USS Apache
Mission #227, Episode 2
"The Blood for Freedom"
Stardate 10408.06

Prologue: The crew of the USS Apache are currently getting ready to meet with the delegates (all 15 of them) for a formal dinner. Tables have been laid out to a beautiful formal setting and the food of choice (a buffet) is set to suit all palates alike.

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OPS_Ryushi says:
::In his quarters, getting ready::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::approaching the dinner on deck 2. He taps his commbadge::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
*EO*: Cha`Dak to MacGuyver. 

MO_Turok says:
::Stands at the bar ordering a drink and trying to stretch his too tight collar out a bit::

XO_Naegle says:
::in her quarters looking at herself in the mirror for the hundredth time::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::in his quarters, adjusting his hair, as he quickly looks out into his bedroom:: Self: Oh, God... I'm so late... come on, STICK, darn it! ::keeps squeezing out the gel::

EO_McGuyver says:
:: putting on the dress whites, it feels strange wearing them in his quarters:: *CEO*: Sir?

Host CO_Storal says:
::walking back and fourth near the buffet table, seeing what there is to eat::

TO_Hembrook says:
:: enters the conference room in her dress whites, with only a single pip on them, wearing her standard type-2 phaser on her belt, looking around the room as she enters for her Boss, the CTO::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: At the dinner, in his dress whites, making sure eveything goes smooth ::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::exits his quarters and heads for theTL::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
*EO*: Once you arrive, could you please report to me. I have a request.

XO_Naegle says:
::decides she looks fine so she leaves her quarters and heads for the reception.::

EO_McGuyver says:
*CEO*: Aye Sir.

CMO_Powers says:
::in his office, checking his uniform::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::slowly, he takes a toothpick and carefully adjusts the last strand of hair:: Self: Good...... ::he runs into the next room and quickly pulls on his dress whites::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::realizes he forgot his phaser and goes back to his quarters and gets it::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: sees the TO and motions for her come over :: TO: Ensign, join me please

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the party, and looks around the room::

EO_McGuyver says:
::finishes putting his uniform on, and shines everything metallic::

XO_Naegle says:
::walks into the lounge and greets those who are there::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::walking down the hallway toward the lounge, talking with his closest aide:: Looma: I find this ship just fascinating don't you?

TO_Hembrook says:
CTO: Everything is in place Sir, and the Rapid Response Team is on standby. I have doubled the Security detail for this deck until the reception is over.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::checks his dress uniform in the mirrior to make sure it looks alright, and heads into the TL::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::he preens in front of the mirror for another couple of seconds, after zipping up:: Self: Oh, you do look beautiful... ::he walks out the door and heads for the turbolift::

OPS_Ryushi says:
TL: Conference Lounge.

EO_McGuyver says:
::Exits his quarters, and enters the lift, heading for the lounge::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::walks over to the captain, as he peruses the buffet:: CO: Greetings, Captain Storal.

CMO_Powers says:
::asumes he looks alright and heads off towards the lounge::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
TO: Excellent. You do good work. Now you and I and going to watch faces for the night. See if anyone looks nervous or suspicious. I don't want any surprises with the entire command staff in one room.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::Arrives in the conference lounge::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::steps into the turbolift:: Turbolift: Conference lounge, please. ::the turbolift speeds away, and he looks closer at his cuffs, slowly pulling out a loose thread::

Host CO_Storal says:
CEO: Hello Commander. ::grins:: Hungry?

XO_Naegle says:
::walks over to the buffet where the captain and CEO are standing:: CO/CEO: Good evening Gentlemen.

TO_Hembrook says:
CTO: Aye Sir, and I have those contingency plans we discussed ready to impliment just in case.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Hello Janet.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
CO: Ravished, sir ..... Finally!! They have served Klingon food!

EO_McGuyver says:
:: arrives in the lounge, looking for his favorite warm and fuzzy CEO::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::makes sure his phaser is hidden beneath the jacket of his white dress uniform::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Greetings, Commander .... ::spots MacGuyver:: EO: Ensign MacGuyver. Over here.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::he exits the turbolift, and walks into the lounge, and takes a look around::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
TO: Very good. Now try not to draw attention to yourself. Mingle but keep your eyes open

EO_McGuyver says:
::walks over to the CEO::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::spots the FCO coming in and motions for him to come over::

TO_Hembrook says:
CTO: Aye Sir. I think I'll stay by the entrance... just in case.

CMO_Powers says:
::enters TL:: TL: Lounge

Host CO_Storal says:
::chuckles:: CEO: I made it a point to have them serve it when we have a large dinner like this.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::stands a little distance away from the Captain and Executive Officer::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
TO: Very good.  :: walks over to the buffet ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
EO: I'm glad you could make it Angus, but I have a favour to ask you.

