Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Eight, Episode Twenty-Nine (Mission #338)
“Bits and Pieces – Part One”
Stardate 10709.08

Cast of Characters:
Commanding Officer    	Captain Q’tor, House of Quveq 	played by     	Topper Loghry
Executive Officer		Commander Naug 			played by	Jon Benson 
Chief Tactical Officer 	Commander Ec’Thel’lon		played by   	Steve Weller 
Chief Engineering Officer Commander Holly Sparks 	played by   	Pam Bruyere 
Flight Control Officer	Lieutenant T’Lar Bishara		played by     	Lynda Anderson 

NPC’s:
EO Martin								played by   	Pam Bruyere
Helm Hotshot							played by   	Lynda Anderson
General Montgomery/Starfleet Intelligence			played by   	Linda Baus
Helmsman Nosey 							played by   	Linda Baus
OPS Duty Officer  							played by   	Linda Baus

Mission Prologue:  

Space, the final frontier...These are the adventures of the USS Huron in her journeys to search the galaxy, explore new worlds and civilizations, to bring peace where conflicts may arise, and to brave the darkness of the vast unknown.

The USS Huron is ordered to escort Admiral Morgan back to Starbase #71 where there will be an inquisition into the Admiral's actions on Xanadoom.  The crew will be enjoying 2 weeks shore leave on the Starbase once they arrive, but they are to be available for any questions that may arise as a result of the review.

And now that the Chief Engineer has managed to glue the ship back together, they will make their 2 week journey to Starbase #71 leaving what is left of Xanadoom behind them .. the remains of a planet that once was, the people that were lost in the tragedy on Davlos, the freighter crew that was destroyed, and the Romulans that were destroyed as a result of the battle (or were they?).

Two weeks to reach Starbase #71 and then two weeks of shore leave on the Starbase .. at least the crew will finally have a chance to relax, sit back, and kick up their feet without having to worry about what planetary zip code they'll be knocked into next.

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Huron in “Bits and Pieces”, Chapter One, “--Piece-- and Quiet,” Stardate 10709.08

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ACTION:  The Flight Control Officer's bird, WildWind, falls off his perch in the Flight Control Officer's quarters and does a nose dive onto the floor.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::In Torpedo control, working with the Tactical teams to repair and reconfigure the Launchers.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::In her office going over the latest reports with Martin.::

ACTION:  The Flight Control Officer receives a private comm on her console addressed for her eyes only, asking her to report to the shuttle bay.  The message is broken, and several parts of the message are missing.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Sitting in the legendary chair, thinking legendary thoughts.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Hands him the last of them and sits back.::  Martin:  So Ensign, planning anything interesting for your shore leave? ::Grins.::

EO Martin says:
CEO: Nothing special, Holly; just hoping to get in some reading time.  You know I haven't had a chance to go over the newest technical manuals yet.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
Martin:  Sheesh man, take the time and relax. You can read anytime.

ACTION:  The message for the Flight Control Officer appears to be from the Type 6 shuttle, and the message is marked with urgency.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  Okay, here we go again with the messages.  Now what?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
10100/00101: Yes, I want the programs to include the latest Intel updates.  If I didn't want it done right, I'd do it myself.  Don't make me have Bee help you.

EO Martin says:
CEO: Reading is my relaxation.  Not much time for that around here these days.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Helm Hotshot: I need you here for a few minutes I need a break.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Stands up, adjusts his shirt and cloak, and heads toward the ready room::

Helm Hotshot says: 
FCO: Be right there, T'Lar.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Stands up.::  Bynars: I'm making a sweep to check up on the other teams.  And this doesn't mean time for playing computer games!

Helm Hotshot says: 
::Gets his buns up and dresses, and goes flying out of his quarters into the turbo lift and up to the bridge in record time.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Duty Ops: I have to go to the... uh... library! I'll be right back.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles and takes back the report and signs off on it.:: Martin: You find relaxation in the strangest places I guess. Well, enjoy yourself then oh and don't forget to have that cute little science officer remember her bikini.

EO Martin says:
CEO: Excuse me, Commander? Science officer?

Helm Hotshot says: 
::Approaches the Flight Control Officer.::  FCO: I relieve you, T'Lar.

