Susan says:
Mission Summary 10702.01
Susan says:
The USS Don Johnson is transporting Ambassador Dloran and his entourage to Temeklia. Currently to keep the Ambassador happy, the senior staff are assembling in the Captain's mess for an introductory banquet.
Susan says:
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CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::stands waiting for the crew to arrive and the Ambassador and his entourage::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::makes her way to the Captain's Mess::
CNS_Chandra says:
::Standing with the CO::
XO_Arca says:
::straightens his formal jacket as he waits::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CSN: I trust you will keep me from starting a stellar incident?
CEO_McPhee says:
::walks into the Captain's Mess::
CTO_Fowler says:
::walks down the hall, stops at the door, checks uniform and enters the mess::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::hates wearing dress uniforms, but arrives at the Captain's mess slightly behind her husband::
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::after changing into dress uniform she enters the turbo lift:: Captain's Mess.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::exits the turbo lift and enters the room, looking for the ambassador::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::arrives at the mess hall led by one of the yeomen that has been taking care of their requests::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
CEO: Ready for this, Honey?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::remembers what the CSO told her earlier about eye contact and the bowing part::
CEO_McPhee says:
FCO: As ready as I'll ever be.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Sees T'Ponga:: Captain  ::nods::  Are we ready for.... ::pauses as the ambassador enters::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::sees the Ambassador and walks up to him::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::tugs at her dress uniform:: CEO: Don't you hate these things?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador: Welcome aboard the USS Don Johnson, I am CO Shemara Arca.  ::bows mid way keeping eye contact with the Ambassador::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::bows to the CSO, keeping his eyes locked on hers, then turns and does the same with the Captain:: CO/CSO: It is an honor to meet you.
CEO_McPhee says:
::straightens his uniform:: FCO: You know I do. I don't feel at home unless I'm with you or my engines.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador _Dloran: The honor is mine.  Please sit and grace our humble table.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Backs away slightly, looks to see Sven and Brookings enter just behind the ambassador and move aside so they aren't in the way::
XO_Arca says:
::at attention as the ambassador enters::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::motions around the room:: CO: Thank you for this indulgence.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
Ambassador: ::bows with him, her eyes locked with his:: ::her eyes have a look of determination, and a slight coldness, but she offsets that a bit with a carefully timed, faint smile:: The honor is ours.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::nods:: Ambassador_Dloran: The pleasure is all mine.  Please sit.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
CEO: I hear you.  I want my helm!
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::sits at the table with members of his entourage on either side::
XO_Arca says:
::moves next to the captain and takes his seat::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::looks at the table settings and moves the silverware to the opposite side as the original setup::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::::moves in and takes a seat:: CEO: Shall we?
CTO_Fowler says:
::Follows suit and sits at the table::
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::sits farther down the table, allowing the higher ranking officers to sit closer to the ambassador:: ::This also gives her a good position for observation.:: ::Holds rapt attention on the ambassador and does not look around, even though she's tempted to check everything. She must trust the captain's chef to have everything in order.::
CEO_McPhee says:
::nods and takes a seat next to his wife::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: My apologies as to the place setting.  ::changes hers quickly to match the Ambassador's::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::turns to the Captain:: CO: Not at all, this is simply a personal preference as I am left-handed. ::smiles:: Shall we begin?
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::was about to move her place setting as well, but stops, mid-motion, just before her right hand would have reached the first piece:: ::puts her hand down::
XO_Arca says:
::follows the CO and changes his silverware:: Ambassador: Sir how long have you want to be part of the diplomatic field?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::listens to the conversation::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
<Yeoman> Self: What in the...? ::hears a voice in his head and moves to begin serving the first course::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::turns and looks at the Ambassador:: Ambassador_Dloran: Yes I would love to begin.  What is your preference?  We have a large variety of vegetables and fruits you might find pleasing to your pallet.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Looks around, checking the room and everyone in it::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
XO: It has been expected of me since my birth, you could say I was born for the position.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::when the CTO looks her way, she gently motions her head in the direction of the ambassador as if to say "Stop looking around, please, ma'am." It's just like Sojyngra to worry.::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::nods to the yeoman and tests the pumpkin soup::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
<OPS> *CO* Bridge to Captain Arca, I'm sorry to interrupt, Sir, but this won't wait.