XO_Naegle says:
CEO: Commander, are you finding food to your liking?

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
CO/CEO: Good evening Sirs

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO:  Good Evening, sir.  Could I have a word?

Looma Pyahl says:
Lor: Absolutely. I can't wait until Captain Storm takes us to the bridge... I only want to have a look...

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::smiles:: OPS: Ryushi. You look pretty spiffy. ::grins, as he brushes past a table, grabbing a glass of wine::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::grins:: OPS: You can have more than a word, I'll give you sentences. ::takes a sip:: What's the matter?

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: Sir?

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO: Hello Mr. Grey-feather. Eat up. ::points to the buffet.::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Wanders over in the direction of the entrance and takes up a spot against the bulkhead where she can observe quietly and not get in the way::

Action: The 15 delegates enter the dinner room and look around at the lavish surroundings.

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
CO: Yes sir, as long as you are picking up the check. :: grins ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
EO: Don't blow anything up - not tonight. That's an order. Understood?

OPS_Ryushi says:
::pulls a small ring out from his pocket:: FCO: Sir, a while ago on shore leave, I met a man named Adahn Wilson-Ilianor. He asked me to give this to you.

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::spies the young TO standing near the door:: TO: Oh hello. Here to greet us are you? Oh how wonderful! ::takes her by the arm and leads her into the room:: Could you show me where our seating arrangements are, please?

CMO_Powers says:
::exits TL and enters the lounge quietly. Looks around to make sure Ryn hasn't seen him before heading to the bar::

EO_McGuyver says:
::raises his eyebrow:: CEO: I don't have any weapons, I swear. I will not blow up anything Sir!

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
OPS: Ooh, look here they come... ooh, four - ::he quickly turns to look at the OPS:: What did you just say?

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Here they come!

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks at the delegates entering the room:: XO/CTO/CEO: It's showtime. ::walks over to the delegates::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
EO: Thank you, Ensign. It seems our guests have arrived. Enjoy the party. The gagh looks exquisite.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::follows the CO::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::he holds out his hand slowly, and he takes the ring from the OPS, studying it closely:: OPS: .....

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: My favorite.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::hands Baran the ring:: FCO: This ring, sir.

XO_Naegle says:
::follows the CO:: CO That it is.

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO: A man named Adahn Wilson-Ilianor asked me to give it to you.

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: does the patented starfleet tug to straighten his uniform and follows the captain ::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Carefully takes a step back before being grabbed... looks at him a bit sternly:: Lor: No Ambassador, I'm part of the Security Detail. I'm not sure where you are seated, perhaps you had best ask one of the Operations people.

EO_McGuyver says:
::Walks over to the Alien things::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
OPS: ... He did, did he... ::pauses for a moment, in thought... then he looks up, smiling:: ... Thanks for the ring. Now... I think we need to look our best. ::tries to smile, as he stands at attention, stepping forward slightly as the CO is about to formally welcome the Mortaquians to the reception::

MO_Turok says:
::Walks over to the ambassador::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::blinks and looks offended:: TO: Security? Here? Whyever for? What do you think we're going to do? ::waves her off and puts his arm around her, leading her into the room::

Host CO_Storal says:
::walks up to B'Rotahn:: B'Rotahn: Greetings, I hope that you will enjoy the dinner that we have planned in your honor::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::looks at Angus, and whispers ..... :: EO: Not now, Ensign. I will introduce you later.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::nods to the FCO and stands next to him at attention::

CMO_Powers says:
MO: Is this stuff real alcohol?

Action: Lor's delegates form a circle around the TO so she has no where to go but into the room with B'Rotahn.

EO_McGuyver says:
::nods and sinks behind the CEO::

MO_Turok says:
CMO: No sir. It's fake tonight.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
Thinks: Where the heck did... did he find Adahn... when I've been searching for years... I'll have to talk to him later... ::he looks over at the OPS::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Looks over at her Boss, the CTO, or the CO, for some Command guidance::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::patiently waits for the delegation to acknowledge the Captain::

CMO_Powers says:
MO: What!? How dare they. I can't stand this stuff, feals like I'm being robbed of something.

