Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10509.26

Starring:

Mitch Travis 		as 	Captain Sulek – CO
Keith LaHue		as	Commander Ben Pangborn – XO

…and…

Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Lt. Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
Kurt Goring	 	as 	Lieutenant JG Soriq Ahkileez – FCO
Kate McTiernan	as	Captain Joanna Matisse – CIV
Karriaunna Scotti 	as 	Commander Azhure – CNS
Edward Selgas 	as 	Lt. Commander David Telarus – CEO

                        …with…

Erin Cody		as	Ambassador Aelsery
Christopher Dickinson	as	Security Officer Fred
Christopher Dickinson	as	Security Officer Nani
Christopher Gibson	as	Ambassador Qui'dinjori
Christopher Gibson	as	Captain Malachi
Christopher Gibson	as	Ensign Mariva Hixxan
James Homuth		as	Eulaera

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson      	as 	U.S.S. Quirinus – SM

Summary - The U.S.S. Quirinus has docked within the large empty expanse within Crossroads Station, docked along-side the U.S.S. Naftali. A normal Federation outpost would be teaming with hundreds of vessels, Starfleet, alien, civilian... Crossroads however is quiet. An eerie, awkward sort of silence that makes your skin crawl...

Captain Sulek is about to begin to a meeting with Ambassador Aelsery, Captain Matisse and the representatives of several other worlds within the Xherivhan. At the same time, Sulek's staff are preparing to board the U.S.S. Naftali.

Answers lay on the horizon and tensions build. The grand summit is in sixteen days. Can the crew of the U.S.S. Quirinus guarantee the safety of the Ambassadors, or will the whole event go down in a fiery chaos? Only time will tell...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "Whispers In The Shadows"=/\==/\=

CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Taps his commbadge::  *CSO*: Powers to Kraight.
CNS_Azhure says:
:: In her office, putting together the report on Naftali's Vulcan security officer.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::in ready room::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@*CTO*: Kraight here. What can I do for you, Commander?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
:: Outside the ready room, and chimes the door::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Checks who is around him::  *CSO*: Commander, if possible, I need you to do a little evidence finding for me.  Eulaera herself wasn't involved in the Naftali event, but I'm certain the Lilithine were.  Check their equipment, and perhaps the Naf's computer as to how the files were deleted, if you find the time.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::having just entered the Naftali, looks around::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Ambassador Qui, escorted by two security officers, hovers across the bridge and to the door of the Captain's ready room. S/he looks up at Joanna with translucent, critical eyes::
Eulaera says:
::sits in her quarters, waiting for what comes next::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Matisse*: If you would bring the Ambassadors to the ready room, we will begin shortly...  come
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::enters the bridge, throwing a glare at Qui's general direction, and looks for the others::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@*CTO*: I'll make the time, Commander. Anything else?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Enters:: CO: Nice timing captain ::smiles and enters:: thought we could get a few words in before the meeting.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
*CSO*: Not at this time, thank you, Commander.  Perhaps when you report back, I may need additional information.  Thanks.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: I do want the computer checked out. Look for an sign of tampering similar to what we experienced - assuming we can get into it
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ *CTO*: Understood. Kraight out.
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui speaks softly, more to hirself then anything:: Self: Late as usual...::As the door slides open s/he holds up hir hand to stop the guards in their tracks, and floats into the Captain's ready room::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::As the channel closes, he heads towards the Sickbay region to find his girlfriend and her report for him::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: Yes, sir. That is one of my chief priorities.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sees the ambassadors as the doors close:: Matisse: They seem to be right behind you.
Eulaera says:
::has decided she's had enough sitting and gets up, walking carefully across the room to the computer console::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Sits back in her chair.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: clicks on his wrist light as the hatchway before him opens into blackness ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: I'm going to see what I can do about the lights and environmental. 
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Welcome Ambassador.  Please be seated.  ::indicates chair at one end of the table:: We will begin shortly.
Sec_Fred says:
::Leans forward watching his console - watching Eulaera's quarters.  Hmmm, computer access::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
CO: It seems so.  ::Moves off to the side::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::enters right behind Qui and looks down at the room's occupants::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui hovers over towards the chair and looks at it. The Noori Ambassador looks up at Sulek and shakes hir head once, floating over towards Matisse and stopping::
Eulaera says:
::calls up something in the database... identified as 'classical music' and runs the program::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::As he arrives, the door chimes for Azhure::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: There's a primary ODN junction just down this corridor. I'm going to tap into the ship's network there.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Lead on.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Aelsery:: Aelsery: Ambassador, welcome also, please be seated ::indicates a chair at the opposite end from Qui::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: moves off down the corridor ::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Looks down:: Qui: Ambassdor ::Nods:: I hope all is well

ACTION - Sulek's computer beeps with an incoming signal.

