Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Artemis 
 USS Artemis NCC 83093 SD 10503.02
 Produced by Sergio Amendoeira/SM

Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Artemis 
“The End …” 
Stardate 10503.02

Starring: 
Sergio Amendoeria as Ship Manager, Buial Kal, Delanan FCO, Man, Security, Narval CSO, 
and OPS Narval 
Tim Schols as CO Gary Jackson
Lilia Perfeito as CNS Ens. Gail

Special NPC Guests:
Rob Lemmens as CTO Ens. Tanner
Linda Baus as CSO LtJG T’Lena
Rob van den Dungen as OPS Ens. Rob

Mission Summary
The USS Artemis sets out with Buial Kal to rendezvous with the suspected kidnappers of Buial Kal’s daughter.  The Captain and her crew make plans to hide near a security department with a small dampening field around them waiting to secure the rogues who intend to board their ship.  They hope this plan will help them get the Buial’s daughter back.  As the Artemis nears the rendezvous point, Buial Kal begins to exhibit some questionable behavior.  Artemis is commed by the planet’s surface, and the rogues threaten to kill Buial’s daughter if Artemis is not turned over to them.  Without warning a full complement of armed Delanan security forces are beamed to the Artemis bridge in an attempt to take control of the Starfleet vessel.  Several of the Artemis officers put up a fight, but without success.  The Artemis crew are overcome by the Delanan security guards, and the senior staff with the exception of the Captain are beamed to the Narval freighter where they are held in a cargo bay.  Meanwhile the Captain is forced to relinquish his command codes and his ship to an insurgent faction.  With the USS Artemis now in the hands of the enemy, the only question remains .. What plans are in store for this Starfleet vessel which is now in the hands of a rebel faction?

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
Captain's log, Stardate 10503.02 - Today is the day, now is the moment. We are going to try and rescue the Buial's daughter. We will all hide near the security department, with a small dampening field surrounding us. Armed with rifles and other guns, we will wait until these rogues have boarded the ship, and spread out.  We will have to take advantage of our knowledge of the ship, and our ability to be stealthy. We'll try and locate the Buial's daughter, in case she is brought aboard. If not, we will have to find a solution then and there, but I expect they will. Today will be the day we will all become heroes.. Good luck..

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CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::In the CNS's chair at the bridge.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Paces on the bridge, restless.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Sitting in his chair on the bridge.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Sitting at her science station running a complete diagnostics on her system to be sure everything is working.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Sitting at OPS station.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Sitting behind his console on the bridge.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
All:  How long until we get there?

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  On the bridge, several Delanan security officers man the secondary stations.  As they do all over the rest of the ship.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks to the Buial, then turns to OPS.::  OPS:  ETA?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
Buial/CO:  5 minutes, Sir.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Picks up a signal on sensors.  Taps the buttons on her console.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Feels his hands go sweaty.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Nods, but keeps on pacing.::  CO:  We should be there on time for the meeting then.  Good.. Good.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks carefully over his shoulder at the Delanan security officers and feels somewhat uncomfortable with their presence aboard.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  Buial:  Indeed.  ::Looks around to the CTO and nods to him.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
Self:  Keep calm, keep calm.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks around noticing everyone's apparent state of mind.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
CO: Captain, I am getting a signal from the system we are en route to.  It's a single signal.   ::Presses a few more buttons.::  Scanners are picking up a small ship orbiting the second planet.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Checks ship's computer systems.::

Delanan FCO says: 
All:  We've reached the system.  Dropping out of warp.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  CSO:  All right, report all unusual activity.  Any other sensor contacts?

