Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10601.16

Starring:

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

…and…

Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Erin Cody-Allen 	as 	Lieutenant JG Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels – TO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Lt. Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
Kurt Goring	 	as 	Lieutenant JG Soriq Ahkileez – FCO
James Homuth 	as 	Ensign Michael Jervase – MO
Kate McTiernan	as	Captain Joanna Matisse – CIV
Bryce Miller	 	as 	Ensign Royle Chandra – CEO
Edward Selgas		as	Lt. Commander David Telarus – OPS
Karriaunna Scotti 	as 	Commander Azhure – CNS

                        …with…

Erin Cody-Allen	as	Ambassador Aur’ra Aelsery
Christopher Gibson	as	Ambassador Starr’entia, Girl,
Christopher Gibson	as	Ambassador Qui’dinjori
Christopher Gibson	as	Ambassador Trogdo, Colonel Sydney Majors
Christopher Gibson	as	Computer, Lt. Commander T’Vol

                        …with…

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

Summary - The Executioner, a demi-god from Xherivhan mythology lays before Commander Ben Pangborn...appearing to be a young child, Eula Viera. Blood drips from her teeth as she rests peacefully on cool Starfleet deck plating. Soriq Ahkileez prepares to bleed the daemon with Azhure and Bill Powers watching...lost out of time...

Back on Crossroads Station, medical personnel rush around to deal with Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels...the young Tactical Officer's heart having stopped due to an unidentified viral infection; the same infection that is currently coursing through Captain Joanna Matisse's veins. Blood is key to life, it represents strength, power, energy.

Without it, we die. Some creatures feed on blood as a source of nourishment, to some cultures it has ritual purposes. To the Executioner it means power...but for Adrienne and Joanna, it could mean their undoing...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "The Grand Summit - On The Shoulders of Gods"=/\==/\=

TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::on a biobed in sickbay, a pained expression frozen on her face::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::nearly running into sickbay, not even sure when it was he headed here::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sits at the head of the conference table as the noise from his actions die down::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Checking the rerouted environmental systems::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::sitting at the conference table, the look on her face is the closest to "startled" that she would ever outwardly show::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
:: Puts her arms on the table and rests her chin in her hands, as she continues to watch the circus that unfolds in front of her::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
#::tightly wrapping the torn piece of his uniform around the shard of transparent aluminum from the display::
Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui'dinjori glances over at Sulek and then towards the other Starfleet Officers present:: CO/CIV: You give us a choice, peace or death?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Firing at it has a very limited effect. ::looks at Soriq:: How are you holding up?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::grabs the nearest medic on his way to Adrienne's bed:: Medic: Report.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Looks at Bill:: CTO:  I am thinking the holodeck could throw something together that might affect it.  If we take it to engineering... :: uncertain of the consequences to that.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Qui: what more is there in life? Do you really want to see more blood shed?  or an end to this.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Sighs::  CNS: We haven't gotten its attention yet... how do you suspect we do so now?  A phaser went right through it.... should I just run through it?

ACTION - Adrienne drops down onto the bio bed and her body begins to shake as her autonomic functions begin to fail. Her brain begins to fire random signals...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he steeples his finger tips in front of him measuring each ambassador's reaction:: Qui: You have given yourselves this choice. The current situation is not stable.  If the status quo is broken, without peace, escalation is inevitable.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
#::watches blood drip from the wound on his arm:: XO: I'll be fine. ::scowls:: Let's just find it and kill it.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: A touch of humour::  CTO:  Actually, you probably could.  However, I would not recommend it.  It is still energy, no telling how it would affect you.  The problem is, we are out of the timeline.  If we stay that way, there is nothing we can do.  We have to enter back into the time stream to affect anything.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: That’s the problem, we can't seem to kill it.
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: Then I assume you have some sort of...Federation solution? ::Qui's translucent eyes shift from Sulek to Aur'ra::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Looks at her::  CNS: Thoughts on that?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::doesn't even bother waiting for the medic to get around to answering, and injects Adrienne with a mild stabilizing agent:: Someone hand me a cortical stimulator... and bloody well step on it!
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: We need to recalibrate our weapons. Anything that will put a dent in the thing
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::the blackness begins to become populated with random images...  Uncle Garren's place on Earth, when she thought both her parents had been killed, the Jem’Hadar "monsters" on Abertura, snowboarding in the holosuite on KePo'Vor, and that strange place which aged she and her mother one day for every hour they spent there... all of it all jumbled::
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T'Vol> ::Hands Jervase the stimulator and begins calling out readings::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::changes the settings on his phaser and fires at Eula to see what effect it has::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# CTO:  In theory... my idea will work... however... we will need to move fast.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> Qui:  I think he is proposing some form of joint government over the Holy Space.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Shrugs::  CNS: I've got nothing better.  Lead on Commander.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::attaches the stimulator and adjusts the settings slightly:: Clear! ::initiates the device::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: As I stated, control must be shared.  A place in common so that all may enjoy the Holy Space.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::looks to the CO:: CO:  Mr.  Sulek, is that an accurate interpretation?

