USS Hayden - Stardate 10211.13
Episode #205 - "A Farewell to Friends."

Cast:
Paul as CO Captain Jason Cutter
Karen as XO Commander Samantha Skye
Bryan as CEO Commander Brynn Michaels
Brian as CSO Commander Lys Talan
Erin as CTO Lieutenant Commander Ashlynn Kostandinos
D as CNS Lieutenant Commander Keely Cutter
Jay as EO Lieutenant Jay Davidson
Heather as CMO Lieutenant JG Jerlia Bishop
Trevor as FCO Lieutenant JG Othello Knight
Eric as TO Ensign Trent Marr
Karri as OPS Ensign Coreena Young

Guest Starring:
Gilles as Sellig
Pam as Holly

and Featuring:
John as SM Admiral Klord

Klord
Prologue: Pennets and flags festton the city where the AT is, today being the day of the BIG race.  The Hayden has entered the system and is orbiting the area of the planet.
     
Klord
 <<<Resume mission>>>
   
CSO Lys
 ::on a turbolift heading for the bridge::
   
TO Marr
 ::at tactical checking weapons loadouts to verify that configurations are correct, for the fourth time::

CMO Bishop
 @::is out in back of the inn hanging the last of the washing on the line so she can go give Sellig some moral support::
 
CO Cutter
 ::on the bridge.  original, huh?::

FCO Knight
 ::Watches over the Hayden's standard parking orbit and checks for decay. Smiles as he's found none::

CNS Cutter
 ::being original on the bridge::
 
CO Cutter
 TO:  Mr. Marr, status of your weapons calculations?

EO Davidson
 ::arrives on the bridge:: CO: She may be hurting Captain, but we got her here. ::gives a smile::
 
CO Cutter
 EO:  That's good Mr. Davidson.  It keeps me from killing you.

OPS Coreena
 ::At OPS, quietly watching.::
    
Sellig
 @ ::adjusts the fuel intake valve once again and starts the engine:: Self: This should do it.

CMO Bishop
 @::fixes the last of the sheets and heads inside to put the basket back in the closet::
     
Holly
 @::walks out into the yard and sits on the swing in the back::
   
TO Marr
 CO: Sir, all weapons hot. ::nods::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks around quickly for Morgan::

CNS Cutter
 ::stifles a smile at her oh-such-a-people-person husband::

EO Davidson
 CO: You wouldn't do that sir. I am too valuable.  Who else would fix a broken ship? ::laughs a little::
 
CO Cutter
 OPS:  Do you have the planet on your sensors?
 
CO Cutter
 EO:  Oh, you'd be surprised.  Carry on Mr. Davidson
   
CSO Lys
 ::pauses the lift as a wave of vertigo plays through his head::
    
Sellig
 @ ::listens to the engine and nods::
   
XO Skye
 @::Takes her spot in the stands shielding her eyes from the sun.::

CMO Bishop
 @::doesn't find Morgan and heads off through the back and toward Sellig's workshop::
    
Sellig
 @ ::shuts down engine:: Self: I've done all that I can.

EO Davidson
 ::nods:: CO: Shield bubble is online and stable.

CNS Cutter
 ::sitting cross-legged in her chair, reading through a padd::

OPS Coreena
 CO:  No sir, not visually, only by the effect of the gravitational field.
 
CO Cutter
 OPS:  Very well.
 
CO Cutter
 ::looks around::  OPS:  Where is the CSO?
   
CSO Lys
 ::the feeling passes and Talan sends the lift back on its way::
    
Sellig
 @::opens up the doors of the workshop and gets ready to get the vehicle to the starting line::
 
OPS Coreena
 CO:  I believe he is on his way.

CSO Lys
 ::steps out onto the bridge and quietly takes his post::

CO Cutter
 OPS:  Ah, never mind, there he is.

CMO Bishop
 @::stands in the doorway of the workshop leaning on the door and smiling at Sellig as he works getting the car ready::

OPS Coreena
 ::Glances curiously over at Talan::
 
CO Cutter
 CSO:  You okay Talan?
     
Holly
 @::looks at Sellig's workshop door wondering what that no good brother of hers is up to::

CNS Cutter
 ::looks up to see if Ashlynn was on the bridge yet and frowns when she doesn't see her::
    
Sellig
 @ ::sees her at the door and smiles happily:: CMO: Hiya. :: and sees Holly in the back and waves:: Holly: Hi Holly
   
TO Marr
 ::stands tall and silent at tactical, finger on the trigger::
   
CSO Lys
 ::looks up and sees the Captain, tries to look normal:: CO: Yes sir, I'm fine.  ::sits at his station glad to have a chair::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks at the car and wanders into the shop:: Sellig: She sounds great. Getting hopeful?
     
Holly
 @::waves at Sellig and continues to swing, because Jerlia is with her brother now and doesn't want to interrupt::
 
CO Cutter
 ::starts to argue, then let's it drop::  CSO:  Good.

OPS Coreena
 ::Glances at the captain and turns around to her station.  Types out a message to Talan. "CSO:  You do not look alright."::

FCO Knight
 ::Monitors to make sure they're in orbit, since the sensors only see the gravity patterns of a planet::
   
XO Skye
 @::Strains to see the people coming to the starting line.::
   
CSO Lys
 ::turns to smile at Coreena after sending back "I'll be fine."::

CNS Cutter
 ::frowns and looks around.  Sure things were tense and with reason, but::
    
Sellig
 @::smiles:: CMO: I am, but the race is not important.  Just proving that I did it is good enough for me.  However, being able to rub it into my challengers face would be a bonus. ::grins::

OPS Coreena
 ::Looks worried, but accepts what he tells her.::
 
CO Cutter
 All:  Attention on the bridge.  I will be taking a small rescue team with me in a shuttle to find our people.  My intention is to avoid contact IF I can, but we will get our people back.  Clear?

CEO Michaels
 @ ::a loud noise is heard from down the road, as a dust cloud nears the race starting line::

EO Davidson
 CO: Yes, Sir.

CMO Bishop
 @::grins affectionately down at him:: Sellig: Well since my brother is in the race too, I'm sure you can understand my remaining neutral.

CSO Lys
 ::nods::

CNS Cutter
 ::raises an eyebrow, listens and nods::

CMO Bishop
 @::grins wider:: Sellig: But I was thinking that a good luck kiss wouldn't hurt.

CEO Michaels
 @::wearing large circular goggles, Brynn drives up to the starting line, Ken and Jake holding on for dear life::
    
Sellig
 @ ::sighs:: CMO: I was hoping. ::smiles and moves closer to her::
     
Holly
 @::hears the noise in the street and debates about going to watch the race::
 
CO Cutter
 ::turns toward Coreena::  OPS:  Feel ready for your first AT, Coreena?

CEO Michaels
 @::hops out of the car and puts the goggles up on his head, looking at the gathering crowd with a pleased grin on his face::

OPS Coreena
 ::Her eyes open wide::  CO:  I… I believe so sir.  ::Glances at Talan::
 
CO Cutter
 ::smiles::  OPS:  Good, you're with me.

EO Davidson
 ::stands up from his station::

CMO Bishop
 @::places her arms around Sellig's neck and plants a lip lock on him::
   
CSO Lys
 ::looks at Coreena and smile, mouthing the words "You'll be fine."::

OPS Coreena
 ::Stands up, turning her station over to a replacement, hoping she remembers everything Talan and Bafii had taught her.::
     
Holly
 @::decides that she should support her dingbat brother and walks through the gate and to the street::
    
Sellig
 @::sighs as he kisses her::

CNS Cutter
 ::considers the idea of arguing with the CO about him going but then reconsiders.::
 
CO Cutter
 ::grins watching Talan::  CSO:  You too Talan,  both of you report to the shuttle bay and prep a shuttle.
   
