Host Steve says:
-@-@-@-@-  RESUME MISSION -@-@-@-@-

CTO_Terr says:
::walks up to the CO::

CO_Krust says:
:: addressing senior staff::

CO_Krust says:
CTO: What is it, Andrew?

XO_Krieg says:
::happy to be back in uniform. reviewing PADD and waiting to talk to CO::

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Permission to return to the ship once your breifing is over.  I would like to use the ship's computer.

FCO_Braun says:
:: listening to the Captain carefully as he addresses the staff ::

CO_Krust says:
CTO: In a moment.  I would like to split up and investigate both families.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Aye, Captain.

OPSFowler says:
::listening to the CO::

XO_Krieg says:
::looks at crew::

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  THE SHUTTECRAFT OSIRIS GLIDES THROUGH WARP, QUICKLY APPROACHING THE NEW PRUSSIAN PROTECTORATE

XO_Krieg says:
XO: Sir, It may help our science department if we secure samples of the weaponry supplied to the lost companies.

CO_Krust says:
ALL: We are expecting a new officer.  She should prove useful in this investigation.

CNS_Aeryn says:
@Shuttle FCO: How much longer?

CSO_Fist says:
::waiting for orders, still trying to breathe in dress uniform::

CTO_Terr says:
CO: She is slightly telepathic.  Maybe I should meet her and fill her in, and it would also give me a chance to use the computers.

Host Steve says:
@  <ShuttleFCO>  CNS: We are approaching the system now, Sir.

CO_Krust says:
XO: Agreed, First. See to it.

XO_Krieg says:
CO: If they are in truth defective, we may have concrete proof of a cover up.

XO_Krieg says:
CO: Thank you, sir.

CNS_Aeryn says:
@Shuttle FCO: I have strong feelings of useless death here.

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  THE OSIRIS GLIDES OUT OF WARP, AND SEEN IN ORBIT AROUND NEW PRUSSIA ARE 4 VESSELS - 3 NEW PRUSSIAN FRIGATES, AND ONE DEFIANT CLASS ESCORT

Host Steve says:
@  <ShuttleFCO>  CNS: Looks like there is a little bit of traffic, sir....plotting landing vector now.

CO_Krust says:
CSO: Scan that knife down to the sub- atomic level. We may need to recreate it.

CNS_Aeryn says:
@Shuttle FCO: Very well.

CSO_Fist says:
CO: On it, sir.

XO_Krieg says:
CO: Sir, I'd like to take Mr. Fist on this assignment.  His scientific expertise would be useful.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::sits back using Vulcan patience::

CO_Krust says:
ALL: We will form two teams. Mr. Terrance is with me. We will visit the Paulus'.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Aye, Captain.

Host Steve says:
@  <ShuttleFCO>  ::gets landing clearence for the Pharaoh::

CTO_Terr says:
::checks sidearm::

CO_Krust says:
XO: Very well. Will you require Jakob or Nancy? If not, I would require their services.

CTO_Terr says:
<PO_KIBBLE> *Osiris* : You are cleared into the shuttlebay. Watch that traffic out there.

FCO_Braun says:
:: looks up at the mention of his name ::

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  SLIDING UP UNDERNEATH THE PHARAOH, THE OSIRIS LANDS GENTLY, SETTLING INTO THE TINY SHUTTLEBAY

XO_Krieg says:
CO: No, sir. Mr. Fist and I can secure the samples.

OPSFowler says:
::wondering which team she will be on::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::prepares to disembark::

Host Steve says:
@  <ShuttleFCO>  CNS:  We've landed - cleared to disembark.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::primping a bit::

CNS_Aeryn says:
@ShuttleFCO:  Thank you.

CO_Krust says:
CSO: Is your analysis complete? If so, give Andrew the knife.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Shall we walk, sir, or have the Pharaoh beam us to the door of the Paulus household?

Host Steve says:
@  <ShuttleFCO>  ::goes back to getting the shuttle ready::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::heads for shuttle door::

CSO_Fist says:
::throws knife at CTO:: CTO: Think fast!

CO_Krust says:
COM: Pharaoh: When our new officer arrives beam her to our location.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::disembarks into shuttlebay::

XO_Krieg says:
XO: Mr. Fist, once your analysis of the blade is complete,  you're with me. We will make our way to a supply depot and secure the samples.

CTO_Terr says:
::catches knife in midflight::

Host Steve says:
<Kibble> COM: CO:  Understood, Captain. Her shuttle just landed.

CTO_Terr says:
CSO: Mr Fist, you have to get up a lot earlier to stab me in the face!

