=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10502.27

Staring:
Richard Guerrera as XO Alexandra Horn
Jim Greenman as CMO Kymar Dremel
Karriaunna Scotti as CSO Harmony Singh
Sherilynne Floyhar as OPS Kehari Qui

SM Arlene McIntyre

Also Staring:
Arlene McIntyre as Admiral Rachel Xavier
Arlene McIntyre as Sven
Jim Greenman as Receptionist
Sherilynne Floyhar as Admiral Xenobia Royce
Sherilynne Floyhar as Doctor Aola

Absent:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Martijn Lemmen as CTO Alec Jarot
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

Episode 160: "The Loreridians, Part 7: The News Just Gets Worse And Worse": It's party time and the valiant crew of the Luna is now attending the reception for the Loreridians.  So far the Loreridians have annoyed almost everyone in the room - including the Admiral, who is about to tear out her hair.  Unfortunately, though, the Admiral has more bad news.  She wants to speak to the XO and the CSO  Meanwhile, Doctor Kymar has just arrived on Kessick where he is about to meet up with Doctor Aola.  Sven, the Admiral's ever efficient yeoman, is on his way to find the XO and CSO to bring them to the Admiral's office.
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CSO_Singh says:
:: In the reception hall, a look of serenity on her face, but underneath the surface, the desire to leave.::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Paces her office after the latest casualty reports.::
XO_Horn says:
:: At the reception wearing her dress uniform ::
Dr_Aola says:
@::On Kessick looking over the latest victim::
Host Sven says:
::Enters the reception hall.  Looks around for Cmdr Horn and Cmdr Singh.::
XO_Horn says:
:: Stands in a corner watching everybody ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::jumps down from the cockpit of his ship and lands on the floor, grinning childishly at his recklessness for not using the ladder. "You need to grow up, Dremel":: Self: Come on, have some fun. ::picks up his overnight bag and his medical kit, slinging both over his shoulder before heading towards the medical facility and this Doctor Aola::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Sits behind her desk and pulls the console towards her.::  COM: Adm Royce: Admiral Royce, please be there.  This is Adm Xavier.
OPS_Qui says:
:: Smiles politely as several Loreridians ask questions about her symbiont  She can only hope they don't want to disect her to see her symbiont ::
Host Sven says:
::Spots Cmdr Horn and walks over to her.::
CSO_Singh says:
:: Stays back near the wall where it is safe, though for a change, with others much shorter then she, people are a bit more aware and careful.::
XO_Horn says:
:: Sees a tall handsome guy approaching her, and begins to smile ::
Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier:  Royce here, Admiral Xavier.  What can I help you with Rachel?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: Xen, have you seen the latest...  I've got two dead on SB 917 and the USS Orbit the cadet training ship... 22 cadets dead... ::Shaking::
Dr_Aola says:
@::Running scans and wondering when this Dr. Kymar is arriving...::
Host Sven says:
::Smiles at the pretty lady.::  XO:  Are you by chance Cmdr Horn?
XO_Horn says:
Sven: Yes I am  :: Looks him up and down ::
CMO_Kymar says:
@::steps through the doors of the facility and heads for the reception desk, smiling at the young lady there:: Receptionist: Hello, my name is Doctor Kymar Dremel. I've got an appointment to see Doctor Aola?
Adm_Royce says:
#::Her expression calm, her voice betrays her::  COM: Xavier:  No... I haven't.  This is news to me
XO_Horn says:
Sven: And you are...?
Host Sven says:
XO:  I'm the Admiral's Yeoman, she would like to see yourself and Cmdr Singh as soon as possible.  She is positively chomping at the bit at the moment.
CSO_Singh says:
:: Glances over at the chronometer wondering how soon she can gracefully escape::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: It just came in.  22 cadets on the Orbit, all human - all dead  The USS Aragon found them.  The Doctor is stunned.  After Kessick, could Aola and Kymar go take a look?
XO_Horn says:
Sven: Oh...So you are here to escort me to the Admiral then. :: Says with disappointment in her voice ::
Receptionist says:
@::brings up the information on the computer and nods to the doctor:: CMO: Doctor Aola is currently in science lab six, just down the hall and to your right
CSO_Singh says:
:: Makes a mental note not to become an ambassador.::
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods he smiles again and heads off that way, wondering where he could leave his bags::
Host Sven says:
::Smiles::  XO:  Well Cmdr, I don't just play fetch for the Admiral.  I have many uses.  I could show you some after your meeting if you like?
Adm_Royce says:
#:: Takes a deep breath and nods ::   COM: Xavier: Of course, Rachel.  I'll advise Annie Aola.   :: Her face is grim as she receives a PADD and quickly looks at the information... ::
CSO_Singh says:
:: Gracefully dodges one of the delegates as she goes to find Savar, sure she could come up with something.  And once again admiring him for his patience.::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: I have my personal physician looking at the deaths here on the station.  Xen... We are being invaded and I don't know how we are going to stop this.  Maybe it's time for us to go to command?
CMO_Kymar says:
@::arrives outside bay six and drops his bags in one of the empty lockers, hoisting up his phaser belt and stepping through the doors:: Aola: Doctor Aola?
XO_Horn says:
Sven: I have a funny feeling that once I meet with the Admiral, I wont have time for 'fun'
XO_Horn says:
Sven: You better lead on, don't want to keep the Admiral waiting
Host Sven says:
::Leans in and whispers in her ear.::  XO:  There is always time for fun.  ::Tickles the plam of her hand.::
Host Sven says:
XO: Do you know where Cmdr Singh is?
Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier: Seems there are more causalities, Rachel.  I just received a report that a transport vessel was attacked.  All human crew... dead.    ::Looks at Rachel::   It could be time to go to the front lines, Rachel... it very well could be.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Looks up from the body ::  CMO: I'm Aola.  Are you Dr. Kymar?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Almost crumbles in her chair.::  COM: Royce: So it would seem.  Have you heard from the Vesuvius yet?
XO_Horn says:
Sven: I havn't seen CSO. I am sure she is around here somewhere though
CMO_Kymar says:
@::nods slowly and looks to the body on the table:: Aola: I am, yes. ::walks over and makes a slight bow before smiling and sticking out his hand:: It's a pleasure to meet you
Host Sven says:
::Stands up on the nearest table and looks around.::  CSO:  Cmdr Singh could you come here please!
Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier:  Nothing... I'm worried, Rachel.  Most of her crew are human
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: You think that they have been attacked?  Is there evidence of that?
CSO_Singh says:
:: Hearing her voice, looks in that direction to see a man calling her name  The sudden turning of the crew to her has her mortified.  She can feel a blush to her toes as she makes her way toward the man, defiantly not happy.::
XO_Horn says:
Self: I guess that is one way of doing it
CSO_Singh says:
:: Comes up to the table.::  Sven: There are things called commbadges... I can show you how to use one if you are not familiar with them.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Holds out her hand and shakes Kymar's ::   CMO: Nice to meet you.  Please call me Annie.  I wish this could be under better circumstances...   :: Wonders how much this doctor knows about what's going on ::
Host Sven says:
::Smiles his most charming smile.:: CSO:  Thank you Cmdr.  The Admiral would like to see you in her office if it's convenient for you and after that you may flog me.  ::Grins::
XO_Horn says:
::: Sees that the CSO is a little upset ::
CSO_Singh says:
Sven:  Lead on.
OPS_Qui says:
:: Takes a seat as many Loreridians surround her asking tons and tons of questions ::
Host Sven says:
::Takes a bow:: XO/CSO: Ladies...  ::Leads them out of the reception and the annoying Loreridians.::
XO_Horn says:
CSO: It could have been worse
CMO_Kymar says:
@CMO: I'm not sure what the circumstances are yet, Annie. And as we're on first name terms, you can call me Dremel.
XO_Horn says:
:: Follows Sven ::
CMO_Kymar says:
@::his eyes flick to the dead body with a slight frown on his face::
CSO_Singh says:
XO:  We are being taken to the admiral...  ::Follows Sven with a sigh.::
XO_Horn says:
CSO: Would you rather see the Admiral, or stay here with the annoying Loreridians?
Dr_Aola says:
@::Nods::  CMO: Dremel it is.   ::Looks at the body::   The circumstances involve many murders, Dremel.  The insides of victims are being taken...all internal organs, eyes, and their brain.  No discerning marks or wounds indicating surgery or trauma are on the victim.
CSO_Singh says:
XO: Do you have a coin?  :: Remembering the recent nightmares.::  I have a feeling we will wish to be back there.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Starts pacing her office.::
XO_Horn says:
CSO: You're being a bit paranoid
CMO_Kymar says:
@::nods slowly, noticing the lack of eyes in the cadaver and the slight limpness of the body as the organs have stopped giving their support:: Aola: I am aware, we've had victims such as you describe onboard the USS Luna.
Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier: No evidence as of yet... no debris found indicating she'd been attacked.  It's as if she simply vanished, Rachel
CSO_Singh says:
:: Turns to the first officer with a weak smile, something in her eyes.::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: Maybe we can hope it's a temporal loss and they will be back soon worrying about temporal investigations.
Host Sven says:
::Enters the TL and waits for his ladies::
Dr_Aola says:
@::Nods::  CMO: My boss, Admiral Royce, believes we could be seeing the start of an invasion... but until there are more...    :: Shrugs ::
CSO_Singh says:
:: Steps in and moves aside.::
Adm_Royce says:
#::Nods knowing Rachel is trying to be positive::  COM: Xavier: I hope so, Rachel... but my gut... and my symbiont tell me differently
XO_Horn says:
:: Looks at the CSO and notices something. Shrugs it off, but leaves an uneasy feeling in her stomach ::
XO_Horn says:
:: Follows everybody into the Lift ::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Takes a deep breath:: COM: Royce: I'll get back to you Xen... I'd like to talk to Admiral Sheridan... You know her?
Host Sven says:
Computer: Admiral Xavier's office..
CSO_Singh says:
:: Sighs::
CMO_Kymar says:
@Aola: An invasion? ::frowns a little more:: That's troubling news. So far it has appeared that the aliens have only selected certain people to have their organs removed...

