QIb lutmey

The QIb Chronicles
<<<<<<<< RESUME MISSION >>>>>>>>>
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: in the shower washing off blood and guts ::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::In Sickbay::
CMO_Kymar says:
::stands up and walks out of Sickbay, his lab coat swishing behind him as he enters the TL:: TL: Bridge.
CO_Q`tor says:
FCO: You have a course laid in for Bajor?
FCO says:
CO: Aye sir, course laid in.
Aide_T`Zal says:
::taps the com-badge on her civilian overall:: *CIV* Ambassador, may I inquire as to your immediate plans?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::  steps out of the shower drying off ::
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: You have transmitted our course to Star Fleet?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::in science lab 1..... still studying the artifacts::
OPS says:
CO: Aye sir.
SO_Nalot says:
::on the bridge, covering the science station::
CO_Q`tor says:
FCO: Plot a different course to Bajor.
CIV_Stelakh says:
*T'Zal*:  Contact Starfleet Command, inform them that I have taken custody of the Rhendus VII artifacts due to lack of security on Dyson Station, and request further orders with regard to their final destination.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: tosses her hair over her shoulder then wraps it up in a towel ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::steps off the TL and looks around for the Captain::
CIV_Stelakh says:
*CTO*:  Stelakh to Ravenprowler.
Aide_T`Zal says:
::somewhat taken aback:: *CIV* Acknowledged, sir. 
DloraH says:
:: standing at tactical ::
FCO says:
CO: Sir?
SO_Nalot says:
::truly, truly wishes there was a holder under the console for her nail varnish which is beginning to chip::
CMO_Kymar says:
::walks down into the command circle and waits for the CO to finish speaking::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::glides over to a console and touches a panel:: *OPS* Requesting a secure channel to SFC.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: rolls her eyes thinking what could he want ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
*CIV*: Yes?
CO_Q`tor says:
FCO: the course that you plotted and that has been transmitted to Starfleet....scrap it. I want an entirely different course to Bajor.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: gets dressed ::
CIV_Stelakh says:
*CTO*:  Commander, the Rhendus VII artifacts have again been housed in the Science Laboratory.  I wish to speak with you regarding the security of the artifacts at your earliest convenience.
SO_Nalot says:
::wonders if the CO has been driven on a totally different course - specifically, round the bend::
CIV_Stelakh says:
*CTO*:  I am en route there, now.
FCO says:
CO: Aye sir. ::plots a new, longer course to Bajor::
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Enters the turbolift.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: yawns ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::concentrating on the artifacts she puts on a pair of sterile gloves and starts to study them at all angles::
FCO says:
CO: Course laid in sir.
OPS_Power says:
*Aide* One moment, please
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
*CIV*: I will be there presently.
CO_Q`tor says:
FCO: Engage, warp 6.
CIV_Stelakh says:
*CTO*:  Stelakh out.
SO_Power says:
::tapping buttons on the console:: *Aide* Your secure channel is ready.
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Enters the corridor and makes his way to SciLab 1.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: looses her hair and begins combing ::
FCO says:
::engages at warp 6:: Self: And we're off!
CMO_Kymar says:
CO: Captain, I've come to give you an update on my patients. Do you have a moment?
Aide_T`Zal says:
*OPS* My thanks. ::taps a panel on her console and begins speaking in rapid-fire Vulcan::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::carefully touches the grooves in the artifact and tries to decipher the engravings::
CO_Q`tor says:
CMO: Of course Doctor. Can they answer questions?
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Notes that the CSO is with the artifacts, and steps over to a secondary console.::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Have your further studies revealed relevant information, Commander?
CMO_Kymar says:
CO: That’s the problem, Captain. I do not want to revive even the most stable one for at least another hour. Their bodies need to rest, or they won’t be of any use to anyone
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: hangs her head upside down to comb out the last of the tangles and tosses her curls down her back ::
CO_Q`tor says:
CMO: Doctor, you do realize the urgency of the situation don't you?
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Calls up the most recent scans and begins his own analysis.::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: The engravings on the artifacts.... they seem... hmmm..... not familiar but... it’s as if I've seen them before.
CMO_Kymar says:
CO: Yes, Captain. I do. I also realize the need for my patients to live beyond your questioning. They wont be able to be revived for another hour at least
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Looks at the visuals.::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Have you attempted correlation with known written languages with the computer as yet?
Aide_T`Zal says:
*CIV* T'Zal to Stelakh. SFC requests you to stand by, further orders to arrive shortly.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: Yes, they are unknown... and yet, I seem to know them.  I can't explain it.
