Host ASM_Brian says:
Prelude: Last time on ACTD Kootenai Station…

The crew has been relaxing and enjoying themselves of Pentax 4 with some much needed R&R. Unfortunately it now time to return home. The crew has returned to the San Carlo and is preparing to leave orbit.

Cast of Characters

Pablo Delsoglio as ACO Commander Satok Marek
Gary Cole as CMO Commander Sovok
Kytra Seliquini as CTO Lieutenant Commander Bao’tzhu Shengming Rr’Vellan
Steve Seliquini as AXO Lieutenant Commander Rick Spicer
Juanita Wilson as CNS Lieutenant Commander Alana Torez
Mason Stevenson as CSO Commander William Hall

Guest Appearance
SM-Darlene Wise as TO Bailey
ASM-Brian Wachendorf as Captain Master

Host ASM_Brian says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Paces around the Bridge supervising the preparing to departure procedures::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Lumbers out of the turbolift and takes his station at tactical::

CNS_Alana says:
::In her quarters unpacking her gear, counting her bags, because she thinks she forgot something...::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Looks up at Bailey:: TO: Have fun?

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Notices TO Bailey entering the Bridge:: TO: Lieutenant. ::Nods::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Nods:: CTO: Yes, I did and you, Commander?

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
TO: Wish it were longerrr, Bailey. Always wish it were longerrr.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Nods in agreement with the CTO then turns his attention to his console::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO:, Sir, everyone is aboard and we are ready for departure.

CSO_Hall says:
::Exits his quarters and reports to the Bridge::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Looks at his console:: ACO: Sir, Incoming priority message.

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: Understood, Commander.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Looks at the CTO:: CTO: Tactical systems are ready for launch, Commander.  ::Grins at the new rank::

CSO_Hall says:
::Exits the turbolift and looks around.  He walks over to the ACO::  ACO: Commander William Hall reporting for duty, Sir.  ::At attention::

Host ACO_Marek says:
CSO: Very well, Mr. Hall...take your station, please.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods:: TO: Thank you Bailey. ACO: We'rrre rrready forrr launch, Sirrr. ::Notices the new officer on the Bridge::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO:, Sir, it is a text message only. You are asked to and I quote, "Prepare to receive personnel".

CSO_Hall says:
::Nods::  ACO: Aye, Sir.  ::Turns and walks to his console taking his seat.  He begins to familiarize himself with the console::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Looks up at the new crewmember and seems to recall his face from somewhere.  Walks over to the new Commander:: CSO: Excuse me, Commander...but didn't we serve together on the USS Elara, Sir?

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: May I know the sender? ::Raises an eyebrow:: Never mind, send it to my console.. ::Taps on it::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO: Hold on, Sir..... I'm receiving another message..... ::Looks at his console:: a request for permission to beam aboard.

CSO_Hall says:
::Looks at the TO::  Bailey right?  ::Smiles::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Watches Bailey talk to the new officer::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Nods and salutes:: CSO: Correct, Commander.  It is good to see you again and even better to serve with you again, Sir.

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO: Should I grant them permission, Sir?

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: Granted - -

CSO_Hall says:
TO: It is good to see you again as well and a pleasure to serve with you again.  ::Smiles::

Host ACO_Marek says:
CTO: Assign a security team to escort our "visitors".

CNS_Alana says:
::Leaves her quarters and heads to the Bridge::

Host TO_Bailey says:
CSO: By the way, Admiral Valar Mitchell is our Sector Commander.  She will probably be at the station when we return.

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO: Aye. ::Responds to the message with "Captain grants permission to beam aboard" and gives coordinates::

Host ACO_Marek says:
ACO: Strange situation...

Host ASM_Kerst says:
Action: The familiar whirring sound accompanies the appearance of a man on the Bridge. He is dressed in a Starfleet uniform, and bears the rank insignia of Captain

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: Captain Kerst?

CSO_Hall says:
TO: I look forward to seeing her again, it’s been a long time.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Nods and looks on as a Starfleet officer appears on the Bridge::

CSO_Hall says:
::Sees the man appear on the Bridge.::

CNS_Alana says:
::Arrives on the Bridge and takes her station::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Watches the stranger on the Bridge::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain Master: No, I'm Commander Marek, Sir.

