Host Jafo says:
Star Trek: Apache - Episode #20
Week #6
Mission: "Neutral Parties"

Host Jafo says:
Making a small stop at the planet Borath, the crew of the Apache have gathered to celebrate the wedding of two of their Klingon members, Lieutenant Commander Cha`Dak and Lieutenant D’Layna Abbott. The wedding proceeded smoothly, in full Klingon tradition, with Captain Linard presiding over the ceremony.

Host Jafo says:
The end of the wedding was abruptly interrupted by the arrival of Ambassador K'laas and his escort, who proceeded to give a blessing over the newly formed happy couple. Both the crew of the Apache, and the attending Klingons, celebrated heartily late into the night and the Apache is now underway for Galen IV to proceed with its current mission.

Host Jafo says:
<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission Week 6 >>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::at tactical one, on the bridge::

CIV_Torsian says:
::steps onto the bridge and looks over the science station with utter curiosity::

XO_Storal says:
::headed to the VIP quarters to check on the Ambassador::

CNS_Lux says:
::takes a sip of her Samarian Sunrise in Forte Apache as she reads and studies up on the Talarian and Tzenkethi conflict::

SGT_Denson says:
::walking around Deck 16 making a list of all the necessary modifications to be made::

CEO_Yeung says:
::on bridge, at the engineering station::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Sir, we're arriving at the Galen System.

FCO_Terman says:
::feels exhausted as he makes sure that everything’s working fine at the helm::

EO_Tana says:
::in Engineering sitting at one of the status consoles::

CO_Linard says:
::heads out onto the bridge and takes her seat:: FCO: ETA Mister Terman?

CEO_Yeung says:
*EO*: Ensign Tana, report to the main shuttlebay and look over the repairs of the Beta Babe.

CNS_Lux says:
::glances up and stirs her drink with a straw before taking another sip, and going back to her reading::

FCO_Terman says:
::looks for an ETA:: CO: Umm...

CIV_Torsian says:
::approaches the station with curiosity and begins doing some deep space scans::

CO_Linard says:
::nods:: CTO: Thank you Mister Cha`Dak, inform the Ambassador.

XO_Storal says:
::arrives at the Ambassador’s quarters and rings the chime::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: I believe Commander Storal is doing that as we speak.

CEO_Yeung says:
::goes over reports of malfunctions on deck 12::

EO_Tana says:
::stands and closes down the status displays of core efficiency:: *CEO*: Aye sir. ::pauses:: What exactly am I looking for, sir … just a progress report?

CEO_Yeung says:
*EO*: Aye, and provide any assistance to the repair teams if necessary.

CO_Linard says:
::nods:: CTO: Very good.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans long-range sensors for any hostiles or allies::

EO_Tana says:
*CEO*: Understood sir, I'll be there in a couple of minutes. ::exits engineering and walks down the corridors toward the lifts::

CNS_Lux says:
::raises her eyebrows at something interesting and reads it outloud softly to herself::  Self: "...it is unclear how the conflict started, however, based on their ritualistic culture and warrior society, it is most likely that the conflict started as a result of a misunderstanding..." ::takes another sip:: Self: Isn't it always? ::shakes her head::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Sir, long-range sensors detect four Tzenkethi ships in orbit of Galen IV; a Heavy Cruiser, two Destroyers, and a -frigate.

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: I received your orders, Captain … but I'm unsure what it is you would like me to do at this station?

XO_Storal says:
::rings the chime again:: K’laas: Ambassador?

CO_Linard says:
CTO: Understood. They're probably there for the negotiations.  ::mutters:: Self: Although I fail to see why they need so much weaponry with them.

CNS_Lux says:
::looks out the window of the lounge, and notices that they are nearing Galen IV:: Self: Best wishes to the Ambassador.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Two Talarian vessels are holding position at extreme sensor range.

CEO_Yeung says:
::runs a quick diagnostic on essential systems::

EO_Tana says:
::steps into the lift:: TL: Shuttlebay…

CO_Linard says:
::nods at the CTO:: FCO: Steady as she goes, Mister Terman....

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::comes to his door and opens it:: XO: Commander Storal ... I understand we'll be arriving in orbit soon? ::towering over him::

FCO_Terman says:
CO: Don't worry; we're going steady. ::charming grin::

CO_Linard says:
CIV: How are your science studies, Mister Torsian?

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: Limited sir, I'm a marine not a scientist.