CIV_Stelakh says:
*T'Zal*:  Understood.  Join me in Science Lab One.  Stelakh out.
CO_Q`tor says:
::is getting frustrated:: CMO: Very well Doctor. You have one hour. But I need whatever information they can provide as quickly as possible.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: starts a french braid at the crown of her head finishes braiding her hair securing the end with a leather tie and tossing her braid down her back ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods:: CO: I understand, they will be woken up in one hour
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  ::Arches a brow.::  Do they appear familiar to you as though you had seen them in some other written text?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: pull on her duty boots ::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::walks out of the Sickbay and enters a TL::
SO_Nalot says:
::co-ordinates her tapping at the console to the tune of 'Hey Mickey'::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: No. It's not so clear.  It's more... I can't explain it.  As if it spoke to me.... as if I should know it.
Aide_T`Zal says:
::leaves the TL and walks up to SciLab doors::
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Turns toward the artifacts.  Brow arched severely.::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::frowns at the artifact in her hand and squints at it::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: turns slowly in front of the mirror before folding her hands behind her back and heading for the science lab ::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::just before she enters, her badge beeps nastily, and she touches a nearby panel, reading. Her left eyebrow crawls up and up and up::
CMO_Kymar says:
::turns to the view-screen slowly, putting his hands into his pockets and sighing:: CO: Captain, what's our ETA to Bajor?
CO_Q`tor says:
::looks at the FCO for the answer to the CMO's inquiry::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::enters the SciLab and addresses Stelakh without a preamble:: CIV: Command insists on delivering the artifacts to Dyson station. They disagree with your assessment of their security conditions.
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Release the containment field on the largest component, Commander.
FCO says:
CO: Three hours at present course and speed Captain.
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  I will speak with Starfleet Command.
CO_Q`tor says:
CMO: Three hours doctor
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Commander Lorenzo, we are in agreement with regard to lacking security conditions on Dyson Station, are we not?
Aide_T`Zal says:
::does a complicated Vulcan "be my guest" gesture and points to a comm panel nearby::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::taps the console and turns off the containment field::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: exits the lift and enters Science lab one, an expectant look on her face ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: We most certainly are.  ::she replies without taking her eyes off the artifact in her hands::
SO_Nalot says:
::can't help but notice all the people in lab 1::
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods and turns away, walking halfway back to the TL:: CO: Thank you...::steps inside and orders it back to Sickbay, sighing as the doors close. "I miss home too, brother"::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  I may require your assistance with Starfleet Command, Commander.
Aide_T`Zal says:
::walks up and inspects the artifacts:: Self: Curious.
CIV_Stelakh says:
CTO:  ::Glances at her as he steps to a communications console.::  Commander Ravenprowler, I request security detail for Science Lab One.  No one to be admitted, with the exception of Commander Lorenzo, her duly noted representative, myself, you, and my aide.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: taps her com-badge scrambling delta team ::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Further, I request transporter scattering fields around the lab, as well as level nine or better containment fields be established.
Aide_T`Zal says:
::turns around and watches the CTO, an expression of very well hidden distaste on her somber features::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: You have it Mr. Stelakh
CIV_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Please understand, the artifacts we hold hold great potential as dangerous weapons.  I have not yet spoken with Captain Q'tor on my requests.  You may wish to do so before authorizing my requests.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::wonders if the lab will turn into a form of prison for her::
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Taps the console, attempting to contact Starfleet Command.::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::leans over Stelakh's shoulder and enters the frequency for the secure channel she used::
CIV_Stelakh says:
*COMM*:  SF Command:  Ambassador Stelakh of Vulcan to Starfleet Command.  Respond.

ACTION: A stern-looking Commander appears on the screen in front of Stelakh.

CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: quietly puts the request into her PADD saying nothing ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::steps out of the TL and enters Sickbay, stopped just inside the door and addressing his doctors and nurses:: All: Everyone, I want every major center of this ship to have a fully equipped MO. I want two in the main Shuttlebay, Yay Tach, Main Engineering and the Bridge. They have to be there around the clock, work the rotation out among you.
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  With whom did you speak, T'Zal.
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Regards the screen stoically.::
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SF Command:  Commander.
Aide_T`Zal says:
CIV: An Ensign by the name of Zibler, sir. This seems to be an improvement.
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods and heads into his office:: All; Get to it.
Delta_Team says:
:: musters outside Science Lab one ::
SFC_ Commander says:
@COMM: QIb: ::nods:: CIV: Ambassador.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::frowns at the artifact.... and deciphers the engraving::   Self:  The....... gateway......... will..... lead ... you....
