USS Europa
Stardate 10203.31

Host MikeyS says:
<<< Resume Europa Mission, Stardate 10203.31, 20:05 Eastern >>>

Host CO_Rya says:
::In her ready room::

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: The Europa is 10 minutes from being warp-ready.

FCO_B`lee says:
::gives his uniform tunic a tug as he rides in turbolift and its stops at the bridge::

XO_Vekh says:
::on Main Engineering, overseeing reintallment of the core::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::in astrometrics going over the Black Cluster data with his science team::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Sitting in OPS doing systems checks::

FCO_B`lee says:
::steps out of the lift and nods at Lieutenant Taylor who is at his station before proceeding around to the Captain's Ready Room where and presses the chime::

XO_Vekh says:
<random_EO> XO: I'm estimating a 10 minutes repair time

Host CO_Rya says:
::Hears the chime:: Outloud: Enter

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at B'lee, and mumbles::

FCO_B`lee says:
::waits for the door to the Captain's Ready Room to open before passing through it ... stands at attention in front of the Captain's desk::

XO_Vekh says:
EO: Very well, ensign. I'll get back to the bridge then. Get me a full performance report as soon as we get to coordinates of the Hydra ::makes his way out of M.E.::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Looks up at B'lee and nods, wondering why he's there:: FCO: At ease. Is there something on your mind?

FCO_B`lee says:
::falls to a parade rest:: CO: Captain, several weeks ago I was ordered to report to you ... I never made it here. You may recall that Captain Senn was beamed to sickbay shortly after I was ordered to report to your office. I am presenting myself here now.

XO_Vekh says:
::takes a TL ride up to Deck 1::

FCO_B`lee says:
CO: As the Bolian's say ... better late than never.

OPS_Taylor says:
::does a systems Diagnostic::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Nods and gestures to one of the chairs in front of the desk.::

FCO_B`lee says:
::glances at the chair, and then back to Rya ... pauses ... and then moves to the seat, sitting stiffly::

XO_Vekh says:
::enters the bridge and notices Alara might still be on the RR, then takes the center seat:: OPS: Lieutenant, report.

Host CO_Rya says:
::Silently studies the pilot for a moment.::

FCO_B`lee says:
::stares back at Rya, unblinkingly::

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Doing a systems diagnostic right now, sir.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: There are a number of issues which we need to speak about. First off, your stunt with the noise makers during a combat situation was unacceptable.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: Secondly, I've receive reports of drunkeness

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: Final diagnostics are completed, and the matter/anti-matter reaction chamber is initialized... Moments later the warp core comes online. Warp speed will be available in a few minutes.

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods:: CO: Of course, Captain ... my apologies. I was only attempting to lighten the mood prior to combat. The cushions have already been destroyed.

FCO_B`lee says:
::wipes his mouth slightly:: CO: It is my understanding that my off duty hours are mine to do with as I please ... I was not on duty, nor was I working with any heavy machinery, while drinking.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
All in astrometrics: Ok, I want team one going overrr the Black Clusterrr data we have on hand. Team two, I want you to check the calibrrrations on all the sensorrrs. I'll coorrrdinate with the otherrr deparrrtments if therrre is anything we need done outside of ourrr spherrre.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: Humor certainly has a time and a place. You just picked the wrong time and place.

FCO_B`lee says:
CO: Understood Captain.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: As for the drinking, you are correct. What you do off duty is not my business, however I am concerned about you.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
All in astrometrics: Secondly, everrryone stay one yourrr toes. This will be an imporrrtant scientific mission, but also it will be dangerrrous, so we need everrryone at peak perrrforrrmance.

FCO_B`lee says:
::flinches:: CO: I appreciate your concern, Captain ... I assure you it is unwarranted. I had an appointment to speak with Cousnelor Azhure ... but, of course, that won't be possible at the moment.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Reconfigures M/AM Ratio to a Starfleet Standard::  XO: Warp Reaction Chamber Initialized, Matter-AntiMatter Ratio Set to Starfleet Ratio.

