STAR TREK: A CALL TO DUTY
PRESENTS 

USS HAYDEN
ATONEMENT
Part One

Ship: USS Hayden 
Fleet: Second
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10608.09
Mission Number: 355
Arc: Atonement
Part: 01

Previously …

After a month of refit and change, the USS Hayden crew has finally set out on it’s peace initiative.

Their starship has new carpeting, new computers, new bio-gel packs, a new warp core, new uniforms, and new crew.

After the various interviews, public haranguing from reporters and civilians alike, and having to deal with the Department of Temporal Investigations, the crew is ready to get into the dirt of the mission.

Of course, no one expects the Hayden to succeed in their peace initiative. Especially considering where they are heading first …

… Cardassia. 

Dramatis Personae

Debbie Newell is Captain Janet Louise Naegle-Marsland – Commanding Officer of the Hayden, the Terran Naegle is a stern but compassionate leader and parent. While she has been the CO of the Hayden for less than a year, she has come to grow comfortable here, and is looking to the future with hope. Married to one Thomas Marsland, she also has an adopted son, Armen.

Amber H. is Lieutenant Commander Aria Sho-tak, M.D. – Executive Officer of the Hayden, the Vulcan / Bajoran Sho-Tak has served as a healer most of her life. Her strength and determination in ensuring that whatever crew she has served with is intact has given her great insight into how this Universe works, and gives her great power as a leader.
Christopher Dickinson is Commander Marla Enki – An operative of PRISM, the elite group that now falls under the Starfleet Special Operations umbrella, the Trill Enki has not had a “normal” life by anyone’s standards. After serving years as a traditional Starfleet officer on a variety of vessels, Enki was whisked away to an alternate Universe where she was brutally tortured for months on end. In her place was a nefarious doppelganger, whom has yet to be brought to justice. Enki eventually escaped her imprisonment, and left Starfleet service for a time to deal with the justice. She has since returned, and now works with PRISM to ensure that threats such as those who harmed her, never harm anyone again.

Trevor Howard is Lieutenant Othello Quinn Knight – Chief Science Officer of the Hayden, the Terran Knight has served here since his graduation from Starfleet Academy over six years ago. He is perhaps more familiar with this Intrepid Class starship that has come to be his home than any other … and uses his insatiable curiosity and ingenuity as a science officer to guard it at all times.

John Garrison is Lieutenant Isaac Hull – The new Chief Engineering Officer of the Hayden, the Terran Hull has had an extensive career at Starfleet – often traveling from one vessel to another after remaining on the former for a sparse few months. A wanderer by nature, he now brings his engineering skills to the Hayden … that they may very well require of him. 

Lynda Anderson is Lieutenant Brianna Rochelle – One of the many flight control officers assigned to the Hayden, the Betazoid Rochelle also has a secretive history as an operative of Starfleet Intelligence. After various successful assignments she had requested assignment as a conn. officer on the Hayden, her reasons her own. She is accompanied by a genetically engineered telepathic hawk known as “Wild Fire” who guides and amplifies her already impressive psionic abilities.

Isabelle Carreau is Lieutenant Neve Hayes – Medical Officer of the Hayden, the Trill woman once known as Neve Morex has grown to be something more since being joined with the symbiote known as Hayes. Having served a variety of positions throughout Starfleet, she now brings her experience, training (and optimism) as a xenobiologist to the Hayden … specifically assigned by Starfleet Command for the purpose of helping them in this peace initiative. 

Jean-Pierre Bernard is Ensign Jorn Thalataar – Chief Tactical Officer of the Hayden, the Tellarite Thalataar is a cautious and inquisitive tactician. Ever mindful of the threats that can face a Federation starship, he is willing to go to any lengths to ensure the well being of this crew … no matter the price.

Michael Jones is Ambassador Emma Rose – The human woman known as Emma Rose is young for an Ambassador, but has the determination to show why she has the appointment. Formerly appointed to some backwater world, she has brought herself to the forefront of intergalactic politics by spearheading this Federation peace initiative that she has brought the Hayden crew into. Although unbearably cheerful at times, her determination to see this succeed may do more harm than good in the end.

