Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Eight, Episode Thirty-one (Mission #340)
“Bits and Pieces – Part Three”
Stardate 10709.22

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 

Absent:
Flight Control Officer	Lieutenant T’Lar Bishara		played by     	Lynda Anderson 

NPC’s:
Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008			played by   	Linda Baus
Starbase Security							played by   	Linda Baus Samantha								played by   	Linda Baus
Computer								played by   	Linda Baus
Shopkeeper								played by   	Linda Baus
Jessica								played by   	Pam Bruyere
Ugly Looking Klingon						played by   	Topper Loghry

Mission Prologue:  

Last time on the USS Huron …

The crew of the USS Huron docked with Starbase 71 and was granted shore leave, while the Admiral was turned over to Starbase Security.  Just when the crew thought they were going to enjoy a nice relaxing time on the station, the Chief Tactical Officer was met by a Security agent who informed him that the Admiral was never taken into custody by Starbase Security.

So where is Admiral Morgan?  Who took him, and why?

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Huron in “Bits and Pieces”, Chapter Three, “Off-the-record,” Stardate 10709.22

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Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Walking along with the Captain.::  CO: It seems that stations security could learn a few things from Icky, and now we got to clean up there mess.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Puts Jessica down as she waits for Icky to finish talking with the security people.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Standing with Starbase Security, trying to figure out what happened.::  *Tac Duty Officer*: Yes, I want them all sent to my PADD...NOW!  Don't make me bother the smart alecs.  You know if I do they'll make your shift a game of chasing down computer ghosts.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Madder than a wet ghrISnaH as he turns the corner to the primary docking.:: 
Base Security:  Just what in the name of Kahless is going on here? You lost Admiral Morgan?

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
::With several guards, he approaches the Captain, Executive Officer, and Chief Tactical Officer.::  CO/CTO/XO:   Captain Q'tor, and I take it this is your Chief Tactical Officer, Commander Ec'Thel'lon and Executive Officer, Commander Naug.  I am Agent 008 from Starfleet Intelligence.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
SFI:  What the heck is going on?  Can't you keep up with one prisoner?

Starbase Security says:
::Looks over the Starfleet Intelligence officer.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Holds Jessie's hand and moves away.:: Jessica: I think we are better to slip away now while these men talk.

Jessica says:
CEO: Aw, I want to watch them fight mommy, please?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
008:  And this means what to me?  My Chief Tactical Officer turned Admiral Morgan over to base security, so why is he being bothered now, because your people screwed up?

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO/CTO/XO:  I am here to notify you that we have taken Admiral Morgan into our custody.  ::Shows the Captain and Chief Tactical Officer his credentials.::

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  I assure you that this was necessary, Captain.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
SFI: If that is the case, then what does that have to do with us?
 
CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
Jessica: Jessie, that's not a nice thing to say about Starfleet officers. Besides I have to report to room 17 for a few minutes. Let's go.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
008: Why didn't you or your people identify yourselves, you... ::Stops short.::  I mean, you could have saved us a ton of trouble.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Growls.:: 008: Then why don't you explain this to base security and leave my people alone.  They've earned this shore leave, and I mean to see that they get it.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Makes a motion to Icky that she will see him a little later and heads off with Jessie in tow.::

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CTO:  It's an intelligence matter unfortunately, Commander.  We are not at liberty to say.  
CO:  Captain, if you will come with me, please.  I have some important information for you from Starfleet Command.

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
Starbase Security:  You are dismissed back to your duties.  If you check with your commanding officer, he will authenticate.  Dismissed .. ::Waves them off.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Heavy sigh and grumble.:: XO:  Take Commanders Ec'Thel'Ion and Sparks and head to the conference room.  I'll be there shortly.

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
::Heads into a private secure conference room with the Captain.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Does a check of where conference room 17 is located and gets into the turbolift.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
008: I don't think I even want to ask, then.  Even though you could have taken him and told us we weren't on the "need to know" list.  ::Looks for the Chief Engineering Officer, and notices she left already.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.  ::Turns to the Chief Tactical Officer and notices the Chief Engineering Officer already walking away.::  CTO: It would seem that we are not wanted here.  Let’s go.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
008: You know what I like even less than someone interrupting my crew’s shore leave?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
008: Someone interrupting mine!

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
::Waits for the Captain to enter and then closes and seals the door.::  CO:  You didn't let me guess, Captain.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Hollers out to the Chief Engineering Officer.::  CEO: Hold that Turbolift, Commander.