XO_Arca says:
::nods:: Ambassador: Tell you the truth I know how that feels
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: Please excuse the interruption.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
*OPS*: Go ahead.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Nods at Sojyngra, gives her a slight smile and a wink, to assure her::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::nods:: CO: Of course... XO: Have you always wanted this kind of life?
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: well my father builds ships for a living and for a while I was an engineering in Starfleet.
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: Actually I was the CEO of this ship before becoming its XO.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Notices T'Ponga and wonders whats going on.  She hides it well, though and seems to be into the conversations at the table, while still keeping an eye on the security::
Susan says:
<OPS> CO: Captain, we've had a report of a missing person. Ens. L'jon from the science department. There is no trace of her.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
*OPS*: Understood.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::looks at her CTO and nods::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CTO: There is a matter that needs your personal attention.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
:silently observing those who are up the table from her with her peripheral vision, while still looking at the ambassador:: ::overhears the comm link and almost jumps up::
CTO_Fowler says:
Aside to the people sitting on either side of her:: Out loud softly: Excuse me
CTO_Fowler says:
::Gets up and moves to T'Ponga:: CO: Yes?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CTO: It seems that Ens. L'jon from the science department is missing and cannot be found look into it personally please and keep me apprised.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
XO: Do you enjoy command?  or do you prefer working hands on?
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::locks her eyes on the captain, but says nothing, reading the captain's lips, even though she knows better::
CTO_Fowler says:
CO: Aye, on my way.  Would you be so kind to make my apologies.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::desperately searches for any opportunity to approach the captain::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::senses the emotions and shakes her head at the CSO negatively::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CSO: You seem troubled, Lieutenant.  Is all well?
XO_Arca says:
::looks at the CO and then back at the Ambassador:: Ambassador: I like my job but sometimes I miss working in engineering
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::is interested in the conversation, but doesn't care to join in at this time.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Nods and moves out of the room, heading to the nearest 'lift::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
XO: I can understand that, I would prefer to continue to pursue a life of painting, rather than diplomacy.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::does not like the idea of one of her crew missing at this point in time::
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: I guess the call to duty is more important
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::nods:: XO: very true, perhaps I should take this time to explain more of what our goals are on Temeklia.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
CO: ::nods in understanding, even though she clearly wants to be looking for her fellow crew member::  Ambassador: I apologize. I just got distracted for a moment. It's the curse of being a scientist, I'm afraid. ::finishes that in her own head, "a scientist who's stuck here, as interesting as this is, instead of being able to look for her own comrade."::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::moves in closer to listen to the goals::
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: Please do I would love to hear what you have planned.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::looks at the Ambassador:: Ambassador_Dloran: Please I would like to hear more of your plans.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Exits the 'lift and moves to her station:: Noseitall: Sid!  Tell me what you have on this Ensign L'jon
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::whispering:: CEO: Now we're getting somewhere.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::refocuses completely on the ambassador::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
ALL: There are two colonies on Temeklia which have been at war for nearly two hundred years.  Alone, both colonies are peaceful, but their thirst for the wealth that Temeklia has to offer fuels their greed and blood lust.
CEO_McPhee says:
::nods to his wife and listens to the Ambassador::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
Ambassador: Excuse me for interrupting, sir. But what kind of wealth does Temeklia have?
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: What wealth are we talking about? Latinum, dilithlum?
CTO_Fowler says:
<Noseitall> CTO: Security was called to her quarters when she didn't show for duty.  ALl they found was an empty uniform and a broken combadge
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::mentally noting everything she can to write it down later::
CTO_Fowler says:
Noseitall: What did the bio scan show?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::listening attentively::
CTO_Fowler says:
<Noseitall> CTO: Bio scan showed no trace of her.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
ALL: Once we arrive at Temeklia we will meet with delegations from each colony, and hopefully be able to bring the two delegations to the meeting table at the same time.
CTO_Fowler says:
Noseitall: Hmmm.  ::Walks in a small circle:: Show me what the computer has
Ambassador_Dloran says:
ALL:  They must live in cooperation, not in war and that is our goal.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::nods:: Ambassador_Dloran: That is the goal of every Ambassador to end a conflict and bring peace.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::wonders why the Ambassador hasn't answered the question that has been posed twice::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
Ambassador: Do you believe it can be achieved, sir?
CTO_Fowler says:
<Noseitall> CTO: Here is the footage.  ::They both watch as she does the usual hand off at the end of her shift. What she had for dinner in the lounge and that she returned to her quarters::
CTO_Fowler says:
Noseitall: Is this it?
