Transcript: USS Quirinus
SD: 10201.14
Episode: "What You Leave Behind"

RECAP: The Quirinus is still in route to the mining station.  Orders have come through promoting Cmdr. Thelsh to Captain.  The crew gathers in Nero's for her farewell.

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CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::in the lounge, glass in hand::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::finishes dressing.  Looks in the mirror at the new pip that graces her collar.  She almost can't believe it::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Enters the lounge after checking course coordinates::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Dressed in his uniform ... looking over reports in his office::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::ambles into the lounge, hands in pocket, whistling a Scottish jig::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looking around... no one really around... some party::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Finds a seat near a window and orders spiced tea::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::looks around at the dead lounge from the doorway...looking more like a funeral than a party....::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands in his quarters preparing to go to Thelsh's farewell::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::sees Mac in the doorway and smiles::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Heads out of her quarters, after making sure that her bags were all packed and ready for pickup::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Glances over the chronometer ... then does a double take, realizing the time. Quickly gathers up the PADDs in the neatest pile available ... and then sighs as they slide off onto the floor. Mumbles something, and tries to rush out. Unbeknownst to him, the PADDs suddenly "float" back into their proper position::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::creeps into Nero's not sure if she should be here at all::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
LETS................GET.................PISSED!  ::heads to the bar...quickly::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Leaves his quarters and moves down the hall to the XO's quarters and sees her coming out::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::pacing his quarters, purposely making himself late::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: Greetings, Captain.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Comes around a corner quickly, and then walks right into Ensign Beals::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::chokes on her drink, giggling.  Can't believe he said that::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Steps into the hallway, sees the Capt:: Sulek: Greetings, Captain  ::big smile::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Ensign Beals> ::Gasps and jumps a foot & a half back. She looks paler than usual ...::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Takes a breath:: Beals: Oh, Lisa, my apologies ... I'm sorry. I didn't mean to frighten you ... ::Notes she's pale:: Are you all right?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: It would be my honor to escort you to Nero's.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Hears MacTavish's remark and tries to put it into context::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::leans over the bar and reaches for the good stuff, ignoring the protestations of the bartenders::  Easy there, Mate....looking for the good stuff...

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CO: Why thank you, kind sir!  I am not too sure how to walk in there right now.  I don’t know what to expect, to say the least.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::slips into a chair in the back of the room and watches the crowd assembling clutching a padd in her hand::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::takes a seat, sipping her drink::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: You're a Captain.  Walk in like one.  ::reb::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
Ah........ha!  ::whirls around to his feet, raising two amber bottles - still corked - over his head::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Sulek: Why thank you for that sage advise!

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Notices the Ens. at the back of the room ::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CIV: You better be sharing hon..

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Ens. Beals> ::Takes a breath ... not really able to say something for a moment::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::heads down the hallway to the TL::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
Beals: Lisa?

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::looks at the label, then back at the CMO::  Aye...well....it is Irish whiskey...so I suppose it will have to make do.....::grabs a couple of tumblers and trots over to the CMO's table::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::follows Thelsh into TL:: Nero's

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::finally leaves his quarters, hoping to be fashionably late, in a manner that won't attract attention::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Ens. Beals> ::Closes her eyes, then opens them:: CNS: No ... ah, I'm sorry, Counselor ... I've been just under the weather a little recently ... nothing to worry about. ::She tries to walk past him::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::laughs::  CIV: It's better than nothing

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Sulek: I really cant believe it.  After all this time, to be leaving the Q... I almost turned this down.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Takes a sip of the tea, and returns gaze towards the Ens. ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: I have scheduled your shuttle to leave as our arc puts us closest in line to Deep space 8.  You are wise in your choice. It is a promotion well deserved.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::smiles as she sees the FCO then lowers her head and fidgets with the padd::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks around the room:: CIV:  Everyone’s so quiet...  Did they forget that parties are supposed to be fun??