XO_Vekh says:
OPS: Excellent, Mr. Taylor. Inform me whenever warp speed is available

Host CO_Rya says:
::Crosses her arms in front of her on the desk.:: FCO: Lt. Sheyra will be available to see you within the next 24 hours.

XO_Vekh says:
*CSO*: Mr. P'Rraos, this is Vekh. Come in.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: You will see her and that is an order.

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods:: CO: Then I will schedule an appointment with her as soon as an opportunity presents itself.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::nods to the assembled officers and taps him comm badge:: *XO*: P'Rraos herrre sirrr.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: I'll pull up her schedule right now. There's no need to wait.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Aye.

FCO_B`lee says:
::raises an eyebrow slightly as his earring jingles with the movement:: CO: That's ... very kind of you, sir.

XO_Vekh says:
*CSO*: How are preparations going on for the rendezvous?

Host CO_Rya says:
::Taps a few buttons and finds an opening in the Catian counselor's schedule.:: FCO: How does 0600 hours work for you?

CSO_P`Rraos says:
*XO*: I have a team currrrently checking the calibrrrations on all the sensorrrs, and a team going overrr all the currrrent data on the Clusterrr sirrrr.

FCO_B`lee says:
CO: That would be just fine, Captain. Chief Ahab has the gamma shift ... I will ask him to be prepared to cover a few extra hours if necessary into alpha shift.

XO_Vekh says:
*CSO*: Very good, Lieutenant. You might want to coordinate efforts with Tactical regarding the Breen movements in the area as well

CSO_P`Rraos says:
*XO*: Aye sirrr. On my way to the brrridge now. I'll get with the tactical duty officerrr when I arrrrrive.

Host CO_Rya says:
::Nods:: FCO: I'll let Lt. Sheyra know she should expect you. As for the incident on the bridge, you should report to Commander Vekh to discuss the extra duty shifts you'll be assigned.

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods:: CO: I will do so immediately.

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: You're dismissed Lt. B'lee, unless there is anything else you'd like to discuss.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Warp speed Online, sir

FCO_B`lee says:
CO: No sir. ::stands and salutes:: CO: Thank you, sir. ::turns on a heel and heads out the Ready Room door the way he came::

Host MikeyS says:
<Computer, in USS Excelsior-type voice> OPS Taylor: ::beep::  Full power available.

XO_Vekh says:
OPS: Good. ::sees B'lee coming out of RR:: FCO: Mr. B'lee, are you ready for duty?

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::goes over minor details with a couple science officers and heads out of astrometrics into the nearest TL:: Computer: Brrridge please.

FCO_B`lee says:
::heads over towards the command area of the bridge:: XO: I will be shortly, sir. I'm to speak to you about additional duty shifts ... in response to the Whoopie Incident several weeks ago.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Thinks:: Self: I gotta reprogram that voice..

Host CO_Rya says:
::Waits till he leaves and shakes her head. Alara acesses the internal communications system and leaves a message for Lt. Sheyra about the session she'd scheduled.::

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: As soon as you're ready, resume our course to encounter with the Hydra. Engage at Warp 8.

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods and waits patiently standing in front of the XO::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::exits the TL onto the bridge and heads to TAC I to confer with ATO Drist::

FCO_B`lee says:
XO: Of course Commander, I shall. And what extra duty shifts will those be, sir?

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: About extra shifts, Mr. B'lee, I think you can start right now. I'll be getting a full schedule for you quite soon.

FCO_B`lee says:
XO: Very well sir ... and will those be bridge shifts?

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Most likely, tho we are a bit down in the medical staff. How's your training in that field?

FCO_B`lee says:
::thinks for a moment:: XO: I am first responder and emergency medical technician qualified, Commander.

Host CO_Rya says:
::Sits back in her chair and thinks about the FCO and his subdued behavior. Something was clearly wrong.::

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Good. I'll be talking with Dr. Alexei about his needs in Sickbay. Now, what about getting underway?

CSO_P`Rraos says:
Drist: Lt, I'm going to need you to trrransferrr the data you have on Brrreen movements in the arrrea to Science I, and also to assist the sensorrr teams in their calibrrration checks if you could please.

