Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Seven, Episode Forty-One (Mission #308)
“Between the Shadows, Part Fifteen”
Stardate 10612.09

Starring: 
Linda Baus as SM and Q Kringle
Topper Loghry as Commanding Officer Captain Q’tor
Steve Weller as Chief Tactical Officer Lieutenant Commander Ec'Thel’Ion
Pam Bruyere as Chief Engineering Officer Lieutenant Commander Holly Sparks
Lynda Anderson as Flight Control Officer Ensign T’Lar Bishara 

Absent:
Isabelle Carreau as Executive Officer Commander Anya Odan

NPC’s:
Lynda Anderson as Toir Lorin

Mission Prologue:  

The Huron crew continues their shore leave on Pacifica while enjoying the nice warm weather.  Some of the crew has been met with unfortunate little accidents here and there on the beach, while others are simply just enjoying their time that was given to them.

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Huron in … “Between the Shadows”, Chapter Fifteen, “Shore leave on Pacifica, Part 2 - Jingle All The Way” ... Stardate 10612.09

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FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Laying in bed in the hotel but it is not her room.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: The, uh, Axanar at the desk said the place up the block had some great menu choices.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::In the hotel bar drinking fire wine.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Sounds great, but I need to change into something a little more comfortable. Besides having sand up my back is driving me nuts.

Toir Lorin says:
T'Lar: I see you are alive.  How do you feel?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::chopwI' is laying at my feet.::

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Looks in the direction of the voice that is very familiar.::  Toir:  Is that you I mean really you in the flesh?

ACTION:  The Captain's pet ocelot begins to bring up a fur ball.  He gags a bit and then brings up a part of the bird he was chewing on earlier.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Okay, I can understand that.  I'll call the place and make sure we don't need a reservation.

ACTION:  The room the Flight Control Officer and Toir are in begins to suddenly get very chilly.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks down at chopwI'::  chopwI': You should not have eaten so fast.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Moves to the Comm unit in the room and calls the restaurant to make a reservation.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Moves towards the lavatory.:: CTO: Be out in two shakes of a lamb's tail, as dad used to say.  ::Blows him a kiss and disappears.::

ACTION:  The Comm unit does not respond, and it begins to get cold where the Chief Tactical Officer and Chief Engineering Officer are at.

Toir Lorin says:
T'Lar: Yes, hun.  It is me in the flesh and put on this blanket.  It is getting cold here for some odd reason.

ACTION:  chopwl' lets out a loud growl as he lays his head down quietly on his master's feet.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Thwacks the comm unit.::  Self: Great, just what we need.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Jumps into the shower and rids herself of the sand, before turning the water to very hot.::

ACTION:  The males on Pacifica all begin to grow two little stubs on the top of their heads.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Comm unit seems to be on the fritz, we'll have to just chance it that they have no need for reservations.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Yells to the other room.:: CTO: Icky, there's room in here for you if you wish. ::Giggles to herself and continues with her shower.::

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
Toir: How in the world did you get here?  I mean from where?

ACTION:  The Chief Engineering Officer’s water turns from very hot to just barely warm.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Nearly screaming now.:: Toir: You have something on your head!!!!

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: If I do that, we'll need to make it a late dinner.  Not that I'd mind terribly.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
WildWind: Get in here!!  ::She screams as the bird comes tearing around the corner.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
Self: Ewwww, need heat. 
CTO: Icky, can you come and check the water controls. I'm barely getting any warm water now.

Toir Lorin says:
T'Lar: What thing on my head?  ::Reaches up and feels two bumps growing.::  Out Loud: Oh my god.

ACTION:  Ice cubes begin to fall from the Chief Engineering Officer’s shower.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: You say that like it's a bad thing.  ::Steps in to check the controls.::  Says it's still set to hot, maybe we picked a hotel in need of some work.

