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SM:      Bafii			          Brain Fredrickson
CO:      Captain K`Beth	                        Beth
 XO:      Cmdr. James McDuggle         Rich
CSO:    Cmdr. Tarrez Hunter	          Char
CTO:    Lt. Ryan Williams                     Ryan
  OPS:    Ensign Rhian                           Ted

Host Bafii says:
Prologue: The Arondight is on course for Earth.  The chaos pirates seemingly defeated, the crew has earned some well-deserved RnR.
Host Bafii says:
The Captain has invited the senior staff to the crew lounge for an evening of games, music and fun.
Host Bafii says:
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CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::in the lounge making sure that all the glassware has been put away::
CO_K`Beth says:
::walks into the lounge and grins as she sees that Jeeves had done his usual superb job at getting things set up.  Sees Sykora:: CSO: Everything looks wonderful and ready.
XO_McDuggle says:
:: Waits for Sheri to get ready to head for the lounge::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: walks into the lounge :: CSO: Hello commander, how are you?
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: Yes it does ma'am.  OPS: ::smiles::  For the moment I am fine.  How are you?
CTO_Williams says:
::Walks into the lounge and wonders what drinks will be served::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: notices the CO:: CO: Hello captain, and before you ask I didn't bring a pitchfork to this party :: smiles ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::grins again and walks over to the bar and orders a scotch::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
::smiling a little bigger :: CSO: I do very well commander
XO_McDuggle says:
::offer his arm as Sheri enters the room:: Sheri: Shall we.
CO_K`Beth says:
::chuckles at Rhian:: OPS: Good...because I think the threat of two court martials within a six month period would be a Starfleet record we don't want to create.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: It is finally good to have an opportunity to just kick back and relax with my new crew.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Yes time to enjoy one self and forget the trials of your duties.
CTO_Williams says:
::Walks up to the bar and orders a shot of tequila::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: And time to get to know those around me ::smiles warmly::
XO_McDuggle says:
<Sheri> XO: Yes James lets go. :: takes her husband's arm::
XO_McDuggle says:
::Grabs a bottle of Bloodwine as they head for the lounge::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Yes, time with friends :: grins :: Can I get you anything from the bar commander
CTO_Williams says:
::Finishes his shot with a flourish, and heads over to where everyone else is gathered::
Host Dealer says:
::sitting at a table of towards one side of the room, he fans out the cards on the green felt, the red cards on top, the black on bottom::
CTO_Williams says:
::Nods to everyone, and takes a seat at the table::
CO_K`Beth says:
::sees the dealer is ready:: All: Looks like the game is about to start.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: A scotch on the rocks please ::smiles and hopes she sounds like she knows what she is talking about::
XO_McDuggle says:
::Enters the lounge with his wife::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: As you wish  :: walks to the bar and orders the CSO her drink.  Getting an empty snifter for the contents of the bottle he has brought::
CTO_Williams says:
::Motions that he is ready::
CO_K`Beth says:
::sits down at the table and sips her scotch:: CTO: I'm glad you could make it, Lt.
XO_McDuggle says:
::walks over to where the Captain is:: CO: Captain, I thought you might like some of this. :: shows her the bottle of Bloodwine::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: returns to the table with the drink, the empty glass and takes a seat near the CSO :: CSO: Your drink commander  :: hands the glass to her ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::smiles up at the XO:: XO: Now that looks good.  ::grins and waves for him and Sheri to join them at the table for the game::
CTO_Williams says:
CO: Of course... I don't mind showing up and teaching you folks how to play poker, captain.  ::Smiles::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes her drink and seats next to the OPS::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Thank you.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::motions for the XO to stop by her::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: pours a light blue liquid from his bottle into the snifter ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::chuckles:: CTO: Well I had a very good teacher so I think you are in for a run for your money. ::nods towards the CSO::
CTO_Williams says:
::Laughs:: CO: We shall see I guess.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles at the captain::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: I see you have some of the home stuff. ::Smiles::

XO_McDuggle says:
::Sets down in a chair nest to the captain after offering Sheri a chair:: CO: Thank you
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: smiles at the CSO and holds up his glass :: CSO: To your health commander :: motions towards the captain :: CO: And to yours captain.