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: motions to the TO :: TO : Ensign please show our guest this way to speak with the captain :: smiles phoney smile ::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::beams at the CO:: CO: Captain! ::shakes his hand:: How good of you to have this dinner. I can't wait to meet all your crew...::motions to the TO:: Miss... errm... well... this lovely young lady here was just about to show me to some seating arrangements.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
~~~OPS: Where did you... um... see Adahn, Ryushi?~~~ ::he watches as the delegates start moving in a strange formation of sorts::

MO_Turok says:
CMO: Yes sir, but you don't want a bunch of drunk officers for first contact.

CMO_Powers says:
MO: They said all we have to do is show up right?

Host CO_Storal says:
B'Rotahn: You remember my Executive officer, Cmdr Naegle. This is my Chief Tactical Officer, Lt. Grey Feather, and my Chief Engineer, Cmdr Cha'dak.

CMO_Powers says:
MO: Not drunk officers. Just a drunk me.

TO_Hembrook says:
:: Nods to her Boss, gives the long-suffering sigh of an evangelical preaching to the unrepennatant sinner:: Lor: Right this way Ambassador... I believe you are sitting at the Captain's table.

XO_Naegle says:
::nods to B'Rotahn:: I hope you enjoyed your tour of the ship, Ambassador.

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::smiles at all of them and shakes thier hand, the other two smaller arms, pumping up and down as he does:: ALL: So wonderful to meet you all....

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: offers his hand :: B'Rotahn : An honor to meet you

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B'Rotahn: On behalf of the Klingon homeworld - Qa'Pla!

Host CO_Storal says:
TO: Mr. Hembrook, can you escort the delegates to my table please?

EO_McGuyver says:
::watches in silence:::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::shakes hands and then slams his fist against his chest;:

OPS_Ryushi says:
~~~FCO:  I met him at an Officer's convention on Earth.  He is Senior Engineering Officer on the USS Cherokee.~~~

TO_Hembrook says:
CO: Aye-aye Captain. Lor: This way please Ambassador...

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::places his arm around the TO:: TO: Yes, of course... so tell me... what kind of food do you like to eat? I can't wait to try all these delicious types of food you have here... especially that wriggling one... what race eats that one?

XO_Naegle says:
::smiles as the TO goes off on Escort duty::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::watches each delegate, as they're shuffled off by the TO... he coughs, choking slightly on his wine:: ~~~OPS: EO! He's no... But thank you for... well, for this. It means a lot to me.~~~

EO_McGuyver says:
::walks over to the FCO::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: That should keep her busy for a while. ::grins::

TO_Hembrook says:
Lor: I'm fond of many kinds of foods Ambassador, and I believe the live foods are Klingon delicacies... but you might want to ask our CEO, Commander Cha'Dak, to be sure.

