USS Nighthawk, Mission Transcript 1O5O7.O9
Mission Number 23O
Tribbling Times:  Back to Tribble Prime
Part XIV

Cast
	Part I:
Sam Hung as Captain Sid Monroe
Karriaunna as Lieutenant Brianna Rose
Scott McCracken as Lieutenant JG Ardin G’Dar
Robert Hayes as Ensign Valtos 
	Part II:
Karriaunna as Lieutenant Brianna Rose
Chris Esterhuyse as Commander Varesh

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti 

Missing in Action
Tim Schols as Commander Gary Jackson 
Lilia Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Gomes 
Charlie Nance as Lieutenant JG T’Rae

NPC’s
Karriaunna Scotti as Computer
Kiera Asherby as TO Thompson

Summary
	As the CSO works out some ideas on how to cure the crew, all the crew and not just a few and at the cost of others, the ship goes after the sudden appearance of a ship similar to those that originally chased after the Nighthawk from Tribble Prime.  But when they go after it, the three Federation ships follow and fire phasers at the Nighthawk to deter them from entering the nebula. The Nighthawk pulls back, but not before they fire on the unknown vessel, destroying it.

The CTO comes up with the idea of taking the Chameleon back to Tribble Prime and seeing if they cannot discover some answers.  The FCO, as the only unaffected, non-pregnant crewmember is assigned to head the away team.  Unfortunately, the CTO and CSO are unable to join her; she turns to the counselor, the only other person who is not affected by the virus.

Arriving at the planet, the Ateam discovers a large complex that can be seen only by the Chameleons unusual sensors.  They also discover special glasses on the ship that allow them to see the complex, as well as a few things on the ship that up until now, no one knew were there.

Leaving the ship in orbit with a lock on them, the Ateam beamed down and managed to make their way into the complex.  Unfortunately, they were not able to make their way back out.

Announcements

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Time Lapse
6 hours

CO_Capt_Monroe says:
Captain's Log Stardate 1O5O7.O9: We have found a relief in sight but no cure as of yet.  I hope that we can find one soon.  Before we get destroyed by the other ships

<<<<<<<<<< Tribbling Times: Back to Tribble Prime >>>>>>>>>>

CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Send a message to the other ships and inform then we are still alive
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
::Thinks out loud:: If we increased the concentration and exposed it to high level Tachyons Hmmmmmmm
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks up tiredly from her station.::  CO:  Aye sir...
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Leaning heavily on the tactical console, breathing or rather choking sort of::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Turns around to her station and sends the now familiar words, followed with some more so they know it was not a preset message.::
TO_EnsValtos says:
::all in all I feel like crap::
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
*CSO*: What have you found so far?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks over to the tactical officer.:: TO:  Are you alright?
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
:: Enters the bridge and heads straight for the science station and begins punching things into the computer::
TO_EnsValtos says:
FCO:  ::Weak smile:: How do you say on Earth? Just Peachy...

Scenery:  Throughout the ship, the crew has stabilized.  Some have even shown slight improvement.  Those in a coma are still in a coma however.

CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
CO: That this could take a while
FCO_Rose says:
TO:  Anything I can get for you?
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: Alright keep me informed of your progress
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
CO: Yeahsureyabetcha
TO_EnsValtos says:
FCO: A stiff drink?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Takes him seriously and stands up get him the drink.::
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Computer: Computer, run a simulation on what would happened if we increased the air mix by , lets say 5OO% and exposed that to high level tachyon radiation
TO_EnsValtos says:
FCO: Actually some ice water would do just fine.
Computer says:
CSO:  Parameters are not conducive to most federation citizens.
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Examines the tactical readouts::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Pauses, then with a nod gets him cold water.  Bringing it back, she hands it to him.:: TO:  Anything else?  I think you are actually looking... better... :: Hopeful note in her voice.::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks over at the captain, unable to tell if he is any better.::
TO_EnsValtos says:
::Weak grin:: FCO:  Must be Andorian stubbornness.. Oh gods this helps.  :: Splashes a bit of water on his face:: Nothing like a little cold water to bring you back to your senses.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
:: Sits back and puts a strong smile on::
FCO_Rose says:
CSO:  Sir, is there anything I can do to help you?
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
:: Thinks this is hopeless::

ACTION: Something shimmers briefly on tactical sensors.

CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
FCO: Well if you want to build a time machine then be my guest
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Eyes move sluggishly to the tactical scans::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Steps closer to him, seeing his depression, like so many others.:: CSO:  Sir... the disease is currently arrested.  Couldn't we just take the formulae from the data chip and create some kind of cure?  It might not work for all, but medical could adjust it.
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Captain! I had a small energy flux on my screen for a second! Raise shields?   *whispers* Oh gods don't let it be a quantum torpedo...
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: What?  Raise shields
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: What?  Raise shields
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Raises the shields::
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Where did it come from?
ACTION:  Shields rise.
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Port side, from the nebula sir!
FCO_Rose says:
:: Listening, quickly returns to her post and begins engine start up procedures.::
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
FCO: We thought of that but the data is scrambled and we don’t even know if it is accurate or if it is a ruse that could make things worse
TO_EnsValtos says:
Self: Wait just a damn minute here...
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Scan that nebula!  I want to know who shot it.  :: Coughs::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Glances over her shoulder.:: CSO:  At this rate sir, would something be better then nothing?
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: This signature is similar to the ships that chased us from the start! *mumbles* With our luck they have a cloaked Romulan warbird after us...
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Yes sir ::begins scanning:: ALL: Someone better inform our "friends" what we're up to so they don't get trigger happy
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Arm Main Phaser Bank.  FCO: Inform the other ships that there is something in the Nebula.
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Arming…  ::brings the phasers up to full::
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Sir, should I warn the other ships?
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Make it so.
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: And just for kicks also arms the torpedo launchers::
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Computer: Computer what would happen if we exposed the virus to Nadion Particles would it be able to kill it?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Nods and turns around, hoping this did not give them itchy fingers.:: COMM: Federation ships... we have an alien vessel on our sensors.
TO_EnsValtos says:
SELF: All right you (andorian curse) show yourself so I can blow you out of space.
Computer says:
CSO: Simulations show that Nadian particles affect the virus.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Computer: Affect it how?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Listening:: CO:  Ummm... they are not sure whether to believe us or not, or if this is a ploy.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Tell them if they don't move to investigate it we will.
Computer says:
 CSO:  72% variations, 28% destruction.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Bring all weapons online.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Relays the message.::
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Computer what kind of variations?
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Already done sir!
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Very well.  FCO: Plot a course into the nebula.  ::Sits up::
Computer says:
CSO: Mutations... :: Across the CSO's screen formulas appear.::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Eyes widen::  CO:  Aye sir... plotting a course.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Hmm… Computer: If we increase the Tribble air mix and use the Nadions what would happen?
Computer says:
CSO:  Running simulation now.
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Keeps an eye on the fed ships::

ACTION:  As the Nighthawk heads for the Nebula, the three Federation ships head after them.

FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Sir, they are informing us to stop or they will fire.  ETA to nebula, 3 minutes.
TO_EnsValtos says:
Self: This is not how i wanted to finish my career...
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Inform then to investigate the Nebula...
Computer says:
CSO:  Results show uncertainty.
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Aye sir...
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Full power to Aft Shields.  Incase they get trigger happy.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
::Oh it would be so much easier just to blow our selves up::
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Uh, Captain? The ships are following and if I'm not mistaken, they're moving into an attack pattern...
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Sir... they are repeating their message...

ACTION:  A lance of fire appears off the Nighthawk port.

CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Full stop....
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: all power to rear arc.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Computer: Would it work for any species on board
Computer says:
CSO:  Acknowledged.  The majority of red-blooded species.
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Gets an idea:: Computer: Computer would the ships be able to detect us if we went into the nebula?
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
Computer: What about the non red blood species
Computer says:
 TO:  Detection is uncertain within the nebula due to particle density.
Computer says:
CSO: Damage to cellular structure.
TO_EnsValtos says:
FCO: Lieutenant do you think if we can engage warp fast enough we could lose those ships in the nebula?
FCO_Rose says:
TO:  Warp in a nebula?  :: Her voice slightly squeaks at that thought::  Umm... that would not be wise.
TO_EnsValtos says:
Self: Why is nothing ever easy? CO: Sir what do you think?

ACTION:  The Federation ships fires at the Nighthawk, all three... plus a shadow.

CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
CO: Captain I have a potential cure for most red blooded species but it would require some testing.
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  ETA... :: Finds herself on the floor.::
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: No too risky,
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Fire into the nebula.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Her eyes open wide at the command to tactical.::
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Firing phasers.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Full Stop!  :: Hangs onto the Chair::  Tell those ships to stand down!

ACTION:  Phaser fire lances through the nebula, igniting the fringe.

TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Return fire?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Pulls herself back into her chair and brings the ship to a full stop.::
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Hold your fire.
FCO_Rose says:
COMM:  Federation ships... please stop firing, we are stopped.

ACTION:  The heat begins to rise in the ship, due to close proximity to the fire.