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::TL Arrives::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
CMO:  I know, Love....I've seen livelier stiffs in Gross Anatomy

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Sulek: Oh I agree that is it deserved... no problem there ::grins::  But I really dont want to leave the Quirinus, either.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Gets up and heads towards the Ens:: Ens: May I join you?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Exits the TL and walks toward Nero's::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::arrives in the Nero's, and finds a solitary bar stool to call home::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::looks up to see who it is:: FCO: Oh, yes please. Have a seat.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Thank you. You're new to the ship?

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Tries to walk with Lisa:: Beals: Lisa ... Lisa, stop ... what's wrong?

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::nods in agreement, still watching::  CIV: Oh, don't look now but I think the FCO is hitting on that Ensign! ::grins::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: You will no doubt make your mark on the Abertura Station as well.  Change, I am told is always difficult.  ::Arrives outside of Nero's:: Ready, Captain?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Yes sir, only came on board two months ago.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
Computer, play some music.....lets start with late 20th century artist Jimmy Eat World....."The Middle" - volume, 40 dB before the typical human threshold of pain....

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Ens. Beals> ::Shudders ... thinking about all the things Lieutenant MacTavish said ... about how she was found out for what she's done ... she wonders how her superiors would feel knowing that she had been compromised ... now she's working against them. She stops, and takes a breath, and turns to face Mathar::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::stops for a moment, taking a deep breath and tugging her uniform straight:: Sulek:  No... Yes.. I guess that I am.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
<Ens. Beals> CNS: I'm really sorry ... I've just been sick ... please, please just leave me alone ... ::And then she leaves the one person that on some level she considers friend::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Ahh. I've been away for just about that long. I’ve just returned to the ship this week.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Watches her go ... quietly contemplating what could be the matter. "Something in her family perhaps?" he wonders::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: Give them what they expect.  It is your time now. ::Moves forward and the doors whish open::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::wraps an arm around the CMO's shoulders and pours her a drink::  CMO:  Good for him.......he could use the action.....

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::slumps over the counter, and orders a very bitter El Aurian drink, while cautiously eyeing the door... but not enough to draw attention to the fact::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Well welcome home sir. This seems like a fine ship, from what I've seen of it from the science labs.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Walks through the doors, her head high, back straight and a big smile futilely being kept in::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::bops along to the music::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Captain on the Deck!

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
Computer:  Music off!  ::stands at attention::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Stands at attention:

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::settles in, takes her drink and grins:: CIV: Yeah, but who'd have thought?  Always thought he was too straight laced... duty and no fun.. all that.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::stands quickly and comes to full attention::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::watches as Thelsh moves in::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::jumps a little at the command... before realizing it is for her::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
ack! ::stands::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::pauses, with a mouthful of drink, and watches Thelsh enter, before slowly swallowing::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he pauses in the door allowing her the moment, if he were pure Deltan, he would smile::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::stands with the others::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Walks into the room, nodding to everyone she sees, the grin slipping through, but with tears in her eyes::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Still wondering about Beals as he makes his way into the nearest TL, which takes him to the appropriate deck::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
All: A toast to Captain Thelsh

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Sees Lahn, the smile slips and the tears well up even more::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::Figures it would probably be the wrong time to yell "Girl Power"::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he comes to stand behind her:: All: Has no one anything to say?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::stands there feeling very out of place::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Whispers:: Thelsh: At ease.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CO: Wha.?.? oh.. yeah... ::ALL: At ease, everyone.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Finally arrives at the Lounge to note everyone either with a glass in hand, or coming to ease. He notes the emotional Thelsh as well ... it hasn't even hit him that she is leaving the ship soon, and he should feel sorry for the "loss" of a friend::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Captain Thelsh: May the wind be always at your back and smooth sailing ahead

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::her short gaze makes his heart skip a beat, and he continues to stand at attention, now locked into a cold sweat:

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::relaxes... all that attention stuff was making her muscles ache::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::relaxes::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
FCO: Thank you Mr Ved... You do not know... or probably understand, how much that means to me.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::relaxes her stance a bit trying to decide if she should sit down or remain standing::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Capt.Thelsh: Ma'am no need to explain

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::suddenly realizes he's the only one still at attention, and quickly fumbles his way back to his seat::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::sees the CEO:: Self: Uh oh..