CNS_Aeryn says:
::looking around::

Host Steve says:
<Bits>  Cns:  Ensign Zhaan?

CSO_Fist ::downloads analysis to Scince Lab:: (TranComplete.wav)

CNS_Aeryn says:
<Bits>: Yes.

OPSFowler says:
::wonders what the new Counselor will be like::

CSO_Fist says:
::follows the XO::

Host Steve says:
<Bits>  Chief Petty Officer Kate Bits.  Captain K'rust has asked that you beam down to his position immediately. I'll see that your personal affects are unloaded.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: That's all we need, sir, a counselor.  Sure, she'll be good for scanning people, but counselors scare me more than a regiment of Jem Haddar shock troops!

CNS_Aeryn says:
Bits: Alright.  Thank you.

FCO_Braun says:
:: looks at CTO and smirks :: CTO: Scared...?  By a counselor...?

CTO_Terr says:
FCO: We're all scared of something, Lieutenant. Even me.

OPSFowler says:
::walks over to Andrew:: CTO: They scare a big strong guy like you? ::eyes opened wide in mock horror::

CO_Krust says:
CTO: That is why she's here; for you. ::laughs::

FCO_Braun says:
:: smiles :: CTO:  Okay, Andrew, I believe you.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: You did this on purpose, didn't you, sir?

CO_Krust says:
CTO: You really need to address these unreasonable fears, Andrew.

XO_Krieg says:
CSO: Mr. Fist, once we are at the depot, use your rank.  It's all they will understand.

CTO_Terr says:
All: Spiders and shrinks; that's all, nothing else.

Host Steve says:
<Bits>  CNS:  Are you familiar with the Defiant Class, sir?

XO_Krieg says:
::heads to public transporter::

CNS_Aeryn says:
Bits: No, not completely.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Will the counselor be coming to the Paulus residence with us, sir?

CSO_Fist says:
XO: Aye. ::goes with XO::

CO_Krust says:
COM: Pharaoh : Today, chief!

Host Steve says:
<Bits>  CNS:  Take the turbolift up to Deck 1.  Transporter Room 1 is right off the bridge.

CO_Krust says:
CTO: Without a doubt.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Whoopee, sir!

CNS_Aeryn says:
Bits: Thank you.

XO_Krieg says:
# ::fiddles with his PADD:: CSO: Can you simulate requisition orders; transfers from the depot to the ship?

CNS_Aeryn says:
::heads for turbolift::

Host Steve says:
<Bits>  CNS:  Welcome aboard.  ::heads off to unload things::

CO_Krust says:
FCO/OPS: I expect you to keep your eyes open as well. ::slaps Jakob on the shoulder::

OPSFowler says:
CO: Aye, sir. Always.

FCO_Braun says:
:: grins :: CO:  Aye, Captain. You can always count on me.

CSO_Fist says:
# XO: Absolutely.  ::begins forgery::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::takes turbo to Deck 1::

CO_Krust says:
::gives a smile to OPS as well::

CTO_Terr says:
*Kibble* : Erwin, keep a lock on us at all times and pull us out if it looks like we're in a hairy situation.  We don't know how the Paulus family might react.

XO_Krieg says:
# ::stops outside of transporter and looks around::  CSO: I  suppose that it's always been this way.

CO_Krust says:
ALL: As always.

OPSFowler says:
::grins back at the CO::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::gets off turbolift, thinks, ah, right to work::

CSO_Fist says:
# ::nods solemnly::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::enters transporter room::

Host Steve ACTION:  THE COUNSELOR DISAPPEARS INTO A TRANSPORTER BEAM AND APPEARS JUST IN FRONT OF THE CAPTAIN (Transporter.wav)

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO: Hello, sir.  Ens. Zhaan here.

XO_Krieg says:
#CSO: Ready with those orders?

CTO_Terr says:
::looks up to see the new COuncellor take shape and thinks, wow!::

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO: Reporting for duty.

CO_Krust says:
CNS: Welcome.  Ensign Zhaan, is it? 

FCO_Braun says:
:: sees the new counselor arrive ::

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  VON KRIEG AND FIST ARRIVE AT THE MAIN NEW PRUSSIAN ARMORY - A SEVERE LOOKING BUILDING, IN THE TRUE GERMAN MILITARY TRADITION

CO_Krust says:
:: introduces CTO, FCO, OPS::

CTO_Terr says:
CNS: Leuitenant Andrew Terrance, Ensign.  Cheif Tactical Officer and Security Chief.  You have any problems, let me know.

