U.S.S. Quirinus 
Stardate 10110.29 
Arc:  “Virtually”
Episode Five - "Tales of Mystery"

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Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes his seat on the bridge::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::wakes slowly... lying quietly in bed for a bit::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::heads back up toward the bridge, searching for Cmdr Ved....Vidd....V....er..whomever..and Lt Lawrence::

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
:: works quietly at his station ::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Arrives on the bridge in his gray civilian jumpsuit, comm-badge included:: CO: Counselor Raythan reporting as requested. You wanted me to research some information for you, sir?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::On bridge at helm::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::at her post::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::on the bridge, at engineering station 1, going over the data retrieved earlier::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::hums a little ditty to himself as he enters the bridge...things are starting to come together...::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan:  Yes.  We need to find out all we can about the possible home world of the children.  MacTavish thought they may have applied to the Federation.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ved: ETA to subspace contact point?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Monitors power to holodeck 3 ::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::hears his name and stops, listening to the conversation::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Gets up and heads to the closet::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: Certainly, sir. ::Turns to the CIV:: CIV: Lieutenant, would you be willing to assist me in this data search?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CO: Sir, We are in comm range and still 18 hrs from the planet.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
CNS:  Normally I would, Counselor, but right now, I actually came up here to see Lieutenant Lawrence and Commander Vi...er…Ved

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::pulls on her uniform, her pace quickening as she wakens::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Confused by the CIV's mispronunciation of the FCO's name:: CIV: Ah, I see ... but, do you know this species from somewhere?

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
CNS:  I think I saw it posted on the Big Board...from Starfleet Intel or the Federation Council's diplomatic report

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::turns at her name being spoken:: CIV:  Sir?

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Finishes with her uniform, quickly puts her hair up so that it meets regulation::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Rubs the back of his neck, is still sort of tired:: CIV: Thanks, I'll check it out ... ::Moves to find a spare console to work at, which is hard.::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
OPS: Peron. Please maintain the aux. power level I have set for holodeck 3. If it begins to drop reroute power from other sources.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::One last look in the mirror, then she heads out of her quarters and into the hall::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Considers using the Captain's ready room to get himself some coffee, but ultimately decides against it::

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
FCO: Aye.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
:: turns her attention back to her console::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Cracks his knuckles, and begins to access LCARS in an attempt to find any information on these beings::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO/TO: Commander Ved, Lieutenant Lawrence, if you could accompany me please...I'm in need of your assistance...

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Aye Lt.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
:: turns console over to another officer, clasps hands behind back and follows CIV Out::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::heads back for the lifts, holding the door open for the TO and the FCO::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: We need the information on the PAU system as soon as possible.  Are we at first contact or do they have a previous record with us.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Enters TL:: TL: Deck 2

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::Requests any information on the PAU system ... or anything with the mentioning of Pau in it. Checks the so-called "Big Board" as well::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: sets helm to auto:: *ENG*: Helm is set to auto, please monitor from ENG.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::walks in and wait for the door to close:: CIV:  thank you sir.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Enters the lift with CIV and TO::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Finds nothing on the Big Board, waits for the Computer to finish its search through the database ... ::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::waits for the doors to close;:  TO:  Please....we're the same rank ::shaking his head::  Holodecks....

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::overhears Vid, and almost considers jumping into action, but decides his crew is quite capable::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::as the lift descends, turns and hits the emergency stop command, while activating his little bug jammer - overriding the security camera briefly::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  just showing proper respect… sir.. :: stifles the word::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Quizzically looks at MacTavish and his little toy::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::wonders why he stopped but doesn’t' question::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Exits on deck 2 and goes to her office::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO:  The simulation is perfect…just what we need to trick them...now I need to tell you both why....

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Listens intently::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::REB::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO/TO: Time is short....the Storm have been using our own security cameras to spy on us....we are going to feed them false information about the crew through the simulation that you, Commander, created.  What we have to do now, is override the security protocols for every security cam in every room on the ship....