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to Ved:: Ved: Welcome back.  Live long and prosper.  ::He greets his fellow Vulcan with the Vulcan salute::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::grabs a glass and stands on his chair, raising his voice so he can be heard::  Attention everyone!

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CO: Live long an prosper Captain. thank you.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::moves through the lounge, picking up a drink the bartender set out for her::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::backs up as Captain Sulek speaks to Ved::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CO: Sir. May i present ASO Ens. Rien?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::looks over at William, suddenly scared at what he was about to do::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::picks up her glass again and turns to face Mac::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
All:  HEY!  The Scot wants to speak!

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to see Rein:: Rein: Greetings, Ensign.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
Civ: Then speak already.  Sheesh. ::grins::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::nods to Sulek:: CO: Captain.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Silently listens from the doorway ... still wondering about Lisa, now more worried than ever::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::as it gets quiet, looks around, satisfied::  Everyone, raise your glasses to Captain Thelsh....Captain Thelsh, May you never lie, cheat, or drink. But if you must lie, lie in each other's arms. If you must cheat, cheat death. And if you must drink, drink with all of us because we will miss you

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::he heard MacTavish the first time, but now he finally gives him his attention::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: At ease Ens. at ease.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: May I get you a drink?

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
All:  To Captain Thelsh!  ::raises his glass and throws it down::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::raises glass:: All: To Captain Thelsh

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::blushes slightly and smiles at Ved:: FCO: Gee I don't know. I was just supposed to deliver this message.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Follows MacTavish's lead::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::plops down::  'nother round...

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Mac: I think I can handle that advise!  ::drains cup with one swallow::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::grinning::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ved/Rein: Excuse me.  Thelsh: To Captain Thelsh.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CO: Sir

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to bar and orders a mineral water::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::turns toward barkeep:: Another please... ::turns back to Sulek::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks at Mac appraisingly:: Mac: Nicely said dear...

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: What harm can one drink do? Is your message that urgent?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Well maybe one little one?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: your choice?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Just a small white wine sir, if you please.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::smiles at people she has served with for 3 years... even if they don’t remember it that way!::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes his glass and quietly raises it to Thelsh:: Thelsh: XO, Peace and long life.

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::turns his attention to Ved and the unfamiliar ensign::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::clears throat as he pours another drink::  CMO:  Well, I've been known to be eloquent from time to time

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: So be it. :: Walks to bar and orders a small white chardonnay for the Ens.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::finally sits down and tries to relax::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Sulek: thank you... Though somehow I feel that long life will take work and peace is out of the question!

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Computer: Resume music.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Returns to the table with the wine:: Ens. I'm sure this will be to your liking

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CIV: You have.. and this is one of those times apparently

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::downs the 2nd drink in a single gulp::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::takes the glass:: FCO: I'm sure it will, thank you Commander.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Ens.: At your service.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
CMO:  I should savor it....assuming I remember it tomorrow ::throws back the drink::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::gets another drink. Moves over to Mactavish and Morgan::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::laughs and unconsciously moving to the music::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Silently moves to the nearby windows to gaze out at the stars streaking by ... lost in thought::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: This message...is it classified? or can you discuss it?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: It's a message for the Commander...errrrrrrr Captain Thelsh.

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::smiling slightly at the engaging pair, he turns his attention instead to MacTavish and Morgan.  She watches him with such genuine interest, and he loves every moment of it... a very compatible couple::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::smiles welcoming at Thelsh:: Thelsh: Hey there ex-Bosslady.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notices Raythan by himself and crosses over to him.  He stands silently next to counselor for a moment::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CMO,CIV: William, Rhiannan... ::Smiles at Morgan's greeting::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
Thelsh: Ready to teach a new crew how to kick some hinny? ::grins::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::stands::  Captain...

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: ahhh! Then perhaps it should be delivered once you've finished your drink.

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::sees Thelsh come into view, and looks down at his drink::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
:;takes a sip of wine:: FCO: Of course Commander.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CMO,Civ: Oh I will definitely have to... This is not what I would call a 'cush' job.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Feels the Captain's presence beside him as he stares outside the port::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: I'll hold your place here if you wish to return?

