USS Apache
Mission #173
Demon's Breath

Prologue: The Shuttlecraft Necromancer is currently 5 minutes from the Volon System. Capt Linard, Cdr Storal, and Adm. Raidon have convened to the cargobay once again.

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CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::in the shuttle cockpit, going over the shuttle's tactical systems::

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
Raidon: I understand your reasoning for removing Capt. Linard from command. I will assume command immediately until further notice.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::In the shuttle at the helm::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: Alright. You two have had an hour to think, now let's talk into more detail.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::sits back down where he was before::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::takes a seat on an empty container:: Admiral: Go ahead.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::wonders what is going on at the back::

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
:: sitting at the science console of shuttle looking up info on plasma storm ::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: I've given you ample opportunity to reveal certain things and trust me.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
Admiral: How can I trust you if you relieve me of command without reason?

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::wonders how he will check on the cargo without disrupting the discussion in the cargobay::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: Fair enough, I will dicuss my reasons then.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
::leans against a cargo container and listens to the Admiral speak::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::folds her arms and waits for him to speak::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: One, I've read a report from a Captain Madred.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: Two, I've read the reports from a Shadowman incident.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: Three, Commander Yeung's comments.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
ACTION: The shuttle makes it's final approach on the 3 planet of the Volon System.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*Raidon*: Admiral, we are approaching the third planet of Volon, sir.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged Commander.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO/XO: So we all on the same page?

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
*XO*: I don't mean to intrude sir, but I have to check the medical cargo before we arrive sir.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*Raidon*: Shall I assume Standard orbit?

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
*CMO*: Stand by Lieutenant.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
Raidon: So far.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::nods in agreement::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
*XO*: Aye sir.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
*CEO*: Yes, and let them know the cargo is ready for transport.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*Raidon*: Acknowledged.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::stands:: Admiral: With all due respect, Admiral, I'm by no means delaying your talking with us, but don't you think it would be better to put this off until we deliver our cargo?

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: It was either relieve you or him till I get this under control.

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
*CO*: Captain, I have checked the data on the plasma storm and it seems to have dissappated.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Brings the shuttle into Standard orbit around the third planet::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::blinks:: Admiral: Control? Nothing was out of control.... nothing has ever been out of control while I've been in command of the Apache.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::runs a scan on the colony::

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
Raidon: We had it under control...

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: Bad things tend to happen when an XO and CO get together so to speak.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
*CIV*: That's good to hear Lieutenant. Thank you. Keep watch for it, won't you? I don't trust something that just follows us for no reason.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
COMM: Necromancer to Volon command. Acknowledge.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
 ::sarcastially:: Admiral: They do?

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
XO: Take the conn for a moment and deliver the package.

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
*CO*: Aye Ma`am. I'll keep my eye on it.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
Raidon: Aye.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
*CMO*: You can inspect the cargo Lieutenant.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
::heads out of the cargo hold::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::leans back against the cargohold wall and smiles a little:: Admiral: If you did your reasearch, Admiral. You'd know that this dates back much farther than me taking over Command of the Apache and Commander Storal becoming my first officer.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
*XO*: Aye Aye sir.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: Any other surprises you need to tell me?

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::enters the cargobay and checks that all of the cargo has arrived safely::

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
CEO: No response so far?

Volon Colony says:
Comm: Necormancer: We are recieving you.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
COMM: Volon Command,  we have cargo soon ready to transport to your co-ordinates.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
::heads to the front area of the shuttle:: CTO: Anything suspicious down on the colony?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::smiles at the Admiral:: CO: Such as?

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
XO: I'm just getting back the results of the scan I did. ::checks the results::

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
::crosses his arms and waits for the info::

Volon Colony says:
Comm: Necromancer: Beam down co-ordindates 172 mark 4.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: You tell me.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
*CMO*: Mr Powers, is the cargo ready?

