USS Apache
Mission #213
"Lost & Found"
10404.02

Prologue: The USS Apache makes her way back to SB 366 after having forwarded all data and reports from their experiences with the Romulans. They have heard back from Rear Admiral Linard who has asked to meet with the Command Crew as soon as docking and arranged a reception in the main lounge so that the crew may relax and enjoy themselves

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Host CO_Storal says:
::sits in his chair on the bridge:: FCO: What's our ETA to SB 366?

XO_Naegle says:
::on the bridge, after a nice night with Armen::

CSO_Marsland says:
::on the bridge::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::on the bridge, inspecting his nails while he maneuvers the Apache into position:: CO: Five minutes to contact, sir.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I can't wait to get back to the Starbase after this crazy mission!

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Agreed. ::grins:: I want to put this mission far behind us.

CNS_Solaa says:
::in the turbolift going to the Bridge::

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: Good, once you get clearance, take us in.

CNS_Solaa says:
::steps out of the turbolift and walks to her chair:: CO/XO: Whew! Home sweet home at last!

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Me too, sir.  Me too.

XO_Naegle says:
CNS: Hello Counselor.

Host CO_Storal says:
CSO:Even though we are the only ones that know what happened, you may want to file a report with Starfleet Sciences. Your information may be helpful in several different fields.

Action: The crew take in the welcome sight of SB 366 as she sits comfortably in space. To the crew, she looks like a ray of sunshine after the pouring rain.

CNS_Solaa says:
::smiles:: XO: Good afternoon, Commander! ::sits down::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CO: Aye, sir. We already have it. I'm taking us in, half thrusters.

CSO_Marsland says:
::turns to the CO:: CO: Aye Sir, I'll get right on that.

Action: The doors open readily and take the Apache into it's depths.

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS:Well we arent home yet. But it wont be a moment too soon. ::grins::

XO_Naegle says:
CNS: How are things down in the counseling office?

FCO_Ilianor says:
::sighs, as he looks at the SB366 - really, the starbase, not some... emptiness of space...::

CNS_Solaa says:
::laughs:: XO: Surprisingly, I haven't had many patients. I've been visiting sickbay and all seems well enough in there, but mostly I'm letting my junior counselors get some experience, you know?

FCO_Ilianor says:
CO: I'm maneuvering the Apache into berth 3, sir; once in place, I'll transfer control to SB operations.

Host CO_Storal says:
*ALL*: Once the ship docks, you are to secure stations and all officers are to report to the main conference lounge aboard the station. RAdm. Linard has requested a meeting.

XO_Naegle says:
CNS: I understand. When I was in your position, I put one junior counselor in charge of another one. She had some emotional issues.

CNS_Solaa says:
XO: Mmm. Thankfully, I don't have any problems. My staff is wonderful and I'm actually learning from them.

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: Good work Lieutenant, I had hoped that you still remembered docking proceedures after being out in space for so long. ::grins::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::gently nudges the Apache closer towards the inner bulkhead:: COM: SB366 OPS: This is the Apache, transferring helm control over to you now. Acknowledge...

Host CO_Storal says:
*ALL*: All other officers are cleared for general leave.
FCO_Ilianor says:
CO: No worries, captain. ::grins:: I'm just glad to be back, to be honest...

XO_Naegle says:
CNS: Wondeful.

SB 366 OPS says:
COM: FCO: Acknowledged Apache. We'll take it from here, you should be free to disembark in 5 minutes. Welcome back.

CSO_Marsland says:
::transfers all sensor data over to the Starbase, and runs a diagnostic on his station before setting it up to be secured::

CNS_Solaa says:
::leans back in her chair putting her arms behind her head:: XO: So glad to be back.

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: We all are Baran. We all are.

XO_Naegle says:
CNS: Me too.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I think it's a general consensus that we're glad to be home.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CO: Starbase has acknowledged that they have helm control, and we should be ready to disembark in about five minutes. In the meantime, I am securing the helm.

Host CO_Storal says:
::nods in agreement to the XO:: FCO: Good.