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
Thelsh: Oh?  Well, you'd be bored if it was anyway.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: May I be of help to you, Counselor?

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: May I ask how you do it, Captain?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Thank you sir, I really should get this to the Captain. It may be important.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CMO,CIV: Still, I just want to tell both of you... I wil miss you dearly... Will, your charm and strength, Rhain, your caring and your chocolate!

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Very well by all means do so.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Do what exactly?

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::stands and excuses herself from the table and walks over to Thelsh and waits::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Turns to look at the Captain with hallowed, haunted eyes:: CO: How do you bring yourself to take command of this vessel and be responsible for the hundreds of lives onboard. To be responsible for each life time, each set of memories, each set of feelings, everything that resides within the confines of this starship ...

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::warm smile:: Thelsh: I'll miss you too.  As for the chocolate, well, I might be able to ship you some from time to time.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::nods head::  Thelsh:  Give em Hell, Cap'n

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::hugs them both, gives William a peck on the cheek::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::whispers to Mac:: CIV: Careful dear... you're blushing.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::incredibly amused::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: As ship's Counselor, I've found in the last few years that many of the crew can be happy, then sad, depressed then "high on life." I used to love my job more than anything ... because it felt good to know this crew. Now I can barely bring myself to read my general reports for fear of getting "too" close ...

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Will, Rhian:: Keep each other safe.  And watch after that girl of yours, Will.  I think she will be a man killer!

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Gives them both hugs again::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Orders another tea and waits for the rather attractive Ens. to return:: ::Thinks:: Strange I should be experiencing this::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::mumbles something about the whiskey...nearly spilling it in the hug::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::turns his attention now to a third pair, Ryathan and Sulek, both of whom are not looking in the most festive spirit::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO : ... so, Captain. How do you do it? How can you do the job you do?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: It is a job I shoulder willingly.  True it does have times when I must deal with the inevitable.  But it is a risk I am willing to take.  Counselor, it is your job to see that which no one else sees.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
Thelsh: Excuse me Captain, but this message came in for you a short while ago. ::hands her the padd nervously::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::returns hug::  Captain Thelsh: You too.  We're not there to watch out for you, afterall.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Sees an Ens, standing there:: Ens Rien: Can I help you?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::take message:: Ens: thank you  Ens

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Reads over message::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Your gift, may cause you grief but it does not outweigh the good that you do.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
Thelsh: You're welcome Ma'am.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::shakes head:: Civ: Thelsh actually thinks you're going to let Sarah date??  ::snorts:: Yeah right...

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
CO: Which is funny considering how much of a help I was during our "expedition" into New Space ... we could have died out there, but we didn't. Ever wonder why that was? ::Shakes his head ... brings a hand up to it:: I-I'm sorry, Captain, I must not be making much sense ... thank you for your kind comments.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Breaks out into a huge grin as she reads the congrats letter from Serena Sheridan of the Nighthawk::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::steps back and turns to walk back to the table::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Moves over to the Capt and Raythan::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Perspective is how I keep myself focused.  We do what we must do what logic and emotions dictate.  We can do no more.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Looks out at the stars, thinking about his sister:: Or do no less ...

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Catches the tail of the conversation and guesses the problem::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::lets out a sigh as she sits down again::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Walks up behind Raythan and give him a hug, her head on his shoulder::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Good news I hope?

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Surprised by the sudden hug from Thelsh. He responds quietly:: XO: Thanks, Captain. ::And for the first time in hours, he gives a light smile::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: I think so sir, see, she's smiling.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CNS: Give it Time, Raythan... all wounds heal with time.  Even wounds of the spirit.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Even Vulcan's know grief.  I have felt for every crew member and friend that I have lost.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks at Mac, playfully:: CIV: Planning on finishing that bottle all by yourself?

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::sits down and slams down his drink - feeling his cheeks flush, pouring her another::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Turns to notice the expression on Thelsh's face:: Rien: Is it a bit warm in here?

