Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Eight, Episode One (Mission #310)
“A Helping Hand, Part One”
Stardate 10701.13

Starring: 
Linda Baus as SM 
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 
Gilles Leger as Operations Officer Lieutenant Jara Esso

Absent:
Isabelle Carreau as Executive Officer Commander Anya Odan

NPC’s:
Linda Baus as Ensign Bedeau, Security Barton, SB 129 Operations, Transporter 
    Chief, Computer, Captain Markovich/USS Catalina, SB 129 Operations Wood
Gilles Leger as OPS H’lo, Cargo Bay 1 Loader
Pam Bruyere as Ensign Trick
Steve Weller as Angeltra

Mission Prologue:  

The USS Huron has been en route to Starbase 129 where they are to meet up with and escort the USS Catalina, a supply freighter bound for Saltok.  It has been seven long weeks, and there have been no more signs of the infamous Q who has only just tried to make friends with the crew.

To his dismay, the Huron personnel wanted nothing to do with Q and his buddies, and he just can't figure out why.  So for now, he has given them the peace they wanted.  After all, Q sees them when their sleeping and knows when they're awake, and Q only knows when he'll be back.

The crew are about to embark on their next mission, and are ten minutes from reaching Starbase 129.  The trip to Saltok is a simple restock and re-supply mission, and a chance for the Huron crew to finally have a nice quiet, peaceful mission.  Here's hoping …

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Huron in … “A Helping Hand”, Chapter One, “A little trust goes a long way”... Stardate 10701.13

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CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Down in engineering giving Ensign Martin some last minute instructions.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Exits Operations of Starbase 129 with a PADD in hand.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::On Bridge, keeping one eye on sensors and the other running a Level 5 Diagnostic to ensure all systems are ready.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Contact Starbase 129 and let them know we'll be ready to take on supplies and personnel as soon as we arrive.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Making sure of her speed and her heading.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, speed and heading correct.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Puts on his best "I am a man" pose and walks to the transporter room.::

Ensign Bedeau/Starbase Operations says:
@::Notices the lieutenant leaving Operations and begins reviewing his orders that were input into the computer at operations.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye Sir, confirmed, informing starbase we'll be ready.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods as Martin begins to hand out the next duty assignments.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Approaching Starbase 129. Sir.  Estimated time of arrival, 10 minutes.

Ensign Bedeau/Starbase Operations says:
@::His eyes go wide for a moment, and he moves his hand on the console and pushes a button activating a silent alarm and notifying the transporter room to detain the new Operations Officer.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
COM: Starbase 129: This is the Starship Huron, reporting we are about 10 minutes out and we'll be ready to take on supplies and personnel as soon as we make it into orbit.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Prepare to enter a standard orbit as soon as we have clearance.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Understood, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Is the Catalina here yet or are we going to have to wait?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Enters the transporter room and looks around.:: Transporter OPS:  Hi.... has the Huron arrived yet, Chief?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Walks over to the main console and brings up the last diagnostic review.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Enters coordinates for standard orbit of Starbase 129.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Coordinates entered, Sir.

@ACTION:  Several station security officers come crashing into the transporter room.  The transporter chief points to Lieutenant Jara, and the security officers walk toward him.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Checking now Sir.  ::Scans ships in system.::  Aye Sir, ship is already in system.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Blinks.::

Security Barton says: 
@Lt. Jara:  All right, Lt. Exxo.  I'm not sure how you got on board this station, but you are definitely not leaving until you stand trial for your crimes!  Trying to escape on another vessel, I see, huh?  Well it ain't going to happen .. not on “my” watch!  ::Motions for the security team to take him into custody.::

ACTION:  The Huron arrives at Starbase 129.  

