We join the I.K.S. QIb at Qo'noS, where they are preparing to escort Admiral Kelnar to the site of Starbase 487, for a high-level briefing with Admiral G'Val.

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CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: limps up the gang way ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Quietly scans the sector, constantly watching for Orion energy signatures.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Walks onto the bridge and to his chair::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::mumbles something and steps off the TL onto the bridge, a PADD in his hand::
FCO_Drivitt says:
::relieves Ensign Crashitt::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: takes a deep breath and straightens her uniform ::
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: How long until we depart?
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::walks down into the command circle and once again stands to attention beside the captain:: CO: Captain, a minute of your time again, sir?
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Yes Mr. Edrehn?
OPS_Urgle says:
CO: Just awaiting the admiral, sir.
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::hands Q'tor the PADD:: CO: Here are a few design specs, sir. I was working last night on a few thoughts that we might be able to modify the battle shuttles we have in our cargo bay for use in our hangar until we get some proper fighters.
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
CO:  You will also notice that there are some further design specs to turn them into mission-specific fighters once our hangar is full.
MO_Bells says:
:: wanders over to the CTO giving her the look ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Takes the PADD from Edrehn and looks them over::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Arches a brow as he hears the CIV speak, then turns to his scans, and attacks the keys of his console as if he's playing a Mozart concerto.::
OPS_Urgle says:
CO: Sir... The Klingon High Command are requesting to talk to you.
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: On screen.
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::stands out of view of the main screen and stands at ease::

ACTION: An old, white-haired, battle-scarred Klingon appears on the viewscreen

CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: straightens up walking without a hint of a limp past the MO on her way to the bridge ::
ADM_Klargh says:
@COMM: Captain. ::sneers a little:: Admiral Kelnar and his party are preparing to transport aboard your vessel. Be ready to receive them.
MO_Bells says:
CTO: Just a moment, Commander, you have not been cleared for duty.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Keeps walking entering the TL with a smirk on her face ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::noticing the House Crest on Klargh's tunic and puffs up just a bit:: COMM: Klargh: We are ready.
MO_Bells says:
:: shakes her head and returns to sickbay ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: exits the lift in time to see a house of Marga insignia and frowns ::
ADM_Klargh says:
@COMM: QIb: If you say so, Captain. You will be held responsible for the Admiral's safety... on behalf of the Federation.
CO_Q`tor says:
::Hands the PADD back to Edrehn::
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Klargh: Is there some reason why the Admiral's safety would be in question?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Images of portions of the QIb appear and disappear from his screens as he continues tapping commands into the console.::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::nods and takes it, holding it by hid side as he stands back at ease::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: moves to Q'tor and whispers in his ear, this house is causing alot of trouble right now ::
ADM_Klargh says:
@COMM: QIb: Apparently the Federation are unable to keep a heavily-armed Starbase in one piece. Now reconsider your question, and tell me the answer.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Moves to her station standing with her hands folded behind her back glaring at Klargh ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::nods in understanding to CTO::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Turns toward the main view screen and stands.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands with all her weight on her right leg ::
ADM_Klargh says:
@::looks around the QIb's bridge over the viewscreen, apparently studying faces::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::watches the Klingon on the screen, reverting his stance and standing like he is ready to pounce at any minute::
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Klargh: Let me assure you Admiral that once on board my ship Admiral Kelnar will be safe. Unless you care to question the competency of my crew.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::On the monitors behind him, images of the QIb glow brightly.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::whispers to CTO:: CTO: Check and see if the House of Marga has any current difficulties with the House of Kelnar.
ADM_Klargh says:
@COMM: QIb: Again, a question you are in a better position to answer than I. Now I must attend to other duties, Captain. Klargh out. Do'lIj, Q'tor.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: From what my father says, they have difficulties with everyone, Captain.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Klargh: QIb Out!
Chief Beema says:
*CO* Sir, permission to receive incoming transport from Qo'noS, identifying themselves as Admiral Kelnar's party?
MO_Bells says:
:: Sends a communique to the Captain that theCTO has not been cleared for duty ::
CO_Q`tor says:
CTO: I have a bad feeling. Arrange for incresed security for Admiral Kelnar.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain, when you are free.
CO_Q`tor says:
*Chief Beema*: I'm on my way to greet the Admiral Chief.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Turns sits back down and turns back to his station.  More diagrams of the QIb fill his screens.::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
CO: Captain, would you like me to meet the Admiral's party, sir? I have had...experience...with this kind of thing
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: nods to the  Captain  and scrambles Elite Rogue ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::reads his message:: CTO: Commander, you should know better. Get clearance from sickbay to return to duty.... immediately after you have made the security arrangements for Admiral Kelnar
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Can it wait until we are underway Mr. Stelakh?
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: You will accompany me.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Certainly, Captain.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: growls :: CO: Sir, Elite Rogue has been assigned Sir, DloraH  has lead.
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::nods and stands back, waiting for the captain::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: moves off toward the TL, ready to kill a certain MO she knows ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::heading towards the TL:: CTO: Excellent. Now report to sickbay.
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::follows the captain tinto the TL::
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: You have the bridge until my return Mr. Stelakh.
Chief Beema says:
*CO* Thank you, sir. I've told them that due to the Admiral's importance we're running last-minute tests.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Aye, Captain.  ::Stands and takes the centre seat::
CO_Q`tor says:
*Chief Beema*: majqa! I will be there momentarily.
CO_Q`tor says:
TL: Transporter Room 1.
DloraH says:
:: waits as the rest of the team suits up ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::exits the lift, and enters sickbay, anger burning in her eyes ::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::stands behind the CO, his hands folded behind his back::

ACTION: The turbolift the CO is in shudders a little on its way along the tube, but arrives at it's destination without further incident.