CNS_Azhure says:
:: Looks over at the door with a smile.::  CTO:  Enter.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::regards him with a nod:: CO: Mr. Sulek.  ::looks over at Mattisse:: CIV: Captain, good to see you again.  ::doesn't acknowledge Qui::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Steps in as the doors part.  With a wink::  CNS: You wanted to see me, Commander?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the chronometer:: Self: right on time.

ACTION - The corridor that Kraight and Pangborn are moving down has been twisted dramatically, parts of the floor plating being twisted at an almost 45 degree angle. Sparks flicker from a nearby console...

CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  Always... :: Stands and walks over to him for a kiss.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Kisses her and they embrace::  CNS: Tsk tsk, while on duty, no less.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ambassadors: As you may not know there is a delegation on the station that would like to speak with you.  ::before they have a chance to respond he presses the on of the center table screen::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: She's been through a lot.::looks around::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Similarily, Qui does not acknowledge Aelsery's presence and s/he turns to Sulek, hir voice gentle, filled with some sounds of concern:: CO: This will not go well, Captain...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: consults the ship's schematics displayed on his tricorder, picking his way carefully through the wreckage ::  XO: Yes... the access should be right... about... here.  :: stops and pulls an access panel from the corridor wall ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Is it functional?
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::eyebrows arch:: CO: What is their reason for wishing to speak to us?

ACTION - The image of a large conference room aboard Crossroads Station appears on the screen. On one side is Captain Malachi and her Executive Officer, the Chief Tactical Officer, some guards and three Tzani delegates.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: deft fingers find the ODN access connector and plug it into the tricorder; a second tricorder is quickly set up and networked with the first ::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Stepping back with a smile, motions him toward the couch.::  CTO:  Selik awoke, a day early.  Basically I spoke with him, asking basic questions as you were otherwise occupied.  I thought I would fill you in.  :: Goes to the replicator for some ice water.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Qui: Please Ambassador, lets give this a chance.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: I have come to expect no less, these days.  COM: Malachi: Right on time.  Please be aware that the Ambassadors may not be aware of your earlier report.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
CNS: A day early?  Did you account for the Vulcan healing trance, or whatever they call it?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@  XO: As functional as we can expect under the circumstances. I'm sure I'll have to visit the core eventually... but this is a good place to start.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::folds her arms across her chest and narrows her eyes at the center console::
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  Yes, we did.  Otherwise it would have been earlier.  :: Hands him the ice water.::
Eulaera says:
::closes down the console, and idly paces, seeming some combination of restless and nervous::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: I will allow Captain Malachi to explain.