CNS_Solaa says:
CO: Captain, will the Apache be refitted?

CNS_Solaa says:
CO: It obviously needs work done on it...

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: No, not this time. At least, I haven't recieved any word. Repairs, yes, and hopefully some new crew.

CSO_Marsland says:
CO: Sir, Science reports all is secure.  We're ready to secure here on the bridge as well Sir.

Host CO_Storal says:
CSO: Acknowledged. *ALL*: All officers are cleared to disembark at your ready.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::gets up from her desk as she watches the Apache drift into her docking ring:: Cervantes: Angel, I'm heading down to the docking ring to greet the Captain. I'll be in the main lounge if you need me....

Angel Cervantes says:
::grins smugly at the Admiral:: Linard: Yes Admiral... emergencies only?

CSO_Marsland says:
::types in his lockout codes, and secures the Science station on the bridge:: *Science*: All personnel, be careful on leave. Don't miss the Apache when we pull back out, and above all else.. have fun. You deserve it.  Marsland out.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::winks at her:: Cervantes: Emergencies only.... ::waddles out into the hall::

Host CO_Storal says:
:secures his console and heads for the turbo lift::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Well, I'm ready!  I told Armen to go and have fun.  I would meet him later.

XO_Naegle says:
::follows the CO to the turbolift::

CNS_Solaa says:
::stands up and follows suit::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: That's good. How did he handle the whole experience?

CSO_Marsland says:
::follows the XO into the turbolift::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::takes the open lift to the lower promenade and heads for the Apache's docking ring::

CSO_Marsland says:
::listens to the XO and CO talk::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::stands up, and pushes his seat against his console:: CNS: Feels good to be back, doesn't it? ::whines, as he scratches his nailtips::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Pretty well.  The only two times he was really scared were right after we landed on the planet, and when the Romulans attacked the encampment.

XO_Naegle says:
::turns to the CSO:: CSO: What are your plans, Tom?

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Oh definately!

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: I'm glad that he is well.

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Not sure, Janet. Thinking about a nice leisurely dinner tonight, but just taking it easy tonight. How about you? If you're free I'd love for you to join me.

Host CO_Storal says:
::exits the turbolift and heads down the walkway to the starbase.::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::stands near the docking ring and greets the crew as they disembark, waiting anxiously to see her husband::

Host CO_Storal says:
~~~RAdm: I see you down there. ::grins:: Boy I have been gone a long time.~~~

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: I might have a meeting. But, if not, I'll join you for dinner.

XO_Naegle says:
::walking slightly behind the CO::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: To be honest, I'm a little curious as to why the admiral is calling a meeting so... so soon, right after we return... I'm sure I'll feel uncomfortable, but I guess that's fine... oh, and I've started babbling again, darn it, my nails are starting to tear.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
~~~CO: Well to me, you've only been gone a day.... still it seems like an eternity... welcome home~~~

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Sounds good!  I really hope to see you there. ::walks along with the XO behind the CO.. seeing the Admiral waiting::

Action: As the crew finds their way onto the station, they eagerly make for the lounge to grab a bite to eat and meet with friends.

CNS_Solaa says:
::laughs:: FCO: It's fine. Just, go with it I guess.

Host CO_Storal says:
::walks over and gives his wife a big kiss and a hug:: RAdm: Every second seems like a year sometimes.  ::grins:: How are you?

XO_Naegle says:
::stops to see if she's needed for anything right away before joining Tom for dinner::

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: I'll follow you, Baran

XO_Naegle says:
RAdm: Admiral!  It's good to see you.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::snuggles into her husband as much as her big belly will allow as she kisses him back:: CO: We're holding up..

CSO_Marsland says:
::walks to a corner of the lounge after grabbing a plate of spaghetti to eat::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::walks into the conference room:: CNS: Sure thing, I could use the company. ::winks:: Ooh! Food! Replicated. But food... ::walks over to the various set-ups::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
XO: It's good to see you too, Janet... I hear you had your hands full... ::shakes her head::.. things are never dull for the Apache are they? ::walks off with her husband and XO to the lounge::

XO_Naegle says:
RAdm: Never dull, Admiral. Never dull!

