U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10109.03 “What Happened while I was sleeping?” Episode Two 

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Adjusting stabilizers and awaiting release from tow to gain orbit::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::standing at his post, checking sensors::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::walking down the hall reading the padd of charges the Ferengi have sent::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
:: at tac 1 preparing last of the details for the meeting and security detail, no one is getting on board , or off that matter with anything that isn't allowed::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The Padd reads:  You have been accessed the following charges.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
ACTION: The PADD Continues - 500 bars gold pressed latinum towing fee.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
@ ::On board the Dawn Trader... watching as it pulls into orbit around Ferenginar::

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::heading towards sickbay, still shaking her head at the CO's intention to go back to work immediately::  Self: Stubborn man...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
 - 1000 bars abortive salvage fee

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
 - 1000 bars reimbursement for officer duty hazard pay
 - 750 bars docking fee

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
- 500 bars repair area rental
 - 2550 bars crew counseling fee

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
<COMM>Snarg: You may release the Quirinus. We need to establish orbit

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
- 3500 bars holo-entertainment fee
- 500 bars phaser discharge replacement fee

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*CEO*: Lt.  if you have a moment I need to speak with you about those upgrades for the security measures.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
- 5000 bars fine unauthorized entry into Ferengi space

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
- 1000 bars service and billing fees

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Sees the Q   appear, feels the lump in her throat grow bigger as she nears her home::

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::enters sickbay, still muttering to herself about stubbornness, Vulcans, and then men in general::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::grumbles about  how officers never answer when she needs them::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
(Ferengi control) *Quirinus* You have received our bill for services rendered, please stand by to transport our negotiator, Ambassador Nelkia

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
TO: Mr. Lawrence make ready fro the Ambassadors transport

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COMM*Bridge* Status

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::pokes several buttons, toggling between the sensors and an old earth game called "solitaire" that he got from a friend at the academy::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
FCO:  aye aye sir.  ::turns tac over to another officer and heads to the TL ::

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
COMM*CO*: Sir we have comm. from Ferenginar. Amb. Nelkia is ready to transport aboard.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::enters the TL and heads to the transporter room::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COMM*Bridge* On my way.  ::thinks they could've sent some one else::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::heads down hall in to TL:: TR1

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::red four on black five, turn over the uncovered face down card::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*security group* Meet me in the TR  and lock everything down. I dont' want anyone to look the wrong way with out me knowing about it

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Enters Dawn Traders  TR. :: *COMM* Quirinus:: Cmdr Thelsh to Quirinus.  Permission to beam aboard.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::oh good, ace of spades... places it in its appropriate spot::

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
Comm*Cmdr. Thelsh*: Permission granted Cmdr. Welcome home

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::uncovers the next card - King of Hearts::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
*Vid* Thank you Commander.  ::Dawn Trader Transport Chief:: Energize.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::figures he should check the sensors at this point::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::disappears in a wave of blue sparkles::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::arrives TR1::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: sets up position with team::  CO:  security is ready sir.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Appears in TR1::

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::goes over the large pile of reports on her desk, a cup of coffee in hand:: self: And I thought being boss would be fun.... ::sigh::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::sees nothing of interest on sensors and goes back to solitaire::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Lawrence: Negotiations promise to be interesting.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CO: Captain!  I didn't expect such a welcome party!

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
COMM*Snarg: Release the Quirinus from tow, or you'll drag us both into atmosphere.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
(Transporter officer) Sulek: Three from Ferengi Center ready to beam.

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Feels the release and establishes standard orbit::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::loses his game and decides on a different one - Another Earth game called Minesweeper::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: Although your return is most welcome, our greeting party is nor Ambassador Nelkia

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Quickly gets off transporter pad::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
CO: sir, indeed sir.   I have made sure no one will look the wrong way.

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Heads to repair facility ::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CO: Isn't she the one that was blinded during that mission.....

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::REB @ the xo and Co's conversation::

FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
*CO*: Sir Orbit established.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: Indeed ::hands the XO the padd with the list of charges::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Vid* Acknowledged

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Transporter officer: Initiate transport.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::accidentally hits a mine in the game and starts over::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::stands at attention::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
ACTION: The ambassador and two security guards appear on the platform

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Looks them over, feels face grow hot, and violent:: CO: This is OUTRAGOUS!

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::looks to the XO a bit surprised at her antics::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Nelkia and two security sorts appear on the platform

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: It is typical Ferengi.

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
:::riffles through her candy drawer, frowning as she can't seem to find her chocolate stash::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::finally wins his game and checks back on the sensors::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: eyes the new group::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia> Captain: I do not relish being here any longer than I must.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CO: It is nothing more than fancy Piracy!.  Starfleet will Never agree to this.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Grumbled under breath::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: rolls her eyes trying to stay professional::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looking at Thelsh:: Nelkia: I understand your hesitance.  But we cannot agree to these fees.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Arrives in the Transporter Room, just zipping up the top of his uniform ... apparently he just woke up::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Quickly brushes his slightly disheveled hair so no one will notice::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia> Sulek:  I have brought security with me to inspect the ship.  I assume they have your permission.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Walks over to the CO & XO:: CO/XO: Sir, ma'am.