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods:: XO: Of course, Commander Vekh. ::turns and heads towards the flight console, dismissing the Petty Officer there before taking his seat::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Taps her badge:: *XO*: Has the warp core been repaired Commander?

FCO_B`lee says:
::changes their course and adjusts their velocity slightly:: XO: Course and speed are set to bring us into rendezvous with the USS Hydra in twenty-one minutes, thirty-seven seconds.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
<ATO Drist> CSO: I'll have the data to you momentarily, and I'll communicate with the science teams on the calibrations after that.

XO_Vekh says:
*CO*: Yes, sir. Repaired and online. We are about to get underway. ETA is 21 min, warp 8

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::goes to Sci I and configures the console to his needs::

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Engage when ready, Lieutenant

Host CO_Rya says:
*XO*: Excellent, thank you Commander. Please alert the Hydra to know when to expect us.

FCO_B`lee says:
XO: Aye Commander... ::presses the appropriate controls:: ...warp engines are responding appropriately.

XO_Vekh says:
*CO*: Immediately, Captain. ::turns to Taylor:: OPS: Mr. Taylor, can you raise the Hydra and update them on our situation?

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Keep a close eye on the warp core performance, Mr B'lee. We don't want further surprises.

FCO_B`lee says:
::already looking at that part of his console:: XO: Already on it, Commander ... warp engines seem to be performing within operational safety limits.

Host CO_Rya says:
::Stands up and heads for the replicator. After getting a cup of berry tea, she heads over to the window to watch the stars streak by.::

FCO_B`lee says:
::turns in his chair to examine the return feed from the main deflector and navigational array::

XO_Vekh says:
::enters some commands in the chair's armrest and sends in a memo to Dr. Alexei about his extra crew needs::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Accesses the most recent logs and briefs sent by the Hydra.::

FCO_B`lee says:
::enjoys the silence on the bridge and glances up at the main viewscreen watching the stars streak by::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::taps his comm badge:: *CEO*: Lt, I'm going to need an engineerrring team to assist one of my science teams in their sensorrr calibrrrations.

FCO_B`lee says:
::looks over the last several days worth of information getting himself up to speed on the Europa's current mission::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
<CEO Madden> *CSO*: I'll see if I can pull one together. We're still pretty busy with checking the warp core, but I think I can spare a few officers for you.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
*CEO*: Thanks chief, any assistance is apprrrreciated. P'Rraos out.

Host CO_Rya says:
::Listens as the computer plays the requested information and leans against her desk, taking an occasional sip of tea.::

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: Acknowledgement sent from the Hydra. ETA is 10 minutes

FCO_B`lee says:
XO: Commander Vekh, the Hydra has signaled their acknowledgement. We'll be on station in ten minutes, fourteen seconds.

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Very good, Lieutenant. Take us to impulse at 100,000 Km out their position

Host CO_Rya says:
::Orders the computer to stop reciting the logs and briefs and tugs her uniform into place and leaves the ready room.::

FCO_B`lee says:
::nods without turning to Vekh:: XO: Of course, Commander...

FCO_B`lee says:
::hears the Captain's door open and glances in that direction:: All: Captain on the bridge!

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::taps at his console relaying the data from tactical and sensors to the science teams::

XO_Vekh says:
::spots Alara coming out of her RR and raises from the center chair:: CO: Captain, all systems working within acceptable parameters. ETA to the Hydra is 10 minutes

Host CO_Rya says:
::Is as surprised by B'lee's announcement as anyone else.::

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Aye... ::Hails the Hydra::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::raises a furry eyebrow at B'lee's sudden formality::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Smiles at Drayan.:: XO: Thank you commander. ::Leans close and whispers in his ear.:: XO: Imzadi, is B'lee's behavior striking you as odd?

FCO_B`lee says:
::works at the controls on his console:: CO/XO: I am reducing our speed to impulse. We are 100,000 kilometers from the rendezvous coordinates of the USS Hydra.

