Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Eight, Episode Three (Mission #312)
“A Helping Hand, Part Three”
Stardate 10701.27

Starring: 
Linda Baus as SM 
Topper Loghry as Commanding Officer Captain Q’tor
Isabelle Carreau as Executive Officer Commander Anya Odan
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

NPC’s:
Gilles Leger as OPS_Lecson

Mission Prologue:  

The Huron crew seems to have been caught, as the Captain puts it, “with their pants down.”  It appears Lt. Exxo, an ex-Starfleet Intelligence Officer, has outsmarted them, and now has stolen one of their Type-10 Shuttles.  Sensors indicate he has set a course for the freighter, and the Huron is now on its way to catch the thief and saboteur.

The Captain does not appear to be very happy that they were duped by Exxo.  As the Huron speeds to intercept the freighter and Exxo, they only have time to kill before they catch them.  The Captain has called a briefing with his crew to discuss the situation.  Let's hope he's not going to take his Klingon frustration out on his crew.

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Huron in … “A Helping Hand”, Chapter Three, “To Catch a Thief,” Stardate 10701.27

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OPS_Jara says:
::Sitting at OPS and hears the heavy steps of Lecson exit the turbolift and get to OPS.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Leaves the main engineering console on the bridge after getting someone to cover for her and heads towards the conference room.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Steps off the turbolift and enters the conference room.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Enters the conference room.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
CO: Captain. ::nods::

OPS_Jara says:
::Looks up... and up as Rr'k arrives.::  

OPS_Lecson says: 
OPS_Jara: I relieve you.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir.  ::Takes a seat.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Walking from the Security office to the conference room, still trying to prepare for the next run in with this Exxo person.::

OPS_Jara says:
::Gets up and heads to the conference room.::  OPS_Lecson:  Have fun.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Stares grimly at the door as his officers enter one at a time.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks around for Icky, but doesn't see him, so she enters the room alone.::

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Grunts.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods to the Captain as she finds a seat.::

OPS_Jara says:
::Enters the conference room and looks for an empty seat.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Enters the room through the other door and takes a seat next to the CEO.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Has a face set in stone as she is pissed at the theft of one of her shuttles.::

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Moves the chair out of the way and stands at the OPS station.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Puts a padd in front of her and sits down near the CO.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles as Icky sits.:: CTO: Thought you might be late.

OPS_Jara says:
::Frowns as he detects an aroma in the air... the smell of.... apricots.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: No, trying to run down every opening he took advantage of, but I think we're getting there.

ACTION:  As Lt. Jara sits down, his chair squeaks really loudly.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
CO:  I think we are all here, Sir.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Cringes at the sound as it goes through her head.::

OPS_Jara says:
::Frowns at the sound but tries to remain straight face.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Activates a viewscreen on the wall so that a picture of Exxo is seen.::

ACTION:  A picture of Exxo is seen on the viewscreen. 

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Stares at Jara for a moment.:: CTO: I think that chair needs oil.

OPS_Jara says:
::Resists the urge to phaser the viewscreen.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Nods and smiles a bit before looking back to the front at the image.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: This is Lieutenant Exxo, formerly of Starfleet Intelligence.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  He is the one responsible for my displeasure.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Balls her fists in anger.::

ACTION:  A loud rumbling is heard coming from the Captain's stomach.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Raises an eyebrow.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks at the screen and studies the face.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: And my displeasure, translates to your discomfort.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Hears the rumbling coming from the CO but decides against commenting on it.::

OPS_Jara says:
::Wonders if the smell had anything to do with the noise from the CO's stomach.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Looks at the screen and the grip on her hands tighten drawing blood from her nails.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Exxo has a background in medicine and nuclear physics.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Leans over to Icky.:: CTO: I think the Captain has a rumbly in his tummy. ::Smiles.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: According to his psych eval he can also be quite violent.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Takes her padd and accesses Exxo's profile which the CO is summarizing to the crew.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Closes her eyes to calm her rising temper.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Nods, keeping a straight face, comparing what the Captain has on screen to the Security briefing that came out just a bit too late.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  Exxo had worked with Starfleet Intelligence in the past, designing biological weapons.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Raises a hand.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Commander?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, do we know where his last known location was before hijacking our shuttle?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: Obviously on Starbase 129.  Before that we don't know.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
Self: Bloody hell why didn't I sense him.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods.:: CO: That might have given us a clue as to what he is up to.