ACTION - Malachi says nothing and nods, turning her attention to the Tzani man before her. His forehead slopes forward and his dark skin triggers memories in Joanna Matisse's memories - learning of proto-humans on Earth.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: begins downloading the relevant data, and running diagnostics simultaneously ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Good enough. Tie into the Quirinus's power if you need to.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Takes the water with a nod::  CNS: What did you get from him?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: nods absently... absorbed now in the data streams rapidly scrolling across the screens in front of him ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::sifts through some rubble, as if it could tell the story::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Curls up next to him on the couch.::  CTO:  I do not believe he had anything to do with what happened.  He basically told me the same think Commander Bex had.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sits back in the center chair and watches the two Ambassadors for reaction::
Host Captain_Malachi says:
#COM: Quirinus: Three days ago, representatives from the Tzani government arrived aboard, with claims concerning the Noori and Lilithine governments...
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
CNS: I didn't suspect he did.  It's those Lilithine, I can feel it.  We just don't have the evidence we need - or the motive right now.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
:: Tilts her head a bit to the left, watching the screen::
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  I asked him why the one scientist was with him.  Apparently, the captain did not trust them.  So they were spread throughout the searching teams in order to keep an eye on them.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: See if I have a clear path to engineering. I'd like to restore power to more of the ship if we can
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Leans in::  CNS: Do you trust them?
Eulaera says:
::stops pacing, turns for the door, then heads for the sofa where she retakes her seat::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::looks a little more haughty than usual:: Malachi: I am well aware of their "claims"...
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui does not move and watches the viewer intently::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: Internal sensors are twitchy at best... I'll see what I can find.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Do the best you can
Host Captain_Malachi says:
#COM: Quirinus: Do you deny the claims that the Lilithine and the Noori have invaded sovereign Tzani space?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: Auxiliary control should be just one deck down, though.
Sec_Fred says:
::As Eulaera leaves the console, he rechecks what Eulaera was doing.  They've restricted computer access pretty far, but just in case::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: watching the data carefully ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Good enough. Stay here and work if you like, I'm going to see what I can get going from there
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Considers.::  CTO:  Given what I have seen so far, I believe I can trust the ambassador.  But the scientist?  :: Shakes her head.::   No... and I cannot tell you what exactly it is about her that brings mistrust.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Monitors the reaction on the people in the room::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: Yes, sir. I'll report any significant finds.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::exits, finding his way with his tricorder to auxiliary control::
Sec_Fred says:
::Just music::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
COM: Malachi:  The sisterhood liberated our Holy Space from the Noori oppressors.  My question for you is, what concern is this of yours?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: Ambassador, you were informed of the accusation when and by whom, if I might ask?

ACTION - The Tzani representative stands from his seat and rushes towards the screen, his hair ragged and sticking in a million different direction. Hatred fills his eyes..."That space is ours! Not yours! Not the Noori's! OURS!"

Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
CO: The actions of the Lilithine military, including this re-taking of our space, are no secret to me.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::arrives in whats left of auxiliary control and begins to assess the damage::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
Aelsery: Our territory I believe you mean. Watch your words, Aur'ra.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: begins a second download when he spots a reference to a manifest of the equipment brought aboard by the Lilithine science team ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Sighs::  CNS: That's what I thought.  I can't hold her on anything yet... but... did Selik tell you anything helpful about the murder investigation?
Eulaera says:
::gets up from her seat, and heads for the replicator... she orders a glass of water::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Qui:: Qui: Then you too entered into the Tzani space, separately from the Sisterhood?
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::remains cool and faces the Tzani:: COM: Tzani:  Perhaps your energy should have gone toward defending it then, rather than yelling about it later like so many spoiled children.  ::raises one eyebrow::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::merely holds a hand up in Qui's direction, indicating that he should be silent::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::S/he nods once:: CO: It is our space to reclaim.
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  He said there were teams placed throughout the ship for a methodical search... deck by deck.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::laughs shortly at Qui's "claim" to her Holy Space::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::makes what he can in the way of repairs, and attempt to restore power to various parts of the ship::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: Then you sought to save the Tzani without their behest?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Qui: No it isn't. ::Accidentally speaks::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: At what point did the Tzani take it from the Noori?
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: They have tried... but failed.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
CO:  The Sisterhood seeks to save our space.  This Tzani is merely under the mistaken impression that said space belongs to him.
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
#<Tzani> COM: Quirinus: Lies! It is our space! Ours! They can't just take it by force! We'll kill you for it if we have to!
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO: The captain was coordinating from the bridge.  Each team knew their own pattern, but no one else's.  Only the CO and XO would know.  According to him, everyone was in sight at all time.  Nothing was out of the ordinary.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::narrows her eyes:: COM: Tzani:  I'd like to see you try.
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  But Bill... consider.  If the captain of the Naftali did not trust them... one has to wonder.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Perhaps you could clarify it for me, you have jointly shared this space with the Tzani for how long?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
All: Is there anyway we could divide the space?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@*CSO*: I'm not getting much of a response down here. Anything to report? I'll be back up shortly.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: And it was your space at what point?
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui motions towards Matisse:: CIV: Your diplomat is aware of the Holy Space dispute...
Eulaera says:
::finishes her water, then recycles the glass, and takes the same careful, even steps back to her seat::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
CO: It has always been our space.  These intruders merely seek to confuse the point - that sector belongs to the Lilithine sisterhood.  Yesterday, today, and forever.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ *XO*: A few details about the investigation into the death of the CTO, but little of use. I am presently downloading the cargo manifest of the Lilithine science team.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@*CSO*: I'll be with you in a moment. Pangborn out.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Tzani: You have been sovereign for how long?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
CNS: I could hold the scientist for... no more than 24 hours with just the charges and no evidence.
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
#<Tzani> COM: Quirinus: We laid claims to the Holy Space over one-hundred years ago!
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  I doubt we could do much in that time... or even more.  Could we tag her?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Matisse:: Matisse: I think we have a clearer picture.  This is not a new battle.