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::The Computer finishes the search, none of the data being what he was looking for. Sighs:: CO: Sorry, sir. LCARS has no data on the Pau System, or any species like that we have encountered. I believe Lieutenant MacTavish was mistaken.

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
:: intently works at his station, thrusting the squares into their appropriate place---- keeping the ship running properly ::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO/TO: And transfer them directly to the holographic simulated Quirinus without so much as a hiccup.  And we only get one chance at it....

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  I assume that Captain has given us authorization to do this? :: a bit skeptical::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Very well, we treat this as a first contact.  I may need your assistance.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods:: CO: Of course, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Peron: We should be in range.  Open a subspace hail to the Pau System.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Lt. It can be done I have anticipated all probabilities

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::bored with his own searches, he moves over to the CNS, looking over his shoulder::

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: Yes sir... :: opens a message ::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Seated at her desk, she begins going over various reports and requests and other things needed to keep a ship running smoothly::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Looks at the CEO:: CEO: Any luck, Lahn?

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
TO:  Aye...
FCO:  It would only be logical, wouldn’t it commander?  ::said with a humorous smirk::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
CNS: no no... Mostly just poking around in their cultural files.  Quite interesting.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
Aloud::  Oh goodie.... ::sarcasm dripping::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods:: CEO: Seems this is turning out to be quite an interesting first contact situation.

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::suddenly feels... nervous, and wonders whether Raythan knows about him and... ::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Lt. the program is on a primary video link. Part of the project required it, so I left it active.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
TO:  It’s far more serious than we think, because if they got the Q, who knows how many other ships are affected...
FCO:  How long will it take to transition the cameras over?

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Nurse Munroe> *Bridge* Bridge, this is Nurse Munroe in Sickbay, one of the patients has just woken up ...

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::nods not liking what she is hearing::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CNS: I think that’s your queue.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Notes the nervous look on the CEO's face, and is about to inquire if he is ok when the comm. comes in::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: All that is needed is your authorization code to seamlessly activate the feed.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COMM *Pau* This is the starship USS Quirinus of the Federation of Planets.  We may have urgent news of persons from your system.  Please respond.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO:  And the Tactical Office Supervisor's command code as well, correct?  ::looking at the TO::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Peron: Repeat the message on all frequencies.

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: Aye sir. Repeating.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Yes

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Keeps finding that her attention drifts from the paperwork...  And she repeatedly tries to refocus, becoming more angry each time::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: Sir, permission to proceed to Sickbay to speak with the patient that just woke up?

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: Nothing, sir.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  Considering you would be taking down my security measure you need the codes to make it smooth otherwise you would get a definite cut out of information

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
TO:  Of course...

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
All:  then lets get it done....

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::turns off the jammer and hits resume on the lift::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
TO: Lt., Please stand away from the holodeck door when we arrive.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::as the lift stops and the doors open, is the first out, walking briskly to the doors::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
:: remains silent with hands clasped behind her back, and moves out of the way:::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Waits behind MacTavish::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Permission granted.  See if you can find out how we are to contact their home world.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods:: CO: Will do, sir. ::Nods to the CEO, and exits into the nearest TL. As the doors shut:: *XO* Commander, could you join me in Sickbay? One of the patients just woke up.

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::takes the counselors seat, seeing that he apparently got no where, like himself::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Jumps guiltily at the Comm, is glad there is no one to see:: *CNS* Certainly Counselor.  I will meet you there.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Begins to calculate sequence timing before entering holodeck::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Peron: Keep trying.  Boost the signal if you need to and try alternate bands of communications.  ::finds it unlikely that an advanced civilization would not have subspace communications, but still...:: Move to old style frequencies if need be.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
:: staying just a moment behind the other's ::