ACTION:  A man suddenly appears out of nowhere sitting on a seat next to the Captain.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
Aloud:  Ouch!  ::Moves to avoid the ice.:: 
CTO: What did you do?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Unknown Man:  And who are you that you just invite yourself to my table?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Mind if I have a drink with you, Captain?  ::Grins evilly.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: I didn't do a thing!  What's that noise, you dropping something in there?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Oh, please, Captain.  You don't know who I am?  I'm disappointed.  ::Snaps his fingers and makes the horns grown on the Captain's head.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Jumps out of the shower sans towel in her haste.:: CTO: Look, there's ice falling.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  And how would I know who you are?

ACTION:  The Ice starts piling up in the tub and is piling out now onto the floor.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Jumping from Toir's bed to look at his two stumps and shields him from WildWind's claws at the same time.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Oh, please, my dear Captain.  ::Snaps his fingers and takes the Captain to a very cold place that resembles the North Pole.::  Does this give you any clues?  ::Smiles.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Okay, we definitely need to talk to the proprietor about the way the room works.  I didn't even know that was possible to do.

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Snaps his fingers again and suddenly the Flight Control Officer and Toir disappear from the room and appear where the Captain and Q Kringle are.::

ACTION:  Snow begins to fall where the Captain, Flight Control Officer and Toir are at.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  Okay, only the Q can do that, but why would you bring me to the surface of Rura Penthe?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO/FCO/Toir:  Wanna make a snowman?  Or a snow-woman?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, this is crazy.  What are we doing here?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  This is the north pole, Captain.  I needed someone to celebrate Christmas with, and the other Q will not let me play with them.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Moves to the other side of the room, finds a towel and steps through the door.::  CTO: This is really strange Icky.  If I didn't know better, I'd guess that our old friend is around, but he can't be.

ACTION:  The Flight Control Officer’s nose begins to glow red.

Toir Lorin says:
CO: Sorry, Sir, but this is all new to me as well.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: North pole of what?  And what is Christmas?