AND INTRODUCING

Karriaunna Scotti is Lieutenant Commander Sierra Knight-Sky – Chief Medical Officer of the Hayden, the Vulcan / Human Knight-Sky has led a life fraught with wonder and adventure. Since her childhood dalliances into mystical wonderlands (whether they were really of her imagination or reality remains to be seen) to a present day romance which may or may not have been encouraged by members of the Q Continuum, this telepathic mother is dedicated to her crew, and husband, the FCO of the Hayden himself.

=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= BEGIN MISSION =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::approaching the Cardassian system::

ACTION: The sleek Intrepid Class starship the Hayden drops out of warp into the Cardassian star system, rapidly approaching Cardassia Prime.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Is at the tactical station on the Bridge.  As they enter the Cardassian System he starts to pick up some space activity on the tactical sensors.::

ACTION: Throughout the star system various starships move in and about the space lanes. Cardassian freighters, scouts, shuttles. Surprisingly, very little in the way of warships.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Entering the Cardassian system and dropping to impulse sir.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Monitors the impulse stack as the ship drops from warp::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
::entering sickbay after having visited a few labs::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Waiting in the transporter room with CO VanArsdale ::

ACTION: The Hayden is somewhat different to the Hayden crew. All the carpeting has been replaced. The lights seem a bit brighter.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: Good, notify the planet that we are in range for the conference.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Aye sir.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Checks the flight patterns of the Cardassian Ships and then makes certain that the helm officer is following the correct flight plan that was given to them.::

ACTION: The responses of the consoles and computer seem a lot faster than normal, thanks to the new computer system and the experimental new neuro-bio gel packs.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Quietly leaving her quarters now that everyone is in a healing sleep.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Cardassian Operations: This is the USS Hayden: We are within range of the planet for the conference.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Picks up a few sensor ghosts alongside the ship.::  CO:  Captain, there are two ships on either side of us.

CO VanArsdale says:
 ::Watches Marla watching her::  IO: Kinda wish you were on the Bridge?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Configuration?

Cardassian OPS says:
@ COM: USS Hayden: Federation Starship Hayden, this is Cardassian Prime Orbital Operations D-20. Move to vector 3-7-5, and establish orbital protocol zero-alpha as per Federation standard.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
CO_CO VanArsdale: No, not really.  And I suspect you've seen it before?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  They are cloaked.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Cardassian Operations: This is USS Haden acknowledged.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::enters in the coordinates and engages them::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Closing her eyes for a moment, she makes sure her leaving had not disturbed any of them.  After a moment, she heads for the nearest turbolift.::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  From the readings I am receiving though, Captain, they may be Klingon.  ::Checks the sensors readings to see if he can get anything more.::

CO VanArsdale says:
 ::Smiles::  IO: Perhaps, perhaps.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Takes a quick gander at himself in the mirror in his "new" uniform, noting the slight changes to the carpet, lights, and whatever else that may have been changed to his quarters.::

Nurse Cross says:
MO: Doctor. How are you today? ::As she continues her daily tasks.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Acknowledged.  They're probably here for the conference.  Is your team ready?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::handles the controls with ease::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  Yes, I have Ensigns Kipling and Jian Ni on standby.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir we are in position as ordered by Cardassian Operations.

ACTION: As an additional note, the crew are now wearing their new spiffy white uniforms.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
Nurse: Good. I've been checking the new holographic projectors that were installed throughout the ship. The EMH can now show up everywhere. This will come in handy in situations where we cannot send a humanoid in or when we need an extra pair of hands to do med work.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Very good.

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::Arrives in the same transporter room as the PRISM squad:: IO / CO VanArsdale: And a pleasant hello to you two.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
AFCO: All right, maintain orbit.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As the lift stops near sickbay, she steps off and towards the double glass doors.::

CO VanArsdale says:
 ::Opens his mouth to say more, then sees the Ambassador::  Amb: Ah, Ambassador.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
CO: Understood maintaining orbit as ordered.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*CSO*: Have you had the chance to study the situation, Lieutenant?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Keeps an eye on the cloaked ships that are alongside the ship.::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Leaves his quarters while Ganymede sleeps on the bed. It was off to the Bridge.::

Technician Goerin says:
::A very strong looking, blonde haired male walks up to the CEO:: CEO: Leftenant Hull.