Various_MOs says:
::shrug and start contacting the roaming doctors and off-duty people::
SFC_Commander says:
@ ::examines Stelakh for a second:: Ah... Ambassador Stelakh, isn't it?
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SFC Commander:  You are correct, Commander.  You are aware of recent events surrounding Dyson Station?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: secures containment and pings engineering for the particle scattering field ::
SFC_Commander says:
@COMM: QIb: ::snorts nasally, in best Tellarite fashion:: CIV: Events? What events? I am well aware of you not following direct orders!
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SFC Commander:  Are you aware, Commander, of the lack of security on Dyson Station?
SFC_Commander says:
@COMM: QIb: ::narrows his little piggy eyes:: CIV: You have been out of active service for a long time... Ambassador. You have lost the qualification to assess security standards. Return the artifacts to Dyson station, immediately. ::glowers and snorts::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Self: The gateway will lead you?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: restricts access to the science lab to the persons requested by the CIV, thinking it is too many people but oh well ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Self: What gateway? Where?  ::goes back to studying the artifact.... this time looking for a map or coordinates::
SO_Nalot says:
::can't help but notice - mainly because she's spending all her time looking at the internal scanners - the changes made to science lab one::
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM: SFC Commander:  Your assessment is incorrect, Commander.  Further, the Chief Science Officer of the QIb, while not paramount to my decision, agrees with my assessment of security on Dyson.  Further, if you were familiar with my record, you would be aware that I am excellently qualified to consider matters of security.
Delta_Team says:
:: disperses and takes up a position to guard the lab ::
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SFC Commander:  Further, I question the logic of placing such potentially dangerous items so far from Federation protection.  Dyson Station is remote.  If help were necessary, it would not arrive for days.
SFC_Commander says:
@COMM: QIb: ::leans forward so his snout is almost touching the video emitter:: CIV: Ambassador, you had orders. These orders were ::snort:: to deliver ::snort:. the artifacts to Dyson station. Is that ::snort:: too difficult to understand for a ::snort:: Vulcan?
SO_Nalot says:
::looks around for someone - anyone - to talk to, and latches onto the CO.  Stands, and walks over to his location::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::raises an eyebrow and looks at the Tellarite on the screen with thinly veiled annoyance::
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SFC Commander:  I am a representative of the United Federation of Planets, Commander.  As such, in addition to my ambassadorial duties, I have a duty to see potential threats mitigated.  That duty is not to the ego of any Starfleet officer.  It is a duty to the member nations of the United Federation of Planets.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: turns looking over her shoulder at the artifacts, thinking whatta lotta hoopla for some old pieces of dirty old junk ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::sitting in his chair scowling at the view-screen then notices the SO approaching::
CMO_Kymar says:
::pulls out his phaser pistol and lays it on his desk. Opening one of the draws he pulls out 3 new energy cells and slides two into his belt::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::rolls her eyes at the conversation with the Tellerite and goes back to her analysis::
SO_Nalot says:
CO: Lieutenant Nalot sir, late of the late Seleya, late of the Nighthawk, late of the QIb, so basically I've come full circle, do you have any idea how much security they're putting in place around science lab one?
SO_Nalot says:
::perches herself next to the CO's chair::
CMO_Kymar says:
::picks up the pistol again and detaches the cell, dropping it into his drawer before replacing it with the new one. Smiling to himself he slips the now fully loaded phaser pistol into its holster::
SFC_Commander says:
@COMM: QIb: ::snorts, dismissively:: CIV: Save me from Vulcan rhetorics. You speak a great deal, and yet you say nothing. ::snort:: You had orders. You were a Starfleet officer once. You should know what those things are. It is when I tell you what to do, Vulcan, and you do as I say. ::snorts viciously:: 
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: turns and leaves the lab, headed for the bridge to clear security with the CO ::
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SFC Commander:  I am not a member of Starfleet.  Surely you must understand, Commander, that we are not discussing rooting for truffles.  We are discussing highly dangerous artifacts.  I wish to speak with your superior officer.
SFC_Commander says:
@COMM: QIb: ::narrows eyes again:: CIV: I have a busy schedule, Ambassador. Let me speak to the captain. Even a Klingon is bound to be smarter than a Vulcan.
SO_Nalot says:
CO: So how did your career plan progress?  Mine was a nightmare, it's hell trying to find nail varnish that doesn't clash with the uniform. ::shrugs::
CO_Q`tor says:
SO: the security around Science lab one, I presume is for the artifacts from Rhendus VII. I have left that matter up to Mr. Stelakh, and it does not concern you. As for your apparent constant tardiness, I suggest you start being on time!