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Hits the controls to shut off the water.::  CEO: Maybe the rest of you were right; maybe Risa was a better choice.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  What do you want?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, Christmas is an ancient earth custom where children believe in Santa Clause who brings them presents if they are good all year.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: And this has what to do with us?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Rummages around for something warm to wear.:: CTO: Gosh, it's chilly in here.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
~~~Toir: You know who this is, just as I do.  Don't go being a hero.~~~

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  I merely want to spend some holiday time with my favorite crew members.  Now if you don't know what Christmas is, maybe I better bring someone here that can explain it to you.  ::Snaps his fingers again, and the Chief Tactical Officer and Chief Engineering Officer appear with them.  The Chief Engineering Officer only has a towel wrapped around her.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
CO: Apparently he has brought us here to celebrate the ancient custom of Christmas.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  You need to get into the spirit, my dear Captain.  You've had way too much on your mind lately.  ::Snaps his finger and brings chopwl' to the north pole with them.  chopwl' begins to grow a bushy tail and reindeer horns.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: A...bit.  Oh boy, one second.  ::Takes off his shirt and hands it to the CEO.::  All: Who invited him?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  Wow!  Now that's what I call a real Christmas gift!

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: Stop it Q!

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Toir goes into a fit of laughter as he sees T'Lar's nose glowing bright red.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q_Kringle: Eyes to yourself; be a gentleman.  ::Steps in front of Q.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Takes the shirt and puts it on.:: CTO: He needs an invitation. That self serving, wanna be excuse for a sentient being.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Now, Captain, do have patience.  ::Starts to build a snowman.::  Wanna join me?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: Take us someplace warmer before Commander Sparks freezes!

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  Hasn't anyone told you that sharing is part of the Christmas spirit?  ::Peaks around the CTO and mumbles.::  And boy would I like to share a piece of that!  ::Grins.::

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Pulls the blanket closer to her to stay warm.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  You want warmer?  ::Snaps his fingers, and takes them to the desert.::  Remember, you didn't say how warm.  ::Grins.::  Now we'll have to build sand castles.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Almost faints in the heat.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: No, I don't think he does.  ::Gently nudges him back.::  
Q: I know physical reaction won't do a thing, but don't give me an excuse to teach you some manners.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  Warmer my dear?  Now you can do some sunbathing.  ::Eyes her up.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: What do you want with us, Q?

Toir Lorin says:
T'Lar: Hun, I have you.  ::He grabs her as she faints from the intense heat.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Suddenly disappears and reappears on the other side of the Chief Tactical Officer as he nudges him.::  CTO:  That wasn't nice!  ::Turns him into a Gingerbread man.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Stays behind Icky.:: Q: Just take us back to the Huron and leave!  ::Sounds indignant.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  I told you.  I just want to spend Christmas with someone.  You're not very fun!

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
Q_Kringle:  Please my future wife needs some water and a cooler temp.  If you have any shred of compassion you will return all of us to our ship.

ACTION:  A scorpion runs past chopwl' and bites him in the toe.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Whispers.:: CTO: I figure if we can get back to the ship, you'll be able to figure out what to do about him.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Captain, anything in what you've seen...Oh come on.  I was just making sure you kept your eyes where they belong.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  Very well.  Restore Commander Ec'Thel'Ion and return my crew to the Huron and I will spend this 'Christmas' with you.

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Shakes his head.::  FCO:  I have compassion, and for you, I will give you what you want.  ::Snaps his fingers as the Flight Control Officer and Toir return to the ship, which appears to be flooded up to the waist with water.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: From what I've seen, the only way to deal with him is to ride the storm out.  Dealing with him does give us a good reinforcement as to why the Prime Directive is there though.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  Yes, please deal with me.  I'm awfully lonely too.  I need a Mrs. Q Kringle around, but no one wants to play with me.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Still whispering.:: CTO: Sorry, Icky, but I just want him gone so we can continue with our vacation...alone.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
Q: Well keep looking, Q. No one here wants to play with you either.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Nods and gives a "sweet" smile to the Chief Engineering Officer.::

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
Toir: At least we have water.  ::Cups her hands and drinks the water.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
Out loud:  How rude!  ::Snaps his finger and changes the Chief Tactical Officer back.::  CTO:  I didn't like you as a gingerbread man.  You were making me hungry.

Toir Lorin says:
T'Lar: You know who that was don't you?  That was the miserable thug that broke us apart; remember?