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
XO: All seems to be normal down there, except for everyone being sick.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::gets up from the container and stands in front of him:: Admiral: Well you seem to have found everything out yourself, Kyle.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: I'm trying to be diplomatic about this.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Commander Volon Command ready to receive cargo

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
::nods in acknowledment:: CTO: Well the trip here was uneventful. Hopefully the return trip will be the same.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::nods, then leans in close to the XO:: XO: Hey, Ky, I'm really sorry about earlier. I didn't realize I hitting a sore spot...

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
*CMO*: Mr Powers? We are ready to commence transport of the supplies.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::shakes her head:: Admiral: I'm sorry, Kyle, but someone who digs into my personal life without asking certainly gives me grounds to get my back up. I'm not trying to be difficult about this, but you're not making it easy for me.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Punches the transport coordinates into the transporter computer::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
*XO*: Yes we are sir. Everything looks alright back here.

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
CTO: It's done Jon. It was just done in front of someone that...::lets his voice trails off::

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
*CMO*: Acknowledged..

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
CEO: Cmdr. Jarek. Commence transport

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Commander, Acknowledge my last.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::frowns:: XO: Well....anyways, can you share what's going back there?

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Sorry sir. Acknowledged.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: Fair enough, Kathleen.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
COMM: Volon Command ...Transport commencing

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Begins transport::

Host XO_Cmdr_Storal says:
CTO: She's been relieved.. that's all I can say Jon.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::sighs and nods::

Volon Colony says:
Comm: Necromancer: Receiving the cargo now, thank you Necromancer.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
COMM: Volon Command...Acknowledged

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
Admiral: So did you really have to relieve me of command to do this? You've got my crew asking questions now. Questions they don't need to be asking, especially when we have a job to do...

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
::turns to Naegle and smiles :: OPS:  By the way, did you get my reservations confirmed?  :: snickers ::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: I've thought about that.....I might have acted alittle hasty.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
::grins:: CIV: Why, yes, Lieutenant.  That was a table for two, right?

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: I'm re-instating you but...

Host XO_Storal says:
OPS: Janet. Notify Starfleet that Captain Linard has been temporarily relived of command.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO* Transport complete Commander

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::waits for the "but" to go on::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: Commander Storal is being transferred to the Indigo.

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
:: chuckles :: OPS: Nope, I'm solo.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::gives of a short cheer before quickly covering it up with a cough and getting back to work.::

Host XO_Storal says:
CEO: Acknowledged Commander.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
XO: Aye, Sir. ::decides not to ask questions, but obeys the command::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
Admiral: Why?

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*Raidon*: Admiral...Transport complete.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
CIV: Well, you'll have an empty seat in case you meet someone. ::grins::

Host XO_Storal says:
*Raidon*: The supplies have been delivered and we are awaiting orders Sir.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: They are in need of a Captain, and Commander Storal is the best available.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
*XO*: Acknowledged. And thank you.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
Admiral: Don't you think he should be asked first?

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
:: chuckles :: OPS:  I appreciate that.  Thanks! :: winks ::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: This comes from above me Kathleen.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Are we to remain in orbit sir?

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::checks that all the cargo has been transported before returning to the cockpit::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: CIV: Not a problem.

Host XO_Storal says:
CEO: For now. I have no idea what Raidon is going to do.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Acknowledged

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::shakes her head:: Admiral: It doesn't matter. I was asked to take command of the Apache, I didn't have it thrust at me. I would think that every Starfleet officer should have that right, Admiral. And if it comes from above you, surely they would know that too.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
::hands the PADD with the memo from Admiral Fraser:: CO: See for yourself.

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
:: looks back down at the screen and reviews the course of the plasma storm before it dissappated ::

Host XO_Storal says:
*Raidon*: Should we break orbit Sir?

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
*XO*: Proceed to the last known area of the scientist shuttle.

