USS Apache
Mission #190
"Love Bites"
Stardate 10310.10

Prologue: The USS Apache has been in SB for the past 24 hours, restocking and clearing up all loose ends pertaining to the "Reg" incident. Her Captain has recieved new mission orders and the Apache is getting ready to disembark.

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CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: walks onto the bridge ::

Host CO_Storal says:
::sitting in the command chair looking over the mission orders::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::on the bridge, seated at the helm::

XO_Naegle says:
::walks onto the bridge and over to her chair::

OPS_Kirok says:
::at ops playing around with his controls::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Good morning Janet. Have all departments checked in?

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: walks to her station ::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::is in her quarters on the Apache in her office, getting ready for the Captain's meeting::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Aye, sir. All departments report ready.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::in engineering stowing the rest of the fusion generators she ordered to be brought aboard::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::slips into her first maternity uniform after having given up on trying to get her previous one to fit::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::leaving sickbay for the captain's meeting::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: looks over the reports and then grabs a PADD and heads for the meeting ::

Host CO_Storal says:
OPS:Mr Kirok, contact SB OPS and request departure clearance.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Did you enjoy the downtime? I know I did.

OPS_Kirok says:
::contacts the sbops::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::powers up the thrusters and prepares to leave once SB clears the Apache::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I did indeed. ::whispers:: Did you and Kathleen spend any time together?

SB Ops says:
COM: OPS: Can we help you Apache?

OPS_Kirok says:
COM: SBOPS: Permission for departure OPS please.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Of course, we had dinner together last night. ::chuckles::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::exits TL and enters the bridge::

SB Ops says:
COM: OPS: Permission granted. Docking bay opening momentarily. You may leave when ready. Starbase out.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*CO*: Sir engineering is manned and ready. Warp engines are at 105% and able to go to 115% if necessary. Weapons are at 105% and able to go to 110% if necessary. Shields are currently at 110% and I can push them to 120% if I have do.  All extra fusion reactors are aboard and being installed as we speak.

OPS_Kirok says:
CO: We are cleared.

XO_Naegle says:
::smiles:: CO: Good. I'm glad to hear it.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*FCO*: Please let me know when we are cleared so I can go to full ships power.

Host CO_Storal says:
OPS: Thank you Mr. Kirok. FCO: Take us out Ensign.

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: CO: I guess Engineering is ready!!

Host CO_Storal says:
::chuckles:: XO: It seems so.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::turns and gives the orders to go to ships power and drop all external umbilicals::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CO: Aye, captain. ::accesses the docking clamp controls:: Releasing docking clamps...

OPS_Kirok says:
CO: You're welcome Captain.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*Bridge*: We are now on internal ships power.

FCO_Ilianor says:
*ACEO*: We are cleared now, in fact.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*FCO*: At you discression FCO:

FCO_Ilianor says:
::activates the thrusters:: CO: Taking us out on full thrusters. ::guides the Apache towards the gates::

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: Once we clear the Starbase, set course for the Slorev system...warp 5.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CO: Aye, captain. ::squeezes the Apache through the tight doors, and proceeds to set a course for the Slorev system:: Warp 5, aye.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::frowns at her growing appearance and sighs as she picks up her things and heads for the meeting::

EO T'Krel says:
ACEO: Ma'am all fusion reactors are installed and have had their diagnostics run and are checked out.

Host CO_Storal says:
CMO: John, how did you like your little stint in the big chair?

XO_Naegle says:
CMO: Yes, John. Please tell..

FCO_Ilianor says:
::takes the ship to warp 5:: CO: We are now at warp 5, travelling towards Slorev, Captain.

Host CO_Storal says:
::nods in acknowledgement to the FCO::

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
EO_T'Kerl: Understood and thank you. Please bring reactors 8-11 on hot standby.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
CO/XO: I really enjoyed it. I hope you will let me do it again some time if I promise not to get the ship destroyed.

Host CO_Storal says:
::chuckles:: CMO: You never know...