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Notices in particular the Buial's constant nervousness.::  Self:  I hope Commander Jackson knows what he is doing.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Notices all systems working within parameters.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Continues to run sensor sweeps.::  CO: Checking now, Sir.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Checks his console and sees a bleep.::  CO:  I have the same vessel on my sensors, Sir.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Delanan cruisers that are escorting the Artemis drop out of warp behind her.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Pulls up the data on her console.::  CO:  It appears to be a small Yiidarian freighter.  Comparing sensor logs now.  ::Pulls up the logs.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  CTO:  Very good, at least her console isn't fooling you.  ::Turns around a bit to address the bridge in general.::  Out_Loud:  Now we just have to wait until we hear from them.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CO:  I would guess it won't take long for that.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CO:  The freighter is one of the ships that escaped the Delana system when everyone started to run, Sir.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Her console starts to blink with more information.::  CO: Captain I'm also picking up two more signals trailing us .. Delanan Cruisers.  They appear to be our escorts.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Turns to the CSO.::  CSO:  Hm, makes sense, I suppose.  Can you identify its origin? Perhaps we can make out some more background on it, just in case.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::He punches a few commands into his console to do another sensor check.::  CO:  Sir, just so you know, they appear to have no weapons armed and only minimal shields.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CO:  Running scans on the system where we're headed .. It's an M class planet, but no life signs or signs of civilization.  Jungle and ocean mostly.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Taps a few buttons and saves something.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  CTO:  They must have something up their sleeve.  They wouldn't be crazy enough to be sitting there just like that.

Delanan FCO says:
::Taps a few buttons.::  All:  Entering standard orbit.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CO:  Also, there's an energy source, a dampening field, with an energy shield around a small clearing on the main continent.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Notices a blinking message.::  CO:  Sir, we are being hailed.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CO:  Why not?  They have us, or at least they think they do because they hold the Buial's daughter.  ::Glances at him.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Paces to the CSO's console, hovering over her shoulder looking at what she is doing/seeing.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
CSO:  A base, I'd say.  A base or a camp.  ::Turns to OPS.::  OPS:  On screen.  ::Turns to the viewer.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CO:  Channel opened, Sir.  ::Turns on view screen.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks up from his console and looks at the viewer too.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The screen fills with static.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  A Man's voice is heard "Glad you could make it, Buial..."

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Notices Buial Kal looking over her shoulder, but turns her attention to the viewscreen.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks up.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Sees nothing but static, but glances at the screen anyway.  Old habits die hard.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks at the captain with a worried look and then looks around at the officers again.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Directs his attention to the screen.::  COM:  Where's my daughter?!

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Taps buttons.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks to the Buial.::  Buial:  You recognize this voice?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
Self:  Why isn't that view screen working?

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Continues to run scans of the energy source on the planet,  trying to modify sensors to penetrate the shield.::

Man says: 
@COM: Artemis:  Relax Buial.  Your daughter is fine, but I hope you got the message that we mean business.  Yes?

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Shakes his head at the CO, regarding his question.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CO:  Sir, they are scrambling the video signal, that's why we don't have a visual.

Host Buial_Kal says:
COM: Man:  How do I know she's even alive?  I need to talk to her.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Tries to recognize any sort of bluff in the voice.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Walks over to the CTO and whispers.::  CTO:  Got everything prepared?

Man says:
@::Chuckles.::  COM: Artemis:  Very well, you want to see your daughter?  Here, here's your daughter.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Sees his console blinking again.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Runs her scans of the ship, trying to determine if she can pick up life signs of the Buial's daughter that have been entered into her science station.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Nods carefully and whispers:: CO: Yes, Sir, everything is standing by for your orders.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CO:  Sir, we have another incoming signal, from the planet.  Audio and visual.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CO:  I am picking up 10 life signs on that freighter.  They are all Delanan.  There is no match to the Buial's daughter's biosignature, Sir.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  CTO:  Very good, in five minutes, we will execute.  ::Walks back to the command area and stands right behind OPS and once again whispers.::  
OPS:  Got that dampening field ready to be put into action?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Nods to CO.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Splits view screen into two sections and opens the other channel.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods, as he walks towards the CSO now.::  CSO:  All right, let's see how we can play this.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  On the main viewer, now split, the Artemis crew can see the static screen on one side, and on the other .. The Buial's daughter, apparently behind an energy shield, in what appears to be a small vegetation free clearing.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Taps a few commands into his console again, making sure he covers the view to the officers closest to him.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Besides his daughter, a hooded man stands to her side, a disruptor pistol pointed at her head.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Now at full attention and concentration.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Gasps at the sight.::  COM:  Man:  You, I'm going to kill you if you harm a hair on her body!!!!