ACTION - The deck platting beneath Ben Pangborn's feet begins to shake...

Eulaera says:
::shifts her position faintly, eyes scanning the room not entirely unlike so many times before::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
CO: A good hundred years.  But unfortunately this happens all the time in one form or another,
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: feels the tremors in the ship :: *XO*: Commander? Are you all right?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
CNS: She's being held in quarters.  Two guards are outside, same as every other guest quarters.  She's being watched all the time...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::Makes his way through the rubble back to Kraight:: CSO: Get ready to leave as soon as we've done all we can. If possible, tie in the Naftali's computer to ours, if it is safe to do so and will aid us.
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  Where I doubt she will do anything knowing she is a suspect and our eyes are on her.  Tag her and let her go.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@*CSO*: I am now. What was that?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Malachi: It would seem to me that this is something that needs to hammered out in the meeting.  All: Would you agree to a truce until the council convenes.  I believe it is called a cessation of hostilities.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Snorts::  CNS: Any way to do that without making it obvious?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ *XO*: There are some Lilithine data storage modules in Science Lab 3. With your permission, I'd like to retrieve them.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ *XO*: I'm not certain what that vibration was...
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::casts a wary glance at the Tzani and Qui:: CO: As long as the others don't try anything foolish....  we would be willing to call a cease fire.
Eulaera says:
::produces a small device from a pocket, and activates the unit::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: I shall inform my government that a cease fire will begin...::S/he glances towards Aelsery::...if you believe the Lilithine felvazhar can be trusted...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Go right ahead, but determine if there is any danger first, and then take appropriate precautions
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ *XO*: Aye, sir. Kraight out.
Sec_Fred says:
::Sits up sharply::  *CTO*: Commander... Eulaera just produced a small device from her pocket....
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::narrows her eyes:: Qui: Watch your tone, small one...  before I remove that which allows you to speak such words.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Surely you must agree that a wise course to peace is the first step in learning to understand each other?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Bites her lip, and wonders if Aelsery will keep her cool::
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO: Various ways of knocking a person out, quickly preforming the procedure and being done.  It could even be done while she is asleep so that an explanation of the time lapse need not be figured out... or :: Hesitant.:: simple hypnosis too.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Narrows his eyes::  *Sec*: What kind of device?
Eulaera says:
::the device, looking not too dissimilar to a PADD, rests on Eulaera's knee::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Coughs, holding her hand over her mouth, trying to get the ambassadors attention::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
#<Tzani> COM: Quirinus: The Lilithine women will never understand us... and the Noori seek what they can not have... no Captain Quirinus... peace will not come easily...::He glares at the screen, his face dominating the viewer::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Listens.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui/Aelsery ::stands and speaks quietly::Ambassadors, that is enough.  Would two great leaders of their people argue as children in a play area?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: checks the ship's schematics against the engineering survey :: XO: There are no working turbolifts between here and Science Lab 3. I'll have to take the Jeffries tubes.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: begins dismantling his tricorder network ::
Sec_Fred says:
*CTO*: A PADD of some kind, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Let's play it safe. I'll accompany you and we'll beam back from there
Eulaera says:
::as she has done so many times, she appears to change her mind, and return the device to her pocket... it establishes a connection with the computer on its way back from whence it came::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: You shall have your cease fire, Captain.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::turns her glare briefly on Sulek, then the Tzani:: ALL: Like I said, the Lilithine will attempt to cease-fire... for the moment ::warning tone::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Tzani: But if it lead to understanding, would not a temporary peace be better than the killings that have now gone on for a hundred years?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: nods, slips the tricorders into his belt pouches ::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Quietly::  CTO:  I would suggest a shield around her quarters to block anything but comm signals.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Moves forward:: CO: I think this would be a good time for a break captain.  Aelsery and I could stretch our legs.

