Mission Summary 11408.28

The USS Telemacus still remains radio silent and not appearing on any sensor scans.

Merchant Vessel 5405 commanded by "Mister Ham" has departed the sector at high warp after the USS Don Johnson ordered its immediate surrender.

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CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::stands awaiting a reaction::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::arrives on the bridge with two TOs::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Her expression cold for a Vulcan, she stands in her ready room, looking and listening to her CEO::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::Notes the arrival of tactical, but says nothing::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::in the Ready Room, eyeing the CEO a bit suspiciously::

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::wandering around reaching out for emotions when an aha moment suddenly arrived::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO: Well, you've got us here now, Commander. Better tell us the -whole- story.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::~~~listening~~~ ::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::A bit uncomfortable in the big chair, moves to an unoccupied science console and begins scanning::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: I have been asked to prevent our speedy progress in our mission.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: it was ordered by any means necessary.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::quickly changes direction and expedites to the nearest turbolift:: Computer: Bridge

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::motions for his people to stand on either side of the ready room door::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CEO:  I will be blunt.  I have no trust let alone liking for section 31.  How does this tie in with you and us specifically?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::see's what could be a sensor blip and applies a heuristic high bandwidth filter to the sensors to try and clear it up::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: The depot we have been ordered to neutralize is key to their operations. We cannot destroy it.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::resumes ~~~listening~~~::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO: Commander, we don't take orders from Section 31. We take orders from our Sector Commander. And you take orders from our Captain. Or am I mistaken in that?

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO: My relationship with them is a very weird one. My contact owes me a favor and in turn on and off over the years has held some of his favors to me over my head.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::Arrives on the bridge and quietly looks at the screen and glances over CTO shoulder at the tactical displays::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::looks again. The blip appears to be..Starfleet in origin. Narrows the filter even further, creating a tighter beam to try and get an identity::

Host Toros says:
<aFCO_Montana> ::sits at the helm minding her own business:: 

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: you are right but you know they will find ways to circumvent them. I am brining this to you because I care more about the ship and my shipmates than what they want.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::notes the counselor enter out of the corner of his eye. Stands suddenly:: CNS: I can't handle this. I need counseling.

Host Toros says:
<aFCO_Montana> ::looks back at the OPS with her eyebrows furrowed:: Self: Who doesn't around here ...

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: whatever they want out of me they want out of us. I think we should play along and try to expose them and who they are working for.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks at her XO with a lifted brow.::

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
OPS: I will write you in for a quarter to after the admiral gets promoted

Host Toros says:
ACTION: The secondary communications relays pick up what appear to be encrypted communications from a source unknown.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::glances at the CO:: CO/CEO: I suggest we continue with our current mission, armed with this additional knowledge. I also recommend we have no further contact with this Section 31.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: what my contact has had over me is the promise of the location of my missing wife.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::growls::  OPS/CNS:  Cut the chit chat over there.  Can't you see I'm trying to concentrate

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
aFCO: Use your annular confinement beam in the dorsal navigation sensor to see if you can get an identity of this apparently Starfleet ship ::sends the coordinates:: Here.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::see's the encrypted message coming in, and walks over to operations to investigate::

Host Toros says:
<aFCO_Montana> OPS: Aye sir.  ::checks her console:: OPS: Coordinates received, scanning.  ::taps away at her panel executing the Lieutenant's command::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CEO:  That is a heavy burden.  And one I would not trust.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::takes a step back and tries to focus on the emotions of the CO,XO, and CEO::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::nods:: CEO/CO: I agree. How do you know he even has that information?

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
XO:  I agree.  :: looks at both men::  We will adjust as we must should section 31 interfere.  But as far as I am concerned, they are just that.  :: with nothing more to add, she heads out of her door, pausing at the entrance.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: I don't think they have that information. We should make them believe we are playing along. I want to end this game once and for all. I only reached out to them because of other suspicions that I has aboard ship.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::looks at the CNS::   CNS: What are you getting?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CTO: Interested in this encrypted message?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
OPS:  Encrypted message?  Yes.  Where is it from?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::begins decompiling it::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: She looks from one side of the door to the other with a lifted brow.::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO: What other.. ::looks out the door past the CO to the bridge::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CTO: One of the secondary communications relays, I'm looking into it now.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CO:  I’m here to arrest Telarus.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::whispers:: CTO: The CO can be a hard read, but the XO and CEO are a bit easier, something not good, the XO is frustrated heavily about a revelation of information, I’m concerned now

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO/XO: all we can is take the information with a grain of salt.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CTO:  On what grounds and on whose authority?

