Fade into Eden, the Home Base of the Storm …

	The quarters of David Thorn are dark, almost pitch black if not for the illumination of a sole candle. Since Gamleasia, he had been in solitary. Throughout Eden, there had been much talk … of worry, of fear, of rebellion. Yet, Thorn had not bothered to listen to any of it. Whether or not that would be his downfall remains to be seen. No, right now he is concentrating on something else entirely. 
	“What are those, memoirs?” his wife inquires, getting up from the couch on the other side of the room and walking through the darkness. “Things aren’t over yet, David.” 
	Thorn, seated at the desk, smiles momentarily as he continues to write seated at his candlelit desk, “I’m well aware of thats dear, this is just … a speech. To sooth the people of Eden.” Rebecca smiles and walks over, leaning over her husband’s shoulder to read what he is writing, “Do not worry for we shall be triumphant’? Hmmm … not overdoing it much are we? What if they ask triumphant over ‘who’?” Thorn sighs and rubs his eyes, “Are you trying to be funny, dear, or just to distract me?” 
	“Mmmm … maybe both?” she responds in a sultry manner, slinking toward him. “We haven’t had much time to each other recently after all. What with you being so busy trying to make things better for everyone … well, I’ve missed you –” 
	The door chimes.
	Rebecca sighs, “And I guess I’ll continue to be missing you.”
	Thorn smiles, “Relax, Rebecca, once everything has been resolved. Once this is all over. We will have plenty of time together. Come in!” Rebecca frowns, crosses her arms, and begins to walk toward the door intending to exit, “I hope you’re right, David. Please, end this soon … if not for them; then for me.” As Rebecca begins to exit the opening doors, Raythan simultaneously enters, forcing Thorn’s wife to have to side-step him to avoid getting shoved out of the way. Rebecca glares at him, and continues on her way. 
	“Mathar, no need to be so rude,” Thorn complains with a frown. Mathar looks up confused from his PADD, “Hmmm? Sorry, sir, I was distracted. Won’t happen again. We have problems, sir …” Thorn says nothing and returns to his writing. Mathar begins to speak, then gets silent as he notices how dark the room is, “How can you write in this light?” 
	“Please, Mathar, I may have aged, but I still am 100%. I hope to reach seventy with this clarity …” Thorn barely mumbles. “Now, what problems do you have to present with me today? Hopefully not about that man Kraemer again … I do tire of him.” 
	“Sir … David … things are falling apart out there. The civilian populace is in an uproar. Those who haven’t fled are banding together, they’re influencing the officers. Men and women are leaving their posts. Did you know a Breen vessel came into the system yesterday? No one reported it. Thank god they didn’t decide to investigate this asteroid that just happened to have a different course than the others. Something has to be done …” Raythan worriedly reports.
	“And what would you have us do, Mathar? Throw them in a makeshift gulag? Maybe we’ll execute a few … scare them into submission. We’re not monsters here, Mathar … they have the right to express their fear, no matter how ill founded,” Thorn retorts. Mathar narrows his eyes at Thorn’s comments, “That’s not what I was suggesting, sir. At the rate things are building up there, not only will proper operation of Eden lead to things falling apart, but we might have a rebellion of our own on our hands.”
	“You’re being too dramatic, Mr. Raythan. Now excuse yourself, I have writing to attend to you …” Thorn begins, but Mathar cuts him off. 
	“There’s something more, sir. General Trebor and Craven are missing. I’ve been trying to reach the General for a day now, and Craven has seemingly gone missing as well. One of the Runabouts undergoing repair following the battle with the Quirinus is gone as well.”
	Thorn looks up for a moment, looking out the window silently, then goes back to his writing, “The General is his own man. He can go where he wishes. I trust him.”
	“And Craven?” Mathar responds, showing his obvious dislike for the woman.
	Thorn turns around sharply and stares daggers at his subordinate, “She has been with us from the beginning Mathar. Watch yourself. I trust her with my life. If you are suggesting dissent from them, I highly recommend you end this now.” 
	Raythan sighs, seeing that he cannot get through to him, turns and begins to leave, “Understood, sir. I’ll leave you.” And with nothing else said, he exits. 
	Left with his pen, paper and candle, Thorn turns and looks out his window once again, his face illuminated by starlight. There is a moment that he considers what Mathar has said … but that is brief, and then he returns to his writing … ignorant of what is going on around him, and what is going to happen …
	
Host SM_Selan says:
U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10310.06 "Soul Search" Episode One

Host SM_Selan says:
BEGIN MISSION 

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on bridge in the one chair::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::in her office adjusting her collar translator for a more human tone, sings and hums to music in the background playing over the room speakers::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Quirinus is one day out from the Faklam Star System, current location of the Storm Home Base Eden.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sitting in his chair on the bridge, brooding:: Sulek: Penny for your thoughts?

