USS Arondight NCC-80477
Stardate 10807.06

Staring:
Gina as LtJG O’Reiley, Chief Engineering Officer
Brendan as LtCmdr. John A. Exeter, Chief Tactical Officer
Karri as LtCmdr. Mea’e, Executive Officer
Anna as Lt Solaa, Counselor
Andrew As Ensign Redwood, Chief Medical Officer

 Directed By:
 Sam as the Ship Manger

Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
1st officers log:

This would not be the first time I have found myself in charge, but this would be the first where I follow orders that could get us into a lot of trouble.  We will shortly be crossing the Cardassian border to capture the fleeing ship.  Another trap?  Obviously there is more to what is going on here.
Host SM_Sam says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Internal Affairs X: The Chase >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::heading for the bridge::
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Captain falls ill once again the chef of the galley is asked in to questioning.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Standing on the bridge, intently watching the screen, crossing her fingers the captain would soon be joining them.  It was a silly human custom, but one she had picked up long ago.::
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Just my professional opinion... but crossing the border after a fleeing Cardassian ship is not too good of an idea...
CMO_Redwood says:
::behind his desk, chair facing away from the door::
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
::In ME monitoring the warp field geometry and making sure her damage control teams are in position and ready for action::
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: I really don't advise it. 
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::arrives on the bridge and relieves TO_Tomlinson::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Turns around with a sigh::  CNS:  I agree.  I would far prefer something different.  But given the situation... what other options do we have?
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Captain is sequestered in his quarters as medical staff tend to him.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Not follow them.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: That's a good option.

Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Looks over at Exeter::  CTO: The captain is out.  Your thoughts?  We will soon pass the borders.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: But seriously! I'd rather not be court-marshaled...
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge>: XO: Sir, we are about to enter Cardassian Space.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
FCO: ETA to the border?  Also ETA to our catching that vessel.
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge>: XO: About 5 minutes at current speed.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::looking at the XO:: XO: Go for it. It might be a trap, but we have to stop them and as far as I know we are still at war.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Just let it go... we can report it. Crossing the border over a stupid ship will get us killed. 
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge>::Calculates speed:: XO: We will intercept the vessel in 10 minutes.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: Are we considered at war with them?
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: We are damned if we do and damned if we don't, ma'am
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: I'd rather we be damned if we don't...
CMO_Redwood says:
::looks up from his PADD to the console on the wall behind his desk and starts another comparison of the readings::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Heck as far as I know they peace talks where cancelled thanks to our missing delegates
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Sighs and rubs her temples::  CTO: Prepare to follow the captains orders.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
FCO: Full speed and plot in an intercept course!
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS: If anyone contacts us, other then those we are chasing, tell them we are on a rescue mission to save a group of their people.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
OPS: Inform Starfleet of our status.  :: Looks at the counselor::  If they tell us to pull back, we will.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: I rather say we are having some engine troubles and comm. is damaged, ma'am
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
::Continues to monitor ship's systems::
CMO_Redwood says:
*XO*: Sickbay to Bridge.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: It is too easy to get caught in that lie.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*: Aye, doctor.  Some good news?  As I have none for you.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: I'm preparing phasers and torpedoes to disable their engines and then I’ll tractor her to our side of the border, ma'am