ACTION:  The water tastes salty.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: Aw, sorry to hear that.  Is it safe now to say "bite me"?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Spits out the water quickly.:: Toir: Ugh that is salty water.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  Awwh, but Commander, I wouldn't know where to start.  ::Grins.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Thinks Q is a spoiled brat and should be spanked.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Sits down in the sand.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  Commander, such naughty, naughty thoughts you are having.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Closes her eyes to locate WildWind.::

Toir Lorin says:
T'Lar: Where is WildWind?  He is not here.......what the hell is going on!!!

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Snaps his fingers and the Flight Control Officer, Toir, and WildWind reappear with the rest of the crew.::  FCO:  Had enough water?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Rolls her eyes and shakes her head at Q.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Sits down next to the Captain.::  CO:  Want to build a sand castle?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Pulls up the blanket.:: Q_Kringle: The water was salty.  Maybe I should have said fresh water so I could drink it.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Toir is beginning to lose his cool and is beginning to turn red in the face.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  If I agree to build a sand castle with you will you return us and then leave us alone?

ACTION:  Suddenly a cloud appears over the Flight Control Officer and it starts to rain just over her.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Maybe .. maybe not.  Gee .. I just want to know what it's like to get in the holiday spirit, and you all are just not much fun.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Shuffles her feet in the sand.:: CTO: Oh look at that.  ::Points to the rain.:: This is getting just plain silly now.

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Rolls his eyes.:: CEO:  Well we need water to build the sand castle.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: I do not even know what a holiday spirit is!

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Cups her hands to catch the water and drinks deeply.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO/CTO:  Say, how come you two haven't tied the knot yet.
CEO:  Ya know my dear, if he doesn't want to marry you, you can always come live with me.  ::Wiggles his eyes at her.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Whispered.::  CEO: Then let's take it back.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Just nods at Q in disgust.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Snaps his finger and a Christmas tree suddenly appears, all decked out with holiday lights.::  CO:  I think it has something to do with this.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Whispers.:: CTO: Got a plan, dear?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
Toir: Come drink.  ::Offers Toir some of the water from her hands.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO/ CEO: I was thinking, when we get back to the ship I'd like to do a complete tear down of the Torpedo launchers, make sure they didn't suffer any wear during the trip across the galaxy.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  Hey there!  Stop that!  This is my holiday!

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks over to the Chief Engineering Officer completely baffled.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Grins.:: CTO: Oh yes, and I think someone mentioned something about the warp systems needing another full diagnostic.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  Now stop that .. or else!

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Puts some water on the sand by the Captain.::  CO:  You have to wet the sand, Captain.  ::Starts to build a sand castle.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
ALL:  I want to build a sand castle!  And where is this holiday spirit that everyone keeps talking about?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
Q: But Q, this is what we like to think about. It's our holiday spirit.  ::Smiles sweetly.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: You can't force holiday spirit; it doesn't work that way.  And you especially can't force it to take a certain form.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  You think of your warp systems on your holidays?  ::Thinks for a minute.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
FCO:  Cat got your tongue, missy?  ::Makes the FCO's tongue grow longer.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
Q: Among other things.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Is this part of the tradition?  Lighting trees and building fortresses from sand?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  But I can't go back until I know what spirit is.  So we're in it for the long run, toots.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: He might enjoy a bit of Klingon holiday spirit, if he was able to get into the role and feel it.  Now that might be fun.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO/CTO:  What is .. Klingon holiday spirit.  I want to see it!

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: Watch the names.  It's Commander unless she's told you otherwise.

ACTION:  The FCO's tongue begins to grow longer and longer.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Oh yes, Sir. Show Q just how much spirit you have.  ::Winks.::

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Not happy with her long tongue longer as it makes speech harder.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Grins evilly.::  Q_Kringle:  I will demonstrate Klingon holiday spirit if you promise me one thing.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: And for the Klingon Holiday spirit, I don't think you could feel it.  Have to really have the tactile sense of it to understand it, and being omnipotent, well, I don't think it would really work.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  I would rather call her toots.  ::Whispers in his ear.::  You know she's got a cute little .. ::Doesn't finish the sentence.::

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
CO: Sirrr it is parrrrttttth of the traddition sirrrrr.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Tell me what I need to do.  I don't feel things the same way you do.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
Q: Stop looking at my cute little........anything! That is off limits to you!