CO_K`Beth says:
::downs her scotch and holds out her glass to the XO:: XO: So Commander, let's see if this is a good 'vintage' or not.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::raises her drink as well::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: drinks his ale as he waits for the game to begin ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::nods to the OPS and raises her glass in answer::
XO_McDuggle says:
::fills the Captain's cup and then fill one that he has gotten:: CO: Captain if this in not then I will have a few word for a certain Klingon friend that sent it to me.
CTO_Williams says:
:: Looks around for a drink server :: CO: Do we have anyone serving tonight captain?
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::frowns noticing the XO sat down before she got to talk to him... hope that she has another chance before any singing break out::
CO_K`Beth says:
::takes a swallow and then grins:: XO: Your friend has good taste.  Qa'pla!
CO_K`Beth says:
CTO: No Lt, just the bartender.  I wanted as much of the crew to have the night off also.
XO_McDuggle says:
CO: That is good to hear Captain. :: downs his drink:: Qa'pla!
Host Dealer says:
::he picks up the cards and shuffles:: All: Here we go, first round.  ::places a small disc in front of the Captain::
CTO_Williams says:
CO: Okay, I'll get a beer later.  ::Turns to the table::
Host Dealer says:
::he begins to deal out two face down cards to each player::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Forgive me commander but may I ask you a personal question?
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Sure. ::smiles as she waits for her cards::
XO_McDuggle says:
Sheri: Do you want anything to drink?
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Are of Romulan descent or Vulcan :: the word Vulcan seeming to have a negative tone to it ::
XO_McDuggle says:
<Sheri> XO: Yes I will however I will get it myself thank you.
Host Dealer says:
::once the cards are out, the Dealer turns to K'Beth since she has the disc in front of her:: CO: You're bet, Captain.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: ::turns and looks at him slightly after arranging her cards::  I am of Romulan and Betazoid descent. ::smiles warmly at him::
CTO_Williams says:
::Puts his cards down, and runs to the bar and runs back, with a beer.:: All: sorry... back.
CO_K`Beth says:
::looks at her cards and tosses two chips into the pile:: All: I bet 2 bars.

XO_McDuggle says:
::checks his cards and throws in 2 bars::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: arranges his cards :: CSO: How interesting to have a fellow Romulan serving with me.
CTO_Williams says:
ALL: I'd like to see the flop at least.  ::Tosses in 2::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Indeed.  I hope that my presence here brings you no farther trouble.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::tosses 2 in as well::
Host Dealer says:
::looks to the CSO, see if she will call, raise or fold::
Host Dealer says:
::turns to the Operations officer and waits::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: tosses in 2 bars, and takes a drink of his ale ::
Host Dealer says:
All: 5 players... here comes the flop.  ::deals out Ks 8c 3d:: 
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::drinks her scotch and makes a slight face as it burns going down::
Host Dealer says:
CO: Captain, your bet
XO_McDuggle says:
::refills the captain and his glasses::
CO_K`Beth says:
::tosses another chip in:: All: 1 bar ::takes another drink of the bloodwine and nods her thanks to the XO::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::frowns at the cards that flip up::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Commander I don't anticipate your company to bring anything to this evening except pleasure :: smiles again ::
Host Dealer says:
::faces the XO::
XO_McDuggle says:
::Tosses in 1 bar:: All: I'm in
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CSO: Well I was not necessarily referring to just tonight.
CTO_Williams says:
::Sighs, and throws 1 in:: Self: I hopes its worth it.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
All: I need some better cards before I can play in this game. ::smiles as she folds her hand::
Host Dealer says:
::takes the cards from the lady::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: tosses 1 bar, wants to see where this will go.  Takes another drink ::
Host Dealer says:
All: Okay, down to four players... the next card.  ::flips a 7h, so on the table now is Ks, 8c, 3d, 7h::   CO: Captain?