ACTION - The Tzani glares at the screen and yells "Fine" before giving a huff and sitting back down in his seat.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Matisse: A good idea. Perhaps the Ambassadors would like time to notify their governments.
Sec_Fred says:
*CTO*: It's sending out some kind of signal, looks like it's trying to interface with the computers.  It looks incompatible right now... and I'm not picking up any connection... but...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: walks down the corridor and finds an access hatch to the Jeffries tube network, opens it ::
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  Your reason...  at least to find out more.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Motions to the door:: Aelsery: Shall we take our leave?  :: Thinks the captain can deal better with Qui::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::tags along, looking as he proceeds::

ACTION - The Naftali's lights flicker on, dim, but there. Long shadows fill the corridors and jefferies tubes. The hull groans under distant stresses, twisted and warped in so many areas...

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Malachi: I hope this counts as progress.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::His eyes narrow::  *Sec*/CNS: It might not be compatible with any Starfleet system, but that doesn't mean it's not compatible with a Lilithine device.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: Take a good look. This ship has got to be destined for the trash heap
Host Captain_Malachi says:
#COM: Quirinus: More progress then I've been able to make...::She glances over at the Tzani:: I'll make sure the Tzani "government" are contacted...
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
CIV: I believe all the progress has been made here that can be.
CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  Best to take it... I would rather argue later after the fact if we are wrong.  The argument is easier to do if still whole.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: looks around :: XO: One might almost think the ship wants us gone. Your culture has tales of domiciles in which the restless spirits of the dead are said to lurk, does it not?
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CIV: For once... the Lilithine and I agree.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Stands from his chair::  *Sec*: Fred, signal the security guards outside her quarters, tell them to take Eulaera into custody, and have them disable the device.  I'll join them shortly.  CNS: Coming?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: begins climbing upwards ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Marachi: Thank you for this time... It has been most enlightening.  Quirinus out.
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Nods, standing to join him.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::laughs:: CSO: After what I've been though I can tell you. Ghosts are not real.
Eulaera says:
::sighs, and hears a soft beep as the device deactivates again::

ACTION - Malachi nods and the comm signal blinks out. A long silence fills the Captain's Ready Room...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::grabs the ladder and follows::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Waits by the door:: Aelsery: Shall we?
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::follows the CIV out of the room::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: With long strides follows quickly.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: I am relieved to hear it, Commander.
Sec_Nani says:
::Enters Eulaera's quarters using the override code and looks at her.  His weapon is still holstered::  Eulaera: I was just thinking you might be bored.  Perhaps we could take a little walk?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Ambassdor, you may use my com to contact your government.  It is said that old hatreds die hard.  You cannot let your emotions drive you if you are to succeed in bringing together this sector.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Aelsery: Would you like to go back to your quarters, or go for a drink?

ACTION - As Commander Powers and Commander Azhure go to leave the counselor's office, they discover Ensign Mariva Hixxan outside, her hand about to press the chime...

CNS_Azhure says:
CTO:  I will join you in a moment...
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
CIV:  Captain, I believe I should return to my quarters briefly.  I need to inform the Sisterhood of the recent developments.
Eulaera says:
::raises an eyebrow:: SEC: I was... unsure if I'd be allowed to leave. What with the investigation, and all. ::stands up, and motions the guard ahead of her::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Looks at Mariva.::  Hixxan:  Can I help you?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Eyes Hixxan... how coincidental::  CNS: Aye.  ::Continues on his way::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: looks up :: XO: Science Lab 3 is now two decks above us.
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
Azhure: Ma'am... I... I... I... ::She looks embarrassed, as if she had been caught with her hand in the cookie jar:: ...I have a problem...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Aelsery: Did you want company, or did you want to meet up after?
Sec_Nani says:
::Smiles politely, his associate watching his back he turns and begins walking::  Eulaera: Right this way, ma'am.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: The sooner the better. I'm not getting any younger

ACTION - The hull of the Naftali rocks violently and Pangborn loses his footing for a moment. The hull groans, and the sound echoes down the tubes, like a cry of pain...

Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: Captain... ::Qui hovers in front of Sulek's desk::
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Tempted to look towards Bill, but knows he is more then capable of handling things... far better then her in the current situation.  Steps back into her office, motioning the ensign.::  Hixxan:  How can I help you?
Eulaera says:
::her hands rest at her sides as she follows between the security officers... not taking any chances, these ones::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
CIV:  I appreciate your offer Captain, but I should contact them on my own.  This is a somewhat... personal... matter for the Sisters and myself.  I will meet you in the lounge when I am finished discussing.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::trys to recover his footing::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Yes, Ambassador?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: looks down, concerned :: XO: Commander?  :: reaches down with one hand to help ::
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
::Accepting the invite, Mariva rushes into Azhure's office and sits down:: CNS: It's Lieutenant JG Watson... she... she came to see me today...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Aelsery: Of course, just let me know.
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui turns back to look towards the entrance of the office:: CO: There is something you must know about The Holy Space...
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Motions her toward the chair.::  Hixxan:  About?
Sec_Nani says:
::At the next junction, they call for a turbolift.  When the car arrives, they motion Eulaera in::
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::nods and smiles:: CIV:  I will see you soon, Captain.  ::turns and enters the TL::
Eulaera says:
::obeys with a faint nod, truely amazed at the design, but cooperating anyway::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::reaches up and grabs Kraight's hand, regaining balance:: CSO: Thanks.
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
::She fidgets slightly:: CNS: She... she's pregnant... and she wants to quit Starfleet. ::She pauses, unsure of what to say without violating patient confidentiality::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@CSO: I'm okay
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::his interest is now heightened, he looks at the demure Ambassador:: Qui: I know that your responses can be shall we say a bit mystical, I hope this is not one of those times.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Bill just happens to catch the same turbolift car as the security guards and Eulaera.  As he steps in::  Eulaera: Aaaah, Miss Eulaera.  I was so hoping to see you again.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
Computer: Deck 7!
CNS_Azhure says:
Hixxan:  But there is more... :: Pours and hands her a cup of hot Vulcan spice tea.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: helps Pangborn get a firm grip on the rungs ::  XO: I find myself in agreement with you, Commander. The sooner we are off this ship, the better.  :: resumes the climb, faster now ::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
*CO*: When you have a moment captain, may we have our chat?
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: It is not. ::Qui moves over towards the seat and looks at it once more:: CO: I told you that many believe the Xherivhan was populated when a higher species brought us to their region of space... it is believed that The Holy Space is the place in which we were brought here.
Eulaera says:
::has no idea where they're taking her, but nods:: CTO: And I you, commander. Tell me, how is the... ::pauses:: ... investigation going?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::continues:: CSO: Never is soon enough to return here
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
::She holds the tea and it ripples as her hands shake:: CNS: It wasn't concentual...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Matisse*: In a moment, Captain, I shall join you.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: reaches the proper hatchway, pops it open and clambers out into the corridor ::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: turns to be certain Pangborn joins him without incident ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::follows Kraight out::

ACTION - As Kraight and Pangborn crawl out of the Jefferies tube and into the corridor, they find themselves bathed in the red glow of emergency lights. The corridor to their left is completely destroyed, the bulkhead having collapsed long ago...