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Whispers.::  CTO:  She's really feisty when she gets angry, you know.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: As much as I understand that it won't do a thing except get me turned into whatever strikes your spoiled fancy, but one more comment like that, and we'll see how omnipotent your jaw is.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: You participate with me and don't use your powers.  It has to be completely fair.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Well that's no fun.  A Q always has powers.  What do I get in return?

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Looks at the CEO.::  ALL:  Do I get her?

ACTION:  The FCO's tongue is now touching the ground.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: You get to experience what Klingon holiday spirit is.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks at the Captain, then Icky and back to the Captain.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: That's it.  ::Punches at Q's jaw.::

ACTION:  Q Kringle disappears and reappears behind the Chief Engineering Officer.

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Shakes his finger.::  CTO:  Naughty, naughty.  ::Looks at the Chief Engineer’s behind.::  And a much better view.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Looks pitifully at Toir hoping he can think of something and soon.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Turns quickly and punches Q in the same jaw.::  Q: Cad!

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO:  Get him Icky!

Host Q_Kringle says:
FCO:  Maybe you should wrap that up around your shoulder.  ::Chuckles and snaps his finger as the Flight Control Officer's tongue rolls back into her mouth with a slap and returning to it's normal size.::  Better?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
Q_Kringle: Yes, much better; thank you.

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Ducks.:: CEO:  I love it when you fight dirty.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: Naughty my...I told you to lay off.  Power has its price.  ::Steps forward and pushes him back.::  Now lay off or it will get ugly...er, uglier.

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Steps aside as the CTO goes past him.::  CO:  All right, all right.  These people are no fun anyway.  What do I have to do to get into this Klingon spirit you are talking about?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  As I said.  No using your powers.  You must make sure that it proceeds fairly.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Regains balance and steps back to the Chief Engineering Officer's side.::  CEO: I hate bullies; they just don't get it.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  The lady does have quite the wallop.  I'd be careful not to make her angry.  ::Rubs his jaw, experiencing a small amount of pain.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  But what do I get in return?  ::Looks again at the Chief Engineering Officer, and then at the Flight Control Officer.::  I could take that one.  ::Looks at the Flight Control Officer.::  She looks a little nice too .. now that her tongue is back to normal.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Glares at Q and then moves closer to the Captain.:: CO: Captain, do we have to put up with this bully?

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Little does he realize that T'Lar is a seasoned fighter.::

Host Q_Kringle says:
CEO:  I'm not a bully.  I just want to know about spirit.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  I already told you.  You want to experience holiday spirit, and so you will.

Host Q_Kringle says:
FCO:  Oh, your thoughts are delicious my dear.  But maybe later.

Toir Lorin says:
Q-Kringle: You leave my wife-to-be out of this.

Host Q_Kringle says:
Toir:  Oh please.  ::Snaps his fingers and puts bells on Toir's toes.::  FCO:  You can do better than him!

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: So you're not using your powers to push around those who don't have matching capability?  Sorry, our mistake, it looks quite like that.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CTO:  It's not fun .. they never let me play any Q-games with them.  I have to have my fun somewhere you know.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::T'Lar had it and exploded.:: Q-Kringle: I have had about enough of this strange behavior of yours.  You leave my Toir alone and you release all of us back to the Huron.  I know you better than you think, Q.  We have met before and you didn't like what I did to you either.  I suggest you put things right and soon.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Where do we need to go?  What do I need to do?

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Laughs.::  Q: I can't believe that.  Oh, my mistake, I can believe it.

Host Q_Kringle says:
FCO:  That must have been my brother, Santa Q.  He always did have an eye for the ladies.

FCO_Ens_T`Lar_Bishara says:
::Her mental walls go up instantly.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  First of all, will you promise to meet my conditions?

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  If I promise, will you show me what spirit is?

Host Q_Kringle says:
::Snaps his fingers and makes all the reindeer horns on the males disappear, returning everyone back to normal as they were.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle: I will demonstrate Klingon holiday spirit to the best of my abilities.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Wouldn't it be easier just to give him a few books and a cup of egg nog...or 76?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: I'd like to give him more than that. A swift kick in the quister more like.

Host Q_Kringle says:
Out loud:  This is going to be so much fun!  ::Claps his hands and jumps up and down.::  
::Suddenly appears next to the Chief Engineering Officer and whispers in the Chief Engineering Officer's ear.::  CEO:  Maybe later my dear.

Host Q_Kringle says:
CO:  Okay, but you have to show me what spirit is, or else the deal is off!

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Moves away from Q and closer to Icky.:: Q: Of all the nerve!

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Q_Kringle:  Klingon spirit.

ACTION:  Q Kringle snaps his fingers and suddenly the crew all appear back on the Huron, but the Captain and Q Kringle appear on a beach in the middle of nowhere.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Q: Might wanna...oh drat.

Host Q_Kringle says:
<<<<<<<<<<<< Pause Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>