TO_EnsValtos says:
FCO: we need to pull back!

ACTION:  Three ships stop firing, but one continues.

TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Shields down to 75% sir
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Pull us away.  Full impulse.  TO: Triangulate the fire and fire back.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Hearing Valtos, follows through in agreement.::
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: With pleasure sir.

ACTION:  The lone ship, barely visible, begins to fire on the Nighthawks engines.

CO_Capt_Monroe says:
:: Buckles in the chair:: TO: Fire all weapons at that ship ::Points to the Nebula::
FCO_Rose says:
FCO:  The other Federation ships are reading the fire power, but they cannot see anything.  I am going to guess we owe our ability to the updated sensors.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
::Transmits all the data to the councellor in sickbay for his opinion::
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: quantum torpedo away!
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Relay the coordinates of the unknown ship to the other ships.

ACTION:  The three federation ships keep just out of beaming range of the Nighthawk as she heads away from the Nebula.

FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Aye captain... :: Relays the coordinates.::
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Firing phasers!

ACTION:  The tactical officers mark is right on... a sudden flare of light across the main screen testifies to that.

TO_EnsValtos says:
All: YES!
FCO_Rose says:
:: Leans back with a sigh::  CO:  Looks like we do not need the other ships after all.  But now the question is, who were they and why were they firing on us.  Like we don't have enough troubles.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Don't know it seems we are a target for someone.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Listens to an incoming message::  CO:  The other federation ships are returning to stand-bye, only they will help keep watch.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
:: Starts to head back down to the science dept::
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Captain, perhaps we could use the chameleon to sneak past the other ships and head back to the planet where we found the gems. Maybe there's a cure there?

ACTION:  Medical reports to the CSO that he is on to something and will begin processing.

CO_Capt_Monroe says:
:: Turns to the TO:: TO: No! Out of the question, we risk infecting a whole planet.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
TO: Don't want that to sit on my conscience.
TO_EnsValtos says:
CO: Sorry sir, this damn virus must be affecting me more than I thought
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks back in surprise at the idea, then back at the captain.::  CO:  But sir... everything so far shows that those on the planet have their own kind of... protection... internal vaccine.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Do we know that for certain?
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Nothing is certain for sure sir... but... some of us are immune.
TO_EnsValtos says:
:: Smiles at Lt. Rose for backing him up::
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: If we go we must limit our exposure to the people on the planet.
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  If Lt G'Dar's idea works for most of us... maybe a team could go in and get the cure for the others?
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: You have convinced me.  Prepare a team.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Eyes the TO with disbelief:: TO:  Alone?  :: Shakes her head::  I am a scientist-come-pilot at the moment.... I could not go... :: Looks at the captain::
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
::starts compiling data from sickbay::
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  A team?  :: Shakes her head in disbelief and sighs.::  Aye sir....  Ummm... I would suggest Valtos and G'Dar.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Make it so.  Have them meet you in Shuttlebay 2
FCO_Rose says:
CO:  Aye sir...
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: And Lieutenant, Take care of the Chameleon.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks over at the Valtos::  TO:  This is your idea, I really hope you are feeling better.  You are going to have to wear an EVA suit.
FCO_Rose says:
*CSO*:  Sir, we are going back to Tribble Prime... please get whatever you need and meet me in Shuttle bay 2 in about 1O minutes.
CSO_LtJG_G`Dar says:
*FCO*: I’m a little busy at the moment.  Isn’t there anyone else available
FCO_Rose says:
*CSO*:  If you are needed more here, then I can find another.
CO_Capt_Monroe says:
:: Wonders if he made the right decision::

<<<<<<<<<< Pause  >>>>>>>>>>

Overview:  At the TO's suggestion, the captain has ordered the Chameleon to Tibble Prime to see what answers they can find while the three federation ships hang just out of beaming range, waiting to see what happens next.

The FCO as the only unaffected person was placed in charge of the mission.  Taking the CTO with her along with a few other security officers, they make it as far as the shuttle bay, where the CTO collapses.  Not sure what to do, she sends a plea to the counselor.

The Counselor offers his support.  The CTO is beamed to sickbay and the counselor makes his way to the shuttle bay, where the small team makes it way silently from the ship and now approaches Tribble Prime.