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: Oh, umm…I was told Captain Kerst was the commanding Officer of the San Carlo.  May I see him?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Nods to the CSO:: CSO: Well, I should get back to my station.  It was good talking with you again, Sir.  ::Turns and lumbers back to his station...all the while keeping his eye on the visitor::

CSO_Hall says:
TO: Likewise.  ::Turns back to his station and checks some sensor information::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain. Master: Unfortunately, Captain Kerst is at Kootenai Station, Sir. I'm the ship's ACO. May I know the reason of your presence aboard the San Carlo, Sir?

AXO_Spicer says:
::Watches CO Master and looks to follow ACO's lead::

CNS_Alana says:
::Watches as the two Commanders talk::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain. Master: And this is Lieutenant. Commander. Spicer, the ship's AXO.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Stands at his station and drums his claws on the console::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Stands and nods to the CO:: Master:, Sir.

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: Oh, well I guess you'll have to do. ::Straightens up and pulls a PADD out from under his arm:: By order of Starfleet command The San Carlo and its crew are to be placed at my disposal for the duration of my current mission. ::Hands the PADD to Marek::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Grins at Bailey and drums her claws on the console as well::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Looks at ACO then to the CO then back to the ACO::

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Doesn't like the tone of Master's voice:: Captain. Master: Sir? ::Grabs the PADD::

CNS_Alana says:
::Looks on , straining from her position to look at the PADD being passed to ACO Marek::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
Self: He's gotta be kidding.

CSO_Hall says:
::Turns to look at Captain Masters and Commander Marek::

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Checks the information on the PADD:: Master: Everything seems to be right, Captain.  ::Nods::  May I know the nature of the mission?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Thinks: What does SF Command think we are....mercenaries for hire?::

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: I know this comes as a surprise, but secrecy is a priority in this matter.

Host ACO_Marek says:
Master: I understand ::Glances at the AXO:: Maybe we can discuss it in private? I mean I'm responsible for the crew, after all, Captain.

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: Not at this time, please break orbit and set course for the Nexar cluster. Also please observe silent running conditions. no outgoing transmissions of any kind.

Host ACO_Marek says:
Master: Very well, Sir.

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: You heard the Captain, Commander. Please see that the ship departures immediately.

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: I know this is unusual, but all will be made clearer.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Growls under her breath:: TO: I don't like the looks of this. ::Whispers::

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Turns again to Masters:: Master: I really hope so, Captain. I really hope so ::Raises an eyebrow::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Can't believe the ACO is going along with this without confirmation from SF Command.  Shakes his big furry head::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO: Aye, Sir. ::Looks dubiously at CO Master then turns and sits at OPS and preps the ship for departure::

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: Once we're under way, if you'll assemble your senior staff, I disclose what I can of my mission.

Host ACO_Marek says:
Master: Very well, Sir.

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO: Ready for departure, Sir.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Turns to AXO and whispers:: ACO: Get everything you can about this Captain...

CNS_Alana says:
::Keeping a listening ear on the conversation , without trying to be noticed, that she is listening::

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: Very well. Engage!

AXO_Spicer says:
::Slight nod to the ACO then begins to look up SF records on Captain Master::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Head jerks back slightly as the San Carlo takes off.  Checks the inertial dampener systems and makes a slight adjustment::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO: Aye, Sir. ::Orders the FCO to make way::

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Notices Bailey's head going back:: TO: Anything wrong with your neck, Lieutenant. ? ::Smiles::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO:, Sir, may I see you in your Ready Room?

CSO_Hall says:
::Begins scans of the surrounding space::

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Whispers to the CNS:: CNS: If you sense anything strange let me know immediately

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Leans on his console and taps his claws on the surface wondering what this is all about:: CTO: Negative, Commander.  ::Grins::

Host ACO_Marek says:
CTO: I want passive scans every two minutes.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
ACO: You got it, Commanderrr.

CNS_Alana says:
::Nods slightly, in response to ACO::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Heads into the ACO's Ready Room::

Host ACO_Marek says:
CSO: Besides your normal routine, Commander., I would like you to perform a level 4 scan on the subspace particle composition. According to the last events in this sector, we better be ready to face any surprise.

