=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10701.07

Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Karriaunna Scotti as XO Harmony Singh
Heike Daemmig as FCO Shania
Steve Gelhorn as CMO Lennier McDonald
Christopher Nickel as MO Richard Lynch
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

Ship Manager Peter Saunders

Also Staring:
Peter Saunders as Gul Cea
Peter Saunders as Tiercel
Karriaunna Scotti as Science Officer Lieutenant Silver

Absent:
Claudio Gouveia as OPS Nanadial Mussambe
Richard Pickett as CEO Richard McGregor

Episode 228 “Through A Child's Eyes, Part 1”: The USS Luna is on route to the Seetnar system, located inside Cardassian Territory, in an effort to locate the people  responsible for kidnapping the ships Executive Officer.  However with nothing but a sensor recording to go on, the investigation is not going to be easy.
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MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::in Sickbay wondering if he'll get the chance to speak to Emsil while in Cardassian space::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: sits in his office looking over daily reports ::
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Slowly the cold of the area seeps into the back of her mind, pulling her back into a reality which she did not want to return to.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
::at helm:: CO: We are 15 minutes away from the Seetnar System. Nothing unusual on sensors so far.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: At science, going through readings again for the umpteenth time with no results.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Looks from his center chair ::  FCO: Understood.
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: curling her hands into fits, the nails digging into the palms of her hand, she forces her eyes to open and take stock of the area around her.::
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::stands and approaches the CMO's Office and taps lightly on the door frame::

@ACTION: The XO is in perhaps the most unexpected surroundings.  She appears to be in someone’s living room, there is a tray containing some fruit and drink in front of her

CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: looks up ::  MO: Rich come on in.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::steps into the office::  CMO: Commander...  do you think we'll find her in Cardassian Space?  If so, do you think the Cardassian Government will be behind it in any way?
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Expecting the coldness of another cell, never knowing if there would be someone there with her, she is surprised to see drink and food.  Slowly she sits up.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
::checks sensor readings:: CO: Here we are, dropping out of warp, hold on to something. ::slams on the brakes::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
MO: I'm not sure. As a former XO myself I have a hard time believing any cover story the Cardassians have.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::looks briefly to the floor hearing the CMO's words::  CMO: They are not all bad.  Can we really assume the government has not changed?  ::takes a seat at the desk::
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Discovering why she was so cold, a blush quickly moved from head to toe.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
CO: Sensors indicate the system to a minor trade hub. There's at least 15 ships in the system of varying class and race.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: looks into the MO's face :: Rich What’s really on your mind..
SO_Lt_Silver says:
CO: Science reports nothing new to help you concerning Commander Singh.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: Fifteen vessels.... let us hope that things go well while we are here, then.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
CMO: Our Executive Officer and the possibility that this is a wild goose chase or worse.... the Cardassians are planning a move against us
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Reaches for the glass and sniffs the contents.::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
MO: There is always that distinct possibility. I've never really trusted them, even WITH this treaty in place.
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
CO: With our luck, it probably won't.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
CMO: In their defense...  I've know a few that are trust worthy.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
MO: Don't worry so have I. I'm sure we'll find Harmony alive and well.
Host Tiercel says:
@::speaks in a softly spoken voice but one that carries a sense of wisdom:: XO: I assure you it is not poisoned, it is a simple mix of essential vitamins and minerals, designed to replace what you body has lost over the last few days
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::stands slowly::  CMO: I hope so sir... and I hope she will not be requiring our services.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
MO: I would agree Rich. What is on your plate today?
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Not smelling anything that might be harmful, her thirst warring with her wariness, she took a sip before turning toward the voice.::
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::resting his right hand on the back of the chair::  CMO: I've just finished up the report on the Devers family illness.  It's a good thing our nurse had previous experience in recognizing the condition before it spread.  They have made a full recovery.  Other than that, my plate is now clear.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Stand by for full sensor readings on the area as we approach.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
MO: It looks like you could use a diversion or something. Why don't you go take a break and hit the holodeck or something. unwind.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
CO: Standing by... ::switches to her external sensors, leaving the fruitless task alone for now.::
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::nods briefly while removing the hand from the back of the chair::  CMO: Thank you sir, I think I'll do just that.  ::turns and exits the room::
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Tuned inward, not noting any harm from the drink, she crossed her fingers and finished off what was in the glass.::

@ACTION: Commander Singh is faced with an humanoid man, quite possibly human, in his late 50's perhaps.  His hair is mostly grey but his eyes are extremely sharp, almost as if the rest of him is just a cover for a different creature within.

MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::walking down the corridor toward the gym::
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: Slowly she puts the glass down, her eyes not leaving the an.::  Who are... :: stops to clear her rusty voice before starting again.:: Who are you?  Where am I?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Reads over their orders again - noting that the Cardassians did not indicate exactly where the readings came from ::  All: We must search this system to better lock down where the readings came from.  The likely choices are any inhabited planets or a possible ship in or that left the system.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
CO: I am reading one inhabited planet within the Seetnar system.  There are 15 ships in orbit.  I am reading multiple species and class of ships.  All things belonging to a major trading area.
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: You may call me Tiercel.  You are in my home, which is also your home from this point on.
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
::mumbles something about a needle and a haystack::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: On the contrary, tachyon particles are easily picked up by sensors.
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ ::Her body stills as her eyes become very wary:: Tiercel: My home?
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Glances at the FCO, afraid she might have to agree.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Taps his combadge, thinking he could use an additional command rank officer on the bridge ::  *CMO*: Doctor McDonald, please report to the Bridge.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: Commander Shania, do sensors indicate any central locations of habitation on the planet's surface?  Such as a government?
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Finding something, her hopes creep up a bit, only to drop as she further reads the scans.:: CO: I have picked up tachyon particles.  However, they are only residual... there is nothing conclusive at the moment concerning them.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Can you localize the readings?
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: sitting back in his chair :: Self: I think I may have finally broken the ice so to speak with Rich.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::arrives in the gym and changes in to some appropriate wear::
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: Yes.  ::moves gracefully towards a large chair and sits down:: You see, like this home you are my property.
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
::checks readouts:: CO: There's a small outpost on the planet with about 50.000 people, mostly ::coughs:: Cardassians and a few other races.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: Understood.  So it's very likely that we're not dealing with an organized government over the planet.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
CO: No one specific area.  There are some in the middle of nothing, some around the planets outposts....  Time and ships traveling through have dispersed them out.  I am going to try to see if I can back track to some kind of more central location.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: snaps back to :: *CO* Sorry I didn't hear you  there. I'm on my way.
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ Tiercel: Why am I your property?
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::adjusts the weight on the artificial gravity bench press to 40 kilos to warm up::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
CO: That assumption is logical. ::grins into her console::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: is about to call the MO back but decides to call one of the other duty doctors to cover sickbay and heads for the bridge ::
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: Because I have purchased you, at quite some expense I have to admit.  However I enjoy collecting those things that have an exotic beauty, or special properties.  You my dear, you have both in ample amounts.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: after a short trip  the turbo lift doors open and Lennier walks onto the bridge and down to the command level :: CO: Sorry about missing your call.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::after completing several sets he decides to increase the weight a little::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CMO: Commander.  We have arrived at our planet, but indications would indicate that it's mostly a trade stop point.  However, I would like you to contact the trade station and attempt to gather any information you can.
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ ::Slowly shakes her head, feeling the headache that had not really left her since this nightmare began, return in full force.:: Tiercel: I am not property that can be bought and sold.  I was born free and have every intention of dying that way.  Nor am I exotic in anyway.  I am perfectly normal and perfectly normal people make rotten umm...slaves
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CO:  Understood. I will use the back science terminal to do just that.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Notes the captain does not quite seem all there lately, turns back around and tries to see if she can find a central location.::
Host Tierce says:
@XO: If that is what you wish to believe, needless to say you 'are' now mine.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: walks back to science 2 and opens a channel :: COM: Trade station: This is the USS Luna. Commander McDonald. Please respond.
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ Tiercel: I belong to no one.  However, I would appreciate being returned to my ship.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::finishes the second set and moves over to the leg press::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan walks off the turbo-lift onto the Bridge::
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::feels a slight pull in his back and decides he'd better stop for the day and heads for the Gym's Sonic Shower::
Host Gul_Cea says:
#COM: Luna: Please state your cargo and destination, as you can see we are very busy.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Sits back and awaits information from his officers ::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
COM: Gul Cea: We have no cargo I am just looking for some information
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: I'm afraid that is quite impossible.  Even if I had the means to return you to your vessel, why would I abandon my latest acquisition?
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ Tiercel: You were jipped.
Host Gul_Cea says:
#COM: Luna: Do I look like a tourist information post?
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::steps from the shower and slips back into his duty uniform::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan stands near OPS::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Turns to look at MacPherson-Quest:: CIV: Captain, what is your progress?
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
Com: Gul Cea: What is it you exactly trade here?
SO_Lt_Silver says:
CO: Captain, I have something for you.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::decides to head up to the bridge and see the progress::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: I haven't any information on whomever has the XO, but I'm still working on it. I have my SFI contacts working in conjunction with me as we speak.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Yes?
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: Perhaps, or perhaps you are trying to jip me now? ::smiles slightly, an irritatingly knowing smile:: Still, I suggest that perhaps you would like to put some suitable clothes on, before you catch a chill?
Host Gul_Cea says:
#COM: Luna: Everything and anything... wait a minute, did you say the USS Luna?  You're that Federation ship... I was told to keep an eye out for you.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Pulls up a chart and with her finger, points out the area.:: CO: I can narrow the area of origination to somewhere around the outpost.  However, I cannot pinpoint it further then that or determine a more specific origin; too much time has passed.
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::arrives on the bridge and takes his usual post leaning against the rear wall::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
COM: Gul Cea: Yes we are Federation.  And who told you to keep an eye out for us?
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: slowly:: Tiercel: More substantial clothing would be nice.  Out of curiosity, what exactly is it that you expect from me?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Around, but not in?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Or possible inside?
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::listening to the SO and the Captain::
Host Gul_Cea says:
#COM: Luna: My superiors.  I am supposed to give you whatever assistance you need in locating... something...
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Nods to the doctor before turning back to the captain.:: CO: Unable to tell.  I would have to do a more detailed internal scan, which is a bit... rude, without permission.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
COM: Gul Cea: Yes that something would be our first officer.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Then we will have to find the permission to do a more detailed scan.  :: Turns to look at the CMO, having half-heard the conversation ::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: nods::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: looks back to the CO:: CO: Permission to set up an away team?
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: However, I'm not sure if the Cardassians are behind the kidnapping of the XO
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CMO: I believe that would be prudent.
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: Now now, there is no need to be worried, I simply wish some company, and in time perhaps a demonstration of your... other talents?
Host Gul_Cea says:
#COM: Luna: You lost your first officer?  That's rather careless.  Anyway, my outpost is at your disposal.  What do you need?
MO_LtCmdr_Lynch says:
::steps up behind the CO leaning on the railing and whispering::  CO: Captain, where are we going to start searching?  Don't you think the Cardassians are going to get suspicious if we are looking around their outpost?
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
COM: Gul Cea: First off permission to beam down a small contingent of personnel from the Luna so we can conduct a search and a few Cardassian escorts wouldn't hurt
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ Tiercel: I really make for poor company, unless you happen to enjoy science.  Then I could sometimes talk your ear off.  ::tilts her head curiously:: You wish me to paint for you?  I would think buy art is a lot less headache then dealing with me.
Host Gul_Cea says:
#COM: Luna: I am transmitting transport co-ordinates. Personnel however I may not be able to guarantee, I will see who I have spare.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CIV: I also doubt that the Cardassians are behind this.  I'm not certain they would have had the advances and opportunities to develop this type of technology.  Plus, if they did, we are at a relatively stable and... not peaceful, but a suitable cohabitation.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
COM: Gul Cea: Thank you for your cooperation.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Exactly ::pauses for a moment:: I'd also like to join the away team if I could?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: nods ::  CIV: I would be agreeable to that.
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:CIV: You beat me to the punch. I was going to ask for your assistance captain.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: I'd like to have FCO with us
Host Tiercel says:
@::stands:: XO: Science is my second favorite subject, music and the arts is my first.  So you see, we are not as incompatible as you thought.  In fact you may find there is something I can teach you ::waves his hand towards the XO::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
CO: I don't think that would be such a good idea, giving my people's history with the Cardassians.

