Cast of Characters:

CO     Commander Grey-Feather			played by      Ted Wharton
XO 	 	Lt. Cmdr. Wolf                                       	played by     John Flory
FCO  Commander Hope Lane                                played by     Pam Bruyere
CTO  Lieutenant Junior Grade Salor                    played by     Jon Benson
CIV   Commander Mrlr				played by     Beth Kelley
CNS   Ens Aries Wharton				played by     Andrew Cotterly

NPCs:
Various                                                    			 played by     Rich Robbins

Prologue: The Apache is just approaching Risa with what is left of the Romulan Delegation. They have not had any problem with any future visitors since the one Romulan delegate committed suicide before being captured. Hopefully they can deliver the rest of the delegates with no more problems.

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FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: still at the helm as they approach Risa :: CO: Approaching Risan control space.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::at tactical monitoring the area::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Stands on the bridge, watching planet draw nearer on the view screen::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: sits in his chair on the bridge:: FCO: Very good Hope, approach speed please

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: nods :: CO: Aye sir.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: Wolf contact Risa and see where we can drop our cargo

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Aye Captain

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
:: opens a com channel to Risa::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
:: stalking through the corridors with one of the devices::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: slows the Apache :: CO: Standard orbit once we've been cleared sir?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: signals the delegation guards to have them prepared for departure::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CTO: Keep all security measures in place.  This would be the last chance for an attack
FCO: Yes.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: Security is already in place sir.

 Rich says:
@Planet OPS Says: COM: Apache: This is Planetary Operations come in Apache.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
:: heads over towards the area where the Romulans are staying::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CIV*: Report Mrlr, how is the hunting?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
COM:Risa: Planetary OPS this is the Apache request priority clearance

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: begins the attitude change preparing for orbit ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says  ::notices Mrlr coming and nods to her::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
CO: I don't mean to interrupt, but what will happen since the Romulans are missing a delegate? Is there a replacement or is that not our concern?

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::lets the disappointment show in her tone:: *CO*: haven't found anything yet.  I'm checking around the Romulan quarters.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::smiles at the sec guy and continues down the corridor::

 Rich says:
@Planet OPS: COM: Apache: Roger you are cleared and are to dock with the orbiting platform on the other side of the planet.

CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CNS: Not our concern.  I will contact the Romulans once we are in orbit and make my report

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: nods:: CO: Okay. Fair enough

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CIV*: Be careful

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says  ::wonders what that would be like  then shivers at the thought::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
*CO*: ::grinning:: Now where's the fun in that?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
COM: Planetary OPS: Roger and suggest you have a security contingent meet us upon docking

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:; hears Risan operations and begins moving into position with the docking platform ::

 Rich says:
@<Planet OPS> COM: Apache: It has already been taken care of Apache. They will meet the delegation at the airlock upon arrival. Planetary Operations out.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: scanning the orbit of the planet making sure there is no one that is not suppose to be there::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: Sir, everything is checking out at the moment.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
COM: Planetary OPS: Very good Apache out

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::closes the channel::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: All sorted

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CIV*: Fun is for later.  Let’s get the Romulans off the ship

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CTO/XO: Outstanding gentlemen

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: What is outstanding sir?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Coming up on the docking platform Captain. Beginning final approach now.

Action: The Apache get an emergency hail from the platform.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
:: checks the corridors and now  heads towards the various rooms around the Romulans::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: carefully slows the Apache to manoeuvring thrusters and lines up the hatch access ::

 Rich says:
@Platform OPS Says COM: Apache: Apache do not dock. Repeat do not dock bring the ship to station keeping and hold there for now.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: scanning the platform trying to ascertain the emergency::  XO/CO: Scanning sir.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: You heard them Hope. Abort approach

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
Out loud : And the hits just keep coming :: smirks ::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: quickly backs off the Apache from the platform :: CO: Backing us off Captain.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
COM: Planetary OPS: Understood

