Cast of Characters:
CO     Cmdr. Joshua Grey-feather              	played by     Ted Wharton
XO    Lt. Cmdr. Wolf                          	 played by     John Flory
CIV   Commander Mrlr                       	 	played by     Beth Kelley-Wharton
FCO  Commander Hope Lane                 		played by     Pam Bruyere
OPS  Lieutenant Salor                          	 played by     Jon Benson
CNS  Ensign Aries Marie Wharton             	 played by     Andrew Cotterly

NPCs:
Various                                       			 played by     Rich Robbins 

Prologue: The Apache has made it to Phil Miginis and have found that getting the ship repaired is not going to be as easy as they had hoped. It seems that the planet is having somewhat of a shipping problem because of the pirates.

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FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
::  Stands with Gorgon waiting for his answer about getting the needed parts for the repairs :: Gorgon: I hear you can find almost anything.  :: grins ::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
:: standing still talking to Gorgon::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
:: sits in his chair waiting::

 Gorgon says:
FCO: I have way yes.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: Standing by while the CO is talking to Gorgon::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
:: walks out of the airlock and heads towards the rest::

 Gorgon says:
:: takes a PADD from one of his people:: CO: Oh this is quite a list of items that you need going to be expensive.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: watches the CO's reaction ::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Walks out of the airlock not far behind the CIV and stands next to the FCO:: FCO: Is there anything your going to need help with?

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
Gorgon:  That is what the 34th rule says, "War is good for business".  But I am sure we can trade services instead of latinum

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: turns to the CNS :: CNS: You handy with a spanner? :: smiles ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::looks around the bridge::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Half smiles:: FCO: I can be. ::Giggles::

 Gorgon says:
CO: That is a possibility I could use some freighter escorts services with all these pirates around. What would you say to 7 months of escort service for all the parts you need?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::settles down into his chair and sighs::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::leans to the CO:: CO: I am not sure that Starfleet would agree with that.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::walks up and stands besides the CO:: Gorgon: I'd say that your lobes are screwed on too tight.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: I'm sure we can come up with something, If we get the parts that is.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Smiles:: FCO: Fair enough.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
Gorgon: Starfleet command is not as understanding about profit as men such as you and I, they would never allow that long a term.  You supply me with the parts and you will have your escort for 90 days

 Gorgon says:
CIV: It makes me no never mind you can always order the parts from Starfleet. It should only take a couple of day for them to get here if they get here.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::picks up a PADD and begins going over the crew roster::

 Gorgon says:
CO: Sorry Captain 6 months is my best offer if you don't want they call Starfleet. :: Tucks the PADD under his arm and make like he is leaving::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: glances over at Mrlr and then whispers to the CNS :: CNS: Oh just a thought, you may want to brush up on your doctoring skills. :: indicates the CIV ::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::smiles sweetly:: Gorgon: And you turn down the chance for profit?  And here I thought that you were the premier trader in this area. ::shrugs:: I guess I heard wrong.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Whispers back:: FCO: Pregnant, huh. ::Smiles:: I'm sure i can be ready for that. How far along is she, do you know?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Not sure, but I understand that Caitians deliver pretty quickly.

 Gorgon says:
CIV: Well maybe I know something you don't. Besides I am making a good profit so I don't need the hassles of trying to deal with a bunch of humans that think they can out do a Ferengi.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
Gorgon: The strong-arm technique, a bargaining style of a lobe less Ferengi.  I expected more out of you.   Well some become Daimon and other just scrub the floors

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Nods:: FCO: I'll keep that in mind. I'll look over her records a little later...when and if I have time off from repairs.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: smiles :: CNS: Let's hope the repairs and the pregnancy don't last too long.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: turns back to Gorgon and the Captain ::

 Gorgon says:
CO: As I told your friend here it is no skin off my lobes . We will talk later that I am sure of. :: turns and leaves the dock area:: And by the way Captain thanks for the delivering my lost crew. :: continues to walk away::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::looks over her shoulder:: CNS: You do realize that Caitians have extraordinary hearing...right? ::gives the FCO a wink that the CNS can't see::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
:: puts the PADD down and stands pulling his jacket down::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: What is our next move sir.  ::watching Gorgon walking away::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: smiles at Mrlr ::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Well Captain, are we getting the supplies we need or not?