XO Skye
 @Takes her seat waiting for the race to begin.::

CEO Michaels
 @::walks up to Sellig and slaps him on the back, interrupting the kiss::  Sellig: Best of luck to you ol' chap.

CMO Bishop
 @::reluctantly withdraws from a damn good kiss to leave him to push his vehicle onto the street::

OPS Coreena
 ::Lets go a sigh of relief at hearing Talan was also going.::
   
CSO Lys
 ::nods, standing and moving with Coreena to the TL::

EO Davidson
 CO: Sir, you may need my services or do you have something else in mind?
 
CO Cutter
 FCO:  Mr. Knight, you have the bridge.  I expect it here when I get back.  Clear?
    
Sellig
 @::unlocks his lips and extends his hand: CEO: And to you.
 
CO Cutter
 EO:  Not this time, Jay.  I'm keeping the team small.

CNS Cutter
 ::still not sure its a good idea::

CMO Bishop
 @::blushes slightly and slips away to join her sister in the crowd::

CTO Kostandinos
::on the bridge::

FCO Knight
 CO: No worries, Cap'n. Jus' bring back the shut'les this time.

CMO Bishop
 @::walks out into the street looking for the XO::
     
Holly
 @::moves over to where the race is set to begin and sees Brynn but turns away before he sees her::
    
Sellig
 @:: shakes the CEO's hand and then proceeds to enter his car.::

CEO Michaels
 @::shakes Sellig's hand::  Sellig: You're going to need it.  ::Grins and slides the goggles down once again and scans the crowd.::

EO Davidson
 CO: Aye ::sits back down and lowers his head a bit::
   
XO Skye
 @::Sees Jerlia and waves.::

CO Cutter
 CTO:  You too Ash.  Report to the shuttle bay for AT duty.  We're going to get your fiancee.
 
CO Cutter
 TO:  Mr. Marr, I'm counting on you to get us in and out.  Just like before.
    
Sellig
 @::starts the engine and listens to the engine purr::

CTO Kostandinos
 ::barely nods her approval and rushes off to the TL::

CEO Michaels
 @::disappointed at not spotting Holly, he turns and gets into his car, starting the engine::
   
TO Marr
 ::nods:: CO: Sir, of course, sir.

CMO Bishop
 @::smiles up at the XO and waves back, hurrying to join her::

CEO Michaels
 @Jake/Ken: Don't you two worry, this is a sure thing.
 
CO Cutter
 ::grins:: FCO: Shuttles?  Dime a dozen.
   
CSO Lys
 ::as the TL proceeds to the shuttlebay::  OPS:  Ready for a little outing.  ::smiles, perhaps a little wider than he should::

CNS Cutter
 ::under her breath:: CO: Jason...

FCO Knight
 ::Quietly:: Self: Bring Jerlia back too while ya at it, eh?

CEO Michaels
 @<Jake>: Yeah...sure thing!
     
Holly
 @::stands on a porch behind the crowd and watches the crowd::
   
XO Skye
 @::Smiles and holds a hand out to the CMO.:: CMO: Jerlia, you excited?
    
Sellig
 @::moves the car at the starting line::

OPS Coreena
 CSO:  I hope so and I am glad you are coming.  Shall I fly the shuttle?

CEO Michaels
 @<Ken>: Just be careful out there.  I don't want t-to...lose my pension over th-this.
 
CO Cutter
 ::whispers:: CNS: I'll be careful, love.  I need to bring my people home.  I'll be back before you know it.
    
Sellig
 @::signals to the judge that he is ready to begin::

EO Davidson
 CO: Captain, just bring them all back.  Including your self.

FCO Knight
 CO: I'll remember you said that.

CMO Bishop
 @::grins excitedly:: XO: Just a little, and you?

CEO Michaels
 @::mimics Sellig's signal::
     
Klord
 ACTION: A man with a funny little checkered flag step up on a small podium.

CSO Lys
 ::the TL quick arrives at its destination and they make their way to the bay:: OPS: It's up to the Captain, but you have my vote.
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Yes, this should be a good race!
     
Holly
 @::smiles at her brother and his crazy car::

CNS Cutter
 ::whispers:: CO: I understand, but ::sigh:: be careful.  You've got an emotional fiancee with you.

CMO Bishop
 @::shakes her head:: XO: I can honestly say, I don't know who's going to win.
 
CO Cutter
 ::grins at his wife, moves to the TL and heads for the shuttle bay::

OPS Coreena
 CSO:  I will prepare the shuttle for take off.
     
Klord
 <Starter> Gentlemen, start your engines.

OPS Coreena
 ::Enters the shuttle and moves to the pilot's seat.::

CEO Michaels
 @::waves to the crowd as he revs the engine.  It makes a coughing sound::
    
Sellig
 @::almost starts his engine again since it is already started::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Isn't that what makes it a good race?

CNS Cutter
 ::bangs her head on the arm of her chair:: Aloud: MEN!

CTO Kostandinos
 ::enters the shuttle bay and looks around anxiously::
   
CSO Lys
 ::nods.  Pauses outside the shuttle a moment, fighting down another vertigo moment::

OPS Coreena
 ::Begins shuttle check.::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks at the XO and snickers slightly:: XO: Well yes, of course. ::a bit awkward:: well,  you know what I mean.
     
Klord
 ACTION: The starter waves the flag and the race begins in a cloud of dust, steam and smoke.

EO Davidson
 FCO: So, how's the chair fit my friend?
    
Sellig
 @::gradually pushes the accelerator, increasing the speed slowly so as not to accelerate too fast and stay in place::

CSO Lys
 ::climbs into the shuttle and begins a systems check on the sensor systems::
 
CO Cutter
 ::enters the shuttle bay and walks into the shuttle.  Does a double take at OPS in the pilots seat, but sits down::

Sellig
 @::brings the speed slowly to maximum::

CEO Michaels
 @::slams on the accelerator, the car leaps forward, then stops, sputters and dies::

CTO Kostandinos
 ::sits down in the shuttle, glancing at her fellow occupants::

OPS Coreena
 ::Finishes the check and glances back to see the captain::  CO:  The shuttle is ready.  ::a question in her eye on whether he wants the pilot seat::
 
CO Cutter
 OPS:  Take us out when ready.  When we're at the coordinates work with Mr. Marr to send us to the planet.

FCO Knight
 EO: Feel's loose. Cap'n 's gettin' a li'l "fluffy", eh, mate?
    
Sellig
 @::continues at maximum speed not looking over his shoulder::
     
Holly
 @::watches the cars start down the street in a cloud of dust::  Self: Oooooo dirty things! ::wipes her face with a hankie to get rid of the dust::

CEO Michaels
 @::curses, starts the engine again, and takes it easier this time, heading off 50 yards behind Sellig::
   
XO Skye
 @::Tries to stand on her tippie toes to see the race better.::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks to the XO:: XO: So how are you feeling this morning? I know you were quite tired when you finally got up this morning.

EO Davidson
 FCO: Shall I take your place "Captain?" ::smiles and laughs a little::

CMO Bishop
 @::grins as Sellig takes off ahead of Brynn::
    
Sellig
 @::sees the turn coming up and decides to take it on the inside rather fast::

OPS Coreena
 ::Nods::  *Bridge*:  Ready for launch.

