USS Apache
Mission #238
Stardate 10410.22
"Back at Starbase 366"

Prologue: The crew of the USS Apache has been given a few days leave after their return from Mortaq. They are currently getting ready to meet in the main lounge with Admiral Miller.

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TO_Hembrook says:
::Enters the lounge, takes a seat in the back of the room in the corner, and sits quietly working on her PADD::

Host CO_Storal says:
::strolls along the promenade looking at the ships in port on his way to the lounge::

MO_Turok says:
::Finishing putting on his uniform in his quarters::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: enters the lounge and takes a seat near the front of the room, near the coffee ::

CSO_Marsland says:
::enters the lounge and notices the TO, walks over to her:: TO: What are you working on now Gina?

EO_Courville says:
::working in a Jeffries tube::

XO_Naegle says:
::enters the lounge right behind the CSO::

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks in and walks over to Gina::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::enters the TL::  TL: Conference lounge. Quickly.

CNS_Solaa says:
::swipes the PADD from her hands:: TO: Honestly, Gina! Can you EVER stop working? Do I need to evaluate you?

TO_Hembrook says:
CSO: Progress report on the repairs to the tactical systems and a readiness report of the Tactical Division personnel Sir.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::strides into the lounge and heads up to the podium quietly gathering her thoughts and her PADDs while the crew go about mingling to themselves::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::makes his way to the Conference Lounge::

MO_Turok says:
::Exits his quarters and walks to the turbolift::

CNS_Solaa says:
TO: There's a name for your illness... workaholism.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the Conference lounge just behind the Admiral::

EO_Courville says:
::picks up a hyper spanner::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
ALL: Admiral on DECK!

XO_Naegle says:
::walks over to a table and sits down::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::enters the lounge and takes a seat::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Takes the PADD back snaps to attention::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::stands at attention at the doorway::

CMO_Powers says:
::enters the lounge::

XO_Naegle says:
::stands to attention at the CEO's announcement::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::winces and glares at the CEO:: CEO: Oh for heavens sake... at ease

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: comes to attention ::

EO_Courville says:
::realizes his late for that stupid briefing::

CNS_Solaa says:
::sits down in the nearest seat and smiles as John comes in::

TO_Hembrook says:
::resumes her seat::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes a deep breath and lets it out before entering the lounge::

MO_Turok says:
::Enters the lounge::

XO_Naegle says:
::sits back down at the Admiral's command::

EO_Courville says:
::Runs toward a lift::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::stands at ease, then finds a chair at the back of the room and sits, feeling awkward in a chair::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: sits back down ::

CSO_Marsland says:
::Takes a seat next to the XO after standing back at ease::

CMO_Powers says:
::sits in the chair next to Ryn and gives her a sneaky kiss::

EO_Courville says:
:: arrives at the briefing room after some tweaking to lift to go faster::

CNS_Solaa says:
::blushes and hits him away:: ::whispers:: CMO: Stop that! The Admiral...

Host CO_Storal says:
::walks up to the stage and sits down next to the podium::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::gestures for Henry to sit next to him::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::looks up and around as the crew chat amongst themselves and looks at her chronometer::

EO_Courville says:
::takes a seat and Zones out::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
EO: Today, you will remain silent, Ensign.

CNS_Solaa says:
::narrows her eyes at the EO::

Host CO_Storal says:
Miller: Crew is all present and accounted for Sir,

EO_Courville says:
::continues zoning out::

XO_Naegle says:
::whispers:: CSO: I'm glad to see you.

CSO_Marsland says:
::whispers back:: XO: Glad to see you too. ::smiles::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::nods:: CO: Very well then.... ::coughs into the mic:: ALL; Can I have your attention please?