OPS_Jara says:
CO: I recommend we warn SB 129, he may have left.... something behind then I suggest we just kill him, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: As for his location on board the ship, apparently he used the feline bio-readings to hide his own life signs to stow-away.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Eyes shift to Jara and narrow.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  I agree.  I will leave you to do that once we are done here.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: And then must have used his somehow up to date access codes to blind the sensors to him.  Unless someone happened to notice him, he could have walked down the halls almost unnoticed.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Then he has a thorough knowledge of our systems especially the sensors.

OPS_Jara says:
CO:  Slowly or quickly Sir?

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  Sir?

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
ALL: There are warrants for his arrest.  By reporting his last known locations and his heading, people will be on the look out.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Contact Starbase 129 immediately.  As for killing Exxo... I don't care, as long as he knows who.

OPS_Jara says:
::Nods.::

OPS_Jara says:
::Taps his combadge and whispers the orders to OPS Rr'k Lecson.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Sir how much of a direct route do you want me to take to get to the Catalina?  There are a few of them, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Starfleet Intelligence had him arrested when he insisted on testing his weapons, but he escaped.  One such test wiped out an entire civilization.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Icky, we need to check out all the sensors to find out how he disguised his bio readings.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: The quickest route possible.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: That would take us.......::shuts up fast.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: The sooner we deal with the Catalina and Saltok, then the sooner we can track down Exxo.

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Contacts SB 129 and sends them an encrypted file on Exxo and with recommendations to look for information on his whereabouts on the starbase and requesting a report on what they find.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO:  I can get you there fast but it might not be as safe but I will get you to her.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO:  With proper computer access and a bit of knowledge, it's not hard.  I could do it, and I'm not exactly a techno type person.  I'm more concerned how he had up to date access codes as a wanted criminal.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
CO: Maybe his plan has to do with Catalina and Saltok...

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
XO: If he does, then both are in trouble.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
XO:  His course, when he left the Huron, was on an intercept to the Catalina, so that is a very real possibility.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: An inside contact perhaps?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Commander, if there is ever another security breach that even approaches this magnitude onboard this ship again, I will hold you personally responsible.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: So much for Starfleet keeping those things secure.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, maybe we should contact Catalina and see if anyone has entered their space yet in a Federation shuttle.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: Mister Jara will be handling that soon enough.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods at the Captain.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Are there any other questions?

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye sir, I'm working on the last piece of how he did it while setting up blocks to future attempts to make such efforts.  Big question still is where did he get up to date versions of Starfleet Command Codes after weeks on the wanted list?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: Starfleet Intelligence Commander.  He obviously has contacts.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: Nothing other than I want the return of my shuttle.  It was the only class 10 we had.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Agreed.

OPS_Jara says:
CO: Already ahead of you, Sir.  I have upgraded our security codes and purged our operating systems. 

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO/OPS: And Security systems know have a secondary level of codes, something Intel won't have direct access to.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Turns off the viewer.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CTO: When you get this traitor I want a piece of him for myself.

ACTION:  The viewscreen turns off.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Closes the file on her padd.:: ALL: We all have a lot on our plate...

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CO: I have already changed the access codes to the shuttles main controls as well.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Also have it set up so that if he does shut down overall systems again, I have each Phaser, Torpedo launcher, and Shield Generator prepared for manual activation.  Each is hardwired in to a PADD for direct control.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO/CTO: majqa'

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
CTO/CO: I will not stand for any more of my shuttles to be stolen.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles at Icky, so proud of him.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Nods in respect to the captain.:: CO: Qapla'

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: How much trouble would it be to request permission from Starfleet to temporarily differentiate our access codes from the Fleet Wide ones?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Now I have a number of other announcements that Starfleet has requested that I inform you of.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Raises an eyebrow.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: We'll go over that later.  As for now I need you to step front and center.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Smiles as she knows what is about to happen.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Puts her hand under the table and nudge's Icky's knee.:: CTO: Ut oh.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Stands up and moves for the front, trying not to look like he's been fussing with connections and codes for 36 hours.::  CO: Aye, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Sees Anya smiling and is not sure if that is a good thing or not. ::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Sits looking at her PADD making the course corrections and projections.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: Lieutenant Commander Ec'Thel'Ion.  Obviously Starfleet Command made this decision before this recent setback.  However, even with recent events I would have still recommended you.  For your unswerving dedication to duty, you are hereby promoted to full Commander.