Host CO_Storal says:
RAdm: I wish I could say that everything went well, but im sure you read the report.

CNS_Solaa says:
::grabs a plate and fills it up:: Self: Yes, SO good to be back!

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::nods:: XO/CO: I did... and was quite surprised at what you went through... time distortions are so funny to try and comprehend... I just don't bother sometimes...

CSO_Marsland says:
::Eats his food in silence, staring at the beauty of the Apache lying in its berth outside the window::

Host CO_Storal says:
::laughs:: RAdm: Well when your knee deep in it.. you have to.

XO_Naegle says:
RAdm/CO: The Romulans are up to no good, I tell you.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: I should have brought my pet along, he (she?) would have enjoyed new surroundings I think. ::carefully spoons some fried calamari and stir-fried scallops onto his plate::

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: What have you named it? It's just so cuuuute! ::makes "cute" face::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
XO: Well it's certainly raised eyebrows at Starfleet, let me tell you. They're going to double up patrols on the border over the next week. None of this sending off one ship to investigate...

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Well that may be true. But I'm actually worried about the Breen. They have been quiet since the war ended.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::looks at her husband:: CO: Don't speak too soon, Captain. You should be careful what you wish for.

CSO_Marsland says:
::goes over his thoughts in his mind, trying to come up with a suitable report on this time traveling nonsense for SF Science::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: ::smiles:: I'm not sure yet. I'm not so good with such things. When I was a child, I owned three tropical fish, in succession... and I named them ALL Grablenket. A popular name for a pet on Betazed. ::winks::

XO_Naegle says:
CO/RAdm: Oh, please, don't remind me of the Breen! ::chuckles:: I had enough of them early on in my Apache career!

CNS_Solaa says:
::frowns:: FCO: Grablenket? Hmm... that doesnt suit your rabbit at all...

Action: After a half hour has passed and the crew of the Apache are well fed as they watch the head of the room where Commander Naegle, Captain Storal and Rear Admiral Linard are standing.

CSO_Marsland says:
::finishes up his draft of his report and turns to watch the front of the room::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: I wonder what's going on. ::rubbing his still hungry tummy::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::steps up to the podium and looks out over the crew:: ALL: Welcome back Apache crew. From reading the reports Captain Storal has sent me, it seems you all have been through quite the ordeal.

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks out into the room at all of his officers::

CSO_Marsland says:
::thinks to self:: Self: You can say that again.

CNS_Solaa says:
::shrugs:: FCO: Who knows? ::takes a bite of her sandwich::

XO_Naegle says:
::Looks out at the crew who've been through so much::

Host RAdm_Linard says: 
ALL: But as I've always known, this crew pervails and never ceases to amaze me and the Apache's command crew ::motions to the CO and XO and
smiles widely:: Which brings me to the more pleasing part of this afternoon... ::looks down at the crowd:: Ensign Rynia Solaa, could you come to the podium please?

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: You never kno-- Huh? What? ME???

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::steps down from the podium and hands a small velvet box to the CO and nods for him to take over::

CSO_Marsland says:
::watches the young Ensign::

CNS_Solaa says:
::looks around for someone else::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::grins and whispers:: CNS: That's you! That's you! Get up there, girl!

CNS_Solaa says:
::gets up slowly, her face pink with embarrassment and happiness::

Action: Everyone is staring at the CNS and waits for her to get moving.

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks up to the podium::

Host CO_Storal says:
::nods to the RAdm.:: CNS: Ens. Solaa, since joining the ship you have had some trouble, but as of late you have really found your nitch.

CNS_Solaa says:
::smiles meekly at the CO::

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: But you have your work cut out for you. As counselor you may need counseling yourself after dealing with this crew. ::chuckles::

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles::

CSO_Marsland says:
::grins::

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: You have really proven yourself during this mission, and as with every great challenge. The reward is great as well.