ACTION:  The console beside Dr Kymar and Aola beeps.

Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier:  Only by reputation, Rachel.  Why do you need to speak to Admiral Sheridan?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: Not sure yet but the USS Orbit was in her jurisdiction.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::turns to the console and waits for Aola to check it, being the guest here::

ACTION;  The TL stops and opens up into OPS.  The Admiral's office is at the back.

Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier: Understood.  Get back to me when you have more, Rachel.  Until then, if I find out anything more... I'll keep you apprised.
CSO_Singh says:
:: Follows Sven and the first officer out.::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: Understood.
XO_Horn says:
:: Follows Sven ::
Host Sven says:
XO/CSO:  Ma'ams, the Admiral's office is on the left.  I'll leave you now but if you need anything I'm at your disposal.
CSO_Singh says:
:: Nods and continues on.::
Adm_Royce says:
#COM: Xavier: Let's hope we can find out information soon, Rachel.  We need to stop this soon...before it goes further.
XO_Horn says:
: Takes a deep breath :: CSO: Well, I suppose we should go on in
CSO_Singh says:
:: Pauses at the door.::  XO:  First officers first.  :: Smiles.::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
COM: Royce: I've got company coming Xen.  I'll get back to you.  Xavier out
XO_Horn says:
:: Heads towards the office ::
XO_Horn says:
CSO: Gee, thanks :: Smiles ::
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Looks up at Dremel ::   CMO: Can you get that?
CSO_Singh says:
XO:  You are welcome ma'am.
XO_Horn says:
:: Approaches the door and hits the door chime ::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: Enter
Adm_Royce says:
#::Opens a secure channel to Aola::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Still pacing her office.  This time with coffee.::
XO_Horn says:
:: Enters the Office ::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: Ahhh Commanders, thank you for coming so quickly.
CSO_Singh says:
:: Follows in, a half step behind.::
XO_Horn says:
ADM: XO Horn and CSO Singh reporting as ordered ma'am
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO/CSO: May I get you two something to drink?  ::Heads for the replicator.::
Dr_Aola says:
@::Finishes her exam and moves to where the CMO is ::
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  No thank you.
XO_Horn says:
Adm: No thanks
CMO_Kymar says:
@::nods and walks over to the console, checking what the beeping may be::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Stops walking and nods:: XO/CSO: Ok then please take a seat.  I think today we will use the sectional couch.  Yes.  We will be more comfortable there.  ::Not much shakes up the Admiral considering her background but this does.  She is visibly shaking.::
CSO_Singh says:
:: Takes one of the indicated seats.::
XO_Horn says:
:: Takes the offered seat ::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Takes a seat and sits back crossing her legs.  Coffee still in hand but forgotten about.::
CSO_Singh says:
:: An observer, notes the Admirals body language as she quietly listens.::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO/CSO:  I need you two to find Savar as soon as possible.  It's is urgent  You may know that I've sent Kymar on assignment.  He is on Kessick investigating another murder.  Same as MacDonald and the Loreridian Ambassador.
CMO_Kymar says:
@Aola: Its a message for Admiral Royce for you, should I play it?
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Comes to stand next to Dremel ::   CMO: Please
CSO_Singh says:
:: Nods::
XO_Horn says:
:: Listens intently and waits for the Admiral to finish before saying anything ::
CMO_Kymar says:
@::hits the playback option::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO/CSO:  I have also received word that a ship of cadets on the USS Orbit have been murdered along with a freighter.  All Human.  To top it off there has been a murder where Admiral Royce commands and the USS Vesuvius has disappeared.
XO_Horn says:
ADM: The Ves disappeared?!?
XO_Horn says:
Adm: Where? When? How?
CSO_Singh says:
:: Quietly::  Adm:  What was the MO of their deaths?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: Yes Cmdr.  ::Dawns on her.::  Ahhh yes, you served on her.  ::Takes a breath::  A few days ago.  There is no debris no indication of what happened.