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: I am detecting an electric problem with their docking port.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CTO: Shields up

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Why am i not surprised

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: takes the ship to station keeping a few hundred meters off the docking platform :: CO: At station keeping sir.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: raises shields::   CO: Shields are powered

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: The way things are going that electrical problem is a timing device
FCO: Very good Hope

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
CO: An explosive?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Recommend shifting power to the shields and SIF

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: signals for the guard detail to double with the delegation::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: Do it

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: It seems they have the problem under control, the problem is stabilizing.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::nods and makes the neccessary adjustments::

CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: Have engineering scram another auxiliary reactor

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
*EO*: Scram another auxiliary reactor

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
EO_Fixem Says: Aye sir ::begins to do as instructed::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CIV*: We are holding position off the station, electrical trouble.

 Rich says:
@<Platform OPS> COM: Apache: Apache this is platform Operations you are now cleared to dock with the platform. Sorry about the problem.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
COM: Planetary OPS: Understood OPS

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
*CO*: I've heard that one before.  Better put a force field around all sensitive areas in the ship.  That might be the signal for any insurgents to start something here.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Sighs:: CO: I guess we're all set now.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: stands :: COM: Planetary OPS : This is Commander Grey-feather, ETR on the facilities.  We have a high priority delegation on board

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: Perhaps a beam over would be in order captain.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CNS: Yes set for a long wait

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CIV*: Good idea Mrlr

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
CO: And in that time?

 Rich says:
@Platform Says OPS: Apache: You can dock any time now we have the situation under control.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: turns and gives the bridge crew a quick glance ::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CTO: raise force fields around critical areas

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::reinforces the shields in all critical areas::   CO: Yes sir.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: that was a little too quick for my liking

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CTO: I prefer a shuttle...well I guess that ends that

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
CO: I agree with the XO. Perhaps a transport or shuttle would be better than docking the ship.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: waits for the Captain's docking order ::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::walks up to the sec guys around the delegate's door:: Sec guys: Eyes open...something stinks here and it's not the day old Gagh.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec guy Says  CIV: Yes mam,  we are ready for anything.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: Request standard orbit assignment and let the Planetary OPS know the delegation will arrive by shuttle

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Hope you feel like getting some fresh air?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Fresh air sir?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: Sir i believe the air circulation system is working up to specs sir. are you uncomfortable with the air sir?

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Well fresh if the scrubbers on the shuttle have been serviced recently :: grins ::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Giggles slightly at the CTO's comment::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: chuckles :: CO: Of course sir. I'm sure my shuttles are in perfect working order.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::looks around at Salor:: CTO: It’s a human expression Salor

 Rich says:
@Platform OPS Says COM: Apache: What is the hold up Apache. Why haven't you docked yet?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
XO: Sorry sir.  ::goes back to his console::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::smiles::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: Tell them we are coming, sheesh :: grins ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
COM: Planetary OPS: Were on our way OPS
 Rich says:
@Platform OPS Says COM: Apache: You should already be here what is the hold up?

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
COM: Platform OPS : The delegation will be transferred by shuttle.  We will be launching shortly

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
Self: Bossy bugger isn’t he

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: stands and hands over the helm to Chatters who has just come onto the bridge ::

 Rich says:
@Platform OPS Says COM: Apache: Roger have them dock in shuttle bay 2.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: That is what worries me

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: be careful. It takes a while to break a new CO in

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Sir, will you be accompanying us?