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO: Yes, sir.

CSO_Fist says:
# ::receiving print-out:: XO: Ready.

OPSFowler says:
CNS: Nice to meet you.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::cringes inwardly, feeling the misery around her::

CO_Krust says:
CNS: Your arrival could not have come at a better time.

FCO_Braun says:
CNS:  It is a pleasure to meet you.

CNS_Aeryn says:
Ops: Thank you.  Nice to meet you, also.

XO_Krieg says:
# ::narrows his eyes::  CSO: Let's go. Right through the front door.

CNS_Aeryn says:
FCO: A pleasure  ::bows slightly to all::

CO_Krust says:
ALL: We will brief the counselor on the way. Let's move out.

CSO_Fist says:
# ::puffs up chest and nods::

OPSFowler says:
::walks next to the ensign:: CNS: Welcome. Don't mind these guys. Their barks are worse than their bites.  ::gives a small laugh::

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Aye, Captain.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::follows, looking and taking in all::

CO_Krust says:
:: heads towards the Paulus' house::

XO_Krieg says:
::starts through the facility's door::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::smiles gently at OPS::

FCO_Braun says:
:: follows captain ::

OPSFowler says:
::following the CO::

CTO_Terr says:
::walks beside the CO:: Sir, do you think the Paulus family might be a little nasty toward us?

CSO_Fist says:
::enters with confidence::

OPSFowler says:
CNS: If you need anything, just holler. Name's Nancy.

Host Steve says:
#  <ArmorySGT>  ::notices 2 Starfleet Officers walk in::

CNS_Aeryn says:
OPS: Thank you.

OPSFowler says:
::gives the ensign a quick nod::

XO_Krieg says:
# ::notices sergeant::

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO:  You were going to brief me, sir?

CTO_Terr says:
CNS: And don't always listen to her, ensign. She likes to insult us any chance she can get.

CSO_Fist says:
# ::glares suspiciously at the desk clerk::

CO_Krust says:
CNS: You will answer that question for us, Ensign. Any hidden hostility, let it be known; quietly.

Host Steve says:
#  <SGT>  XO:  Can I help you...,  ::gives them an appraising look::  ....Gentlemen?

OPSFowler says:
CTO: Just wait, Andrew. ::glares at him with crossed eyes::

CSO_Fist says:
# ::standing; arms akimbo::

CTO_Terr says:
OPS: Who's bark is worse than who's bite, Nancy?

OPSFowler says:
CTO: Oh, wouldn't you like to know.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::sinks into the minds of the Paulus group::

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO: Aye, sir.

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  THE PAULUS RESIDENCE IS QUITE EXPANSIVE, A VERITABLE FORTRESS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE CITY

CO_Krust says:
CTO: To business!  We are here on the pretence of returning the knife.

XO_Krieg says:
# ::bristling:: SGT: You will address me as Commander, Sergeant!  You should have stopped us before we even entered the facility. Such sloppiness from a non-commisioned officer is unexcusable!

CO_Krust says:
:: rings chime::

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Aye, sir. And if these are the perpetrators, can we give the knife to the XO to ram into the heart of the Paulus'?

OPSFowler says:
::straightens up, but is thinking of ways to get even with Andrew::

CSO_Fist says:
# ::harrumphs::

Host Steve says:
# <SGT>  ::snaps to attention...obviously, everything he heard about Starfleet Officers was incorrect::  XO:  Sir!

CTO_Terr says:
::looks at OPS and smiles, knowing that she is fuming with him::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::whispers to CO::  CO: Sir, they are feeling tense and on guard.

CO_Krust says:
CTO: In time, Andrew.

CTO_Terr says:
CNS: So are we, Counselor.

CO_Krust says:
:: speaks into the portal::

CSO_Fist says:
# ::looks around:: SGT: Who's in charge here?!

CO_Krust says:
PORTAL: I am Captain K'rust of the USS Pharaoh. We have found property that apparently belongs to you.

Host Steve says:
# <SGT>  CSO:  Colonel Fredrich, Sir!

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  THE DOOR TO THE GATES SLIDE OPEN, ALLOWING THE TEAM ENTRY

XO_Krieg says:
#::looks the sergeant up and down:: SGT: Were is the requisitions officer? Quickly! We are here to resupply our vessel.

CO_Krust says:
:: motions team to follow::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::follows::

OPSFowler says:
::thinking to herself, this is almost too easy::

Host Steve says:
# <SGT> ::pages the requisition officer::

CTO_Terr says:
::mutters, Into the jaws of death, rode the six hundred::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::whispers to FCO:: FCO: I heard that!