MO_Turok says:
::Sneaks over and sits next to the TO::

TO_Hembrook says:
::watches and listens::

CSO_Marsland says:
::sits up straighter and pays attention to the Admiral::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: listens to the admiral ::

MO_Turok says:
::Listening to the Admiral::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::listens carefully::

XO_Naegle says:
::heads up to the admiral::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
All: There comes a time in every officer's life when they must be recognized for their hard work and dedication to Starfleet.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
All: Tonight is no exception. Several of you have earned promotions and tonight we will celebrate those that will be moving ahead in rank. ::turns to the CO:: CO: Captain Storal, would you do the honors?

CMO_Powers says:
::whispers:: CNS: Do you think she'll storm off this time?

CNS_Solaa says:
::whispers:: CMO: Hopefully...

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: It'll make the meeting shorter...

CMO_Powers says:
::tries to stifle a laugh::

Host CO_Storal says:
::stands:: Miller: Yes Sir.::walks over to the podium and stands next to her.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::steps to one side and lets him take the stand::

Host CO_Storal says:
All: Before we get started. I would like to honor a fallen crewmember. Ens. McGuyver was killed in the line of action in a rescue attempt.

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: A saddened expression on his face at the mention of his fallen friend ::

EO_Courville says:
::looks up at the mention of his friend::

XO_Naegle says:
::lowers eyes at the mention of McGuyver::

Host CO_Storal says:
All: Even though he was with us for a short time. He was a fine officer and crewmember. He will be missed. May we observe a moment of silence for our friend. May the Prophets always shine on him. ::hangs his head::

MO_Turok says:
::Lowers his head::

TO_Hembrook says:
::wears a grim and stoic expression at the raised memories of the last mission and the fallen crewmembers, ALL of them::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::wonders why the Humans honor their dead with silence::

CSO_Marsland says:
::lowers his eyes for the moment::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::lowers her eyes for a moment::

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: bows head in silence ::

EO_Courville says:
::hangs his head::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::lowers head::

CNS_Solaa says:
::is quiet::

Host CO_Storal says:
All: Thank you. ::nods to Admiral Miller to continue::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::raises eyes back to the Admiral and the Captain::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::steps to the speaker:: Lieutenant Joshua Grey-feather to the stand please?

CTO_Ltjg_Grey-feather says:
:: Rises :: ADM: Aye ma'am

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::steps back and hands the CO a small box::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the box an opens it, removing the contents::

CNS_Solaa says:
::grins:: CMO: About time, you know?

XO_Naegle says:
::looks up at Joshua as he goes up to the podium::

CSO_Marsland says:
::smiles at the CTO as he walks up::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: comes to stand before the podium at attention ::

TO_Hembrook says:
::continues to watch and listen::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: For Grey-feather?

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Yeah! ::smiles and watches the promotion::

Host CO_Storal says:
All: Lt. Grey-feather, for outstanding duty and dedication to the Apache. I sentence you to the rank of full Lieutenant. May the Prophets have mercy on your pagh. ::places the full pip on his collar::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::applauds::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::applauds the CTO::

CNS_Solaa says:
::claps vigorously::

TO_Hembrook says:
::applauds politely::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::applauds::

CSO_Marsland says:
::applauds::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: shakes the captains hand and then the admirals :: ADM/CO: Thank you sirs

EO_Courville says:
::applauds::

CMO_Powers says:
::applauds::

MO_Turok says:
::Applauds::

XO_Naegle says:
::applauds::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: Walks back over to his seat shaking hands with some of he crew as he passes ::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::steps back to the podium:: MO: Ensign Turok to the stand please.

CNS_Solaa says:
::grins wide at Turok and winks:: MO: Moving on up, Turok! You'll outrank me soon!

MO_Turok says:
::Stands and briskly approaches the podium::

MO_Turok says:
::Smiles at Ryn::

XO_Naegle says:
::watches as Turok goes up::

MO_Turok says:
::Stands at attention in front of the CO and Admiral::

TO_Hembrook says:
::watches her classmate::

CMO_Powers says:
MO: You'll outrank me soon as well. I'd better put a stop to that.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::hands the CO a small box::

CNS_Solaa says:
::laughs::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Remind me to have him demoted.