CIV_Torsian says:
::taps at the unfamiliar controls::

XO_Storal says:
::looks up almost straining his neck:: K’laas: Yes sir, if you would like you can join us on the bridge.

CNS_Lux says:
::finishes her drink and stands up, and smiles at Jax:: Jax: Thank you.  ::gives him a polite nod, and walks out of Fort Apache and into a turbolift:: TL: Deck 4.  ::quickly reads her PADD one more time as the lift ascends::

CO_Linard says:
::grins:: CIV: Can you operate scanners?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: There are also several Federation vessels within range. Mostly members of TF-67, which was formed to quell any uprisings along the border.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::seems to consider it for several moments:: XO: Very well, Commander... ::steps out of his quarters and defers to the XO to lead the way::

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods as he sees that diagnostic reports all systems running at full efficiency::

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: Sir yes sir, short-range. ::looks over the controls pressing a few buttons::

CNS_Lux says:
::pauses::  TL: Belay that ... deck 1, bridge.

EO_Tana says:
::steps out of the lift and crosses the corridor into the massive airlock doors into the shuttlebay. Spots the open shuttlebay doors and starts to hyperventilate before averting his eyes:: Self: Just go to the freighter ... don't look outside.

XO_Storal says:
::leads the Ambassador to the bridge:: K’laas: We will be sending a team down with you for your security, sir.

CO_Linard says:
CIV: Then that's all you have to do Sergeant. It's not a hard job ... honest. ::crosses her heart::

CEO_Yeung says:
::runs a level 1 diagnostic on environmental controls on deck 12::

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::walking along behind the XO, ducking his head to avoid overhead bulkheads:: XO: I'm quite aware of that, Commander.

CIV_Torsian says:
::cracks a smile and performs a long-range scan of the space ahead::

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: Sir, yes sir.

CNS_Lux says:
::steps off onto the bridge::

EO_Tana says:
::consciously averts his eyes from the huge hole in the ship that would suck him outside in the blink of an eye if the monomolecular-thin field failed::

XO_Storal says:
K’laas: Sorry sir, I know you do. Just feeling a bit awkward. ::enters the turbolift and orders the lift to take them to the bridge::

EO_Belron says:
::looks up from his work and sees Tana:: EO: Ah, sir! What can I do for you?

CNS_Lux says:
::stands at the sensor console behind the captain's chair::

SGT_Denson says:
::shakes his head:: *CIV*: Gunny, they got this all wrong. These almost look like Fleeter’s accommodations.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::dips at the waist to step into the turbolift:: XO: And why exactly are you feeling uncomfortable, Commander … because I am Klingon? ::casts a pointed glare in his direction::

EO_Tana says:
Belron: The commander sent me down here to see how everything's going and offer a hand if I can. So what do you need? ::takes a deep breath:: And should the shuttlebay doors be open with all these people in here?

XO_Storal says:
K’laas: The truth sir?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans Galen IV for any signs of matter/anti-matter signatures::

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::eyes him with a knitted brow:: XO: I am not one of your Starfleet Ambassadors, Commander. I hold no special rank or privilege over you. There is no reason for you to feel you can't speak freely to me.

CIV_Torsian says:
*Denson*: Deal with it, I am occupied at the moment. ::begins performing scans for EM emissions::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans the Tzenkethi and Talarian ships::

EO_Belron says:
::looks at the force field:: EO: Well, the starry space provides a good atmosphere for the workers, but we can close the doors if you like.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: One of the Tzenkethi Destroyers breaks orbit of Galen IV and increases speed, powering its weapons, on course for the Apache.

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: Captain! My alarms are going off, looks like we’ve got incoming!

FCO_Terman says:
Self: Umm… ::slows the ship down a bit::

CO_Linard says:
::looks to the CIV:: CIV: Who is it?

XO_Storal says:
K’laas: I don’t really care for Klingons, sir … that is, with the exception of Mister and Misses Cha`Dak, I can do without them.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Sir! Tzenkethi Destroyer on an intercept course.

CIV_Torsian says:
::locks sensors on the Destroyer:: CO: What he said!

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: It's powered up its weapons, Captain.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::glares at him as the lift stops:: XO: You might be surprised to find out, Commander, that the feeling is mutual for Bajorans. ::steps out of the lift::

CO_Linard says:
::nods to the CTO:: CTO: Raise shields... FCO: Hail them...

CNS_Lux says:
CO: Red alert?