XO_McDuggle says:
<Sheri>:: takes her seat next to the XO:: XO: Well are we winning yet?
CO_K`Beth says:
::tosses in 3 chips:: All: 3 bars.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smirks as she looks around the table and thinks about scanning everyone's emotions just for the fun of it... after all she was out of the hand.::

XO_McDuggle says:
::tosses in 3 bars:: All: I will see that and raise 2 more:: tosses in 2 more bars::
Host Dealer says:
::turns to the CTO::  CTO: That is 5 to you, sir.
CTO_Williams says:
All: No thanks, ::Chuckles and throws his cards in::
Host Dealer says:
::takes the cards::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CTO: So how long have you been on the ship? ::smiles as he joins her ranks::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: tosses in 5 bars :: CO: Tell me captain do Klingons bluff :: smirks ::
Host Dealer says:
CO: That is 2 to you, ma'am.
CTO_Williams says:
CSO: Oh my.... a long, long time now... ::Turns to the XO:: XO: How much has it been McDuggle?  You’re the only one to have been here longer then I, I believe.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::chuckles at the OPS::  OPS: When don't they bluff somewhat? ::whispers::
CTO_Williams says:
::Thinks about it.... hm.... 2 years?::
CO_K`Beth says:
::tosses 3 more bars in and looks at the OPS:: OPS: Klingons do not know how to bluff.  And I raise you one more.
XO_McDuggle says:
CTO: It has been a while Lt.
Host Dealer says:
::raises an eyebrow as he watches the action::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::chuckles at K'Beth's comment::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
::smiles at the CSO :: CSO: Very true  :: whispers ::
Host Dealer says:
XO: One to you, sir.
CTO_Williams says:
CSO: For about 3 years almost, I would say.  We were all on the USS Titan before this ship.  That ship was destroyed by a space creature that could only be compared to a dragon of mythical proportions.
XO_McDuggle says:
::tosses in 3 more bars:: CO: Well Captain it is going to cost you 2 more.
Host Dealer says:
OPS: Sir, that's 3 more to you.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::offers this warning::  OPS: But dare you bluff a Klingon ::smirks but drops it when she hears the CTO::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: sees the 3 bars and raises 2 more:: CO: Well captain looks like one of us may get a lesson in it then :: grins ::
Host Dealer says:
CO: 4 to you, ma'am.
Host Dealer says:
All: Pot is capped at 10
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::turns to him::  CTO: A dragon. ::looks cautiously at K'Beth and think... "I thought only we had ever come across a dragon::
CO_K`Beth says:
::tosses 4 more bars in and chuckles:: CSO: We know a few things about dragons, don't we.
Host Dealer says:
All: 3 players then.  ::flips the last card, 10c making the cards on the table Ks, 8c, 3d, 7h, 10c::  CO: Captain?
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods to the CO::  CO: Aye ma'am we do.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: hears the comments about dragons and wonders if it has anything to do with a small planet in the Romulan system he knows about ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::tosses 4 bars in:: All: 4 bars.
XO_McDuggle says:
::folds his card:: All: It is too rich for me.
CTO_Williams says:
CSO: Yes, a dragon.  ::Turns to the cards in the flop, and then turns back to the CSO:: I was the CTO for that ship as well... but I could hold the ship together....  ::Looks away, recalling the time, looking quite upset, but then gathers himself::
Host Dealer says:
::turns to the Romulan in gold::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: tosses in 4 bars ::
Host Dealer says:
All: The bet is called, please show your cards.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: turns up his King of hearts and 4 of clubs , takes another drink of ale ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::places her Queen of clubs and 6 of spades on the table and grins:: OPS: Klingons don't bluff...but I am only a half Klingon.