Ambassador_Dloran says:
ALL:  The Bajoran colony refuses to share what they have discovered.  After all that they have fled, they do not wish to associate with the Federation or any member of it.  The human colony fled the Federation's 'strict' rules of conduct.  They do not want formal established government, and even their colony is more chaos than anything else.
CTO_Fowler says:
::before he can answer:: Noseitall: Call Laillm up here and then meet me at L’jon’s quarters
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::raises an eyebrow::
CNS_Chandra says:
Dloran: Have they asked for your assistance in this matter?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::shakes her head:: All: That's not good.
XO_Arca says:
::looks at the ambassador with a look of shock::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
ALL: That I can not answer with certainty.  Peace has been achieved before, but it lasts only for a few years
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::reaches out empathically, trying to sense L'jon, to see if she is anywhere nearby:: ::she gets nothing, but is too limited and too out of practice to even begin to read anything into that:: ::she can't read a single thing besides the emotions in the room and the presences of telepaths far more powerful than her limited empathic abilities would make her::
CTO_Fowler says:
::Walks to the 'lift and enters it, after telling it where she wants to go, she goes over what information she has::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CNS: Yes, both colonies have contacted us wanting us to get the other colony off their planet.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: I am curious.  Would one of the colonies accept relocation?
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CO: It is possible, but only if the new location offers the same resource... 
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::shifts her attention back to the ambassador, and has never taken her eyes off of that part of the room:: ::she has basically followed what he's been saying::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: And what is the resource then?
CTO_Fowler says:
::As it stops and the doors open, she is walking out.  Nodding to herself she sees S'tial and Longfellow at L'jons' door::
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: It is not the job of Starfleet to force relocation on anyone
Ambassador_Dloran says:
XO: Commander, to answer your question, yes, precious metals, gem stones, and precious rare herbs.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: No you are correct but if it means the continued success of one of the colonies then I would think Starfleet would make the exception.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
Ambassador: Has anyone tried to do mineral surveys of the rest of the system or cultivate the herbs somewhere else?
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CO/XO: Plus they have been known to deal in the export of certain indigenous wildlife.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::raises an eyebrow again::
XO_Arca says:
::looks over to his wife and can't believe the words that came out of her mouth::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CSO: Not to my knowledge, they are stubborn peoples.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: Export of indigenous wildlife?
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::makes a mental note to get samples as soon as they arrive, so that she knows what she's looking at, on the wild outside chance that relocation becomes an option::
XO_Arca says:
::looks back at the ambassador and puts on a professional face::
CTO_Fowler says:
TO_S'tial: Well, let's see what we can find.  ::kneels down to the container and gets out the forensics gear, then stands and waits for the force field to go down, then enters the room::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: What wildlife would that be?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::knowing that it is against all her principals to export indigenous wildlife off world she wants to know now::
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: Let me just clarify something, if the talks do not work we are suppose to relocate one of the inhabits?
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CO: Yes, there are species of wildlife there that certain beings enjoy as pets.  The groth for instance...has the appearance of a very docile and friendly canine, however once touched by anyone other than it's possessor, it kills.
CEO_McPhee says:
::trying to stay focus on the Ambassador, but keeps thinking about Main Engineering::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::listens to the Ambassador, but is slowly losing interest::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
XO: That is not within my authority, I am simply to try to help find a common ground.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Moves carefully through the room::  TO_Longfellow: Did her computer records show anything?
XO_Arca says:
Ambassador: What is the population of the small group of inhabits?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: You must excuse me but I have a problem with accepting that part of the solution.  Animals are not property to be sold.  At least from where we come from.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
<OPS>  *CO*: Captain, we have in incoming transmission from Temeklia, they want to speak with the Ambassador.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::is annoyed with the interruptions::
CTO_Fowler says:
<TO_Longfellow> CTO: We're still combing through them
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
*OPS*: Understood.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
CO: That is not part of the solution that is what the human colony does for financial survival.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: It seems there is an incoming hail for you from Temeklia.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::nods but does so unhappily::
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::as she listens and gathers information, she realizes why she is here and not looking for L'jon, though it is difficult to accept, none the less::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::nods:: CO: I choose to take that in our quarters ::Stands:: All:  Thank you for your company.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::stands quickly::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::leaves the room to take the call::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
Ambassador_Dloran: I will have it sent to your quarters.