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
Both: You both ready for this mission?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::maintains a vigil over the master display observing the ship's systems while the ship settles into orbit::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As the doors part for her, she looks into the room she has yet to really explore.  She glances around as she had before.::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Goerin:  Mr. Goerin?

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Taps his badge:: *CO*: I skimmed it, Cap'n. On me way.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::watches the orbit and checks the power consumption rates at the same time::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
Amb: Is there a reason we shouldn't be ready?  He can't wait, that's why we're here early.  ::Thumbs towards CO VanArsdale::

Nurse Cross says:
::Nods as she prepares a few hyposprays.::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Enters a TL:: Computer: Bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*CSO*: What are your preliminary observations?

Technician Goerin says:
CEO: Ah, I see that you have been properly informed of my arrival. I am the technician sent from the Corp of Engineers to see if your new varp core is working properly. ::Has a heavy accent of some sort::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Sees as the cloaked ships have seemingly departed from the Hayden's side.::  CO:  Captain, the two ships are not alongside us anymore.

ACTION: On the viewscreen, Cardassia Prime lay before them. A gray and dismal world, from above it does not look like much. Indeed, since the devastation visited upon them by the Jem'Hadar, its past wonders can only be imagined.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Notes the ancient nurse who had helped her with Braedon when they first came aboard::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Sees that the nurse seems too busy to chat even she engaged conversation. Looks around to see if there is something she could do and notices the CMO.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Hopefully they are maintaining their own orbits, keep an eye out.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Goerin:  Ah, yes...I made a computer baseline record about 2 hours ago...just as a reference, I like to tweak the engines from time to time...you all did a fine job! My compliments

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Tries to keep a fix on the two cloaked ships.::  CO:  Already on it Captain.  I'm trying to keep a fix on them with our enhanced scanners.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
*CO*: I'll give ya me thoughts in person, ma'am. I think it'd be be'er.

Technician Goerin says:
::Smiles:: CEO: Ve do our wery best, Leftenant. If you need me, I shall be monitoring the plasma intakes.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Entering further, moves toward Doctor Hayes.::  MO: I see you have everything in hand.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Goerin:  Carry on, Mister!  Need anything...just holler

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::Laughs:: IO: No kidding, I'm actually quite excited myself. ::Looks around:: I saw we had achieved orbit. Guess everyone's going to take their time?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
*CSO*: Very well

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Actually, I have just arrived, Ma'am. I was touring the ship to test the new holographic projectors.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods to Nurse Cross who looks up briefly before returning to her task.::

CO VanArsdale says:
::Shrugs::  Amb: Perhaps, perhaps.  Don't quite know this crew well enough to figure out what they're doing

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Exits the TL onto the Bridge, which looks different as well.::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
::Watches as Mr. Goerin disappears into the plasma intake maintenance place::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CSO: Report Lieutenant.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::trims out the orbit just a tad::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: How have you been settling down?

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::All smiles:: IO: Hopefully that will change.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Compensates for some radiation spikes and keeps an eye on all the activity in the area.::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: I still have some doubt about having them throughout the ship, though I cannot deny the logic of them.  Everything in order then?

Dr. Weatherly says:
::Storms in, as if the MO spoke to him:: ALL: Horribly. This place ... this place is a wreck!

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Stands before the CO:: CO: It seems that the Cardassians are doing their best. As we all know, they have never really completely recovered from the Dominion War, and the Civil War that erupted as a result of Cardassia's dealings with the Dominion and her own people.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Everything seems in or.... ::Hears Weatherly::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CSO: Can they make it on their own, do you think?