Host Dealer says:
All: The gentleman with the pair of Kings wins.
Host Dealer says:
::shuffles::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::laughs at K'Beth::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Congratulations.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CO: So which half lost Captain :: smiles ::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Thank you commander
CTO_Williams says:
::Turns to the table and cards, and laughs:: Self: Oh my....
Host Bafii says:
ACTION: The next hand is dealt as OPS collects his winnings.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Oooo... trying to get a rise Lt?
CO_K`Beth says:
OPS: The Betazoid half...they never could play cards worth a damn. ::grins  and stands up:: All: And now that I have lost my retirement to you...it is only fair that I sing for my drinks.
XO_McDuggle says:
::refills the captain and his glasses again: CO: Better luck next time.
CTO_Williams says:
::Receives his next hand, and does not say anything this time::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::eyes widen::  CO: Captain, how about one more hand?
CTO_Williams says:
::Sips his beer that has been left untouched until now::

Host Dealer says:
::has dealt the CO out::
Host Dealer says:
All: We will start the betting with the Commander.  XO: Sir
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: takes his cards :: CO: Captain I am sure you can afford one more hand
CO_K`Beth says:
CSO: No, that's all right, Commander.  ::heads to the karaoke machine set up in the corner::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::slumps her shoulders in defeat::
XO_McDuggle says:
::tosses in 2 bars:: All: The bet is 2 bars.
Host Bafii says:
ACTION: At the captain's approach, the lights in that corner dim slightly and a single spot light warms the small stage.
Host Dealer says:
CTO: 2 bars to you, sir.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: What is the matter commander?  Was it your turn to use this Karaoke machine?
CTO_Williams says:
All: How’s this... I’ll see the 2, and raise you 3... making it 5.  ::Grins and drops the bars down::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::tosses in her 5 bars::
Host Dealer says:
OPS: 5 bars to you, sir.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: tosses in 5 bars::  All: A good start now lets see where it goes
CO_K`Beth says:
::picks up the mic and taps it a few times:: All: I thought I would sing you a little country western song that I picked up from the database of old Earth.
Host Dealer says:
XO: That is 3 more to you, sir.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: You will see ::grimaces::
XO_McDuggle says:
::tosses in 3 more bars:: Dealer: deal.
Host Bafii says:
ACTION: The wall behind K'Beth shimmers and the hills of western North America can be seen.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: If that bottle of bloodwine is made of glass you might want to dispose of it.
CO_K`Beth says:
All: It's called.... "Oh Lonesome Me"
CTO_Williams says:
::Hears the words "country western" over the sound system behind him, and groans::  Self: Not country..... ::Puts his hand on his forehead and shakes his head::
Host Dealer says:
All: 4 players.  ::deals the flop... 10d, 5h, Qh::  XO: Sir?
XO_McDuggle says:
::tosses in 3 more bars:: All: 3 bars.
CO_K`Beth says:
::starts to sing:: Everybody's going out and having fuuuuuuun....
CTO_Williams says:
::Chuckles:: Table: Never mind, I've got nothing.. ::Throws his cards in::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::calls the bid::

CO_K`Beth says:
::Dog dives under the nearest table and starts to tremble::
Host Dealer says:
::takes the CTO's cards::
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing:: I'm just a foooool for staying home and having noooone....
XO_McDuggle says:
::hears some awful sound and looks around to see who was killing a cat::
Host Dealer says:
::cringes as he waits for OPS's decision::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::lays her cards down and buries her head in hand::  All: I am so sorry guys.
CTO_Williams says:
::Hears more music, and takes a big gulp of beer from his glass::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: grabs his ears in pain :: CSO: By the lords of Rhainassu what is that?  Are we testing a torture device for Ferengi prisoners?
Host Bafii says:
ACTION: The scenery behind the Captain slowly changes, horses can be seen running wild over the land.