OPS_Jara says:
::Raises eyebrows and smiles with the simple pleasures of a promotion.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Thank you, Sir, it's an honor, and this latest setback will not happen again.  ::Salutes.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Applauds.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Places a new pip on the Commanders collar.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Grins proudly from ear to ear.:: CTO: Wonderful Icky...errrr, Commander.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Looks up and smiles as he deserves it.  Claps for him approvingly.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Returns the salute.::  CTO:  Congratulations, Commander.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
CTO:  Well deserved, Commander.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Lieutenant Commander Sparks, if you would please, step forward.

CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Turns and moves back to seat.::  All: Thank you.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Goes back to the PADD.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Stands and pushes her chair aside.:: CO: Coming, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Stops beside the Captain.:: CO: Sir, thank you for Icky's promotion. He really deserves it. ::Grins again.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Raises eyebrows and smiles with the simple pleasures of a promotion.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Lieutenant Commander Sparks, other than myself ::grins slightly:: I have never met Chief Engineer who was so eager to tinker with things, and take them apart just to see what makes them tick.  For your devotion to duty, and the skills and abilities you have constantly shown, you are hereby promoted to full Commander.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: This promotion does, however, come with a price.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Thank you sir, I think?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: For months now there has been one lingering question that every crewmember of the Huron has been asking.  With this promotion, there can be no more excuses.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks back at Icky and shrugs.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Wonders if the full commanders have some sort of fees to pay for that price.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: When will you and Commander Ec'Thel'Ion be getting married?

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Eyes nearly drop.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO:  Sir?

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Jaw opens a bit as she hears the question.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Is there a problem, Sir?

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
Self: But then again I knew it too. ::Smiles.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: Come now Commander, even the ship's cook knows that the two of you are planning on it.  The question is just "When?"

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO:  We haven't decided that yet, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Well congratulations Commander.  ::Looks over at Commander Ec'Thel'Ion.::  Decide soon.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Applauds the CEO.:: CEO: Congratulations Commander Sparks.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Hands the Captain her pip back.:: CO: Sir, the price may be too high.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: It's in the works, Captain, I promise.  We just want to have everything set first.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Pins the pip on her collar.  No you don't.  You're not getting out of it that easy.  You're a full Commander now whether you like it or not.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Reaches out her hand.:: CO: Well thank you, Captain, if you're willing to be patient with us.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Shakes her hand.:: CEO: Congratulations once again Commander.  For both occasions.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles and returns to her chair.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Last but not least.  Ensign Bishara, front and center.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Looks up.  Gets up and puts down her PADD and walks to the Captain.::  CO:  Sir?    Self: What did I do now?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Nudges Icky.::  CTO: Did you know he was going to ask about us?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Ensign, for your dedication to duty, and your overall abilities as an excellent pilot, Starfleet Command has authorized me to give you a big pat on the back.   ::Gives her a big 'Klingon' pat on the back.::

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Looks at him puzzled.::  CO: Sir?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Whispered.::  CEO: No, not a clue.  But I guess that means we better push past the opening parts.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Oh yes, I almost forgot.  They also authorized me to give you this.  ::Pins a black pip on her collar.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Applauds.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Congratulations Lieutenant Junior Grade Bishara.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Claps for the FCO.:: FCO: Well done.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Looks back at him.:: CO: Sir? Huh?  Thank you, Sir. This is a surprise.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Yes well, I've been known to pull a fast one now and then.

ACTION:  The Huron has the Catalina on sensors.  She is at full stop and just drifting.

