SCENE: The Nighthawk sits in a repair berth in Starbase 488.  The vessel carrying Admiral Mantella and her speaker has just arrived.

[[[[[ Begin Mission - Stardate 10206.15 ]]]]]

Host CO_West says:
::Pacing back and forth in her Temporary Quarters:
FCO-Exeter says:
::just arrived on the Starbase looking around trying too find out where too go::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::turning a corridor to CO West’s temporary quarters::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Walking the corridors or the starbase::
Host CO_West says:
::Looking at PADD and putting it to her side, trying to memorize a Eulogy, she does not want to have to give::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::stops in front of his destination and rings the chime::
Cmdr_Black says:
::quietly lands his shuttle in one of the Starbase’s shuttle bays and powers down the down the engines, while glancing if he got all his standard stuff with him::
Host CO_West says:
::jumps as she hears the door chime::  XO: Enter.
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Walks through ME Collecting PADDs along his route::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::Walks next to the shuffling Horta, conversing with her telepathically about the day::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Makes her way to the mess hall, and sits her self by the window::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::walks forward as the doors open to the CO's quarters:: CO: Are you ready ma'am?
FCO-Exeter is now known as FCO-Ens-Exeter.
Cmdr_Black says:
::once he secured the shuttle and made it out of the shuttle alive he heads through the shuttle bay::  Self: Ok...now what...?  ::sighs softly as he glances at the various officers doing their respectable jobs::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::walking around trying too find out where too go::
Host CO_West says:
::Looking up as Chris enters, putting the PADD on the desk::  XO: as ready as I will get I guess, let's go I think The Admiral will be arriving momentarily.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::walks out with the CO:: CO: Just have to make an extra stop on the way ma'am, an old friend has just arrived on board the starbase
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::Opens the door to the main gallery, letting Admiral Mantella shuffle through before he enters::
Host CO_West says:
XO: No Problem,  I need to get my legs a little more steady.  The walk will do me good.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::smiles:: CO: Yes ma'am  ::walks toward the shuttle bay::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Remember that Brian was coming in today, and heads down to SB2::
Cmdr_Black says:
::shrugs as he puts his bag on the ground and taps his commbadge::  Computer: Locate the USS Nighthawk...
Host Speaker_Telain says:
<C> Black: The Nighthawk is berthed at Repair Bay 34
Host CO_West says:
XO: When we get The Nighthawk back in gear, remind me to clear up the notebooks left behind by.. CO Cerdan.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Hurries to the TL and takes her to the appropriate deck::
Cmdr_Black says:
::hears the computer's voice::  Self: Repair bay ??  Sheesh, why am I not surprised !
Host CO_West says:
::Walking toward shuttle bay::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
Computer Where can I find ::looks at Padd:: Captain Tray Cerdan???
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::is a little choke up by the mention of the former Captain's name:: CO: Of course ma'am  ::arrives in shuttle bay 2::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Prepares the schedule for the repairs::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
<C> Exeter: Captain Cerdan is deceased and his body is located in Morgue B
Host CO_West says:
::Pats XO on back::  XO: I know...I...Know!
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Gets off the TL and makes her way to SB2::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Heads to see the CO::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
Self: great, I get too report too a Stiff. Computer: The Hawk's XO is still alive??
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::Looks around at the Gallery knowing this gathering will not be large::
Cmdr_Black says:
::heads out of the shuttle bay and turns right only to see Commander Matisse approach him and smiles::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::nods at the CO, notices Brian in the shuttle bay waiting for someone to pick him up::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::Turns to the Horta::  Mantella: They should be here momentarily Admiral.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Sees Black approaching, walking up to him, tears in her eyes and hugs him::
Host CO_West says:
::makes small talk with XO as they reach shuttle bay::  XO: And who is arriving here?
Host Speaker_Telain says:
<C> Exeter: Affirmative
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Walks into Shuttle bay 2 and heads to see the CO::
Cmdr_Black says:
::hugs Joey and looks sad::  CSO: I heard it as well... I already blame myself not being there.. ::sighs::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::shakes his head:: self: dumb piece of machinery. *XO*: Ensign Exeter Reporting for duty, and who Have got the Pleasure with?
Derb says:
::Standing in the center of the main gallery, he watches the workers walk around as they attend to their own duties. With a quick signature to a PADD handed him by one of the workers he makes his way towards the sitting area::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::stops and see's Lt.Cmdr Monroe-Matisse with the Brian:: CO: The Nighthawk's former Chief Tactical Officer, like me he was on the Nighthawk when she launched.  He just left a couple of months ago because of an XO spot that was offered to him
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Holds on to him:: Black: its not fair...
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::Approaches the attending Steward:: Derb: Have all the preparations been made?