OPS_Ryushi says:
~~~FCO:  No problem, sir.~~~

CNS_Solaa says:
:;strolls into the Lounge and heads straight for the CO::

CMO_Powers says:
::tries some of what is supposed to be Whiskey::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::he notices the EO walking over, as everyone seems to be getting ready to eat:: EO: Hiya, Angus. ::smiles broadly::

CNS_Solaa says:
::whispers:: CO: Anything... abnormal happening yet?

Action: Some of the delegates follow their leader, B'Rotahn... while the others look around curiously... surrounding the table of food, picking at it curiously... one of them screaming as the gaghk squirms under her stubby fingers::

EO_McGuyver says:
FCO: Boy am I glad that they change the dress uniforms to something that did not actually look like a dress,

CNS_Solaa says:
CO: You served them GAGH????

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: Nothing yet, everyone is just serving themselves and getting ready to eat.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
CNS: What is wrong with that, Counsellor?!

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: smiles at the CEO : CEO :yIntaHbogh qagh jablu'DI' reH nIvqu' qagh

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: I didn't serve them anything.. they wanted it. ::grins::

MO_Turok says:
CMO: How is the whiskey sir?

CNS_Solaa says:
::glares at the CEO::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::looks over at the delegates who are... seemingly disturbed by the gagh:: Self: I know the feeling... EO: I know what you mean. Besides, these dress whites look so much nicer! ::grins at the EO and the OPS:: Shall we?

CMO_Powers says:
::spits out the 'Whiskey' and puts the glass down::MO: How can people drink this stuff?

Action: A small tinny bell rings three times, signaling that everyone should begin to serve them selves and begin dinner.

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO:  Shall we what, sir?

XO_Naegle says:
::walks up to the buffet and looks around as the bell rings::

CNS_Solaa says:
::moves to find John:: CMO: Hello there, John. The whiskey not to your liking? ::smirks::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
OPS: Oh, stop that, Ryushi. I hate it when people call me that. Food, I meant. ::laughs::

Host CO_Storal says:
::serves him a small plate and walks back to his seat:

EO_McGuyver says:
FCO: Yes. Let's.

XO_Naegle says:
::gets a plate of food and goes off to her seat::

MO_Turok says:
::Walks to the buffet and stands in line waiting for the senoir officers to serve themselves::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: walks over and takes a plate of food.  Mostly Terran but takes some Gagh so not to lose face with the CEO ::

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO:  What would you rather I call you, sir?

EO_McGuyver says:
::grabs a plate and puts gagh and steak on his plate, along with some salad::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: This stuff is horrible. I can't drink it.

TO_Hembrook says:
:: tries to make a discrete tactical withdrawal back to the entryway::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::retrieves a plate of gagh and some raw Targ, along with some mud-beetles::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::grabs a plate, and waits in line, behind the EO:: EO: So... how have you been, Angus? I haven't seen you around the ship much, lately. ::smiles as he piles salad over his entire plate:: OPS: How about Baran? ::smiles::

XO_Naegle says:
::sits down at the table with the captain and the delegation::

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO:  Very well.... Baran.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to the CTO:: CTO: The Jun'Khla looks good.

EO_McGuyver says:
FCO: Oh good. I had to check the warp manifolds out. The gagh looks nice and healthy.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Then get something you CAN drink... I'm hungry... ::moves to the buffet table::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::takes some Jun'Khla - resembling a writhing mess of white maggots, and heads towards his table::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
CEO: Yes commander, but I would save room for the Rok egg blood pie, it looked very good

OPS_Ryushi says:
::Waits in line behind the FCO::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
Self: Not the only thing that does... EO: Ugh, I had a bad experience with gagh once. OPS: Hasn't everyone? ::laughs::

EO_McGuyver says:
::puts some targ on his plate and blood pie::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: walks over to the table and sits ::

Drolyn Poom says:
TO: Excuse me....::points at the table:: Can you tell me what this is? ::holds up a bun shaped object with a large piece of black meat in the middle::

CMO_Powers says:
::follows Ryn:: CNS: I'll wait.

CNS_Solaa says:
EO: McGuyver! Haven't seen you around lately. How are you?

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO: Yes, I tried Gagh once, and... I nearly lost control of my emotions...

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: And I wouldn't TOUCH the gagh if I were you, Baran...

TO_Hembrook says:
Poom: I don't have any idea Sir, perhaps you could ask one of the OPS people who catered the menu.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: I was hoping that we could have gotten further information on the delegation, but Starfleet is keeping most of it tight lipped.

EO_McGuyver says:
CNS: Good, had a few inspections that kept me away from the bridge.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
CNS: Mmm... the salad, on the other hand, looks delicious... ::drizzles some vinaigrette on top, and he looks around for a fork::

EO_McGuyver says:
::whispers:: CMO: I think one of those bottles of whiskey is real.

MO_Turok says:
::Waits patiently in line::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Yes, you're right about that, sir. I can't even find anything more about them in the database.

CMO_Powers says:
FCO/CNS: Where are the burgers and hot dogs? I'm trying to watch my weight.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::takes a plate of food and a cream soda from the table::  FCO:  I'm afraid I've become rather addicted to this human beverage, Cream Soda.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: It makes me a bit concerned, but I can understand Starfleet's position.

CMO_Powers says:
EO: Really? Which one?

CNS_Solaa says:
::pokes his stomach:: CMO: Yeah, you need it, hon... ::smirks evilly::

EO_McGuyver says:
CMO: The one I smuggled in. :: grabs the bottle::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to B'Rotahn:: B'Rotahn: Sir, I hear the Mortaquians have had some interesting technological advances recently?

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::looks over at the CMO, raising an eyebrow:: CMO: Oh, doctor... ::pretends to hand him his plate of salad, as he grins::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I just hope Ensign Hembrook doesn't shoot them before we find anything out. ::laughs::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
OPS: You? Cream soda? Addicted? ::grins:: Okay, fine, it's not that bad.

Drolyn Poom says:
::looks disappointed:: TO: I will do that... thank you...

CMO_Powers says:
FCO: You can keep that. Not enough fat for my liking.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: ::chuckles:: She is doing fine. Not bad for a fish out of water. ::grins::

CNS_Solaa says:
::finds nothing but Klingon food and goes for the salad:: Self: I'll eat later from my replicator...

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::leans in closer to the CNS and whispers:: CNS: What do you think?

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO:  Perhaps.... Addicted.... was not the right word to use.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
OPS: But you used it nevertheless. ::winks::

CNS_Solaa says:
::whispers:: FCO: Think of what? The salad?

EO_McGuyver says:
::pours himself a drink and gives the CMO the bottle::

CMO_Powers says:
::sees the burgers near the aliens:: CNS: I'll get some food later.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Oh? Okay then.

TO_Hembrook says:
::Shoots a somewhat disparaging look at the XO hearing her jest ::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::takes a glass of water and drinks it while his other two arms cut up the meat in front of him:: CEO: Recently? My dear sir... we have had this technology for quite sometime... how long have you had your technology?...::sees someone ordering from the replicator:: My gracious! Did that wall just make a beverage???

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
CNS: No, no... shh! I mean, what do you think of *them*? ::smiles:: I dunno... the jowls... the four arms........

EO_McGuyver says:
::puts haggus on plate::

CMO_Powers says:
::hides the bottle for later use::

XO_Naegle says:
::laughs:: CO: I suppose so.

Host CO_Storal says:
::lifts his glass to the TO and grins::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: Yes, sir. It uses very little power, and everything is recyclable.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::whispers:: FCO:  Do you find it odd, that these aliens speak perfect Federation Standard Language?

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: The gimme the creeps... but I'm doing okay... hey, you haven't brought them around everywhere today, so don't complain!

EO_McGuyver says:
::sits down:: CMO: Remember I smuggled it in for our enjoyment.

CNS_Solaa says:
::sees the CMO hide the bottle:: CMO: Drink that now, John Powers.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::grins:: CNS: Then again... those extra arms could come in handy... ::looks up:: Shh! Don't encourage him!

TO_Hembrook says:
::Nods to the CO, then resumes her place near the entrance, watching the chow line::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Drink what honey?

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::claps his larger set of hands while his smaller set finishes cutting his meat:: CEO: Oh this is wonderful... I cannot wait to see what else your illustrious ship can do... you must tell me more... err.... I'm sorry... I didn't get your name?

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: watching the TO, can't help but grin ::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: You think we should let her get a plate?

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: That bottle you just tried to hide from me. Drink it now, or don't drink it at all. I know where you hide the stuff...

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: She will eat, when she is ready. ::grins::

CMO_Powers says:
EO: Put it back on the table.

CNS_Solaa says:
::eyes him suspeciously::

CNS_Solaa says:
EO: And YOU, McGuyver...

EO_McGuyver says:
::grabs the bottle::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: My name is Lieutenant Commander Cha`Dak, Chief Engineer of the Apache. I'd be interested to know a little about your warp engine technology, if you could spare a little time?

CNS_Solaa says:
::narrows her eyes at him::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I have no idea what you are talking about.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I suppose, but it seems a bit of a shame to have her on tactical alert all the time.

EO_McGuyver says:
CNS: Me? ::Looks innocent::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Shouldn't you be mingling and making the aliens feel welcome?

CNS_Solaa says:
::leaves the salad on the table and takes his arm:: CMO: Yep. And you should be too! ::grins::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: You're right.

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
XO: Commander, my TO wouldn't have it any other way I don't think.  :: smiles ::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I've got to go. Medical emergency and all that. Tell them I say hi but don't bring them down to sickbay.

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::nods and motions to a delegate across the room:: CEO: Of course, my engine master Drolyn Poom is an expert on that subject... though I hope not to disappoint you. Our technology is perhaps a little more primitive maybe...

XO_Naegle says:
CO/CTO: Lieutenant, you need to show her how to relax.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: Ambassador Lor, may I ask you a .... possibly sensitive question?

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Oh, no you don't! ::drags him to the nearest Alien::

Host CO_Storal says:
*TO*: At ease Ensign. Eat something. You're going to insult the cook. ::chuckles::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
:;turns to the OPS and gestures for them to follow, as he giggles behind them::

EO_McGuyver says:
::stuffs gagh and haggis down his hatch::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::blinks and looks at him curiously:: CEO: Sensitive? ::pauses while a delegate whispers to him, them smiles back at the CEO again:: Ah yes... you mean.. perhaps a personal one?

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
CO/XO: That might be a better job for the captain.  :: smiles :: What I call relaxation most people call punishment

