USS CHARLOTTETOWN MISSION TRANSCRIPT – 10606.16

Host Bob_SM says:
=/\==/\==/\=RESUME MISSION=/\==/\==/\=
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: THE INSPECTION SHUTTLE WAS RECALLED TO THE SHIP PRIOR TO COMPLETING ITS INVESTIGATION OF THE MYSTERIOUS LONG-RANGE SCANNER BLIP
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: THE CREW OF THE USS CHARLOTTETOWN PREPARES FOR THE STATE DIPLOMATIC DINNER WITH THE ANDORIAN AMBASSADOR AND HIS ENTOURAGE
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: THE AMBASSADOR HAS COMMUNICATED HIS CULINARY REQUESTS TO THE SHIPS CHEF
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: IT INCLUDES MANY EXOTIC DISHES, NOT ALL OF WHICH ARE ANDORIAN, BUT RATHER, TERRAN
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
:prepares for dinner::
CMO_Kimura says:
::touching up her lipstick in the turbolift::
CO_Shras says:
:: completing is last inspection of the kitchen, making the staff quite nervous ::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Rubs her shoe on the back of her other pant leg to shine it as the turbolift descends ::
Host CEO_Turnbull says:
::brushing her hair out before pulling it back up into a bun::
CMO_Kimura says:
::smacks her lips and puts her lipstick back in its case and in her pocket::
Host CEO_Turnbull says:
::leaves her quarters and heads for the lift::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: does a final inspection in the lift's reflective panel :: Self: Well, I am regulation, even if uncomfortable ::
Host Chief_Chef says:
CO: Are you sure this is the food the Ambassador wants ::points to the items on the grill::
CEO_Turnbull says:
::tugs at the neck of her uniform as she enters the lift, calling for the proper deck::
CO_Shras says:
CC: Yep this is what he wants
CO_Shras says:
CC: Just make sure it's properly cooked because if he doesn't like anything I'm transferring you torpedo tubes cleaning.....
Host Chief_Chef says:
CO: Sheesh Sir, I'll do what I can, but we Bolians are better known for barbering, not cooking Terran cuisine
Host Chief_Chef says:
::chuckles loud enough for all to hear::
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::looks at himself in the mirror, adjusts his jacket, and feels a little awkward with all the pomp and pageantry about to begin::
CEO_Turnbull says:
::enters the banquet hall and looks around at those who have arrived::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: exits the lift as it halts and looks both ways down the corridor ::
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::shrugs his shoulders:: Self: Well, let's do it. ::exits his quarters and heads to dinner::
CO_Shras says:
CC: I hope that your cooking is better than your humour chief..... Just kidding, keep up the good work
Host Chief_Chef says:
CO: Aye, aye, Skipper
Host Chief_Chef says:
::hopes the cooking doesn't set off the fire suppression system::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: enters the room and notices how lovely everything looks :: Self: Wow, this is quite a spread!
CO_Shras says:
:: give a perplexed look at the nickname but then leave the kitchen for more important work in the dining room ::
CMO_Kimura says:
::enters the room behind Cmdr. Lane::
CEO_Turnbull says:
::notices the setup:: CO: It looks like it is coming together fairly well, Sir.
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: Indeed..
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::exits lift and make my way to the room set up for the dinner::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Turns :: CMO: Oh hi there Kazue. Isn't this something?
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: THE AMBASSADOR AND ENTOURAGE ARRIVE TO THE HALL
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: I'm not one for Andorian cuisine, but where I come from; not eating the food is an insult...
CO_Shras says:
CEO: Yep, I've rarely had VIP's on the ship and it might be a long time before we have any other so I hope everything will go perfectly
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::sees the FCO & Doctor:: FCO/CMO: Commander, Doctor... you look very smart this evening. ::smiles::
CEO_Turnbull says:
CO: I'm sure that it will.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Whispers as the Ambassador arrives :: CMO: Well looking at the size of him, I'd say he eats everything. :: giggles ::
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: AS THE GUESTS ARRIVE, THE FOOD SERVICE CREW IMMEDIATELY ENTER THE ROOM WITH TRAYS OF COCKTAILS
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::stops talking as the Ambassador and his party enter::
CMO_Kimura says:
OPS: Thank you, Steve. ::smiles and blushes slightly::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
OPS: Lieutenant.....Sorry I don't believe we've met. I'm Hope, Hope Lane.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: INTERESTINGLY, THE AMBASSADOR IS NOT IN TRADITIONAL ANDORIAN GARB
CO_Shras says:
AMB: Ambassador! I hope you are enjoying your time aboard the Charlottetown
CEO_Turnbull says:
::bows slightly out of respect:: AMB: I trust all is well in with your accommodations...