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Whispers to the CO.::  CO:  All we need is get her and they have no advantage.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Continues to run her scans of the freighter and of the planet.::  CO:  If I had to take a guess, I would think she is being held on the planet in that area that is shielded from our scanners.

Man says:
@::Laughs.::  COM: Artemis:  If you do what we tell you, you'll get your daughter back.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Self:  Alive or dead?

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  CNS:  Yes, we just ..  ::Turns to the Buial.::  Buial:  Buial Kal.  ::Whispers the next bit.::  Tell them that you can only proceed with this, if they bring your daughter here.  They get what they want, at the same time, we get what we want.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks over to the CSO as he is feeling more and more uneasy about the officers on the bridge.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Bangs his fist on the nearest console.::  COM: Man:  I will get you.  I will find you wherever you are, and kill you.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Is startled by the Buial's response.  Looks around and sees the concerned look on the CTO's face.::

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  Relax old man.  Just do as you are told.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Looks at the CO, and then back at the screen.::  COM: Man:  I need to see that she is all right.  For all I know, that feed is a recording.

Host Buial_Kal says:
COM: Man:  You will bring her aboard this ship.  Once I see her, I will do whatever you ask.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Checks the console the Buial just slammed his fist into, which was near her, to make sure it is still operational.::  Self:  Wonder if they still want this ship if it isn't in one piece.

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  Old man, do you want to see your daughter die?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Confirms saved 'something' still is present.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  What guarantees do you have that you will get your daughter back then?

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  On the other screen .. the masked man seems to talk to someone on a headset, and has the Buial's daughter kneel, as he stands behind her.  She looks terrified.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Panics.::  COM: Man:  No!!  Wait!!  Fine.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Turns away from the viewscreen, not wanting to watch.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
COM: Man:  I will do as you ask.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Shakes her head and whispers to the Buial.::  Buial:  He won't kill her.  If he does he has nothing to gain, only to lose.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Almost jumps up from his chair as he watches the viewscreen.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CNS:  Do you see any other alternative???  I will NOT watch my daughter die.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Takes a step to the Buial.::  Buial:  My counselor is right.  They're not going to kill their own bargaining item.

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  That's right, old man.  Tell her that you all need to cooperate.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  Ask him for guarantees.  That’s all I'm saying.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Nods, and turns back to the screen.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  On the planet feed, the Buial's daughter is again on her feet, and the weapon is no longer pointed at her.

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  You have my word she will be returned to you.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Wonders how good that word is.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Turns to the viewscreen.::  COM: Man:  You are despicable.  You can't even give an old man his peace.  Besides, if you kill her, wouldn't you lose your only bargaining subject?  You will either take her here, or we will get her from you.

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  Well, you can try .. But if you do try anything ,, She'll be dead.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks at the Captain not expecting that from the so far peaceful Jackson.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Speaks up.::  COM: Man:  How are we to take the word of a man who's face we do not know?

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  Trust me, Captain.  I have nothing to lose.  I either get what I want .. Or the girl dies.  No matter what happens to us after that.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks over at the CO as he is waiting for a sign.::

Man says:
@COM: CNS:  As the Buial put it so plainly, because you don't have any other choice.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Whispers.::  CO:  The man seems to be serious, from his voice.  But you are doing well in pushing him.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Sees the CTO’s look, and shakes his head, mimicking 'not yet'.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Turns to the CO and CNS.::  All:  Please .. Don't antagonize him.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  You do know he may get the ship AND kill your daughter.  Or even keep her and continue blackmailing you.  He can even get Delana like that.  Would you have your planet fall into a dictatorship again?

Man says:
@COM: Artemis:  Enough chatting.  You have 15 minutes to evacuate that ship.  Once we are on board, and have control of her, you will hear from us.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Turns to the Buial.::  Buial:  Sir, I do not intend on getting your daughter killed.  He won't kill her.  He may say he has nothing to loose, but I think he does.  He has a cause that he's fighting for, he doesn't want that to go unfinished.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Almost shouts.::  CNS:  If it will get me my daughter back alive.. YES!!