OPS_Kirok says:
:: checks the power systems::

XO_Naegle says:
CO/CMO: I think that can be arranged, John.  We've been looking for ways to put you in more command style positions.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::gets into the TL:: TL: Deck 2.

Host CO_Storal says:
*RAdm*: Admiral Linard, we are enroute to the Slorev system.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*CO*: Sir engineering is ready for anything, as a matter of fact, the entire ship is ready. I have had fusion reactors 8-11 brought to hot standby just to be safe.

XO_Naegle says:
::smiles at the words "Admiral Linard"::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
*CO*: Acknowledged, I'm on my way to the conference lounge... see you there..

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
XO: I look forward to my next opportunity then.

FCO_Ilianor says:
::sits back and starts chewing on his nails as the ship is steadied and well on her way::

XO_Naegle says:
CMO: I just hope it's not due to injury to myself and the captain!

Host CO_Storal says:
*ACEO*: Acknowledged. Storal out.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::turning to her staff and smiles as she watches them do their work::

Host CO_Storal says:
*RAdm*: Acknowledged on my way.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: So, shall we go?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::feels the lift slow and exits on deck 2::

OPS_Kirok says:
::relaxes in his seat and wonders about the stars::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: sits in the lounge, looking over the PADDs. ::

Host CO_Storal says:
*ALL*: Captain Storal to all Senior officers. You are all to head to the Conference Lounge. There will be a briefing in 5 minutes.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: After you. ::grins::

XO_Naegle says:
::walks to the turbolift:: CO: Thank you, sir.

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*CO*: That includes me as well?

FCO_Ilianor says:
*Ens. Tucker* Please report to the bridge to take over the helm.

OPS_Kirok says:
::heads toward the TL::ALL:Hold the lift for me.

Host CO_Storal says:
*ACEO*: That's right Ensign. Even you. ::chuckles::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::follows the CO and XO to the conference lounge::

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
*CO*: Understood sir.  On my way.

Host CO_Storal says:
::heads to the conference lounge::

FCO Tucker says:
FCO: Aye, sir. On my way. ::hurries out of the mess hall and straight for the turbolift::

OPS_Kirok says:
::gets in the lift::

Host CO_Storal says:
CMO: John, have you ever thought about transfering out of Sickbay?

OPS_Kirok says:
Computer: Deck 2.

Host CO_Storal says:
CMO: Don't get me wrong. I'm not insinuating that you should.. I'm just curious.

FCO Tucker says:
::steps into the turbolift:: Turbolift: Bridge. ::tugs on his shirt and brushes back his hair::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::enters the Conference lounge and begins to set things up. Heads to the computer and begins punching up the specs on the mission::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::saves his settings and resets the console::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
CO: I've thought about it, but then I wouldn't get called doctor. ::smiles::

OPS_Kirok says:
::heads out of the lift into the conference room::

Host CO_Storal says:
::laughs at the CMO's statements::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: He has a point. ::chuckles::

FCO Tucker says:
::exits onto the bridge and walks towards the helm:: FCO: Sir.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO/CMO: Indeed

OPS_Kirok says:
::enters the conference room::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
XO: Don't you miss it Janet...err... Sir?

FCO_Ilianor says:
Tucker: Thanks. ::gets up from his seat and hurries towards the turbolift:: Turbolift: Deck 2, Conference Lounge.

Host CO_Storal says:
::enters the lounge:: RAdm: Morning Admiral..

ACEO_T`Lar_Bishara says:
EO T'Krel: You have engineering I am off to a briefing. If anything pops up com me imediately.

XO_Naegle says:
::nods to the Admiral:: CMO: I miss it some, but I love my bridge job.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles at her husband:: CO: Captain...

FCO Tucker says:
::frowns as he works with the console, and notes the ship's course::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::steps out of the turbolift and into the conference lounge, where he takes his seat::

FCO_Ilianor says:
RAdm: Admiral. ::tips his head::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: nods as the CO, XO and Admiral walk in ::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles and nods at the FCO and CTO as they walk in::

OPS_Kirok says:
::takes a seat::

Host CO_Storal says:
::walks over and take his seat.::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::winks at the XO::

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO: Morning Lieutenant.