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::looks around at the rather tense crew as she double checks their course and heading.::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::on the bridge sending an encrypted message to SFC on a secure channel requesting information about contacting the agent::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: at Science One, as usual ::  C: Computer: Display comprehensive readout for Faklam star system.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::REB:: Pangborn: Payment is not necessary.  What thoughts would you like to know?

CMO_Munro says:
::Works in sickbay wih her diagrams and charts whilst looking at a bunch of matter underneath a type of microscope::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::overhears the captain and tries not to grin at his response::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CSO: Comprehensive readout of Faklam Star System, circa stardate 10305.03.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Storm? Thorn? Mather Raythan? We could discuss a number of things. I for one. Would like this next mission behind us

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::looks over the incoming instructions hoping she remembers it all::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO:  Captain.  Incoming hail from a Storm runabout, decloaking on starboard.  It's General Trebor.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
CO: Captain! A runabout with Storm markings has just decloaked and has pulled alongside. Her shields are down.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: We are headed as the cadets used to say during the no options mission, into the lion's den....there was also a saying including something about a creek, excrement and a paddle.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::adds a few more words to the translator and a more female voice.. softer tones.. likes this arrangement better.. she can practice her native tongue and the humans are not offended with her naturally deep voice.. she doesn't need the translator, she understands federation standard perfectly, it just seems to help the humans with such a funny looking species::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
CO: The runabout's weapons are on standby.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Speak of the devil. Crap.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Cherry: On screen.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO:  Yes Captain.  ::puts the communication on the main view screen::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Tactical: Be ready to go to red alert.

Host General_Trebor says:
@ ::Appears on screen:: COM: Quirinus: Captain Sulek, this is General Trebor of the Storm. I come with a white flag. I wish to come aboard to speak to you.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::looks at the man on the screen with active dislike::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks incredulous::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::is very suspicious::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: begins scan of runabout ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Pangborn:: COM: Trebor: and your purpose being?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::slowly:: Sulek: Captain, we can't possibly trust him

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
CO: Two life readings aboard, sir... one is Trebor, the other appears to be a female human. Biosigns match those on file for Deborah Craven.

Host General_Trebor says:
@ ::Grits teeth:: COM: Quirinus: I need your help.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Counselor* To the bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I believe he knows that as well, commander.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::finishes what she is doing and puts the collar back on under her fur and uniform.. her ear turns toward the comm under the bellowing music:: Computer: music off.. *bridge* on my way

Host General_Trebor says:
@ COM: Quirinus: Do you think I would come to you, especially after you destroyed MY ship, if it weren't for a good reason, Captain?

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
CO: No unusual energy readings, no indications of hazardous chemical or biological agents. In fact, the runabout seems to have been stripped of the alloys that the Storm usually used to shield against sensor sweeps.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Knows what the answer is already, rehtoric being his nature:: Sulek: You're sure you don't want me to just blow them out of the water?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Trebor: You have twice been on my ship.  Both times you have betrayed that trust.  Pangborn: Not just yet.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::thinks they should "accidentally" ram his shuttle out of the sky.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::takes a turbo lift to the bridge and steps out to see an unfamiliar face on the view screen.. stays at the back of the bridge and watches the exchange::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to see the counselor:: Mor'Ris: Allow me to introduce you to General Trebor of Storm.  He wishes to come aboard.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feels his back tingle as the cat creature counselor asserts herself:: CNS: Impressions.. counselor?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::steps forward and stands close to the XO:: CO: I see...