CEO Michaels
 @::gets up to top speed and slowly gains on Sellig::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: I live tired.  It takes me ten minutes to get to the outhouse and back each night and I seem to go at least 4 times a night.  I don't sleep well

CNS Cutter
 ::looks up and gives the FCO the "look"::  FCO: Fluffy?

FCO Knight
 *OPS*: You are clear for launch.   FO Morris: Open SB doors.

OPS Coreena
 ::As the shuttle doors open, she lifts the shuttle and slips it out, heading towards the direction of the planet.  Glances at the coordinates to stop and wait::

Sellig
 @::keeps control in the turn barely and vows to compensate next turn::

CMO Bishop
 @XO: You should bring a pot into the room with you.  I won't mind.  I've been there.

EO Davidson
 FCO: Oh no, now you did it.  You have upset Dr. Cutter. ::laughs and sits down at the helm:: FCO: Been a while.
    
Sellig
 @::wishes he had thought of putting on goggles after receiving dust in his eyes::

FCO Knight
 ::Turns to the CNS:: CNS: Oy! Eh, that's the nice way o' puttin' it, ma'am.
     
Holly
 @::pushes through the crowd and back across the street::
   
XO Skye
 @::Looks at Jerlia and laughs not willing to voice what she's really thinking.:: CMO: I don't think that would be a good idea.

CNS Cutter
 ::looks at both the EO and FCO::

OPS Coreena
 $::Brings the shuttle to stop::  CO:  We are in position.

CEO Michaels
 @::flicks a little button on the side of his goggles a few times, as tiny blades push the dust aside::

EO Davidson
 CNS: Problem doctor?

CMO Bishop
 @::grins:: XO: It was a thought.
     
Klord
 ACTION: As he wipes his eyes, Selleg misses a turn and hits a horse.  The CEO roars past.
 
CO Cutter
 $OPS:  You're in the pilots seat Coreena.  Coordinate with Mr. Marr.  Get us to the planet.
   
CSO Lys
 $ ::starts recording the proceedings for later research::

OPS Coreena
 $::nods to the captain::  *TO*:  We are in position.

Sellig
 @::screams::

CEO Michaels
 @::laughs and waves at Sellig as he goes past::

EO Davidson
 FCO: Shuttle is in position and were ready to fire weapons.

CMO Bishop
 @::watches the cars go out of sight and wonders what's going on::

FCO Knight
 TO: Fire.
   
TO Marr
 ::nods:: FCO/*OPS*: Tactical ready. Firing in 5...4...
    
Sellig
 @::looks at the horse and gets back on course::

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::looks on, wishing there was more she personally could do::
   
TO Marr
 FCO/*OPS*: 3...2...

OPS Coreena
 $::Glances down at the nav sensors and the surrounding gravimetric readings.  Her hands ready to move::
     
Holly
 @::turns to see Brynn roar by and smiles as she turns back and heads back to the inn::
   
TO Marr
 FCO/*OPS*: Firing. Weapons away.
     
Klord
 ACTION: As the weapons are fired the tactical console goes up in flames and smoke.

CEO Michaels
 @::spots a figure heading away from the race and wonders if it's Holly::
    
Sellig
 @::attempts to gain ground on the CEO by taking the corners faster and narrower::
     
Klord
 ACTION: The missiles explode and the window opens.
 
CNS Cutter
 EO/FCO: Here's the thing, gentlemen.  I can make fun of my husband because he's mine.  You, however, can't.  It's in the rules.  ::smiles sweetly and goes back to work on the padd in her lap::

OPS Coreena
 $::As the 'hole' opens, she quickly sends the shuttle through::

FCO Knight
 ::Turns and looks over to the Tactical station:: TO: You all right, mate?

CMO Bishop
 @::mutters:: Self: Come on Sweetheart, keep it together. ::prays the carriage doesn't fall apart::

CEO Michaels
 @::spots Sellig gaining in the corner of his eye, and tries to push the car harder::

OPS Coreena
 $::Navigates the ship through some minor turbulence::
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Yes, sir.
   
CSO Lys
 $ ::his mind boggles a bit at the readings he is getting::  Aloud:  Fascinating.
 
CO Cutter
 $CSO:  Full scan.  We where and when we need to be?

CMO Bishop
 @::has a thought and grins, knowing now that after the other day it won't fall apart::

EO Davidson
 ::turns around:: FCO: Who says that doesn't happen all the time, right Othello, or should I say acting captain? ::laughs and turns back around::
 
CO Cutter
 $CTO:  If you can scan the planet, scan for our people.
     
Holly
 @::stands on the porch of the Inn and watches the race for a few more minutes::

CEO Michaels
 @::hears a rattling under his feet as something breaks free and falls off::
    
Sellig
 @::keeps his head lower to avoid the rocks and dust and accelerates quicker in the turns::

FCO Knight
 CNS: Noted, Dr.. Cutter, but since I'm in charge 'til Fluffy gets back, it's all in fun.

OPS Coreena
 $::Keeps a steady hand on the shuttle, wondering if the FCO would be proud of her.::

CTO Kostandinos
 $::turns all her energy onto scanning the planet::
   
CSO Lys
 $ CO: Checking sir, preliminary indicators look good.
     
Klord
 ACTION: The race is a grueling test of nerves and brute strength as the crude autos smoke and steam around the track for the first 10 laps but it is a tight race.

CEO Michaels
 @::looking back at the loose part::  I hope I don't need that...
 
CO Cutter
 $OPS:  Standard orbit

CNS Cutter
 ::breathes in through her nose:: FCO: Understood then.  I'll be sure to let "Fluffy" know.
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: It's getting good.  More nervous or less?

CNS Cutter
 ::exits the bridge and heads for her own office::

OPS Coreena
 $::Brings the shuttle through, and brings it to standard orbit::

FCO Knight
 Self: Oy, women.

CTO Kostandinos
 $CO: I have them on scans.  XO and CMO are in stationary positions, CEO seems to be moving around in a circle at an incredible rate of speed for a humanoid.

OPS Coreena
 $CO: We are in orbit.  ::Glances back::

EO Davidson
 ::sits at the CONN and shakes his head:: FCO: Quiet before you say anything more about "Fluffy".

Sellig
 @::hears the vehicles rattle with each turn and knows the seats are sturdy from the "testing" he did on them the other night::

CMO Bishop
 @::shakes her head:: XO: I don't know.  I just hope they make it in one piece.  At least Brynn's car anyway.  I'm not too worried about Sellig's.

CEO Michaels
 @::gets just in front of Sellig, inches ahead, and skids through the next corner::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: You're worried about Brynn?
   
CSO Lys
 $ ::looks over the CTO's shoulder to see what she means.  He whistles::  CTO: Horseback maybe?
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: He's a CEO, he knows cars.

CTO Kostandinos
 $CO: So is this the part where we beam them back up and get the hell out of here?

CMO Bishop
 @::nods in the direction at the piece he lost:: XO: Well something fell off.
    
Sellig
 @::nudges a little ahead of the CEO quite surprised that his engine is as fast as his own::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Something fell off?  ::Strains to see.::

FCO Knight
 EO/TO: Keep an eye on those sensors. I want to know any major change the instant it happens.
 
CO Cutter
 $::shakes his head::  CTO:  I don't know what's happening and I don't want to alarm the natives. We'll go down.

OPS Coreena
 $::Feels a slight ripple go through her, but ignores it.::

CEO Michaels
 @::hears a rattling under the steering column, and gives the car a solid kick  The rattling stops::

CMO Bishop
 @::nods:: XO: I didn't see what it was but it obviously didn't make much difference.
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Yes, sir. ::begins monitoring::

CTO Kostandinos
 $CO: Ok, so let's go already

EO Davidson
 FCO: You got it.  Should I try and establish communication with the Captain's team?
 