ACTION - The device on Adrienne fires and her body shakes. Bright flashes of light cross her vision...

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: Yes, Ambassador.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: We need to rethink our strategy. It's not having any effect
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# CTO:  Lovely...  ready to step out of time?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Waits to see the reaction of all the ambassadors::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Thinks what she needs to tell the other two.::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::wants to squeeze her eyes shut as it all explodes all of the sudden::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::coughs:: FCO: I know this is an uncomfortable question, but how is your telepathy? Developed?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::doesn't notice a change in her readings and fires again:: TO: If you die on me Adrienne so help me I'll kill you.

ACTION - The Vo Ambassador shakes his head several times and glances over at Qui and Starr'entia. Qui remains silent while the Ko'ra Ambassador mumbles under his breath. Trogdo speaks first, "You want us to work with them?" he says as he points to Aelsery.

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::grinds his teeth against the pain, cursing his avoiding the training that would've let him suppress it:: XO: No. I'm not like them. ::snatches the phaser from Pangborn's hand and tosses it aside:: Nothing beats hands on.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: The Federation will offer assistance in helping you to structure this shared venture...this treaty and even in the construction of a central complex for the governing of Holy Space.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
#:: Closes her eyes and concentrates, bringing them out of time.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trogdo: Is there another option or would you prefer to see the killing continue?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> Trogdo: You, of all people, think you're too good to work with *us*?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Watch the field. It's the only thing keeping it there
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Trogdo> ::He ignored Aur'ra's comment:: CO: They hate us...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Eula: Enough of this senselessness. What *do* you want? We're at a stalemate.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::removes the device, and changes the hypospray's settings, administering a direct neural stimulant::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Trogdo: Do you know why?  And why do you hate them? Just curious.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> CO/Trogdo: "Hate" is not quite the proper term.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Trogdo: Overcoming age-old hatred is no easy task.  But there is a saying in the Federation.  Each journey must begin with a single step.  Are you so unwilling to take one step?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Eyes still closed::  CTO:  By the way... no  matter what, do not trust it.  Even now what the others see is a lie.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
#::tucks the makeshift blade in to the weapons belt at his waist and checks a nearby display for field integrity::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: in the station's med lab, the Benzite science officer makes a startling discovery ::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::follows that up with an antiviral sequence, hoping he really does have *some* time for creativity.. just in case::

ACTION - The Executioner doesn't move and Eula's dark eyes watch the blood as it pours freely from the wound in Mariva Hixxan's neck.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: Kraight to Doctor Jervase.

ACTION - The distorted view around Azhure and Bill Powers shifts and colour returns to their vision. Time seems to freeze for a moment and then suddenly they are back in the shadows...

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Each of you said that you will give up something to start this process.  Now what will you gain? The strength of diversity.  The strength of sharing and learning.  Strength comes not in one's ability to kill, but to build a vision.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::curses to himself, lowly:: *CSO*: I'm a little busy, commander. ::continues to work on his patient::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Blinks twice::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::moves to help Hixxan:: FCO: It's seems somewhat disabled, see if you can use the field to your advantage. Manipulate it's strength
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: opens her eyes::   FCO/XO:  It lies... we need to get it where there is energy... the holodeck would do well.
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO/Aelsery: ...and how do you propose that we maintain this joint government?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::looks up at the voice::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::looks up:: CNS: Where did you come from?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: with difficulty.  You all have much to overcome and accept.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# XO:  Answers later...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: The virus is a construct -- it has been deliberately engineered to be polymorphic. It rewrites its DNA each time it infects a different species, in order to attack the myelin sheaths around the autonomic nerves.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSN: Then lets get it to the holodeck. ::moves toward Eula::

