Transcript: USS Quirinus
SD: 10209.23
Arc: "Reprise"
Episode Eight: "Twenty-Two Hands Across"

Recap: The Rainier escorts the Quirinus back to the Wormhole with its phasers targeted on her warp engines.

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CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: back at Science One on the bridge, happy to be wearing own face again ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Scans of wormhole.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::on the bridge, monitoring:: Sulek: A thought occurred to me. If the Quirinus' double is already in "our" dimension, wouldn't they have already infected  it?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CO: Sir, holding outside of wormhole awaiting scan results.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  If they too carry the infection.  In that case, there is little we can do.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
::has frustrated look while looking at panels::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CO: Captain, permission to contact the Rainier and request all of their data on the organism they claim to have detected.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Granted. See if there is a cure as well

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: taps LCARS panel, engaging full-spectrum sensor sweep of wormhole and surrounding space ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Damned if we do and damned if we don't...

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::on the bridge, at the ENG1 station::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::shakes her head::  Xara: So we're back to square one again?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CO: Sir ETA to wormhole entrance approximately 40 minutes.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
COMM Rainier: Quirinus to Rainier. This is Chief Science Officer Kraight. May I speak to your science officer, please?

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sir may I see you in your ready room sir?

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, sensors indicate that the wormhole is presently large enough to accommodate the Quirinus -- at this end, at least. Determining rate of closure now...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: A maxim that is most appropriate. However, if they have not made any contact with other ships following their own protocols, then it is also just as likely that our doubles have done no damage.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
<Xara Johnston> CMO: Not exactly square one, sir, but pretty close to it.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Mr. Everitt, what are the possibilities of somehow using the transporters bio-filters to cleanse the entire ship. Not by beaming it obviously, but by modifying the technology to encompass the entire ship. Is it possible?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus:  Briefly.  Pangborn:  You have the con.  ::Rises and crosses to door:: Pangborn:  Keep me apprised of any situations.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I'm hoping they realized as quickly as us that things were.. not right. I'll keep my fingers crossed Aye Sir

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
XO: I would think it would destabilize too many systems.  Maybe if we had a full system shutdown.  The warp core would be offline for quite some time.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
Johnston: Don't mind me if I seem less then impressed.  Dammit. ::curses softly::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands at door to ready room waiting for Ops::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
COMM Rainier: Quirinus to Rainier: Repeat, this is Chief Science Officer Kraight. May I speak to your science officer, please?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::grumbles:: CEO: That's about what I expected - and we're in a hurry to leave

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
::follows Captain in::

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sir, Ensign Kraight's estimates are correct, but...

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
XO: Sir, the Rainier seems to be ignoring my hails.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters and crosses behind the desk and looks out the windows:: Telarus:  How may I assist you, Lt.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::starts thinking of a possible alternative::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Can you tell that they are receiving, but just ignoring us? Or is there a problem with the comm?

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
<Johnston> CMO: Kind of with you there.  However...  in the good news department we have found that this isn't contagious so it looks like the rest of the crew are safe.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: But?

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
XO: Sir, my panel indicates that they are receiving.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: ... I don't know whether I can open up the wormhole large enough to give the Quirinus space to pass all the way through and...

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Estimate size of wormhole at projected time of arrival. Query: Will the wormhole at that time be large enough to accommodate the passage of the Quirinus?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Holds course steady to wormhole::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Then keep repeating the hail, tell them....tell them we need their expertise before entering the wormhole. Ask for assistance.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
XO: Aye, sir.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: ... I am not sure whether we are really the problem here we should be considering if the Rainier changed, they are targeting our warp engines I don't know of a Federation ship that will do that

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::lets out a breath she was holding::  Johnston: You have NO idea how glad I am to hear that one.  Xara you are a goddess!

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: It is a risk that we must take.  If you are concerned, I suggest you discuss it with the CSO.  Perhaps a constant vertion displacement in front of the Q may be necessary.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
COMM Rainier: Quirinus to Rainier: Repeat, this is Chief Science Officer Kraight. We are in need of a consultation with your science officer regarding the closure of the wormhole. We will not be able to leave your universe without your assistance. Please respond.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus:  Given the nature of the effect that the virus has had on this dimension, it is to be expected that they would react in a hitherto new manner.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
XO: Sir, we could purge the air systems, as is called for in some medical emergencies.  Would that be of any help here? 