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: Yes sir. This’ll be fun.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::waits for the FCO to finish, barely contained::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
*XO* Thank you, Commander. *Munroe* Nurse Munroe, Cmdr. Thelsh & I are en route to speak to the patient. Try to keep her calm and do not make any moves that could be consider hostile.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Files away most of the paperwork, Stand and straightens her uniform and hair by using her reflection in the window, turns and moves out of her office::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Enters security codes to disarm phasers::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Nurse Munroe> *CNS* Aye, sir. She seems preoccupied with the fact she lost a game rather than the rest of sickbay.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::He nods solemnly:: *Munroe* Understood. Thank you, Nurse.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Enters holodeck: *Arch*:

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Enters TL: TL: Deck 4, Sickbay.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Exits TL & heads for Sickbay::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::follows the FCO into the holodeck; still amazed at the detail of it all::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: As Arch appears, enters and calls up security board:: CIV/TO: the Arch is yours.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
:: come forward and waits her turn::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::steps up to the Holodeck Arch Panel, flipping out the jammer one last time (hopefully) and activating it::  Computer:  authorize the transfer of all security camera recording protocols to Holodeck 3 program "USS Quirinus" - authorization MacTavish Prism 1138 authorize

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Exits TL and moves into SB::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
<Arch>: CIV: Identity confirmed. Action taken

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::REB at the details::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Enters into Sickbay, and sees the young woman crying off to the side. Takes in a breath, and slowly approaches. Hears the doors swish open, and turns to see the XO arrive::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Looks at Raythan with a hint of guilt... quickly covered:: CNS: Counselor, how is she?

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Notes a strange look in the XO's eyes for a moment, but lets it pass:: XO: I'm about to find out ...

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::types in a couple codes:: Computer:  authorize transfer of security protocol, authorization Lawrence 82  Omega 8 K 11376

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
<Arch> TO: Identity confirmed. Action taken.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Turns and gestures for the XO to come along as he comes aside the bed of the girl::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
<Arch>: Cmdr. awaiting final codes to alter program.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Alien Girl> ::Tears streaming down her cheeks as she silently speaks to herself:: I've lost ... we've lost ... all of it ... the sword ... the battles ... all we've strived for ...

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::steps aside, looking at the FCO finally::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Follows Raythan to the sobbing girl... and finds the sobbing quite annoying::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
Alien Girl: Hello, my name is Mathar Raythan. How are you feeling?

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Alien Girl> ::Turns sharply to the CNS:: CNS: We lost! How do you think I feel? ::Coughs uncontrollably for a moment ... her body is still recovering::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Steps into arch :: *Arch*: Beta, 0, Beta Tau. Confirm. Tau

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
Alien Girl: I'm very sorry. But perhaps you may be provided with a second chance soon. You and your friends were in danger of death. Not simulated death ... real death. ::Refrains from pointing out that it was they who removed the girl and her friends from the game::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
<Arch>: FCO: Identity confirmed. Program altered. All systems operating as programmed.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Lt. It is done.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Alien Girl> ::Shakes her head:: The journey through the mountains of Gallagher were so hard ... it took me twenty-five levels to get through that ... oh, why, oh why oh why oh why ...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Peron: Anything?

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: Nothing yet, sir.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::closes the tricorder, turning it off::  Then lets let the simulation commence.....::steps out of the holodeck as it starts up::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Finding the whining more than annoying:: Girl: Child, what is your name?

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
::follows him out::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Alien Girl> ::Sobs some more, but manages to whimper:: A'Leyhire ...

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: All video is now coming from the program.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Peron:  Have you tried embedding the communication in a light frequency or converting to binary?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
*Arch*: Close. Commence security procedures on my exit.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::A light smile comes to his face:: A'Leyhire: It is a pleasure to meet you, A'Leyhire. We are taking you and your friends home --

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
Ale: A'Leyhire... that is a nice name.  Now tell me, A'Leyhire... why were you playing such a game?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Exits holodeck::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> CNS: NO! HOW ARE WE SUPPOSED TO CONTINUE AT HOME?!