Host CO_Storal says:
MO:Ens. Turok, Your dedication to post and ship is a fine example to all cadets on how to handle themselves after they graduated. ::takes the box and removes its contents::

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Agreed. ::smiles::

Host CO_Storal says:
MO: Congratulations Lieutenant. ::places the new pip on his collar::

EO_Courville says:
::applauds::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::applauds the MO::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::applauds::

TO_Hembrook says:
::applauds and smiles for the first time::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::applauds::

MO_Turok says:
CO: Thank you sir.  Miller: And thank you sir.

CMO_Powers says:
::applauds::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: applauds ::

XO_Naegle says:
::Applauds::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::waits for the applause to die down and steps up to the podium again::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
CEO: Lieutenant Commander K’hora Cha`Dak to the stand please?

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::blinks in surprise::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::turns and hands the CO a small box::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::stands up, puffing his chest out dramatically, and makes his way to the podium::

MO_Turok says:
::Sits back down next to Gina looking at his new pip and smiling::

D’layna_Abbott says:
::feels a proud smile come to her face as she watches her husband move to the stand::

CSO_Marsland says:
::grins at the Klingon:: Self: Typical Klingon pride...

TO_Hembrook says:
::shakes Turok's hand silently in congratulations::

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Now, I KNOW he's not getting promoted... there's no where to go for him! Well... other than Commander, I guess...

XO_Naegle says:
::watches as Cha`Dak goes up::

MO_Turok says:
::Whispering:: TO: Thanks, Gina.

CNS_Solaa says:
::grins at his Klingon-ness evident on the stage::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the box and removes its contents:: CEO:You have served a long time with us. Even though the Prophets had given you a different path long ago. That path brought you back to us.

TO_Hembrook says:
::Watches the Second Officer::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::looks at his Captain with no small amount of pride::

Host CO_Storal says:
CEO:As CTO, you helped protect the ship against all enemies, small and large.

CMO_Powers says:
::fingers where his half pip used to be::

CNS_Solaa says:
::puts a hand on John's arm, assuredly::

Host CO_Storal says:
CEO:Now as CEO, you continue to make sure that the ship is capable of returning from whatever we face out there. Congratulations K’hora, I promote you to full Commander. ::places the new pip on his collar::

EO_Courville says:
::applauds::

XO_Naegle says:
::applauds and smiles at the Klingon::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::applauds::

TO_Hembrook says:
::applauds::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::slams a fist against his heart in salute to Captain Storal::

CMO_Powers says:
::applauds::

CSO_Marsland says:
::applauds::

MO_Turok says:
::Applauding::

CNS_Solaa says:
::claps vigorously once again::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns and leaves the podium, returning to his seat::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: applauds :: CEO: Q'apla

CSO_Marsland says:
::offers his hand to shake to the new Commander:: CEO: Congratulations Sir.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::applauds::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::places a hand on Joshua's shoulder as he passes in thanks, and takes Tom’s hand::

EO_Courville says:
::offers hand::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::takes Henry's hand and shakes it in a vice-like grip::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::waits for the applause to die down then steps up again:: TO: Ensign Gina Hembrook to the stand please.

EO_Courville says:
::does not notice the pain::

CSO_Marsland says:
::smiles at the Klingon and takes a seat::

EO_Courville says:
::grips harder::

MO_Turok says:
::Watches Gina go forward::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::notices how firm the EO's grip is::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Stands-up, executes a textbook Picard pull-down, walks smartly to the front of the room, and comes to attention before the podium::

EO_Courville says:
::lets go::

Host CO_Storal says:
TO: Even though we haven’t seen eye to eye on many issues. Your intentions have always been to protect and serve the Apache to the best of your ability.

CSO_Marsland says:
::smiles at Gina::

Host CO_Storal says:
TO: We all owe you our lives. By creating the vaccine for the Mortaquian illness, you enabled us to complete our mission and come home safe.