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CO: Well looks like he has found some company, we should get to the Admiral...::walks in the opposite direction with the CO::
Host CO_West says:
::Stops as she sees Lt.Cmdr Matisse hugging Cmdr. Black::
Cmdr_Black says:
::holding Joey he rubs his softly on the back::  CSO: I know... I know... he should have out lived the Nighthawk...
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Stops as he sees Joey hugging Cmdr Black::
Derb says:
::Glances up from his PADD, he nods and sighs loudly:: Telain: As well as to be expected from the ::Pauses, he changes his tone of voice to a sarcastic one:: wonderful ::Speaks normally again:: I've been given. But we're ready.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
*FCO*: This is Cmdr Anderson...Ensign, would you please report to the Main Gallery on Deck 30 in 5 minutes
Host CO_West says:
::Reaches hand toward Cmdr. Black:: Cmdr Black, good to see you.
Host CO_West says:
::Turns and walks down corridor toward TL::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:;smiles:: Self: Anderson, now how did John call him again........... *XO*: Aye, aye, would that be the waiter Uniform, commander?
Host Speaker_Telain says:
Derb: Excellent, the attendees should be arriving soon.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Cries softly into his shoulder:: Black: ...we all blame our self’s...he saved us so many times....but we couldn't do anything for him...but watch
Host CO_West says:
::Reaching TL, steps in and waits for XO to enter::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::leaves her office and makes her way along the corridors:: Self: Admirals always show up when you have a ton of work to do.
Derb says:
::Nods, he studies his surroundings and the workers for one last time before giving his PADD a quick glance and placing it in his pocket:: Telain: Is there anything else, Sir?
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::shaking his head, knowing this has to be another Exeter:: *FCO*: Negative Ensign, full dress uniform will be expected of you
Host CO_West says:
XO: I hope that all the crew got the orders of the time to meet in the Main Gallery, will you make sure!
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Drops his PADD and then refocuses on the task at hand and picks up the PADD and chases after the CO:: CO: Here is the latest repair report
Host Speaker_Telain says:
Derb: No, thank you, the Admiral asks that you remain in case we need something
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
:;steps into the turbolift:: TL: Deck 30, but don't hurry.
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
*XO*: the name is Jim, And I don't have that one on me, commander.
Host CO_West says:
::TL Doors Closing :: Computer: Deck 30!
Cmdr_Black says:
CSO: It must have been awful...  ::thinks::  but I've also some good news that may lift your spirit..  ::tries to make a fabricated smile::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::enters the TL:: CO: Aye ma'am consider it done
Host CO_West says:
::Turning her mind inward. not really paying attention to the chatter behind her.
Derb says:
Telain: Someone to take the blame if something goes wrong, ah? ::Gestures to one of the workers to approach him::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::drums her fingers against her leg just slightly irritated at being dragged away from her desk::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Lifts her face up and looks up, her eyes all red:: Black:...and what would that be...
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
*FCO*: Very well Ensign, please report in a suitable duty uniform.  Look forward to meeting you there.
Cmdr_Black says:
::slowly lets Joey go and hand her a handkerchief::  CSO: We have picked up an old friend...  John Exeter....
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::makes a mental note to have the engineering department check on the turbo lift’s systems, since they seem a bit sluggish::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::finds a turbolift and enters:: TL: Deck 30 and step on it, don't wanna miss that.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::several thoughts racing through his head::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Waits for the next TL mumbling::
Host CO_West says:
:;Overhearing the conversation of  XO and FCO::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::steps onto deck 30 and walks to the main gallery::
Host CO_West says:
XO: I hope that his FCO is not going to be a problem, eh!
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Lets out a softy gasp:: Black:....he never did anything the easy way...not even dying...where is he? ::Takes the hanky and wipes the tears that were running down her face::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::turns to the CO:: CO: I wouldn't count on that ma'am...if he's anything like the Exeter’s I know, we'll have to keep an eye on him
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::Stands next to the Horta, as the Horta breathes and shuffles a little::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Gets into the TL:: TL: Deck 30.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::after a long wait finally arrives at Deck 30::
Host CO_West says:
XO: That will be your job to assign someone to see about his progress.  just make sure that he takes the docking clamps off before we leave  the SB. ::Chuckling a bit::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::surveys the area looking for someone who looks like an Admiral::
Cmdr_Black says:
::smiles faintly::  CSO: He has been stationed aboard the Scimitar now as Chief of Operations...  since he lost a crewmember over a judicial hearing we had a spot open....  ::gestures towards the nearest TL::  shall we slowly get underway.... or we'll miss the ceremony...
