Summary... once again the U.S.S. Scimitar is returning to the Bravo Epidian System. Her crew responsible for enabling the peace talks to recommence.

=/\==/\= BEGIN U.S.S. Scimitar Mission  - 'Guardian of the Continuous Light'=/\==/\=

Patrick says:
::On the bridge at science 1, feeding data to the computer about the thing they killed::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Walks on to the bridge:: FCO: ETA please Mr Exeter
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
:;checks his console:: CO: ETA is 30 minutes ma'am
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::In ME::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Sitting in her usual chair, despite the absence of the Executive Officer at the moment.  It really doesn't matter which chair she sits in::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Finally preparing himself for the autopsy of the mysterious pair. He orders one of his MO's not to bother him, unless absolutely necessary. He then turns around, closing the lab doors behind him.::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
FCO: thank you ::turns to the Counsellor:: CNS: can you inform the Ambassador that we will be arriving at our destination in 30 minutes please commander
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
*EO* Bolitho to Dupont
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: In person, or via communications, Captain?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Stops and thinks:: CNS: Communication will be fine
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Groans to himself::*CO*Yes Captain?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Nods and taps her COM badge::  *Amb*: Ambassador Childs, this is Commander Enki.  We are currently one half hour from our destination.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
*EO* repairs report please Ensign and if there are any issues before we get to our destination
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looking at the screen he doesn't notice anything strange. He decides to pursue this only a short while longer before filing it. There's just too little to go on::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
FCO: Lt. have we evasive manoeuvres in place encase we need them?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Glances towards Science and smiles at Lieutenant Pierce::  CSO: Lieutenant, anything on sensors at this time?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::As he feels quite at peace now, he begins to set the computer to scan the bodies of the mysterious pair that have kept them busy for a couple of days.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::He checks the sensors again:: CNS: Nothing out of the ordinary ma'am
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CSO: I suppose no news is good news... although, you think we should be picking up our rendezvous vessel.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
CO: Standard procedure ma'am.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CNS: was starting to go through my mind as well, I guess we keep on our toes, I don't like this much
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CNS: There are traces of recent warp travel. I'm sure they will see us coming.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Nods::  CO: Excuse me, Captain, I have one more person I need to check up with.  ::Taps her COM badge again::  *CMO*: Doctor, this is Commander Enki.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::hears the CSO: CSO: That’s what worries me.. They may be able to see us .. But at the moment we cannot see them.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CO* All repairs are complete Captain. The ship is ready for anything you throw at it.....
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::The computer begins to analyse the mail body, as he hears the call from the commander. Before answering it, he sighs heavily as he rolls his eyes.:: *CNS*: Abmeraz here, what's the emergency?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*CMO*: No emergency.  What is Nurse Lenny's condition?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Smiles:: *EO*: Is that a challenge Ensign.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks at the sensors as something changes:: CO: Ma'am, we're picking up a small subspace rift at the centre of Bravo Epidian.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Turns:: CSO: A subspace rift ?? Give me a clue why its there.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He looks somewhat annoyed as he watches the computer almost complete the scan of the male body.:: *CNS*: Uncertain at this point. I am working off my priorities at order of occurrence right now. I will check on her later. I believe the computer will have the samples analyzed as well.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::leaves the mess hall and heads for the TL::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
FCO: how far are we away from it?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CO*: Absolutely not Captain, command staff are always more adept at breaking things than they are at fixing them.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*CMO*: Understood.  The reason I asked... several hours ago, I thought I heard her voice speaking to me on the Bridge.  Is the nurse of a telepathic species?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: Analyzing now ::Looks at the sensors:: CO: An object is coming through about 1200..no, make that 1,400 meters.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
TL: Deck one, Bridge.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
*EO*: you know Ensign, I once said that to a captain.. Anyway, might want to be on your toes seems we have a subspace rift a head .. and I would prefer you were on the bridge.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
FCO: bring us out of warp lieutenant
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Watches as the computer displays all the information collected on the body.:: *CNS*: Not that I am aware of. She was sedated and sleeping well, I can assure you that. Perhaps it was someone else calling?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: Slave TAC please and scan what is coming out.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CO*: I'd prefer to be in main engineering Captain, where I can keep my finger on the pulse of all activities.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Thinks that she would recognize the voice.  With a smile in her voice::  *CMO*: Hmmm, perhaps I was just thinking about her at the moment.  I'll check back with you later, Doctor.  Marla out.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
CO: Aye, full stop now ma'am :: makes sure the ships makes a nice and comfy full stop instead of doing a dead stop and throwing people against the view screen::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
*EO*: Really .. oh well I guess I will have to order you to the bridge then ... you have 10 minutes Ensign, Bolitho out.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::steps off the TL and on to the bridge, looking around briefly before heading into the command circle::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Pushes some buttons and takes over tactical station, starting an analysis of the object::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He sets the computer to scan the female body and turns around facing it. He still feels a shiver down his spine as he watches the two. The scary things they let him see... still makes him wonder at times.::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
FCO: Put the rift on main viewer if you can,
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
Self: Wow a whole 10 minutes maybe I can grab a sonic shower before making my way to the bridge?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: What have we got?