Host CO_Storal says:
TO:I present you with the Axnar Humanitarian Medal. Congratulations Ensign.

EO_Courville says:
::applauds::

TO_Hembrook says:
CO: Thank you Captain.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::applauds::

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Wow! I thought she'd get promoted, but this is just as good! ::grins and claps::

MO_Turok says:
::Applauding::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::applauds loudly, with a surge of pride at their TO::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: applauds ::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::applauds::

CSO_Marsland says:
::applauds::

XO_Naegle says:
::applauds politely::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::takes the stand and waits for the applause to die down::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Executes a smart about-face, walks back, and sits down::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
XO: Commander Janet Naegle to the stand please

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I'm sure she would have without some interference. I'm only speculating though.

MO_Turok says:
::Shakes his good friends hand:: TO: Gina, Thanks for saving our lives.

XO_Naegle says:
::stands and walks up to the podium and stands at attention::

CNS_Solaa says:
::whispers:: CMO: Uh oh... sounds like trouble if the ADMIRAL's saying something...

TO_Hembrook says:
MO: Just doing my job.

CSO_Marsland says:
::grins from ear to ear at his fiancé::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::hands the CO a little larger box::

Host CO_Storal says:
::takes the box:: XO:Cmdr. Naegle. Whenever I am called away or have to turn command over to you. You have rarely let me down.

XO_Naegle says:
::continues to stand at attention::

Host CO_Storal says:
XO:You have always tried to do what is best for the Apache and have given me your complete loyalty, even if we have differing opinions.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO:For your outstanding service to the Apache and her crew. I present you with the Silver Palm Medal.

EO_Courville says:
::applauds::

CMO_Powers says:
::applauds::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::applauds::

Host CO_Storal says:
::hands her the medal::

CSO_Marsland says:
::stands and applauds::

TO_Hembrook says:
::applauds politely::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: applauds and whistles ::

CNS_Solaa says:
::grins and claps hard::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Thank you sir.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::applauds::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
:;applauds loudly::

XO_Naegle says:
::turns and stands with the captain::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::steps up to the podium again::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
All: During a recent meeting... I have come to realize that I was wrong about a few things..

CSO_Marsland says:
::sits again::

CNS_Solaa says:
::whispers:: CMO: Oh? The Admiral is wrong ? ::sarcastic:: Never...

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: listens ::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
All: Well perhaps not a few... more so namely one... and that is my underestimation of a certain Captain...

TO_Hembrook says:
::listens quietly and attentively::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Admirals usually are.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::turns and looks at the CO:: CO: After reviewing several of the Apache's past missions, I can see that you have indeed pulled this crew through some of the worst circumstances that this universe can throw at a Starship and after some serious thinking, I could not ignore it any longer....

CSO_Marsland says:
::waits for the .. "but"..::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::picks up a small box and turns to the CO:: CO: Captain, you have indeed proved yourself as the Flagship Captain of sector 1121 and it is with pleasure that I award you the Silver Palm medal. ::hands him the box and shakes his hand::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::loudly applauds the CO::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::applauds::

TO_Hembrook says:
::applauds ::

CNS_Solaa says:
::her hands red now, Ryn continues to clap vigorously for her captain::

CSO_Marsland says:
::applauds::

MO_Turok says:
::Applauding the CO::

Host CO_Storal says:
::a look of shock comes across his face as he quickly regains his composure:: Miller:Thank you Sir. ::shakes her hand::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::smirks slightly and whispers to the CO:: CO: It isn't often I admit I'm wrong Captain... enjoy the moment... ::winks at him::

XO_Naegle says:
::applauds the CO and smiles at him::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: applauds loudly ::

EO_Courville says:
::applauds::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::stands back and applauds::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::looks down at the crew:: All: Enjoy the rest of the evening if you will. There is a buffet at the back of the hall for your dining pleasure... dismissed.