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Picking up a fair number of Transporter signatures and mass adjustments, so it looks like they are still finishing the loading.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
COM: Starbase 129: Repeat, this is the Starship Huron, reporting we are about to enter orbit, and we'll be ready to take on supplies and personnel as soon as we make it into orbit.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@ Security: Ummm... before you take me away... you might want to verify... my name is Lieutenant Jara.  Esso Jara... E.. S.. S.. O.... before you haul me away please.  It will be your responsibility to tell the Captain of the USS Huron why their Operations Officer has been detained.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Contact the Catalina's Captain, find out their top speed.  Send my greetings and let him know that as soon as they are finished loading and we have taken on our own supplies and personnel, we'll be heading out.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Heads out of main engineering and waits for the nearest turbolift.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@Security: A simple DNA scan will verify my identity, Sir.

SB 129 Operations says: 
@COM: USS Huron:  Welcome to SB 129, Huron.  We have some crates we will need to transport to your ship.  Please send us coordinates.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Steps inside as the doors open.:: Computer: Bridge.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Acknowledge Starbase, and find out when we can be ready for departure.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Understood, Sir.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Stands still and waits patiently.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Starbase reports they have some cargo for us, I'm forwarding coordinates, and then I'll contact the Catalina.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: Very well.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM:  Starbase 129 OPS:  This is USS Huron, captain wants to know how soon we can load and be ready to leave.

Security Barton says: 
@Lt. Jara:  Don't force me to put you in shackles!  ::Pauses and looks at him.::  That's a good job someone did on altering your appearance.  Is that mask real?   ::Pulls on the lieutenant's cheek, stretching it hard and trying to remove the mask that isn't there.::  You're a lot stockier than I remember, too.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
COM: Starbase 129: Very good, our coordinates are being forwarded now.
COM: Catalina: This is the USS Huron, Captain Q'Tor wants to know how soon you'll be loaded, and what your cruising speed is for the trip?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Walks out onto the bridge and to the engineering console :: Ensign Trick:  Mr. Trick, you are relieved.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@ SecBarton: A simple DNA scan will verify my identity, Sir. That is all I ask.

SB 129 OPS says: 
@COM: USS Huron:  We can begin transport of the crates immediately.  Inputting your coordinates now.

Ensign Trick says: 
::Nods and steps away.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB 129 OPS:  Understood.

Security Barton says: 
@Lt. Jara:  I'll have to get the name of the doctor who did the surgery .. so that I can bust his butt for aiding and abetting a criminal!  ::Takes out a tricorder.::  As you wish!  ::Begins to scan him.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, Starbase Operations says they can begin to transport the crates and supplies immediately as soon as we have their coordinates.

ACTION:  The first set of crates is beamed to the Huron.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Sighs and waits patiently.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  As soon as we know the Catalina's top cruising speed, plot the safest course to Saltok Colony.

Security Barton says: 
@::Reviews the scans.::  Self:  This is .. odd.  Lt. Jara:  Someone's made a really bad mistake it appears.  My apologies, Lieutenant Jara.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Understood, Sir.  I took the liberty to do so earlier and have plotted three, Sir, that are the safest courses.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks over at Icky for a moment before moving to speak to the Captain.::  CO:  Sir, I do hope that the supplies for engineering are in this group.  I'd hate for something to go wrong and we not have the repair parts.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Commander, are we fully armed?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Nods.:: Sec_Barton: Luckily I never make mistakes. 
Transporter OPS: Contact the Huron to have me beamed aboard, please.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Aye, Sir, normal complement.  And Cargo is coming in as we speak.

Transport Chief says:  
@::Nods to the Operations Officer, and waits to get his okay from Security Officer Barton.  Opens a hail to the Huron.::  COM: Huron:  Huron, we have one Lieutenant Jara ready for transport.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB 129 OPS: Understood.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, a Lieutenant Jara is ready for transport.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
@::Steps onto the transporter pad.::

Transport Chief says:  
@Lt. Jara:  Energizing, Lieutenant.

ACTION:  As the second set of crates is beamed to the Huron and Lieutenant Jara is beamed to the transporter room, a second biosign is detected coming from one of the crates.  It is faint, but the transport buffer catches the sign.

Computer says: 
OUT LOUD:  Intruder alert!  Unauthorized transport to cargo bay.

ACTION: The USS Huron receives a hail from the USS Catalina.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: Commander, security to the Cargo bay!

