Susan says:
Mission Summary:  SD 10704.19
Susan says:
The crew has isolated the Aides and has found a way to infuse their surrounding with a gaseous form of nutrient.
Susan says:
They are still trying to get answers as to what exactly happened to all the missing persons, though it is believed that their bodies were broken down into a form of nutrient that the aides could ingest.
Susan says:
With the knowledge they have, the DJ crew has contacted Starfleet Command and an escort ship is on route. Now to decide what to do with the aides.
Susan says:
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CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
::with the CNS::
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
::Looking at the security following him::
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@::On Bridge of Musketeer watching the approach to the Don Johnson::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Please explain your idea.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: It would appear that you lack a certain amount of trust in me, sir.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::at the helm enroute to DS102::
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@ MOPS: Open a channel to the DJ, please.
Glannen says:
ACTION: The Don Johnson's sensors detect a Defiant Class vessel that reads as the USS Musketeer on a direct course for them.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@<MOPS> XO: Aye sir, opening a channel now.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I have had my patience tried by all of this and my trust is something I do not give freely if you have been compromised.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: However I will trust you for the moment.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
::not sure whether it was a good idea or not::
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Then we won't need the security, will we, sir.
Glannen says:
<TO_Much> ::watching the tactical systems and monitoring the Musketeer’s approach::
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@XO: COMM: Don Johnson: This is Commander Stidd to the Don Johnson.  Please respond.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Commander, this is Lieutenant McPhee, I read you loud and clear, sir.
Glannen says:
<TO_Much> FCO: Lieutenant, they're approaching the quarantine boundary, sir. Should I prepare to fire a warning volley?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
TO: Volley? As in shoot at them? No, I will inform them.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I will keep the CTO here just to be safe.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Trust you yes but them no.
Glannen says:
~~~~*CNS:* Counselor, we must eat. Vlonnin is near collapse.~~~~
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: They are not here now are they sir.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: *XO*: Commander, you should know that our ship is under quarantine and your ship is fast approaching the boundary, sir.
Glannen says:
<TO_Much> ::shakes his head sadly:: FCO: Understood.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
TO: Sorry, I don't shoot at friendly ships.
Glannen says:
~~~~*CNS:* Why was our first meal waiting for us and nothing has been brought in since? ~~~~
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: No but you are in contact with them that much I do know.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: We just need to find a planet where we........they can feed. One rich with the nutrient they need. This shouldn't be difficult for us, should it?
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM:Don Johnson: I am aware of that. I am here as your new XO.  Both the Musketeer and myself are here to help.  What is the quarantine about if I may ask?
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: No it shouldn't but I will not put them on a populated planet or one that had possibilities of being colonized.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Captain, we are being hailed by the Musketeer carrying Commander Stidd.  I have warned them about the quarantine.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Understood Lt. Advise the commander….::stops suddenly::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Excuse me for a second.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Do they not have a right to colonize a planet for themselves or is that right reserved to just the federation?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Commander, we've  had some problems.  We've had some deaths on the ship and we're trying to figure out how to prevent more deaths.  It involves some aliens we picked up for a diplomatic mission.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM: DJ FCO: What can we do to help?  We stand ready to serve.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: What new ship and who is on it?
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Continue please.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: It's the Musketeer, Sir.  It's carrying Commander Stidd who say's he's our new First Officer.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: My WHAT?!?!?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: New first officer, sir. ::chuckles under her breath at the captain's response::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: My new first officer???  Lt. McPhee do you know anything about this?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: No, sir. Just what he told me.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@:: Thinks for a minute then continues with the DJ FCO:: COMM: DJFCO: Does this have anything to do with the supposed aliens of Quinor, Lt?
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: We... they just want what the rest of us want, shelter, food, to be free. Is that to much to ask or will destroy what you fear.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I agree with you counselor but I will not endanger another sentient life form with these aides.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Yes, sir, it does.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: How can that be?  Mark didn't say a word to me about it.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Captain, would you like to come up and talk to Commander Stidd?
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: I am with the CNS for the moment Lt. Please handle it and keep me advised.  I want these 'creatures' off my ship as soon as possible.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Understood, Captain. Bridge out.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Continue Counselor please.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: If you want them off perhaps you should let me take them aboard a shuttle and drop them off at a nearby destination.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM:DJFCO: I need to speak to your captain.  Can you please patch me through to her.  I have information that might prove useful and makes me eager to question them.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Near by destination of where?  I refuse to allow them a colonized planet.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Yes, sir.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: They are leeches and something I will not permit on a inhabited world.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Captain, Commander Stidd would like to speak to you.  He has information that might prove useful.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Pipe him to my com badge.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Aye, sir.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Piping you through to her combadge, Commander. ::makes the necessary adjustments to the COM:: Go ahead, Commander.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
COM: *XO*: Commander Stidd: This is Captain Arca how can you help us?
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: It doesn't have to be inhabited by humans, perhaps another source of food will do.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Now you are talking turkey?
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM:DJCO: Captain, I have worked on the ship with other scientists.  I would be most eager to speak to your visitors as they may in fact be the last of their race.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Perhaps something along the lines of Earth's bovines or maybe Romulans.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
COM: *XO*: Commander Stidd: I have not been informed as to your assignment on this ship as yet but as we are in quarantine I can only allow you to possibly speak with them.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I will not allow them to go to Romulus at all.  What do you want a new war?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::continues on course for the Starbase::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Great gods man what are you trying to do?