<<<<<<<<<< Back to Tribble Prime:  Part II >>>>>>>>>>

CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: How long 'til we're there, Bri? ::looks up from his console::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Feeling nervous tension rising her.::  CNS:  We will be entering orbit in 5 minutes.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::smiles indulgently:: FCO: Relax, Bri. I'm getting knots in my shoulders from your tension. ::smiles as he speaks to the pilot::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Under her breath::  Relax he says... CNS:  I don't suppose you finally have a plan to share?  Or are we just going to beam down, say hello, can we have the cure to the virus someone on your planet created to harm the universe....
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Chuckles:: FCO: Well, that thought did cross my mind, but somehow I don't think that will really work all that well. I'd say scans of the planet (again) and work from there.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Glances over at Thompson:: TO: You alright over there?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks over at the sensors.::  CNS:  I wish we could put some of these sensors on the Nighthawk  :: Points to a small screen just left of her showing the vague outline of a major complex.::  There apparently is a building here that the ship scans did not pick up before.
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: Couldn't be better 
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Gets up and looks over Bri's shoulder:: FCO: Hmm... Perhaps we should try and get in there.
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Ummm... sure.  :: Looks up at him.:: How?  :: Points to the main sensor which shows a simple meadow filled with grasses.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Leans over and taps a control:: FCO: Is that a holographic projection? Or something else?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Frowns:: CNS: I am going to say holographic... and the energy it must be putting out to cover such a large complex.  :: Frown deepens::  I don't see how they could hide the power needed.  :: Looks at him puzzled.:: We should have picked up the power signature at least from the Nighthawk.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Power plant buried deep under the surface? ::looks skeptical::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Shakes her head:: CNS:  I don't see how.  :: Sighs:: But putting that aside for another investigation, any suggestions on how to get into a building we cannot see?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Hmmm... let me think. This is a shuttle of tricks, right? :: Taps a query into the inventory listing::
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Tricks?  More like surprises?  Unfortunately, only those with the right clearance level knows... :: watches a draw open beside her.::  it all...  :: Looks at him with a raised eyebrow.::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Runs scans making sure we stay undetected and listens to the others::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Smiles sweetly and pulls out three pairs of glasses:: FCO: Someone like me?
FCO_Rose says:
Humph... :: Takes one of the glasses and tries it on.::  Good thing you are here or we would be in trouble... whoa... :: looks around the room.::  Obviously there is more then meets the eyes.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Takes out three little boxes and places them on the console:: FCO/TO: You need to keep this with you. It’s the power source and processor for these glasses. :: Hands one to each of them and clips the third to his belt, takes a pair and puts them on::
TO_Thompson says:
::puts on the pair of glasses handed to her and clips the box to her belt::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Can you find us a place to beam down to?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::turns to Thompson:: TO: You are now inducted into the Chameleon Hall of Knowledgeables This shuttle is usually used for covert ops missions. This equipment is not for general distribution inside Starfleet.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Brings the ship into a very low orbit, more likely to avoid any other normal ships.::  CNS:  I take it you want to start with that building?  If so, there is a small orchard about 1/2 a kilometer from it.  Assuming it is there.
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: Lucky me
FCO_Rose says:
:: Stands up and places the clip on her belt, before sitting back down.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: That orchard will work. I just hope that there are no nasty surprises waiting. ::goes to the weapons locker::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Under her breath::  He just had to say it, he just had to... :: knocks three times on her console as there was no wood around.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Looks over his shoulder at Bri's mutterings:: FCO: Sorry. ::takes out a phaser for each, and a knife to add to his personal arms::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Glances at the FCO:: FCO: You could always use my head. ::having a good idea what she was thinking::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Smiles at the TO and  finishes making sure the shuttle would do fine, and had an autolock on them, she moves to equip herself.::  CNS/TO:  I have set a lock on us.  Should are bio signatures change drastically, the ship will auto beam us.  I am afraid it will have to play Calvary for us.
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: Don't trust me? ::joking badly, but smiles slightly::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Smiles again:: FCO: It will do the job just fine. ::moves over to the transporter pad:: All: If you are ready?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Inputs the coordinates into the transporter along with a 10 second delay and steps onto the small circular padd::  CNS:  Ready as ever.
TO_Thompson says:
::joins the others on the Pad::
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: Ready here too
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::waits for the computer to energize::

ACTION:  The hum of the transport warns them, just before it scrambles their molecules to place them onto the planet.

CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Looks around, as they appear in standard defensive configuration, each with their back to the others, facing outwards::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks ahead through a branch of leaves.  Quietly:: CNS:  Well, I guess this is here.  Though given it is a security risk, I cannot believe there are no traps.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Glances around as they materialize, not trusting anything by appearance::
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: I just hope you didn't speak too soon.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Time to test these specs. ::focuses on the rest of the orchard, in the direction the building is supposed to be::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Nods, putting the glasses back on and steps back, bumping into the counselor.:: CNS:  Sorry about that.  Things kind of jump out at you.
TO_Thompson says:
::puts on her specs and looks around:: ALL: Whoa!
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Manages not to jump as the scenery changes:: FCO: Its OK. :: Moves to take point:: All: Shall we?
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: Lead the way ::smiling slightly::
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Rank before beauty... :: Steps up to his left side.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::chuckles, and heads for the building, tricorder in one hand, and phaser in the other::
TO_Thompson says:
::follows the others, phaser in hand, eyes and ears alert::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Stumbles on a rock and just bites back something impolite.::  CNS:  These glasses are great for showing us what is not seen, but what is normally seen.  What if I take mine off and describe what is before us and you tell me the directions?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Sounds good. I was trying to peer under them so I could see what is directly before my feet.
FCO_Rose says:
:: With a bit of relief, removes the glasses as they were starting to give her a headache and quietly describes the ground as needed as the proceeded, taking them around rocks, holes and plants.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::leads the way over the half kilometer in short time, and pulls up short of the building:: All: Now to find an access point.
TO_Thompson says:
::keeps an eye out for any surprises::
FCO_Rose says:
:: As they stops, facing a field, she looks around.:: Amazing... absolutely amazing... ::Starts to reach for a flower only to be pulled up short by the security officer with a shake of their head.  With a sigh, puts the glasses back on.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: I wonder if you would have been able to reach whatever you were trying to reach. :: Swings his tricorder around, scanning for an access point::
TO_Thompson says:
All: I'm not sure I trust anything I see or don't see. Even with the glasses.
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  That or set off an alarm warning someone.  But it is soooo tempting.  :: Looks longingly at the flower to test the idea.::
FCO_Rose says:
TO:  Well, we are going to have to trust something or go back.
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: I'm just following you, watching your back. 
TO_Thompson says:
:: Chuckles lightly::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Points to the left:: All: That way. ::starts walking along the outside of the building::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Follows the CNS after glancing around::
FCO_Rose says:
TO:  Thanks... :: Turns to follow, wondering what the counselor was seeing.::
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: You're welcome
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Slows as the reach a corner:: All: According to the tricorder, there is a door around the corner. ::leans forward to peer around the corner, not quite trusting the tricorder, even though it is set to scan like the glasses they are wearing::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Peers to see him holding a tricorder from the Chameleon::  CNS:  Darn, I need one of those.  :: Peers around him.::
TO_Thompson says:
::keeps an eye on their backs and anything that might appear behind them::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: All Chameleon equipment has to stay on the Chameleon. ::slips around the corner and sidles up to the access point::

ACTION:  The TO hears a sniffing down at his feet.

TO_Thompson says:
::glances at her feet hearing a sniffing sound::
TO_Thompson says:
ALL: What ?! ::sees a doglike animal sniffing her feet::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks behind her::  TO:  Be careful... you don't want yourself or... it... to set off any alarms.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::turns to look:: TO: Make a friend? ::turns his attention back to the access point, scanning it with his tricorder:: FCO: I'm guessing their decryption would be something similar to what we found on the stones?
TO_Thompson says:
::trying not to startle the animal::: FCO: Don't worry, not going to, I hope. CNS: I hope so
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Give it a try...  And ummm... I don't suppose you have that invisible talent in hand yet?  Could come in hand here.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::shakes his head:: FCO: That invisible talent is only at moments of great stress or anger it seems. ::sets the tricorder to scan the pad outside the door and broadcast a signal to open the door::
TO_Thompson says:
::watches the animal, trying not to make any sudden moves:: ALL: any luck?

ACTION:  The sounds of clicking can barely be heard before an opening appears, showing what appears to be the field they say earlier.

FCO_Rose says:
:: Raises and eyebrow.::  CNS/TO:  I see the outline of a door, but it looks just like we see without the glasses.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: This is strange. :: Removes his glasses, to see if that helps::

ACTION:  The outlines of the doorway vanish from the counselors view.

FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Well... do we go in?  I doubt the door will stay open for long.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Puts his glasses back on:: All: Going through. :: Steps forward::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Crosses her fingers and follows through.::

Scenery:  As they enter into the room, they find themselves in a small foyer, decorated to look like a field of flowers.  Just to the side, is another entryway.