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  Starfleet Intelligence is conducting our own Inquiry with the Admiral in a more secure facility.  No information about this past mission is to be released to any individuals.  After the inquiry, all records of the incident will be sealed, and Admiral Morgan will return here to Starbase 71.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Holds the lift door.:: XO: Got it, Sir.

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  I'm sure you're guessing that's not the only reason why I called you here.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Rushes to the Turbo Lift, grumbling about bureaucratic stubbornness.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
008: Seeing as you've only explained the ridiculously obvious, yes, I am.

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  Starfleet is expecting a written report be submitted from you of the incident, but there will be no further inquiries into the matter here on the starbase.  There is one small item that I have been authorized to give you by Starfleet Command, Captain.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Rushes alongside the Chief Tactical Officer.::  CTO: I wonder what that was all about.

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  ::Hands the Captain a piece of paper rolled up with a ribbon on it, and a sealed box with a PADD.::

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  Considering the top-secret nature of your last mission, we are not able to formally recognize you and your crew's efforts.  Starfleet recognizes the importance of what you did to protect the citizens of the Federation, and they feel that you deserved a letter of appreciation.

Jessica says:
::Smiles as the Executive Officer and Chief Tactical Officer enter the turbolift.:: CTO: Can we have fun now, daddy? ::Grabs his hand.::

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  So on behalf of Starfleet Command, I would like to congratulate you and your crew.  There are additional instructions on the padd for you to carry out.  Congratulations on a successful mission, Captain.  ::Salutes him.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Looks like someone wanted to show they know how to be good spooks.  
Jessica: Soon.  Very soon.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Looks down at Jessica.::  Jessica: I don't believe we have met formally, little one.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Reluctantly returns the salute with a Klingon salute.:: 008: Extra shore leave would have been more appreciated, but I will see to it that they get these.

Samantha says: 
::Still in the Klingon establishment looking at all the ugly looking Klingons staring at her, wondering where everyone went to.::

Jessica says:
::Hides behind Holly.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
Jessica: It's okay, Jessie.  This is Commander Naug.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CTO: I'm sure the captain will make sure they know how we feel about it.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
Jessica:  I don't bite.  ::Grinning.::

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  I'll see what I can do about that, Captain.  You certainly deserve it.  And now .. you and your crew are free to go about shore leave, Captain.  Please make sure your report is submitted to Starfleet Intelligence before your departure.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO: Commander, this is Jessica, our new daughter.

Ugly Looking Klingon says: 
Other Ugly Looking Klingon:  Look at that hideously smooth head on that Humangnan woman.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: Yeah, he's our First Officer.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
008: Is that all?

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CEO:  I have heard about her.  I’ve been looking forward to finally meeting her.  ::Kneels down.::  Jessica:  Hello Jessica. ::Puts out his hand.::

Jessica says:
::Peeks out.::  XO:  First Officer?  Is that as special as my daddy and mommy?

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
CO:  Unless you'd like another bump on the forehead, I'm afraid so, Captain.  That's all I've been authorized to give you.  ::Grinning.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Laughs at her statement.::  Jessica: No one is as important as your dad and mom.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
008: Then I'll be getting back to my crew.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Turns to leave heading toward conference room 17.::

Jessica says:
::Seems a little braver now and reaches out her hand and smiles broadly.:: XO: You know my daddy, too?

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
Jessica: Oh yes, the bravest man I have ever known.  You should be proud of him.

Samantha says:
::Looks at the ugly looking Klingons and wonder if they bite.::

Starfleet Intelligence Special Agent 008 says:
::Shakes his head, and enters something on a PADD he is holding, hitting the send button, transmitting it on a secure, private channel.::

Jessica says:
::Grins even wider.:: XO: My daddy is going to be Captain someday because he's so brave.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::The Turbolift stops, the doors open, and he stands back up.::  All: looks like we have reached our stop.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
Jessica:  And I'm sure he'll make a fine Captain.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Steps out with Jessie.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO/ Jessica: Don't wish that on me!  I like being able to slip into the background when things get rough from the red tapers.  ::Follows the others out.::

Samantha says:
::Exits the Klingon establishment, deciding not to make too much of a fuss with the ugly ones in the Klingon establishment.  Decides to go shopping.::  Self:  Wonder how much this credit stick will buy me.