CO Cutter
 $ Shuttle Crew: Listen up.  Stay in the shadows.  I want to minimize contact.  Understood?

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::nods::
   
CSO Lys
 $ ::checking his scans:: CO: Well, the rest of the population looks to be humanoid.  No problem blending in.
    
Sellig
 @::gives the fuel mixture a slight nudge hopping to accelerate more::
 
CO Cutter
 $CSO:  Except for the uniforms.

CNS Cutter
 ::exits at deck 5 and heads for her office::
   
CSO Lys
 $CO: That's what replicators are for.  ::smirks::

FCO Knight
 ::Feels uncomfortable sitting in the "Big Chair" and stands.::

OPS Coreena
 $::Quietly so only he can hear::  CSO:  Is it possible to stay in the shadows and get somewhere?
     
Holly
 @::feels the people pushing in on her and turns and walks into the inn:: Self: I just can't stand it anymore.

CMO Bishop
 @::shakes her head:: XO: Man, this is a close race
 
CO Cutter
 $CSO:  Good point.  Get us a visual and replicate us some clothes

FCO Knight
 EO: That would be prudent. Proceed.
   
CSO Lys
 $OPS: Often times shadows are all encompassing.
 
CO Cutter
 $OPS:  Take us in and land us out of sight.
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Too close.  ::Finds her hands clasped so tightly in front of her that her knuckles are white.::
   
CSO Lys
 $CO: Already started.  They'll be ready when we land.
    
Sellig
 @::is surprised as the change slows his vehicle down::

OPS Coreena
 $::Frowns, not understanding.::

EO Davidson
 *CO*: Captain, this is the Hayden.  Come in? Do you read?

OPS Coreena
 $CO:  Yes sir.

CEO Michaels
 @::grins as he passes Sellig::
     
Holly
 @::pours herself a cup of coffee and sits at a table daydreaming about what could have been::
    
Sellig
 @::quickly adjusts the fuel mixture back to the previous setting::

CMO Bishop
 @::straightens:: XO: Brynn is passing him!
   
TO Marr
 ::begins working rapidly on reconfiguring the weapons loadouts at a different station::

CO Cutter
 $*EO*:  Barely.  We're landing on the planet.  We have our people on scanners.  Stand by.

EO Davidson
 ::adds a narrow band subspace filter to the transmitter array::

XO Skye
 @CMO: Is this a bad thing or a good one?

CEO Michaels
 @::hears an odd noise coming from the engine::
    
Sellig
 @::adjusts the fuel mixture the other way and notices the car accelerate:: Self: I set that backwards?

EO Davidson
 *CO*: Aye.  Shall we try and contact the other away team?

OPS Coreena
 $::Locates a clearing not far from the village and takes the shuttle in low, using the various trees and hills to help cover its arrival.::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks at the XO and chuckles:: XO: Good for Brynn, bad for Sellig.

CEO Michaels
 @::reaches into the back for a canister of oil, and pours it over the top of the front of the car.  The noise lessens::
 
CO Cutter
 $ *EO*:  No.  Stand by
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Exactly, so from your perspective?
   
CSO Lys
 $::finishing the replications, starts handing out the clothing::
     
Klord
 ACTION: A cloud of smoke erupts from the CEO's auto, blinding him.

FCO Knight
 Ens. Bailey: Take a look at the TAC station before you report back to ME. Make sure there are no more shorts outta that thing.

EO Davidson
 ::through all the interference it's just barely understandable:: *CO*: Aye.
 
CO Cutter
 $CSO:  Get the clothes passed out and let's get changed and moving.
   
CSO Lys
 $CTO: I hope you like blue.
    
Sellig
 @::barely misses the CEO's car as he passes on the outside of the turn::

CMO Bishop
@ ::shakes her head and sits down:: XO: I can't watch anymore.  Tell me who wins.

CTO Kostandinos
 $::throws it on over her uniform::

FCO Knight
 <Bailey> FCO: Aye.

OPS Coreena
 $::Glancing at sensors to make sure there is no life beyond animals in the area, she lands the shuttle::
   
XO Skye
 @::Grasps Jerlia's arm.:: CMO: JERLIA!

CEO Michaels
 @::swerves wildly, until the smoke clears, and his goggles are wiped clean::

EO Davidson
 <Bailey>FCO: That thing is going to have to be totally replaced Mr. Knight.  It's going to take some time.
    
Sellig
 @::grins as he is once again in the lead::

CMO Bishop
 @::laughs:: XO: Oh, Come on Sam! I can't stand this!  I don't know whom I want to win!
   
XO Skye
 @::Points to the flames erupting from Brynn's car.::

CEO Michaels
 @::sees he's slightly off course, and heads straight for Sellig.  At least the engine isn't making noises anymore::

CSO Lys
 $::having passed out the clothes, quickly gets changed himself and finds a place to hide his tricorder::
 
OPS Coreena
 $CO:  We have landed.  The place of residence is a short hike away.

CO Cutter
 $Team:  We all changed?   Let's move out then.

Klord
 ACTION: The flames subside from the CEO's car but a slight knocking can be heard.
 
CO Cutter
@ ::exits the shuttle and waits for the team to join him::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::opens the shuttle door and climbs out::

FCO Knight
 Self: Cap'n's not gonna like this. Oy!   Bailey: All right.
   
CSO Lys
 @::follows the others outside::

CNS Cutter
 ::throws her padd at the pillows on the couch:: ARG!
 
CO Cutter
 @CSO:  You have the tricorder, lead the way.

CEO Michaels
 @ ::frowns at the new noise, and searches for another bottle in the back::

OPS Coreena
 @::Does the fast change in history, hoping she is wearing the clothes properly and steps to the doors::

CSO Lys
 @::check the tricorder and starts off towards the AT::

EO Davidson
 FCO: First day on the job Othello and you breaking the Captain's ship already.  Geeez, I would have at least waited an hour. ::laughs::
    
Sellig
 @::continues on hopping the CEO's car will just fall apart::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::follows along, trying to go as quickly as possible::
 
CO Cutter
 @::follows behind the CSO, checking to see the rest of the team is tagging along::

CEO Michaels
 @::finds the bottle, takes a large swig of it, and dumps the rest into the fuel container::  Ah the wonderful combustible features of alcohol...::smiles as he speeds up catching up to Sellig::

OPS Coreena
 @::Locks the doors behind her, setting the ship's warning system and takes off after the CSO, her eyes wide as she tries to take everything in.::

CMO Bishop
 @XO: How many more laps are there?

CNS Cutter
 Self: Childish or not, but dang, that felt kind of good.  ::grabs the pillow and flings it across the room and then grins::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: I lost count. I'm so sorry.

FCO Knight
 Self: I wish I knew what was goin' on down there. EO: Not my fault. Keep ya eyes on th' sensors. I don't want any more accidents.
     
Klord
 ACTION: The AT enters the city and the CTO, rushing ahead, is nearly run over by a steaming, chugging auto which is followed closely by a second.

CEO Michaels
 @::gaining on Sellig, manages to pull up beside him::
 
CO Cutter
 @::jumps back, narrowly avoiding one of the autos::

EO Davidson
 FCO: I could launch a recon probe into the window and we might be able to get a viewer image?