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Turns toward the stranger curiously.::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
Weatherly: Doctor Weatherly, before saying it is a wreck, have you really looked at the place and how it works? Things may be set up differently here but I'm sure it is efficient. ::Looks at the CMO::

Dr. Weatherly says:
::Looks around in disbelief:: CMO / MO: You call this a medical bay? Some of this technology ... it's ... it's barbarian in usage! How do you Starfleet personnel SURVIVE out here?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Arrives on the bridge noticing that they have arrived in orbit of Cardassia.::

Duty Engineer says:
CEO:  Lt. Hull, we are receiving reports that the mess hall is having problems with the overhead lighting, and the replicators are acting up 

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Sends a message over to the armory to Ensign Kipling for him to have the phasers ready to be handed out to the Away Team.::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks around the room seeing the standard layout then back to the stranger.::  Weatherly: Quite well thank you.  And you are?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer: Very well, have an Engineering team check on it ::looks at the Master Display for the EPS conduit feeds to the mess hall:: 

Dr. Weatherly says:
CMO: I am Doctor Thomas Weatherly. Are you Doctor Love?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::not wanting to deviate from the course she was given she brings the ship up 2 degrees and trims the pitch::

ACTION: The display the CEO looks at fluctuates.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
CO: Well, their exchange of  knowledge at the peak of the Cardassian-Dominion alliance has allowed for a leap in technological ability.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Weatherly: No... I understand Doctor Love wanted to continue her research in finding a cure for a friend.  I am her replacement, Doctor Knight-Sky.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CSO: Good enough.

Dr. Weatherly says:
::Eyes widen, exasperated, he throws his hands up in the air and abruptly exits:: The NERVE of those people ... not even choosing to inform me ... ::Voice fades as he exits::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
*CEO*: My board shows a fluctuation. Please confirm.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Himself:  Perhaps I spoke too soon ::re-activates the Master Display, watches intently as it reinitializes::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
Amb: Perhaps the crew needs a little motivation.  Best remind them that we're representing the best of Starfleet... and the best of Starfleet is always ready to go, and never late.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
CO: As far as I can tell, they should be able to rebuild, political and social ailings not witstandin'.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Looks at Hayes with a lifted brow::  MO: Who exactly was that?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CO: Captain how long until the diplomacy team departs?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  Captain we should probably go soon.  The Cardassians are expecting us.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Agreed, get your team ready. XO: Would you like to join us or remain in command?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
*AFCO*:  Yes Lt., we just had a power drop out it looks like.  We have had a report of the same thing in the ship's mess

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Taps commbadge.:: *Sec* Security Team One, meet up at the transporter room.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Takes up his station and raises a brow by the speed of the console as he logs in::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
XO: We're leaving now, Commander.

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::Chuckles:: IO: Too true. And speaking of "best in the Fleet." I heard you guys took down one of the ten most wanted fugitives the other day ...

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
*CEO*: Thanks Chief just checking.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
*CO*:  Captain, we are experiencing a power drop, several systems have reset, and Lt. Rochelle's panel had a fluctuation...I'd hate for a power falloff occur during transport, even though there are enough safeguards

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CO: That is your decision to make Captain.  I will be pleased to assist you in which ever way you see best.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Waits for the Captain before he heads down to the transporter room.::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: That was our lovely exobiological neurosurgeon, Dr. Weatherly. He lacks bedside manners.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
XO: Then, you have the bridge, Commander.  CTO: Ensign, let's go.

CO VanArsdale says:
Amb: Almost seems like being in the right place at the right time.  I wasn't even aware of his presence.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
*Goerin*:  Mr. Goerin, we are experiencing several instances of power drop offs, and system resets

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Nods and heads into the turbolift after the Captain.::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: nods her head, a twinkle in her eyes:: MO: What we call a drama queen?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Nods.:: CO: Aye Captain.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::walks to the turbolift::

Technician Goerin says:
*CEO* I am not noticing anything from ze varp core, Leftenant. Might be the new gel packs. Zey take some adjusting ...