ACTION:  As the Captain approaches the ready room doors, the doors open partly and then stop briefly.  They then slowly open all the way to allow the Captain passageway into the ready room.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Helm Hotshot: I stand relieved.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
Martin: Well you didn't think you could keep her a secret did you? It's all over the ship.  ::Grins widely.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Gets up and heads for the turbo lift.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self: Why on earth do I always get the mess?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Steps into the lift.:: Computer: Shuttle bay.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self: I need some time to think so maybe a shuttle would do the trick and some music?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Starts moving to the area where the teams are working, making sure they are doing the stuff right and not feeling the "mission is over" drop off.::

EO Martin says:
::Blushes a bright pink color.:: CEO: Well......umm.. I guess.... ::regains his composure:: She's hot; I mean she's very intelligent and she likes to read too.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::The lift arrives and she steps out into the shuttle bay.::

ACTION:  When the Flight Control Officer arrives in the shuttle bay, the shuttle door to the Type 6 shuttle is locked and the keypad is blinking with the words “Enter Code Please.”

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  What the hell?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  Since when do I need an entry code?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Leans forward and reaches into her desk drawer.:: Martin: Here, take this and have some real fun.  ::Hands him a credit strip.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Begins to tap her voice ID in.::  Computer: Voice ID Gamma 5402 Alpha

ACTION:  The door to the shuttle opens up and allows the Flight Control Officer to enter.  The shuttle's flight console is blinking requesting authentication.

EO Martin says:
::Takes the strip and looks at it.:: CEO: This is very generous, Holly.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Makes his way to Sickbay to check on the Admiral's "nursemaids".::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
Martin: Generous yes, but let's just say a dear friend owes me a favor and it's his way of repaying it.  ::Smiles.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  What on earth is going on here.  
Computer: Recognize Voice ID T'Lar Sonri Bishara Flight Control Officer Code Ceti Gamma 5402Alpha.  ::Waits.::

ACTION:  As the Flight Control Officer enters her authentication code, the door to the shuttle closes allowing a more private viewing of the message.  The console is now asking for her to authenticate her Starfleet Intelligence code again for security purposes.

EO Martin says:
CEO:  Well thank your friend for me, Holly. This is too much. I really couldn't afford to take Patience to any fancy places on the base, but this will just make her day.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  Oh no.  Something is going on.  
Computer:  Recognize Voice Code Ceti Gamma 5402Alpha

ACTION:  As the Flight Control Officer authenticates her Starfleet Intelligence code, a stink bomb goes off in the shuttle.  The emergency access hatch is jammed.  As the smoke clears near the console, an urgent message for the Flight Control Officer from Starfleet Command is displayed across the screen.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Finished with his "library" business, and feeling much relieved, returns to the bridge and his legendary chair.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Gets up and pats Martin on the shoulder.:: Martin: Just have some fun.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Out loud: EEEWWWWWWW what the hell?  ::Waves some of the smoke.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self: Remind me to tell Holly to check the emergency hatch of this shuttle.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Satisfied with the arrangements in Sickbay, makes his way towards Engineering.::

General Montgomery/Starfleet Intelligence says:
@COM: Huron FCO:  Lieutenant Bishara, I presume.  ::Grinning.::  I see you got my message?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Nearly faints.::

EO Martin says:
CEO: I surely shall, Commander; and thanks again.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
General Montgomery: Yes, Sir.  I am here in the flesh so to speak.  How can I be of service?

General Montgomery/Starfleet Intelligence says:
@COM: Huron FCO:  I understand you have been attempting to access information regarding Intelligence data, Lieutenant Bishara.

General Montgomery/Starfleet Intelligence says:
@COM: Huron FCO:  You will discontinue any attempts to contact anyone in the Intelligence Unit as your attempts to contact could greatly jeopardize future missions.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
General Montgomery:  Understood, Sir.

General Montgomery/Starfleet Intelligence says:
@COM: Huron FCO:  Any attempts to gain access to this division will result in severe penalties.  Consider the little stink bomb a warning.  ::Pauses::  Oh, and by the way, you may want to move back.  This console and the message herein will self-destruct in 30 seconds.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Out loud:  Huh?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Out loud:  Oh no; not again. Let me outta here!!!

ACTION:  The console containing the message begins to spark and self-destruct, and the door to the Type 6 shuttle opens releasing the foul odor of the stink bomb into the shuttle bay.  Several helms crewmen run from the smell, coughing and choking at the odor.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Moves away from the console and out into the shuttle bay.::

Helmsman Nosey says: 
::Holds his nose as the Flight Control Officer exits the shuttle.::  FCO:  Everything okay in there, Ma'am?  What were you doing in there?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  Oh, this is so not so nice.  Remind me to....nah never mind probably lose my career for doing it.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Nosey: I am fine except for a little stink bomb that some one had decided to play a joke on me with.