Host ACO_Marek says:
Master: If you excuse me , Sir ::Heads to  his  Ready Room::

CSO_Hall says:
ACO: Understood, Sir.  Beginning a level four scan now.  I will let you know of any unusual findings.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Enters his Ready Room:: AXO: MR. Spicer?

Host Captain_Master says:
::Watches the CO leave, assumes his seat in the Captain's chair::

AXO_Spicer says:
ACO:, Sir, the only thing that I could find out about Captain Master is that he is currently assigned to SFI. The rest of his records are sealed.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Watches CO Master suspiciously::

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: So he is SFI guy... Personally I don't like this people... Anyway, his orders seemed to be right. There is not much to do for us right now, but to follow his orders.

CSO_Hall says:
::While his level four scan is in progress, he brings up all the scientific information on this area of space to familiarize himself with it::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Leans down and whispers to the CTO:: CTO: What do you suppose this is all about, Commander?

Host Captain_Master says:
-------------------------------Time warp 30 minutes-------------------------------------

Host Captain_Master says:
Action: The senior staff is assembled in the Briefing Room and Captain Master is at the head of the table.

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain Master: Sir, the whole staff is assembled.

CNS_Alana says:
::Sitting in briefing room prepared to hear the surprise that is coming::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: Thank you, I know you have many question, I'll answer what I can. How many of you have heard of the Orion Syndicate?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Sitting at the conference table waiting for some kind of explanation of what this is all about::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Waiting for the bombshell to hit::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Leans back in her chair, her paws resting on the table::

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: Master: The Orion Syndicate???

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Doesn't like the sound of those words at all::

CSO_Hall says:
::Self:  the Syndicate::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Knows that the Orion Syndicate has been used by Starfleet Intelligence on several occasions::

CNS_Alana says:
::Thinking if she has total recall::

CSO_Hall says:
::Nods in response::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Thinks: Orions?  Those green people?::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain Master: Is there any indication of their activity in this sector, Sir?

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Hears the Orion Syndicate and grins, thinking she can finally bust some heads::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: Yes, the Orion Syndicate.  Prior to the War they kept their worst activities to places outside of Federation space.  During the war the Dominion tried to get them to take a more active stance inside Federation space.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::His face adopts a worried expression::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: Since the end of the war, the syndicate has been flexing it muscle so to say. Several systems are under outright control by the syndicate. And their activity with Federation space as increased also.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Rests his paws on the table and listens to the stranger::

CNS_Alana says:
Captain Master: They were rather ruthless group, aren't they?

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Thunks one paw in another as she daydreams about busting heads::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: The syndicate operates on a cell based system, most members know only their immediate contacts, that way if one is captured the damage to the organization is minimal

AXO_Spicer says:
::Notices that Bao is a little "stressed"::

CSO_Hall says:
::Listens to the conversation but keeps a straight face::

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: I want you to prepare a full report on the Orion Syndicate based on all information that we have in our database.

AXO_Spicer says:
::Nods:: ACO: Yes, Sir.

Host Captain_Master says:
::Motions for no questions:: ALL: However, the top layers of the organization appear to know the entire layout of key personnel. Up until recently however we've had no idea who those people were.

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain Master: And now we do, right? ::Raises an eyebrow::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Wishes this guy would get to the meat of the situation.  Shifts his weight in his chair::

CNS_Alana says:
::Wonders when he will get to the point where he says" ...and some of them are in key positions in Starfleet...::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: We've started to notice rifts or possible factions with in the syndicate at odds with each other. We believe a power struggle may be under way within the organization, one that has presented us with a golden opportunity.  A personal aide to one of those top-level persons is willing to divulge all he knows to Starfleet for our protection.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Perks up a bit...well, as much as a grizzly bear can perk.  Thinks: Okay, now we're gettin' to the meat of the situation::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: I can't tell you how important his information could be to shutting down the syndicate, or at least hurting them severely. I also need to stress the importance of secrecy in this matter.

CNS_Alana says:
::Wonders if they will have to be a group of interrogators once again::

AXO_Spicer says:
::Is surprised by the amount of information CO Master actually revealed to the staff::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: Questions so far?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Raises his paw::

Host Captain_Master says:
TO: Yes?

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Trying to decide the best method of busting heads::

Host TO_Bailey says:
Captain Master: What is it you want us to do, exactly, Sir?