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I'll make you a medal or something later tonight.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::stands up and walks over to Gina::

TO_Hembrook says:
::Stands up::

XO_Naegle says:
::walks over to Tom:: CSO: Well, that was wonderful, wasn't it?

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: Congratulation, Miss Hembrook.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: We should all be thanking you.

TO_Hembrook says:
CEO: And to you, Commander.

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: It was.. very nice. ::smiles::

CNS_Solaa says:
::looks at him with one eyebrow raised:: CMO: YOU make something other than a drink? This I gotta see... ::smirks:: Didn't know you were so fond of metallurgy...

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: stands up and walks over to the CEO and TO :: CEO/TO: Congratulations, both of you

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: Why do you say that like that, Tom?

MO_Turok says:
::Looks at the newest commander::

Host CO_Storal says:
Miller: I have to say Im surprised at your turn of thinking Sir.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
CTO: And to you, Lieutenant.   :)

TO_Hembrook says:
CEO: I just did what any other officer with my training and experience would have done Sir.

EO_Courville says:
ALL: Time to celebrate, Drinks are on the Captain. ::Grins::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I never said it was going to be out of metal. Cardboard maybe ::grins at Ryn::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
TO: I know. You would make a fine officer in the Klingon military.

TO_Hembrook says:
CTO: Congratulations Sir.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::steps down from the podium after collecting her PADDs::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to Turok::

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Just didn't think I'd hear her talk like that.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
MO: Congratulations, Turok.

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: You mean, admitting she's human?

TO_Hembrook says:
CEO: Fine praise coming from you Commander, thank you. I'm honored you think me worthy.

MO_Turok says:
CEO: Don't let her kid you, she is one of a kind sir. We are lucky to have her.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
TO: Thank you Gina, you did a fine job on the vaccine.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::walks up to the MO::  MO: Congratulations, my friend.

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Exactly. ::grins:: But congratulations.

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: Thanks.  Let's go mingle, shall we?

TO_Hembrook says:
CTO: I just did my job Sir.

MO_Turok says:
CEO: Thank you sir, I have several outstanding examples in this crew.

Ensign Tyler says:
::walks into the lounge::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods in appreciation of Turok’s words::

CNS_Solaa says:
::pecks him on the cheek:: CMO: You're too sweet, darling.

CMO_Powers says:
::walks over to the TO:: TO: No more vaccines, you'll put me out of a job.

CNS_Solaa says:
::stands up to go congratulate the promotees::

MO_Turok says:
OPS: Thank you, You're next. ::Smiling at OPS::

Ensign Tyler says:
::looks around, and sees a striking Admiral, and walks up to her::

OPS_Ryushi says:
::notices the newest crew member enter::

TO_Hembrook says:
CMO: I'll be happy to let you run sickbay Sir. I'll go back to walking the decks.

OPS_Ryushi says:
::attempts smiling at Turok::

CMO_Powers says:
TO: I'm sure you do more than that.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
TO: After the celebration you and I need to speak.  Tomorrow, tonight is for drink and food.

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Sounds good. ::walks next to the XO::

EO_Courville says:
::goes toward the booze in the lounge::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::looks back at the CO:: CO: Oh really? And how's that?

TO_Hembrook says:
CTO: Speak about what Sir?

Ensign Tyler says:
::looks for a chance to interrupt:: Admiral_Miller: How are you tonight ma'am?

Host CO_Storal says:
Miller: Well after today it just seems that your not stubborn or thickheaded at all ::chuckles::

XO_Naegle says:
::walks over to the buffet table with Tom and the other crew::

CMO_Powers says:
CTO: Whatever it is, I'm sure it can be forgotten about. Ms Hembrook is a hero.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::walks up to the XO::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Congratulations, sir.

CSO_Marsland says:
::starts to fill a plate with food::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
CMO: Well doctor it can be forgotten for tonight, on that I agree

XO_Naegle says:
CEO: To you as well, Commander.