XO_Krieg says:
# SGT: I will have a word with your Colonel if time permits.

CO_Krust says:
::whispers:: CNS: Mind open, if you please.

Host Steve says:
#  <SGT>  XO:  Yes, SIR!  ::pages the Armory's Commanding Officer::

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO: Aye, sir.

FCO_Braun says:
:: whispers:: CNS:  Ooops, sorry. ::blushes::

CSO_Fist says:
# ::taps foot impatiently::

Host Steve says:
<ErichPaulus>  ::steps from the main building and approaches the CO::

CO_Krust says:
:: approaches the man just appearing::

Host Steve says:
#  <ColFredrich>  ::walks out, a portly man - a few too many steins of New Prussian Bock::

CTO_Terr says:
::notes the tall man appraoching with a proud stride, indicative of a German::

XO_Krieg says:
# ::with grim humor::  CSO: New Prussian efficiency must be a myth.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::opens mind completely and feels the tension of it all::

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  CO:  I am Erich Paulus - can I help you?  This is most unexpected.

CSO_Fist says:
#  :: gives the Colonel the undeserved respect of his rank::

CTO_Terr says:
::thinks, damn right it is::

Host Steve says:
#  <ColF>  XO/CSO:  Gentlemen...can I help you?

CNS_Aeryn says:
::whispers to CTO:: CTO: Shame...

CO_Krust says:
Erich: I am Captain K'rust. Forgive the intrusion, but we have found something that belongs to you.

CTO_Terr says:
::thinks to the CNS::  CNS:  ~~~At least I haven't hit him, yet.~~~

CO_Krust says:
CTO: Andrew?

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  ::his white eyebrows furrow::  CO:  Really?

XO_Krieg says:
# ::snaps to:: COL: Sir, Cdr. Arroyo and Lt. Fist;  USS Pharoah. We are here to replenish our weapons cache.

CTO_Terr says:
::presents the knife:: Paulus: Here you are, sir.  I believe this is yours.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::whispers:: CO: Sir, he is extremely nervous.

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  ::eyebrows furrow::  XO:  I've recieved no such orders.

CO_Krust says:
Erich: We have some questions regarding this weapon.

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  ::takes the offered knife:: All:  Where did you find this?

CNS_Aeryn says:
::whispers:: CO: About what, exactly, is unreadable.

CSO_Fist says:
# ::shoves papers into the Colonel's fat face::

CO_Krust says:
:: nods barely::

XO_Krieg says:
# ::gestures to CSO:  COL: Sir, orders.

CTO_Terr says:
::thinks:: CNS: ~~~Try not to do it so obviously.~~~

Host Steve says:
#  ::snatches the PADD from the CSO::  CSO:  Mind your place..., ::notices the pips:: ...Lieutenant!  You Federation types didn't do us any favors during the war.

CO_Krust says:
Erich: It was found at the services today.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::thinks, ahhhhh::

CTO_Terr says:
::thinks he was a little harsh; then thinks, it's your first day; you'll learn; don't worry::

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  ::reads the PADD::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::smiles::

CSO_Fist says:
# COL: You're still here, aren't you?

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  ::looks the knife over::  At the services you say?  Unusual.

CTO_Terr says:
Paulus: SIr, I am afriad it is my duty to ask you. Where were you at the time of the services?

XO_Krieg says:
# ::harshly:: CSO: Lt.!

CSO_Fist says:
# ::backs off, grudgingly::

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  I cant say the same for over 1 million New Prussian militamen.  No thanks to your leadership's ignorance!  This way.  ::heads back into the armory::

CSO_Fist says:
# ::raises eyebrows and follows::

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  St George's Cathedral - for the funeral services of some close family friends.

CO_Krust says:
:: tries to think to the CNS::  ~~~Detect lies!~~~

CNS_Aeryn says:
::tucks hair behind her lovely Vulcan ears::

CTO_Terr says:
Paulus: Mr Paulus, I do take it you have witnesess?  ::thinks to the CNS:: CNS: ~~~Is he lying?~~~

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  CTO:  I have nearly 300 witnesses to that effect.

CTO_Terr says:
Paulus: Another question, sir.  Do you or any of your family have any reason to murder a Starfleet officer?

OPSFowler says:
::trying to read the man's body language::

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  THE XO AND CSO ARE STOPPED BY THE COLONEL AT A SECURITY CHECKPOINT, RIGHT BY THE TURBOLIFTS.  THE MP'S REQUEST THEIR SIDEARMS

CNS_Aeryn says:
::whispers incognito:: CO: Sir, he is being truthful.