EO_Tana says:
::makes up an excuse:: Belron: We're in a battle zone, no need to have things open that aren't blown open. Ask the bridge to close it. ::walks past him into the freighter::

CO_Linard says:
::rises to her feet::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::goes to yellow alert:: CO: Shields are up, Captain.

CEO_Yeung says:
::looks up from his console:: CO: Primary and secondary defensive systems operating at full capacity.

FCO_Terman says:
::tries as best he can to open a hailing frequency::

XO_Storal says:
K’laas: Glad were clear, sir. ::follows the Ambassador out of the lift::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: The ship shows signs of recent damage, and has an identical signature to the one we attacked previously.

CO_Linard says:
CNS: Precautionary measures, Counselor ... I don't want an armed conflict, but I do have to get the Ambassador there in one piece.

EO_Belron says:
::informs shuttlebay control to close the bay doors, and falls in step with Tana::

CIV_Torsian says:
*All Marines*: All Marines, attention, battle readiness, prepare for immediate departure.  Marines to Standby!

CNS_Lux says:
::nods:: CO: My apologies.

XO_Storal says:
CO: I see that we have a welcoming committee.

CO_Linard says:
CTO: Well, it looks as if our friends are back to say hello.

CIV_Torsian says:
::scans the destroyer up and down and left and right::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Indeed.

CO_Linard says:
::nods to the XO:: XO: Yes, we've ... met before.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The vessel does not acknowledge communications from Apache, but breaks course and reluctantly returns to orbit as the Apache continues to close on the planet.

CEO_Yeung says:
*Engineering*: All personnel to battle stations, damage repair teams to stand by.

CIV_Torsian says:
::lowers his brows in thought:: CO: They're breaking away, sir.

CNS_Lux says:
::rests her hands on the railing, and tilts her head in a curious manner::  All: Now that is strange. ::scrambles her brain to remember all she could about the Tzenkethi culture::

EO_Tana says:
::swings his way back through the freighter toward the shielded engines where the engineering teams were tuning them up:: Belron: How far have you gotten?

Host Ult Goren says:
@COM: Apache: This is Ult Goren of the Tzenkethi Empire. I apologize for my rather skittish subordinate ... but you've apparently met before.

EO_Belron says:
::checks his PADD:: EO: Repairs are proceeding apace, sir. This freighter may be old, but nothing too hard for us. There are still some parts needing replacements, compatibility issues. We're working on that right now.

EO_Callailau says:
::in engineering, starts to increase warp power and posts fast response teams in major target areas like weapons arrays and environmental systems::

CO_Linard says:
COM: Tzenkethi: This is Captain Kathleen Linard of the USS Apache. Yes, we have met before … under more unfortunate circumstances, I'm afraid.

EO_Tana says:
::begins to sweat in the cramped spaces from the numerous bodies and residual heat from the impulse engines:: Belron: Did anyone upstairs say why we're fixing this thing? ::helps one of the teams remove a slightly warped oscillation torque bar::

CPL_Burn says:
*CIV*: Marines on full standby; we're ready to deploy sir. Awaiting further instructions.

CNS_Lux says:
::looks at the Tzenkethi on the main viewer, observing his body language::

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Is your security detail ready, Commander?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*TO Neilson/TO Hunter*: Security Team 1, please report to transporter room one.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Aye Commander.

CIV_Torsian says:
::watches the view screen and silently continues to scan the ship and the surrounding space for any signs of deceit:: *Burn*: Acknowledged, maintain battle readiness, condition yellow.

EO_Belron says:
EO: Probably because we're the ones who broke it. ::chuckles::

Host Ult Goren says:
::crossing his arms:: COM: Apache: Oh yes, Captain ... I am quite aware of your 'circumstances'. We should meet to discuss them immediately before my subordinate ... gets skittish again.

CNS_Lux says:
CO: If I may...?  ::looks at her::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*TO Gren'lor/TO Ovl'men*: Security Team 2, please report to Transporter room one.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::glances at the CNS:: CO: What's he talking about, Captain? Your first officer didn't mention anything about a conflict with the Apache? ::glares at the Bajoran::

EO_Tana says:
::clips the anti-grav collars on the bar and activates them before removing the last connection:: All: Everybody watch your feet. This thing's spent uranium alloy. ::lets the bar drop and it falls, slower than it should, coming to rest on the cargo dolly:: Belron: Then maybe we shouldn't have broken it. ::sighs and helps switch the collars over::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CIV: Lieutenant, will you be sending a team of your own? ::tilts his head slightly, almost quizzically::

CIV_Torsian says:
CTO: I have not been informed of any mission, however my marines are ready to assist your teams if need be.