TO_Hembrook says:
CMO: I only did what had to be done in your absence Sir, I'm sure you would have done it faster and better.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::blinks and looks at the CO with a stern look:: CO: Shhh, don't let the crew hear you. They'll think I'm getting soft or something...

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::blinks at the Ensign:: Tyler: Can I help you Ensign?

Ensign Tyler says:
::overhears the Admiral as he stands there, and makes a few notes on his PADD::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns to the CSO::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Tom, there's something I’d like to say ....

CMO_Powers says:
TO: You must have done something pretty bad.

Ensign Tyler says:
::looks up:: Admiral_Miller: No ma'am.. just saying hi.  First time here at this starbase, thought I'd start by making friends from the top.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: excuses him self and goes to the bar to order 'Hurricane' ::

TO_Hembrook says:
CMO: I'd tend to agree Sir, but I have no idea what that might be.

Host CO_Storal says:
Miller: Very well then Sir. Excuse me, but I’m going to get something to eat. ::walks over to the buffet::

CSO_Marsland says:
CEO: You don't need to say anything. I wasn't in a good mood that day either.  I apologize for my.. rude... behavior.

EO_Courville says:
::opens a bottle of fine Whiskey and enjoys::

CNS_Solaa says:
::claps Gina on the back:: TO: I was so sure you'd get promoted, Gina!

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::takes a relieved breath:: CSO: And I. It was ... unbecoming ... of me.

TO_Hembrook says:
CNS: Thank you Counselor.

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: You have always been an asset to the Apache, Tom. Qa'Pla!

CNS_Solaa says:
TO: But, hey! Humanitarian Medal is no small thing! Haven't seen many on the transcripts here.

CMO_Powers says:
TO: After the job you did in my absence, if you need any support I'll back you up.

CSO_Marsland says:
CEO: Same for you K'hora. Qa'Pla!

TO_Hembrook says:
CMO: Thank you Sir.

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::raises her eyebrows and looks him up and down appraisingly:: Tyler: Well, that's very ambitious of you Ensign.... trying to suck up at this early in your career?

XO_Naegle says:
CEO/CSO: I see you two have made up. ::grins::

CEO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods to Tom, a little embarrassed to have shown such open displays of affection in front of the XO::

Ensign Tyler says:
::flashes the Admiral his award-winning smile:: Admiral_Miller: No ma'am. Like I said, just friends.  Care to join me at the buffet?

Host CO_Storal says:
::fills a plate and cup, the sits down at his table::

TO_Hembrook says:
CNS: The medal is fine, but I'd trade it in a second if it would get Ensign Strickland and Ensign McGuyver back.

EO_Courville says:
::Walks over to the CTO: CTO: Congrat's Sir.

CMO_Powers says:
::puts an arm round Ryn:: CNS: Fancy a drink?

CSO_Marsland says:
::smiles at Janet as he finishes filling his plate and goes to take a seat::

XO_Naegle says:
::finishes filling her plate:: CEO: It's okay, K'hora, you can be an affectionate Klingon.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: takes a drink of his drink and looks around at the crew :: EO: Thank you ensign.  Ensign sorry about your friend

TO_Hembrook says:
::Heads for the door and starts back for the ship::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::pauses as he smiles at her and can't help but smirk very slightly:: Tyler: Actually, thank you.. but I have a meeting I must attend...

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Oh no no no...

EO_Courville says:
CTO: I have a feeling he is happy, He died like he wanted and by now he is probably not sober in the great beyond if I knew him well enough.

Ensign Tyler says:
::sighs:: Admiral: Alright. Perhaps later then?

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: raises glass :: EO: Here here

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: After what happened last time? Oh no no no no... ::shakes her head and winces just thinking  about her awful headache::

EO_Courville says:
::raises the whiskey bottle::

Host Admiral_Miller says:
::nods and raises her eyebrows:: Tyler: Good day to you, Ensign... ::heads out of the lounge::

Action: The crew of the Apache eat up and party til the break of dawn....

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