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Taps buttons on console without anyone knowing what he is doing.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::His tension becomes more and more visible as he tries to remain calm and work at his station.  Meanwhile he keeps a very close eye on the officers again.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Delanan officers look to his sovereign as he makes this particular outburst.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  You are putting your planet in the hands of a man you do now know.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Begins to wonder what else the Buial is willing to do to retrieve his daughter.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  You are betraying your people.  ::Calmly deviates her look from him as if not caring if he answers.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CNS:  He has not asked for my planet.  He could have done it already.  He is asking for your ship.  And he will get it!

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Frowns at the Buial's reply to the counselor.::  Buial:  You would seriously have your country loose everything you have fought for, for decades, just so you can have your daughter?

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The signal from the ship is cut, but the feed from the planet remains active.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Turns back.::  Buial:  And whatever else he decides to ask, because now he knows he will get it.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CO:  Sir, we have lost the communications with the ship.  ::Resets view screen to full.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  It has not come to that, and I have no reason to believe it will.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Now, gather up your officers.  We're leaving.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Gets a sick feeling in the pit of her stomach from all the arguing.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  Buial:  And how would you know that?  You don't know what else these people are going to demand.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Brings up his communicator.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  We must be the last ones out because of the command codes.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Talks into it, in a low voice.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Activates something without anyone seeing.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks over his shoulder to see what the Buial is doing and tries to catch up a few words he is saying.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Shakes head.::  All:  Captain, I do not want you to be hurt.  And I don't want you to be blamed for what is happening here.  Please.  We need to leave.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Sees the Buial talking into a communicator, but cannot hear him.  Wonders who he is talking to.  Keeps her eyes on him.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the Buial.  Then looks at the CO.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Frowns.::  Buial:  To where?  Where do you possibly want to go?

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
Buial:  If you have a plan, I'd be delighted to hear it.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  A full complement of armed Delanan security forces transport onto the bridge.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  To the Narval.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  They turn their weapons on the Artemis crew.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Looks to the CTO as the armed security beams onto the bridge.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Reaches at her side for her phaser, ready to draw if ordered by her captain.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Gets up from his chair and holds his hand right above his phaser.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  He wants this ship empty.  We will give it empty.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  You do know we have the power to self destruct the Artemis.  And also that right now no one other than Starfleet officers can operate her.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Looks surprised.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Pushes a button to lock her console.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CNS:  I don't care.  Let the kidnappers worry about that.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  And kill your daughter when they find out the ship isn't working.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks over to the CO as he is still holding his shaking hand above his phaser.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CNS:  And if I were you .. I wouldn't do that .. They will not hesitate to fire if I tell them to.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Eyes OPS, then looks at the CTO.::  CTO:  Stand down.  ::Nods at the Buial.::  Buial:  This won't look good on my resume, nor will it be good on your people's record in the Starfleet database.  I could be tried for treason, you know.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  You won't tell them to.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Slightly nods to the CO.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Turns to the Captain, a tired look in his eyes.::  CO:  I'm sorry, Captain.  This is not how I wanted things to happen.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Please, I don't want to hurt you.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Release your command codes.  Unlock your computer access to everyone.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Nods to the CO and lowers his hand, away from his phaser.::  Self:  Stand down?  I don't like this.  I don't like this one bit.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Keeps her computer console locked until she is given the order from her Captain to unlock her.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Calmly stands looking from face to face, she has had enough life times to take this situation calmly.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Delanan security officers move to each of the Starfleet officers, intent on taking their weapons from them.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Locks station.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Still does nothing.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Struggles with one of the officers to keep hold of her weapon.::  Self:  He can take my weapon, but I will not unlock my console.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Steps back as he sees an officer coming towards him.::  CO:  Captain?