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing:: I can't get over how he set me freeeeeeeeeeeee.... ::hears glass breaking behind the bar and hopes the bartender is more careful::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::shakes her head as apparently she had missed getting a few of the "glasses" out::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: takes a big drink of ale, out of the bottle this time...forget the glass ::
Host Dealer says:
::tries to look professional, but is having a VERY hard time with this... this... well.. whatever that sound was::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: indicates he folds to the dealer , takes another drink for the pain ::
XO_McDuggle says:
::sets the bloodwine on the floor hoping that the sounds will not break the bottle::
CTO_Williams says:
::Drinks another large portion of beer... .mmmm... beer::
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing:: Oh...lonesome meeeeeeeeeeee.... ::hits a note not on any scale::
Host Dealer says:
All: Heads up now, 2 players... ::pauses then deals the next card 7 of hearts making the cards on the table 10d, 5h, Qh, 7h::  XO:  Sir.
Host Dealer says:
::not sure if his "sir" to the XO was to get a bet, or to get permission to report to sickbay::
XO_McDuggle says:
<Sheri> XO: Sorry James I just remember something I have to do. ::runs from the room::
CO_K`Beth says:
<Dog> ::howls and tries to bury her head in the CSO's lap::
XO_McDuggle says:
:: tosses in 3 more bars:: All: The bet is 3
Host Dealer says:
::turns pleadingly to the CSO::
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: ::turns to him in pain:: I have seen that you don't beat around the bush as the terrans say... is that correct?
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::comforts dog as best she can and tosses her bars in::

OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Yes  :: continues holding ears ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing:: A bad mistake I'm making by just hanging around. I know I should have some fun and paint the toooown....::hears Dog howl and smiles at the duet they are doing::
Host Dealer says:
::nods and deals the last card so that the cards on the table are 10d, 5h, Qh, 7h, 4s::  XO: Commander...
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: Well let me give you a word of advice.... if the Captain asks about her performance to night... lie.  Please I beg you.
XO_McDuggle says:
:tosses in 3 more bars:: All It will cost you 3 more to stay in.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Or what may I ask, if I do not will she sing more?
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing:: A lovesick fool is blind and just cannot seeeee.....
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::grimacing throws in 5 bars::  XO: I see you and raise you 2 more.
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
::wonders if he could use his comm. badge to have someone in his department kill the power to the stage, or if this horrific noise would block the comm. badges ::
XO_McDuggle says:
CSO: Call:: tosses in 2 more bars.::
CO_K`Beth says:
::notices a yeoman enter the lounge, gasp with pain and runs back out.  Thinks the yeoman was released from sickbay too soon::
Host Dealer says:
All: Please show your hands.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
OPS: I could convince her that you just need some time to adjust to such wonderful singing and that she should give you special performances to practices herself.
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::shows her Ace high::
XO_McDuggle says:
:: turns over his hand: All: 2 pair 7 and 5s.
Host Dealer says:
All: The Commander wins with two pair, 7s and 5s.   Um, please excuse me, there will be a short break.  ::runs to the back::
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing and working up to the grand finale:: Ohhhh...lonesome meeeeeeeeeee.....
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
CSO: Ah I see...and how long has your family worked for the Tal Shiar specializing in intimidation tactics?
CO_K`Beth says:
::singing:: Oh yeah ooooooooohhh...lonesome meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
CSO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::covers her ears as she hears glass breaking all over the place::
XO_McDuggle says:
::watches the dealer run to the back and thinks Chicken::
XO_McDuggle says:
:: rakes in his winnings::
CTO_Williams says:
::Smiles as the Dealer leaves.  He takes another swig of beer and smiles again::
OPS_Rhian_Llewii says:
:: hopes that his blurred vision is from the Romulan ale and not permanent neurological damage from the CO's singing ::
CO_K`Beth says:
::stops singing and beams out at everyone and notices their stunned looks.  Didn't realize that she had sung so well to earn those looks.  Beams:: All: Thank you, thank you very much. And now for my next number......
Host Bafii says:
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