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: Ooh, hit me up with those cocktails... oh, wait... ::frowns::
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: HE APPEARS WEARING THE MODERN DAY EQUIVALENT TO JEANS AND WESTERN CLOTHING SIMILAR TO THAT OF EARTH DURING ITS PRE WWIII YEARS
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
FCO: No, we haven't met... I'm Steve Williams... your friendly OPS Officer.
CMO_Kimura says:
::gives the Ambassador a weird look::
CO_Shras says:
:: approaches the ambassador, not making any comments on the clothing ::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Leans over to the doctor and OPS :: OPS/CMO: Well look at what he's wearing and we have to wear these?
CEO_Turnbull says:
::notices the Ambassador's clothing and smiles, glad to see that someone is dressed in comfortable clothes::
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
FCO: Yes, the privileges of rank no doubt.
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO/OPS: Something is not right about him...
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: Yes Captain, we've been resting up a bit, but have also taken a brief look around the ship...... however, I believe protocols require us to be accompanied, so we did not stray far from quarters, ::turns to the CEO:: CEO: which are very nice I might say
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Sighs and takes a drink as the waiter passes :: CMO: What do you mean?
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: Just look at him!
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: He KNEW this would be a formal dinner... and as I recall, Andorians do not favor Human food or clothing...
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CMO: Maybe he is trying to blend in since he's going to Earth?
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ALL: I hope I've not offended anyone by not wearing formal and traditional clothing this evening. I'm afraid I've been to one too many formal functions lately...... and you all look so nice in your uniforms... I truly hope I've not embarrassed any of you
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: I've had this feeling about him since he came on board...
CEO_Turnbull says:
AMB: I'm glad to here you are pleased with them. If you need anything, just let someone from Engineering know and we'll take care of it.
CMO_Kimura says:
::folds her arms and looks at the ambassador::
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: Either that or he's just trying to piss us off...
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Smiles at the Ambassador's remark and looks at the doctor :: CMO: Why would he do that? We're the ones offering him a free ride.
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: Never trust politicians.
CEO_Turnbull says:
AMB: Not at all, I was just thinking that it is good that at least one of us is comfortable.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Looks at OPS :: OPS: What do you think?
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
FCO/CMO: Maybe he is not what he appears to be. What do we know about him anyway?
CMO_Kimura says:
::walks up the ambassador:: AMB: May we go back and change as well then?
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
::smiles at the CEO and turns to the Doctor:: CMO: Of course Doctor, I’m certainly one who feels we all should be comfortable while we travel together.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: sips her drink slowly watching the Ambassador ::
CO_Shras says:
AMB: You know, if you wish a tour of the ship you just need to ask
CEO_Turnbull says:
::steps over and picks up a drink, sipping the cocktail slowly::
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
	CO: I am certain we will have ample opportunity sometime during our trip to take full advantage of that Captain. 
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: AS THE CREW AND GUESTS ENJOY THEIR DRINKS AND HORS D'OEUVRES, THE SERVERS BRING OUT MULTIPLE DISHES AND SET THEM ON THE TABLE
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::sips at his drink and scans the room, taking note of who is talking to whom::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
OPS: Excuse me Lieutenant, but I must speak to Commander Turnbull.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: Ah Captain, I see your Chef received my dietary requests... I hope it was not too much trouble for him
CEO_Turnbull says:
::picks up a piece of shrimp and nibbles at it::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: crosses the room and stops in front of the chief :: CEO: Interesting isn't he?
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: I was especially looking forward to sampling the cheeseburgers and how do you call them..... French fries?
CMO_Kimura says:
AMB: No Andorian dishes I see...
CO_Shras says:
AMB: It should be quite all right Ambassador. Hopefully we won't have to stomach the cook's sense of humour...
CEO_Turnbull says:
::nods:: FCO: Not at all what I was expecting. What do you think?
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CEO: I'm not really sure. He seems to be very un-Andorian for sure.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: and I see you have something called 'shrimp?' I must try some of those.... they look delicious........
CEO_Turnbull says:
FCO: Interesting menu choices as well ::notices the food being brought out::
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
FCO: Certainly.. ::watches as she moves off::
CO_Shras says:
AMB: They are good, if you have no allergies to them...
