Mission Summary 11406.12

30 minutes have passed since a level 6 containment around sickbay has been in place.  The body of what appears to be Lieutenant Frank Ivan Garlingus is still inside the container.

The Captain is joined by Dr. Atruh`Atol, the senior Medical Officer on duty in sickbay.  Tensions are high, but the mission is clear... What are the Romulans hiding?

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CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::in the brig looking over the new orders::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: In medical waiting for the others to arrive to set the scene.::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::sitting at the helm, monitoring all the sensor feeds, long, short, proximity::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::just arrived at sickbay waiting for instructions::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::On the bridge, configuring the cargo transporters to transport the container to a sealed shuttle - just in case. Uses a narrow annular confinement beam::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks up as the counselor arrives, the doctor having just left to do his job.::

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
::Steps into the medical area and takes a look around.::

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
::looks to the Captain concerned:: CO: Captain, I'm not sure about this course of action.. ::walks away from the CO starting to work on following her orders::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::impressed at the CO's capacity for deception.  Has never served a sneaky one before::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
MO:  Wait.  What part concerns you?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Romulans:  Seems the Cap'n wants you moved to more comfortable quarters.

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CO: What are you trying to accomplish, Captain? The man is dead.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::taps his commbadge::  *OPS*:  Do we have some nice comfy quarters for our Romulan allies?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::the lock on the container established, begins looking further into what happened during the war games:: *CTO*: Er..sure, how many of them are there? Three?

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::sends out an active navigation sensor ping, to reset the ship's fix on all contacts in range::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
MO:  For the scene we are setting up, possible answers.  For you, safety and hopefully answers.  The bottom line is I want to understand what is going on here.  Answers.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
<SO_Denali>::Steps up to the operations officer.:: OPS: I was asked to assist you, sir. How can I help?

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
::sighs and goes to assist the Engineers in sickbay:: CO: Aye Captain.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::looking over the Romulans carefully::  *OPS*:  I think they would feel safer if they were all together.  I don't think they quite trust us for some reason.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CSO: We need to probe further into the sensor records of the war games, there are some moments that are unclear.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
<SO_Denali> OPS: Very well. ::Steps up to a console and begins pulling up sensor records to review.::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
*CTO*: Can you configure standard enlisted crew quarters to your security specifications? Engineering should be able to help.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::does not see any signs of fear in any of them::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::observing everything and everyone closely, looking a bit nervous in the process::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow questioningly at the counselor.::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
*OPS*:  VIP Quarters, Sparky.  Nothing but the best.  It’s not like they are going to need them for very long.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
::Approaches a console, stretches his fingers and sighs.:: Self: Okay... Holo-emitters. Right...

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::winks at the Romulans::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CSO: I'd like you to concentrate on the moment our former Chief Tactical Officer hit the chunk of ice, which is around, specially the Romulan beam out of the container.

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
<Uhlan_Lan> ::does not react to the words spoken around him::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::thinking to himself quietly, while he disapproves the MO is working on the container alone, made his frustration with it quite clear::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
*CTO*: I can always give them your quarters. ::wry grin:: I'll have something for them ready by the time you get there. The Ambassador suite okay?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::watching the Romulans, like a cat watching a clutch of birds::  *OPS*:  Thanks Sparky.  I owe you one.

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
ACTION: Long range sensors pick up a large unidentified vessel on approach at low warp.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: Company.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::eyes snap to a new sensor contact::  OPS:  Aye, just coming into range...  Can't nail the configuration, yet.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>:  FCO:  I can't identify the type of vessel.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  Let’s let it get a little closer.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Romulans:  You boys ready to move out?  ::drops the cell force field::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::takes a moment to focuses on the emotions of each individual in sickbay::

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
::nods and returns:: CO: Captain, we're ready.  Engineering has established the secure perimeter and we are now using the sickbay holoemitters to project a separate, albeit smaller sickbay over there. ::points::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO: Aye.  ::watching the sensors diligently::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
::nods::  MO:  Thank you.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  And make sure we're on yellow alert, at least.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CSO: Bauldin, are you ready?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO:  Shields have been active for the past 24 hours

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
CO: I think so, sir. I'm not too good with these hologram things, but it should be all set.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::puts all propulsion and nav systems on active response::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::gestures for TOs Torres and Lawrence to follow the group::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CSO:  We just need him to believe.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
*CO*:  On the move with our honoured guests.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Romulans:  Come with me.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
CO: I'm confident they'll believe, sir. The mind likes to fill in gaps anyway in case I missed something.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  24 hours, should we recycle them before that ship gets any closer, just to make sure they are at full strength?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::pulls up the detailed scans of Ki hitting the ice...and shudders as he can watch the man die::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CSO:  That is what we are counting on.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CNS:  Are you ready?

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::nods::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
*CTO*: We are good to go.

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
<Uhlan_Lan> ::follows the security detail obediently but observing all people around them as they pass:: CTO: I see you have many crew aboard.  How many?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Romulans:  So. How is it going to happen?  Will we be dead before we realize it, or will there be moments of pain and terror?