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks around the bridge.::  Buial:  This will seriously effect the relations between your people and the Federation.  The counsel won't take lightly to your forcing me to turn over my ship.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Kicks the officer in the ankle.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Delanan officer head butts the CSO with his weapon.  She falls to the floor.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks to see if the CSO is all right.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Captain, I will take full responsibility for my own actions.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Swings her leg around and knocks the officer in the back of the knee with her foot.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  That is not what it looks like you are doing.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Everyone here is doing their job.  I'm the only one responsible.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Grabs his phaser as he sees the CSO drop to the floor.::  CO:  Captain, I am sorry.  I can't take this abuse any longer.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The CTO is hit with a stun blast, and goes to the floor.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Unconscious.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION: The security officer removes the weapon from the CTO.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Falls to the floor as everything goes black before him.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Eyes the CTO down.::  CO:  Captain, please.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Shouts.::  All:  Stand down, all of you!  We're trying to find a peaceful resolution here.  How can we possibly convince others to not use violence when we use it ourselves?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Remains calm at his station.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  10 minutes have passed.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Speaks into his comm, ordering the rest of the Delanan crew on the Artemis to be beamed out.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Leaves her station, and grabs a med kit off the wall, running a medical tricorder over the CTO.::  CTO:  I am so sorry, Richard.  ::Looks at the security guard with the phaser.::  Security Guard:  You're all tough when you have a phaser.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
Buial:  Okay, so you want us to go to your ship, and get the Artemis ready to be handed over.  There's one thing I need to do before that.  Make a log entry about this.  It will be forwarded to sector command, who will probably forward it to Starfleet command.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Looks at his clock.::  CO:  Make it quick.  We need to be off in 5 minutes.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks around.::  CSO:  Can he be moved?

CSO_T`Lena says:
CO:  He's okay.  He's just unconscious.  Yes.  We can move him.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Walks over to OPS.::  OPS:  Can you alert those security people to get to an airlock.  Tell them to make up a story.  They didn't hear the notice to leave the ship, because they were training or something like that.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Talks softly to the CTO, trying to treat him.::  CTO: It is going to be okay.  If you can hear me, you will be okay.  ::Said with a tear in her eye.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
All:  All right, I will be complying with the Buial's wish, be that under protest. 
Computer:  Computer, make log entry, Stardate 10503.02.  We are releasing the command codes and abandoning ship, by request of Buial Kal of the Delanans.  End entry.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks at the Buial in the eyes, as if defying him.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Tries to open his eyes as his vision slowly returns.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
All:  Prepare to abandon ship.  
CSO/CNS:  Counselor, could you help miss T'Lena carry our unfortunate Mister Tanner?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Unlocks his station and sends a message to security people.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Sighs with relief.::  CO :  Thank you, Captain.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Gets up off her feet, and pushes the security guard that phasered the CTO.::  
Security Guard:  Why don't you try picking on someone your own size.

Security says: 
::Points the phaser at her.::  CSO:  Do you want to join him?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Notices no reply getting back.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Locks station.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Knocks the phaser out of his hand, and punches him in the jaw.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks at the CSO.::  CSO:  Lieutenant, let it be.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Walks over to the CO and whispers.::  CO:  I didn't get a response, Sir.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Another Delanan security fires on the CSO.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  She goes out cold.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Just manages to look up as he sees the CSO drop to the floor.::  CSO:  Noooooooooo!

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Falls to the floor next to the CTO.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Sighs.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
Self:  That was not a good action.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
OPS:  They were under strict orders to maintain radio silence.  Assume they're on their way.  Scan the ship for them, they should be out of the covered area by now.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Computer responds.  "Command codes unlocked.  Entry saved and sent to Starfleet Command.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Captain, if you're trying to contact your security officers, they're already aboard the Narval.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Walks back to his console.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Unlocks console and initiates quick scan.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Nods to the CO.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Incoming hail from the freighter.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Tries to crawl over to the CSO and whispers softly.::  CSO:  No, please.  Wake up.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks from the CO to the Buial.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Frowns.::  Buial:  How did you .. You knew all along, didn't you?  Your telepathic abilities?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Sees console blinking again.::  CO:  Sir, we have an incoming hail from the freighter.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Hears the CTO's voice, trying to open her eyes, her head throbbing.::  CTO: What just hit me?

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  Captain, we are leaving now.  Believe me when I tell you that they where not harmed in any way.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Sighs.::  OPS:  Put it on screen, if it's not static again.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
Buial:  I believe you.  Let's see what they have to say.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Again, static, and a voice.  "You're time is up."