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: I don't know how you put up with them.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: enters the bridge, PADD in hand, stands near the Captain at attention ::
 CO_Q`tor says:
SO: Do you not have a job to do?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: I lost my first commander rank because I decked a dignitary.
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Indeed.
SO_Nalot says:
CO: Oh!  No no no!  When I said "late", I was referring to "ex"! ::smiles sweetly:: I served on all those ships.  And thanks for being concerned, but if the closet Starfleet call quarters on this ship get too hot for my shoes to stay in shape the computer'll warn me. ::flashes her eyebrows::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: We can deal with SFC later... look at this.... see these engravings..... ::indicates with her gloved finger::  it’s a gateway.....
CIV_Stelakh says:
COMM:  SFC Commander:  You may contact Commander Q'tor if you wish.  However, my diplomatic authority gives me broad discretionary powers, and if I deem a situation to be un-secure, I will act accordingly.  Stelakh out.
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  A gateway?
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Elaborate
CO_Q`tor says:
::is getting irritated:: SO: What in ghre'tor are you talking about?
OPS says:
CO: Sir, incoming transmission from SFC, text only. They seem to be extremely unhappy with Mister Stelakh, sir...
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: Yes.  I haven’t deciphered the entire artifact yet..... but I can read this part clearly.  It says...... "The gateway will lead you"
SO_Nalot says:
::smiles brightly:: CO: Just passing the time sir!
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal, attend.  Are you versed in ancient linguistics?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: Lead us where I don't know.  Nor do I know which gateway it speaks of.
Aide_T`Zal says:
::arches an eyebrow and steps closer:: CIV: Somewhat, sir. 
CO_Q`tor says:
SO: Well pass it at your post! ::turns to look to his other side:: CTO: Commander?
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  ::Examines the artifacts more closely.::  Do any of the markings appear to be star charts?
CMO_Kymar says:
::walks once more back out into sickbay and gets an update on his patients from Dr Jones::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: I've been looking for just that.  Perhaps the other artifact holds the coordinates?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: extends her  hand with the PADD in it :: CO: Sir, security requests of the CIV, Sir.
SO_Nalot says:
CO: You're angry.  I get that.  After all, you're in a stressful job. ::pats him on the arm reassuringly:: Look, just drop by my close-err.. quarters sometime, we can work on that pent up anger. ::stands up, still smiling broadly::
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Steps over to the other artifact, and leans over it, his eyes scrutinizing its surface.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::heavy sigh:: OPS: Let me see it. ::takes the PADD from the CTO and looks it over::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::leans over the artifact, short black hair falling into her face:: CIV/CSO: What are those markings? ::points to a spot with a long finger::
OPS: says:
::downloads the message from SFC onto a PADD and hands it to the CO, curtseying nervously::
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  ::Looks closely.::  Your opinion?
CO_Q`tor says:
::Looks over unbelievingly at the SO, then back at the CTO:: CTO: Who IS that?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: She appears to be a slut from some unknown place Sir.
SO_Nalot says:
::moves back to science one, still beaming like a transporter::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks at the markings and frowns:: CIV: Not star charts
CO_Q`tor says:
::takes the second PADD from OPS::
Aide_T`Zal says:
CIV: The inverse image from one of the artifact seems to be strangely similar to the image from the other. Have we compared them?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV/ Aide: I see...... ::moves the artifact in her hand so it lines up with the one the Civilian holds::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: makes a mental to put the SO on report for conduct unbecoming ::
Aide_T`Zal says:
CSO: I suggest the computer as well, ma'am.
CO_Q`tor says:
::getting back to the CTO's PADD:: CTO: very well. Whatever Mr. Stelakh deems necessary.
SO_Nalot says:
::loads the Vogue magazine article about pulling Klingons onto her screen and tries to identify just where she went wrong::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  :: implements the protocols as requested and relieves DloraH at TAC with a nod in the SO's direction ::
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Steps over to the computer, and calls up a comparison of the surface markings of the artifacts.::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::nods, and using her other hand taps in some analytical equations to study the relationship between the artifacts::
DloraH says:
:: nods back standing back keeping a careful eye on the SO ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::turns attention to the PADD from OPS with the SFC communiqué::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  If we apply a multi-spatial algorithm, it will accurately expand all surfaces into a two-dimensional representation of the markings.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::has the two dimensional representation brought up on a large screen before them::
Aide_T`Zal says:
CSO/CIV: ::points out something on the screen:: Here. And here. This looks like something I am familiar with...