TO_Thompson says:
:: Follows the others and looks around::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Hearing the door swoosh close behind her, she looks the room over.::  Ingenious.  If anyone were watching, they would still only see flowers.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Clever. :: Walks over to the other entryway, scanning ahead with the tricorder set to maximum::
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: Interesting for sure. ::glancing down realizing she'd been followed:: All: Looks like I've gained a shadow.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks down a bit concerned, not thinking that very wise.::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Notices the look on the FCOs face:: FCO: It wasn't my idea
FCO_Rose says:
TO:  Maybe you should... do something with it?
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: Like … what? 
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Glances over his shoulder, but says nothing about the canine-like creature:: All: This hallway scans clear. We should find an office or a lab or something so we can find out what they do here.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Bites her lip, not wanting to be mean.::  TO:  I don't know.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Does a quick scan herself.:: CNS:  Looks like there are various levels underground too.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Ok, first order of business... we need a layout of this building so we know where we are and where we hope to end up.
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: I don't want to frighten .. whatever it is, don't need it turning on us or alerting anyone we're here so I'm willing to keep the shadow if it's quiet. ::nods to the CNS::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
TO: I'd hate to have to silence it because it might betray our presence and position.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Shakes her head at Thompson and turns back to the counselor.::  CNS: The layout is not that hard, but what each room is, will be.  So far, most of this level has few people in it.  And I have no idea what that means.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Keeps his mental scans at maximum:: FCO: I'm keeping tabs of people coming close as much as my senses can warn.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Sighs frustrated and tries to ignore the sniffing creature at her feet:: 
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: I'm hoping to get a directory listing of the building, and we can know what each area is for. :: Edges along to a door, scanning mentally and with his tricorder:: All: Seems empty. ::tries to open the door::
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  An access station?  I hope it is that easy.  :: Follows::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Scans the room as they pile in:: FCO: One can hope. But any computer terminal can be made to sit up and beg.
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  By you... :: Looks curious::  Can I see it do that?
TO_Thompson says:
:: Follows the two and followed by her shadow, muttering to herself:: Creature: go away ... please.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Places the tricorder on the desk next to the terminal and punches a few buttons:: FCO: I'm trusting this tricorder to do the job. I'm not THAT clued up.
FCO_Rose says:
TO:  Too late now.  Either put it to sleep or hang on to it.  Are you wearing any special kind of perfume that is attracting it?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
TO: Watch the door and corridor.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Taps a few more buttons and watches the terminal screen avidly::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Watching::  CNS: I really want one of those tricorders.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods:: FCO: Me too...

ACTION:  The terminal produces very general information.

TO_Thompson says:
FCO: No ::Picks up the creature and holds it close hoping it doesn't freak out:: CNS: Yes sir.

ACTION:  The creature begins to lick the security officer wherever it can.  It’s tongue is very raspy.

FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Anything we can use?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Scans the information:: All: Nothing seems to be relevant. ::sighs:: We need to go down a few levels it seems.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Tries not to laugh at being licked and holds it away from her:: 
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Do you now what you are looking for?  This place must be full of secrets and none to easy to access.  :: Looks at her tricorder.:: There are 6 levels down.  I would say the 6th level is the most protected area and best used for serious work or for prisoners.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Tucks the creature against her body, trying to keep the hand with her phaser free as she listens and watches::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Sighs:: FCO: I have a general idea of the virus composition. Nothing complete, or this trip would have been unnecessary. I'm guessing this would be a level 6 project... but we should stop off on level 4.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looking curiously at Thompson, moves to the door.:: CNS: Four is my favorite number.
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: You want to hold ... it? ::isn't happy about having to play babysitter .. to whatever it was either:: CNS: It's your show.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Leads the way out into the corridor again, after making sure its empty, looking around for a lift or stairs or something to take them deeper into the compound::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Follows keeping an ear and an eye out behind them, glad her friend quieted down for now::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Shakes her head at the TO, and is quite glad the counselor volunteered to come along and take control of things.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Makes his way down the corridor, until they reach a set of doors that look like they could be that of a lift:: All: Cross your fingers. ::reaches out and presses the only button visible.::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Watches as the doors open::  CNS:  Am I being overly suspicious or around Gary too much?  This all seems too simple.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Continues to glance behind them, not totally trusting that they have not been noticed:: FCO: I agree.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Enters the cage of the lift:: FCO: I'm a paranoid as the next SF officer, but if it seems to be going our way, lets go with it...
TO_Thompson says:
:: Waits for the FCO to enter the lift::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Steps in with a mutter from an ancient movie.::  1st floor, lingerie, second weapon, third death...
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Pushes the fourth button from the top:: FCO: Stop being so skeptical We can stop on the second floor and get more weapons... ::stuffs the tricorder in his pouch and pulls the knife::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Chuckles at that.::  CNS:  As long as we skip 3rd.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Places the critter on the floor at her feet and makes sure her phaser is handy::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Yeah, we go to fourth... fluffy bunnies and smiles.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Laughs quietly at the CNS and the FCO::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks down at the critter::  Critter:  That does not mean you.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Stands at the ready for the doors to open, scanning ahead mentally::
TO_Thompson says:
FCO: Good luck telling it to stay
FCO_Rose says:
:: Takes a deep steadying breath and stands off to the side of the lift, looking seriously at her tricorder.::  CNS/TO: I am reading a group in the vicinity of our lift on the 4th floor.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Nods at the FCO:: All: I'm as ready as I'm ever going to be.
FCO_Rose says:
:: As the lift stops, she holds the doors from opening.::  CNS:  What about sending the critter out first to distract them?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Perhaps we shouldn't stand in the doorway as the doors open. ::moves to stand to one side of the doors, hoping for a little bit of cover, closing his eyes and scanning mentally:: FCO: It just had to run out...
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
TO: Think you can get it to run out and draw the group away?
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: I can try ::tries to coax the creature to leave the lift ahead of them::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Takes her finger off the button and watches the creature, hearing the talk of whoever not far away.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::Wonders if he should try and give it a mental poke... its never worked before, but there is a first time for everything::