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::suddenly feeling very very cranky...missing chocolate is no laughing matter after all::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::clears throat::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods at the Ferengi:: Nelkia: Ambassador Nelkia, a pleasure to see you again.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Looks at Raythan... realizes that she really missed him::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia> ::Noticing the CNS:: Raythan: My it is good to see a friendly face.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Without waiting the two Ferengi security officers leave the transporter room.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods a smile::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Attempts to undo some of the damage to  his console::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Nelkia: Perhaps we should discuss this in my ready room.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: motions for her team to split and got with the two guards and she follow the two that left::  guard: gentle men you were not dismissed

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Indicates Lawrence to follow the two Ferengi sec::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::gets bored with his games and closes the programs::

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::sulks... replicated chocolate just isn't the same::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia> ::scowling:: Sulek: Only if I can have the trust worthy Counselor there.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: staying right on the two sec guys heels they aren't going anywhere with out her::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Nelkia: Agreed, this way.  Thelsh: I'll need you on the bridge.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Assumes that he's coming along, so he prepares to walk with the Captain and the Ferengi Ambassador::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CO: Of course, sir...

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::looks up schematics of Quirinus, familiarizing himself with the ship's details::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The two Ferengi Security stop at the first panel and making sure no one sees them places a small device inside the console.  They then split up in different directions.

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::pushes away from her desk and exits sickbay and heads towards her quarters... chocolate withdrawal is a very serious matter::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Sulek followed by Nelkia exit TR1 and head to TL::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Heading toward TL with Capt and Ambassador::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::stops and checks anything they touch. Motions for her team to continue to follow them and calls in back up::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Walks along with the CO & Nelkia:: Nelkia: So, Ambassador, how have you been doing lately ... I trust you have fully recovered from your past troubles? ::Referring to the cube incident earlier this year::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::goes back to sensors, checking for anything anomalous::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: the TO sees that they were looking at the ship's map.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Trying to keep things light::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::In TL:: Bridge

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: nods and goes after the group that when to the right::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia> Raythan: I do not think I shall ever recover from that ordeal.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Squeezes into TL with Capt.  Not very pleases to be this close to the ambassador::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Adjusts angle of orbit and starts nav system diagnostics::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::they arrive at the bridge, Sulek leads the way to the Ready room::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*XO*:  Sir the Ferengi have split up in two groups, I'm following the first.  They are looking for something.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
ALL: Attention on deck

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Exits out of the TL::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: One of the Ferengi enters engineering

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::looks up from his console and stands at attention::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Steps onto the Bridge with the Capt and Ambassador::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Vid: As you were.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
CO: Aye Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters RR::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Takes a moment to take a deep breath.  It is good to be back::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Enters the ready room::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
Ferengi:  what are you looking for?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The first device sparks for a moment.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Moves to her chair...:: Long time no see...  ::Looks to see if anyone has been sitting in it::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
CSO: Sensor status please

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ferengi: Lawrence: We must ensure the Ambassador's safety.

CMO_LCmd_Morgan says:
::enters her quarters, stepping over children's toys as she goes::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: the other Ferengi enters Nero's

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
*TO* Get additional Sec on them.  Remove them from unauthorized areas.  Bring them back to the TR and hold them there!

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
Ferengi:  I believe you would be better off watching the ambassador.  Please return to your Ambassador.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::firm , monotone voice::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The first Ferengi in engineering leans against a console and plants another device.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
FCO:  Nothing of interest on sensors, sir.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
ceo:  come here ::motions him to come to her::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ferengi> Lawrence: It was here that the incident happened.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
Ferengi: what incident?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Sits at desk in the Ready room.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
FCO: Report ships status?

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
CSO: Very well continue scans. Please conduct a security scan in Lawrences absence

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Takes a seat across from the Captain's desk::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
FCO:  Aye, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Nelkia sits very close to Raythan::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::toggles between outside sensors and security sensors::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ferengi>Lawrence: Where the ambassador was attacked

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Notes Nelkia is nudging closer to him, wonders ... ::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
Ferengi:  leave  engineering, now. :: has team escort him out, now::  engineers around::  I want this place search, I dont' want anything over looked::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The science sensor suddenly read a large asteroid is on a collision course with the Ferenginar moon.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The second Ferengi places a small device in the replicator in Nero's

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
FCO:  Sir, I'm picking up an asteroid... heading straight for Ferenginar's moon.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Sickbay beds suddenly adjust in height

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::goes to the console he touched and checks it for anything, not liking this::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
CSO: Get ETA and true trajectory with all possible strike trgets

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Looks at the Captain and Ambassador, waiting for someone to begin::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
*CO*: Sir we have a situation

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*XO*:  Sir I think the sec guards are acting strange.  Something is up

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
FCO:  Aye...   ::checks statistics with computer::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Places ship on red alert::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The first Ferengi leaves engineering

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Looks around as red alert goes off:: So soon?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The console shows all clear.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
*TO* Feel free to encourage them to leave....