XO_Vekh says:
::whispers back:: CO: A little bit, let's hope this is a turn for the better in his performance, not that he wasnt a good officer before

XO_Vekh says:
::turns to Tactical:: TO: Mr Drist, initiate full scans of the area.

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Acknowledge, Lt. ::turns:: OPS: Mr. Taylor, has the Hydra responded to out hails?

Host CO_Rya says:
::Nods in agreement and then turns towards P'Rraos.:: CSO: Are the sensors all at optimum power?

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: No, sir

FCO_B`lee says:
::manuevers the Europa on manual at full impulse, something he doesn't get the opportunity to do very often::

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Take us in at 1/2 impulse

Host MikeyS says:
<TO_Drist> XO Vekh: Aye sir.
::scans the area::
XO Vekh: Only vessel in the area in the Hydra sir.. continuing scans.

FCO_B`lee says:
XO: Aye Commander, reducing speed to one-half of impulse... ::reduces the speed accordingly::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Hails the hydra again::

Host CO_Rya says:
::While waiting for P'Rraos, asks Drist her own question.:: TO: Are the shield modifications complete?

XO_Vekh says:
CO: Sir, according to regulations we should approach any ship without which contact hasnt been made with extreme caution

Host CO_Rya says:
XO: Agreed. FCO: Hold position here for now.

Host MikeyS says:
<TO_Drist> CO Rya: Aye sir. We'll be ready for anything the Cluster throws at us.

Host CO_Rya says:
CSO: Scan the Hydra

XO_Vekh says:
TO: Mr. Drist, direct scans on the Hydra. Coordinate with Science

CSO_P`Rraos says:
CO: Aye sirrr. ::begins a scan on the Hydra::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Smiles slightly at Drayan::

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
@COMM: Europa: Europa, this is Captain Scott Davidson of the USS Hydra. Receiving your transmission.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
CO: Not rrreading anything out of the orrrdinarrry sirrr. ::keeps scanning::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Puts the transmission on screen::

XO_Vekh says:
::watches closely the Hydra's CO::

FCO_B`lee says:
::brings the Europa to relative stop:: CO: Helm is responding all stop, Captain.

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
<TO_Drist> XO Vekh: Aye sir..

Host CO_Rya says:
COMM: Hydra: Captain Davidson, we were getting concerned when you didn't respond to our hails.

XO_Vekh says:
::approaches Taylor:: OPS: double check the command codes and clearance

FCO_B`lee says:
::glances at his the navigational sensors and examines what little information they give him about nearby vessels::

Host CO_Rya says:
COMM: Hydra: This is Captain Alara Rya of the USS Europa. We're here to relieve you.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO:Aye. ::Checks Command codes and such::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Smiles at the view screen::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Waits for Davidson's response::

XO_Vekh says:
::gets to Sci1:: CSO: Lieutenant, just to be safe, download the data from the Hydra throught high level viruscanners

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
@COMM: Europa: My apologies Captain, we were running a diagnostic on our communications array.
We stand relieved. Transmitting all information regarding our scans from the past few months.

FCO_B`lee says:
::turns his chair slightly and watches the proximity sensors pleased with the return information::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::nods to the XO:: XO: Aye sirrr. ::begins the download through high level virus scanners::

FCO_B`lee says:
CO: Datalink is complete, Captain ... Mister P'Rraos should be getting the information now.

XO_Vekh says:
COMM: Hydra: Captain, has there been any unusual Breen movement in the sector?

Host CO_Rya says:
COMM: Hydra: No worries Captain. ::Nods at B'lee's comment.::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Glances back at P'Rraos and Taylor to see if they are indeed getting the information.::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::begins getting data and turns his head to nod to the CO::

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
@COMM: Europa: No Commander, though long-range probes have been detecting strange EM signals from deep inside the cluster.
A survey ship is being sent, with upgraded shields and hull armor, to investigate. Until that time, we merely patrol the perimeter.

FCO_B`lee says:
::watches the view screen as Captain Davidson considers his response to Commander Vehk VERY carefully::

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::checks the data as it comes in making sure everything is in order::

Host CO_Rya says:
COMM: Hydra: When is the survey ship due to arrive?