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
*CMO*: Doctor, if you are not too busy, I think it's time again.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Concerning the vertion beam that's just it sir we might need a complete warp reconfiguration to generate a static warp bubble large and strong enough to pass through this time.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Give it a shot. Have the air exchangers flushed and filtered.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::overhears Ved and almost chuckles at his own dirty interpretation::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
<Johnston> ::laughs:: CMO: If you say so.  Would you mind reminding David the next time you see him?

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: The vertion beam might not be enough this time

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
*FCO* On my way.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::laughs as she heads towards the doors:: Xara: First chance I get.  Promise.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::exits and heads for the TL::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
::Thinks,  "All these hypothesis and so little logic"::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus:  I did not say that it would be easy.  I said it may be necessary.  Then, I suggest you get busy with the calculations.  I am sure that both Kraight and Everitt will be ready to help.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
XO: Sir, still no response from the Rainier. It appears that our quarantine now extends to communications as well.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Aye sir thank you for your time I will get right on it now

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins moving towards the door:: Telarus:  I have every confidence in you that you will succeed.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::exits the ready room and crosses to his chair::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::steps out onto the bridge, looking around briefly::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  Status

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Ahh relief has arrived::

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
::gets back to station and begins number crunching::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain, Mr. Everitt is attempting to filter the air in the ship, Mr. Kraight cannot make contact with the Rainer. They appear to be ignoring us, he was able to confirm they were receiving

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: You can stop trying for the time being. Work with Everitt on purifying the ship

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::heads towards Ved::  FCO: Commander.  Anything you can tell me?

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
XO: Aye, sir.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Waits for the Dr. feeling most impatient ::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::prepares a shot::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CMO: Doctor, no more than I've disclosed in my log transmission to you. Otherwise the pain persists.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  Perhaps a different voice. ::Pushes the comm button on his chair. Stands:: COMM Rainier:  This is  Captain Sulek. Respond.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: turns to Everitt :: CEO: What are your thoughts, Chief Engineer?

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::raises an eyebrow but bites her tongue::

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::notices the Doctor step in, and figures this is a opportune time, and approaches:: CMO: I need a moment with you Doctor, as soon as you're available.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::administers another dosage::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: I'll be with you in a moment.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::slightly confused:: CSO: Thoughts on what, Ensign?  Purging the environment?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Waits for the shot to take effect ::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CEO: Aye, sir.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CMO: Dr. you are most kind.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight:  Try re-establishing the data link with the Rainier.  Perhaps that will get their attention.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
FCO: I know you are in pain.  I empathize and wish there was more I could do.  We are working on it down in sickbay but it's taking more time then I thought.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::shrugs:: FCO: It's my job, commander.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CSO: I was just about to discuss that with Doctor Morgan. ::glances her way::  From what I understand, a full purging the air system is a complicated procedure.  What are your opinions on it?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Make sure they cannot access our records at the same time, should telemetry be established

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CMO: I understand Doctor. Thank you.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::turns, taps commands into the LCARS panel:: C: Computer: Reestablish data link with the computer aboard the Rainier.

Host FM_Little_Goo says:
<C> Kraight: Connection established, Limited access.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
FCO: The problem is that you have just received the last dose of rexalin that I can safely give you for a little while.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
CMO: Understood.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO: Sir I notice we are on limited access, I mean I could do a little computer work all covert like you know.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::nods and steps back away from Ved and glances around for Everitt::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CEO: We know that a baryon sweep is deadly to all forms of life, micro- and macroscopic -- at least in our continuum. We could block off a section of corridor, set up a baryon sweep across it, and reprogram the environmental systems to route all airflow through that section.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
XO: Aye sir. :: taps security commands into library computer ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: Negative. The last thing we need it to annoy them

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
C: Computer: request all records relevant to the viral plague from the Rainier's computer.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight:  See if we have access to the information we need on the virus and their most recent scans of the wormhole.  Covert activity may not be necessary.  If we know what we are looking for we can scan for it.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::heads towards the CEO:: CEO: Alright.  Whatcha need, commander?