Helmsman Nosey says:
FCO:  Wow!  I can see that.  Would you like me to get a maintenance crew ::choking from the smell:: down here to fix this?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Nosey: You’re going to have to repair that console in there.  It like blew itself up for some stupid reason.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles as Martin leaves the office and wonders what Roz will think when he gets the bill.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  Now I need a lemon shower to get this smell off.  Damn him!!!!

ACTION:  The stench from the stink bomb reaches the air ducts, and although it is starting to dissipate, the faint odor of it is smelled spreading throughout the ship.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Enters Engineering, looking for the Chief Engineering Officer.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Heads for her quarters and finds her companion bird on the floor.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks around at the rest of the bridge crew with their subtly crinkling noses.::  All:  Don't look at me!

ACTION:  WildWind lifts its little head up at the Flight Control Officer and lets out a low squawk.

OPS Duty Officer says:  
CO:  I know what you were doing in the library!  ::Holds her nose.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
*FCO*:  Bridge to Lieutenant Bishara.  Report to me immediately.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Stands in the doorway of her office and spots Icky.:: CTO: Commander, over here. ::Waves at him.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
WildWind: What in the name of all that is holy are you doing on the floor?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Smiles and walks over.::  CEO: Hi.  Any chance of you getting away for a lunch break?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
*CO*:  Now, Sir?  I need to take a shower and get this smell off me.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
*FCO*:  You can take a shower on your own time, Lieutenant.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
*CO*: You might not like the smell, Sir.  But I will be there in a minute.

ACTION:  WildWind lifts its little head and pushes the Flight Control Officer as if to say everything will be just fine, and to go back to work.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles as he gets closer.:: CTO: I sure can. Anything special in mind?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
*ALL*:  Senior Officers to the bridge.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO:  We can make it as special as we want.  Maybe...argh, guess not.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Hears the comm and wonders about the Captain's timing.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self: This is so embarrassing.  ::Heads out into the corridor and for a lift to the bridge.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: I guess that's us. Let's go.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO: Maybe it'll be quick.  ::Turns to head out.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Gets into the lift and sends it to the bridge.::

ACTION:  As the Turbolift doors close, several crewmen hold their nose as they step back away from the Flight Control Officer, trying to be polite.  One crewman starts to gag.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Walks with Icky but anxious to be alone with him.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self: Oh man this sucks.  I wish I were dead.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO: Any luck getting the ship patched back up?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Steps onto the bridge and quickly goes to her station and Hotshot looks at her and wrinkles his nose.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Helm Hotshot: I relieve you.

Helm Hotshot says:
FCO: I stand relieved.  T'Lar, you really need a shower.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO:  My crew has done the best they can, but she's going to need a little help from the base engineers as well.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO:  Sorry about that.  Didn't do a very good job of keeping the damage off during the run for...it.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Helm Hotshot:  Hotshot, just hang around a while.  Something tells me I may lose my shirt.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Wrinkles his nose.::  FCO:  Lieutenant, I believe I told you to report to me, not to your station.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Gets up and heads over to the Captain.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO: Yes, Sir. Sorry Sir, about the smell, Sir.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self:  What did I do now?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Leans over and kisses his cheek.:: CTO: Hardly your fault Icky. You aren't a telepath and know what's going to happen.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  What have you been crawling in?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Turns red in the face.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO: I know, but would make it easier.  ::Enters the Turbolift and requests Bridge.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO: Somebody’s idea of a joke, Sir.

ACTION:  The Turbolift the Chief Tactical Officer and Chief Engineering Officer are in is the same Turbolift the Flight Control Officer was in, and it kind of smells still.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Sniffs the air.:: CTO: You smell something?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: I hope you can think of some sort of appropriate retribution.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Wants to cry so bad but can't.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO: Smells like the alley where we found that Romulan agent pretending to be Klingon.

ACTION:  The Turbolift the Chief Tactical Officer and Chief Engineering Officer are in comes to a stop and opens to the bridge.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO: Yes, Sir.  I will work on it.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: I hope someone gets it aired out soon.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Steps out quickly and walks in.::  CO: Reporting as ordered, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks over to the Turbolift as the Chief Tactical Officer and Chief Engineering Officer enter.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Feels the heat of her red face and really wants to cry.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Steps onto the bridge and over to the Captain.:: CO: Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Can you do something about the air recycling filters?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Sniffs again and leans over to sniff the Captain.:: CO: I can try, Sir. ::Looks at Icky and smiles.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Gets up out of his chair, walks a few steps away, takes a deep breath and returns to face the Flight Control Officer.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Self: Oh no!  Here it comes.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: That's another smell Icky......it's the Captain.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Turns as she picks up another odor.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Lieutenant Junior Grade T'Lar Sonri Bishara.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Snaps to.:: CO: Yes, Sir!