Jessica says:
::Tugs at Holly's arm.:: CEO: Mommy, I gotta go.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
Jessica: Where do you want to go?  Your mommy and daddy have a meeting to go to.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
Jessica: Now Jessie?

Jessica says:
::Starts dancing around.:: CEO: Ahuh!

Jessica says:
XO: I gotta go.  Now!

Samantha says:
::Enters a baby shop, and stops to look at the baby clothing.::  Self:  This is such a cute little outfit.  ::Holds up the little boy outfit that has a choo-choo on it.  Then rubs her stomach.::  T'vis:  Daddy will like this one.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Sees the room and steps up to it.  Looks at Jessica.::  Jessica: What is the matter?  Why you dancing around?

Samantha says:
Out loud:  And oh my God!  Look at these cute little baby booties!

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Sir, she means she needs to answer the call of nature.

Jessica says:
XO:  Can't tell you. Gotta go, you know..

Samantha says:
Out loud:  And this cute little stuffed Tribble!  
Storekeeper:  I want them all!  Please place the items on my credit stick!

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
Self: Call of nature?  
CTO: Oh I get it.  There should be a bathroom in the conference room.

Samantha says:
::Rubs her stomach.::  T'vis:  Daddy will really love that stuffed tribble.  That ugly looking Klingon in the shop told me that he would.

Jessica says:
::Looks up at the Chief Tactical Officer.:: CTO: Huh? Daddy, I have to go pee. Don't need to call nature.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Exits the Turbolift and heads to the conference room.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: Oh, there are plenty of words for it, but we'll find one fast.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Computer: Location of nearest restroom facilities?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles at Icky.:: CTO: You want to take her, dear?

Computer says: 
CTO:  Two doors down to the left.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CEO/CTO: One of you take her, and hurry back.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Reaches down to take her hand.::  CEO: Yup, be right back.  ::Takes her to the room.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Walks in the conference room.::  CEO:  Nice girl you have, Commander.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Arrives at the Conference room just as the Chief Tactical Officer leaves.::  XO:  Where is he going?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO:  Sorry Commander, but Jessie is becoming quite the daddy's girl.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CO:  Call of nature.  ::Laughs.::

Samantha says:
::Starts to look at the little girl outfits.::  Self:  Awhh, this one's adorable.  ::Holds up a cute little pink dress with white lace.  Then looks at a t-shirt that says "Daddy's little girl."  Rubs her stomach.::  Braylin:  What do you think, Braylin?  You think daddy will like it?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
XO:  This is a Starbase.  There's no nature here.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks for a seat.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Takes Jessica to the room the computer directed to and opens the door.::  Jessica: Here you go.

Jessica says:
CTO: You have to come too.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CO:  It's a human saying for relieving one’s self.  I don't understand either.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Yet another heavy sigh.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Walks around the table and takes a seat next to where the Captain sits.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: I can't; it's the little girl’s room.  I'll be right here at the door.

ACTION:  As Jessica enters the restroom, she sees it is a multi-gender bathroom, one room facility.

Jessica says:
::Tugs on Icky's sleeve.::  CTO:  I don't know this place.  Daddy, please come?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: Okay, I think this is a "come as you are" room anyway.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Wonders where Icky and Jessie have gotten too.::

Jessica says:
::Smiles slightly.::  CTO:  Oooooo I gotta go bad.

ACTION:  Jessica is now crossing her legs.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CEO: How long does it take a little girl to relieve herself?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Walks her in.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica:  Come on, it's okay in here.

Jessica says:
CTO: Okay daddy, you can close the door now. I'm okay.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Closes the door, waiting.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO: Sorry Commander, she's still getting used to the ship and things.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CEO:  I read the report on her.  You and Icky are lucky to have her, or shall I say she is lucky to have both of you.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO: Thank you, Sir.  We are truly grateful for the chance to be parents. I only hope we can do a good job.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CEO:  I'm sure you will.  Being a parent perhaps you can give pointers when it's my time, which will not be much longer.

Jessica says:
CTO: Daddy, are you still there?  ::Wiggles a bit and then stands up.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: Yup, I’m waiting for you here.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO: Congratulations, Sir. I'm sure you and Mrs. Naug will be wonderful parents too.

Samantha says:
::Looks around, and finds a baby mobile for her son with cute little boats on it.  Then finds one with teddy bears for her daughter.::  Shop keeper:  I'll take these too, please.