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::wrinkles her nose slightly.::

Host General_Trebor says:
@ COM: Quirinus: In all fairness, it was only the first time ... the second time I never had your trust in the first place.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
CO: Captain... if you are unwilling to bring Trebor aboard, perhaps a shuttlecraft could be launched to serve as a meeting place.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::watches the view screen::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO/XO: we could just sedate him.. ::tail flips with the idea:: he'll be a good boy  then...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feels part of the Caitian rub against his arm, yikes! Gets up:: CNS: What are you observations? Have you read the history we have with this joker?

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::is glad she finally got those allergy shots::

Host General_Trebor says:
@ COM: Quirinus: Listen, we aren't equipped to do any damage to you. We don't even have a properly equipped Runabout. Eden is on the verge of going to hell, and we need your help to find out why.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: An interesting idea, however, the shuttle against a modified shuttle would hardly be a match.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
XO: bits and parts I'm afraid.. I have been working on other matters I'm afraid.. there is a lot of catch up on with this ship and it's crew..

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Trebor: You would like us to save Storm.  I do not believe that is a logical request.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::thinks that's the understatement of the century::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::picks up a scented tissue and inhales gratefully.::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::kind of dazed at the thought of what the crew has been through:: CNS: Yeah. Your right. Just gibe me you're general impression of him from what you do know.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: stands, steps down to stand next to the Captain ::

Host General_Trebor says:
@ COM: Quirinus: I'm not asking you to save it ... ::Sighs:: Listen, you know how resourceful we are. You've got to admit we've outsmarted some of the best minds in Starfleet since our inception. We wouldn't be here asking for your help if it weren't serious. At least hear me out ...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn ::quietly:: : If indeed Storm is about to fall, his information could be useful.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: whispers :: CO: Sir, ask him for the prefix codes to his runabout as a show of good faith...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
XO: desperation perhaps.. he knows we won't refuse.. how can a starfleet ship leave a human so helpless in space

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: If he thinks we are helping him he's lost his mind. The only place on this ship he belongs is the brig. I say we transport him over on OUR terms only, agreed?

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::thinks she's glad that she's not the captain::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: An excellent idea.  COM Trebor: We will agree if you give us the full access codes to your shuttle as a sign of your good faith.

Host General_Trebor says:
@ ::Rolls eyes:: COM: Quirinus: Oh, for the love of ... ::Looks to the side:: Craven, give them the codes.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::annoyed:: CNS: Yes, it's that dumb part of me know as "Human"

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: returns to his station ::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO:  Codes are being transmitted Captain.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks over at the furless pink skinned humanoid:: 

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Shut them out of all offensive and defensive capabilities.  Cherry: Use the codes to take over their Comm.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::inputs the codes and attempts to take control of their communication system::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: attempts to access the runabout's weapons and shields ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I still don't like this captain

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> @ ::Her console starts beeping:: Trebor: They're taking over the ship.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::turns around to the Captain and grins::  CO:  Looks like they sent the correct access codes.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Trebor: That was not difficult.  You may come aboard, unarmed, of course.   TR1: Lock on to the occupants of the shuttle and beam them aboard.  Hold them in pattern buffer until I arrive

Host General_Trebor says:
@ Craven: Well, I figured as much. ::Sighs:: Sadly food in their brig isn't as good as in our brig.

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> @ Trebor: I still don't feel right about this. Betraying the Federation was one thing back then ... but David?

Host General_Trebor says:
@ ::Nods and says nothing as him and Craven disappear into a transporter beam::

Host General_Trebor says:
<Transporter Room One> *CO* We have them, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn/Counselor: Shall we?  Kraight: you have the con.  ::stands:: *CMO* Report to TR1.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
CO: Codes confirmed. The runabout's weapons and shields are now entirely inert.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::wonders if this is a good idea::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: looks startled :: CO: Ah... aye, sir.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO:  Captain... our computer will send an open comm link to Doppler as soon as we are in range.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I want them beamed directly to the brig. We can deal with them there

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows:

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: I still recommend if your that worried.. sedate them.. in the brig.. ::folds arms and watches the XO leave.. looking at his stride as he walks::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::notices the CNS watching the XO::  Thinks to self:  Oh well.  Easy come, easy go.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: stands, looks hesitantly at the three officers as they leave the bridge, and moves slowly toward the big chair ::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::follows the XO and CO::

Host General_Trebor says:
ACTION: The BIG CHAIR beckons the Lieutenant.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Entering the TL with the XO and CNS::TR1