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
Buial:  You ought to have learned never to give in to blackmailers too.  You just destroyed everything you fought for.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Tries to create a smile on his face as he hears her talk.::  CSO:  Why do you have to be so protective.  I had it all covered, really.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Opens channel.::  CO:  Audio only, channel opened.

Host Buial_Kal says:
COM: Man:  We're leaving, right now.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Raises his hand.::  CNS:  That's enough, Ensign.  The decision is made now.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CTO:  Holds her shoulder where the weapon stunned her.  Self:  Ouch!  I saw him fire on you .. and I thought ..

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Talks into his communicator.::  All:  We're leaving.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks at the Captain, not at all pleased, but does not reply.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  All:  He's right .. Lock everything, save all you have .. Let's go.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Artemis crew feel a tingling sensation from a transporter beam.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Locks station.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Sighs as the transporter beam grabs her.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The main crew gets beamed to a cargo bay, where all the Starfleet officers are, unharmed.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The CO is beamed to the Narval bridge, along with the Buial.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Feels herself rematerialize somewhere, but where?::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  On the bridge, the viewscreen points to the Artemis.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CSO/OPS/CTO:  Are you all right?

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The CO and the Buial can see the freighter approaching the Artemis.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CNS:  Aye, just a little headache.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Feels a little disoriented as he looks around, seeing all the other officers.::  CNS:  As all right as I can be.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CNS:  Yes

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Doesn't speak as he watches the screen.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
ALL:  Its out of our hands.  ::Sighs and sits on the floor.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CNS:  I hope my program works.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks around and finally sees a viewscreen, on it his ship, being approached by the freighter.::  Buial:  I suppose my crew is somewhere else on the ship, being well treated?

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Pulls herself up to a sitting position, and leans against the wall.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Nods.::  CO:  Yes... here.  ::points to a console, as a video feed from the cargo bay can be seen.::  You can talk to them, if you wish.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Tries to get up on his knees:: CNS: What do you mean, it's all out of our hands?

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
OPS:  We wait and find out.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Shakes head.::  Buial:  I trust you, even though lately, I don't know why exactly I do.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CTO:  Can you do anything to change the future of the Artemis?

Narval CSO says: 
Buial:  Sir, 9 of the life signs have beamed to the Artemis bridge.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::His face turns pale as he thinks about that question.::  CNS:  I... I think not.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Just listens as she is still a little woozy from the phaser blast.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
CTO:  What is she talking about?  CNS:  Ma'am?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CNS:  I can, at least, I can try.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  All the power on the Artemis goes out.  She turns black.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CTO:  Then it’s out of our hands.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
OPS:  Yes, indeed.  We tried.  That’s what history will say.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  A few minutes later, the power comes back on, and the Shuttle bay doors open.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Watches, impatiently.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The freighter moves inside the Artemis' Shuttle bay, and the door close behind her.

OPS Narval says: 
Buial:  We have an incoming communication.. communication.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Sighs as he watches the proceedings.::  Buial:  Anything yet from the planet?

Man says:
@COM: Narval:  Very good, old man.  Now, have your ships eject their warp cores.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
All:  I guess its my own fault we were sent here.  The Buial must be tired of my voice.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Shakes head.::  CO:  No.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Shakes his head.::  CNS:  Not only you, Ma'am.  I guess I went a little out of line too.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Nods to the OPS officer.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
Self:  I was not out of line.  ::Feels stubborn.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Taps his combadge.::  Artemis Computer:  Ensign Rob to Artemis computer, run program Rob Beta 9 4.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Both the cruisers eject their warp cores.  Lights go out for a few seconds, and emergency power kicks in.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CTO:  There will almost certainly be an audition about us losing the Artemis.  Good thing I used to be an attorney.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Rob's communicator doesn't seem to be working.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Shakes her head at Rob.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Sighs.::  Buial:  I hope you had a contingency plan for this.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Stays silent.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Artemis powers up her engines.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CNS:  At least I tried.  ::Sighs.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
CNS/CTO/OPS:  So are we just going to sit here and do nothing?

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CSO:  What do you want to do?

