversation.  I just wanted to know who I was dealing with, and where one comes from is the base of who they are.  Besides, the Core worlds are who built our society to start with.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: I fully agree on that. And I hope you still share their way of life, their values.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CIV: Hope I still share their way of life and their values?  Of course I do, that is what we are fighting for out here.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: ::Thinks - "Where one comes from is the base of who they are"?::  Self: Not sure I agree with that.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::looks at Captain Marek and snickers at his remark to the Chancellor, takes another sip of his whiskey::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: ::nods:: And I am glad about that.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: Oh?  People have to start somewhere, and that start typically...well, for lack of a better term, brands them a certain way.  They can try and change it, even succeed to a point, but that only can take them so far.  Or do you see it different?

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: I just don't believe a place of birth says anything about a person's character.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::makes a mental note:: Self:: he is trying to sell out his ideas...

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Maybe you could demonstrate your theory.  Tell me.  What does my birth place say about me?

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: Well, from Mars Utopia, you were born in the human home system.  Your, our, people were highly adaptive, we embraced the ideas of the Federation.  Inclusion, acceptance, and in need, a willingness to fight for what we believe.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: I am certain you have grown past that start, but for most humans there is some of that.  Again, most humans.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::another mental note:: Self:: A fortune teller...

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: But again, where you were born is just the start.  I cannot pretend to truly know you based on that.  Life changes us all.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: It's a bit of a generalization but, I think I understand where you're coming from a little better.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: ::stares at the Chancellor in his eyes:: So, Chancellor, what would you say about my birth place and my choice of career? ::raises an eyebrow::

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: Oh, it is definitely a generalization.  I can't know everyone, no one can.  And I can't make judgements in my personal or public decisions based on such things.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: I don't mean to be disagreeable, Sir.  Let's chalk it up to the beer.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CIV: Typically, Vulcans adhere to logic and try to guide their decisions based on it.  ::Glances at the CNS.::  Again, generalization.  But based on a minor bit of extrapolation, I'd guess you felt it was logical to join an organization that spreads knowledge and upholds peace.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: But I got to be known as a trigger-happy tactical officer back in the day... what would you say about that?

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CIV: That you learned from life that being proactive was more effective than reactive.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::self:: He has an answer for everything. Typical case.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: Or would you say that my birth place lost its influence on my character?

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CIV: If so then you are truly a rare individual.  Most people cannot shake their origin so easily.  In my experience you can find some trace of their origin.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: Well, I am a bit of an unusual Vulcan character, I grant you that ::smiles::

Host Chan_Mosley says:
All: I do want to stress that what one does with their life changes what they are.  In all cases, so to truly form a correct view one must know all your experiences.  It is easier to simply know someone than study each thing they encountered.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Captain Marek is a good case in point.  He's different from most Vulcans.  The Captain uses humor in his conversation.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Chancellor:  Sir!  I would agree with you, it is our experiences and trainings that change who we are.

EO_Ens_Sanosuke says:
::Quietly makes his way into the dining room and takes up a seat where he can hear the conversation::

Host Chan_Mosley says:
All: Is there anything about me you would like to know?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Chancellor:  Sir!  One thing that has been begging for an answer since we arrived - Why are the Federation flags smaller than the New Rome Flag?  Usually, it is the other way around, at least when visiting dignitaries arrive.  

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Chancellor: Tell us about your birth place, and its influence on your present life status.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CEO: Well that is a representation of who we are, as a people.  True, typically the Federation flag is to be prominent, but the New Rome flag is mounted into the room.  We do not have a Federation flag to match, I am afraid.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Maybe we could replicate one for you on the Cherokee.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Chancellor:  We could have one beamed down after it is replicated, allow us to gift it to the People of New Rome.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looking at the CNS, nodding in agreement::

EO_Ens_Sanosuke says:
::Looks over the table spread for something to drink.  He spots a jug of water near by and retrieves it.  Fills a glass up with water then takes a drink.  Continues listening to the conversation.::

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
CEO: Maybe make it bigger.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CNS:  Of course! 

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS/ CEO: That is very kind of you, we would appreciate it.  Our Replicators simply can't handle something that size.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Glad to do it, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Chancellor:  After dinner, I'll have it delivered to Geoff, Sir!
Host Geoff says:
EO: Welcome Ensign, can I get you something stronger to drink?  We have a decently stacked bar if you would like.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::makes a mental note, Avoids answering direct things about him...::

EO_Ens_Sanosuke says:
::Turns to look at the individual speaking to him:: Geoff: No, water is fine. Thank you for the offer though.

Host Chan_Mosley says:
All: Do not get me wrong, I have given most of my life to supporting the Federation, but New Rome is her Vanguard.  Or would be if allowed to do what we know needs to be done.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Forgive me, Sir maybe it's the Alcohol but, what needs to be done?

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: There is no need to be forgiven, Lieutenant.  What must be done is to defend the Federation from the forces that aim to hurt it.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Who is going to hurt the Federation, Sir.

EO_Ens_Sanosuke says:
::Ponders to himself about which forces aim to hurt the Federation::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::waits for Mosley's answer to the CNS question::

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: You saw some of them already, the Uruk raiders.  I would love to call them by their real names but no one knows who they are.  Still, we need to force them from their incessant need to attack.  And since Starfleet seems unwilling, I am eager to take up that mantle.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: Do you really see the Uruk as a threat to the Federation, Sir?

Host Chan_Mosley says:
CNS: With every attack they show that they are, and with every refusal to even communicate.  With us or with our neighbors.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Mosley: I understand they're a threat to New Rome but, are the really a threat to the Federation, Chancellor?

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