CEO_Turnbull says:
::smiles:: FCO: Agreed, though that may be his way of adjusting to the culture he is moving to.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CEO: He certainly seems to be immersing himself in Terran culture.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: Ah, but Captain, I do not see the.... what do the Earthers call it......  barbeque?
CMO_Kimura says:
::gives the ambassador an "I see right through you, bud" look and moves back with the FCO and OPS::
CEO_Turnbull says:
FCO: Could be a strategy on his part though.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CEO: He's like one of those western "cowboys" that I used to read about in school.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ALL: I am sure you are all wondering about my requests for Terran food......   as the saying goes, "One can have Andorian food any time, but having Terran food is a treat not soon forgotten."
CO_Shras says:
AMB: I find perfectly normal to eat the food of the people you will be with for some time, on their planet, I had to do that too while traveling with my parents from planets to planets
CEO_Turnbull says:
FCO: That is still the image that many species have of Terrans.
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: I don't trust him.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CEO: Tyria, he's an ambassador. He knows the Terran culture surely.
CEO_Turnbull says:
CMO: What bothers you about him?
CMO_Kimura says:
CEO: Oh my god, I may be blind, but I'm not stupid... Andorian ambassadors PRIDE themselves on being as Andorian as possible. 
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CMO: So, you think he could be in disguise?
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: Yes, indeed, but having been to Earth before, I seem to have acquired a taste for their rather 'unique' food items...
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: Once I get him to Sickbay, that mask is coming off.
CEO_Turnbull says:
FCO: I'm not disagreeing with you. More or less playing the 'Devil's Advocate.'
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
::grabs at some of the food and begins to 'chow down'::
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CMO: You better be careful of your suspicions. After all this is a countryman of the Captain's.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
CO: By the way Captain, has anyone ever figured out why they call these root things 'French Fries'?
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: No he's not. 
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: He is playing stupid, but it's not a very convincing act.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
CMO: Why all the intrigue then?
CO_Shras says:
AMB: Well, I remember from school that one of the Earth's nations before they united were called French.... but I don't see the link with the fries
CEO_Turnbull says:
CMO: When you examine him, run a complete bio-scan, and see what it tells you.
CMO_Kimura says:
::shakes her head::
CEO_Turnbull says:
CMO: Something will show up there.
CMO_Kimura says:
CEO: Oh, I plan to. I'm getting to the bottom of this guy.
CMO_Kimura says:
CEO/FCO/OPS: He's making us look like fools...
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Giggles :: CMO: His Andorian bottom?
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: I doubt his butt is blue.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: stifles a laugh ::
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
CEO/CMO/FCO: If he is not Andorian, don't you think the Captain would detect anything out of the ordinary?
CEO_Turnbull says:
CMO: I wouldn't doubt that, but dye only lasts so long before it has to be refreshed.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
All: Well I'll speculate later. I'm starved. :: turns to the table and looks over the food ::
CEO_Turnbull says:
OPS/CMO/FCO: He may just have a lot of eccentric quirks.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:; picks up a plate :: All: Anyone hungry?
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Reaches for something familiar :: Self: Corn! How wonderful.
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: I was really craving some sushi... maybe it's here somewhere... Corn???
CEO_Turnbull says:
FCO: For the real thing, yes, it may be a while before we have this kind of feast again.
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: examines it :: CMO: Well, it looks like corn..... Just blue.
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
::joins the other officers at the table... makes his selection from the spread::
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
FCO: Pilot, is that what they call "corn on the cob?"
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: looks up :: AMB: Yes Ambassador, although I don't recall it being blue.
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: AS THE CREW AND GUESTS SAMPLE THE VARIOUS ASSORTMENT OF DINNER ITEMS, THE RED ALERT CLAXON SOUNDS THROUGHOUT THE SHIP
Host Amb_Tolosh (REDALERT.wav)
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: drops her plate :: All: Trouble!
CMO_Kimura says:
FCO: I knew it!
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
ACTION: AND ALMOST IMMEDIATELY, THE SHIP ROCKS AS IT IS HIT BY WEAPONS FIRE
CO_Shras says:
ALL: All officers to their stations!
FCO_Cmdr_Lane says:
:: Heads for the door :: Self: Oh no! :: reaches it and hangs on ::
OPS_Lt_Williams says:
Self: Typical, just when I think I can relax...::starts making his way to the bridge::
Host Amb_Tolosh says:
=/\==/\==/\=PAUSE MISSION=/\==/\==/\=

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