CNS_Solaa says:
::is kinda confused and doesn't know what is about to happen::

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: I hereby promote you to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade with all the rights and privelages hereof. May the Prophets shine on the path that they laid before you.

Host CO_Storal says:
::opens the box and puts the new pip on her collar::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles at the CNS and begins to applaud::

CNS_Solaa says:
::clasps hand to her mouth in shock and surprise::

CSO_Marsland says:
::smiles, stands, and applauds loudly::

XO_Naegle says:
::applauds:: CNS: Congratulations, Lieutenant.

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: Well done Lieutenant.

FCO_Ilianor says:
::claps:: CNS: Whoo! You go, girl!

CNS_Solaa says:
RAdm/CO: I... I... thank you! So much!

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::shakes the CNS's hand:: CNS: You deserve it Lieutenant...

XO_Naegle says:
CO: We've rendered our normally talkative counselor speechless!

CNS_Solaa says:
::trembles with happiness:: RAdm: Thank you, sir!

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: It's a start Janet. ::laughs::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::looks out over the crowd again and smiles:: FCO: Baranaphelion Ilianor to the podium please?

CNS_Solaa says:
::grins wide::

CSO_Marsland says:
::claps the FCO on the back:: FCO: Go get 'em! That's all you!

FCO_Ilianor says:
::stands:: RAdm: Aye, sir! ::walks to the front, touching the CNS on the elbow to congratulate her again as he passes, then moves towards the podium:: CO: Sir!

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: Mr. Ilianor, even though you have lost your cool during past missions. You too, as well, have worked hard and proven yourself and lived up to the standard that we have expected from you.

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: But I'm afraid that I will be asking for your pip...

FCO_Ilianor says:
::blushes as he reminds everyone of his... losing his cool... he widens his eyes:: CO: Sir?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::lets her smile drop from her face as she senses her husband's purpose::

Host CO_Storal says:
FCO: So that I fill it. Congratulations Lieutenant. I hereby promote you to FULL Lieutanant with all the rights and priveledges hereof. Congratulations Baran. ::Grins and puts the full pip on his collar.::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::grins, and exhales:: CO: Thank you, sir!

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::grins widely and starts to applaud::

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: CO: Ky, you're going to give someone a heart attack!

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: I try ::laughs::

XO_Naegle says:
FCO: Congratulations, Baran!

CNS_Solaa says:
::laughs and claps::

CSO_Marsland says:
::applauds::

FCO_Ilianor says:
XO: Thank you, ma'am. ::smiles::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::steps up to the podium again as the Captain steps back::

CSO_Marsland says:
::sits, and waits to hear the Admiral speak again::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::heads back out towards the masses::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: It seems that we do have one more promotion to hand out, but I hear our Chief Tactical Officer is in sickbay at the moment. He will get his promotion to Lieutenant Junior grade as soon as we're finished here.

CNS_Solaa says:
Self: Wow! Everyone is getting a promotion!
FCO_Ilianor says:
::murmurs:: CNS: Oh, dear, is he alright?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
ALL: That's it for this afternoon, feel free to take this time to relax and enjoy yourselves. You will be on official leave for the next week until your next orders come from Headquarters. Dismissed.

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: He's fine, Baran. I went and saw him in sickbay.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::steps down from the podium and looks around the crowd, spotting the CSO and heading over to him::

CSO_Marsland says:
::sighs:: Self: Oh well, maybe next time. ::goes back to his corner in the lounge to watch the Apache while he finishes his report::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: Oh, well that's good to hear... wanna head out to merchants' square? Or whatever they have here?

CSO_Marsland says:
::sees the Admiral walk towards him, and stops::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: It's good to see the look of utter horror as I fool them before giving them thier promotion.

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Lets!

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::makes her way toward him with a padd in her hand and a small smile:: CSO: Lieutenant, may I have a word?

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Still, it's bad!  How would you like it if someone gave you a heart attack before giving you a promotion?

CSO_Marsland says:
RAdm: Yes, of course Admiral, what is it?

