Summary - Three months have passed. The raging battles have come to an end and it seems that for the time being an unsettling peace is being held together. The Amenti praise their Federation allies, and the Synod struggle to rebuild following their bloody war...

Now the U.S.S. Quirinus, along with an escort awaits the arrival of an Amenti party. They have been directed to receive awards from the Amenti government before they receive their next assignment.

Four Federation ships hang in the empty void of space as their Amenti counterparts arrive...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "A New Story - The End of One..."=/\==/\=

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::In his quarters finishing dressing in full regalia for the Amenti that are coming aboard::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: monitors sensors from Science One... where else? ::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: A final glance in the mirror and she turns away.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::in quarters. he straightens his dress uniform:: *XO* time to greet our guests.  *Powers* Honour guard to TR1.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CTO: I believe that is our call.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::at console in Main Engineering::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::at tactical, drumming her fingers on the console::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CO*: On my way now Captain ::leaves for transporter room one::
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::maintaining the Q in a stationary position::

ACTION - Five Amenti ships show up on short range sensors as they arrive within the region. Sensors track their arrival.

Consul_Albar says:
@ ::aboard one of his military's perimeter defence ships, waiting patiently as it approaches the Starfleet group::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: Captain... the Amenti ships have assumed station keeping four thousand kilometres off our port bow.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::reviewing mixture formulas and ratios while the ship has time::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns and leaves quarters meeting with Pangborn in the hall:: XO: Commander.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::nods:: CO: Captain.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::glances down at the monitor, knowing that nothing out of the ordinary will show up but still in the habit of looking, even after three months... drums her fingers again::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: nods to the Counselor and taps his commbadge ::  *Sec*: Meet me in transporter room one.

ACTION - A long range communication comes in to the Quirinus from the S.S. Cerberus.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::enters turbolift one with the Captain::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Follows him out the door and to the nearest lift.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::touches his commbadge:: *CNS* Counselor, we are on our way to TR1, if you have not already left.  ::enter TL with XO:: TR1
Consul_Albar says:
@ ::gestures to one of the officers and gets a channel opened:: COM Quirinus: Lead vessel, this is Consul Albar of the Amenti Ward. Requesting permission to come aboard.

ACTION - The Amenti vessels close in and request transporter coordinates.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Any idea what exactly they want? The Amenti I mean.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
*CO*: I am with Commander Powers.  We shall be there shortly.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::arrive at TR1:: *CNS* Understood.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: opens channel to the Amenti :: COM *Albar*: Amenti vessel, this is Quirinus. We are providing transporter coordinates now.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<Crewman> CEO: Sir, a plasma injector is not receiving enough flow. We tried to reset the injector assembly, but no luck. What would you like to do?
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::looks over at the CSO:: CSO: We have an incoming comm from the Cerberus... I'm putting it on screen ::taps a few buttons::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: Thank you, Lieutenant.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to stand in front of the pads::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Crewman: Could you get Ensign Wright to work on that. Before you do, run a level 2 diagnostic. Get me the results ASAP.

ACTION - The familiar face of a dark bearded man, Captain Nathan Caine can be seen on the viewscreen. He smiles as he notices Adrienne. "Greetings, Commander Kraight."