XO_Naegle says:
::smiles at the Admiral:: RAdm: How are you doing, Ma'am?

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::smiles at Kathleen:: RAdm: Sir.

OPS_Kirok says:
::relaxes in his chair::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
CO: Good Morning, Sir. How was your shore leave?

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
Linard:  And a good day to you Admiral.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles at the CMO:: CMO: Hello, Doctor. Didn't get you out of sickbay too early did we?

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO: It was great thank you. ::grins:: How was yours?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::grins at the CTO:: CTO: Hello Sharra, how's Lathon?

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: smiles and blushes:: CO: It was fantastic.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
RAdm: No sir. ::smiles:: I like to stretch my legs a bit.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
Linard: He is doing great Kathleen. He said to tell you hello. :: smiles ::

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks around and sees that all the senior officers are present::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
CTO: Send him my best too, won't you?

Host CO_Storal says:
RAdm:Sir everyone is here if you would like to begin...

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::nods:: ALL: If I can have your attention, please?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::stands at the head of the table::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::turns to watch the Admiral::

XO_Naegle says:
::turns toward the Admiral::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles at them:: ALL: It doesn't surprise me that you all succeeded in your last mission. This crew has never ceases to amaze me.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: listens to the Admiral ::

Host CO_Storal says:
::sits down in his chair::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: Before we begin our formalities, there are a few items of business that we need to take care of... ::looks to the CO:: CO: Captain Storal... if you'd like to join me...

Host CO_Storal says:
::stands and walks over to the RAdm::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::hands the CO a small box:: FCO: Ensign Baranephelion Ilianor to the front please... ::smiles at him::

FCO_Ilianor says:
RAdm: Aye, admiral. ::stands and approaches the front::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the box, turns and looks at the young Ensign:: FCO: Mr. Illanor, In the short time that you have been a member of the Apache. You have never made me doubt the faith that I have placed in you.

FCO_Ilianor says:
::smiles, blushes slightly and looks down at his feet for a second, then looks back up::

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: For exemplary performance in your dutes as Senior Flight Officer, I am pleased to promote you to Lt. JG effective immediatly.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::begins to applaud::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the pip out of the box and places it on the FCO's collar::

XO_Naegle says:
::smiles and applauds:: FCO: Way to go, Baran!

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: applaudes ::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::applauds::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::smiles:: CO: Thank you, captain. ::smiles at the rest of the senior staff::

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: Your welcome, Lieutenant. It's well deserved.

TO_On`tan`ek says:
::sits quitely in the back of the room and applauds::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles as she watches the FCO sit down and hands the CO another box:: CMO: Lieutenant John Powers to the front please..

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the box, turns and glares at the CMO::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::returns to his seat, trying to contain his glee::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::heads up to the front and stops applauding::

OPS_Kirok says:
::watches with excitement::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::feels uneasy at the glare::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::looks to the CO and her smile fades::

XO_Naegle says:
::wonders what's going on::

Host CO_Storal says:
CMO: Mr. Powers... you have been reprimanded time and time again for your actions while you have been on the Apache. You have disobeyed several orders and have even been placed on report recently...On that charge ::his face begins to show anger::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::hopes he's not getting another pip taken from him::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: looks at the scene and wonders what the good Doctor has done to merit displeasure ::

Host CO_Storal says:
CMO: ::his face suddenly changes to a grin:: I have dismissed it.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: smiles ::

XO_Naegle says:
::wants to throw something at the CO, but can't find anything handy::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::breathes a sigh of relief::

Host CO_Storal says:
CMO: Your performance as of late has been outstanding and your work ethic and commitment to your job has not gone unnoticed.