CTO Kostandinos
 @::freezes in position as the things that could only be described as machines pass her by.  Could have sworn she saw Brynn in one of them as she gets out of the way::
     
Holly
 @::finishes her coffee and heads to her room::

OPS Coreena
 @::Tires to keep from tripping over the long skirts, wondering why ladies wore them, not to mention they were hot::

CMO Bishop
 @XO: I guess we'll have to wait until they come around again....
 
CO Cutter
 @CSO:  Our people are HERE?
   
CSO Lys
 @ ::looks on interested::  OPS: Wow, those are different.

FCO Knight
 EO: Besides, this is my second time mindin' the ol' store.
    
Sellig
 @::yelps as some crazy fool is in front of him:: CTO: Get out of the way IDIOT !!

CTO Kostandinos
 @AT: What are THOSE?

XO Skye
 @CMO: I guess so.

OPS Coreena
 @CSO:  Different from what? And they do not smell good at all.

EO Davidson
 FCO: Well, recon probe?
 
CO Cutter
 @CTO:  I think they call them cars, Ash.
   
CSO Lys
 @::startled by the CO, double checks the tricorder::  CO: Yes sir.

CMO Bishop
 @XO: I don't think there are many more.  Want to go wait by the finish line?

CEO Michaels
 @::Does a double take as he passes a bunch of newcomers::  Was that Ashlynn??
 
CO Cutter
 @Team:  Spread out, let's find our people.

CEO Michaels
 @::nearly runs into Sellig, but recovers in time::
   
CSO Lys
 @ OPS: Well, different from anything I've ever seen before.

FCO Knight
 EO: Nah. That's OK. Jus' keep checkin' the scans for updates.
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Let's.  I'm right behind you.
    
Sellig
 @::yells at the CEO as he gets too close:: CEO: Play fair !!
   
CSO Lys
 @::glances down:: CO: Um, sir.  The CEO is in one of those ::points:: things.

EO Davidson
 FCO: Scans are not showing much Othello.  We may be able to get more if we… ::thinks::

CMO Bishop
 @::climbs down out of the stands slowing to help the XO::
    
Sellig
 @::adjust the fuel mixture again gaining a tad more acceleration::

CEO Michaels
 @::yells back::  Sellig: I'm trying but I wasn't expecting obstacles!
 
CO Cutter
 @::sees a group of people gathering by a line on the road and heads that way::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::follows the crowd that is forming hear the finish line and spots the XO.  Comes up behind her and puts a hand over her mouth:: XO: Don't blow our cover, we're here to rescue your butts.

OPS Coreena
 @::Nods:: CSO:  I have never seen them before, but that is OK ::Smiles::  I have not seen a lot of things before.

FCO Knight
 EO: Let's save the probes for a more crucial time when they're needed direly.
   
XO Skye
 @::Lifts her skirts trying to get down off the bleachers.::
     
Klord
 ACTION: The springy thingy goes sprong and the CEO's auto is defiantly making a louder knocking noise.
   
XO Skye
 @::Screams as someone puts her hand over her mouth from behind.::

CMO Bishop
 @::turns and offers her a hand to climb down over the stands::

CSO Lys
 @::heads the opposite way of the CO::

OPS Coreena
 @::Stays close to the CSO, looking::
 
CO Cutter
 @*CSO*:  Why does that figure?

CTO Kostandinos
 @XO: SHH!

EO Davidson
 ::ties the main sensor array into the deflector dish and boosts power using the fusion generators for the impulse engines and also ties in the communications array::
   
XO Skye
 @::Turns around:: CTO: Ashlynn!!
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Jerlia!!

CMO Bishop
 @::as she turns she sees the CTO she pales:: CTO: Lieutenant??

CEO Michaels
 @::gets a worried look on his face as he spots the springy thingy loose below his feet::  I know I need that one. ::desperately floors the accelerator hoping to finish before everything falls apart around him::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: It's our other sister.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::thinks about Jason's "low profile" and shakes her head:: XO: Would you both be quiet!
   
CSO Lys
 @::looking around:: OPS: This is a really neat place.

CTO Kostandinos
 @ ::looks around:: XO: And where is Brynn?
    
Sellig
 @::sees the CEO gaining a tad::

CMO Bishop
 @XO/CTO: Oh my God.
 
CO Cutter
 @::sees the CTO with part of the AT and moves that way::

OPS Coreena
 @CSO: I do find it interesting.  Would it be alright if I took something back.  If we get a chance that is?
   
XO Skye
 @CTO: He's in that… ::Points to one.:: car
     
Holly
 @::looks out her window which just happens to have a view of the finish line::

CNS Cutter
 ::falls down into her desk chair and starts going over some of the reports on her desk::

CEO Michaels
 @::goes into a corner and ends up on two wheels for a moment::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::just looks, and pales::
   
CSO Lys
 @::stops:: OPS: Like what?
    
Sellig
 @::adjusts the fuel intake to it's richest mixture and hopes it's enough::
 
CO Cutter
 @::does a double take as he sees the XO's new figure::  XO:  Sam?

EO Davidson
 TO: How are the weapons coming?

CMO Bishop
 @::looks the CTO up and down:: CTO: But how… When did you… How long… ::is at a loss for words with a million questions::

OPS Coreena
 @::Points to the musical instrument that someone is playing near the stands.::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::in a flash, is off the bleachers, tearing her skirts in the process and down right next to the road, waiting to catch a glimpse of him::

CMO Bishop
 @::is overcome:: CO: Captain!
    
Sellig
 @::has lost count of the laps left::
     
Klord
 ACTION: The AT is mostly gathered in one spot and they can hear the autos as they near on the next to last lap.
   
TO Marr
 ::scowls:: EO: Configurations ready, as soon as the weapons come back online.
   
CSO Lys
 @ OPS: Hmm, I don't suppose it could hurt.
 
CO Cutter
 @CMO:  Hello Jerlia  ::smiles::
   
XO Skye
 @CO: Jason! ::Hugs him tightly.:: It's so good to see you!

EO Davidson
 TO: Get them online.  Use what ever you have to, to do it.

OPS Coreena
 @::Grins::
 
CO Cutter
 @::returns the hug::  XO: You too Sam!

CMO Bishop
 @::is slowly starting to grin, realizing her prayers have been answered::

CEO Michaels
 @::leans forward hoping that'll make the car go faster, as the knocking gets louder::

EO Davidson
 FCO: We're going to be cutting it close my friend.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::can hear the others having their happy reunions some distance behind her, but her mind is only on one person::
 
CO Cutter
 @XO:  What is Brynn doing?

CNS Cutter
 ::swears under her breath and drops her head on her desk in frustration::
    
Sellig
 @::sees the finish line ahead::
     
Holly
 @::sees some commotion in the crowd where Jerlia and Sam are located and wonders who the people are they're talking to::

OPS Coreena
 @::Looking into the stands, she sees the captains::  CSO:  Looks like the Captain has found our missing crew.  Should we join them?
   
XO Skye
 @CO: He's racing much to several people's chagrin.
   
CSO Lys
 @ ::another wave of vertigo hits him, not as strong as before, but still there::
 
CO Cutter
 @*CSO/OPS*:  We have the team.  Meet us next to the sign that says Finish Line

EO Davidson
 *CO*: Captain, we have had a minor set back.  We have had a overload in the weapons array.  We are working on them now.
     
Klord
 ACTION: As the two autos pull into view, the CEO is creeping up next to Sellig but smoke is billowing out behind and the knocking is terribly loud.
 
CO Cutter
 @ *EO*:  We've found the team.  Keep me posted

FCO Knight
 TO: Patience. Those are the best bunch o' engineers in th' fleet. I know. Everythin'll be well. The OPS console can serve your needs as well as the TAC console could.