Host MO_Atruh`Atol says:
<Uhlan_Lan> ::raises an eyebrow:: CTO: How is it you do not already know? Mighty Federation ::scoffs:: scientist...

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  Why are you asking us questions about our crew. What does it matter now?

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::follows the CTO into a turbo lift:: CTO: I suppose you are correct.

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::walks over by the CO and in a whisper:: CO: tensions are high and Mr. Kastellan could use a small vote of confidence

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Silently steps back, giving the stage to the counselor.  To anyone watching, it would almost as if she was not there.::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  Are we going to have time to get to your quarters, do you think?

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::sighs at the impetuousness of the questions:: CTO: Your humor is difficult to grasp.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: She looked over at Balduin.  They had worked together for almost a year.  Catching his eyes, she gives him a nod of the confidence she had in him.::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  That ship is getting closer, has the computer come up with an ident yet?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::looks up:: FCO: Do you have the approach vector of the unknown ship?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  I don't want to die in fear and pain.    How about you?

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
::Nods at the captain and breathes in deeply, relaxing a bit.::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS: yes.  three-two-two by one-four-eight by zero-zero-zero.  She's coming right at our bow.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::puts it onscreen::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
CTO: If you did not want to die, you should not have interfered in business that is not yours.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO:  Checking.  ::looking through the incoming sensor data::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::pre-enters some evasive and anti-collision maneuvers::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
ACTION: The outline of a Romulan cruiser can be seen quite clearly on the ship's main viewer on the bridge.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO: There!  ::points at the viewer::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::looking at the main viewer::  OPS:  I knew it was too good to be true.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: Gee, what a surprise. ::attempts to get its warp signature::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::uses his empathy and intuition to reach out to feel the emotion of Romulans expecting to feel the 3 onboard::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: I feel like telling them their crew are dead. But I won't.

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::steps off the turbo lift after the CTO as it comes to a halt:: CTO: Where are you taking us, exactly?

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS: Would you like to hail them?  Hopefully they are in a talking mood.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
<SO_Denali> ::Looks up at the OPS with a raised eyebrow, then smirks.::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::feels a shift in the mood of the ship::  Lan:  You're coming with me.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: The warp signature is identical the ship we've already encountered. I'll hall them.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
*CO*:  Commander So'tsoh.  

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COM: Romulan Ship: This is the USS Don Johnson. Please identify yourself.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::sends the other two Romulans on to the VIP quarters with the TOs::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::furrows his Romulan brows:: CTO: What is the meaning of this?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  I want to know why you are not afraid...  ::pauses::  ... yet.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
*CO*:  Commander, our Romulan shadow is back. not sure if they're pissed yet.  Would you like to come up to the bridge.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
~~~CSO: its show time.~~~

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Quietly::  *FCO*:  Do you need me?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::hustling Lan along::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::sighs:: CTO: You must be a better torturer than you are interrogator, because surely asking me the same questions over and over is worse than the beatings you are about to give to me.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  The Federation doesn't condone torture

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
*CO* I don't think so, just wanted to make you aware our friends are back in our sand box

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
~~~CTO: Oh, this should be fun.~~~

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
CTO: So I've heard, yet here I am obliged to listen to you while you separate me from my crew and detain me without cause.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: Doesn’t look like they feel like talking.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::enters sickbay with Uhlan Lan::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::enters sickbay and sees an open stasis chamber and looks around:: CTO: What is the meaning of this?

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS: So now what? stare them down?

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
~~~CO: He is very nervous~~~

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: I might raise shields.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
~~~~CNS: Beyond the usual?~~~~

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  This is history about to be made. ::pulls Lan closer to the chamber, lets him go and steps back::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO:  Shields are at 100%

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: As I recall, they do outgun us, or are a close match.

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::Tries to read into the Uhlan_Lan emotions deeper and focus on just him::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::battles the CTO for show:: CTO: What is going on here? Why have you brought me to your morgue?  Do you mean to murder me??