ACTION: The message is played for both doctors...they are being sent to the USS Orbit to investigate the death of cadets on that vessel.

Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO:  Same as the others.  Organs gone, along with eyes and brain.  No indication of how they were removed.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Looks at Dremel::  CMO: No rest for the wicked...
XO_Horn says:
:: Takes a deep breath and tries to get focused again ::
XO_Horn says:
Adm: Was she on assignment?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: Admiral Royce is worried because most of her crew is human.  ::Has a look of sympathy on her face.::  I don't have that information at this time Alex.  I'm sorry.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::sighs slightly:: Aola: No rest at all... I guess we're investigators now, brilliant
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  You read our original report of them?
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Looks at the CMO ::   CMO: Ever done any detailed investigations, Commander?
XO_Horn says:
Adm: I am sorry, maybe I should re-phrase. Did her assignment have anything to do with the dead people?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO: Yes I have and now we got bodies popping up all over the Federation. ::Closes her eyes for a moment.::  I'm afraid this maybe a prelude to an invasion.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: As far as I know, no.  From what Admiral Royce says they were investigating strange warp signatures.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::smiles over at the woman:: Aola: I'm a doctor, it's part of the job...
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  I am curious why they basically left the Luna alone, other then one crew member.  Yet they also left us with a warning.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO: Maybe the Luna was the first ship encountered?  They were testing you out?
XO_Horn says:
:: Sits back and becomes very quiet ::
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Grins at the Bajoran ::   CMO: Done too many of them, then?    :: Begins to walk out the lab ::
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  They told us we had what they needed... that they would be back.  I am not sure if that was the Luna per say or Starfleet in general.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::follows, grabbing his stuff from the locker he dropped it in as he passes:: Aola: Not too many, just... difficult...
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO: I think every human at this point is in jeopardy.  I wish I could answer your questions Cmdr but you know as much as I do now.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: Alex you are quiet.  What is on your mind?
XO_Horn says:
Adm: I am sorry. I had friends on that ship. The news hit me harder than I thought.
Dr_Aola says:
@CMO: Perhaps that's why Admiral Royce and Admiral Xavier paired us up...    :: Strips the gloves from her hands and disposes them in the canister by the door.  :: Looks over at the CMO ::    Seen many of these?
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  What do you want with us?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: I understand Alex.  ::Sighs::  I just wish I can have positive news for you.
XO_Horn says:
Adm: But, for our present situation, the way I see it is this: Either they are taking people at random, or they are selecting people by a criteria
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO: I want the Luna to take the lead.  First of all, find out what happened to the Vesuvius.
CMO_Kymar says:
@Aola: The bodies? Just two, a crewman and an ambassador... how many have you had pass through here?
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  Do we have any further information then what we currently have on these intruders?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO:  I'm afraid not.
Dr_Aola says:
@CMO: One on Oberon Station... but Xen... I mean, Admiral Royce is keeping me updated with reports as they come in.  Xen and I have known each other for a very long time.  I trust her explicitly.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO: But what is that criteria and how selective is it?
XO_Horn says:
Adm: I believe that we should work on the assumption that they are picking the people for a reason. This would give us an avenue to start with. Have all the people died have the same medical condition? Are all the same age?
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  So... we have nothing to help us out as of yet.  When did the Vesuvius disappear and what was last heard from her?
CMO_Kymar says:
@::looks to the doctor for a moment before speaking:: Aola: I haven't had much contact with the Admiral, so I cannot judge