CMO Bishop
 @::nods:: CO: He and Sellig are racing the horseless carriages::

CTO Kostandinos
 @ ::yells over the noise:: CEO: Brynn, STOP!!!

CEO Michaels
 @::spots the finish line and gets a maniacal grin on his face as he looks next to him and just a bit ahead at Sellig::

EO Davidson
 *CO*: Great. Give us five.
 
CO Cutter
 @XO/CMO:  You have got to be kidding!!

EO Davidson
 ::turns around in the chair in front of the conn:: ALL: They found them!
   
XO Skye
 @CO: I wish I were.
    
Sellig
 @::grins:: Self: Just a bit more.

OPS Coreena
 @::Glances at Talan::  CSO:  You are not alright.  What is wrong?

CMO Bishop
 @::shakes her head:: CO: Nope.
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Yes, sir. Weapons hot and ready, sir.

CEO Michaels
 @::hears something from the crowds but can't make it out.  Inches closer to Sellig, trying to make him nervous enough to back off::

CSO Lys
 @ OPS: It'll go away.  Let's get back to the others.  ::shakes his head to clear the odd sensations::

CMO Bishop
 @::grins proudly:: CO: It was Sellig's invention and Brynn thought he'd try and build a better one. ::shrugs:: You know engineers and their toys.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::yells louder:: CEO: Brynn!!

FCO Knight
 TO: Excellent. All we need now is word from the AT.
     
Klord
 Action: As the two cars near the finish line they are clearly visible by the AT. Suddenly the CEO's auto erupts in flames and an explosion follows.
 
CO Cutter
 @::clenches his fist, watching the race::  Of all the stupid...

OPS Coreena
 @::Follows closely to him, worried::

CTO Kostandinos
 @ALL: NO!!

CSO Lys
 @::already unsteady on his feet, he is thrown to the ground by the explosion::
   
XO Skye
 @CMO: Jerlia, quick!  Let's go.

CMO Bishop
 @::sees the explosion and takes off toward it::
     
Holly
 @::walks back down the stairs and out onto the porch again to see if she can see who the strangers are and sees Brynn's car explode:: All: Brynn!

CTO Kostandinos
 @::runs out into the road, dodging the cars and trying to get to his::
    
Sellig
 @::yelps at the noise and watches the CEO's car erupt in flames::

CO Cutter
 @ DAMN!  ::begins running toward the explosion::

FCO Knight
 TO/EO: Remind me to inform the Cap'n on how good a job you both are doin'.

CMO Bishop
 @::sees that it's Brynn and lifts her skirts to race toward him:: CEO: Brynn!
   
XO Skye
 @::Waddles as quickly as she can toward the car.::

OPS Coreena
 @::Bends down to him::  CSO:  You are not all right.  Can you stand?
   
TO Marr
 ::nods at the FCO::
     
Holly
 @::rushes into the street:: All: Out of my way, I have to get through! ::pushes people aside as she runs::

EO Davidson
 TO: Tie the fusion reactors into the main weapons array and then recalibrate them.

Klord
 Action: The auto swerves and runs into a building crashing to a halt. A lone figure struggles to get out and collapses with his clothes blazing in a charred heap.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::sees him ejected from the car and runs to where he landed, putting a hand to his pulse:: CEO: Brynn??  Please, God no…

CSO Lys
 @ ::gets to his feet, now very serious::  OPS: What happened?

CMO Bishop
 @::screams and makes her way to him:: CO/XO: Someone get some water!!

OPS Coreena
 @CSO:  The CEO has crashed and the others are going to help him. 
   
TO Marr
 ::looks dumbfounded:: EO: Are you kidding? Increasing power to weapons will require recalibrating the loadouts to correct phase the area.

XO Skye
 CO: This way!  ::Quickly heads toward a nearby water pump from a well...::

CMO Bishop
 @::grabs a nearby horse blanket and throws it on the CEO trying to douse the flames::

EO Davidson
 TO: Excactly.  Just do it. Don't make me order it.

CNS Cutter
 ::pretty sure this is a lousy freaking day... is it still day? She's lost track of time::
   
CSO Lys
 @ ::takes her hand and starts to run to the crash::

Holly
 @::makes her way to Brynn and covers her mouth trying not the scream::

CMO Bishop
 @::frantically puts out the flames::

CTO Kostandinos
 @ ::kneels by the badly burnt body:: CEO: Brynn???
    
Sellig
 @::wonders if he can cross the finish line soon::

OPS Coreena
 @::Follows behind, getting more and more worried about Talan::
   
XO Skye
 @::Pumps filling several buckets of water, shoving two into Jason's hands.::

CTO Kostandinos
 @CEO: Brynn, please sweetheart you can't leave.
   
TO Marr
 ::reluctantly ties in the fusion reactors to the main weapons array and begins recalculating the weapons configurations::

CEO Michaels
 @::as he lies there in the road, smiling at the sky, he thinks...seatbelts...definitely seatbelts::

CMO Bishop
 @CEO: Brynn? Can you hear me?

CEO Michaels
 @::his hand closes on Ashlynn's as his eyes slide shut::

CTO Kostandinos
 @CEO: Brynn??
 
CO Cutter
 @::take the water and races to the scene, slowing as he sees Brynn::
     
Klord
 ACTION: The CEO dies quietly.

FCO Knight
 EO: Relax, mate. TO: Weapons status?
   
CSO Lys
 @ ::stands a bit back from the CMO/CTO/CEO watching was has happened::

CTO Kostandinos
 @ ::looks down at the hand holding hers and can't do anything, not even breathe::
     
Holly
 @::sees a woman kneeling beside him and sees Brynn's hand on hers:: Self: Who is this?
   
XO Skye
 @::Quickly follows after Jason and watches as Brynn's eyes close.::

CMO Bishop
 @::instinctively begins checking his pulse::
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Sir, completely recalibrating the weapons.

CMO Bishop
 @CEO: Brynn, don't do this to me, darling.  Don't do this.
 
CO Cutter
 @ ::closes his eyes for a moment, dropping the water bucket::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::reaches down slowly and kisses him goodbye:: CEO: I love you.
   
CSO Lys
 @ ::looks to Coreena:: OPS: Is he...
     
Holly
 @::kneels down:: CEO: Brynn, oh Brynn. ::pauses as she hears the CTO speak::
   
XO Skye
 @  Aloud: No.  No.  No.  No.  Oh heavens, no.

CMO Bishop
 @::sits back panting and overcome as she shakes her head:: CTO/XO/CO: I'm sorry  ::choked up whisper::

OPS Coreena
 @ ::Watches as the CEO's energy emissions fade and nods to Talan::
 
CO Cutter
 @All:  Okay team, we have to go.  Everyone to the shuttle.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::is vaguely aware of some random woman next to her but makes nothing of it::
   
CSO Lys
 @ ::just stares silently at the lost friend::

EO Davidson
 FCO/TO: It worked, weapons back.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::grips his hand tighter and starts to cry::

OPS Coreena
 @CSO:  We need to take him back, but you are not in any condition.

FCO Knight
 ::Paces::
 
CO Cutter
 @XO:  Sam, help Ash.  We need to get out of here.
     
Holly
 @Self: She loves him? ::sees that Brynn is not answering and stands as she sees the CTO start to cry::
   
XO Skye
 @::Stands there not able to move as tears silently slide down her cheeks.::

CMO Bishop
 @::puts her arm around the CTO, her eyes brimming with tears:: CTO: I'm so sorry.

CTO Kostandinos
 @CO: We can't just leave him here.  We have to do something.  He deserves at least that much.
   