Action... Scimitar slides nicely out of warp, coming to a stop just outside the Bravo Epidian System...

FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
::mutters something about being a pilot no freaking OPS:: CO: Aye aye ma'am :: puts the rift on main screen::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
XO: Nice of you to join us commander ::Smiles:: Just waiting to see what surprise we get from the rift out there
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::hears Exeter Muttering to himself and smiles::

Action... A view of the systems magnifies at the FCO's command... the purple rift closes slowly behind a large brilliantly lit golden coloured object....

EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Exits engineering and catches the next TL up to the bridge::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: what on earth is that ?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: Sorry Cap'n, got caught up in a bit of a debate in the lounge. ::smiles:: any sign of company yet?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: The object is about 970 meters long, doing further analysis to assess capabilities.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Keeps half an eye on the view screen, and wonders where the Ambassador is::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Exits the TL and walks onto the bridge heading over to the engineering station where he activates the console::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Mutters something about engineers taking to long to get to the bridge:: CSO: Work with Dupont please and find out what that is.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He stands idly by as the scan completes its run on the female body as well. He walks over to the console and watches the same data show up on the display.::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
XO/CNS: have you seen anything like that before?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CSO: I can transfer some redundant power to the main sensor if you want Lt.?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Shakes her head::  CO: No ma'am.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
EO: No thank you Ensign, I don't want to send too strong pulses. CO: it's of a metallic composite containing Duranium and some others I can't identify. Heat sources around the ship emit in all frequencies except infra red. She has standard shields which are raised and so far I can only see torpedo tubes.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: Can't say I've seen it before, this is a new one on me.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Downloads the information to a PADD to ensure it can be stored in the medical database. He turns around one more time, then leaves the Lab.::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: send the info to Dupont .. Lets see what the engineers can figure out... Is she showing signs of weapons powered up ?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CNS: Please take OPS and Hail it.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Scrolls through the information from the main sensors about the object::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::sits in his chair and reviews all the data they have on the object::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Sends the data he found to main engineering:: CO: So far I can only find torpedo tubes which don't show signs of being ready to fire.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Slowly turns to look at the Captain, not quite certain she's aware that Marla's not really an operations manager.  Instead, she just taps a couple buttons on her console to open hailing frequencies::  CO: Hailing frequencies open, Captain.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks up as he hears a soft beep:: CO: Ma'am , we're being scanned.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
Self: God I hate it when that happens.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: can we block sensitive data ?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::looks to the XO:: XO: well we did scan them
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
COMM: Odd thing: This is Captain Lira-Bolitho of the USS Scimitar, please identify yourselves
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: So far only the ship is being scanned, I’m not sure what you mean.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::When he exits the lab, he orders the same MO he asked not to let anybody disturb him to remove the bodies once again and put them in safe storage, until they reach the star base again. After that he walks over to Lenny, checking up on her condition. He takes out his tricorder and quickly scans her. It would appear that her stats have become somewhat irregular.:: Self: Hmmm, this is weird. I'll have to look at the data from the computer to see what this is all about.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::smiles:: CO: I thought we might have. But still, I can never get used to it.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: I meant weapon capabilities etc... Not to worry.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: I don't think they could get into our computer captain, but I’m keeping an eye on it. Any trace of a data tap and I’m on it.
Host Commander_Chen’ha’nech says:
COM: U.S.S. Scimitar: I am Commander Chen'ha'nech, keeper of this vessel, you identify as the Guardian of continuous light.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
Self: Continuous light?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks up as he hears that:: Self: Guardian of the continuous light?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He walks over to the computer and enters some data into it:: Computer: Computer, please display the results on Nurse Lenny's blood sample, please.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Looks at MacAllister:: CNS: put comms on Silence.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Nods and silences the communications channel::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
XO: what and who are the Guardian of light.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Waits what the captain wants to do. Apparently not greeting the vessel::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO: It sounded like he called YOU the Guardian of Continuous Light, Captain.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CNS: Are you sure? Or did he mean the Scimitar?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CSO: Curious.  It could be the vessel.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: I'm at a loss captain, it appears the vessel is called the Guardian of continuous light, and he's in command of it.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks confused. Looks like everyone has a different interpretation here::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::nearly bursts out laughing at Enki's comment:: CNS: Open channels.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Nods::  CO: Audio re-established.  ::reopens audio channels::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Checks to see if the universal translator is working properly::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
COM: Chen’ha’nech: we have Amb Child onboard for an arranged meeting ::stops and thinks looking at Exeter and walks over to him::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Turns back to his sensors as he starts playing with the spectrum of the light.. The ship is emitting on so many frequencies, he wants to see what happens when he starts filtering some of them::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Quietly Speaks so she cannot be over heard:: FCO: what was our ETA to the meeting place.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
:: Checks his console:: <whispers> CO: Well, if that thing moved about  2 minutes 1/4 impulse.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looking at the scans he notices that bits of the ship are moving. Looking closer it seems like sections of the top and the bottom are moving to the front of the ship:: CO: Ma'am, this is some weird ship. Looks like it's... rearranging itself.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::looks as she hears Pierce:: EO: Ensign, explain that for me.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::still waiting for a reply but getting jittery::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Waits for the computer to gather all information as he glances at Lenny.::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::walks over to the XO:: XO: Commander, your views.