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, doing a bio scan now.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: On it, Sir.
*Sec Alpha*: Intruder alert in Cargo Bay 1, get your noses in there ASAP.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Hears the intruder alarm and heads back to her station.::  Self : Now what?

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Hands fly inputting for the bio scan for the intruder.::

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#COM: Huron: This is the USS Catalina.  We are ready for escort to Saltok.

SB 129 OPS Wood says: 
@COM: USS Huron: Captain, is there a problem?  We've detected your intruder alert alarm going off.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: USS Catalina: This is USS Huron.  Please stand by.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Hits the COM button.::  COM: Catalina: This is Captain Q'tor of the USS Huron.  Stand by.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Eyes look wide back and forth as he puts 2 and 2 together.:: Transporter OPS:  Contact the bridge... tell them I am my way as well... ::Drops his duffel bag next to the transporter console and runs out of the transporter room.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Angeltra: Take the Tactical Console, I'm headed down to join the pups.  ::Turns and enters the Turbolift, requesting Cargo Bay 1.::

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#COM: USS Huron: Standing by.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Checks in with her engineering team to be sure that the area is secured.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB 129 OPS:  Please stand by for Captain.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Catalina is standing by, Sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Exits the TurboLift, finding Sec Alpha forming up and preparing to enter.::  Scoo: Let's do it, by the books.  I go center, you and Bee take my flanks.  Keep those snouts sniffin'.  ::Steps to the door and leads the team in.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Continues to run and taps his combadge.:: *Bridge*: Jara to the bridge... Security on Starbase 129 tried to stop me as a murderer I am speculating that is the identity of the stowaway in the cargo bay... some Lieutenant EXXO.... E... X... X..O...  I am running there now.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks over at Angeltra.:: Angeltra: Rats?

SB 129 Operations says: 
@::Waits for response from Huron.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
COM: SB129:  This is the Huron.  It would seem that you have beamed over an intruder of some sort.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Sir, bioscans detect the intruder, but I can't determine what it is as of yet.

ACTION:  As the Tactical team enters, they see nothing but a bunch of crates in the cargo bay.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Enters turbolift.::  Computer: Cargobay 1.

SB 129 Operations says: 
@COM: Huron:  An intruder?  We scanned those crates by security.  There were no biosigns detected in the scans.

Angeltra says: 
CEO: Can't tell yet, but I don't think a rodent would set off the alarms.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Paces the turbolift as it descends the decks.::

ACTION:  There is a very faint thump that is heard coming from the crate.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Draws Tricorder, listening carefully while scanning the boxes.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB 129 OPS: Yes, we have.  It appears that we have.  Our bio filters detected it.

ACTION:  The tricorder picks up a faint biosign coming from the crate.  It is too weak for tricorders to detect what it is, but the biosign is fading.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
COM: SB 129: Then I suggest you have your sensors checked, because our transporters detected a bio sign and isolated it.  Our security teams are on the way to check it out now.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles.::  Angeltra:  Have you ever seen those rats on Earth? Now they're big, especially the ones from a city called Montreal. ::Shivers at the thought.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Runs to the cargobay as the turbolift opens.::

SB 129 Operations says: 
@COM: Huron:  We will check our filters, Captain.  We did not detect any biosign other than Lieutenant Jara's being beamed to your ship.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Moves for the life sign, signaling Scoo and Bee in close, the rest of the team sitting back, Phaser's leveled.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Nods to the others, then silently counts down 3, 2, 1 then opens the box.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Runs to the security team at full speed.::  Security:  My name is Lieutenant Jara....  your new Operations officer... Starbase 129 is looking for a Lieutenant Exxo... I am guessing that is the identity of the intruder.

ACTION:  As the Chief Tactical Officer works to open the crate, a protruding nail punctures his thumb.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
COM: SB 129:  We'll keep you informed about what we find. Huron out.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Inform the Catalina of our situation and that as soon as it is resolved we'll be heading out.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self: Youch, what is wrong with nice, modern seals?