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: A drama queen, a pain in the ... well... behind... as some Terrans would nicely put it. He operated on the previous Hayes host, so let's say I do not have fond memories of him except for the fact he performed the surgery well.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  Let's hope that nothing goes wrong at these talks.  I do sense, however, that something will.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::adjusts the heading again ever so slightly::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: That's just your nature, Jorn.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: Forgive me... I have not had much of an opportunity to go through many files.  Was this transfer something recent?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  I am the son of a Security Minister after all.  ::Chuckles softly.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
CTO: Agreed.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer:  Recycle the Neural Gel packs, make it a priority

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  Do you think that we will succeed here Captain?  ::Waits for the turbolift to stop.::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: He got on the ship when I did, on the night of the ball. So it is indeed recent. I guess SF wanted him on the crew for his surgeon skills. I hope they didn't want him to be sickbay's spokesperson.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::thinks a minute:: CTO: I certainly hope so, for all our sakes.

Duty Engineer says:
CEO:  Lt., these are the new versions, they will need to be allowed to settle into their new surroundings, or perhaps a manual adjustment

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  Yes.. I certainly would not like to be confronted by those Ferengi reporters again should we fail.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Sees that the turbolift stops and allows the Captain to exit first.::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CMO: Perhaps that is why I was named chief and not him.  :: tilts her head slightly::  If I ever seem too... curious, please let me know.  How old is your symbiont?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO:  Maintain a normal orbit while the away team is on the planet.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::steps out of the turbolift and heads toward the TR:: CTO: Nor would I.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Follows after the Captain.::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::enters the TR:: All: Everyone ready?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer: We should of had additional time for the systems to make their own adjustments.  Oh well, we are here...

Marianne Harlan says:
*Sickbay* Sickbay, hello, is anyone there?

Kipling says:
::Hands the Captain and the Security Chief a phaser each.::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::Smiles at the CO's arrival:: CO: We certainly are, Captain. Ready for your first foray into some heavy duty politics?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Amb: As ready as I'll ever be, Ambassador.  Let's get moving. ::accepts phaser::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::Gets onto the transporter pad::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
::Notes onto a PADD how well the sensors are functioning and runs a few test scans to see the limits of the resolution.::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: Maintain comm signals with our away team and be prepared to bring them back if we need to.

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer:  Mr. Gand, run a level 1 diagnostic on the ship's EPS system, and the Main Computer's ODN and Neural packs

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Steals a glance at the Ambassador and then hops onto the transporter pad along with the other two Security Officers.::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
::She and the Commander get on the transporter pad ::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
::Smiles at Thalataar, locking eyes with him for a moment::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer:  Aye Sir! ::Begins programming the task::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: Commandah', I'm pickin' up a couple Cardassian shuttles. They're loiterin' 'bout a few thousand kM from our current position.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
::steps onto transporter pad:: All: Are we ready to go?

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: You are not bothering me with your questions at all. Someone informed, is someone who'll be better prepare. The symbiont... ::pauses::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO:  Yes Captain.  Security Team One stands ready.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Yes sir.  Maintaining Communications and transporter lock on AT sir.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CSO: Get information on them discreetly.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
Transporter Chief: Energize.

ACTION: The away team disappears in the transporter beam.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Taps her commbadge::  *Harlan*: This is Doctor Sky, how might I help you?

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: Can do. ::Switches over to a low-yield scan to get any outstanding info on the shuttles.::

ACTION: And find themselves arriving on a not-so-dreary afternoon day in one of the great cities of Cardassia Prime. Large gray and brown Cardassian architecture, of a new-age variety as the old was destroyed, looms before them.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@::looks around:: All: So far, so good.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::After materializing, he draws his phaser but not in a menacing way, more for protection and he looks around, taking in the surroundings.::  Aloud:  So this is the mighty Cardassia Prime.  Somehow this planet survived amidst the bombardment of the demons from the Gamma Quadrant.

ACTION: A group of Cardassians in simple brown suits, similar to Bajoran security outfits, approach. They have no weaponry.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@::Looks over to the CTO... way to pull the first weapon.  So jumpy, he is::

Cardassian Escort says:
@ ALL: Welcome to Cardassia Prime. If you'll follow us, we'll escort you to Representative Dakac's office.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: They don't appear too threatenin'. They're lightly armed an' they only carry 'bout five Cardassians each.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Escort: Very well.