CIV_Torsian says:
::continues scanning the space all around the Apache and the planet discreetly::

Host Tzenkethi says:
ACTION: The Talarian vessels, which were holding position at the border, begin to approach Galen IV at low warp.

XO_Storal says:
::glares back at the Klingon:: K’laas: It happened while I was returning to the Apache from leave, Ambassador.

EO_Belron says:
::shrugs:: EO: Don't tell me that, I don't fly this ship I just fix it. In any case, repairs should be completed in less than 12 hours, 6 if we rush.

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: Goren: Very well then, perhaps a little later...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods:: CIV: Very well, considering this is a peace negotiation, two security details should suffice.

CNS_Lux says:
::doesn't waiver under the Tzenkethi glare and drops her voice low so that only the Captain can hear her, and not over the COM system:: CO: Captain, the Tzenkethi are ... a warrior-like race of people. They would rather destroy the Apache and haul us back to their homeworld as a trophy then negotiate peace with us.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::grumbles:: XO: Just like a Bajoran ... excuses.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::takes note of the sensors before him::

XO_Storal says:
K’laas: Just like a Klingon … jump to conclusions.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Sir, the Talarian vessels have begun an approach to Galen IV at warp 1.

CNS_Lux says:
CO: I recommend that we'll accept his offer of "discussion" after the negotiation.

Host CO_Linard says:
K’laas: We had a bit of a tiff earlier when they tried to destroy a Talarian vessel.

CIV_Torsian says:
CTO: Inform me if you need any assistance, I will be glad to oblige you. ::glances at his controls and confirms the CTO's statements::

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods:: CNS: Yes, you may be right Counselor.

Host Ult Goren says:
::barks, appalled:: COM: Apache: Perhaps now, Captain! I have no intention of brokering peace with the very people who murder my brethren under a flag of neutrality!

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Are their weapons systems armed?

EO_Tana says:
::sighs, hating rush work:: Belron: Let's concentrate on doing it right. If we happen to do it right quickly, all the better.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans the Talarian vessels::

CNS_Lux says:
::bites her tongue from returning an insult back to Goren, something she doesn't think anyone will appreciate::

EO_Belron says:
::nods in agreement:: EO: Well, that's to report now. Anything else?

FCO_Terman says:
Self: Oh, oh... ::preps some fancy flying::

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::growing uneasy, standing at the back of the bridge::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Affirmative, sir!

Host CO_Linard says:
::remains calm:: COM: Goren: We didn't murder anyone, Goren. We merely prevented what could have been an act of war in Federation space...

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Are they locking weapons?

CIV_Torsian says:
::focuses the ranged sensors in the way of the oncoming vessels so that the readouts are clearer::

CNS_Lux says:
::senses the Ambassador's impatience::  CO: It's probably best to get the negotiation under way, soon.

Host Ult Goren says:
::gets a sickeningly sweet smirk across his face and releases a small chuckle:: COM: Apache: I had saved this for when we were face to face ... but I suppose now is as good a time as any. That high and mighty act of charity you performed ... saving a medical transport from the big bad war-like Tzenkethi?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans their targeting systems::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Affirmative.

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Who are they locking on to?

EO_Tana says:
::nods:: Belron: I checked out the scans on this thing. The superstructure's bent all over. We're going to have to overhaul and replace some of the SIF generators and… ::gestures with his hands:: …bend the ship back into shape.

CIV_Torsian says:
::nods in agreement with the CTO:: XO: Recommend we send them a warning shot, straight across their bow.  That outta keep them away.

Host Ult Goren says:
COM: Apache: Would it surprise you to find out that that vessel was in fact a weapons courier? Off to the Klingon Black Market for weapons ... who goes to Klingon space for medical supplies, Captain! ::growing angrier::

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods:: CNS: Yes, I agree. I just wish they'd get out of the way...

XO_Storal says:
CIV: We don’t want to instigate anything, Lieutenant.

CIV_Torsian says:
XO: This Goren is wasting our time; he's trying to distract us.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: The Apache, sir.

EO_Belron says:
::taps some notes into his PADD:: EO: Will do, sir.

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: Goren: Probably not, but how do I know you aren't making this up to start a conflict?