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Understood, Sir.

ACTION:  As the crate is removed a small white kitten, not more than 6 weeks old peers up out of the crate.  She is packed in tightly with one of the industrial replicators, her paw is bleeding heavily from being pinched, and she is barely moving.  For a brief moment she looks up and leaves out a soft meow before collapsing and losing consciousness.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Sighs::   Self: Or..............  not.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: USS Catalina: This is USS Huron.  Once we have our small situation under control we will be heading out.  Will advise.

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#COM: Huron:  Confirmed.

ACTION:  Upon further inspection, the mother cat can be found at the back of the crate.  Tricorder readings indicate she's been dead for two days now.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CO*:  Found the "intruder", appears to be a small feline, maybe a month, month and a half old.  It appears to be injured.  And its mother appears to be dead.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Feline?  Cat, sir, or more to the point kitten.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Heavy sigh.::  *CTO*:  Check the rest of the cargo and make sure we don't have any other stowaways.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Rechecks the diagnostic and closes out the screen.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Reaches down to free the kitten and pick it up.::  Scoo:  Do a full Security sweep on the rest of the crates.  Let's be sure this was it.  ::Takes the kitten towards Sickbay.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Sighs and walks back to the turbolift.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CO*: Aye Sir, Alpha team is on it.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
*CTO*: The Catalina is waiting, Commander, so let's make it quick.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Enters turbolift.::  Computer:  Bridge.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Leaves the kitten with the Medical staff while they find the Veterinarian, then returns to the Bridge.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Exits turbolift onto bridge and looks around.::

@ACTION:  The starbase hails the Huron again.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB 129 OPS: This is Huron. Go ahead.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Turns and sees a new face.::  OPS:  Lieutenant?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Steps over to the Captain's chair and stands at attention.:: CO: Lieutenant Jara reporting for duty, Captain.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Senses the new officer.::

SB 129 Operations Wood says: 
@COM: Huron:  Base security is requesting a status report.  We did not pick up any biosigns in our filters.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks the new officer up and down.::  OPS:  Bajoran huh?  Good enough.  Welcome aboard Lieutenant.  Take your post.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB OPS Woods:  Intruder was dead cat and kitten was recovered.

SB 129 Operations Wood says: 
@COM: USS Huron:  No one has reported a cat missing.  It does not belong to anyone here on the base.  It must have come aboard when the crates were delivered to us.  Perhaps one of your crew could use a pet?

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Returns to the Bridge.::  CO: Kitten is in Sickbay, the pups are checking the rest of the gear just to be safe.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Nods.::  CO:  Aye, Captain. ::Walks over to the Operations station and taps the officer on duty.  
H'lo: I relieve you. 

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: SB Wood:  Possibly.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Sees Icky.::  CTO: You found a what?

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#COM: Huron: Captain, is everything all right over there?

OPS_H’lo says: 
::Nods.::  OPS_Jara: All yours, Lieutenant.  ::Grins.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO:  A kitten, little thing, hurt paw.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: USS Catilina: Will be ready to leave shortly.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Is glad to have the new Operations officer relieve her of the com duties.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
OPS:  Welcome aboard, and it is all yours.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO:  I hope you got it looked after.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Transmit your course to the Catalina, and inform them that they can depart at their maximum cruising speed.  We'll catch up in just a few minutes.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO:  Yeah, I left it with Sickbay; they were finding the Vet.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Understood, Sir.

Starbase 129 Operations says:
@COM: Huron:  We have one more set of crates to beam aboard if you are ready to receive.  We have rechecked our bio-filters.  There are no biosigns present in these crates.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles.::  CTO:  Softy.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Nods and begins a quick systems check of his station.:: FCO: Thank you, Ensign.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: What?  Not like I could have done anything else.  It needed help.  I wouldn't have a choice if it wasn't my job.  ::Smiles.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
COM: USS Catilina: Begin your departure.  Transmitting three routes to you now. Captain says we will catch up to you.  Use maximum propulsion. Huron out.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Turns back to her readings.:: CO: Captain, engineering reports all ready.  Warp and impulse systems operating at nominal levels.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Inform Starbase Operations that we had better not have any further surprises, or I will be lodging a formal complaint with the Base Commander and Starfleet Command.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Transmitted all three safe routes to USS Catalina, Sir.  Awaiting your command for departure.