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::Exits the Turbolift, straightens his Uniform knocking himself almost out with the bag he's carrying, then heads for the  main gallery:: Self: I hate this part of the Job already
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Mumbles some more::
Host CO_West says:
::stepping out of the TL  looking around::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::allows the biggest grin to appear on his face:: CO: If you only know half of the story ma'am, you would realize how funny that comment actually was! ::starts to laugh, and steps out of the TL::
Host CO_West says:
::Straightens her uniform, still aware that she is a woman and now a Starship Captain, worried about her looks::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
Black: Slowly please "We" aren’t 100% back to normal yet..
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Gets out of the TL and sees a uniformed officer and chucks him the PADD::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::looks around for the Admiral::
Host CO_West says:
::Walking down corridor and stopping at the door to Main Gallery:: XO: Ready for this?  Let's go.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Starts to walk toward the TL, holding on to Brains arm::
Host CO_West says:
::Spies the Admiral without a problem::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::enters the main galley, Putting away his bag behind a plant::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CO: Aye ma'am  ::walks into the Main Gallery with the CO::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::sees some commotion in front of her and pushes her way through the crowd:: Admiral: Ah, Admiral, Captain Love at your service. ::bows slightly and looks over at the Admiral's speaker::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::The Horta shuffles::  Love: Greetings captain, I am speaker for Admiral Mantella, my name is Telain, please speak directly to the Admiral, I will reply.
Host CO_West says:
::Walks over to Admiral and nods, Seeing Cmdr  Love rush in and bowing::
Cmdr_Black says:
::holding Joey he enters the TL and glances at Joey::  CSO: I have no idea where we should go from here...
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
Telain: Thank you.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Gets into the TL:: Black: i do computer, deck 30....
Host CO_West says:
Admiral Mantella: A pleasure to meet you.
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
Admiral: We are honored to have you with us. I hope your stay will be enjoyable.
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::The Horta shuffles towards Captain West::  West: Captain, I'm glad to meet you
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
Black: here the good news yet....?
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::stands beside Captain West and listens to the conversation::
Cmdr_Black says:
CSO: Good news ?
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
:;turns to the Captain:: CO: Captain West. ::smiles::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:;looking at the brass, then back at his padd::
Host CO_West says:
Admiral Mantella: The circumstances are sad though.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
Black: ....yeah....found out I’m .. pregnant, the same day it all went down..
Host Speaker_Telain says:
West: Captain, on behalf of myself and all of Starfleet Command, I'd like to extend my sympathies to you and your crew.
Host CO_West says:
::Nods in the direction of Cmdr Love::
Host CO_West says:
Admiral Mantella:  Thank you.
Cmdr_Black says:
::smiles::  CSO: That's great Joey.....  congrats !
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::steps to the side and lets Captain West continue her conversation with the Admiral::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
West: How is your crew holding up?
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::The TL stops and she walks off , still holding Brains arm, as she feels a little woozy still:: Black: yeah...thank you...well here we are ::Motions to the main gallery::
Host CO_West says:
Admiral Mantella: I I believe that everyone is getting themselves together...
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::shakes her head:: Self: Good man that Tray Cerdan.
Host CO_West says:
Admiral Mantella:...but it is very difficult, they all had a great friend in Tray Cerdan, and most of the crew are like family.
Cmdr_Black says:
::nods::  CSO: All Right....let's do this... ::gives Joey a confident tap on her shoulder as they enter the main gallery::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::stands like a statue, but nods his head at Captain West's last statement::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
West: It is a sad day when we lose those we care about.  ::Shuffles a little towards Anderson::  Is this your new XO?
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
Admiral Mantella: Yes sir...Commander Anderson, former Chief of Ops aboard the Nighthawk
Host CO_West says:
Admiral: Yes, this is Cmdr. Chris Anderson.
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::watches the Nighthawk crew gathering and moves closer to the XO::
Host CO_West says:
:;stepping aside slightly so XO can be seen better:
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Nods:: Black: lets do it....::Walks in, and starts looking around, and tightens her grip on his arm::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
Anderson: I'm sure you will do your crew proud Commander.
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
:;against a wall, still reading the padd he received when he entered the Gallery::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Sees Joey walk in with Cmdr Black:: Black: Commander. CSO: Joey.
Host Speaker_Telain says:
West: Captain, is your entire staff here yet?
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
Admiral Mantella: I plan on it sir...
Host CO_West says:
:;Looking around to see if all the Senior Crew is present,  cannot find CTO amongst the crowd::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::whispers:: XO: Cmdr. Anderson, I have a message for you from communications.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Smiles at Sid:: CEO: hi Sid
Cmdr_Black says:
::nods at the CEO and offers his hand::  CEO: Good to see you again, Sid..  I wish it was under better circumstances...
Host CO_West says:
::Turns toward Cmdr. Love:: Cmdr. yes, what is it!
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
SBCO: Thank you Cmdr...I'll take it in a second
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
Black: I wish it was. ::Hesitating then shakes his hand::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Loosen ups her grip on Brains arm::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
West: If Everyone is here, we will begin Captain.