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: nods to CO ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CSO: Yes, that would be ideal of course.  However, we wouldn't be able to sweep the entire ship without docking at a station.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::quietly:: Sulek: In a dire emergency, what do you think the chances that the manual override codes for the Rainer would work in this reality?

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: taps LCARS panel, establishing a subcarrier connection to the Rainier's computer ::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CEO: No, sir. But I believe it is the best chance we have of cleansing our air supply.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks at him expectantly::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  It is a possibility I considered, however, it would be taken as an act of sabotage by the Rainier.  By the way, we should change our own codes.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CMO: How do you suggest we purge the air systems on the entire ship?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Feels the effect of the rexalin and wonders where the XO came up with that one? ::

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CEO/CSO: I need your help in the wormhole expansion project can we go to one of the science labs

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: continues to work a the panel ... soon, he has constructed a worm program that masquerades as one of the Rainier's own diagnostic programs ::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Can't wait for them to suggest his leg must come off to save the ship::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
OPS: One moment, Lieutenant...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::quietly, but urgently:: Sulek: If we can't get through the wormhole, which I sincerely hope we can, they intend to destroy us. We must be prepared for that. I'll have tactical briefed on the situation.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CSO: You aid Lieutenant Telarus.  I'll work with the Doctor on purging the air.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::looks at him blankly:: CEO: You need to purge all of our air???  Uh... by heading into dry dock I imagine.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::smiles:: CMO: We're a little ways away from one... we're not even in the right dimension apparently.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, I have a subcarrier datalink to the Rainier's computer, and a worm program that will scan their databases and deliver to us all relevant information on the viral plague and the wormhole. Request permission to implement.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::still completely baffled:: CEO: Okay.  How about you start at the beginning.  What the heck is going on that you would need to do that?

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CMO: I believe the alternate Rainier detects a disease onboard our ship.  Our systems don't seem to detect it.  It's the next best thing I could come up with.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  Agreed.  Send codes through the limited access point.  Order all weapons off line, shields down, sealing of all external ports, limited comm, complete engine shutdown, computer override.  I hope, however, that this will not be necessary.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: sits at his console and watches all the goings on and can't wait to see how it turns out ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Aye Sir ::carries out the orders::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: Okay.  So they say we have a virus.  And why do we think its in the air?  Did they say it was something we were breathing?

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CMO: Perhaps we should also quarantine any members of the ship who currently exhibit any signs of untreated illness.  A quarantine strong enough to block their scanners.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Computer:  Add all Quirinus command codes to alternate codes in database Sulek 1.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CMO: Sorry, Doctor, we just don't know.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: Can you help me in the wormhole dilemma in the science lab?

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
OPS: Yes, Lieutenant. I am waiting for authorization from the Captain to launch my data worm.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Computer:  Transfer new codes to appropriate command staff stations.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::turns and watches Ved, narrowing her eyes slightly::  CEO: The quarantine isn't a bad idea.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: I wouldn't bet on it being something in our air until we know a little more.  It is more likely that one of us is carrying this virus.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
::receives new codes::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO:...or all of us, for that matter.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::was trying not to target Ved, he pretends not to notice her glances:: CMO: Good.  Start creating a list of quarantine candidates.  I will report to Commander Pangborn.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
C: Computer: scan rainier database for all accessible information regarding the wormhole and the viral plague.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: realizes he cannot keep Telarus waiting any longer ::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Notices new codes and makes appropriate console changes::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: You and I both know that Ved is top of that list.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight:  If we receive no data, release the worm but keep it on a tight beam and be ready to demolish it if any feedback or sign of detection.  We want only the information on the virus and its decontamination procedure.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: grabs a PADD and reconfigures it to be a remote console ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ved: ETA to wormhole.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.   OPS: Let's go, Lieutenant.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::starts to turn towards Pangborn, not acknowledging her comment::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::heads to the med console and starts pulling up all of the medical charts relevant and starts compiling her list::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: taps PADD, deletes wormhole directive from the data worm ::