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::eyebrows rise markedly::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CO:  Violation of security protocols.  I have evidence he's been looking through my classified files.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::tries a different encryption subroutine to read the message. One he picked up from Ki::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: I think we have a person aboard that might have a different agenda.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CTO:  Whether that is true or not, this is to be taken to the first officer or myself.  You do not have the authority, Commander Tamaste, to simply arrest someone.  However, if you wish to discuss this with Commander Robertson, you may do so.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: It started for me with all the transfers 

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::remains quiet to observe::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CO:  With respect Ma'am.  This concerns the security of the ship.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::turns back to face the CEO:: CEO: Am I going to find that you've been in the Security files, Commander?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::looks through to the CEO expecting that he'll lie::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CTO:  Which is why you will discuss this with Commander Robertson.  And it would appear you believe it critical.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CO:  Permission to keep a guard on him until it’s decided.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
XO:  Commander Robertson, my room is yours, but I give fair warning, it is not a place you want to stay long.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: let just say that I haven't have not been in there.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::thinks this is bizarre, having eliminated the other possibilities, he realizes it is an audio only message. Attempts to put it through::

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@::appears on screen:: COMM: OPS: Hello? Who is this?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::wondering once again what the hell is wrong with these people::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CTO:  You and the CEO may join Commander Robertson.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: looks at the security officers.::  You are dismissed.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: proceeds onto the bridge.::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::nods at the CO::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COMM: CTO: Uh, well hello. This is the USS Don Johnson.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::ruminates once again about the impossibility of protecting them when they don't trust his word::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::hears the order:: XO: I think we should confront the CTO, but ultimately I think someone else is pulling the strings.