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
OPS: Ensign, move the runabout to a distance of fifty thousand kilometers... just in case there are surprises aboard that I could not detect.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::arriving at TR1::TransOperator: I want their pattern scanned for any kind of implants and removed in the next transfer.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: pointedly does not sit in the Captain's chair, but stands behind it ::

Host General_Trebor says:
<Transporter Operator> CO: Already checked five times, sir. Normal operating procedure for buffer holdings. They're clean.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sizes up the XO.. huffs and then returns her thought to other matters:: 

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::looks at the CSO and wonders why his eyes are glittering like that::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Follows behind:: Transporter Chief: Prepare to beam them to the brig

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Pangborn:: Pangborn: I believe the would be a good idea, but it has failed to hold them before.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
TROps: Bring them to form.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::folds his arms and waits::

Host General_Trebor says:
<Transporter Operation> CO: Aye, sir. ::Brings them out of the buffer::

Host General_Trebor says:
::Trebor and Craven materialize::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::crosses over to one of the AT supply lockers and removes a phaser::

Host General_Trebor says:
::Looks around:: CO: Happy now, Captain?

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> ::Automatic reaction, her left hand slips toward the phaser she didn't even carry this mission::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches the CO and just holds her position in the TR room::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: Is that relevant, General?

CMO_Munro says:
::Enters the TR and bends over huffing and puffing::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the CMO::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::wonders why the CSO doesn't sit down::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Munro: Check our guests for anything unusual, such as evidence of cloning.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: looks over to Ensign Sheridan, who has taken his place at Science One :: Sheridan: Keep a close scan on our visitors. Watch for unexpected energy signatures or the release of hazardous materials.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::twitches her ears to the sound of the huffing of the doctor and the CO/XO/2 guests argument::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::raises an eyebrow at Cherry and looks meaningfully in his direction::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::uses the access codes of the shuttle to move it slowly away from the ship::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor: So tell us. Why have you graced us with your presence this time?

CMO_Munro says:
CO: Yes... huff... sir. ::Walks over still breathing heavily and pulls out a tricorder::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
OPS: Maintain transporter lock on the Captain, XO, and Counselor at all times. Beam them to safety at the first sign of trouble.

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: I suppose not. ::Smiles at the CMO:: CMO: My, you're a pretty one. Where have they been hiding you?

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::follows Jade's gaze::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor: Do you value you're dental health?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: Did you wish to discuss your problem or are you looking for a date?

CMO_Munro says:
::just looks at him then continues to scan::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::checks internal sensors::  CSO:  The CMO is present as well.  Her too?

Host General_Trebor says:
::Smiles:: CO / XO: Just trying to relieve the tension. But in all seriousness, yes, I'm here to discuss our  problem.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
OPS: Yes, thank you.

CMO_Munro says:
::flips it closed then turns to the CO:: CO: Nothing sir they are the people they say they are.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor: I have no problem with the self destruction of your "empire"

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::establishes transporter locks on their crew::  CSO:  I could send some extra security to the area?

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> CMO: Well that's a relief. I wasn't sure there for a while. ::Comments sarcastically::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Have security seal access to this deck; we will go to the nearest conference room.  Munro: Thank you Doctor.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
OPS: Put the image from transporter room one camera on screen, please.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Yes Sir

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Turns to Trebor:: Trebor: This way.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO:  Right, Sir.  ::puts the visual from the transporter room on the main viewer::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
OPS: Excellent suggestion, Ensign. But have them wait in the corridor outside the transporter room, so as not to disturb the meeting.

Host General_Trebor says:
::Nods, and comes off the transporter pad, Craven at his side::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*OPS*: Secure this deck. We're headed to the nearest conference room. Monitor from there.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
*XO*:  Will do.  ::deliberately leaves out Sir as she's a bit annoyed with him::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::follows the XO and CO.. and behind the 2 guest::

Host General_Trebor says:
ACTION: Fast forward the group to the nearest conference lounge.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
OPS: Maintain a visual on our guests at all times, Ensign.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Munro: Doctor, you are more than welcome to join us if you have no other pressing business

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::sends a couple of security squads to the corridor outside the conference room::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::in the CR.. standing against the wall.. old tactical habit::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::puts the visual from the conference room on the main viewer::

Host General_Trebor says:
::Takes a comfortable seat at the table::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::checks their position::

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> ::Sits at Trebor's side::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters the conference room:: Munro: Only if you wish to observe, otherwise, you may return to sickbay.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Takes a seat next to the captains chair::

CMO_Munro says:
CO: I will, sir, thank you

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor: Out with it. What do you want?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::walks around behind the 2 guest and watches their reaction.. ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sitting down:: Trebor: Please begin.  As you can tell, my XO is most interested.