Host XO_Storal says:
*Raidon*: Aye

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
*XO*: Captain Linard has been re-instated to Command

Host XO_Storal says:
CEO: Plot a course to the last known location of the scientist's shuttle.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::looks at the padd:: Admiral: I'm seeing it but I'm not buying it, Kyle. This isn't protocol. Captain is a big responsibility and should be taken only when the officer feels he is ready. ::hands him back the padd::

Host XO_Storal says:
*Raidon*: Acknowledged. I'll have Cmdr. Naegle notify Starfleet.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO:  It's a temp spot, he will return to the Apache, I promise.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::sits down with a look of shock on his face from what he had just overheard::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Acknowledged, setting course 217 mark 16.

Host XO_Storal says:
::shrugs at OPS:: OPS: You heard the man Janet. Tell Starfleet that he has reinstated Captain Linard.

Host XO_Storal says:
CEO: Engage warp 4...

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Warp 4 acknowledged.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
::shakes head:: XO: Aye, Aye, Sir.  ::sends the message . . . bewildering as it is::

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::glances at the back of the shuttle then to the XO::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Ingages warp engines

Host XO_Storal says:
::places a hand on the CTO's shoulder:: CTO: It's ok Jon. I'll tell you later.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
*XO*: Captain Linard needs to speak with you.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
Admiral: Well you didn't tell me that part....

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
XO: If you don't mind my saying so sir, this is confusing.

Host XO_Storal says:
OPS: To you and me both Janet..

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::nods:: XO: This is getting pretty complicated.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
::extends his hand::  CO: Forgive me?

Host XO_Storal says:
*Raidon*: Acknowledged on my way..

Host XO_Storal says:
CTO: Once again you have the conn. ::grins::

Host XO_Storal says:
::turns and walks back to the cargo hold::

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::chuckles::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
CTO: Do you get the feeling we're all playing musical chairs, Commander?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::looks down at his hand then up at him again.... taking his hand and slowly shaking it:: Admiral: For now...::smirks::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO* Commander ..we are nearing the demilitarized zone sir...last known section of the science vessel.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: Thank you.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
OPS: Yeah, too bad that wasn't what I signed up for. ::grins::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Shall we initiate wide scan sensors?

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::checks the tactical sensors::

Host XO_Storal says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged. Hold position until Admiral Raidon gives further orders. Initate sector scanning.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CO: I'll let you two be alone ::walks to the front compartment of the shuttle::

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
CEO: Do that, and ready an escape course out of here just in case.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
CTO: Me either, sir.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::shakes the look of shock from his face::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
CTO: That has already been calculated Commander.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::nods and watches him leave waiting for the XO to enter::

Host XO_Storal says:
::nods to the Admiral as they pass each other::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Begins sector scan::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Brings Necromancer to all stop::

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::nods at the CEO, then turns his attention back to the tactical systems::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
::goes back to monitoring communications traffic::

Host XO_Storal says:
::enters the cargo hold:: CO: You might as well make this your ready room...

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO* Holding position and scanning sir

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
:: reviews sensor readings during the plasma storm as it followed the Apache ::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::takes a seat on the empty cargo container:: XO: Yeah, but I don't think my Bravarian fig tree would survive... not enough lighting...:;grins::

Host XO_Storal says:
::chuckles as he leans against a container:: CO: What happened?

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO*: Initial scans are negative sir.

Host XO_Storal says:
::taps his combadge:: *CEO*: Acknowledged Cmdr. Jarek. If you find anything on sensors let me know.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::shrugs and shakes her head:: Admiral: He gave me back the ship and made it quite clear that he knows about us... ::grins:: but not everything...

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::checks his tactical sensors:: *CO*: Captain, I've just got the trail of the science vessel. It leads to a Class Y planet deep in the Umoth system.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
*XO* Acknowledged

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: Well it took him long enough. ::chuckles:: What doesn't he know?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
*CTO*: The science vessel from Betazed?