ACTION:  The creature scurries to sit on top of the TO's feet.

TO_Thompson says:
:: Mutters and kneels down picking up the creature:: Creature:: come on, help us out here ::placing it before the door and giving it a nudge::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Hears the talking stop and looks with worry at Varesh.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Whispers:: All: Be ready... it can turn into a firefight.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Barely heard:: CNS:  Next floor?  :: Hears boot steps coming toward them.::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Grumbles and prepares for the worst::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Nods, says nothing and punches the button, willing the doors to close before anybody sees them::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Hearing a shout, almost slumps to the floor in relief as the doors close and they head down.::  CNS:  You don't honestly think they are not going to send someone to investigate?  :: Looks up and points to the upper access way.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: We climb up there and hope they think its a malfunction of the lifts?
FCO_Rose says:
CNS: I could do a quick program sending the lift all over the place.  But we won't have much time.
TO_Thompson says:
ALL: That's an idea; maybe they'll think my friend activated it somehow? :: Points to the creature::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Do it. :: Reaches up and opens the access hatch:: TO: I'll boost you up first.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Kneels down, quickly taking off the panel and sets the lift on testing, which would send it to random sites.::
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: Ok ::Holsters her weapon and climbs up on top of the lift with the help of the CNS::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Come Bri, I'll boost you, and the two of you can pull me up.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Quickly putting the panel back on, grunts as she catches her finger.::   Rushing only makes mistakes... ::Sighs and stands up, turning to the counselor.::  CNS:  Ready.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Boosts her up through the panel:: FCO: I'll kiss it better as soon as I can. :: Smiles and jumps to catch hold of the opening as Bri turns to look down at him::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Kneels on the top of the lift to help the CNS up::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Catching her breath, she grabs for his hand and helps to pull him up.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Clambers through the access hatch and replaces the cover:: All: And now we cower for a while and wait. :: Sighs::
TO_Thompson says:
::sits back on her heels:: 
FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Actually, we might want to get as far from here as possible.  Did you want to go down or find another access way to 4th?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Fourth might be risky, with those guys looking around. 5th? Or right down to the basement?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Hears weapons fire and cringes, hoping the creature did not pay for their being there.  Looks with concern at Varesh.::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Frowns and glances below::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Catches Bri's look, and grimaces:: All: We need to get off this lift, and on with our mission. I don't want to get caught, and hopefully we can accomplish it and get out of here.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Nods silently hoping that an innocent didn't die for their actions::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Motions to an access way and makes her way through it.::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Motions for the CNS to go through ahead of her::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Nods and follows Bri, giving Thompson an encouraging smile::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Sighs and follows trying to pull her thoughts back to the task at hand::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Crawling till she finds a vertical access way, she heads down, not thinking of the innocent creature, after all, it could have escaped and they were just firing into the lift out of caution.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Keeps following Bri, pausing to scan with the tricorder, then climbs down after her::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Glances back the way they came before following the two down the ladder::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Stops at the next level and slips into the horizontal access way, pausing to wait for the others.::  CNS/TO:  This is still to simple.
TO_Thompson says:
FCO/CNS: I agree; things are too easy.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: I am wont to agree with you... but short of beaming back to the Chameleon and giving up on this at all - what do you propose?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Bites her lower lip::  CNS:  Can I check something out real quick?  I want to have something beamed back to the ship... just to make sure it is possible...
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods:: FCO: Good to keep avenues open.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Keeps her eyes and ears open as the two talk::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Reaches into her pocket for something useless and comes up with a hanky.  With a shrug, places it in front of her and request the ship to beam it aboard.::

ACTION:  There is a moment of silence, and then a flash of light.  The handkerchief is gone.

FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks at Varesh:: CNS:  That was weird.  Was it supposed to do that?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Shakes his head:: FCO: That's definitely not right. I think we're stuck until we can get outside again.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Glances at the two and immediately around the area, really uncomfortable::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Wants very much to mutter something rude in celtic, but holds her tongue.::  CNS/TO:  Then it is the fifth floor.  Did I mention that is not one of my favorite numbers?  :: Makes her way to an access panel.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: We could skip 5 and head straight for 6?
TO_Thompson says:
:: Keeps her thoughts to herself:: CNS/FCO: I go where you go, just point me in the general direction and leave out the alien critters please.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
TO: Welcome to the world of wierd that all SF officers experience sometime or another. :: Smiles::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Pauses::  CNS:  In for a gram, in for a kilogram.
TO_Thompson says:
:: Laughs:: CNS: Leave it to SF.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: Then I say we go for level six, and hope to all that is sacred to us that we hit jackpot and can get out without a hitch.
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: Isn't that hoping for a lot? 
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
TO: I've always been the optimistic sort.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Without thinking, makes her way down to the next level, pausing to get her breath.::  CNS/TO:  Is it me or is the air a bit thin around here?
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: I just don't like not knowing what we're up against.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Sniffs:: FCO: Thin?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Shakes her head::  CNS:  Must be me.  I guess a more regimented workout for me.  :: Feels her heart beating faster as if it were trying to run away.  Points to the access way::  Do you read anything?
TO_Thompson says:
:: Stops and thinks about what the FCO said and looks at her:: 
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Pulls out the tricorder and scans the area, augmenting his mental scans::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Looks expectantly at Varesh at the same time, ordering her heart to slow down.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Looks at the readings:: All: It seems that there is a difference in atmospheric composition out there... lower oxygen content for some reason. Breathing is going to be a bit difficult. I wonder why though?
FCO_Rose says:
:: Shakes her head, simply glad it is not her.::  CNS:  Maybe it is not needed as there is little kept down here?  Or something else is kept down here... :: Bites her bottom lip.::  Anyone about?  Shall we go?
TO_Thompson says:
CNS: That's strange; I wonder what would make it lower?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: I'm thinking its because of what is stored here... ::briefly closes his eyes again:: No-one about.
FCO_Rose says:
:: Reaches over to slowly open the access panel, peeking out as she does so. Quietly::  I don't see anything...
TO_Thompson says:
:: Listens and looks around her again:: 
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Pokes his head out into the corridor:: All: Seems deserted for the moment... Bri, I'm thinking there might be masks around for this atmosphere? What you think?

ACTION:  At the hissing sound of gas being released, the FCO turns around to see the tunnels they had just left filling up.

FCO_Rose says:
CNS:  Commander...
TO_Thompson says:
:: Jumps at the sudden hissing and looks around::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Quickly makes her way into the corridor.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Jumps out into the corridor, pulling Thompson out after him and slams the access panel::

ACTION:  As the gas touches the TO, she feels a tearing pain enter her.

TO_Thompson says:
:: Screams in pain, and doubles over::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Watches in horror as Thompson begins to dissolve before her eyes.::::
TO_Thompson says:
:: Dissolves, still screaming then is gone::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Stands back as the horrible scene plays before him::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
FCO: I want out of here... now. You with me? :: Turns looking for the lift::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Barely hears the counselor.::

ACTION:  It takes a moment for the counselor to note the lights have dimmed to red and the distant ring of an alert is sounding.

CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Takes Bri's shoulders and gives her a little shake:: FCO: Bri... ::notices the changes in lighting and the sound in the background:: Brianna Rose, we have to get out of here.

ACTION:  The gas pours into the corridor.

FCO_Rose says:
:: Nods, swallowing hard and forcing herself to react.::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Heads away from the gas, following the counselor.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Pulls her along, ahead of the gas, frantically searching for the lift doors::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Finding it harder and harder to breath, as if the gas were using up all the oxygen.::
FCO_Rose says:
:: Stumbles into the counselor.::  CNS:  Varesh... I... can't breath...
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
:: Takes labored breaths himself:: FCO: I... know... have to... get to... lift, or... we're dead.

ACTION:  As the couple makes it to the end of the corridor, a lift is in sight.   They pause only to watch it open upon a group of fully armed men with gas masks.  The FCO faints from lack of enough oxygen.

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