Host Commander_Chen’ha’nech says:
::stamps his hand on the level surface in front of him:: COM: Understood, we shall accommodate four of your people. Provide coordinates for our transport system.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: Stand by Lt......
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: Well, we know the Arillians have their hands on some rather perplexing technology.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
COM: Chen: Understood the Amb will be informed of your arrival .. Scimitar out.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CO: Approximately several large chunks from the ships hull are moving towards the front of the ship Captain.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::As she closes the channel::  CO: I suggest myself and a tactical officer accompany the Ambassador and his aide.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CNS: Inform the Ambassador and see where he would like these talks to take place.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*Amb*: Ambassador Childs, please respond.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
EO: What technology are they using.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: I'd like to accompany the ambassador Cap'n.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
XO: commander I would prefer if you would escort the Amb.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CO: Unable to determine without a far more comprehensive scan Captain.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: I'll alert an away team ma'am
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CO: Glad we're thinking on the same wavelength. ::grins::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Smiles:: XO: Your choice on who you take with you, either the CNS or a TAC officer... I want check in every hour
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::At last the display comes alive. It shows that the blood samples have slightly elevated levels of neuro transmitters and some cells appear to be changed, or deformed. The computer still seems to work on that last problem.::
Host Commander_Chen says:
<Amb_Childs> *CNS*: Ma'am?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
EO: Can you and Peirce do that without being picked up.. Or find a way ?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CO: The several hull pieces have moved approximately 45 from their hull. Sensors reveal 10 gaps in the ships hull. There is a force field covering the gaps in the hull.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: Do what ma'am?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*Amb*: We have made contact with an Arillian vessel, who has agreed to accommodate four persons on their vessel.  The Captain requests you take Commander MacAllister.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::looks to the CNS then back to the CO:: CO: No offence to the Counsellor Cap'n but I'd like to take one of my Tactical officers, someone who's fought the Arillians face to face like I have.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Haven't we all on this ship by now sir?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::Sits down in her chair a little concerned:: XO: Understood commander.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
XO: That would be me?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: You and Dupont find a way to scan that ship without being picked up.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
XO: Commander, we are not here to fight the Arillians, we are here to make peace.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: We can try ma'am, but it's pretty hard masking a scan.
Host Commander_Chen says:
<Amb_Childs> ::nods in his quarters then turns to leave:: *CNS*: I shall head to the bridge now and as for the team, I trust the Captain knows her crew.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Yes John, most of us have but someone needs to figure out how to get us off that crate in a hurry.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CO: I can throw the extra power through to the Lt. Pierce Captain, but I have no idea what there reaction will be when we light up their sensors?
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
::hears everyone on the bridge and looks:: EO: then try and find away of not being noticed.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Jim, you're with me... Make all your best evasive manoeuvres made available to your relief.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
EO/CO: Lets hold the power for a moment. We’ll try slowly increasing strength. First priority will be to see if we can penetrate that force field with our transporters.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He begins to worry about the last part of the report and walks back to Lenny. Grabbing her hand, he softly begins to mutter a few words to her. No is able to hear what he is saying, almost as if he is praying in his own language.::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
:: Makes sure everything is available for his replacement:: XO: aye-aye, sir.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
EO/CSO: if it looks like your going to be spotted then do not try unless you can assure me we will not.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*Ambassador*: Understood.  I will have the team meet you in transporter room two in five minutes.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: Well, that's a bit hard to tell until they start firing at us.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CSO: Auxiliary power is online Lt. if and when you need it.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: that’s what I do not want lieutenant.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
EO: Thank you ensign.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: I understand that captain. We'll do our best.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO/EO: let me assure you in no way are these talks to be jeopardized .. Maybe a holodeck simulation may help.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
CO: We could try that captain. But a simulation is only as good as its data.. Of which we have not enough.
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
CSO: then a holodeck simulation will give you some idea
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
CO: Sorry Captain but I don't believe a holodeck simulation will help in any way. We have no idea what the technological capabilities are of the Arillians. My best guess as to those gaps would be launch tubes for their fighters or even possible torpedo tubes.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::enters the TL::
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
EO: that’s what worries me ensign ..
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
*XO* Bolitho to MacAllister…
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Starts to wonder if the captain lost her marbles. Nice suggestions, but she is definitely not into science or engineering::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CO*: Go ahead Cap'n.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
::right behind the XO waiting and ready to go:: 
CO_Capt_Bolitho says:
*XO* I’m sure you are aware that these negotiations are important and must in no way be stopped, however the safety of the Ambassador is of importance .. Any trouble your out.... and don’t forget the hourly check ins.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CO*: Acknowledged Cap'n, I'll make the safety of the team my first priority.

Action... Ambassador Childs arrives at the transporter room, a nod to those waiting him turns for a report of any contact so far…

Host Commander_Chen says:
COM: USS Scimitar: State your intentions. Respond to our request!

=/\==/\=END Mission=/\==/\=

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