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::watching::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::looks over at OPS::  TO_Trois:  Thank-you.  What's our weapons status?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::does not respond to the Romulan::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
~~~CO: yes, and he is very upset all of a sudden~~~

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>:  FCO:  They are cold.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks curiously at the Romulan.::  ~~~~CNS:  But his fight is not real.~~~~

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  What is their weapons status?

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
::Revels in the Romulan's confused anger. Surely he was no innocent, so there was no reason to regret the feeling.::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::looks back at the body in the container more closely and pauses for a moment recognizing the stasis chamber, but gets even more confused:: CTO: What is this trick?  Who is this?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>::scans the Romulan ship trying to assess defenses and weapon status::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::hears a lot of telepathic chatter.  Blocks it out::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO:  Weapons cold and shields down.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::continues to stand still and silent::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::wraps up his emergency in Main Engineering::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS: So they're not in a fighting mood, or a talking mood... And yet, they are standing toe to toe with us.

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::Whispers to the CTO:: CTO: perhaps he could tell us who is in the chamber!

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::just notices the CNS in sickbay:: CNS: Who are you?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois> FCO/OPS:  It’s like they are waiting for something to happen.  ::is spooked::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: I think this was - in a very ancient term, called  "Pitchers Duel".

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
ACTION: The Romulan ship seemingly only just now detecting the Don Johnson's precise coordinates changes course to intercept.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS: Don't think I'm familiar with that one.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::makes his way to the Bridge::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::looks to the CO as if he should answer the question::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::looking at the scree:: FCO: Just an old earth game saying. ::absently::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::looks to where the CNS's gaze heads:: CNS: Answer my questions! What is this body doing here?  ::gets very close to the CNS and examines his skin without touching Suder_Arion::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::arrives on the Bridge and goes to his station::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::adjusts the DJ's position to keep a relative distance from the Warbird::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
ACTION: Detecting the Don Johnson's movements, the Romulan warbird increases speed to close the gap more quickly.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::ready to break Lan's arm off if he harms the CNS::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
Uhlan: Step back! ::takes a step back and places a hand behind his back::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Motions the counselor to continue::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  Any change in their attitude, please respond in kind.  I don't want them to get the upper hand on us.

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
Uhlan: I am the ships Counselor

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO:  Aye.  ::sets alarm parameters::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::starts analyzing systems:: FCO: They don't quit.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Everything about his body language reflects anger.  Not worry, fear, or concern.  Anger.::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::goes to the simulated body of Garlingus and breaks off a finger causing the hologram of the body to disappear:: CNS/CTO: You are deceiving me!  What is the meaning of this!?  What are you trying to LEARN?

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
CEO: I don't expect them to quit, but it would be nice if they did.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
<EO Sterling> *CEO*: Port side auxiliary relays are acting up, sending someone to check it out.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan: What is so dangerous?

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: Maybe we can do something to throw them off, I'll set up some tricks just in case we need an ace.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
*EO*: Roger that, let me know.

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
ACTION: The Romulan warship scans the Don Johnson.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
::Scowls at Uhlan_Lan and thinks to himself, 'why don't you go break your own holograms...'::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: They're taking a look-see at us.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
CEO: Sure, just make sure not to throw us off in the process

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::amazed that breaking a finger turned off a hologram::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS: Yeah.  

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::looks up some flight deception maneuvers::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
TO_Trois:  Tactical, hit them with a broad spectrum scan.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Trois>FCO:  Aye!  ::initiates the scan as ordered:

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::collects himself and looks around the room:: CTO: I am answering NO more of your questions.  You will either kill me where I stand, or you will return me to my people.  I will have it no other way!

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Catches Balduin's eyes and motions with her head to the door.  Silently saying, bridge.::

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
ACTION: The Romulan warbird cloaks and disappears off sensors.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
Lan:  It’s not my call but I will support your petition to leave with our Captain.

CSO_Ens_Kastellan says:
::Nods at the CO, looks back at the Romulan for a moment, then walks along the edges of the room towards the door.::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::thinks he knows why they left::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: We need to see if any of the tech we have received lately can find the warbird.

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
Uhlan: You will answer questions, and you will settle down!

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
::watches as the warbird vanishes::  Self: really?  that was a little rude.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
CEO: See what you can do, Commander.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: Do you remember what we talked about before? About what I suspected?

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::pulls up the sensor algorithms::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::laughs:: Uhlan Lan: And you will do what the Cadet tells you  to do.  ::still chuckling::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Quietly::  Lan:  Is it safe to return you to your ship?

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::spots the CO in the corner:: CO: Captain, this has gone far enough.  I will be lodging a petition with the Federation Counsel for illegally taking prisoners of war.  You will return me to my people at once, or end this ridiculous charade.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS:  Sorry, no.  Care to remind me?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::struggles to contain his amusement::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
CTO: you didn’t need to tell him my rank, Thanks! ::Grins at CTO::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
:nods at the CNS::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
Uhlan: Pay attention right here!, What do you know about this stasis chamber?
 
OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
FCO: About what I suspected was in the container. They may have scanned us and realized it's not safe to stay in the area - until it has been....disposed of. ::grim::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: I can modify a torpedo, have it detonate and flood it with tetryon radiation.

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
OPS:  Yeah, but so far, there doesn't seem to be anything dangerous in that container.  Garlingus aside.

Host Uhlan_Lan says:
::looks to the CNS and scowls turning his attention back to the CO::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: steps forward::  Lan:  Who is playing the charade here?  I would like to return you to your ship.  I asked you about that.  I am also asking you if it is safe as you told us, by the opening of the container, we had killed us all.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: The other idea is we can modify a probe and have it on a rotating frequency that would disrupt the system if they got close enough to it.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
:: barely containing his amusement::

FCO_Lt_Quinn says:
CEO: Keep that in reserve, just in case.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::pulls himself together::

CNS_CDT_Suder_Arion says:
::Seeing the CTO's amusement:: CTO: Perhaps we should just have him open it

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow at the counselor’s suggestion, but says nothing, waiting for a reply.::

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