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: We've been away for so long... I need to spend extra time shopping... ::checks his pocket for his Federation credit cards:: CNS: Never leave home without 'em. ::grins::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Still, you have to admit it's good to give the system a shock every now and then. ::grins::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I suppose. I just hope you don't do that to me when it comes time for me to make, Captain!

Host RAdm_Linard says:
CSO: Well I noticed in the reports from Captain Storal, there were a few discrepancies while on the planet, one of them on your profile. You disobeyed direct orders? Is that true?

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Wow... shopping... now THAT is a foreign concept. I haven't been "shopping" since... well, since I left Trill!

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: I promise.. no shocking. ::grins::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: I'm sure you will do the same to your crew, when the time comes.

CSO_Marsland says:
::stands a little more rigid:: RAdm: In that I failed to follow the XO back to the campsite. Yes, I suppose it is, Admiral.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Probably. But I could never get as good a crew as we have here.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: Good heavens, girl! I can see you have much to learn. ::grins, and steps into the turbolift:: Turbolift: Promenade. ::winks at Rynn:: CNS: I've never been to Trill.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Well the Prophets have truly blessed us with this crew. I couldn't have asked for a better crew. Just remember.. It is important to push your crew. Know their breaking points. But just reward them just has hard.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Did you ever think we would make it this far in this short of a time, Ky?

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Really? I should take you! I've never been to Betazed! ::smiles::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Never. I thought I would be a blue suiter forever. ::grins::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I thought I'd be in sickbay forever!

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: Well, to be sure, I've barely been to Betazed, myself. ::winks:: I wasn't born there, and I've never lived there for longer than... oh, six months I guess.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Any regrets?

FCO_Ilianor says:
::clutches the sidebars as the turbolift speeds toward the commercial area::

XO_Naegle says:
::grins:: CO: None. you?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles:: CSO: Well, I found it hard to believe knowing your record. You're more than a capable officer and I don't fully agree with what was said in the reports.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: A few, but overall they arent major ones.

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Wow. I would think that would be strange for you... but many people these days grow up away from their home planet. I was fortunate. Trill is a wonderful place.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Like what, Ky?

CSO_Marsland says:
RAdm: Thank you Admiral. I fully accept responsibility for any actions that may come my way because of this. I believed, and still believe, Sir, that I was doing the right thing at the time.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: Home planet... ::grunts:: My home is and always will be Starbase 218. ::grins::

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Where is that? Which sector?

Host CO_Storal says:
::sits down in a chair:: XO: A few orders or actions that I should have done differently. Even though the mission was a success, I should have done things different.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles:: CSO: Yes, I realize that. I can't ignore the fact that you disobeyed an order, but what you did for the crew outweighs that. ::hands him a padd:: That's why I'm giving you and official Admiral's commendation on your record.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: On this mission, I would have to agree with you.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: But the important thing during times like these. Is to learn from them and try not to look like an idiot the next time.

CSO_Marsland says:
RAdm: Thank you Sir. That means a lot to me. Any suggestions for next time?

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: To be sure, it's not near... anything. ::grins:: But do you know where the Bersallis system is? I suppose that's one of the neighbouring systems.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::smiles and pats his arm:: CSO: Sure... try not to disobey an order...

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: Oh, Yes!

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I'll . . . try . . .not to look like an idiot

CSO_Marsland says:
RAdm: Even if it's wrong?

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: You were fine Janet.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Thanks, Ky.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: You did nothing wrong. You're a fine command officer. Don't forget that.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: ::grins:: It may have been in the middle of nowhere... but somehow the shops managed to always be stocked with the latest from Earth, Andor, Betazed, Berengaria. ::winks, and steps out of the turbolift, revealing a lively strip of mall::

XO_Naegle says:
::blushes:: CO: Gee, thanks, Ky.  I really appreciate that, coming from you.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::looks at him carefully:: CSO: I trust you can answer that one, Mr. Marsland... ::turns away, then turns back for a moment::... Oh and just so you know... you're time is coming too.... ::smiles and walks away::

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