CO_Q`tor says:
::waits impatiently as the TL makes its way to the appropriate deck and finally stops::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Steps out and around the corner into transporter room 1::
MO_Bells says:
:: purposely waits at her desk, making the CTO wait  ::
CO_Q`tor says:
Chief Beema: Energize
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::follows the CO again and stands a little to the left beside the door::
Chief_Beema says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::pulls levers, waves arms around like a windmill, and watches as an energy pattern forms on the transporter pads::
DloraH says:
:: moves out to TR1, with a fully armed team ::

ACTION: Six Klingons appear on the transporter platform, one slightly fatter, greyer, and bedecked with more decorations that the others.

CO_Q`tor says:
::looks up as the Admiral and party reforms on the transporter pad::
DloraH says:
:: enters the TR standing to attention ::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::nods to DloraH, looking at the security outside for a moment before the doors close::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: glowers darkly at Jo, folding her arms across her chest ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Brings right fist up to left breast in Klingon salute:: ADM: Admiral, welcome to the QIb. Your presence brings us honor.
Adm_Kelnar says:
CO: HoD. ::returns the salute::
DloraH says:
:: scans the room a hand on his phaser rifle ::
MO_Bells says:
:: stands to her feet, moving to biobed 2 she pats it :: CTO: IF you please, Commander.
Adm_Kelnar says:
CO: ::gestures to the Klingons behind him, in turn:: My chief of staff, Commander Qolan, and my personal guards. 
CO_Q`tor says:
::Tips head slightly to Qolan:: ADM: Is there anything that you require of my crew in the way of security Admiral?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Sits quietly in the centre seat, currently in command of a ship that's docked in a spacedock.::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::keeps his stance at attention, watching the Admiral's crew carefully but a welcoming smile on his face::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: moves over to the biobed and sits on it, none to happy to be there ::
DloraH says:
:: stands to ready and able to cover Q'tor's back ::
Adm_Kelnar says:
CO: I am sure my personal guard are up to the task, Captain, but I will inform you if I feel otherwise at any time. There is one thing, perhaps...
CO_Q`tor says:
ADM: My ship and crew are at your disposal Admiral.
DloraH says:
:: folds his arms across his chest thinking mamby pamby wimpy personal guard, wannabe petaQ's ::
Adm_Kelnar says:
CO: I have so little time for leisure activity nowadays, Captain. Perhaps some members of your crew would care to pit themselves against myself and my guard in a simulated battle exercise?
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::smiles at the typical Klingon challenge::
DloraH says:
:: perks up his ears and almost smiles ::
MO_Bells says:
:: activates the bio bed and begins her scans ::
CO_Q`tor says:
:: And eyebrow raises and glint appears in the eye:: ADM: I'm sure we could arrange something Admiral. In the mean time would you care for a tour of the ship?
Adm_Kelnar says:
CO: I would welcome the opportunity to see more of the ship that is teaching the Federation how a real fleet operates, Captain. 
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: grumbles under her breath and is anxious to get this over with ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Full of pride in his ship:: ADM: Right this way then Admiral. We can start with the bridge.
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Mr. Edrehn, can you make sure that Ensign Urgle has readied the VIP quarters for the Admiral.
CO_Q`tor says:
:: motions the Admiral out the door towards the TL::
Adm_Kelnar says:
CO: Commander Qolan will attend to organising our quarters. 
Adm_Kelnar says:
Qolan: Qolan, accompany Mr... Edrehn.
Rogue_Elites says:
:: Falls in behind DloraH, as the detail readies itself to provide security ::
Adm_Kelnar says:
::follows the CO::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::nods to the one indicated as Qolan:: Qolan: If you would come this way, sir, we have a selection of VIP guest quarters.
CO_Q`tor says:
::enters the TL with the Admiral:: TL: Deck one
Qolan says:
CIV: Typical Federation luxury, I assume...
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Watches the screen carefully, in case one of the spacedock umbilical connects should suddenly become hostile.::
MO_Bells says:
:: frowns at the scans and runs some more ::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
Qolan: On the contrary, we have several klingon executive quarters which you should find to your tastes.
Qolan says:
CIV: Show me to these... executive quarters.
DloraH says:
:: enters the TL with the CO ::
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::nods and indicates the door out:: Qolan: After you, Sir
CO_Q`tor says:
::the TL makes its way to deck one::
Qolan says:
CIV: Your Federation politeness is misplaced. ::barges past the CIV::
Elite Rogue says:
:: takes another TL to deck one ::

ACTION: With a shudder, the CO's TL finally comes to a halt

CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::holds his ground steady and walks after him:: Qolan: Excuse me, sir. Would you prefer it if I swore and made you crawl to your quarters?
CO_Q`tor says:
::steps out of the TL and enters the bridge barking out:: ALL: ADMIRAL ON DECK!
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Stands, turns, and comes to attention.::
Qolan says:
CIV: It would almost be welcome, compared to the crawling you're doing now.
OPS_Urgle says:
::quivers at his console nervously::
DloraH says:
:: falls out behind the Admiral ::
CO_Q`tor says:
ADM: Admiral... My bridge crew.
CIV_Ens_Edrehn says:
::puts on his best diplomatic glare:: Qolan: petaQ! Into the turbolift, or I shall have DloraH throw you into it!

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