CSO Lys
 @OPS: I'm fine.  ::whispers to the CO:: CO: His body?
   
TO Marr
 ::nods at the EO::
 
CO Cutter
 @ ::firmly::  All:  Move it people. NOW!
   
XO Skye
 @::Looks up as Jason speaks.  Bites her lower lip and heads over to Ashlynn, putting her arm around Ashlynn's other shoulder.::

EO Davidson
 FCO: Shall I inform the captain.
 
CO Cutter
 @::bends over and sadly picks up Brynn's body, begins moving toward the shuttle::
     
Holly
 @::realizes that Brynn is gone and just stands there frozen::

FCO Knight
 TO: Standby. Ready to fire on my mark. I wanna be ready. EO: Any word?
   
CSO Lys
 @::follows the CO, holding Coreena's hand tightly::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks up at the CO, shocked at his voice raising::
 
CO Cutter
 @CTO:  We don't leave our people Ash.  He's going home.
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Yes, sir.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::doesn't speak to any of them, just follows along::

OPS Coreena
 @::Follows behind, keeping her emotions in check, holding tightly to Talan's hand::  CSO:  We failed didn't we.

EO Davidson
 *CO*: Captain, weapons back online.  We're ready when you are, sir.
     
Klord
 ACTION: The folks in the city all part like a wave.  Murmuring about the strangers can be heard.

CMO Bishop
 @::slowly gets to her feet::
     
Holly
 @CO: Wait! What are you doing? Where are you taking my Brynn?
 
CO Cutter
 @ *EO*  Very well.  Stand by

CNS Cutter
 ::Sits upright, suddenly hit with inspiration.  The dog!  She'd go play with him!  That would help, right?  Bye bye funk!::
    
Sellig
 @::sees over his shoulder the explosion in the back and runs quickly to the site leaving the car a few feet before the finish line::

CTO Kostandinos
 @Holly: What?

EO Davidson
 *CO*: Standing by.

CTO Kostandinos
 @Holly: YOUR Brynn?
   
CSO Lys
 @ OPS: No, no we just didn't win.
    
Sellig
 @::runs to the explosion::

CNS Cutter
 ::exits her office and heads to deck 3.. home time!::
 
CO Cutter
 @Holly:  We're taking him home.  We're… riends from his homeland.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::turns back to her, seething and white with anger::
    
Sellig
 @::arrives there and sees the CEO:: Self: No.
 
CO Cutter
 @CTO:  Let it go Ash.

CMO Bishop
 @::sees Sellig and runs to him::
     
Holly
 @::looks at the CTO but says nothing to the stranger::
    
Sellig
 @::stares dumbfounded at the dead body::
   
XO Skye
 @::Let's go of Ashlynn quickly looks around for Holly.  Seeing her talking to Ashlynn she takes her by the hand.:: Holly: These are our other siblings we talked about.  They've come to take us home.  We'll bury Brynn in our homeland.

Holly
 @CO: You can't take him away! He belongs here with us.

CTO Kostandinos
 @CO: No, I won't.  He's been the only family I've had for the past 6 years, and she dares call him hers?

CMO Bishop
 @::throws her arms around his neck and cries on his shoulder:: Sellig: I couldn't save him. I couldn't save him.

OPS Coreena
 @::Looks at the others, empathizing with the CTO::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::loses it completely and slaps her across the face:: Holly: You selfish witch!  He's my fiancee.  If he belongs with anyone, it's with me!
   
CSO Lys
 @::doesn't know what to do at all::

CNS Cutter
 ::enters their quarters with a sigh and whistles for the dog::
     
Holly
 @::looks at Sam, tearing rolling down her cheeks:: XO: But Sam.
    
Sellig
 @::holds her in his arms in shock::
   
XO Skye
 @::Glares at Ashlynn telling her by her look to shut her mouth.::
 
CO Cutter
 @CTO:  STAND DOWN ASH.
   
XO Skye
 @Holly: I do understand. I really do, but he is our brother.  He needs to come with us, but I guarantee we'll never forget you.
     
Holly
 @::is taken aback by the attack on her CTO: What?

CTO Kostandinos
 @::looks at the XO and CMO, thinking they have a lot of explaining to do.::
     
Holly
 @::turns and runs back through the crowd to the inn in tears::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::takes a deep breath and takes a step back from the woman, having said all she wanted to say to whomever this was::

CMO Bishop
 @::looks back at the rest of the away team, looks at Sellig:: Sellig: I uhh .:: doesn't know how to tell him::  this is the rest of my family.  They've come to take us home.
   
XO Skye
 @::Runs a few steps after Holly.:: Holly: Holly Please!
   
CSO Lys
 @::suddenly he turns, taking Coreena in his arms:: ~~~ Coreena: I love you so much.~~~~
 
CO Cutter
 @AT:  Now people, get to the shuttle.  MOVE IT NOW!
    
Sellig
 @::blinks:: CMO: Home? Now? Where? Ok, when are you coming back?

OPS Coreena
 @::Caught off guard, wraps her arms tightly around him::  ~~~~ I love you.~~~~
   
XO Skye
 @::Walking up next to Jerlia.  Quietly:: CMO: Jer, we need to go, now.

CMO Bishop
 @ ::overhears the CO and looks back at Sellig, shaking her head:: Sellig: I won't be coming back…

CMO Bishop
 @ ::nods to the XO::

EO Davidson
 FCO: You better hope "fluffy" pants likes the redecorating you have done.

CTO Kostandinos
 @::turns back to those who are carrying Brynn's body and silently follows::
    
Sellig
 @ CMO: What?  But, I thought...

FCO Knight
 EO/TO: Standby.

CMO Bishop
 @ ::kisses Sellig deeply then whispers to him:: Sellig: I love you.  I won't forget you.

CNS Cutter
 ::laughs as she gets knocked down by the over-zealous greeting and tries to dodge doggie slobber:: Bodie: Ewwww  buddy.  I love you too but… ewwwwww!  Your breath stinks!  Go eat Jason's toothbrush again.  ::still giggling.  This helped::
   
XO Skye
 @::Turns and follows after Jason. Jerlia will catch up.::

Holly
 @::turns at the door of the inn and watches the strangers carrying Brynn away:: Self: I love you, Brynn.
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Yes, sir. ::glances over at the EO and wonder why he keeps talking::

FCO Knight
 EO: He'll understand that it wasn't my fault and I'll accept full responsibility for it.
    
Sellig
 @::has no idea what to say so just stands there::
 
CO Cutter
 @::enters the shuttle and gestures for OPS to take the pilots seat again::

CMO Bishop
 @::gulps and gives a sad look to Sellig before turning to follow the away team::

CTO Kostandinos
 @::takes her seat, glancing at the corpse, and sadly takes his hand again::
   
CSO Lys
 @::helps the others into the shuttle before getting in himself::

OPS Coreena
 @::Looking at Talan, takes her seat at the helm and begins a quick flight check, not knowing what to say to anyone.::
   
XO Skye
 @::Finds a seat in the back, waits quietly for Jerlia.::
    
Sellig
 @ CMO: Where you going? I'll go see you if you want me too

CMO Bishop
 @::hurries to the shuttle::
 
CO Cutter
 @OPS:  Get us home Corenna
    
Klord
 ACTION: The AT settles slowly into the shuttle, which takes off gracefully.