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Smiles:: CIV: I've kept up enough with my studies.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::growls:: CO: Extortion...pure and simple.  How about I go and show him exactly what I think of his tactics. ::flexes her claws::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CTO: Call Starfleet for supplies:: said loud enough the Ferengi should be able to hear:: And make sure they know why we need them and to send enough ships to engage any threat

 Rich says:
Gorgon says:: chuckles and keeps walking::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::growls again:: CO: Ferengi`s make my claws itch.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: I will contact Starfleet at once.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CIV: I was thinking the same thing, but he wants something from us as well.  Lets see how long it takes for him to come back to us...we are not going anywhere.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::begins to wander around the bridge::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
CO: Is there something you are going to want me to do, sir?

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
:: motions to the CTO so nobody can here to belay that order::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::nodding in understanding::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CNS: Check with the XO and department heads.  See where they need help.  Until we get parts we are on our own

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::grins:: CO: Why don't I make him a little eager to get us off this station.  Enough that he'll be willing to bargain?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::turns to the FCO:  FCO: My staff is ready to assist in anyway they can Cmdr.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Nods:: CO: Yes, Captain

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Sir, since we can't continue the repairs for the moment, may I do a little snooping on my own?

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
*XO*: Is there anything that needs to be done, sir? Since we've been having trouble getting supplies, it seems our repairs are going to slow down to a crawl.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CIV: I thought we might contact the other shippers on the planet, they may want our help with Gorgon.  Besides, not much profit if the Apache destroys his freighters as soon as they leave orbit

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CTO: Thanks Salor. I'll be sure and let you know. :: smiles ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
FCO: If you were to, snoop as you say, it would not be wise to go alone.  ::looks to the captain::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
FCO: Sure Hope, but take an extra set of eyes with you.  I don’t trust this Ferengi not to kidnap crew.  You can have the CNS; she is out of work at the moment

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::nods:: CO: I'll go scout around and find out who is heir to the shipping throne around here.  I've found that those who are eager to take over are usually the ones that are the quickest to help.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
:slowly paces the bridge::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CO: Sure thing sir.
CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::takes his phaser out and holds it out for Ms. Lane::  FCO: Take this you my have need of it.
 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CIV: See what you can find.  ::whispers :: Be careful love.  :: in normal voice :: Report anything new developments Mrlr.  :: grins ::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Nods:: CO: Yes, sir. ::Looks to the FCO::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CTO: I don't like those things Salor, but in this case, I believe I will. :: takes the phaser with two fingers ::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::CO: ::smiles back:: AS you wish. ::turns and heads in the direction the Ferengi took::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Well counselor, up to a little sleuthing?

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Grins:: FCO: Always. Tis my job isn't?

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CTO: Start tracking shipping on and off this planet.  I want to know every ship and any reoccurring patterns.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
getting a strange look in his face::  CNS/FCO: You two, do be careful.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Looks over to the CTO:: CTO: We'll take care of each other. We'll be fine.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
*XO*: Wolf put that oversize sasquatch foot into engineering’s backside.  Patch as many systems and holes as they can.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: Do I have permission to use any means necessary sir?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: winks at the CNS and then smiles at Salor :: CTO: I'm packing now. :: pats the phaser as she tucks it into her belt.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Giggles lightly::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
::mumbles:: Himself: Wonder how much we can strip off this dock for supplies?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Ok, let's start with......oh let's say one of the cargo bays.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
CTO: Of course.  They fired first.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Nods:: FCO: Sounds good to me.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
CO: Yes sir,  I'll be in the shipping office should you need me.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::turns and heads into the docking area of the station making his way toward the shipping office::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: begins walking away from the others :: CNS: I'd appreciate any ideas you come up with too. Two heads are better than one they say. Problem is, I've never figured out who "they" are. :: laughs ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::slowly turns and returns to his seat::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Walking beside her:: FCO: Who knows who they are. But "They" sure know a lot. ::giggles:: I'm not sure what to think of this all, but this Gorgon...I have a feeling that he is in charge of these pirates. As for repairs...we have really nothing to bargain with.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::walking amongst the workers on the dock with his hands together touching finger tips trying to avoid anyone and listening to the  talk on the deck::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
:: enters the Apache and heads for the bridge ::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Yeah, Gorgon is a strange fish isn't he? He knows darn well, that we can't tie the Apache down to him for even a week.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: What else have we got to trade?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::rubs his forehead::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::follows the signs leading to the office making sure no one notices him taking the corridor 
Toward it::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Maybe keeping his butt out of a Starfleet brig?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: enters a lift and waits for the counselor ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
*CO*: Understood mon capitan