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Then it is a center of all species in the area.  You, the Tzani, and the Sisterhood are not the only ones to fight here?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
Eulaera: It's going forward.  How nice of you to ask, I was just coming to see if you had something new to add.  Maybe your memories returned - of what exactly you were doing on the Naftali....
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Finds a nice comfy place on the bridge, and takes a seat::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: points ::  XO: Down here.  :: moves down the corridor, a small pool of light bobbing before him ::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: No. The Ko'ra and Vo have also laid claims... however neither have the military force capable to hold such a region.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::follows:: CSO: I hope this was worth it
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: What would a rift between your allies, the Vo, and yourself do to this battle?
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Takes a seat across the councilor, her body in a very relaxed position, though her mind is far from it.  Nods with a sigh.::  Hixxan:  You know that information cannot be withheld.  A ship must be safe... the people must feel as safe as they can in an environment that only eludes to safety.
Regal_Amb_Aelsery says:
::enters her quarters and opens a comm channel to the Lilithine Government, informing them of the agreement to cease-fire until the summit::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ :: enters the lab and quickly locates the Lilithine devices ::  XO: As do I. We'll just take the memory cores.  :: pops two crystalline, hexahedral objects out of each Lilithine computer ::
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
::She hands her head low and takes a quick sip of the tea:: CNS: B-but... she has requested that I keep confidential. ::She stands quickly, spilling the tea, obviously flustered:: He... he...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
@ XO: Got them.  :: taps commbadge ::  *COMM* Kraight to Quirinus. Two to beam over.
Eulaera says:
CTO: Subspatial field research, commander. I am uncertain what else it is I can tell you... ::pauses again, and glances at the guards on either side of her:: At least, that you haven't more than certainly discovered. You are more... resourceful than I am used to.
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Quietly::  Hixxan: Why does she not want others to know?
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: The Vo are divided and weak... any sign of decent could lead to the Lilithine invading their space. ::S/he lets out an audible sigh:: There would be many deaths.
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
CNS: She can't bear the shame of what they did... what he did... ::She paces quickly, obviously unsure of how to deal with this::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Grabs Eulaera by the front of the shirt.  With force in his voice, he slams Eulaera up against the wall::  Eulaera: I'm tired of your lies, scientist!  One of your team sabotaged the Naftali's computers, and I want to know why!  Or maybe I should ask that computer control device you have in your pocket - sending messages to your cohorts?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: I have something for you to consider.  Starfleet trusts you and I have seen no real reason to do otherwise.  At each of the events since our arrival, evidence of the Vo have been found.  Please consider what this might mean and let me know what you think.  It was to apparent.  It could be planted.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Matisse* What is your location?

ACTION - As Eulaera hits the bulkhead a rippling rainbow of colors erupts in the turbolift.  Large multi-colored angel wings form behind the female scientist...

CNS_Azhure says:
Hixxan:  So it is shame that she wishes to avoid.  Hixxan, rape has been happening almost since the beginning of time.  And it is the same thought over and over, that it is the womans fault, that she did something wrong and blames herself for it.  It is part of our job to ease through that.  And part of that, is to make her feel safe.
Eulaera says:
::her eyes go wide, but she doesn't even try and fight it:: CTO: I... I do not know what you're talking about. ::tries to catch her breath:: I take notes... I... ::trails off, now genuinely afraid... or at least, that's what it looks like::
Host Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui nods once and glances over at Sulek:: CO: Thank you for your work this day, Captain...
Host Ens_Hixxan says:
::She turns to Azhure, her face a deep blue, the blood rushing to her face:: CNS: But how?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Ambassador, if you will excuse me, you may contact your government.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
*CO*: Keeping the captains seat warm on the bridge.  Just kidding, waiting here for you.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::walks out of the ready room and sees Matisse:: Matisse: So I see.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Matisse: What did you wish to speak with me about?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Ignores the wings, although he bets the security guards are backing off::  Eulaera: I think you do.  I've got enough now to hold you for impeding an investigation, why don't you cooperate, and I'll not rip your wings off?
CNS_Azhure says:
Hixxan: The first step, is removing the rapist.  For that is what he is... or she believes he his... then... :: Pauses.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
CO: What did we get ourselves into? Theres only so long we can keep them all calm with out this getting violent.
CNS_Azhure says:
:: Reaches for her commbadge, concern in her voice.::  *CTO*: Bill... be careful... there is... danger.
Eulaera says:
::tries to back away from the CTO, and finds herself reminded there's a wall there:: CTO: I have told you all I know... ::pauses:: I demand to speak immediately with Ambasador Aelsery!

ACTION - The transporter room confirms the beam out and the air around the away team seems to crackle. A hum surrounds them and they are enveloped in beautiful blue light. Moments later it is all over and Pangborn and Kraight find themselves in the Quirinus transporter room...

ACTION - The away team has returned with data, a cease fire has been agreed to... and left to hir own devices in the Captain's Ready Room, Ambassador Qui contacts hir government. Gentle whispers are passed between each other. Plans are in motion against Qui and against the Quirinus... for better of worse, it can't be stopped now...

=/\==/\=END Mission=/\==/\=