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@::looks over his shoulder and speaks to someone off screen:: CEO: It worked! You owe me a beer.  COMM: OPS: Hello USS Don Johnson, how do I know it's really you?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CEO:  Excuse me?  :frowns::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::calls out onto the bridge::CTO: Commander Tamaste, join us.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
~~~XO: Are you alright? I sense frustration, can I help?~~~

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Makes her way onto the bridge and stands beside her chair, looking at Donovan.::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::steps into the ready room:: CEO:  Confront me about what?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COMM: CTO: Please identify yourself.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::frowns::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: I defer to you sir

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::thinks that the CEO is a coward:

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::mutes the comm:: CO: We've got company, unidentified so far

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@COMM: OPS: I am Lieutenant Raivac, Chief Tactical Officer of the USS Telemacus.  Your turn.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::narrows his eyes and glares at the CEO::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::Un mutes the comm:: COMM: CTO: This is Lieutenant Donovan, Operations officer on the USS Don Johnson. Please submit to standard security protocol identification, as will I.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO/CTO:  Both of you, just be quiet.  Now, since I have checked onboard, you have been at each other's throats, behind each other's backs, and I am about sick and tired of it.  If there is evidence Starfleet Protocol has been violated, -I- will be the one to deal with it.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  I'd like to know what I’m being accused of.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::searching the ready room emotions of the XO, CEO, and CTO::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Turns to the tactical and science officer on duty for more information.::

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@::nods and does so:: COMM: OPS: I must admit, when we saw your transponder codes we didn't think your Captain had the gall to approach this sector so ... aggressively.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::stays at attention detecting the anger and frustration in the XO's voice::

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::walks over to the engineering console just to look busy::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COMM: CTO: We like to keep people guessing.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::appears angrier by the minute:: CEO/CTO:  I'm not accusing anyone of anything, yet.  Although, Commander, transferring an entire department off of a ship of this size does make me question you and your motives.  I will look at all evidence you have of Commander Telarus' intrusion into our systems, and I will take appropriate action.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow a bit in surprise, as they had not arrived aggressively.::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  Do you trust him?

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO/CTO: You do not march in here, onto the bridge of a Federation starship, and accuse a fellow department head like that, certainly not without giving me a heads up first. Am I clear on that?

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@COMM: OPS: We reached out to you in this manner to warn you... The Ferengi have assembled an armada and are headed your way.  We are currently on the opposite end of the system masking our signature by being in close orbit around the furthest planet from the base.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: yes sir

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COMM: CTO: Thanks for the heads up. Although I can't say I'm happy about the news

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::nods::

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@COMM: OPS: What are your orders here?  Where is your Captain, Lieutenant?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: Captain, we're being warned that the Ferengi have assembled an armada. What I don't get is that the Ferengi do not engage in battle.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::walks over and sits in the "Third bridge chair" by the Captain:: CO: Captain? Anything I should be aware of?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::still wondering what the CEO accused him off::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CTO: Send me whatever evidence you have. I'll take a look at it.  Fair enough?

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
OPS:  Inform the admiral of the situation and get me the Ferengi minister of external affairs.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  It's your call.  You decide if he's trustworthy or not.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: This rude tactical officer is demanding information on you. I take it I ignore that?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::contemplates smothering the man in his sleep::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO/CTO: You're right. That decision resides with the Captain and me, Commander Tamaste. There are things here you don't know.  I walked on board in the middle of an entire department change out. I had to make the call whether or not to trust you, also.  And I did.  Until someone causes me to lose that trust, that is.  So I will look ...

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
OPS:  Yes.  Ask them if they know why the armada is coming this way and how is in charge?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::Informs the Admiral of the situation and hails the Ferengi Minister of External affairs:: Aye Ma'am

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::continues:: CEO/CTO: .. at this evidence and take appropriate action.  That is one thing.  Other than that, drop everything else, both of you.  Commander Telarus, your job is to keep Engineering Department ready to go.  Do it, and nothing else.  Don't worry about Tactical.  Same ::turns to CTO:: CTO: .. goes for you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::remains attentive::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: turns toward the counselor::  CNS:  Besides mediation with our CTO and CEO, we may have section 31 in our back yard.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  I'm your chief tactical officer.  Is there anything I should know that I don't?

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: Aye Aye sir

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO/CTO: I expect you both to comport yourselves like Starfleet Officers.  And work together.  Don't make me make it an order.  I'm ::holds two fingers up:: .. this close from doing so though.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CEO: Commander Telarus, you are dismissed.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::does a face palm action appropriate for his age::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COMM: CTO: Actually, My captain has a few questions for you. How do you know about the Armada? And who is in charge on your ship?

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
XO: Aye sir

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
CO: Any idea to what extent section 31 is involved?

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::waits for the CEO to leave::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::goes to the TL::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::overhears something about "section 31" from the bridge::

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
@COMM: OPS: Captain Latigid is our ship's Commanding Officer.  We are here doing undercover reconnaissance on the base within this sector.  Our sensors detected heavily armed Ferengi vessels departing the depot at impulse speeds around the second planet.  You may or may not have detected them due to the interference from the planet's iron core.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