Host CO_Rya says:
::Shifts in her chair::

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
@COMM: Europa: Not for several months Captain. Starfleet is waiting on our shield modifications... we don't dare transmit them over vast distances, since we're worried the Breen have our subspace amplifiers bugged.

FCO_B`lee says:
::wonders why they would be concerned if there hasn't been any Breen activity in such a long time ... shrugs it off::

Host CO_Rya says:
COMM: Hydra: A sensible precaution. ::Looks to see if anyone has any more questions:: If there's nothing else, enjoy your shore leave.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::ears perk up at the Hydra CO's comment about amps being bugged::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Turns to see B'lee::

FCO_B`lee says:
::feels someone watching him and turns slightly in his chair:: OPS: Yes Lieutenant?

XO_Vekh says:
::turns to Tactical:: TO: Drist, can you detect the survey vessel?

OPS_Taylor says:
FCO: Did you stay in Sickbay the other day?

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::sees the data is done downloading and turns and walks to the TAC console behind the CO/XO:: CO: The data download is complete sirrr. It appearrrs to be in orrrderrr.

FCO_B`lee says:
::frowns, not wanting to talk about this right now:: OPS: As long as the doctor would allow.

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
@COMM: Europa: Thank you Captain. I'm sure we will. We also sent you several holo-novels we've collected.. a few of which were authored by my crew. They've come in handy these past several months. It's been a pleasure Captain. Good day. ::closes the channel::

Host CO_Rya says:
::Turns and nods:: CSO: Thank you Lt.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::nods to the CO and returns to SCI I to begin seperating data and dispatching it to his various science teams::

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
<TO_Drist> XO Vekh: No sir. According to the data the Hydra sent, it's still in the Sol system being modified.

XO_Vekh says:
Self: Holonovels?!

FCO_B`lee says:
::taps a few buttons on his console:: CO: The datalink has been severed...

Host CO_Rya says:
OPS: Please pull the holo novels from the data buffers and shunt them to the holodeck files.

Host CO_Rya says:
All: There will be a staff meeting in one hour.

XO_Vekh says:
CO: Seems they have a very looong stay around, eh, sir? ::means the holonovels::

Host CO_Rya says:
OPS: Please notify all senior officers who aren't present that their attendence will be required.

FCO_B`lee says:
::hopes the Europa's stay won't be nearly as long as they Hydra's::

OPS_Taylor says:
FCO: Ah.... ::Turns to the CO:: CO: Aye ::Swivels to the Console and pull the Holonovels and shunt then to the Holodeck:;

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
ACTION: The Hydra jumps to warp, heading away from the Europa, and the Black Cluster.
The Europa is still about 30 minutes from the patrol perimeter.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::hears the CO's announcement:: Quietly to Self: I wouldn't have taken the prrromotion if I'd known all I was going to do was meetings.

Host CO_Rya says:
XO: Indeed. I have to admit I am curious as to what they have written about.

FCO_B`lee says:
CO/XO: Meanwhile, shall we get underway again?

OPS_Taylor says:
CO: Aye. ::Notifies the Senior Officers::

Host CO_Rya says:
FCO: Put us on trajectory for the patrol coordinates.

Host CO_Rya says:
XO: Let's hope we're not stuck here as long as they were.

FCO_B`lee says:
::makes the course change:: CO: Course set, Captain.

XO_Vekh says:
FCO: Engage. Warp 5

Host CO_Rya says:
::Smiles at B'lee:: FCO: Engage

CSO_P`Rraos says:
CO: Sirrr, I'd like to go overrr the new data with my seniorrr officerrrs in my deparrrtment so they can get crrracking on it beforrre the meeting if it's okay with you.

FCO_B`lee says:
::makes it so:: CO/XO: Aye sir, warp five ... engaged.

Host CO_Rya says:
CSO: Of course.

CSO_P`Rraos says:
::nods to the CO and pads into a TL:: Computer: Astrometrics please.

Host CO_Scott_Davidson says:
<<< Pause Europa Mission, Stardate 10203.31, 21:16 Eastern >>>

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