Marianne Harlan says:
*CMO* It's my daughter ... s-she's quite ill. I came to Sickbay a few days ago for simple treatment. It seemed to work, but she's gotten worse. I'm afraid to move her. Could someone come down here?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@::follows the escort and motions her team to follow::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
CSO: This is Cardassia Lt.  So Cardassian shuttles are logical.  Keep an eye out if they cause any trouble.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: That would be my area.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Transporter lock on the AT is strong sir.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Do you require assistance?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Places his phaser back in his holster and then motions for Jian Ni to follow behind the group while Kipling goes on the left side.::

ACTION: The escorts move in a column sort of fashion, three on either side of the team, with the lead in front. They try not to eye the CTO's drawn phaser before his holsters it.

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@::Smiles, and clasps her hands behind her back, letting the CO take the lead. She keeps pace besides the CTO::

CO VanArsdale says:
@ ::Walking along::  Escort: This is a lovely area...

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*Harlan*: Can you tell me what she was treated for?  :: Walks over toward the console to pull up the medical files.::  You and your daughter’s names are?

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: Aye. ::Postpones his sensor tests and keeps the forward sensors on the shuttles::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: Uncertain...

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Notices the Ambassador beside him.  He nods at her.::  Amb:  Ambassador.

Marianne Harlan says:
*CMO* The nurse said it was Arkelian pneumonia. Easily treated ...

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@ ::Smile still on:: CTO: Ensign.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@CTO: I should have warned you not to draw your phaser, sorry, Ensign.

Cardassian Escort says:
@ CO VanArsdale: Thank you. We have worked very hard to build it. Architecture is a Cardassian art, after all.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*Harlan*: I need you and your daughters names please so I can look over her file and the treatment.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: If you need me, I'll be here, looking over the new "barbarian" tools SF equipped us with. ::smiles::

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer:  I'm going to run some stress simulations on the EPS, see if we can track this power issue down :: heads over to the CEO Console::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@CO:  It was a security precaution.  We could have beamed into crossfire.  I wouldn’t want you or any of us to get hurt.  ::Looks over to the Ambassador in a way that tells her that he'd protect her from harm.::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: The shuttles have turned toward us and are on an intercept course.

CO VanArsdale says:
@ Escort: What period is this from?  Pre-reformation?  Post-modern?

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: If there is a dagger, I would like it.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::trims the pitch 2 degrees to port as the Hayden comes back on its correct course:: Self: Damn these eddies. Keep screwing with the orbit.

Marianne Harlan says:
*CMO* Her name is Evelyn. Evelyn Harlan.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@CTO: Understood, but this is a diplomatic mission, Jorn.

Cardassian Escort says:
@ CO VanArsdale: I suppose you would say post-modern ...

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: ETA five minuets.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Pulls up the file and scans through it.::  *Harlan*: Has your daughter been in contact with anyone from the Aquilae Star Cluster or been there herself?

Marianne Harlan says:
*CMO* I-I'm not sure. The Aquilae Star Cluster?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Nods at the Captain, not overly confident with her judgment on being too at ease on this planet.  There is no doubt still some resentment towards the Federation.  Regardless, he decided it best to lay off a little bit but to keep his eyes open for anything.::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: Hail those ships.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir I am receiving an incoming com sir.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Nods at the CMO as she moves towards Nurse Cross to have a run down of what was done today before she moves on to other tasks.::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: On screen.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Aye sir. On screen now.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*Harlan*: Yes... it is where this rare type of pneumonia came from.  While you think about that, I will be on my way down.

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@::Smiles towards CO VanArsdale... making small talk::

ACTION: Various images of cities on fire from the devastation of the Jem'Hadar and Klingon & Romulan troops fill the viewscreen with a recorded chant of ... "FREE CARDASSIA. FREE CARDASSIA. FREE CARDASSIA."