#ACTION:  The USS Catalina begins to depart, without the Huron.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  USS Catalina is beginning her departure, Sir.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Updating ship stores.... monitoring the Catalina, Captain.

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#::Sends transmission to Starbase 129 Operations that they are departing.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Begins to scan subspace frequencies and tries to locate the Catalina's frequency.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Catalina reports they are en route, Captain.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Sir, Security teams should be ready for the rest of the cargo.  Scans show no life signs, they're just confirming visually now.

Starbase 129 Operations says:
@COM: Huron:  We have departure from the USS Catalina, and you have yet to receive the last crates.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
Self: They better be using the first route.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Very well.  Keep them on sensors.  Have the rest of the cargo beamed aboard.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Be ready to go to warp as soon as we have the rest of the cargo aboard, and Security can make sure we don't have any further uninvited visitors.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Nods.::  CO: Aye Sir.   *Cargo Bay 1*: Resume cargo transfer. Advise when complete.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Ready an intercept course for the Catalina.  As soon as we catch up, match their course and speed.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO:  Ready when you are, Sir.

ACTION:  The remainder of the crates are beamed to the Huron's cargo bay without incident.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Already have, Sir.

Cargo Bay 1 Loader says: 
*OPS*:  Cargo transfer complete.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO:  All cargo is aboard, Captain.  ::Continues to monitor sensors for the Catalina.::

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#::Setting course for Saltok, Warp 4.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Engage.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Understood.  ::Engages impulse engines.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS: Lieutenant Es..er....Jaro, please make sure that a copy of that manifest has been sent to my office.

ACTION:  Once past the outer markers, the Huron goes to warp and catches up with the Catalina.  She matches course and speed.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  If any other ship besides the Catalina appears on our sensors before we reach Saltok, go to yellow alert immediately.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CEO:  Of course Commander... and my apologies for ignoring you as I arrived... I had to report in first.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Aye Sir, will do.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS:  Forgiven, Lieutenant.....this time.  ::Grins.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Pulls a Tricorder and scans the nail wound, looking to see if it needs further treatment or can wait.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Catalina is at warp 4 and we have achieved warp 4 and coming up on her, sir.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Closes eyes and feels the ship move from impulse to warp.:: Self: I never thought I'd feel that again.  ::Opens eyes.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, I'd like to go and check over that manifest against the crates.  Permission to leave the bridge?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Granted.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods and heads for the lift after calling another officer to replace her.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Any reason why this supply run would require an escort?  Has there been pirate activity reported?

INFORMATION:  At warp 4.0, the Huron and Catalina will arrive at Saltok in 36 days.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  ETA to Saltok at warp 4.0 is 36 days, Sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Not so much piracy, but Intel reports mention activities of Breen vessels in the area.  And while we're not officially at war still, I think we're the "better safe than sorry".

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Walks into her office and looks on her terminal for the manifest.::  Self:  Now where is it?  ::Taps another button.::

Captain Markovich/USS Catalina says: 
#COM: Huron:  We have you on our sensors.  Proceeding to Saltok.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Now this makes more sense.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Begins to consult the cargo manifest of the Catalina.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Scans the Catalina and attempts to match the manifest to the sensor readings.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Picks up head as the Chief Tactical Officer says Breen.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
*OPS*:  Lieutenant, I need that manifest now!

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Show of force, I guess.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CTO:  Breen?

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO:  We are near their space, near enough for caution anyway.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CTO:  I would think so.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
Self:  This is not good.  Better make a few more courses just in case.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Checks his console and sees the report from the cargo bay.:: *CEO*: I have the report from the cargo bay now, Commander... I am now sending you a copy. ::Forwards copy.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Taps her fingers on the desk as she reads the incoming list.::

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