ACTION - As death begins to tighten its grip on Adrienne, she slips deeper into her mind. She finds herself standing in front of a young blue skinned girl. "Hello," the child says.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: This means that it can also rewrite itself to avoid the effects of any antiviral drug you may administer.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::takes a long, tired look at the two new arrivals::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
*CSO*: I hope the next thing you're going to tell me is you have an option, commander, because I'm almost out... and so is she.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Taps his commbadge::  *Security*: Commander Powers to Security.  Clear all corridors between my current position and the holodeck.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
$::is now completely unaware of everything that is going on around her in sickbay, stares curiously at the little girl:: Girl: Who are you?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: The Federation cannot make this happen.  Only you can.  You have something here in common, the safety of all species and a new frontier but only you can build this.  At first, it will be difficult and there will be much conflict, ::indicating knife:: but you must remind yourself always what is at stake.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::grabs one of Eula’s arms::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Feeling a bit stiff from sitting down so long, stretches her legs under the table, and sits back::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Moves and kneels before the counselor.  She is barely alive.::  *Medical*:  Emergency transport.  :: activates the counselor’s commbadge.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: I am attempting to program a batch of nanites that can prevent the virus from morphing. Once that is done, conventional anti-virals can have their intended effect. I need just a few more minutes...
Ambassador_Qui says:
$<Girl> TO: I am the reason...
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
$::raises one eyebrow:: Girl: The reason for what?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: Powers, a little help her.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
*CSO*: You don't have it, commander. Her readings are near flatline.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# XO: Beware... it lies.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: See to Soriq as well
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::grabs Eula's other arm with an iron grip:: Eula: Time to go, witch. XO: I've got her, we don't need him.
Ambassador_Qui says:
$<Girl> TO: For pain, for suffering. I am what they want...what they wished to use.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: Agreed, Lets go
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
$Girl: Who's "they"? ::through her clouded mind, is starting to get frustrated with all the puzzles::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# CTO:  Remember what I told you... it will be a surprise.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: I am no doctor... but do you have an old-style cortical stimulator?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#CNS: Commbadges aren't working... have to take care of things ourselves...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Nods::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: I hope you know what she's talking about, 'cause I sure as hell don't.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: works feverishly to complete the programming ::
Ambassador_Qui says:
$<Girl> TO: Those who manipulate the flow...time is like a river, but it can not be diverted. Disaster awaits for those who tamper. I am the reason...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO:  Can you help me?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::administers a little something to counter, or try to counter, Adrienne's slipping, and just looks at T'Vol for the answer::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::begins to move Eula::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# CNS: No. I have my hand full. ::tightens his grip on Eula and the other hangs limp::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: The first steps will involve tenets which all species must agree to live by.  The equal sharing of governing holy space not its division.  All must work to become equal in its control regardless of their individual species power.
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T'Vol> MO: We need to stabilize her somehow...::He glances at her readings:: MO: What about a reset of sorts?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Powers and I have her. Help the counselor
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
$::tries to put it together:: Girl: So someone out there is tampering with the flow of time, and they use pain and suffering to do it, and you're the pain and suffering that they use?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: As she talks, she works on stopping the blood.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
T'Vol: Do it. *CSO*: We should... what're you suggesting?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: completes the programming ... grabs the vial containing the nanites and rushes out of the med lab ::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> CO: So you suggest government by a representative body from all factions, rather than rule by one and subjugation for the rest.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::considers defying the order for a moment before letting Eula go:: XO: Just don't let that thing get loose. ::turns to Azhure:: CNS: What is it?
Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui'dinjori hovers up and looks over at Aelsery and the other Ambassadors:: CO: The Lilithine can not be trusted to maintain peace...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
:: Turns her head and yawns in her hand, feeling tired, gives them a bit longer before calling for a break::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: To that end, the Federation will supply a team of mediators to help you develop your statement of beliefs.  What you have before you is no easy task.
Ambassador_Qui says:
$<Girl> TO: Yes...I am a weapon...what they want...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: We'll do our best
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: Yes.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: bursts in the door to Sickbay :: MO: Never mind. The nanites are finished.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: hands the vial to Jervase ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Takes the free arm::  XO: Let's move, Commander.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO:  I cannot carry her.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: Lets move. ::half holds, half drags Eula::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::arches one eyebrow:: Qui: The Lilithine - I would no sooner trust the Noori either.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CSO: What timing. ::jams it into an empty hypo, and injects Adrienne::
Ambassador_Qui says:
Aelsery: At least our distrust is mutual, Aur'ra.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
$Girl: But who are they... and how can we keep them from getting you?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: steps back, out of the way, and looks anxiously at the biobed readouts ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: You seem remarkably resistant for someone who only moments ago announced your willingness to stop this.  When you sought help in the Federation, did you think that we would only support the Noori, Ambassador.  Aelsery has taken the first steps to understanding, why would you push away this offer?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::very interested in this answer herself::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::moves through the corridors with Eula, with some dificulty::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Is silent, except for his breath as they run::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Aelsery: You won't trust anyone who has anything between there legs, I think we need to move passed that, no?
Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui'dinjori's hollow eyes focus on Sulek and he hovers down beside his fellow Ambassador:: CO: We will do what is necessary to guarantee peace...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::leans down and lifts up the Bolian, slinging her as gently as he can manage over his shoulder::
Ambassador_Qui says:
$<Girl> TO: They are creatures of power...you must find them before they find me...::The blue skinned girl begins to fade out of view::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Stands and with one last glance at the others, turns to head for the sickbay::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::head whips around:: CIV: The Noori is gender-less...  he/she tries to engender sympathy by appearing as a small child...
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
$Girl: Wait! ::feeling a little helpless as she is now left alone in her thoughts::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::keeps an eye on her readings, not breathing any easier quiet yet…::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::follows Azhure:: CNS: I didn't hear you come up behind me. How did you manage that? ::looks over and down at her::