FCO_Ens_Bishara says:
::Turns and is slightly disheveled but happy.::

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Grunts.:: *CO*: Bridge to the Captain... the Catalina has just appeared on sensors... she appears stopped and adrift.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Raises head.:: CO: That is not a good thing.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
ALL: I guess this is our cue to get back to work.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Permission to get back to the Bridge?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  Congratulations to the newly promoted... ::His demeanor turns serious once again as the comm is heard.:: Now it's back to work. *OPS_Lecson*: Open a channel, I'm on my way.

OPS_Lecson says: 
*CO*: Sensors show three life signs aboard... all in one small area... their shields are down, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Dismissed.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Stands and gives Icky a quick hug.:: CTO: See you later?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Angeltra*: Get all information you can from the sensors.  I'll be there in just a second.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Gets up and waits for the others to exit before leaving the conference room.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Heads to the bridge and his command chair.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO:  Wouldn't miss it.  ::Hugs her back.::  We still have work to do.  ::Exits the room and heads for Tactical.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Captain... recommend we dispense with the attempt at communications and just grab whoever is aboard with the transporter and sort through whoever we get beamed over.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Picks up her PADD and goes flying for the nearest turbolift and the bridge.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS: Do it.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Heads back to the bridge still smiling.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS: Have them beamed directly to sickbay.

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Scans the ship and notices missing cargo.::  CO: There is cargo missing, Sir... attempting to compare with the inventory list now.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Looks over what Angeltra found.::  Angeltra: Set up an Away Team, you, the Bynars, the pups, and whoever else you think may help.  If we're going, we'll be ready.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
CO:  Do you want me to go to sickbay and access the situation. Being a doctor?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO:  With or without a security team Captain?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Moves to a secondary station and begins scanning.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Takes her station and listens to the bridge chatter.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Have a security detail standing by sickbay.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Captain, no signs of attack on the freighter, but I am picking up a Warp Trail that may by from our missing shuttle.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
XO:  If you feel you can be of assistance, then by all means.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: I can hold them in transit but if they are injured... that would not be wise.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Aye Sir, they can be there in 30 seconds.  ::Dispatches 4 Security to sickbay.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Gracefully shoves the duty FCO out of her chair and sits.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
CO:  If you need me back on the bridge, I'm a comm away.  ::Gets up and heads for the TL.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Beam them out.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Counts the seconds in his head.:: CO: I will transport as the security team arrives, Sir.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Does a fast scan of the freighter and sees something that is amazing.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
TL:  Sickbay.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
OPS: They've arrived, feel free to Transport.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Gets the report on the Huron's repairs and forwards it to the first officer's console.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, you are not going to believe this but the female cat we thought was dead?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Initiates transport.::

ACTION:  The three humans are beamed to sickbay, one of them is unconscious.  The other two are in a confused state.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO:  Well, Sir, she is alive on the freighter.  How I don't know. But I am registering her life signs.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS: As soon as you are able I want to know what is missing from the Catalina.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: I thought she had been poisoned?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Icky, can you tell me why the Catalina was dead in space yet?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Looks up.:: CO: May I recommend to the Captain that Exxo used feline life signs to disguise his whereabouts on this vessel?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I'm getting Security ready to board the Catalina if you decide to do so.  They should be ready within minutes.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: That is what I thought.

Host XO_Cmdr_Odan says:
::Exits the TL and enters sickbay.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: I can't explain it but she is alive.

OPS_Lecson says: 
CO: Missing cargo is medical equipment and supplies, Sir.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Nothing solid, just not seeing any signs of attack.  Guessing maybe same reason we were dead in space for a while?  Computer over ride?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, permission to beam over and inspect her engines?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Lock onto those feline life signs.  I want a security field set up in sickbay, and the cat, or whatever transported into it.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO:  Something is not right here.  It just doesn't add up.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO/CO: Scans saying engines are offline, no signs of damage...from here at least.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  As soon as we know it's safe, Commander.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Notifies sickbay to expect a cat in sickbay.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods to Icky and the Captain.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Could be worse Captain... it could be a Tribble.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  That's not even close to funny, Mister Jara.

ACTION:  The feline is beamed to sickbay with a security field set up around the cat.  The cat hisses as it is transported.

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