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Red Alert! Bring all weapons online but do not lock weapons.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::goes to red alert:: XO: Aye sir.

EO_Tana says:
::nods, hating thinking on his feet:: Belron: I'm ... I'm going to go to the cockpit, okay? I'm going to check out the flight systems.

Host Ult Goren says:
::calming, but with lots of underlying rage:: COM: Apache: I need not prove anything to you, Captain Linard. You see, though you may have spared those aboard the destroyer, I assure you that your actions in protecting the transport killed many ... many of my Tzenkethi brothers.

CNS_Lux says:
::hears red alert going off:: Self: There goes caution... ::continues to look at the Tzenkethi on the viewscreen::

CEO_Yeung says:
::diverts extra power to weapons::

CIV_Torsian says:
*Denson*: Condition Red, Torsian out. ::begins scans of the entire surrounding area and weapons and defensive capabilities of the oncoming ship and the Tzenkethi ship::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Weapons are on standby. Rerouting non-essential systems to the shield generator.

EO_Belron says:
::looks at Tana curiously, but nods:: EO: All right sir, give us a shout if you need anything.

XO_Storal says:
CTO: If they fire, target their weapons array and engines.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::notices Jon has rerouted power to the weapons arrays, and gives a silent thank you:: XO: Aye sir.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::moves towards Mister Torsian:: CIV: Which Federation vessels are the closest?

EO_Tana says:
::nods and heads forward, narrowly avoiding cracking his skull on a smoothly curving crossbar::

CNS_Lux says:
::puts her arms behind her, and lifts her chin a little::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters their warp nacelles into the targeting systems::

CIV_Torsian says:
::runs a few scans and checks logs:: Ambassador: Sir, there are several Federation vessels nearby … but the USS Geneva is the closest.

Host CO_Linard says:
COM: Goren: I'm sorry to hear that ... but let me assure you; there were casualties on the Talarian vessel as well, Goren. So in actual fact, both sides lost people. I could have easily destroyed your ship but I didn't ... we're here to promote peace, but whether or not you believe that is up to you.

CIV_Torsian says:
XO: You have to inform the Captain. ::makes note to transmit any information he's gathered about the oncoming vessels weapons capabilities to the CTO::

Host CO_Linard says:
::looks at the XO:: XO: Do we really have time for this? When are we expected to be at Galen IV?

Host Ult Goren says:
::spits it out:: COM: Apache: Peace! You claim to travel here under a flag of neutrality, and then blatantly defile your status. ::points at her across the subspace:: COM: Apache: There shall be no peace so long as Captain Kathleen Linard is involved! ::closes the channel::

EO_Tana says:
::grabs one of the hand grips and swings past one of the system protrusions, landing on another catwalk that opens up on the shuttlebay:: Self: Ah shoot! ::steps back from the opening in the hull plating, clutching at his beating heart before laughing the fright off as stupid:: Self: Smooth, Ringer, they just had to take off a plate and replace it.

CIV_Torsian says:
CTO: What is our shuttle capacity?

CNS_Lux says:
::raises her eyebrows::  CO: I guess I don't have to tell you that didn't go well, eh?

EO_Tana says:
::forces himself to look out the opening and then move to the cockpit door to open it::

XO_Storal says:
CO: No. We are due as soon as possible.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CIV: We have two runabouts … the USS Styx and USS Tiber.

Host CO_Linard says:
::rolls her eyes and sits down:: CNS: He's just probably having a bad hair day ... it happens.  FCO: Continue our course.

CIV_Torsian says:
CTO: Do we have any fighters, sir?

FCO_Terman says:
::keeps the ship steadily plodding along at low impulse::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CIV: No, not to my knowledge.

CNS_Lux says:
CO: Captain, Lieutenant Torsian found the USS Geneva within this region.  Should we contact them as a backup?

XO_Storal says:
::overhears Torsian:: CIV: We won’t get the fighters until we return to SB 366.

Host CO_Linard says:
CNS: It might not be a bad idea, Counselor. Inform them of our situation.

CIV_Torsian says:
::lets out a breath:: XO: Very well, my men are trained combatants, beam us onto one of the enemy ships and we can take it over.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::keeps a constant eye on the Tzenkethi::

FCO_Terman says:
::switches controls over to manual, in case we need some quick reactions::

EO_Tana says:
::climbs up in the cramped cockpit and sits down, looking around the unfamiliar controls:: BB-Computer: System status, Computer. ::sighs as it replies in Bolian:: Federation Standard please.