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Closes the channel::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::looks up in surprise::

ACTION: The AT enters one of the buildings, moving past statues of Cardassian heroes, exotic Cardassian plants, and ancient art work.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: There is something not quite right with this.  According to her files, her daughter is too old to have this virus.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Amb: What is your role, exactly, Ambassador?  Will you be taking an active part in the negotiations?

Duty Engineer says:
CEO:  Sir, more reports coming in, sonic showers going hey-wire, removing a crewman's hair, doors are opening and closing without anyone in the sensor range on deck 12 ::looks for a reaction by the CEO::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@::looks as they move into the buildings::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@ ::Watching the CTO out of the corner of her eye, she almost misses the CO's question:: CO: No Captain. I'm only here for support. It's all you ...

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
::Looks around.:: All: Is that not what we are here to do?

Cardassian Escort says:
@ ::Comes to a set of large bronze-looking doors:: ALL: And here we are ...

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Amb: Okay, that's what I wanted to know.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: Turn it off and hail those ships heading toward us.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Notices that the Ambassador seemed somewhat distracted as they enter the building.  He places a hand on her arm.::  Amb:  Are you alright?

ACTION: The two shuttles come up on the Hayden, and then begin to circle them. Continuing to project the signal.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
Nurse: Please excuse me. ::As she walks to the CMO::

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Sorry, what did you say, doctor?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO:Aye sir ::shuts the screen down and hails the incoming shuttles::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@ ::Gets a chill from the CTO's touch:: CTO: Oh ... oh I'm fine.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: You have sickbay... :: Looks around for her medical bag and closes her eyes a moment as she remembers she left it in her quarters... she has yet to settle in here.::  Where do they keep the standard medical kits?

CEO_Lt_Hull says:
Duty Engineer:  Ok, Mr. Gand, send another engineering team to deck 12, shutdown all sonic showers until this issue is resolved...I don't want the Captain to look like she visited an electrolysist if she takes a shower ::grins::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
COM: Incoming Cardassian shuttles: This is USS Hayden: State your business?

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@Amb:  Are you sure you are alright?  You could return to the ship if you are not feeling well enough.

Cardassian Escort says:
@ ::Nods and presses a button on the doorway, as they open. The escorts stand aside and wait for the group to enter::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@::enters the room::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@ ::Smiles and whispers:: CTO: I'm fine, Thalataar. Just excited for this mission.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: They are not answering us sir.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: Then open a channel for me.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Standard medical kits? mmm... I think I saw them ::As she opens a few compartments:: There!

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Opening channel sir.

Duty Engineer says:
CEO: Aye Sir, ::holds back a smile:: That would be unfortunate Sir! 

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Nods and turns his attention back to the Cardassians and whispers::  Amb:  Very well.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Channel open sir.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Following.::  MO: Evelyn is to old for this illness.  It is only found in very young children, usually under the age of three.  This child is 9.  :: Reaches in for the kit.::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: They aren't powerin' weapons or shields, just broadcastin' that signal. I'll keep me sensors peeled, though, Commandah'.

ACTION: The AT enters to find a grand and elaborate office. Portraits of ancient Cardassians hang on the walls. An elaborate bookshelf is setup behind an ornate desk.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Could her immune system not be as strong as supposed to be, so she was infected? Or maybe there was a wrong diagnostic?

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
COM: Cardassian Shuttles: USS Hayden to the Cardassian shuttles.  We have received your message and we are here to assist you in your freedom.  ::Motions to the AFCO to shut it down.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
::sees the XO and shuts it down::

IO_Cmdr_Enki says:
@CO_CO VanArsdale: Almost exactly what I was expecting...

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@::looks around and utters an appreciative whistle::

Dakac says:
@ ::A not-too-old looking Cardassian steps out from behind the desk. His long black hair is tied together into a pony tail, a somewhat odd look for a Cardassian:: ALL: Ah, welcome, welcome! Please come in. ::Gestures to various seats and a couch:: Please sit.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@::goes to a chair and sits::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
MO: That is what has me worried.  Alien pneumonia originated in the Aquilea Star Cluster and is rather rare.  The symptoms are rather obvious: Purple rash, fever, dazes.  I need you to look through the files for viruses that cause purple rashes.  Have Nurse Cross prepare for a quarantine... better safe then sorry.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Still no response sir.