TL: Main Engineering

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: quietly, for his ears only::  CNS:  It would appear our engineer’s wife is being held hostage somewhere.  They are using that over his head.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::alarmed::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CTO: Our Chief Engineer just informed us, Commander, that he has been in contact with Section 31.  They have advised us, through him, to not accomplish our mission of destroying this depot.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Checkout Captain Latigid and their orders.  I was not informed of anyone else seeking information.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
COMM: CTO: Please keep us informed. USS Don Johnson out. ::cuts comm::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::eyes narrow::  XO: We don't take orders from Section 31 do we?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: Captain, I don't trust that guy as far as I could throw him

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CTO: Absolutely not. And we're not going to. We're going to go into our mission knowing that Section 31 is about, that's all.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Mort>CO:  checking.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
OPS:  There is nothing about this mission to trust.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  Thank you.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Take us to yellow alert.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::follows CEO into the turbolift quickly::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
FCO:  Continue forward.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CNS: Ensign.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: I guess not. The identity of the ship checked out, but I'm not even sure it I trust that. I'm going to take a long look at it.

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
<aFCO_Montana> CO: Aye sir.  Moving forward at 1/4 impulse toward the depot. ::enters the coordinates::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CTO: Commander, at this current point in time, I don't know which of my Department Heads I can trust.  People who are 4th and 5th in command of this starship, and I'm not sure I can trust them. Do you know how that makes me feel?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Mort>::activates Yellow alert::

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::nonchalantly:: CEO: Cmdr!

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  Like I felt before I got my team back with me.

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
ACTION: As Lieutenant Raivac warned four Ferengi vessels appear on sensors circling the second planet on an intercept course with the USS Don Johnson.  ETA to intercept is one hour.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CNS: it seems we should make that appointment.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::waits for the CEO to decide on a TL destination::

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: The Ferengi don't go to war. There is no profit in it. ::famous last words::

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
CEO: Oh? What can I help you with?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Mort>CO:  I think we've been spotted!

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: believes this is getting very old.::  *XO*/CTO*:  We have unwanted visitors entering the area.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CNS: a lot...

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: Four Ferengi ships an hour out

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CTO: I understand what you did you felt was necessary. And other than that, you've given me no reason to mistrust you. I promise, I will take action with respect to our Chief Engineer.  But you two need to work out your differences.  Alright?

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: No response from the Ferengi or the Admiral

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::listens to the Skipper, waiting for the CTO's reply::

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
XO:  I don't trust him.  He's going to need to earn that from me.

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::reaches out to shake CEO hand, hoping CEO will take the bait:: CEO: I’m listening

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
SO:  Any reason for no response?

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
CTO: Try.  And, Commander?  Don't ever pull a stunt like that on the bridge without me knowing.  Let's get out there. ::walks towards the RR doors::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Tactical analysis

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::follows the XO out onto the bridge::

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
Computer: Halt turbolift

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Mort>CO:  They are an hour out.  I can't tell much from this distance.

Host CTO_Lt_Raivac says:
<SO_Hovsepian> CO: All signs point to both parties having received the message Captain.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::hustles TO Mort off to a secondary console and takes his station::

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Ship information on them... and an estimation of possible armament.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::walks onto the bridge, looking at the view screen::

.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
OPS:  Make contact with the depot.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
<TO_Mort>CO:  Working on it!

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: I'll try

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
::attempts to hail the depot::

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CNS: where do I begin?

Host Ham says:
@COMM: OPS: Ham here.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: Captain the depot is on the line

CNS_ENS_Suder_Arion says:
::looks at his hand and then up at the CEO again:: CEO: a handshake, and the Beginning

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Nods::  COMM:  Ham:  There is a group of vessels heading your way.  We have been given intel that they could be dangerous to you.  Do you require assistance?

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CO/XO:  The Ferengi ships have us outgunned.

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::turns to look at the CTO:: CTO: Even with your skills?

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CNS: well...

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
:: to no one in particular::  All:  I have no desire to spend more time in space doc.  Any suggestions?

Host Ham says:
@::raises an eyebrow:: COMM: CO: I believe they are heading your way, Commander.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
::considers::  XO:  Well... if lady luck were on our side maybe we could take them.

OPS_LtJg_Donovan says:
CO: Generally speaking, our shields are better than theirs. Not that it's much help. They shouldn't even take a shot at us, considering that their government would tan their hides for doing so.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
COMM:  Ham:  Ahhh... I was not aware that we were at war with each other.  That would be... most regrettable.  Do you know why they wish to engage us?

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
CTO:  Your lady luck does not tend to favor us.

CTO_Cmdr_Tamaste says:
CO/XO:  Then we'd best not engage them.

Host Ham says:
@::smiles wryly:: COMM: CO: I do not believe we are at war either.  But you do not belong here, and I believe those ships are here to escort you in a very ... dangerous ... sector back to where you came from.  ::smiles::

XO_LtCmdr_Robertson says:
::whispers to the CO:: CO: Let's leave and come back with help. But let's give them a fight first. We have a shipyard much closer than they do.

Host CO_Cmd_So`tsoh says:
@COMM:  Well Ham, that may be a problem given we are not in your space.  So there is no reason for them to escort us there.  But it is good to know you do not need our services.  Don Johnson out.

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