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Aide: A location?
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Steps aside to let the aide have a better view.::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::closes her eyes for a moment, concentrating:: CSO: Very possibly. CIV: Sir, have the artifacts responded to telepathic scans?
CIV_Stelakh says:
Computer:  Computer, correlate the two-dimensional representation with star charts.  Expand search on a reverse time selection up to six thousand years.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks down at the markings.... and touches the grooves with her fingers..... having always been better at interpreting things with touch than sight::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scans the area for ships, armament and anomalies ::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  If the markings do represent a star chart, it is logical to assume that the placement of the stars would be contemporary to the time they were created.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Aide: I've been tuned to these artifacts for quite a while now.  I do not think I could have deciphered what I did by merely looking at it.
Aide_T`Zal says:
CSO: I suspect that the location may be learned using the same methods, ma'am, or similar ones.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::gets a tricorder and runs it over herself.... checking her psylosine levels and seeing they’re elevated::
CO_Q`tor says:
::finishes reading the communiqué from Starfleet, and shakes his head:: Self: Stelakh you better know what your doing!
Aide_T`Zal says:
::reaches out and very slowly touches the artifact with her bare hand... and jumps back, as if burned::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: Can you tell how long ago the artifacts were constructed?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: notes the CO's displeasure with something or someone ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: I can find the right star chart.
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  ::Reaches out and takes an artifact in hand.::  If I am correct, I may require your assistance.  You are familiar with the processes to safely sever a meld?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Aide: Are you all right?
Aide_T`Zal says:
::blinks slowly:: CSO: Just very surprised. I did not expect them to resonate quite this violently. CIV: Yes, sir. If I may, it might be safer if I attempted the meld.
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  ::Arches a brow.::  Upon what do you base your assessment?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks from one Vulcan to the other::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::arches a brow as well:: CIV: On the fact - sir - that your security is of a higher importance than mine and these ::nods at the artifacts:: represent an unknown danger.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::wonders if an argument will commence::
SO-Nalot says:
::is totally stuck on four down; "Oinks a lot; Starfleet officer" (9)::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::smiles then find a star chart 500,000 years old of the Rhendus system::
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  Very well.  You are aware that, if danger occurs, it may be necessary for me to meld with you?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::brings it up on the same screen as the two dimensional representation..... and lines it up::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: monitors the particle field around science lab one, blocks off the maintenance tunnels to the deck and all labs::
SO-Nalot says:
::wonders if the Captain would know the answer::
Aide_T`Zal says:
CIV: Or simply render me unconscious, sir. An aspect of my training was to learn to shut down my mind at a sign of danger.
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  Understood.  Proceed.
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  Analysis?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::studies the stars near the engraving of the word 'gateway'::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::nods slowly and reaches out, placing her hands on the artifact, her eyes close::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks at the distance from Rhendus and Dyson::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: pings engineering for priority power to the field in the event of power outage or attack ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: It’s there Mr. Stelakh.  The planet near Dyson Station.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CIV: The gateway is there.
CO_Q`tor says:
::stands up and starts slowly pacing around the bridge::
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO:  A gateway to what?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks at Stelakh::  CIV: We have to go back.  The artifacts belong there.
CIV_Stelakh says:
::Regards T'Zal critically.::
Aide_T`Zal says:
::opens her eyes and shudders violently, eyes turning to the screen:: CIV/CSO: Here. ::points to the system Lorenzo has just pointed out::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::shakes her head::  CIV: I don't know.
CIV_Stelakh says:
CSO/T'Zal:  We must report our findings to Captain Q'tor.
Aide_T`Zal says:
CIV/CSO: There is more to the artifacts than a beacon. They are...
Delta Team says:
:: stays alert weapons at the ready ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::nods::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CO* Captain Q'tor.  Have you a few moments to spend in the science labs?
Aide_T`Zal says:
CIV/CSO: They remember. They are not machines. And there is something... I did not deem it safe to delve deeper, for it seemed to pull me in. I... I'm afraid I cannot describe it better using Federation Standard.
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  They are?  Elaborate.
CO_Q`tor says:
*CSO*: What is wrong Commander?
Aide_T`Zal says:
::looks somewhat dizzy::
CIV_Stelakh says:
T'Zal:  Report to sickbay immediately.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CO* Nothing is wrong exactly.  However, the civilian and I have managed to uncover some news about the artifacts.
Aide_T`Zal says:
CIV: They are... they were alive. They suffer. They... ::screams suddenly, and collapses::

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