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CIV*: Mrlr, Hope and I are in route.  We are using the shuttle to transport the delegation

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: The delegation guards are standing by to escort them to the shuttle bay.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
CO: A second shuttle as back-up, sir? The shuttle itself is a target on its own.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Wouldn’t miss it

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
*CO*: I'll be here waiting.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: heads for the turbo lift ::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
XO: You have the bridge Wolf.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Aye skipper

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CTO: Be ready to cover the shuttles

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: stepping into the TL:: CTO: Salor if you see anything threatening my shuttle...I would be much appreciative if you would blow it out of the sky

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: calls the shuttle bay ::* SB*: This is Commander Lane. Have a shuttle ready to go when the Captain and I get there.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Looks around:: CO: Think i should go too, sir? I'm sure i could be of assistance.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: I believe you mean to say target and destroy sir.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: smiles at Salor and Wolf as she moves to the back of the lift ::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CNS: Hurry up then, cause if we run short on seats you will have to ride in the closet

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Smiles:: CO: Aye, sir. :: Steps into the TL::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
:: winks at Lane::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
:: yawns and leans against the bulkhead waiting for the others::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
Computer : Deck 2 VIP quarters

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::turns to the Helmsman:: AFCO_Chatters: Be ready to run interference for the shuttle

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
AFCO Chatters Says XO: Aye sir, I'll be ready should you need me.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::nods:: ALL: On our toes people i smell an ambush

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
XO: i would prefer to stay on the flats of my feet if you don't mind. And I’ll inform engineering to check the air circulation system, since there seems to be  problem.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::turns to Salor smiling:: CTO: Remind me to educate you in human sayings

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: steps off the TL and heads for where the Delegation and Mrlr are:: FCO: Why does this seem easier than we know it is going to be?

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Follow the CO::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::leans against the bulkhead and meticulously checks a razor sharp claw::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: follows the Captain out of the lift :: CO: Maybe everything will be fine sir.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO/CO: Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Sure, and let me know when Elvis gets here.  :: big mischievous grin ::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::looks up and sees them coming down the corridor:: CO: About time ... ::grins::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: sees Mrlr and smiles ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says  ::sees the CO::   CO: Sir.  :: standing at attention::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CIV: I hope that is not for me :: looks at her claw ::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Smiles and nods at the CIV::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: That's so true counsellor.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: I try my best. :: Grins::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::doesn't say anything...just gives the CO a long look and an evil grin::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
Sec1: At ease, prepare to escort the delegation and us to the shuttle bay

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says  CO: Yes sir :: turns and gathers the rest of the security making ready to move the delegation::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec2 Says  ::runs up to the CO::  CO: Both of the delegations are ready sir. and the security escort is standing by.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
All: Then lets get Ambassador to his meeting

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::mutters under her breath just loud enough for the CO to hear:: out loud: not to mention one very ticked off kitty is standing by too.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CTO: Anything on sensors?

Action: The group move off towards the Shuttle bay with the security both in front and behind them.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
XO: Nothing as of yet. it is all clear.
 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: keeps his hand on his phaser, wishing he had his rifle with him ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CTO: Be ready in case our unwanted friends turn up

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Walks along, ready for any attack::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: moves quickly to the front of the group :: CO: Sir, shall I run ahead and make sure the shuttle is ready?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
XO: I am always ready sir.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
Self: I just love Vulcan’s

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: as they arrive at the shuttle bay door:: FCO: You go ahead and pre-flight us and we will see the ambassador gets on safe and sound

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: nods and scurries ahead to the shuttle ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says CO: Sir shall we accompany you sir?  With yourself and the delegations, you all need the extra security.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: gets into the pilot's seat and begins the pre-flight check list ::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
Sec1: Very well

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CTO: Be ready to go to red alert

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: motions for the ambassador to get on board, ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
AFCO: Keep us close to those shuttles

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says ::moves back to relay the orders to guard the captain and the delegations at all times::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: her console lights up as she taps each control ::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Starts making idle chatter with one of the delegate as they walk towards the shuttle, calming him down.::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::waits to be the last in the shuttle::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
AFCO Chatters Says XO: You want us to follow them sir?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
*CO*: Your cleared for departure.....We’ll cover you once your clear. Good hunting

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec4 Says  CIV: Do not worry i will have your back.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
AFCO: Keep them covered