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
:: steps out of the turbo lift as the XO is rubbing his forehead :: XO: Careful, I am not helping you put those ridges back on if you scratch them off

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
*EO*: What’s the status off our repairs down there

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Steps in after her:: FCO: You mean promise him amnesty?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::smiles::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::stops in front of the door to the office and looks both ways making sure he isn't seen  and steps into the office as the doors open::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: I don't think Starfleet would go that far, and besides we'd have to have proof he's guilty first.

 Rich says:
EO_Pair says *XO*: We have most of the systems as far on line as we can however we still need some parts to finish bringing thing up to 100%

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
:: sits down at a console and begins bringing up ships status::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: Tell them we are taking donation, even from other ships or off this space dock...just don’t blow us up

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: waits as lift moves up ::

 Action: The Office that the CTO enters has a few Ensigns working in it.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
*EO*: Thank you. Good work

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: True. Well, this leaves turning the tables in our favor...I'm starting to like Mrlr's view on this.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Seems our EO has a handle on things but still needs those spares

 Rich says:
Ensign Toad says CTO: May I help you?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: We just need something...anything to point the guilt at Gorgon. All legal of course. :: grins ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Ens. Toad:  There is problem down in docking bay that needs attention.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: How do you catch a pirate? Be a pirate. ::Smiles::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: As I said, time for a scavenger hunt.  This Gorgon character wants to play games.  He is playing with the wrong ship

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: He’s a typical Ferengi

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Now you're using that head of yours. We'll play pirates.

 Rich says:
Ensign Toad says CTO: Really I am not aware of it however I thinks security can handle it. What ship are you from?

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::wandering through the space dock looking for anyone or anything interesting::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Maybe we should appropriate what we need and give him and IOU to hand the Admiral

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: That is the premise of a scavenger hunt:: smirks ::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: I used to find dealing with Ferengi`s amusing, but not when it comes to my ship and crew

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: Haven't "played" that since i was a young girl.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Supply reacquisition

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::sees a dealer and walks over:: Dealer: Big station, you have here.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Toad: I am from the Apache.  I was making my security sweep, when one of the workers was complaining about a shipment, i offered to help and asked for me to relay it to you, and ask if you could come down and help.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: peeks out as the lift comes to a stop :: CNS: Ok, let's go. If anyone asks, we're looking for our Captain or something.

 Rich says:
Jorel says CIV: yes ma'am what can I do for you?

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: Gotcha.

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
Jorel: I'm looking for a few supplies for my ship.  Was wondering if you had anything I might need?

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: Yep, and as soon as this old girl is operational.   We are going to reallocate some of Gorgon resources.

 Rich says:
Toad says CTO: I can send some people that way no problem. Also I have been informed of your ship and have been told to cooperate in any way you may need.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: walks towards the first of the station's cargo bays :: CNS: Look for anything we can use.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: Stealing?

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Toad: Then i am in need of the use of your computer.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:

CNS: Not stealing.....more like borrowing. We're Starfleet officers after all.
 Rich says:
Jorel says CIV: I can only see what I have? What items do you need?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: A fair portion I should hope

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: Got it. ::Points to a mass pile of crates:: What's in those? ::Walks over to them and tries to find a label::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
::leans against the door jam:: Jorel: here is what I need. :;starts to tick off a long list of supplies and parts they need::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: whispers :: CNS: Look for a inventory padd. There must be one around here.

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: A fair portion, I was thinking of using his shipping fleet as target practice.  Full or empty.