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
*CO*: That's what it appears to be. Shall we take a closer look?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
XO: Well he's quite clever at figuring these things out, I think I'll leave it to him, but I also told him that I didn't really like him getting into my personal life. It has never affected the crew or how I Command the Apache, nor will it ever.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::checks his med kit::

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: Well we work hard to keep them from conflicting. But something tells me that wasn't why you wanted to talk to me.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
*CTO*: Have Commander Jarek plot a course and engage, Commander.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Does not like the word "Demon"

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
*CO*: Aye, captain.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::smiles sadly:: XO: Now who's the telepath? You know me well Imzadi....

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
OPS: Contact SF and let them know we are entering the de-militarized zone on a rescue attempt.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::turns to CEO:: CEO: Set a course to follow the trail, warp 1.

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
::looks at the storm path once more and thinks to herself, "This reminds me of being a kid in Oklahoma with all those tornadoes"::

Host XO_Storal says:
::kneels in front of her and places a hand on her knee:: CO: Ahkayah...what is it?

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Turns to the CTO and nods::

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
CTO: Keep scans active for the Cardassians.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
XO: You've been temporarily assigned to the USS Indigo as her Commanding officer.

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::nods at the admiral::

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
::Sets course and engages at warp 1::

CTO_Cmdr_Yeung says:
::readies all weapons and shields::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
Raidon: Yes, sir. ::contacts Starfleet and gives them the information::

Host XO_Storal says:
::his eyes darken:: CO: Why?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::shakes her head:: XO: He only said that she was in need of a Captain and you were the best available.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
::imagines the Starfleet Computers going keflewy from all the Comms from the Necromancer::

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
*CO*: Captain, I've reviewed the sensor logs of the plasma storm's path. It just came out of nowhere and went back there apparently.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
Raidon: Incomming message from Starfleet Command, Admiral.

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: But what about her first officer?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
*CIV*: Acknowledged Lieutenant. CEO: All stop Commander.

CEO_Cmndr_Jarek says:
CO: All stop sir.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
XO: He didn't say anything about that.... he has the padd with the details if you want to see it.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
OPS: Inform the Captain.

CIV_Ltjg_Telgar says:
:: nods and turns back to LRS ::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
*CO* Captain Linard, incoming message from Starfleet Command.

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: Well she is a Nova class ship ::takes the PADD and reads it:: This is from top brass. I have to.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::nods:: XO: Don't remind me....

Host XO_Storal says:
::sighs:: CO: When do I leave Sir?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
*OPS*: Put it through here....

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
*CO*: Aye, sir. ::punches the buttons:: You should be receiving it now, sir.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::gets up and heads to a console:: XO: When we arrive back at Starbase 366, I believe...

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
ACTION:  SF logo lights up a small screen in the bay.

Host XO_Storal says:
::nods:: CO: Well at least my things are packed. ::chuckles::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::hits the console and waits for the message to cut in as she shoots the XO a "Don't rub it in" look::

Starfleet Command says:
Com: Linard: Orders from Crenshaw Captain. Proceed to 218 mark 12 and rendevous with the USS Indigo.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::reads with interest the message that comes in::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::turns and looks at the XO:: XO: Scratch that... looks like you're going sooner than you think.

Host XO_Storal says:
::reads over her shoulder:: CO: It appears so...

Starfleet Command says:
Com: Linard: They will search the Umoth System.

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::raises her eyebrows::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::sighs and looks at the XO:: XO: Watch for that Plasma storm won't you?

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: You mean I'm going back?

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
XO: Well, Lieutenant Telgar just told me it appeared on sensors again in the Umoth system

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: Well they wanted the Starfleet's former best CSO for the job. Who am I to say no? ::grins::

Host CO_Cpt_Linard says:
::smiles sadly at him:: XO: Just come back in one piece, Imzadi.... for us...::takes his hand and places it on her tummy linking minds with him so he can feel the boys presence::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Naegle says:
::wonders what was in the communique from Command and what it means to the ship::

Host XO_Storal says:
CO: Well like I told you before, I don't think the Prophets would lead us this far.. only to separate us now. I'll be back. Nothing will keep me away.

Host RAdm_Raidon says:
ACTION: The Necromancer docks with the USS Indigo and Commander Storal transfers over.

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