TO_Hembrook says:
*CO*: Aye Captain... wouldn't want to be put on bread and water for hacking off the messhall. ::Walks over, takes a small plate of food and an ice tea, and sits at the last chair on the table, and starts to eat quietly::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I don't like these diplomatic situations. I get flashbacks of one that went horribly wrong. These things make me feal uneasy. Your a CNS, you should be sympathetic to this kind of stuff.

Action: The CNS drags the CMO a little too harshly and bumps into two of the aliens knocking them over into the soup bowls...

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::inclines his head:: B`Rotahn_Lor: Possibly. I am not sure if you are aware, but Starfleet and the Federation are being very wary of new additions to the Federation. Do you know why you were accepted at this time?

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles::CTO: You might be right.

CNS_Solaa says:
Delegates: Sorry!

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO/XO: She is doing great. ::points to the TO:: There see.. she's eating.

TO_Hembrook says:
::looks up instantly at the disturbance::

MO_Turok says:
::Watches the CNS and CMO as they hit the delegates::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::his jaw opens wide, as he quickly stops short of ramming right into the CMO and the CNS, noticing that they've bumped into something....::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Now look what you've done. ::gives Ryn a look of mock anger::

EO_McGuyver says:
::laughs silently to himself::

Looma Pyahl says:
::straightens himself as his tiny second set of hands flicks vigorously trying to rid them of the hot soup:: CNS: Ouch! ooh! It's hot!!!

CNS_Solaa says:
::turns bright red::

CNS_Solaa says:
Looma: I am SO SORRY, delegate!

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::quickly grabs a towel and helps the alien wipe himself off:: Looma: Oh my goodness, are you alright?

XO_Naegle says:
CO: I suppose, Captain.  I'd feel better if she would come down out of tactical mode sometimes.  She makes me nervous.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::Looks sternly over at the Counselor::

CMO_Powers says:
::tries to surpress a laugh::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: She is new. She has yet to find her nitch here. She is going to do fine.

TO_Hembrook says:
Pyahl: Are you all right Ambassador? We have some of our Doctors here if you need assistance?

OPS_Ryushi says:
::assists the FCO in helping the Mortaquians::

CNS_Solaa says:
::grabs some napkins::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::gives thought to the CEO's question:: CEO: I do not know. We have had the request in for some neena now and I believe it was just a matter of being the right time. Why do you ask?

CNS_Solaa says:
Looma: I am SO SORRY!

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: CO: Forgive me, sir, but you weren't on Delvinia's fifth moon with her.

EO_McGuyver says:
::downs some whiskey::

CNS_Solaa says:
Looma: I hope this doesn't affect your thoughts about us! I am so sorry! Can I do anything???

Looma Pyah says:
::peers down at his wet robe:: CNS: I am... wet....

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::carely pats down Looma's vestigial arms with the towel:: Looma: Oh, dear, delegate... may I? ::holds up the towel::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: That may be.. She reminds me a bit of myself when I joined the Apache. Duty first. I turned out ok.. Or at least I think so. ::chuckles:: She will be fine.

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
XO: Ensign Hembrook is alright. She is just sticking too closely to the manual. Remember the mess you had when I came aboard fresh out of the academy Sirs?

CNS_Solaa says:
Looma: I know I know... Here... uh...

CNS_Solaa says:
::turns even more red::

CNS_Solaa says:
::whispers:: CMO: John! Help me!!

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: Well, we know very little of the Mortaquians - the Klingon people have had only a little contact with your people - most of them violent conflicts - and the Federation database is scarce to say the least. We - I - wondered if perhaps you were bringing something new to the Federation, technologically speaking.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::mouths to CNS:: CNS: Nice going... ::smiles::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: You're on your own for this one.

TO_Hembrook says:
Looma: Excuse me, perhaps I can escort you back to your quarters to change? I'm sorry for any inconvienience.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: John!

Action: Looma peels off the wet robe, revealing his half clad body. He shoves it toward the nearest delegate and asks for a new one.

XO_Naegle says:
::thinks a minute:: CTO: I suppose you're right. Lieutenant.

CNS_Solaa says:
::grabs the remaining soup and throws on the CMO::

EO_McGuyver says:
::waves to the CMO and holds up the bottle::

XO_Naegle says:
CTO: By the way, I still have your revolver in my quarters -- locked away so Armen can't get to it.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::widens his eyes, as Looma tosses his robe aside:: Looma: We apologize for the inconvenience. Would you like a fresh bowl of soup.... s-sir?

CMO_Powers says:
::stands with soup on him for a while, stunned at what Ryn just did::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
XO: You miss understood commander, that is your revolver now, a present from my family to yours.  But yes keep it out of Armen's reach

XO_Naegle says:
CO: What is going on with the doctor and the counselor?

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::glances over for a moment with annoyance at where the Counsellor and Chief Medical officer are::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: sees Looma :: XO: Great dinner and a show. :: smiles ::

CNS_Solaa says:
Looma: Now, I'm so sorry this happened...

XO_Naegle says:
CTO: Well, then, Thank you, Joshua.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: What do you mean Janet?

CMO_Powers says:
::takes his jacket off and tries to get soup off it.:: CNS: You're lucky I'm not a man to hold grudges.

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::smiles and pats the Klingon on the cheek, leaning in close to him:: CEO: Well from reading what your federation allowed us, there were a few technological advances that we have over you.

EO_McGuyver says:
::Finishes his plate and gets up and moves toward the CEO::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Look at them!  Looks like they're wearing their food.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::takes a breath, allowing the personal slight of B`Rotahn_Lor touching his face to pass by:: B`Rotahn_Lor: Such as, Ambassador?

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::shovels a handful of gagh into his mouth::

Looma Pyahl says:
CNS: Yes, I can see that. It's quite alright. ::smiles at her:: Accidents can happen. Please. ::motions to the table:: Let's not pause this wonderful meal your Captain has laid out for us?

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks over at the CNS:: XO: I see what you mean.. Hopefully it's just an accident. ::chuckles::

EO_McGuyver says:
::arrives at the CEO's side::

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: CO: I hope you're right.

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::quickly goes to grab a fresh bowl of soup for the delegate anyways:: Looma: A fresh bowl of soup, Delegate.

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::looks up at the EO and nods a greeting, while waiting for the Mortaquian Ambassador to respond::

CNS_Solaa says:
Looma: Okay, good. Yes. ::is still blushing with embarrassment::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::whispers to the CNS and CMO:: CNS/CMO: Time to behave, perhaps? ::winks::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Motions for one of the Security detail to escort the wet-robe-carrying diplo-dink back to the quarters for fresh robe::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: leans closer ::XO/CO: Ah sirs. Perhaps we should separate the CEO and B'Rotahn. Before the ambassador only has 3 hands.

CMO_Powers says:
CNS/FCO: I'm leaving. ::turns and heads out of the lounge::

EO_McGuyver says:
::grabs him some more gagh and watches the conversation::

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: No, John, wait!

XO_Naegle says:
CTO: Hopefully, the CEO will remember his place.

CNS_Solaa says:
Self: Oh, you've done it now, Ryn... what an embarrassment...

Looma Pyahl says:
::Looks at the soup then back at the FCO:: FCO: I appreciate the gesture...::bows humbly::.. but if you don't mind... I have... ::smiles weakly::... lost my taste for this... kind of meal.

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Don't... don't say a word.

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO: I would consider this on the job training. I mean if everything goes well they will join the Federation. You know the council sometimes.. dog eat dog. ::laughs::

CMO_Powers says:
::enters the TL:: TL:Sickbay.

CMO_Powers says:
::looks down at his dripping clothes::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
CO: Yes sir, I just hope it isn't Klingon eat Mortaq

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::smiles:: Looma: Understandable, Delegate. Oh... Lt. Baranephelion Ilianor, FCO of the Apache, humbly yours, sir. ::bows:: Would you like for me to prepare another plate for you? That does not involve soup?

TO_Hembrook says:
::takes her seat and resumes eating now that the soup-crisis appears to have passed::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::eyes the CTO looking at them:: CEO: With all due respect... I would hate to get into such matters when there is a lovely dinner here in front of us... perhaps we could talk about this later?

MO_Turok says:
::Finally sits down to eat some Gagh and calamari::

Host CO_Storal says:
CTO: I see your point. ::smiles::

EO_McGuyver says:
::stuffs gagh down his throat and watches the head delegate::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::eyes the Mortaquian suspiciously for a moment, then nods, regaining his composure::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: Of course, Ambassador. How are you finding the Apache?

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::begins stuffing his face with the cut up meat his other hands have prepared for him::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Well that crisis was averted. ::grins::

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Oh, fine! Run away! ::turns away looking like she's about to cry:: Looma: So, how is your stay?

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: takes his fork and starts eating his gagh :: XO: This is very good.  I hate replicated Gagh

CMO_Powers says:
::exits TL and enters sickbay, heading straight to his office. Closes the door behind himself and starts taking the wet clothes off::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::pauses and swallows:: CEO: Wonderful. I am more and more fascinated by this ship ever moment...

TO_Hembrook says:
::Continues watching the room as she eats, as per her Boss' orders::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Agreed, I think Ryn is deserving of a commendation just for surviving tonight. ::laughs::

XO_Naegle says:
CTO: I'm glad you like it, Lieutenant.  ::cringes at the thought of gagh::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: Oh, Ambassador, may I introduce you to one of the Apaches finest engineers .... Ensign Angus MacGuyver.

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles at the CO:: CO: I agree, sir.

Looma Pyahl says:
FCO: Of course... that would be wonderful...::bows again:: I thank you...

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::extends one of his more cleaner hands:: EO: A pleasure

CMO_Powers says:
::puts on his dry uniform and sits in his chair::

Host CO_Storal says:
::stands up:: All: If I can have your attention please.

EO_McGuyver says:
::nods and shakes his hand:: Lor: The pleasure is all mine sir. ::Grins::

MO_Turok says:
::Looks at the CO::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: leans closer :: XO: To tell you the truth commander, it is not one of my favorite dishes either.  But I can't have the CEO making fun of me. :: smiles ::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
Looma: You are very welcome, delegate. ::he walks over to the table and starts preparing a nice, refreshing plate, as the CO stands and starts talking::

Sec Abbott says:
::enters the lounge and looks around spying the CTO, heading to him straight away:: CTO: Sir, I have an urgent message from Mortaq III...::looks around the room distainfully:: Which one of them is... B'Rotahn Lor?

OPS_Ryushi says:
~~~FCO:  If there is anything I can to do assist you, let me know.~~~  ::walks away::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::looks up as he sees D'Layna entering, his heart skipping a beat at the sight of this heavenly body::