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
Mac: Not what I meant, but hey, that works too.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Warm sir? Seems perfectly normal to me.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Nods, knowingly:: CO / XO: I know ... at least, I should know. I've given the same speech time and again to hundreds of other Starfleet personnel ... and civilians alike. Guess I should learn to understand that myself, no?

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::watches Morgan and MacTavish again, wondering if it would be dangerous going over there right now::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
CMO:  Why?  Going to get my drunk and seduce me?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::turns toward Sulek:: Capt... ::her voice breaks and she just hugs him instead, and give him a kiss on the cheek::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Feeling rather uncomfortable at the closeness of this young Ens.::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::slow smile:: CIV: That plan sounds like it has definite merit..  Going to object?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Gives Raythan another hug, and a knowing smile:: CNS: You do know the words... now just believe in them.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: You must turn your grief into trying to prevent it from happening again.  You will not always be successful, but you will have tried.  ::Is surprised by Thelsh's hug and kiss::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: Are you alright sir? You seem a bit flushed.

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
CMO:  Well, at least you've bought me a drink  ::looks at the amber liquid::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::wipes a tear from her eyes, and moves off toward Ved::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Pardon me. I'm not quite...myself tonight. I am well yet..

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::places his hand on Thelsh's shoulder:: Thelsh: I understand.  Time for your shuttle approaches.  It is time to make your farewells.

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Smiles at the Captain & XO ... actually letting what they said, and what MacTavish said earlier, seep in:: XO: Thanks, Cap'n. ::He finds himself now feeling the loss of the new Capt. Thelsh, thinking if not for a certain temporal anomaly that this may very well be someone else ... and who knows if Trebor would have been chosen for the position::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Stands at Thelsh's approach::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks at him oddly:: CIV: ...or not then.  ::takes another sip of her drink::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::picks up her drink and sips it slowly allowing the taste to fill her mouth::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Watches the Ens. drink her drink and wishes he were the glass::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::places the glass on the table:: FCO: May I help in some way Commander?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
FCO: Commader... we havent always seen eye to eye ::looking up at the Vulcan:: But you are a hell of a good person

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::looks over lazily - 6 shots under his belt::  CMO:  Hmmmm?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Thelsh: I feel the same towards you Capt. You have always held my respect

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
ALL:  The time approaches for Captain Thelsh's departure.  Will you join me in one more drink to wish her the prosperity she deserves.

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::leans over the counter and gets the attention of the bartender, ordering two very special items::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::stands next to Ved as Thelsh speaks to him::

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Smiles at the vulcan and give him a hug anyway, what the heck::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::sits down next to him, smiling to herself:: Civ: I think we're likely going to have to roll you home.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Looks around for Lahn, after hearing Capt Suleks words::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Is taken aback at the gesture ..not knowing how to respond::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::lifts her glass to Thelsh once more::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::takes a small drink, and a dark desert, and heads over to Morgan's and MacTavish's table, offering them as a small gift::

CNS_Lt_Raythan says:
::Watches on ... thinking that he can make it through this, with this crew by his side::

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::raises the glass::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Just being here is a help.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Raises glass::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::lifting glass:: Thelsh: Captain, We...I shall miss you.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::sees him at with Will and Rhain, tries to move that way... stops as Sulek speaks::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks at Lahn and laughs:: CEO: What's that for?

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
CIV/CMO: Mind if I sit down?  They're something a little different, from back home.

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
::smiles at the Vulcan Commander:: FCO: My pleasure sir.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::gestures to a chair:: CEO: Be my guest

CIV_Lt_MacTavish says:
::looks at the CEO::  Sure...

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: May I invite you to dinner sometime?

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::feels the tears welling up again...almost she can curse Sulek for making a scene right now::

ASO_Ens_Rien says:
FCO: I would like that sir, very much. ::smiles again::

CEO_Lt_Everitt says:
::slides the small drink, which almost appears to be smoking to MacTavish, and the very very sweet dark desert towards Morgan::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
Rien: Thank you. So would I.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
ALL:: Everyone... you have been my friends and family for many a year now.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: Captain, it is time.

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
ALL: I cannot tell you how... how much I will miss you ... am already missing you....

Host XO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CO: Already.???

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Thelsh: Yes

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