Host CO_West says:
XO: where is CTO, He did know the time didn't he?
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::looks up and sees the CSO, CEO and Black, then goes back too his reading::
Host CO_West says:
Admiral: Yes everyone is here, you may begin when you are ready.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CO: Yes ma'am, he will be doing some tactical work and will arrive a little later in time.
Host Speaker_Telain says:
West: Very well...
Host CO_West says:
:: Taking place at the front of the Gallery along with The Admiral::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::The Horta and her speaker move to the front of the room::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::thinks about the message that he has received:: Self: Who could it be?
Host CO_West says:
::Looking out over the room, trying not to shed tears as most of them are already doing:
Host Speaker_Telain says:
All: If everyone could take their seats please, we will begin.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Lets go of Brian and moves over beside Sid:: Black/CEO: shall we...
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::moves to the front and sits at the end of the row of seats::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::takes a seat in the back, humming softly ::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::takes Joeys hand into his and walks to their seats::
Cmdr_Black says:
CSO / CEO: Let's go....  ::moves along and takes a seat in the row behind the senior staff of the Nighthawk::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::tries to find a seat, and looks around to see the huge amount of people gathered::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Seats down with the Senior staff, and puts her head on Sid’s shoulder::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
Self: I'll have to get together with Brian later, guess it just didn't work out before hand
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
CSO: You ok hon?
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::The Horta shuffles::  All: We come together today in remembrance of those fellow officers who have fallen.
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::being placed by some Commander in the front row as Senior officer::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
CEO: No...I’m not...
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
CSO: Huh?
Host CO_West says:
::Begins wondering how long it will be before The Night Hawk will be ready again::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
Self: I hate this, I hate this, and I didn't even like Cerdan!
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
CEO: ...this isn't fair...none of this is...::Her eyes fill with tears again::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
All: We once were scattered molecules scatter on cosmic winds which eventually ended up coalescing into our home worlds and our home stars.
Host CO_West says:
::Doesn't really like funeral ceremonies, tries to take her mind off of the sorrow in the room::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Puts his arm around her:: CSO: Its ok hon.
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::sits there, as he hears the moans and cry’s behind him...Is this what he really wanted?::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::watches the crowd and the sad expressions on their faces::
Host CO_West says:
::Looks over at XO, almost reading his mind:: <Self> Is this too sad or what?
Host Speaker_Telain says:
All: We all have this in common.  Our physical forms are transient.  Whatever we believe in, death is not the end.  We continue to live on in the memories of others.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Cry softly into Sid shoulder::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
All: In the time honored tradition of Starfleet, we return the bodies of those we served with to the Stars from which we all came.
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::smiles at the Admiral's eloquent words::
Cmdr_Black says:
::listens to the ceremony speaker::  Self: Great....now I have to find some time to get all my stuff updated once I get back...
Host Speaker_Telain says:
ACTION: Beyond the Admiral, a sequence of 70 torpedo casings leave the Starbase in a double row, heading towards the local star.
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
CSO: What is not fair hon?
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::falling asleep with his eyes open:: self: when does this stop!
Host Speaker_Telain says:
::The Horta and speaker turn to the large window, as a Yeoman blows the Attention Whistle, brining the gathering to their feet::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::stands as the bodies leave the Starbase for the last time::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::watches as Captain Cerdan, and the majority of the Nighthawk crew head towards the local star::
Host CO_West says:
::Stands and looks out the window, seeing all the casings shoot out of sight quickly::
Host Speaker_Telain says:
All:  Travel Well Friends, into Eternity.
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Doesn't say another word, she closes her eyes and just listens::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
::offers the gallant Nighthawk crew a final salute::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::slowly stands to attention, and gives his final good-bye to his lost crewmembers::
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::looking at the Torpedoes heading for a star::
Host CO_West says:
::Blinks back tears, Stands at attention and salutes her fallen friends::
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Just holds onto her::
Cmdr_Black says:
::stands and looks out of window and he sees the cases float in space::
SBCO_Cmdr_Love says:
Self: Goodbye Captain Cerdan, may your star always shine upon the Nighthawk.
Host CO_West says:
Steps up to Admiral::  Admiral Mantella:  Thank you for those words.
FCO-Ens-Exeter says:
::takes a deep breath and looks threw the window::
XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::takes a step back and motions to Commander Black::
Host CO_West says:
::Turns toward the crowd,::  All: if we could have a moment of silence::
CSO_Monroe-Matisse says:
::Can't bare to watch:: Self:  Good bye Captain...
CEO_Lt_Monroe says:
::Looks on:: Self: Captain You'll always be my friend and mentor.

[[[[[ End Mission ]]]]]