CMO_Munro says:
::Leaves the room and goes on her way to sickbay.::

Host General_Trebor says:
XO: Straight to the point. Maybe I would have made a good executive officer, like you. I'm always straight to the point. Maybe in a different universe ...

Host General_Trebor says:
::Leans forward, hands clasped and on the table:: ALL: We want information, and your help to track someone.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor: You can save the "what if's"

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs at the request::

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> ::Glares at the Cat's huff::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::waits patiently::

Host General_Trebor says:
::Continues:: ALL: None of this was supposed to happen.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::adjusts the resolution of the visuals so that all can see the cat's tail poof out in huffiness::

Host General_Trebor says:
ALL: The war on Starfleet Intelligence? Al Jihj? Sending that clone of Raythan onboard? None of that was part of our original plan to form the New Federation.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::just listens, skeptical::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::looks at the screen idly::

Host General_Trebor says:
ALL: Hell, our original plans never included involving the original Federation at all. Then, nearly a year ago, Commandant Thorn ... changes. He starts coming up with all these plans, all these ideas. Out of nowhere.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::wonders when they will be communication range::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::thinks the air smells much fresher now and puts away the scented tissues::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::twitches her nose and looks at the ceiling.. folding her arms again and letting her tail slap into the wall a few times loudly::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::thinks it will be quite a long while yet::

Host General_Trebor says:
ALL: It all began after he went to visit a man. He always gets ... tense around the holidays. And someone recommended this "sensei," an alien from some damned empathic species or another who is known for bringing out the happy memories in someone's mind and "freezing" them into a crystal ball or something like that.

Host General_Trebor says:
ALL: Thorn went to see him, and afterwards, he came back with some new ideas ... and all of this happened. After his plans got more and more dangerous, we ran some subtle tests. There is no alien possession, no obvious psionic influence ... nothing seemingly out of the ordinary. But he has changed. And that sensei has something to do with it.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::looking at the CNS she comes up with some very interesting questions about her species.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::grrrs.. and wonders if all their excuses for the dead of so many can be this wild::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::wonders what the heck Trebor is talking about::

Host General_Trebor says:
ALL: Our efforts to track him down have failed. Our resources have been concentrated elsewhere. And now, after everything that's happened, I'm afraid of what he'll do next. We're CERTAIN that this sensei had something to do with his change of mind, and we need to find him. Perhaps then can the madness be ended.

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
SO: Ensign... query the computer for any species that match Trebor's description.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the captain::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: And you are an intelligent man, you followed him blindly?

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
<SO_Ens_Sheridan> CSO: Aye, sir.  :: turns to the LCARS panel and begins searching the databanks ::

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: He's our leader. His plans have always succeeded. He has never failed us. Why shouldn't we have followed him?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Trebor: so now that they have failed you reject him.. only because he failed..?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor: You're giving us a lot to swallow. Especially in light of recent events

Host General_Trebor says:
CNS: We're not looking to reject him. We're looking to help him.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: As soon as he asked for the destruction of innocents, would have been the most reasonable choice.  From Hitler to Khan, that has been the cry of their soldiers...he was our leader...we were under orders...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Trebor: help.. you wish the federation to save the leader of Storm?!

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> CO: Oh give us a damn break. The destruction of innocents? We killed no one on Al Jihj. We knew you'd save those people on Gelia Prime. Starfleet Intelligence ATTACKED us first.

Host General_Trebor says:
CNS: No, we wish the Federation to save themselves. Thorn has proven dangerous to you before. What is to stop him from going the next stop and taking out Earth?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Trebor: and you have no desire to stop him from taking Earth.. you simply want what...?

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> CNS: It was just an example furball, you're taking it too seriously ...

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
<SO_Ens_Sheridan> CSO: Sir... the closest match is the Mevelyn. The few survivors of the species' assimilation by the Borg have been wandering the galaxy, serving as 'psionic therapists'.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Craven: yes.. I am.. and so is starfleet..