ACTION - The nanites programmed by Kraight begin to work their way through Adrienne's system. The image of the blue skinned child fades out of her view and suddenly the sounds of sickbay rush back to her. Adrienne's vital begin to stabilize as she sputters to breath...

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Aelsery: Stop seeing there uniqueness as flaws, and work with them.  We all can't be perfect.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CSO: ::turns to offer him an appreciative nod:: Can they be replicated, commander?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO: We came in quietly... :: moves slightly ahead.::  How is your arm?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::shifts it defensively behind him:: CNS: I'll live.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::reaches the turbolift, which opens:: Deck Five
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Jumps through the doors::  XO: So what's the plan?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::walks towards the stasis unit housing captain Malachi as he waits for the CSO's reply::

ACTION - The faint sound of elevator music can be heard behind the hum of the turbolift...

TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::said out loud but quietly:: Girl: Come back, I still don't get it....
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turning to Aelsery:: Aelsery: Ambassador, no one asks that you give up your beliefs.  Instead, it is a chance for you to share them.  Is it only gender that concerns you?  Do you really think that given the vast array of species in the Federation, that Qui's appearance would make a difference?  What is it that frightens you so? Are you afraid that by making peace with the Noori that you might lose some aspect of yourselves?
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: The Lilithine are afraid of losing that which makes them unique...it is what we all fear, Captain. Assimilation into the whole...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: As she enters the room, she heads for one of the back beds.::  FCO:  Place her here.  And you are not to go anywhere until I at least bandage you.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Yawns again, but tries to cover it up by coughing::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: As he brings the woman over, she begins to activate the stasis unit.::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::straightens up sharply:: CO: I fear nothing about him/her, Mr. Sulek.  The Noori refuses to show his true form, instead he/she takes on the form of an innocent... I am bothered by that, but afraid? No.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: The counselor seems to think it requires power. So power we give it. If that doesn't work, we try a negative energy field and hope it works. Or at least puts the little bastards lights out for a while
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
MO: No need. They are self-replicating. Put a small sample in some Ringer's solution, and you'll have all the nanites you could need.

ACTION - A flash of light crosses Joanna Matisse's vision and for a brief moment she sees something...new. A bright rainbow of colours surrounds Aelsery and her companions, while long glowing purple tentacles rise up from the childlike form of Qui...

ACTION - As quickly as the vision passes over Matisse's mind, it is gone...