XO_Arca says:
::turns to the CO and whispers:: CO: I find the idea of forcing one of the inhabits to move from this planet appalling.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::approaches the CO::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
*OPS*: Pipe it through to the Ambassadors quarters.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::enters the VIP quarters and accesses the call:: COM: Temeklia: You wished to speak with me prior to my arrival?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: If it stops the blood shed then it is applicable but I too do not like the idea either nor do I like the idea of animals being sold either.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
<OPS> *CO*: Understood.
XO_Arca says:
CO: If command decides to order us to I'm letting you know I'm putting in an official protest.
Ambassador_Dloran says:
<Temeklia> COM: Dloran: Your tribute is ready, Ambassador.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: I am sure it will not come to that my husband.  But your protest is duly noted.
XO_Arca says:
CO: Who are we do judge who stays and goes?
Ambassador_Dloran says:
::bows toward the screen:: COM: Temeklia: Excellent.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::waits patiently...or...is trying to be patient::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: We are not to judge but to be unwilling participants in what ever is going on here.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: Right now we have another problem.  Ens. L'jon is missing.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CSO: I know of your desire to look for your missing scientist.  You may go but do not interfere with the CTO understood?
XO_Arca says:
CO: Captain I think it would be better if I'm not here for the rest of this dinner. I'll check in with security about the ensign and head to the bridge.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
::thinks to self, "A scientist is nothing without the truth. I have to be honest with her.::
CSO_Sojyngra says:
CO: Yes, sir, but that's not actually what I wanted to say.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: I think we all need to be at our stations.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CSO: Explain.
CTO_Fowler says:
TO_Longfellow:  Priority on that.  I want any info. ASAP.  ::moves towards the side of the door, wearing goggles she looks at all sides::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
ACTION:  The lighting in the captain's mess flickers off and on, increasing in speed like a strobe light.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::shields eyes::  CEO: What the blazes is going on?
XO_Arca says:
::stands up and looks up at the lights:: CEO: Chief?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::looks around:: ALL: What in the world?
XO_Arca says:
::blinks his eyes and look at the CEO::
CEO_McPhee says:
CO/XO: I don't know, but I'll find out.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
CO: I accidentally overheard the original comm. However, I have a confession to make and you're not going to be happy. I read your lips when you were talking to the CTO about L'jon. I was just so worried about Sandra. I felt I should tell you, and I'll understand if you're upset.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
*CTO* Make sure our traitor is still in the brig.
XO_Arca says:
CO: Sir I'll be on the bridge
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CSO: Sandra? What about Sandra?
CTO_Fowler says:
::Mutters under her breath:: Damn!  CO: Aye.  ::looks at S'tial::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
XO: Understood.
CEO_McPhee says:
CO: Permission to leave.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CEO: Granted.
CSO_Sojyngra says:
CO: Ensign Sandra L'jon, PhD
XO_Arca says:
::steps out of the captain's mess and makes his way to the bridge::
CEO_McPhee says:
::gets up from his seat and heads for Main Engineering::
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
::nods:: CSO: Ah I see now...... your daughter?
XO_Arca says:
::the anger inside of him is hard contain as he walks::
CSO_Sojyngra says:
CO: No, a colleague. I'm not actually even close to her, or anyone, to tell you the truth, but I'm worried.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
~~XO: Imzadi I can feel your rage and it is understandable. Please relax I will discuss it with you later when time permits.~~~
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
CO: Captain, I really should get back to the helm.  Permission to leave, sir?
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CSO: It would have been better if you had brought this to my attention sooner.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
FCO: Dismissed.
CTO_Fowler says:
::Moves to the Ensigns desk, kneels down to look, sees what looks to be some kind of slime....like form a snail.  Grabbing a vial from her belt kit she takes a sample::
CEO_McPhee says:
::walks into engineering and begins running scans::
XO_Arca says:
::hers his wife thoughts and does his best to ignore it::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
;:Nods:: CO: Thank you.  ::leaves the mess hall and heads for the bridge::
CSO_Sojyngra says:
CO: I didn't know until you did. The reason I thought you'd be upset is because I was observing your conversation for lack of a better term.
XO_Arca says:
::steps inside a TL:: TL: Bridge ::as the door close he hits one of the walls to blow of some steam::
CTO_Fowler says:
<TO_S'tial> CTO: The prisoner is still in the brig.
CO_Shemara_Arca says:
CSO: There are things that do not escape my eyes.  ::smiles::
Ambassador_Dloran says:
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