CSO_Hall says:
::Shakes his head from side to side as if troubled by all of this::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Thinks in "black and white" as every good bear does::

Host Captain_Master says:
ALL: We're to secretly meet with a freighter carry this person and transport him onboard. We will then head back to Kootenai station. En route there, My self and this person will beam aboard another star fleet vessel we will meet en route.

CNS_Alana says:
Captain Master: So we are just to play decoy?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Furrows his brows and becomes suspicious::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Master: I only hope you know what you are doing, Captain. This people, the Orion Syndicate, are not precisely reasonable people.

Host Captain_Master says:
CNS: No, we go get him and then transport him and me to another vessel.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Perks her ears and thinks if she hears the word 'secrecy' one more time, she's going to hurt someone::

AXO_Spicer says:
Captain Master/ACO: So we are to be the "mule"?

CNS_Alana says:
Captain Master: We are still decoys!

Host Captain_Master says:
AXO: Yes, you could say that.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Thinks: I don't like this....I don't like this one bit::

Host ACO_Marek says:
AXO: I'm afraid we are, Mr. Spicer.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Raises his paw::

Host Captain_Master says:
TO: Yes?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Turns to the ACO:: ACO:, Sir, forgive me for saying this but....this whole thing sounds fishy to me.  I mean, why would SF send us on a pick up and drop off mission?  It doesn't make any sense, Sir.

CSO_Hall says:
::Waits for Bailey to finish::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Cocks his big furry head to one side::

CNS_Alana says:
::Looks at ACO, squints slightly::

Host ACO_Marek says:
TO: I must agree with you that this is quite unusual procedure, Lieutenant. However, as Starfleet officer, our main duty is to follow our superior orders, I am afraid.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Nods and slumps in his chair::

CSO_Hall says:
::Raises his hand::

Host Captain_Master says:
TO/ALL: They sent you because you ship's records will officially indicate that you simple transported me from Pentax 4 to another ship. Keeping our real mission carefully hid. This is just a pick up mission. The man is willing coming over to our side. It's not like we're going in and grabbing him out of his home.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Makes a gesture to the TO like saying "you are right"::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Master: Starfleet intelligence missions never turn out to be simple pick up missions, Sir.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Listens and slumps in her chair, disappointed about the lack of head-busting::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Thinks: Humph!  We're turning into a taxi service::

Host Captain_Master says:
::Ignores the ACO's remark:: CSO: Yes?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Swivels his chair sideways::

CSO_Hall says:
ALL: I have no problems with following orders but I do know the Orion Syndicate.  Chances are they have either set this up or they know of the defector.  I would suggest we take extra procedures to safeguard the ship and our passenger.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Shrugs as Master ignores his remark::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Listens closely to Commander Hall and nods in agreement::

Host Captain_Master says:
CSO: That's why they sent a Defiant class ship, small enough to not attract attention, but powerful enough to handle herself.

Host ACO_Marek says:
CSO: I agree with you, Commander.  ::Ignores last remark form Master:: I think Commander Bao will take care of that.

CSO_Hall says:
Captain Masters: Understood, Sir and I am in agreement.  I am just noting that there is a chance the Syndicate already knows of the defector.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Nods to the CTO::

CSO_Hall says:
::Nods to ACO Marek::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Perks her ears and nods at the ACO and CO::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Thinks this whole thing stinks and that they are walking into some kind of trap::

Host Captain_Master says:
CSO: We have consider it, And I wouldn't be surprised if they didn't know by this time. We hope we'll reach him first.

CSO_Hall says:
Masters: I agree with you, Sir.  ::Nods::

Host ACO_Marek says:
Captain Master: Where are we supposed to meet with this person??

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Runs his paws over his big furry head::

CNS_Alana says:
::Leans in toward ACO::

Host Captain_Master says:
ACO: After this meeting please change our course for the Dunalb system. We'll meet the freighter there.

CSO_Hall says:
::Leans back in his chair::

AXO_Spicer says:
Master: Is the ship we are meeting a Starfleet vessel?

CNS_Alana says:
::Whispers:: ACO: Sir, I don't like this.  It just doesn’t feel right.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Notices the CSO::

Host Captain_Master says:
AXO: No.

Host ACO_Marek says:
::Whispers:: CNS: Me either.

Host Captain_Master says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Pause Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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