CNS_Lux says:
::rests her hands on the railings again::  CO: Aye Captain. ::leaves her station, and walks over to the OPS station, thanking the Ensign that's there::

XO_Storal says:
XO: I’ll take that under advisement, Lieutenant.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::speaks up:: CO: Captain Linard ... it seems clear that you've made this something personal with Ult Goren. I might suggest that the Apache consider turning over negotiations to another vessel. That might bring the Tzenkethi back to the negotiations table.

CIV_Torsian says:
XO: Aye sir, we can capture a ship in 6 minutes, depending on crew size and position of deployment.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::raises one eyebrow as he hears the CIV bravely volunteering::

CNS_Lux says:
::scans for the Geneva's signature, and opens a hailing frequency::  COM: Geneva: USS Geneva, this is Counselor Lux from the USS Apache.  Do you read me?

CPL_Burn says:
::runs around deck 16 performing drills with the rest of the team::

CNS_Lux says:
::tries again, clearing up some static:: COM: Geneva: USS Geneva, this is the USS Apache.  Please respond.

Host G_XO_Eden says:
@COM: Apache: This is Commander Alyson Eden of the USS Geneva, we read you loud and clear.

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Have they stood down?

Host CO_Linard says:
K’laas: Perhaps, but the Tzenkethi are touchy like that. They'd probably find any excuse not to carry out peace talks...

CNS_Lux says:
COM: Geneva: This is Lieutenant Lux, thank you for answering our hails.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Negative, sir. Their weapons are still powered up, and they've targeted the Apache, but they have not broken orbit.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::grimaces:: CO: I've studied the Tzenkethi extensively Captain ... I don't agree with your assessment of the situation.

CNS_Lux says:
COM: Geneva: We detected your vessel and were wondering if you can stand by as backups for us?  We are currently at Galen IV, or heading there ... to negotiate peace between the Tzenkethi and the Talarians.

Host G_XO_Eden says:
@COM: Apache: It's good to hear from you Lieutenant Lux, we’re aware of your current mission and have been ordered by Command to standby should you require assistance.  We've been waiting for your hail.  A Tzenkethi warship is currently pursuing us.  What's the Apache's status?

CNS_Lux says:
COM: Geneva: We have run into a little big of a problem, mainly the Tzenkethi are accusing us of supporting the Talarians.

CIV_Torsian says:
::sends out a deep space ping to attain the distance of the Geneva::

CIV_Torsian says:
XO/CO: Sirs, according to my readings, at maximum warp they can be here within the hour.

CNS_Lux says:
COM: Geneva: I see.  ::pauses::  Is it possible that the Geneva can come to Galen IV then?

XO_Storal says:
CNS: Do they require assistance?

Host G_XO_Eden says:
@COM: Apache: The Geneva should be able to out run the Tzenkethi ship easily.  We'll meet you there.

CNS_Lux says:
COM: Geneva: Understood.  If the Tzenkethi warship is still in pursuit by the time you arrive, we'll lend a hand.

Host CO_Linard says:
K’laas: My job is to get you to Galen IV. I'm sure we can work something out once we get there, Ambassador...

XO_Storal says:
CIV: Well, we should be able to hold out until then if the need arises.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::steps forward:: CO: Oh, I think you have done quite enough, Captain. FCO: Open a channel...

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Sir, should I stand down from red alert?

CIV_Torsian says:
XO: Is it wise sir? To attract more, 'company'?

FCO_Terman says:
::looks to the captain::

Host G_XO_Eden says:
@COM: Apache: Understood, and thank you.  We'll see you at Galen IV in approximately one hour.  Geneva out.

CNS_Lux says:
COM: Geneva: See you in a bit then, Geneva.  Apache out.

Host CO_Linard says:
K’laas: What are you doing?

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Negative.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::attention is drawn to the Ambassador::

FCO_Terman says:
CO: Should I...?

CNS_Lux says:
CO/XO: The Geneva is under attack from a Tzenkethi Warship right now, but they are certain they’ve got the situation under control.  Further, the Geneva is on her way here, and should be here in about an hour.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::turns to her, looking down his nose at her:: CO: My job, Captain ... which you and your crew have made considerably more difficult. I'd like to resolve this situation with as little bloodshed as possible. ::turns back to the viewscreen:: FCO: Open that channel!