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@ ::Smiles, enters, and sits on the couch::

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Makes certain to sit near the Captain and Ambassador in case they should come to any harm.::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO:I think I'm pickin' up those possible cloaked signatures the Ens. Thalataar had mentioned earlier.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
CMO: Aye.

ACTION: Suddenly, in orbit, a Klingon Bird of Prey and a Romulan war bird simultaneously decloaked on either side of the Hayden.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: We got company.

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: Romulan War bird an' Klingon Bird of Prey decloaking to port and starboard, respectively, sir.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: Find out if they are the other delegates.

Dakac says:
@ CO: I am Representative Dakac. And I know, without a doubt, that you must be Captain Marsland. ::Holds out his hand::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Dakac: Hello, I'm Captain Marsland from the USS Hayden.  May I present my staff?

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: War bird on the starboard side and Bird of Prey on the port side.

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
Nurse: Can you please set up a small quarantine section?

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Calls out as she leaves.:: MO: I will let you know shortly what I find...

Dakac says:
@ ::Nods that she may::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Incoming hail from the Klingon ship and the Romulans are comming the shuttlecraft

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Dakac: My chief tactical officer, Ensign Thalataar and his security team. ::nods to them

MO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Nods as she goes to a computer.:: Computer: Please list all entries of viruses that cause purple rashes.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
AFCO: Put them on.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Makes her way to the turbolift and to Harlan's quarters, considering possible viruses that would cause a purple virus.  But nothing easily pops into her head.::

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Activates the chimes.::

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Aye sir opening hail and screen
Marianne Harlan says:
::Opens the door and smiles:: CMO: Doctor ..? ::Doesn't know her name::

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Dakac: Mission Specialist , Commander Enki

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Nods to Dakac.::

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: War bird is powering her weapons, Commandah'.

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Com link open and the view screen activated.

Captain M’terg says:
# COM: USS Hayden: Starship Hayden, I am M'terg, of the IKS Uk'targen. I see you are being harassed by these ... miscreants. They shall be dealt with.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods:: Harlan: Doctor Sky.  Tell me everything you can from when you first noticed the illness until now.

Marianne Harlan says:
::Abruptly coughs, and gestures for the CMO to enter:: CMO: Okay, sure ... come in ...

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir this is not so good to hear.

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Dakac: And this is Commander Derek CO VanArsdale, another of our mission specialists.

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
COM: M'terg: Captain that is unnecessary.

ACTION: The shuttlecraft continue to send their message, but seem to be hesitant about circling the Hayden now that the War bird and Bird of Prey are there ...

CSO_Lt_Knight says:
XO: They are targetin' the shuttles.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Automatically pulls out her medical recorder and scans the mother.::

Captain M’terg says:
# ::Almost smiles:: COM: USS Hayden: I assure you, Commander ... these people can get violent if they're not kept under a short leash. We won't destroy them ...

AFCO_Lt_B_Rochelle says:
XO: Suggestion?

Host CO_Capt_Marsland says:
@Dakac: And this, ::turning to the  Ambassador:: is Ambassador Emma Rose of the Federation Council.

CTO_Ens_Thalataar says:
@::Examines his surroundings, once again looking back to the Ambassador as her name is mentioned.  He can't help but notice the glow that surrounds her.::

XO_LtCmdr_Aria_MD says:
COM: M'terg: We are all here on a diplomatic mission Captain.  As a member of the house of Ra'Tom I implore you to not fire upon them.  They are in their own space and are simply demonstrating.

ACTION: The War bird pulls around the Hayden, moving toward the slowly retreating shuttlecraft.

CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Motions the mother to take a seat.::  Harlan: How long have you had this cough?

Captain M’terg says:
# ::Makes a noise::

Host Ambassador_Emma_Rose says:
@ ::Smiles at Dakac::

ACTION: The XO, AFCO & CSO can only watch on as the War bird closes in on the shuttlecraft, and fires ...

=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= PAUSE MISSION =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

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