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
sec: I dont' want him to pass gas without  know what it smells like

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
CSO: Scans?

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
FCO:  Still working, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Flight Control suddenly programs to dive into the atmosphere.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Is pulled back by a sudden dive...frantically taps console to abort dive::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*XO*:  done that but sir I have security on them like another suit but they are doing something.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CSO:  Where did it come from..... Vid!!! What are you doing!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
FCO:  Sir... the sensors aren't showing anything now...  The asteroid is... gone.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Flight control clears.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Nelkia: Now about these charges.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Thinks - "Charges? And what's with the red alert?"::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
*CO/XO*: We are experiencing major system malfunctions. Attempting to locate source

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CSO: Beginning diagnostic of all sensors.... something is playing with us.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
XO:  Or someone, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Tactical console suddenly comes on line targeting Ferenginar.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Perks up at the mention of system malfunction ... wonders if the Ferengi did something to the ship earlier::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Ma'am beginning internal scans for outside interference

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::runs a level 3 diagnostic on the sensors::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The device in Nero's sparks.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::with no engineer around:: Engineers:  I want the what is causing this fixed , NOW!

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
<Tac> Tactical systems just armed... Its targeting the planet!

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: Sir, perhaps you should proceed to the bridge and handle things there, I can talk to the Ambassador if you wish.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
Engineers: take the weapons off line ::goes to console and using her codes turns the weapons off from there::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Ma'am transferring TAC to my console

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
*Tac*: Shut down your system.  Disengage all tactical protocol... Goto manual if you need too.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia>::inching closer to Raythan:: Sulek: I am sure we can work something out.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Ma'am attempting do so now

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Trying not to go on edge because the Ferengi Ambassador keeps on nudging herself toward him ... ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Only targeting appears to be online

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The replicators in Nero's begin dispensing large amounts of chocolate fudge.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Ma'am, no weapons appear to be hot at this time. Only targeting systems

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Nelkia> Raythan: Don't you agree Counselor

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
Nelkia: I'm certain we can work something out, Ambassador.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*Bridge*:  So far only targeting is online but I have things shut down for now. No weapons will go off unless I say so.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
All: What the bloody blue blazes is going on around here! I go on vacation and yall fall apart!  Neyan.  Get the computer to confirm any major changes in systems before implementation.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Warp core warns breech is imminent

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
XO:  Yes, Ma'am.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
Vid:  make sure our orbit is secure.  And all flight protection systems are operational

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Vacation? She didn't leave her temper there::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
*TO*: Keep weapon systems on manual.  No computer control to them at this time.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Aye Ma'am

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::makes the necessary adjustments to the computer::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::Watches engineers scurry about and locking down so the core doesn’t' go::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Flight control lays in new coordinates for what appears to be a Romulan trajectory.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::prepares if necessary to eject the core::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Ma'am the console has just set a new course and heading...Romulan NZ

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Warp core appears normal

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::hears alarms for warp core breach:: What now..... *Engineering* Is this for real?

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
aloud:  what the heck!

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: the two Ferengi meet in the hall and head for the TL

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
*XO*:  The core is normal , but we have alarms going off.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::hangs head for a moment.  Thinks of the nice quiet times she just had::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
::still waits for the diagnostic to complete::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Flashes fingers across console to abort yet another problem::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The computer begins spewing a deck by deck weather report.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
*TO* Thank you.  Please have them shut the alarms off for now.

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: Security is no more then a foot behind the Ferengi, basically like Federation suits on them::

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
::has the engineering people lock things down::

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
XO:  Ma'am....  I'm getting strange readings from the sensors.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The two Ferengi arrive on the bridge and notice for the first time all the alarms going off.

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Listens to the report in disbelief::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CSO: Now what, Ens?

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: security surrounds the Ferengi because they think they are the one's causing the trouble, besides they aren't allowed on the bridge::

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
:: Looks in the direction of the TL and notices the Ferengi::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: They look at each other. Its obvious that this is not what was intended.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
XO:  Deck one, clear.  Deck two, partly cloudy with a chance of showers....

Host FCO_Cmdr_Vid says:
XO: Ma'am I suggest detaining our guests here

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
CSO: You are kidding me.... Tell me you are kidding me

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: The replicator in RR spews milk across the room on Nelkia and Raythan.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
XO:  It's a  weather report, Ma'am... I don't understand what's happening.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Looks in surprise as he is covered in milk::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Action: Nelkia jumps in Raythan's lap.

CSO_Ens_Neyan says:
XO:  I would not kid you, ma'am.  According to this, it's snowing on Deck 16...

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: security escorts the two Ferengi to the brig::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
FCO, TO: ::roars:: DETAIN!!!! I WANT THOSE BULBOUS EARED DEVILS OFF MY SHIP....   NOW!!!!

TO_ALex_Lawrence says:
:: makes note she is going to have a serious butt chewing with the Chief when he gets back::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
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