 Rich says:
Toad says CTO: We had a feeling that you probably would. You can use that one over there and you have complete access to all the shipping files.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: starts searching for said padd ::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::smiles:: CO: Could always use practice

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Follows suit and looks for the padd::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: After that we should have all the supplies we need, even sell some back to Gorgon :: smirks ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
Toad: that is acceptable.    :: not trusting anything and watches the movements of all and goes to the console::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Any luck yet?

 Rich says:
Jorel Says CIV: I do have some of them:: shows her the list of the item that he has:: But only a small part of them I am afraid.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: moves behind some crates ::

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::shakes head:: FCO: Nothing yet. ::Keeps searching::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::as he accesses the shipping data he takes note of the type 1 phaser he has hidden within his uniform::

CIV_Cmdr_Mrlr says:
Jorel: Well, if the price is right...we'll take them all.  How about some of the other dealers around here...I'm sure that there are a lot of people who would deal with us fairly.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Wonder if he has some Quantum torpedo’s floating around somewhere?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: sees a couple of people on the far side of the bay and points to the CNS as she tries to stay low ::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: Not likely that he is going to give us any of them.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::stays low as well::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: reads a label but it's in Ferengi :: Self: Darn, I should have listened more in language class.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::moves next to her and tries to read it::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: May have to be more persuasive with him. Could always pull his lobes off

 Rich says:
Dorker Says :: thinks he sees something move on the other side fo the dock:: All: Any one over there?

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: I promised Mrlr that honor

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::grimaces and looks at the FCO::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Your Ferengi any good?

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
CO: Well her claws are sharper

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
FCO: One class I didn't take. Managed to get around it. I took other languages instead...

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: Trust me I have seen her in action.  Even I think twice about getting in her way when she is mad

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: reaches down and her hand feels something on the floor :: CNS: Ooo what's this? :: picks up a small padd :: Here we go. Let's see......

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Still keeping low, looks over to the padd::

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::smiles:: CO: isn’t it a wise idea to stay out of any females way when there annoyed

 Rich says:
Dorker Says:: moves to where the CNS and FCO:: All:: Aahum may  I help you ladies?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Hmm, nothing much here, except...some isolinear replacement chips, a couple of .....:: hears a voice and stands up ::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
Dorker: Oh hi there. :: smiles broadly :: As a matter of fact there is.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Stands and looks at the man, then the FCO, then back to the man::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: Especially ones with claws, fangs, and are pregnant.

XO_Lt_Cmndr_Wolf says:
::smiles::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
Dorker: My friend here lost her favorite ring. It fell off as we were passing and rolled behind these crates, Could you find it for us?

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CNS: Tell the man about your ring.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
:: stands up getting what he needed::  Toad: Thank you for your assistance.

 Rich says:
Dorker Says FCO: Well then ladies you  should have come and asked for them.

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: carefully slides the padd between two crates as not to be noticed ::

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::he turns and walks out of the office::

 Rich says:
Toad Says CTO: Sure no problem and that console is open any time you need to use it.

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
::as he walks by him he just nods and exits the room as the door closes::  *CO* Sir I have found some information.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Nods:: Dorker: It really is an important ring to me. My husband gave it to me...unfortunately he died not too long ago. It was a gruesome accident...::tears up::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: looks at some of the crates noticing that they have labels written in Ferengi but a few have Starfleet insignia which looks strangely odd ::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
*CTO*: Good.  Return to the Apache so the XO and I can be briefed on what you have found.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
Dorker: Please! You have to help me find it! I...I don't know what I'd do without it...

CTO_LtJg_Salor says:
*CO* understood, on my way.  ::he walks back to the Apache::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: moves to comfort the counselor :: CNS: There, there dear. It's alright. This nice man is going to help us.

 Rich says:
Dorker Says CNS: That sounds bad so you can tell it to the Security Guards here. :: moves so that the security guards can take custody of the CNS and FCO::

 CO_Captain_Grey-feather says:
XO: Well lets hope what Salor found gives us a better position, or we can just stick with plan one and shoot every ship Gorgon owns :: smiles ::

FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: looks surprised :: Dorker: We are Starfleet officers, we don't lie.

CNS_Ens_Wharton says:
::Tears are still falling off her face:: Dorker: But...but....my ring...

 Rich says:
Dorker Says FCO: And you don't go sneaking around cargo bays either right? :: motions for the guards to escort the 2 away::

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