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::chuckles, reaches up and pats Sec4 on the cheek:: Sec4: that's so cute.  Now get in. ::pushes him into the shuttle and follows him in::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
XO: we can cover more space if we stay back.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CTO: Very well. Make it so

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
<Sec2>  ::laughing at Sec4::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: boards the shuttle and takes the seat next to Hope, turns around facing back to make sure the delegation gets in::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: looks around :: All: Everyone in?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec4>  Sec2: Shut up  ::smacks him in the back of the head::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
Sec4/2: Now, now gentlemen. ::gives them a look::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: closes the rear hatch :: CO: All set Captain.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec3 Says   Sec 2/4: I hear she's weird,   stay away form her  ::laughing::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Lets get moving then

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
*XO*: Bridge, we're ready for departure, requesting clearance.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says  SEC2/3/4: All of you shut up and stay alert.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: Smiles:: Sec3: Weird as a matter of perspective. :: Shakes head:: Sec1: Thank you.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
*FCO*: You’re all cleared. Good Hunting

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: reves up the engines as she waits ::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
:;settles into a seat next to the CO and leans back with a sigh:: CO: Ah...finally a chance to sit down and relax.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: with a big smile on his face :: Sec3: Which one is weird?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
*XO*: Acknowledged and thanks.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CIV: You love your job and you know it :: grins ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec3 Says  ::straightening up ::  CO:  Uhm.... No one sir.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::chuckles:: CO: Just don't tell anyone...makes it harder to ask for a raise.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: points to the CIV:: Sec3 : Did you mean her?

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
FCO: Hope...think you could do a few looopdy loops just for fun?

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CIV: Maybe if you buttered up the CO he might be able to help with that raise

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec3 Says  CO:  OHH  no sir,  defiantly not weird,  no sir.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: lifts the shuttle off the deck and towards the opening :: CO: Clearing the shuttle bay now sir. Heading for the shuttle bay on the platform.

Action: The Shuttle powers up rises and make its turn around and then comes to a complete stop.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec4 Says  ::laughing to himself::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::laughs lightly:: Sec3: Good choice.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Don’t tell me, we out of gas?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec3 Says  ::thinks to self  oh god I’m dead know, oh those claws::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: smiles back at Mrlr :: CIV: Maybe on the way back? :: notices the power drop ::

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
Sec guys: Stay alert

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::flicks an ear at the sec guy and is about to say something when the shuttle stopped:: Out loud: Short trip...I somehow remembered it being a bit longer.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: punches her panel :: CO: The Shuttle bay doors are not opening sir.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Sec1 Says CO: Yes sir,   ::glares at the other 3::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
:: sighs:: CIV: I thought so too. Surprised me...

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
FCO: You were saying something about this being easy

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::monitoring the shuttle::  XO: There seems to be a problem with the shuttle sir.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::turns slightly:: CTO: Report

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
CO: I better get out and see if I can see anything from the outside.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
*CO* Is there a problem sir, I am noticing a problem with the shuttle.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Sorry Captain, but I'm going to have to put us down until we get the doors open.

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CIV: Go ahead, give me a shout if you need me to get out and push :: flexes his arms jokingly ::
 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
*CTO*: We lost power in the shuttle

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::chuckles and stands up:: FCO: Hope...mind letting me out?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
XO: The shuttle bay doors are not opening

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CIV: I suggest we all sit still Mrlr. I have a bad feeling about this.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Sighs and thinks of the old childish, immature comment, "Are we there yet?":: CO: Anything i can do sir?

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
:: turns towards the console and tries to help the FCO diagnose the problem :: FCO: See if I still remember anything from my engineering days

 CO_Cmdr_Grey-feather says:
CNS: Talk to the delegation, keep them at ease

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Nods and starts with the idle chatter again::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::grabs a tricorder from the rack by the door:: FCO: We aren't going to get those doors open by 
themselves. :: let’s herself out of the shuttle and heads over to the console::

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