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Sits back and thinks.::  XO: That is a good question.  One that should be posed to Drs Kymar and Aola who will be the lead medical investigators in this.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO:  A couple days ago as far as the Admiral can tell me.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Nods at the Bajoran beside her ::  CMO: I understand.  I don't know her personally...only by reputation, myself... Xavier that is.
CSO_Singh says:
Adm: If she can forward anything she has, we will get right on to it.  :: A twinkle in her eyes.::  You will be alright with the delegates admiral?
CMO_Kymar says:
@Aola: Really? I'm sorry, it seemed as if you knew her personally.
XO_Horn says:
:: Begins to think of a plan for finding the Ves ::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Pales at the thought of dealing with the delegates.::  CSO:  I think that I will assign Sven to them - he seems to have a way with people.
Dr_Aola says:
@CMO: I've read some brilliant papers she's written.  She a biogenetist you know....
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  We are only recently met, but I think that is a good idea.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Pauses ::   CMO: Your shuttle or mine?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Raises her eyebrows.::  CSO:  Was there a problem with that meeting Cmdr?
CMO_Kymar says:
@ Aola: Mine will barely fit me inside it, so let's take yours.
CSO_Singh says:
:: Raises an eyebrow very much in imitation of her captain:: Adm:  I was simply agreeing with you.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::"A Biogenetist? Wow, very... different, for an Admiral. Don't you think so, Brother?":: Self: very strange...
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Nods::   CMO: My shuttle is this way...   :: Turns down a corridor ::     So... any thoughts about what's going on with all the dead humans?
CMO_Kymar says:
@Aola: My theory? Harvesting, for something. The aliens that appeared when the first victim was found... they said "You have what we require, we will return" or something close to it...
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Looks at the CMO in shock ::  CMO: GREAT!  Harvesters!  Do you know if there are other species involved in this "harvesting" or are they just taking humans?
XO_Horn says:
Adm: If we are going to be assigned to find the Vesuvius, we need access to her mission logs, mission brief, her last co-ordinates and all other information pertinent.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
::Nods:: CSO: I'm sorry.  It's been a trying few days.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
XO:  I will get that for you as soon as I speak to Admiral Royce again.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::nods back slowly before thinking for a quick moment::  Aola: They've taken other species, not just humans...
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Nods at the CMO then stops before the shuttle bay doors ::  CMO: Here we are...  :: Goes through the doors and steps to one side a moment ::
CSO_Singh says:
:: Frowns as a thought comes to her.::  Adm:  No Vulcans or Andorians have been taken, have they?
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO:  Yes an Andorian was taken and another species which I can't think of at the moment.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::steps through the doors along with the Doctor, looking up at the shuttle:: Aola: Nice ship you have...How far is the USS Orbit from here?
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  How many Andorians?
XO_Horn says:
:: Sits back and listens ::
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO: Autant que je sache... une.
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO: Sorry, just the one as far as I now.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Looks at the CMO ::   CMO: Not sure...I hope to have that information shortly.  For now, we can prepare for take off
CSO_Singh says:
:: Nods and looks over at her first officer.::  XO:  I do not believe they like copper or cobalt in their blood.
XO_Horn says:
:: Nods at the CSO's comment ::
CMO_Kymar says:
@::nods again and smiles before walking over and pressing the hatch release:: Aola: After you, Annie
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  If that is true, those races may go further in such an investigation
Dr_Aola says:
@CMO: Go on in... I need to check in with the flight deck officer.    :: Smiles at the Bajoran ::   Make yourself at home!
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO:  That maybe true but until we know for sure I'm not hiding all the humans underground like scared rabbits.
CMO_Kymar says:
@::gives her a small grin before nodding and walking inside, quickly finding his bunk and dropping his bags on it and moving to the flight deck::
CSO_Singh says:
Adm:  No ma'am, but that may be something we can work with, while at the moment, we have so little.
Dr_Aola says:
@:: Walks to the flight deck officer and speaks with him quickly
Host ADM_Xavier says:
CSO:  You are correct.  Please proceed with that assumption.
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