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::without looking at Craven:: Craven: to debate a reaction to the attack on the Federation by Thorn is irrelevant.  He is a megalomaniac and I have no doubt under the right circumstances could easily be manipulated.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::wonders what a psionic therapist is and how to get an appointment with one::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::giggles at the furball comment::

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
<SO_Ens_Sheridan> CSO: The Mevelyn are highly pacifistic... there is no known example of a Mevelyn ever perpetrating an act of violence.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trebor/Craven: You're insane. You realize that don't you?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: If we are to save your beloved leader, then there must be consessions.

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: Megalomaniac? All he ever wanted to do was protect his people. Originally he planned to take over the Federation, yes, to save it. Never did he want to do it for power.

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> XO: Honey, sanity isn't in style anymore ...

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: Let me guess you want us to turn ourselves in?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: It is time you opened your eyes.  David Thorn is not a messiah.  He is driven by power.  You do not destroy something to save it.  It is illogical even to a human.  I repeat, there must be concessions.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::takes out her handy dandy nail file and gets to work::

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: Such as what?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Trebor: if we find him it will not be to 'save him'.. he needs to answer for his crimes.. to all worlds..

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::makes a scritcha scritcha scritcha noise as she files her nails::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: First, you will help us to accomplish our current mission.  Next, regardless of what happens, if Thorn survives this alien control, Storm must be disbanded and all it's officers including David Thorn must stand trial for their actions.  I do however propose that the court be held by a neutral species or one that is not, emotionally driven.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::blows the nail dust off::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: you mean on Vulcan.. ::tail hits the wall a few more times with the idea::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::continues to listen to the interplay::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::wonders if anyone would notice if she nipped off the bridge for a few minutes to get some polish::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: You can't leave the federation totally out of it

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: If it is acceptable.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::idly wonders if the Craven woman is going to reach out and pull that banging tail.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: that’s a debate for the UFP council.. 

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I do not intend to.  The Federation must make it's case as any prosecuting entity would.

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::can't decide whether she's in a pink nail polish mood or a red nail polish mood::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: You know that I can only recommend this to the UFP, but my involvement with Storm over the years will no doubt carry some weight.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::looks at the CSO and wonders if he'll ever sit down::

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::thinks if she found one of those Mevelyn she could probably get her aura read and that would help her decide::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO/XO: perhaps this is something we should discuss with out them present

CSO_Lt_Kraight says:
:: listens intently to the discussion in the conference room... could the end of the Storm really be this easy? ::

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: I cannot guarantee anything. But judging by the state of Eden, there might not be anything left by the time this is done.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: The offer is within my scope as a Captain on direct assignment.  I do bear a certain amount of weight in this matter as a negotiator.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO/XO: we do need to determine what to do about Thorn.. but first we need to decide what to do with them... ::looks at Craven and Trebor::

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::thinks this is way too easy::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: We have some nice quarters in the brig for the mean time

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::is not paying any attention to the meeting as she is still trying to decide what color nail polish to use::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: I don't question that sir.. but this isn't a negotiation.. yet.. we simply have 2 wanted criminals to deal with at present

Host General_Trebor says:
<Deborah Craven> ALL: Keep in mind there's no deal unless we track down this sensei and find out what exactly it did to Thorn ...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: Agreed.  But I want this open on the bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Craven: Do you speak for the General?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: fine.. a meeting of the senior staff in a cargo bay would work..

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: In this case, Deborah carries the same weight as me. You seem to have all gone and assumed that we're just handing ourselves over without any return. Do you really think you'll be able to take down Thorn at this rate?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Trebor: I would be more concerned with my own safety at this moment if I were you..

OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::decides on pink.  Although it clashes with her uniform, it's her favorite color::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: Please excuse, us.  You need to discuss this with your subordinate as I need to bring this to my crew. In any case, if what you say is true, then it may not be necessary to take down Thorn.

FCO_Ens_Morgan says:
::thinks that this is the longest storm she has ever been in::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trebor: Will you at least agree to help us in our current mission to demonstrate that this is not yet another Storm trap.

Host General_Trebor says:
CO: What is your current mission?

Host General_Trebor says:
PAUSE MISSION