Glannen says:
<TO_Much> FCO: They haven't set up a parallel course, and are still slowly approaching.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
::Makes a note to himself that the CO can't take a joke::
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM: DJCO: They are special creatures and I would be grateful for even a chance to converse with them.  We need to find a planet that is abundant in life but is not a viable option for colonization so they can live.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Just lightening the mood sir.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
TO: Thank you, Ensign.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: That in my opinion was not a joke but I do see your amusement.  ::smiles slightly::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Commander, have your ship set a parallel course with ours for now, sir.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I am going to allow this new commander to speak with the aides.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Lt. Arrange the com link with the brig and the aides.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@::Nods to the Musketeer FCO to comply and he works the controls::
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: I wouldn't advise that sir. It could be very dangerous.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: And why do you say that?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO: Aye, Captain. ::sets up a comlink with the brig::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
Self: Ok now who do I trust, you my CNS or my new XO?
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Well... eh... You say what happened to the Ambassador and the others. Very bad. I wouldn’t risk anyone else.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: True but........
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Please make the commander aware of what these aides are capable of doing to people so he knows before he does get into contact with them please.  I would hate to lose my new XO.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Comlink established, Captain.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Of course if you don't mind another dead crewman, then it's up to you, sir.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Aye, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM: Glannen: I am Stidd of Vulcan, I am capable of telepathic communication but I fear that it might only be one way at this distance so I am going to speak to you over the comm system.  Who am I speaking to?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Commander, the captain has asked me to inform you that these aliens break down humans into nutrients so that they can ingest them.
Glannen says:
~~~~*CNS*: We hear another of your kind. Give him my name, Glannen~~~~
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COM: DJFCO: I am aware of what they are and how they feed.  Please start scanning for a planet that is full of vegetation but is not available for colonization in any degree.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: They say they can hear the Commander. They asked me to give a name Glannen. They also asked why you are holding them against their will? They would like to be freed.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: Aye, sir. ::begins scanning::
CMO_OHurley says:
::In Sickbay continuing her analysis of the nutrient supplement::
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: They say they were forced to come here by the Ambassador and now since he is gone, they wish only to leave.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: They are being held because they killed 9 of my people and have to answer to that.
Glannen says:
<TO_Much>: ::looks up at the FCO:: FCO: Lieutenant....we have a problem... The Captain isn't going to like this...
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: They were forced by the Ambassador. They shouldn't be held responsible for following their natural ways.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
TO: What's the problem now, Ensign?
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: OK then why did the Ambassador....Oh this is not good.  Why would they assign an Ambassador like Dloran and how do these aides come into the picture?
Glannen says:
<TO_Much> FCO: Um...there are only two prisoners in the brig.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COM: Glannen: Are you able to hear me?  I have some questions for you if you don't mind and I want to help you.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::checks sensors:: COM: XO: I've found a planet two days out.  It's small, but it fits the description.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: I think the Ambassador had an ulterior motive and he used these helpless creatures in his plan.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*CMO*: Katy you got news for me hun on the nutrient?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Captain, the tactical officer has informed me that there are only two prisoners in the brig.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: What??????
Glannen says:
~~~~*CNS*: We are able to hear him and I will answer his questions if I can~~~~
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: One of the aides is missing now I want to know where that aide is.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: I know, it surprises me too.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Have the Commander continue if you wish, but I am not sure about the results.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Have you found a planet?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Yes, Captain, it's two days out and small, but otherwise ideal.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Counselor one of the aides is missing and I want to know where 'it' went.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Lt. put your foot on the gas and get us there ASAP.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO* Yes, Captain. ::adjusts speed and course to head for the planet::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
*FCO*: Let the Musketeer know what we are doing.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CO*: Aye, sir.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: They are listening to the Commander on the other vessel. As far as the other aide goes he might be dead. A death, which one could say, you are responsible for, sir.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I want them off this ship as soon as we reach the planet.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: Musketeer/XO: Commander, we are adjusting course to get to this planet as soon as possible.  Do you wish to follow?
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM: DJCO: I am not getting any answers but I can tell you that they will feed even on themselves if there is nothing else to eat so if you are not supplying enough food for them.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: Safer for me to take a shuttle.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM: DJFCO: We will follow.  ::Looks at the Musketeer FCO:: FCO: Keep up at all cost.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: I will warn you now.  If there is another death on this ship...due to these aides...I will have someone’s head.  As far as it being on my hands, I don't think so Lt.  From the start this mission was a failure of communication from the Quinor government to Starfleet.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@<MFCO> XO: Aye sir.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: XO: All right, sir.  Try and keep up. ::smiles::
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: We just are the patsy's.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: But sir you had a chance to let the beings go and you didn't. You forced them into the brig and if one is dead now, well it makes me wonder.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Had I allowed the Ambassador to leave I would have committed genocide.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: That is what you believe.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: And that Lt. is something I am not prepared to live with at all.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::engages warp engines to the planet::
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@COMM: Glannen: We are taking you to a place where you can feed without fear and you can live unimpeded.  Your new planet will be set under quarantine but you will be free to live.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
CNS: Yes Lt it is what I believe for now.
Glannen says:
~~~~*CNS:* Tell this Commander, that what he says is good. We accept the solution he is proposing.~~~~
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@MFCO: I hope they can understand me and hear me.
XO_Cmdr_Stidd says:
@<MFCO> I agree, sir.
CNS_Lt_Chandra says:
CO: The say they will accept the Commander's proposal, as long as I accompany them.
CO_Cmdr_Shemara_Arca says:
COM: *XO*: Commander they accept your proposal.
Glannen says:
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