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO:  Thank you Commander...hopefully something fruitful will come of it

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Jumps back somewhat at the shout::

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: No, I'll try that, sir.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:   Am I to 'remember' any of what we just did?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: That is my wish as well

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> ::Manages to struggle herself off the biobed:: Take me back! We have to go back!

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Steps back as well, at the outburst:: Ale: Why not?  What purpose does the game serve?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Continue on course to PAU system.  Increase to warp 7.5

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> XO: What purpose? What PURPOSE?! You have no idea ... you don't understand ... you could never understand!!

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO/TO: This is highly classified - I cannot emphasize to you how important it is that no one off of this ship knows what we are doing... the results could be disastrous.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Steps forward, hands outward ... but he does not touch her:: A'Leyhire: You are right, we don't understand.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Peron: Send a message to Starfleet stating our situation and intent to make first contact.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIv:  Understood

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::bored with his unsuccessful efforts of locating information on Pau, he quickly checks the XO's duty shifts, again, making careful note when she might be on the bridge::

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Grabs the girl:: Ale: You are not strong enough to stand, even with as little weight as you possess.  Why should we return you to a game that has put you in such a physical state?

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
CO: Aye sir, I'll get on it right away.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Just "off " the ship?

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
A'Leyhire: But with your help, and your people's help, maybe we can. We are from the United Federation of Plan -- ::Stops as the XO grabs the girl:: Commander, maybe you shouldn't ...

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> ::Gets even more angry as the XO grabs her:: XO: You DON'T understand!

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Helm> Aye sir.  Increasing warp to 7.5.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
FCO/TO: As well as aboard, Commander.  The fewer who know about what is happening, the better.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CIV: Understood.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Firmly:: Ale: You are correct.  I do not understand.  Explain it for me...

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  I will not speak of it unless spoken to by you two or the captain.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> ::Pulls herself away from the XO, and nearly falls to the floor::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::walks with them back to the lifts::  TO:  I understand your husband has been assigned to the USS Delaware....

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Moves forward concerned, as do two other nurses::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  Yes ...

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::wonders if the Captain intends to wait for Starfleet's response::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
*OPS*: Peron. Status on aux. power to holodeck 3 please.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  He is an astronomer.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::lets the child go.  If the fall hurts her, maybe it will bring some sense to her::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> ::Begins to sob once again:: I worked so hard ... we could have taken her ... we could have slain the demon mistress ...

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
TO:  Well, the best place to see the Stars is out in them...take it from someone who doesn’t know a Pulsar from a Red Dwarf.....The Delaware is a good ship - she has a good captain.

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
*FCO* Um.. Aux. power is full, and is on standby for use, sir.

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  Thank you, just ... concerned about him being out there. It isn’t' as safe out there then where he was.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::steps aboard the lift after the TO and the FCO::  TO:  Are we really safe anywhere?  If so, then why did we just turn our security cameras over to a simulation?

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Crouches next to the child:: Ale: Who is the Mistress?  How does this game effect you all?

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CIV:  Everyone must do things to advance their career, even if it comes at a high cost to others

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
*OPS*: Route 25% to the holodeck and maintain that additional level please.

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Kneels beside A'Leyhire:: A'Leyhire: I -- we are sorry. And we promise you, we will do everything in our power to return you to the game ... but only when it is physically safe for you. We can probably even get you back to where you left off... ::Stops as the XO speaks::

TO_Alex_Lawrence says:
CI : good point..........

OPS_LtCmdr_Peron says:
*FCO* Aye. :: routes the power ::

Host CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<A'Leyhire> ::Looks at the CNS ... a small gleam of hope in her eyes:: CNS: R-Really? ::Turns to the XO quickly:: XO: The Mistress is evil, she deserves to be slain. She spreads darkness upon all the lands.

XO_Cmdr_Thelsh says:
::Looks at Raythan… Making promises before even knowing the consequences::

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