XO_Krieg says:
#COL: Sir, your facility is spotless. ::swallows pride:: I've never seen a Starfleet ship that is so organized.

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  ::stunned::  CTO:  When did this happen?  With this?  ::shows blade::

CTO_Terr says:
Paulus: I managed to stop the event before it occured. And yes, sir, it was this blade that was used.

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  XO: Well, with the war, we've had so much material coming in and out of here - we are just now getting things back into a peace-time mode of organization. Please, check your Phasers here.

CSO_Fist says:
# ::doesn't want to surrender his weapon, looks at the XO::

CO_Krust says:
Erich: Indeed, you understand our concern? we're not here to blame. Just see the truth.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::standing at ease, but poised for action, if needed::

XO_Krieg says:
#::glances at Fist::

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  Well, this blade was stolen from my residence about, oh, 3 days ago. It belonged to my great-great-great-great-great grandfather.

CTO_Terr says:
Erich: Sir, I will warn you now that if you withhold any information and we find out that you did, our next meeting will not be as polite.

XO_Krieg says:
# ::surrenders sidearm::

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  XO/CSO:  Some things in here dont react well to weapon fire.

CO_Krust says:
CTO: Andrew! 

CTO_Terr says:
Erich: It looks like a very expensive and, as you said, old knife. Did you file a theft report?

CSO_Fist says:
# ::knowing protocol, reluctantly relinquishes his phaser::

CTO_Terr says:
::looks at CO and nods in apology::

CNS_Aeryn says:
::takes a deep breath, thinking mindfulness::

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  CTO:  How dare you!  ::looks over the Starfleet Officers::  Dont you think you all have done enough?!  Of course I filled a report. Ask the Constable!   Now...,  ::his voice trembling::  ...I must ask you to leave.

CTO_Terr says:
::looks at CNS to see if he is lying::

XO_Krieg says:
#COL: May we proceed, sir?

OPSFowler says:
::notices the flush in his face and glances over to the CO and the CNS::

CTO_Terr says:
::notes the tremble in his voice::

CO_Krust says:
Erich: As I said, we only seek the truth. The would-be victim is very close to us.

Host Steve says:
ACTION:  THE COLONEL ESCORTS FIST AND VON KRIEG INTO THE TURBOLIFT, AND THE CAR DESCENDS INTO THE ARMORY

CTO_Terr says:
::walks a step closer to Paulus::

Host Steve says:
<Erich>  CO:  Thank you for returning this.  ::gives the officers one last withering glance and turns smartly on his heels and storms off::

CTO_Terr says:
Paulus: Mr Paulus, you must understand. We will get to the bottom of this.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::senses decieptful whispers:: CO: Although he is being truthful, he still hides something.

CSO_Fist says:
# COL: Here is a list of what we'll be needing.

CTO_Terr says:
CO: If she says he's hiding something, I want to find it out, sir.  Permission to do so?

CO_Krust says:
:: places hand on CTO's shoulder:: CTO: I think we have enough.

XO_Krieg says:
# COL: I understand about the weapons, sir.  We had problems with thermal reactions in our hand weapons.

Host Steve says:
<Erich> ::slams the heavy oak door shut, leaving the AT in the open courtyard::

CO_Krust says:
::motions the rest  to follow::

CTO_Terr says:
All: I'd like to...

OPSFowler says:
::moves over toward the FCO:: FCO: Jakob, even I can see that something isn't right here.

XO_Krieg says:
# COL: Stray fire would cause problems.

CNS_Aeryn says:
::follows CO and crew::

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  As have we. New designs...  bah!  The old Von Zunker Weapons were fine...good, sturdy...

CTO_Terr says:
CO: Permission to do something really unorthodox and slightly illegal?

FCO_Braun says:
OPS: :: whispers ::  I agree.

CO_Krust says:
::leaves courtyard and finds a quiet place to talk::

XO_Krieg says:
# COL: Easily disassembled.

OPSFowler says:
::moves closer to the CO::

CO_Krust says:
ALL: Impressions?

CSO_Fist says:
# COL: And the NEW Paulus weapons?

CTO_Terr says:
CO: He's hiding something.  I think he knows all about what happened.

Host Steve says:
#  <COL>  Yes, the new Paulus weapons do pack more of a punch.  It didnt help the lost regiments, though.

CNS_Aeryn says:
CO: Sir, he still has a secret , although I'm not sure exactly what.

Host Steve says:
-@-@-@-@-  PAUSE MISSION -@-@-@-@-