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Looks around to the other officers, stopping at the CSO.::  ALL:  What will become of us now?

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION :  On the planet, a Delanan life sign appears right next to the dampening field.  He is immediately beamed off onto the Artemis.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
OPS:  Indeed you tried.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CNS:  I don't know.  There has to be something we can do.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The Artemis moves away, as the voice on the comm channel comes on once again.  Goodbye, old man.  It was nice doing business with you.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  As the Artemis warps away, the planet's shields go down.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  A single life sign is picked up.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Shrugs.::  CSO/CTO/OPS:  I almost feel like telling the Buial "I told you so".  But I guess that would be cruel.  I really don't think he will get his daughter back.

OPS Narval says:
Buial:  Sir, we've got your daughter!!!  She's alive.

CSO_T`Lena says:
CNS:  Well whether he gets his daughter back or not, I hope this was worth it to him.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Sits down on his chair, a huge weight gone from his shoulders.::  OPS:  Beam her aboard.  And send out crews to return our warp cores to their proper place.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CSO:  It won't be.  He sold his soul.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CSO/CTO/CNS:  At least we are alive.

CSO_T`Lena says:
OPS:  Alive, without a ship.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Drops from his knees to the floor and sighs.::  ALL:  I think it would have been better if we were not.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Turns to the Buial.::  Buial:  I expect your full cooperation with Starfleet to get that ship back.  Our resources are stretched thin, we could need all the ships we can get.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
Buial:  And this is not over yet.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Still seated, she considers taking a nap.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CSO:  Well, ships can be replaced, people cannot.

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Turns to the CO of the Narval.::  CO:  Captain, I'm stepping down from my post.  Please inform the home world.

CSO_T`Lena says:
OPS:  Aye, but now with our ship in the enemies’ hands, so are all our secrets.

Host Buial_Kal says:
CO:  I'm truly sorry, Captain.  But that was my daughter.  There is nothing I wouldn't do for her.

Narval CO says:
::Looks surprised.::  Buial:  Sir?

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CSO: That's true.

CSO_T`Lena says:
OPS:  And now that we have given into their demands, there's no stopping what they'll do next.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CSO: Indeed, they might as well sell the ship to some Romulan faction, intent on destroying the Federation.

Host Buial_Kal says:
Narval CO:  Do it.  
CO:  Captain, you and your crew are free .. to do what you want.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  On the cargo bay, a door opens.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  Two security officers appear.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Gets up as the door opens.::

Security says:
ALL:  Come with us.

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods.::  Buial:  You will arrange for a ship to pick us up at Delana IV.  I expect you will give us a ride until we're there.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CSO/CTO/OPS:  Lets go.  We have testimonies to prepare.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Rises to her feet, still a little sore from the phaser blast.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Supports CSO.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Nods at the security person and moves out of the cargo bay.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Nods.::  CO:  I will make sure my government extends you all the assistance you require.

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Smiles at OPS.::  OPS:  Thank you.  ::Holds onto his shoulder as she follows the CNS.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  The crew are led from the cargo bay to a turbo lift, and from there to the bridge.

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Slowly gets to his feet.::  Self:  Testimonies.  Right and after that I will ask for a leave.

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
CSO:  You're welcome.  ::Gives a small smile.::

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
CTO:  I hope that will be a choice.

Host Buial_Kal says:
ACTION:  At the same moment the Artemis crew enter the bridge.  From another turbolift comes the Buial's daughter.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Follows to the bridge.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Smiles widely, and gets up heading for the turbo lift.::  Karina!!!!

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks at the girl a bit surprised but says nothing.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
::Tries to give a reassuring smile to the CTO, knowing it will not be easy on any of them.  Heads to the bridge with the others.::

Host Buial_Kal says:
::Runs to her, and holds her in his arms.::

CTO_Ens_Tanner says:
::Follows the rest to the bridge.::

CSO_T`Lena says:
ALL:  It was an honor serving with you.

CNS_Ens_Gail says:
::Looks at the CO with a sigh.::

CO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Turns as he hears his crew enter the bridge, and turns his view to the floor, feeling defeat.::

OPS_Ens_Rob says:
::Looks around and sees the CO.::

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