Host CO_Storal says:
::opens the box and removes a pip:: CMO: Lieutenant Powers I herby promote you to Lieutenant Commander, effective immediatly. My the Prophets have mercy on your soul. ::laughs and places the pip on his collar::

XO_Naegle says:
::laughs and applauds::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: applauds ::

OPS_Kirok says:
::chuckles::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::applauds::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
::sighs again and smiles::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::laughs and claps his shoulder:: CMO: Congratulations, John....

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::applauds::

TO_On`tan`ek says:
::applauds::

Host CO_Storal says:
::applauds:: CMO: Keep up the good work Commander.

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
CO/RAdm: Thank you.

XO_Naegle says:
::stands up:: CMO: Way to go, Doc!

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
CO: Will do sir. Turns and goes back to where he was::

CMO_Lt_Powers says:
XO: Thanks.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::looks at the CTO:: CTO: Lt. Sharra Telgar-Nash to the front please?

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: blinks :: Self:  Great....what did I do?

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: moves to the front :: CO: Aye Sir.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::hands the CO a flat silver box::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the box,turns and looks at the CTO:: CTO:Mr. Telgar-Nash. You have shown a level of commitment and dedication that I haven't seen in a Chief Tactical Officer. As a result, there isn't a conflict that this ship can get out of, or any battle that we can not win.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: blushes and blinks  ::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
CO: Thank you for the vote of confidence Captain.

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO: I am pleased and honored to present you with the Starfleet Distinguished Service Medal.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles and applauds:: CTO: Well done, Sharra.... congratulations...

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: drops her jaw :: CO: Th..th..thank you sir. :: stares in disbelief ::

XO_Naegle says:
::smiles as Sharra gets her medal:: CTO: Bravo!

CMO_Powers says:
::applauds::

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
Linard:  Thank you Ma`am.

Host CO_Storal says: 
::applauds:: CTO: Your welcome, I can pinch you if you don't believe it.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: breaks into a huge grin :: CO:  No sir, that won't be necessary.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::laughs::

TO_On`tan`ek says:
::grins abd applauds::

TO_On`tan`ek says:
<and>

Host CO_Storal says:
All: Now that the pleasantries are over with..its time to get to work ::turns to the Admiral:: Its all yours Sir.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: accepts the medal and walks back to her seat ::  Self:  Whoa!

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: Thank you Captain.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::heads to the console on the wall:: ALL: We're heading to a region of space just outside the Iama system

Host RAdm_Linard says:
All: We'll be helping a race of people called the Ulandians. This planet, Slorev III, is fairly new to them since their old planet was destroyed by thier dying star.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: They are pre-warp, but they have had contact with the Federation before.... you'll see information on this on the data padds in front of you... ::motions::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: Captain Storal, I'm assuming you will have an away team set up by the time we reach there?

OPS_Kirok says:
::picks up a pad::

CMO_Powers says:
::pics up the padd and quickly scan reads it::

Host CO_Storal says:
RAdm: Aye Sir.

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: looks over her PADD ::

TO_On`tan`ek says:
::reads the PADD and frowns::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: As you can see, there are some problems on the southern continent in the new colony there. The details as to what this problem is are not clear. The Ulandans weren't specific.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: We will be arriving there in approximately 19 hours so prepare yourselves accordingly.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: Any questions?

OPS_Kirok says:
ADM/CO: Can we increase warp to warp 8 to get there faster?

CMO_Powers says:
RAdm: How much contact are we able to have with the Ulandans?

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: shakes her head and begins to plan out her security detail ::

XO_Naegle says:
::reads over her PADD and prepares for an away mission mentally::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
CMO: Well, the Federation has moved them to this planet so they are aware of us. Full contact is allowable here...

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: Their communications protocols are still somewhat primitive... but they are fine by Starfleet...

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: listens intently ::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: Okay then.... dismissed.... ::nods at them all:: You know what you have to do....

CTO_Telgar-Nash says:
:: nods and stands to leave then turns to the Admiral and CO ::  Admiral/CO:  Thank you both....for ......everything.

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