Jessica says:
::Whispers.:: CTO: Daddy, someone took all the paper. Can you find me some?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks at the chronometer::  CEO: Is Jessica alright?  Should we send a search party?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO: I'm sure she is, Captain. Just a little nervous I think.

ACTION:  On the wall above the sink, the Chief Tactical Officer spots an extra roll of paper.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Grabs the roll and hands it to her.::  Jessica: Here you go.

Jessica says:
CTO: Daddy, no peeking!  ::Grabs the paper and hides behind the door.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: I'm not peeking, I promise.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Thinks that this is what he has to look forward to with his kids.::

Jessica says:
::Finally opens the door and comes out.:: CTO: All done, daddy.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica: Okay, wash your hands so we can get back.

Samantha says:
::Looks around the shop.::  Shopkeeper:  Do you have any Klingon teething toys?   ::Walks with the shopkeeper to another end of the shop, and picks up a tribble teething ring.  Rubs her stomach.::  Braylin/T'vis:  We should probably get one of these for daddy too.

Jessica says:
::Scurries over to a lavatory sink and holds her hands under the faucet.:: CTO: This is fun.

ACTION:  As Jessica holds her hands under the sink, the water splashes up all over the Chief Tactical Officer.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica:  Glad to... Ach!  Captain's gonna love this.

Jessica says:
::Turns to see the wet Chief Tactical Officer.:: CTO: Oops, sorry.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CO:  Shall I call him to see if everything is okay?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Jessica:  Not a problem.  Finished?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
XO:  Maybe he was kidnapped.

Jessica says:
::Nods.::  CTO:  Ahuh.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Laughs.::  *CTO*:  Are you lost, Commander?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Takes her hand and leads her back to the Conference Room.::  CO/ XO: Sorry, Sirs.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Sees he is wet.::  CTO: Problem?  ::Pointing to his wet shirt.::

Jessica says:
::Runs over to Holly and jumps up on her lap.:: CEO: That was fun mommy. Daddy got all wet. ::Giggles.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO:  Don't ask; it's nothing.

Samantha says:
::Walks past a pair of pink bunny slippers (with ears) for herself, and places them on the counter too.::  Self:  Toir's going to just LOVE all this stuff!  I can't wait to show him!

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CO:  Everyone is here now, Captain.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Stands up.::  ALL:  Okay, now that we're all here.  This will be short and to the point.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Whispers to Jessie.:: Jessica: Quiet dear. The Captain is speaking.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  Our last mission is never to be spoken of to anyone at any time.  Basically, it never happened.

Samantha says:
::Also finds a nice red negligee and looks at the price, cringing.  Then sees it's on sale and smiles.  Takes it to the counter.::  Storekeeper:  What the heck.  I need something to take his mind off all these things I just bought.  ::Shrugs.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
::Nods at the Captain.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  With that in mind, Starfleet Command cannot officially recognize your efforts.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks at the Captain and then at Icky.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Isn't surprised at this, figuring he already knows more than he should.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  However, because your efforts have quite literally saved not only the Federation but the entire quadrant, and civilization as we know it.  As such Starfleet Command has authorized me to give each of you these letters of appreciation.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Begins handing everyone their particular letter.::

Shopkeeper says: 
Sam:  Might I suggest a baby rattle.  ::Hands her a Klingon pain stick rattler.::

Jessica says:
CEO: You got a letter? I hope it's an A mommy. I like A's.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL: Other than these and your more than well deserved shore leave, it's the best that Starfleet Command could do under the circumstances.

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
CO:  It's understandable, Captain.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  The only other thing I have to say is:  Go and enjoy your shore leave.  THAT is an order!

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Whispers to Jessie again.::  Jessica:  I like A's too, Jessie.

Samantha says:
Shopkeeper:  Great!  I'll take it.  And I better get out of here before I use up all of our credits.  A girl can go crazy in here.

Shopkeeper says: 
::Packages up the bargains.::  Sam:  Oh, here's a 20% off coupon for your next visit my dear.  ::Grins at her.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Rises.::  CEO/ Jessica: Who's ready for Ice Cream?

Host XO_Cmdr_Naug says:
Self: I hope Sam is doing alright.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Stands and walks over to Icky.:: CTO: So, what's next, Commander?

ACTION:  Naug gets a funny feeling that Sam is doing more than alright.

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