XO_Naegle says:
::chuckles:: CTO: That's what you get for having a Klingon Roommate at the academy.

CNS_Solaa says:
::promptly sits down in a chair and stares out the window::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: points to B'Rotahn :: Abbott: That one lietenant

OPS_Ryushi says:
::sits down next to Ensign Hembrook:: TO: Good Evening, Ensign.

Sec Abbott says:
::nods and heads over to Lor:: Lor: Excuse me, Sir... I have a message for you.

TO_Hembrook says:
::Sees Abbott come in... stops eating... swallows her food... watches and waits::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::looks over at the OPS, and gives him a wink, as he brings the healthy plate of food back to Looma:: Looma: I prepared a healthy and refreshing, "springtime" plate for you. Bon appetit. ::smiles, as he quickly takes his seat... keeping his eyes on Looma if he needs anything else::

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
Abbott: For me? How is that possible?

Host CO_Storal says:
All: I'd like to propose a toast...To the Mortaquians. Who will hopefully love the Federation as much as the rest of us.

EO_McGuyver says:
::watches Abbot::

Sec Abbott says:
Lor: It is from Mortaq III ::hands him the padd and waits::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::waits for D'Layna to finish before reaching for his glass::

EO_McGuyver says:
::raises his glass::

CMO_Powers says:
::sits looking at the wall, considering returning to the function::

XO_Naegle says:
::raises her glass::

CNS_Solaa says:
::grabs an empty glass on the table and puts on her best false smile:: Aloud: Here here!

Host B`Rotahn_Lor says:
::opens the message and reads it over, his face goes pale as both his hands come to his mouth::

Host CO_Storal says:
::raises his glass:: All: To the Mortaquians! ::takes a drink::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::raises his glass in the human custom::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: raises glass but watches Abbot carefully ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
B`Rotahn_Lor: Ambassador ....?

XO_Naegle says:
::takes a drink::

EO_McGuyver says:
Lor: Anything we can do?

OPS_Ryushi says:
::drinks::

Looma Pyahl says:
::takes the padd and reads it, then gets up, dashing for the CO:: CO: Captain... ::looks around aplogetically::... I am.. sorry to interrupt.. but I must speak with you.... it is... urgent....

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
:: he raises his glass, and raises it in Looma's direction, smiling, and he takes a sip:: OPS: I wonder if a toast with bad alcohol counts as a toast...

TO_Hembrook says:
::lifts her tea in symbolic toast, watches Lor::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::watches the Ambassador closely and secretly loosens his phaser under his jacket::

Host CO_Storal says:
Looma: Of course, follow me. What can I help you with?

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO:  I wouldnt know, sir...

Host CO_Storal says:
::walks over to the corner of the room::

CEO_LtCmdr_Cha`Dak says:
::rises out of his chair, uneasy now::

XO_Naegle says:
::Looks up as the delegate motions the Captain over::

CMO_Powers says:
::decides to just sit in his office fuming instead of returning::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Puts tea down and watches the CO... then scans the room::

FCO_Lt_Ilianor says:
::laughs:: OPS: It was a joke, Ryushi... ::grins::

MO_Turok says:
::Watches the ambassador and CO::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: puts to fingers to his eyes, signalling the TO to 'watch' carefully ::

TO_Hembrook says:
::nods::

OPS_Ryushi says:
FCO: Ah.  I have much to learn about human humor.

Looma Pyahl says:
::leans in and whispers to the CO:: CO: Sir, I must ask... no... BEG of you...::looks most urgent as he wrings his hands with worry::... You must turn this ship around now. You must bring us all back to Mortaq III.

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