CMO_Redwood says:
*XO*: Commander, I've exhausted all the scans possible from the tricorder readings. I'm afraid there's not much I can tell you apart from what you already know and that they don't seem to be abused in any way. That still leaves either option open - they could be prisoners or they could be in on the ruse.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS: As soon we can, follow through with the captains orders and put them in the brig.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Standard procedure since Admiral Nelson, ma'am
Host SM_Sam says:
<OPS_NoDuz>: XO: Aye.  Message sent.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Aye.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*: Unfortunately or not, you will soon be able to check them out yourself.  We are about to head over the border, still in pursuit.  Prepare for casualties.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: As in signal? I can't see no signal, by putting his telescope on his blind eye, ma'am
CMO_Redwood says:
*XO*: We'll be ready. Sickbay out.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CEO*: Lieutenant, prepare for battle.
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge>: XO: Sir, we are about to enter Cardassian space.
CMO_Redwood says:
Self: All we seem to do on this ship is fight.
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
*XO*: All systems are ready, and damage control teams are already standing by Ma'am.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: turns around, trying to work out Exeter's words::  CTO: I do not understand.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*: I would be very happy if you could get the captain back on his bridge.  What is that status?
Host SM_Sam says:
<OPS_NoDuz>: XO: Ma'am, Starfleet acknowledges the message.  Admiral Winters, requests you find the ship fast and return back to our side.
CMO_Redwood says:
*XO*: As you know, ma’am, you can't rush medical treatment. I don't think he'll be out long though.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
OPS: Thank you.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: If we get orders to return we turn a blind eye, ma'am
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: sighs::  CNS: Well... apparently we have the go on this.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*: Thanks.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO:  Ahhh... :: frowns::  I am not sure I agree with that.  However, that is not a position we will have to take.  :: under her breath::  thankfully.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Arondight flies straight into Cardassian Space.  Still in pursuit.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Don't say I didn't warn you...
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Watching the corner of the screen which shows the boundaries, she tenses as they cross the border.::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS: It is no longer a matter of warning.  Not only do we have the captains orders, but the Admirals orders.
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
::Continues monitoring Bridge chatter as she watches her systems::
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
*XO*: With respect, Ma'am, we're already at war, how much worse can we make things?
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Steps over to the captains chair, her fingers digging into the back as she leans against it.::  *CEO*: Things can always get worse... and if we are lucky, they get better in stead.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
FCO: ETA...?
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
SO: Is the area still clear?
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge> XO: Sir, the ship is slowing down, entering the Rakal System.
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge> XO: ETA, 2 minutes.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::looking at the view screen his hand ready to unless fury on the Cardassians::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS: What do we have on the Rakal System?
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::checks LRS and SRS for any other ships::
CMO_Redwood says:
::prepares sickbay::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
FCO: Prepare to take us out of warp.
Host SM_Sam says:
<SO_Sight>: XO: Ma'am, I have no ships in the vicinity, but I suspect there could be ships hiding behind the last moon, since that is a sensor blind spot
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge> XO: Aye.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Weapons armed and ready, fighters on full alert, ma'am
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: Commander... be wary.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
FCO: Take us out of warp.
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge> XO: Aye, taking us out of warp.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: The game is yours.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Arondight slows down from warp as it enters the system.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::raises and eyebrow and looks for a lieutenant:: XO: Ma'am?
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Looks like... two planets... with four moons... M class... and all habited.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Hits the all call button::  All Call:  All hands prepare for battle.
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
*XO*: Engineering ready, all systems answer online.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS: Inhabited?  Species?
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Cardassian ship flies near the planet and climbs around to the planet's moon.
CMO_Redwood says:
*XO*: Sickbay is ready, although I hope we won't get too busy.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: I would suggest we look for transporter activity about now, ma'am
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: We're reading mostly animals... probably not sentient.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Relaxes a bit::  CNS: Let us make sure we leave nothing behind.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Arondight follows suit. The sensors on the ship lights up as the sensor blind spot lights up with triangles.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: Work with science.  You are the better person for this area.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: finds herself holding her breath and releases it.::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::checks for transporter activity on the Cardassian ship:: XO: Aye, ma'am
Host SM_Sam says:
<SO_Sight>: XO: Ma'am I read 4, no 6 ships.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
:: Looks at the XO:: XO: Hail them
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Her breath catches::  SO: Can you detect what kind?
Host SM_Sam says:
<SO_Sight>: XO: Galor class.  Transponders... um, I think you should take a look at this.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: shakes her head at Exeter::  CTO: Oh no... not with those odds.  Not until we have some more information.
CMO_Redwood says:
::hates the waiting part::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Making her fingers release the back of the chair, she steps over to science.::  SO: What do you have?
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
::Runs quick checks on the systems to make sure everything remains ready::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
FCO: Bring us to a stop.  Be prepared for an emergency escape.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CEO*: Prepare to warp out at top speed.
Host SM_Sam says:
<SO_Sight>::Puts it on the main science screen:: XO: They are all mixed.  These transponders are from Loyalists.  ::Points to the other triangles:: These are unknown transponders, but I guess these are from the New Cardassian order.
Host SM_Sam says:
<FCO_Dodge>: XO: Escape course plotted and speed laid in.
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
*XO*: Warp engines standing by.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Shakes her head, muttering under her breath::  SO: I do not get this.  Who exactly are we supposed to be fighting?  Could the ships be stolen?
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: Commander... your opinion on this?
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS: Can you get any life signs and if so... what species?
Host SM_Sam says:
<SO_Sight>::Taps a few more buttons:: XO: I don't believe so, there is no battle damage on either of the ships.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: I say disable the ship we've been following fast beam them onboard and get the heck out of here, ma'am
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: What are our chances against 6 vessels?
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Normal crew compliment... not sure what species, but scanning...
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Arondight slowly appears on the Cardassian's Sensors and begin an intercept course.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: We have them out gunned I say we can make it out of here alive
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
*CNS*: Contact command and inform them of the situation.  See how many of our ships we can get together.  Perhaps we should lead them a merry chase back to the border with a surprise.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Some creativity  on our side like handing over some fake sensor images, make them think we have a fleet close by
CMO_Redwood says:
::finishes prepping and stands by::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: That takes time.  I do not know if the CEO can get that done quickly enough to appear affective.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
::contacts Starfleet Command::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: We have a few runabouts onboard just launch them and let them do in system warps, will play merry hell on their sensors
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: Well, SFC has just informed us that we are on our own on this one...
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Besides we are a flying gun platform with an experienced and well trained fighter wing, I wouldn't want to be on one of those Cardassians ships.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: As close as they are approaching us... :: Points at the screen and the moving marks::  You do not think they would realize that?
CMO_Redwood says:
::starts doing regular reports to pass the anxious waiting time::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: Send them out then.  But keep in mind, I want only to follow the captains orders.  As soon as we have those people, we are out of here.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Standard Cardassian procedure 30 minutes from now 4 of them will be burning in space while we have 40% of shields and minimal damage
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::orders the runabouts to launch and do a series of in system warp jumps::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CNS:  I need to talk with you and the doctor about giving good news.

CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: I would suggest we launch our fighters, that will give them a good idea why we aren't running.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: Do it.  Damage only if possible.  I do not want any deaths on our hands if we can avoid it.
CNS_Lt_Solaa says:
XO: We're realists.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The 6 ships stop just in front of the Arondight.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
:: shakes his head and orders all fighters to launch and form a defensive line before the ship:: XO: I can't guarantee that, ma'am
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Looks at the counselor and shakes her head with a touch of humor.::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Clears her throat::  All: Folks, we have guests.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: You want us to give them a little smack on their face now, ma'am:: his hands on fire control::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
OPS: Contact the ships.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: ever played poker, ma'am
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Steps down to the FCO, laying her hand across his chair::  CTO: No... I am not a very good liar.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Well start learning just think we really have a back up of twenty frigates across the border]
Host SM_Sam says:
<OPS NoDuz>: XO: Aye, Hailing frequency open.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: They make a threat you counter that threat with a threat of your own.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Takes a deep breath::  COMM: Cardassians: This is Commander Mea’e.  We are here to retrieve some people who we were hosting and for some reason, were taken.  We are concerned for their safety.
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
::Checking the systems, making sure power is routed to battle systems and all unneeded systems are offline::
Host SM_Sam says:
@<Legate Porlet>: COM: Arondight: We are holding no one under their own will here.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::targets the ship next to the lead ship:: self one full burst and she's down
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
COMM: Legate: May we speak with the people in question?
Host SM_Sam says:
@<Legate Porlet>: COM: Arondight: And who would these people be?
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::orders two wings to target the ship on the left wing and the other two wings to target the other ship on the right wing::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
OPS: Send them the names and pictures of the people we are here for.
CEO_LtJG_OReiley says:
::Reinforces the shields and structural integrity::

CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Well, I can half their fleet within ten minutes that'll give them something to think about.
Host SM_Sam says:
<OPS NoDuz>: XO: Aye.
Host SM_Sam says:
@<Legate Porlet>: COM: Arondight: I have no idea who these are, my patience grows thin.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::Exeter looks at the sensors and he himself ready to strike::
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
COMM: Porlet: The ship we were following had these individuals aboard them.  The Cardassians that have them destroyed their own ship and left for here.
Host SM_Sam says:
@<Legate Porlet>::Laughs:: COM: Arondight: Even though your so called weapons officer thinks he can half my fleet, it doesn't mean that there won't be more ships.
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
COMM: Legate: We are not here to battle if we can prevent it.  We are here for those people who were under our protection.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: Permission, ma'am?
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
:: Motions OPS to silence Comm. on their side and turns to the CTO with a raised brow::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: He's bluffing and I am not!
Host SM_Sam says:
<OPS NoDuz>::Nods and mutes the line::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
XO: They have two enemies Us and the loyalist group they can't spare more ships
Host XO_LtCmd_Mea`e says:
CTO: But who exactly are 'they'?
Host SM_Sam says:
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Host SM_Sam says:
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