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Wonders why the CMO keeps gazing in his direction. :: Snaps out of it momentarily:: C O: Sir 15 minutes.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Once you have a profile of the virus, send directly to Dr Morgan, while we may not be able to stop it, I'd like a way to mask its identity, in the hopes of fooling the Rainier into believing we have killed it.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
::heads into Turbo Lift with Kraight::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: follows Telarus ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
XO: Sir, I have a report.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Go ahead

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: taps combadge :: C: Computer: report results of public data query to Rainier database.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::realizes he is still standing and sits down to wait::

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
TL: Science Lab

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
XO: Sir, purging the air systems will not be completely effective while maintaining running status.  I will proceed the best I can.  The Doctor and I have decided that quarantining any crew who exhibit untreated signs of illness would be effective as well.  The quarantine should provide protection from the Rainier's scans.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: So what is our take on this whole thing?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Carry on as planned, and keep me informed

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Notices there is not much difference in Sulek's height when seated. Makes note ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
CEO: Aye, sir.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Begins tapping fingers on console::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
OPS: I was about to ask you the same question. I take it you have doubts regarding the efficacy of the vertion beam this time?

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::heads back to the Doctor, now seated at her console:: CMO: We will be going ahead with it, Commander.  Do we have our candidates?

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::finishes compiling her list and hands a padd containing the eight names to the CEO::  CEO: you want this or the XO?

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: I am not sure it will work well this time like it did before

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: Oh, we have them.  ::rubs her eyes, tiredly::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
OPS: You're thinking that a static warp bubble will be the best alternative, I take it.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: I have my doubts also about our current events right now the Rainier situation doesn't seem right

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::takes the PADD:: CMO: That didn't take you long.  Considering you look like you're ready to pass out.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: and you're well aware of who tops the list.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
CEO: Ah well.  And I thought days like this were left behind in med school.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Wonders why we just don't blow the Rainier out of the water?::

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: Yes a static warp bubble should help us supplement the vertion beams effects on the wormhole to allow us to pass through and if we are truly from another dimension as the Rainier from this "dimension" claims then we need to use a static warp bubble to create some type of resync with our dimension and get the other Quirinus back to their dimension

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
OPS: Very little is likely to seem right to us in a timeline as divergent as this one.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::smiles:: CMO: I will setup a quarantine the in the cargo bay.  I don't want to crowd your sickbay, and we will need room for equipment to block scans.

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::nods tiredly::  CEO: I appreciate your concern.

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
:: Taps his fingers on the console more loudly ::

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
OPS: I agree. I suggest that we reconfigure the main deflector dish to emit a vertion beam of roughly 50 terawatts, and use the warp drive to create the static warp bubble.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::since the list is short, and to avoid any kind of panic, he begins to comm each member on the list to report to cargo bay 2, leaving only one name on the list::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::listens to the response from the public inquiry and then notifies the CSO to go ahead with a deeper investigation::

CMO_LtCmd_Morgan says:
::drops her head onto the consol for a moment before dragging herself up and out of her chair::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I guess we have faith on this one FCO: ETA to the wormhole?

FCO_Cmdr_Ved says:
XO: Sir. ETA 5 min.

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives on Science Lab deck::

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::walks up to Ved's station, his padd with the one remaining name in hand:: FCO: Sir, we are creating a quarantine of crewmember's exhibiting untreated illness.  You will need to report to cargo bay 2 immediately.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Faith is irrelevant.  There is only that which we can or cannot do.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
COMM *CO*: Captain, the public domain data on the virus in the Rainier's database is scant at best. I am activating the data worm now.

CEO_LtCmdr_Everitt says:
::frowns slightly:: FCO: I thought I should tell you in person.  I'm the one who got you into this mess in the first place.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: taps PADD to send data worm to the Rainier ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: At ANY other time I would debate you ::smiles:: But not now.

CSO_Ens_Kraight says:
:: follows Telarus out of the turbolift ::

OPS_LtJG_Telarus says:
CSO: I see we are the little hacker...::laughs a little::

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