Host CO_Linard says:
::steps out in front of the Ambassador:: FCO: Belay that...

CIV_Torsian says:
::looks to the Ambassador and eyes the man up and down:: Self: I can take him.

Host CO_Linard says:
K’laas: And I told you that we would work it out once we got there ... I'm very well aware of the situation.

FCO_Terman says:
::looks at the ambassador, ready for him to belay the captain's belay::

CNS_Lux says:
::looks at the debate about to ensue on the bridge and thinks the captain should pull the Ambassador aside::

EO_Tana says:
::watches as the displays flicker, and suddenly read out in Standard:: BB-C: Thanks. ::slips forward in the chair and starts checking for broken bits not found in the scans::

Host CO_Linard says:
K’laas: With all due respect, Ambassador … this is my bridge, I give the orders here.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::puts his hands on his hips:: CO: Captain, you haven't a clue what this situation is and you don't have the faintest idea of how to speak to these people. It's clear you haven't even read the Intelligence Dossier on the Tzenkethi Goren or you would never have challenged him in such a fashion. Now you can let me do my job ... sir.

FCO_Terman says:
::looks back at the captain for orders::

Host CO_Linard says:
::nods:: Ambassador: Of course ... and you can do that when we get you to Galen IV.

Host Tzenkethi says:
ACTION: Apache enters orbit of Galen IV...

CIV_Torsian says:
::signals the marines to make a turbolift ready::

CNS_Lux says:
::sighs with relief as Galen IV appears on the view screen::

FCO_Terman says:
::turns back as the Apache reaches Galen IV and sets it to orbit the planet without getting too close::

Host CO_Linard says:
FCO: Take us into a high orbit, mister Terman.

FCO_Terman says:
CO: Done sir.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::waits patiently, with an angry glare pointed straight at the Captain::

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: Sir, the marine squad is awaiting orders.

EO_Tana says:
::leans back in the chair as the freighter does its thing::

FCO_Terman says:
::prepares to open the comlink::

CNS_Lux says:
::thinks, now that we’re here they can spend all the time they want talking to Commander Eden of the Geneva::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::checks again for the status of the Tzenkethi ships::

Host CO_Linard says:
FCO: Inform them we've arrived and we're ready to send the Ambassador and his negotiations team.

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::balks:: CO: You won't even let me speak to them?

XO_Storal says:
CTO: The Tzenkethi have played their opening hand, let’s see what the Talarians counter with.

FCO_Terman says:
::hails the Tzenkethi:: COM: Tzenkethi: K’laas is ready to beam down.

Host CO_Linard says:
:;smiles sweetly up at him:: K’laas: If you wish... ::motions to the FCO::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: I have a bad feeling about this negotiation.

Host CO_Linard says:
CIV: Standby Sergeant.

XO_Storal says:
::stifles at laugh:: CTO: I agree. That’s why we are going with the Ambassador.

FCO_Terman says:
::looks at the CO:: CO: Captain, they say that they won't beam down as long as we're here...

CIV_Torsian says:
CO: Sir, yes sir. ::maintains full sensor sweep of all the ships and space within the vicinity::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods:: XO: Will you be accompanying the Ambassador, Commander Storal?

Host Amb_K’laas says:
::angrily turns his back on the woman and grips the back of Terman's chair:: COM: Ult Goren: This is Ambassador K'laas ... I am preparing to beam down to the surface. Captain Linard, and the Apache will not be remaining in orbit. The Commander Eden, of the USS Geneva, has agreed to serve as the Federation representative in these negotiations.

XO_Storal says:
CO: Sir, perhaps we can take the Styx and land at the site, rather than transport down.

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Yes I will.

Host Ult Goren says:
::reluctantly:: COM: Apache: Very well, Ambassador ... my contingency will beam down as soon as the Geneva has established orbit.

CIV_Torsian says:
::raises his brows in astonishment and looks to the Captain for her next action::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to watch the Captains reaction::

FCO_Terman says:
::thinks; another hour with these people shouting insults across subspace ... fun::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Sir, one of the destroyers and the frigate have broken orbit. They are heading for Tzenkethi space.

XO_Storal says:
CTO: Scan the transport site; I don’t want any surprises.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Aye sir.

Host Tzenkethi says:
ACTION: One of the Tzenkethi Destroyers and the frigate break orbit on a heading for Tzenkethi space. The remaining cruiser and destroyer establish a low orbit around Galen IV.

Host Tzenkethi says:
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