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::fights the dizziness from loss of blood and lowers the young Bolian to the bed, looking down at her blue face for a moment before stepping back:: CNS: I can't wait here. That thing might overpower those men.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::deactivates the stasis unit, and quickly administers the injection to the captain, before nodding to the CSO:: CSO: Good. I suspect strongly we're gonna need it. At least until we figure out who's behind it.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::stirs a little on the biobed, a pained, confused expression crossing her face::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO:  I can easily make this an order.  And if you don't think I am worried, think again.  However, as you are, you are a liability.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Squints and tries to see better, but is gone to quickly:: Whispers: what was that.. ::Shakes her head::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery/Qui: Conversion to beliefs is a two edged sword.   I have spoken with Qui, and I know that he/she is no innocent.  I would not make that mistake.  The rest of the Ambassadors, no doubt also know the Noori's true form.  It may be a ruse, but one of little impact.
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T'Vol> MO: I'll prepare some of the cure to be distributed around the station...starting with the conference...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
MO: That will be my next task. If you need me, I'll be in the med lab.  :: exits Sickbay ::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Quickly moves to stabilize Hixxan.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::Frowns:: CNS: You're needed here, Commander. I'm needed out there. Don't make it necessary for me to defy an order.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: A glance at the readings are enough for now.  She activates the stasis unit.  Time is too much of an essence.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::gestures toward T'Vol, then to Malachi:: T'Vol: No, you'll remain here and prepare the solution. I have to report to captain Sulek anyway.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Points to a bed near the cabinets::  FCO:  Sit... I will be quick, for both our sakes.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Since your appearance is an issue, are you willing to take on your true form for all?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::After one deck, the turbolift doors open and the two begin to move again::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::frowns and sits where asked, watching the door::
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: No. ::Hir voice is one of resolve, as if it is not an issue to be discussed::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Does a check of the units reading and nods, satisfied.::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Quickly moves to him and throws open a couple of cabinets.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::straining under what shouldn’t' be that much weight:: CTO: Almost there
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO: I am going to first stop the bleeding before you have nothing left to worry about..
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: Have any program handy?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Wonders if she saw there true form:: Qui: Why? Is the idea of us seeing tentacles so unheard of?
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T'Vol> ::The Vulcan man passes a pad off to a medical assistant and makes his way over to Lieutenant Kostandinos-Michaels:: TO: Lieutenant, I will be running several scans of you, please remain still.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the Ambassador:: Qui: Then this form is more than it would appear.  You are not foolish enough to believe that your appearance would gain you advantage; therefore, it is to conceal something else.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
#CNS: Just make it quick. My species doesn't live as long as yours. I'm impatient.
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: It serves it's purpose.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::the images surrounding her in sickbay swim in front of her vision, like she's looking at them through a soft-focused lens:: T'Vol: Where'd she go?
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T’Vol> TO: She?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO:  This is only temporary.  Then I am going to give you something that will make you feel fine.  However, once it wears off, you will probably collapse.  If you object to the later, speak now.  :: Wraps a bandage around the temporary measures.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#XO: A few simple tactical training programs....
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::heads out of sickbay, tapping his badge:: *CO*: Jervase to Sulek.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::strained:: T'Vol: The girl... the blue one...  she was talking to me....
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: To shield you from what, Ambassador?    Has the Federation seen your species before?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: They'll do
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Not being answered, drops the question, and listens again::
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T'Vol> TO: I regret to inform you that you were not speaking to any girl, blue or otherwise.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::reaches the holodeck::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::offers the arm:: CNS: Quickly, please.
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: No, and to do so would be...dangerous. ::Hir translucent eyes fall upon Captain Matisse::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*MO* Sulek.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#Computer: Computer, ready training program Alpha-1.  Ten enemies, phasers, remove Commanders Pangborn and Powers from the program as observers.  Run program!
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::feeling frustrated:: T'Vol: No, she was here... she told me that the energy creatures were trying to use her...  ::struggling to remember it even though it happened only a moment ago::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Dangerous to whom?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Finishes with the wrap, making it secure.  Then turning, reaches for a hypo and walks quickly over to a cabinet that is locked.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::dives through the door with Eula::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::steps into a turbolift, and orders it to the conference room:: *CO*: Captain, we've got it. I'm on my way to the conference room now. With the antiviral agent.
Ambassador_Qui says:
CO: This topic is not one for debate. Control of the Holy Space is. I would advise we turn to the matters at hand...Captain...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Qui: Is it possible that no species has seen your true form?  *MO* Excellent news, Doctor.  We look forward to your arrival.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Enters the command codes and reaches inside as the door slides open.  Does a quick mix of a couple of liquids, then places them in a capsule.  Quick steps have her returning.::  FCO:  Ready?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::closes the channel, thinking this would have been easier if it wasn't manufactured::
Ambassador_Qui says:
<T'Vol> ::The Vulcan Doctor glances at several displays:: TO: Lieutenant, your autonomic functions went into shock, what you likely saw was nothing more then the random firing in synapses. Pay it no heed.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Aelsery: Your cure it seems is on the way.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::following the exchange between the CO and Qui with interest::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::steps out of the TL, walks down the corridor and into the conference room::
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Starr'entia> CO: No Captain, and to do so would be ill advised. Back to the negotiations...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::grips her wrist gently:: CNS: This isn't going to put me out, right?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: Let her go. ::drops Eula, pulls his phaser and aims it at her:: CTO: Nice program.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO: No...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Gives him the 'cocktail'::  FCO: Remember, you may feel like a super hero, but you are not.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
T'Vol: I could *talk* to it though, and it spoke back...   ::frustrated::