OPS Coreena
 $::Nods as she heads the shuttle back to the ship.::
     
Holly
 @::waits for Sellig to return to the inn::

CTO Kostandinos
 $::her head is spinning, she looks at Brynn and thinks to herself "this isn't over yet"::
    
Sellig
 @ ::stands there and wonders if she heard him yelling or did she just ignore him::
   
XO Skye
 $::Quietly sits there, her arm around Jerlia's shoulder trying to fight back tears herself.::

CMO Bishop
 $ ::buries her face in her hands and leans on Sam, crying silently::

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::takes a padd and starts typing a letter of some sort::

CNS Cutter
 ::sits on the floor with a large puppy on her lap cutting off the circulation to her legs  and lets her head fall back onto the couch, absently petting the drooling puppy::
   
CSO Lys
 $::sits stoically in his seat as he starts to understand::

OPS Coreena
 $::Takes them to the correct spot and pauses::
 
OPS Coreena
 $*TO*:  We are in position.

CO Cutter
 $*FCO*:  Othello, we're ready to come home.  Open us a window.

FCO Knight
 EO: Anythin'?
     
Holly
 @::rubs her face now red from the slap::

TO Marr
 FCO: Permission to fire, sir?

FCO Knight
 EO: Nevermind. TO: Fire.

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::making sure the crew, most notably the Betazoid, can't see what she's doing, taps something onto her console::
   
TO Marr
 FCO: Firing, sir. ::fires::
 
CO Cutter
 $ ::Looks at the original AT.  Not the homecoming he had pictured::
     
Klord
 ACTION: Weapons fire opens the window.

XO Skye
 $CMO: I'm sorry, Jerlia.....I'm so sorry.

CMO Bishop
 $ ::wipes her eyes in her skirts::

OPS Coreena
 $::As the window opens, she takes the shuttle through.  In moments, she has the shuttle landing in the shuttle bay.::

Sellig
 @::stands in the middle of the road oblivious to the world around him::

CTO Kostandinos
$ ::presses a button and beams the crew of the shuttle to the bridge, Brynn to the morgue and Adrienne to the shuttle::
     
Holly
 @::turns and walks into the inn alone::

CNS Cutter
 ::closes her eyes and breathes deeply, still a bit agitated::

Klord
 ACTION: As they enter the shuttle bay the AT is beamed off the shuttle which quickly reverses direction and exits the shuttle bay again.

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::smiles to herself as her daughter appears::

EO Davidson
 CO: Captain?!
   
CSO Lys
 ::startled as he appears on the bridge, looks around slowly::
 
CO Cutter
 ::startled::  What?
   
XO Skye
 ::Appears on the bridge wondering what happened.  She wasn't expecting to be beamed.::

OPS Coreena
 ::Looks at Talan::

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::slaves shuttle controls to her console and takes off like a shot, stopping to send her letter to Cutter's ready room::

EO Davidson
 XO: Welcome back, Commander.
   
XO Skye
 CO: Where's Ashlynn?

CTO Kostandinos
 $ <Adrienne> CTO: What's going on?
   
CSO Lys
 ::checks sensors::  CO:  The shuttle, it's gone sir.
   
XO Skye
 ::Rubs the bump that just protruded from her belly.::
   
TO Marr
 ::straightens his shirt to perfection and stands proud at the return of the crew::
 
CO Cutter
 ::Looks at the XO startled::  *CTO*:  Ash, report.
 
CO Cutter
 CSO:  Gone?
   
XO Skye
 EO: Thank you, Lieutenant.
 
CO Cutter
 CSO:  Gone where?  Track it.

CTO Kostandinos
 $ Adri:  We're going to find our family. ::ignores the hail, seeing as how he'll read the letter soon enough anyways.  That will explain it all::
   
CSO Lys
 CO: Left at max speed.

OPS Coreena
 ::Moves to take her station::

EO Davidson
 ::still at CONN not sure what's going on::

CO Cutter
 FCO:  Pursuit course, engage.

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::sets a course for the time ribbon and warps out::
 
CO Cutter
 OPS:  Hail the shuttle.

FCO Knight
 ::Stands over the CONN:: EO: 'Scuse me.

EO Davidson
 ::gets up and takes the Engineering station::

OPS Coreena
 CO:  Hailing frequency open sir.
   
CSO Lys
 ::sends the FCO the course::

FCO Knight
 ::Engages pursuit course::
 
CO Cutter
 OPS:  Keep hailing.
 
CO Cutter
 FCO:  Catch up.

OPS Coreena
 ::nods::

EO Davidson
 ::puts the ships engines to the max again::
   
XO Skye
 ::Still in her ankle length skirts, takes her spot.  In a strange way it doesn't feel like it belongs to her any more.::

CMO Bishop
 ::looks around sickbay, eyeing Manning as he looks her up and down::

FCO Knight
 CO: She's got too much o' a head start.

OPS Coreena
 *CTO*:  Please respond.
   
TO Marr
 XO: Sir. Where is Kostandinos?
 
CO Cutter
 ::almost snarls::  FCO: Catch her anyway.
   
XO Skye
 TO: I believe she's still on the shuttle.

CMO Bishop
 <Manning>CMO: Nice outfit.
 
CO Cutter
 FCO:  Can you get a tractor beam on her?
   
TO Marr
 ::glances from the XO to the screen and scowls::

FCO Knight
 CO: Gettin' in range.

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::grins and pushes the engine to the max::
 
CO Cutter
 ::sees a PADD laying on his chair and begins to read it::

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::here I come, Brynn.::

CTO Kostandinos
 $ ::enters the ribbon::
     
Klord
 ACTION: With a small flash the shuttle enters the ribbon and disappears.

OPS Coreena
 CO:  She is reading us, but not responding
 
CO Cutter
 ::very quietly::  FCO: All stop

EO Davidson
 ::tries to link with the shuttle to shut it down:: CO: Sir, she is pushing the shuttle..
 
CO Cutter
 OPS:   Discontinue the hails.
   
CSO Lys
 CO: She's gone sir.

FCO Knight
 CO: It's gone, sir. I'm sorry.
   
XO Skye
 CO: Jason?

EO Davidson
 CO: Captain?

FCO Knight
 CO: Readin' all stop, Cap'n.

OPS Coreena
 ::Looks confused at Talan, everything happened to quick::
 
CO Cutter
 XO/EO:  You heard me, all stop.  Discontinue pursuit.

CNS Cutter
 ::looks down at the dog and smiles slightly:: Bodie: You know you're pretty cute.  Don't tell HIM but I'd have brought you home too.
   
XO Skye
 CO: I heard you, Jason.  I was wondering what was going on.

EO Davidson
 CO: Done sir.
 
CO Cutter
 ::looks down at the PADD, then hands it to the XO::

CMO Bishop
 ::Sees to Brynn in the morgue and secures his body before heading out of sickbay:: Manning: I need to change.  Take over for me until I get back.
   
XO Skye
 ::Takes the padd and begins reading.::

OPS Coreena
 ::Stops hailing the CTO as she looses connection::
   
CSO Lys
 ::looks back at Coreena and doesn't have to work hard to understand why the CTO did what she did::

CMO Bishop
 <Manning>::sighs:: CMO: Yes, Dr. Bishop.

FCO Knight
 ::Wonders what's going on but doesn't swivel the chair to see behind him::
   
TO Marr
 ::stands hulkingly at his station, commander gone, questioning his performance and generally filled with uncertainty and doubt::

CMO Bishop
 ::grins as she heads down the hallway overly anxious to see someone::

CO Cutter
 FCO:  Bring us about Othello, lay in a course for the nearest SB, warp 4.
 
FCO Knight
 CO: Course laid in and set.
 
XO Skye
 ::quietly:: Oh Ashlynn.

Klord
 <<<End Mission>>>