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO: I don't think I want to ask.  Guess there's advantages to having less developed smell than other species.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Face turns bright red now.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Rolls her eyes as the smell seems to be stronger now near the Flight Control Officer.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Whispers to Icky.:: CTO: I think it's the both of them Icky...they stink.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  For your actions, and dedicated service to Starfleet Command, the USS Huron and her crew, I have been authorized to promote you, as of this date, to Lieutenant. ::Pulls a gold pip from one of his cloaks' pockets and trades it with the black one on her collar.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Stares in disbelief.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO:  Thank you, Sir.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO:  Permission to take a shower, Sir?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Stands back, color in his face starting to go all crazy.:: FCO: Congratulations Lieutenant.

OPS Duty Officer says:
To Self:  Yes, PLEASE let her take a shower!

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
FCO: Congratulations, Lieutenant.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Please do.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Moves closer to T'Lar and nods, refraining from shaking her hand.::  FCO: Congratulations Stinky....errrr Lieutenant.  ::Smiles and backs away........quickly.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: You're dismissed.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
All: Thank you all so much but the person that put that stink bomb in the shuttle is going to get it.  ::Goes racing from the bridge into the lift.::

OPS Duty Officer says:
Out loud:  They always blame it on a stink bomb.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Lets out a huge rush of air.::  CEO: Commander, get someone on those air recyclers.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Tears streaming from humiliation and anger all converge as she slips down to the floor of the lift and lets go the rage in tears.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles and nods to the Captain.::  CO: Right away, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  I'll recommend you for your own ship if you can just get rid of that smell.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CO:  We could just turn down the temperature, cold air does tend to make the smell a lot less noticeable.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Oh you'd like that wouldn't you?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Slips over to the engineering station.:: CO: I may just hold you to that, Sir. ::Grins.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CO: And no, I don't want to know why that comment is wrong from a Scientific point of view.  ::Grins.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: Fine do it. Do whatever it takes.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::When the lift stops on her deck she races for her quarters.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Calls engineering and gets a team working on the stink...er recyclers.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  As a fair warning, my recommendation might not hold as much weight as it may have.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks over at Icky.:: CTO: I think I've lost my appetite after this.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CEO: We could take one of the Turbolift shafts, lower the pressure in it and increase the pressure on the Bridge.  Basically vacuum clean the air and send it to, oh, one of the cargo bays?  Then clear the room and open it to vacuum?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO:  Excuse me Sir, but are you worried about this last mission?

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Enters it tearing the uniform from her body and throws it in the recycler and gets into the shower.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: I think my people have it under control, Commander.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Not really.  We did what had to be done.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
Out loud: Damn him.  I am going to get even with him soon.  Wait and see.  ::Crying as she spits out the words.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO: You sound a bit worried all the same, Captain. Is there anything I can do?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Shrugs.::  CEO: I'm sure they do.  Just thought it might...never mind.  You're right, they've got it covered.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Grins::  CEO: Just keep my ship together long enough to get us back to Starbase 71.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO:  Oh she'll get us home, Sir.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Doesn't like that grin on the Captain's face.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: That's all anyone can ask.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks over at the Chief Tactical Officer.::

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Finally gets the stink off and dries off and puts on a fresh uniform and her new gold pips.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
::Quietly.::  CO: The "thing" is gone, if it's as important as rumor has it, that's gotta be worth something.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO: Trust me Commander. It's worth everything.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks down at the report scrolling across her screen and gives the Captain a thumbs up.::  CO:  Should be clearing now, Sir.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Takes a big sniff.:: CEO: Much better.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
::Returns to the bridge and takes her station.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO/CTO: Any special plans for shore leave?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Much better, Lieutenant.  Welcome back.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO:  Perhaps, Sir.  ::Winks at Icky.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion_ says:
CO: Nothing set yet.  The last few days have been, well, hectic.  But there are some things we need to get wrapped up for lack of a better word.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Understood.

FCO_Lieutenant_Bishara says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Grins and says nothing.::

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