ACTION - The Executioner, Eula Viera crawl on the ground appearing to be a weak, battered child...she lets out a soft whimper...

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Throws her to the ground::  XO: Not if we were the enemies.  ::Watches a scene materialize::  Computer: Computer remove scenery, just the assailants and the trainee.  Full assault begins now.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::approaches the first of his potential patients as he comes in, that being Aelsery::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr'entia: I think I begin to understand.  Qui: Forgive my curiosity, Ambassador.  Would you at least be willing to take on the form the Lilithine are more comfortable with?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::takes a breath and lets the cocktail course through his bloodstream::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#:;grim:: CTO: I've seen this movie with the kid. Trust me. It Can't be a kid. ::lowers his phaser::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Steps away, picking up a medical tricorder.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Steps back to make sure the assailants have clear shots and watches as they begin to drill her with phaser blast after blast::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Just sitting quietly watching and waiting for the possible order to transfer the controls::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Nods as she tosses it aside.::  FCO:  Lets go.  And if you don't mind, what happened here... didn't.  :: Turns to leave.::

ACTION - The training simulation begins on Bill Power's command. Energy blasts batter the small child, and then suddenly Bill and Ben lose sight of her...

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
:: Is getting tired, and the conference is just going round in circles:: CO: May it be wise to call for a recess to this?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::watches with bemused detachment::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to a computer panel in one corner of the med lab :: COM: Computer... access Xherivhan sector technology database. Initiate comparative search of biotechnology files. Query: Which of the species native to the Xherivhan possess the technology to engineer the pathogen now infecting the station?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> ::speaks quietly to the MO who is approaching her:: MO: This is what will cure the illness?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
Aelsery: It will, yes.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::eases off the bed, following:: CNS: Your people have a reputation for being good listeners. Mine have a reputation for not telling people what they need to know. It won't go any further. ::exhales:: Thank you.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::His face is grim.  Despite the fact that this is a mortal enemy, it still doesn't feel right, but he must watch for security purposes::
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Computer> CSO: Lilithine, Noori, Ko'ra.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: It's working
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> MO: Then by all means... I have no desire to remain "ill"
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::honestly has no idea whatsoever about her species or how they'll react to it, but he does have a thing for field research::

ACTION - Joanna Matisse's heart stops...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Nods with a simple smile and heads out the door.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CIV: I think I must agree, but before we do, I would ask that each ambassador contact their home-world and discuss what they believe should be a part of this new joining of the five species.  Remember all must be negotiable.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
Aelsery: You may feel a slight tingling sensation. ::injects Aelsery with the newly designed agent::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Slumps back in her chair, eyes opened, looking at the ceiling::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turning he sees Matisse suddenly slouch over in her chair:: MO: Doctor!
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::experiments with moving the injured arm, satisfied that it's not crippling him with pain and that's good enough::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Turns left for the nearest turbolift.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::turns quickly, moving for the CIV and uses her current position as easy access to inject her::

ACTION - In a blur of motion Eula Viera rushes out of the phaser blasts and begins to take out holographic opponents. With blinding speed she eliminates all ten targets before Ben can even blink.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::fires at her::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CTO: Oh hell
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moving to the CIV's side, he places his hand along the neck:: MO: No pulse.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: As the FCO joins her she sends the lift to deck 5.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: Give it a minute.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
#::follows Azhure and steps out the next deck down::

ACTION - Security forces move in close to the conference and keep a close watch on all of the Ambassadors. Colonel Majors slips out of the crowd over towards Chandra...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Moves quickly with Soriq to the holodeck, noting the one in use.::  FCO:  Be prepared for anything... not that I need to tell you that.
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Majors> CEO: Chief...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::withdraws the makeshift blade from his belt:: CNS: You don't.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
Majors: Yes.