@ACTION: The XO suddenly finds herself wearing a sparkling blue ball gown.

CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan has an ulterior motive to go:: CMO: Couldn't let you go it alone Doctor
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ ::Cautiously, curiously, but with no intention of staying, starts to ask what, only to freeze with her mouth open and her question unasked.::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CIV: In this instance even though I have severe reservations about your motives and having an SFI operative on my away team knowing what you guys get yourselves into. I need your expertise.
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ :: After a moment, her eyes blink and closes her mouth, swallowing hard.  Unobtrusively she fingers the material of the gown.:: Tiercel: Nice trick.  So we are in a holo suite?
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Since the FCO is reluctant to go Captain, ::looks at the FCO disappointedly:: we can use someone else as well. Either the SO or the MO, your choice Captain
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CIV: I would much prefer the SO. Mr. Lynch needs some time deal with a couple things and he's good at the bedside manner
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Looks between the SO and MO, seeing if either will volunteer ::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::looks over at the CMO:: CMO: Moi, Doctor?
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Looks innocently at the captain.::
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
CIV: Yes you captain.. SO: You're on if you want to go.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Raises an eyebrow questioningly toward the captain.::
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: We are in my home, I told you this at the beginning, but you are right to be skeptical, you come from a world governed by laws and technology.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::looks back over at the CO:: CO: Splendid Captain, Silver it is! ::looks at the SO: SO: Silver, looks like you're with us. Get your things together
XO_Cmdr_Singh says:
@ Tiercel: Then I take it you are very wealthy to be able to afford such a device in your home.  I read reports that it was rather unhealthy.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Nods::  CIV: I will meet you momentarily in the transporter room.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO/SO: I'll meet you both there in 5 minutes
CMO_Cmdr_McDonald says:
:: Looks to the Captain :: CO: Who's commanding this little shindig here?
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan leaves the Bridge to gather some things for his SFI mission::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CMO: You, Commander.  Despite his rank, Captain MacPherson-Quest operates in a support role.
Host Tiercel says:
@XO: I am wealthy indeed, but I only collect things that are real. But let us push the boundaries of reality, perhaps you would like to sing for me?
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: With a nod, calls up a replacement and heads for her quarters briefly.::
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TIME LAPSE to next mission: Twenty Minutes for Luna/None for XO