ACTION - Captain Matisse's heart slowly begins to beat...but those continual flashes of rainbow light cross her vision for several more moments...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Steps to the side of the door and looking at the FCO activates it, not quite certain what the others put into effect.::
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Majors> ::She glances at the Ambassadors and then over towards Royle:: CEO: Chief, I believe that Commander Kraight could use your assistance...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::feels the pulse:: MO: It is low, but steady.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#Computer: Computer, restrain the figure fighting back against the assailants.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::walks in on gold lances of light sizzling in the air::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Computer: Correlate historical data on viral outbreaks on the home-worlds of the three species named. Do any native viral species include DNA sequences that are at least 33% congruent with the pathogen?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Blinks and smiles as she’s watches the rainbow of light:: Self: Heaven?

ACTION - As holographic targets appear Eula Viera dispatches them quickly. Suddenly a defence field appears and locks Eula in a corner. She screams and begins to claw against the shield...

MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::reaches over and gently shakes the CIV:: CIV: Come on, captain. Come back to us.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
Majors: Aye, sir.  ::Looks for the CSO::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Follows and seals the doors behind them.::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Quickly takes in things.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rising:: All: It has indeed a most trying time, but now we have made great progress.  Shall we adjourn?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# FCO:  The creature is energy.  It needs to be overloaded or short circuited.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::sighs:: CNS/FCO/CTO: I do not believe this thing Can be killed. Good job on containment Powers
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Said with no thought or tone in his voice::  Computer: Computer, increase force-field power to maximum.  Remove all air and flood with electricity
Ambassador_Qui says:
::Qui'dinjori glances between his companion and Sulek:: CO: We shall contact the Syndicate and inform them of our...progress...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Watches the contained entity.::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
Computer: Location of the CSO.
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Computer> CEO: Medical Laboratory Seven.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
<Aelsery> CO: Under the circumstances, that would be best... I need time to update the Sisterhood concerning the negotiations.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: She will live, captain. And, if you will excuse me, I have one more patient. ::whispers as he moves past:: We need to talk.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Exits the room and makes his way toward med lab seven::

ACTION - Charged energy floods the containment field and the young girl lets out a scream that could shatter glass. She continues to fight in the field...faster, a single moving blur.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Ambassadors, we shall resume then tomorrow.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::moves with an even stride toward the Ko'ra, his one remaining current patient::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::shakes head:: CTO: Some things just won't stay dead.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::steps up to the edge of the field, feeling it put tiny hairs on his body on edge:: Eula: Burn.

ACTION - The Ko'ra Ambassador holds out her arm, the heavy cloak blocking Jervase's view of her face.

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Moves her head and looks from side to side, trying to get her barings back::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::administers the injection, then just gives a slight nod::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as the ambassadors leave, following the treatment of the Ko'ra ambassador:: MO: Is there news of how this pathogen was brought here?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# CTO:  Increase power...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: It was manufactured, captain.
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Computer> CSO: Processing. No data available on Ko'ra Home-world. No viral outbreaks consistent with established parameters recorded on Noori Home-world.
Ambassador_Qui says:
<Computer> CSO: No viral outbreaks consistent with established parameters recorded on Lilithine Home-world.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: And do we know by whom?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
#::Completely detached::  Computer: Computer, increase power beyond human tolerances.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: considers the computer's last statements carefully ::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::shakes his head:: CO: Commander Kraight is looking into that now, I suspect... I was going to head to the med-lab next.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: A small part of her has a problem with this, but in practicality she understands.::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Enters med lab seven::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: It is as I suspected.  Another attempt to disrupt the conference.  Now whoever is responsible must take desperate steps.

ACTION - The computer beeps in response to Bill Power's command. The flesh on Eula's face can be seen burning away as the electrical charges run through her body. The screaming begins to die down to a soft cry, drowned out by the roar of the electrically charged ions...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
# :: Closes her eyes::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
# ::watches it all, unblinking::

ACTION - As Lt. Commander T'Vol runs his scans on Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels and Joanna Matisse makes her slow recovery, the Ambassadors of five races take a recess. Progress has been made...but at what price?

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