Consul_Albar says:
@ COM Quirinus: We understand. Downloading. We will signal when we are ready to board. Albar ends. ::gets up from his assigned chair and stretches out his long limbs as the ship's captain and an assistant join him on the way to the turbolift::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM *Caine*: Captain Caine... good to hear from you again. What can we do for you?
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::cocks an eyebrow - that's someone they haven't seen in a while::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps off just ahead of Bill and waits a moment to fall in step with him.::
Consul_Albar says:
@ ::steps into his ship's transporter transporter room and nods to the technician to signal Quirinus that they're ready to board::
Captain_Caine says:
COM: CSO: Commander, I've received reports from a few of my fellow cargo runners of pirate activity within the region...I figured you might want to know...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM *Caine*: What details can you provide us, Captain?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stands to the left of the captain::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::looks up, interested::
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::looks up interested as well::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Meets the rest of his team in the transporter room, throwing a quick 'hey' to the Captain ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Ops* Notify the Amenti that we are ready for transport at their convenience. ::nods to Powers and Azhure as they enter::
Captain_Caine says:
COM: CSO: One of our sister ships was recently attacked by a modified Bird of Prey...the class is apparently long out of service. They took some of their cargo, killed seven of her crew. At least four others ships have seen similar attacks.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Nods to the captain and moves to stand on his left side.::
Captain_Caine says:
COM: CSO: I'll have my senior engineer transmit specifications to you...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM *Caine*: Thank you. Have you found any indication of their base of operations?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<Crewman> CEO: Sir, I have the diagnostic report. We have to take the injector assembly apart and either replace or rebuild.
Captain_Caine says:
COM: CSO: Unfortunately no...but I guessed that your tactical department might be able to triangulate a locale...
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
Caine: Once I have the information from your engineers, we can get on it... ::glances down at the still-blank tactical monitor:: It's not like we have a lot of other pressing matters to attend to
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM *Caine*: Possibly. Have you a list of the cargo that was stolen?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Crewman: Ok get it out and get it to the workshop, Lt. Martel is in charge and have Ensign Wright meet me in the workshop. We need to get this rebuilt and reinstalled like it was yesterday.
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
CSO: Holding steady sir at station keeping.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops>*CO* Amenti are standing buy.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<Crewman> CEO: Aye, sir.
Captain_Caine says:
COM: CSO: I'll see if we can get a manifest from the attacked vessels...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM *Caine*: That will be a great help. We appreciate your contacting us with this.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Turning to transporter chief:: TC: Lock on and energize.  XO: Call attention and prepare to pipe aboard our guests.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
All: Attention!

ACTION - The air seems to hum and Azhure notices the soft glow of the transporters before the others pick up on the change in energy in the transporter room. The Amenti representatives take form and shimmer into existence...

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks over to Ensign Wright and Lt. Martel:: <Crewman> Wright: Sir, Lt Telarus wants you to meet him in the workshop to rebuild the plasma injector assembly.
Captain_Caine says:
COM: CSO: Anything to help, Commander...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM *Caine*: Safe journey, Captain. Quirinus out.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<Crewman> Martel: Oh and sir you are in charge of Engineering, excuse me I need to go pull out the assembly for Lt Telarus. ::nods and stands at a quick attention and heads off::
Consul_Albar says:
::looks around  at the group:: All: Greetings on behalf of the Democratic Government of the Amenti Ward.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::standing straight, as the Amenti materialize, he steps forward:: Albar: I am Captain Sulek. Welcome aboard the USS Quirinus.

ACTION - A transmission comes in to Lieutenant Kostandinos-Michaels - there have been a half dozen attacks in total throughout the quadrant. Included in the transmission are basic scans of the Klingon vessel.

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Stays in place.::
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::continues to maintain the Q at station keeping::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: I have the information Captain Caine was talking about, sir
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks over to the workshop::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, crosses to Kostandinos' station :: TO: What do we know about the attackers?
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::looks over the information:: CSO: Not a whole lot yet - we have coordinates from all six attacks, which could be used to determine any one of several bases of operations.
Consul_Albar says:
::sketches a short bow of the head:: CO: Thank you. I feel welcome. It is my first time aboard a Starfleet vessel. ::steps off the pad:: I bring with me the thanks of all my people and our associated states for your part in the protection of all the Synod meant harm to.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: The vessel is a really old Bird of Prey, refitted with stolen parts - some ours, some foreign technology
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: The attacking vessel is Klingon? Any identifying markings noted?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Albar: It was an unfortunate situation that brought our peoples together.  Now we may hope that peace will reign.  Let me introduce you to my staff...::does so::
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::stays at her station maintaining the ships stationary position::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Gives a gentle smile at the mention of her name as well as a slight bow of her head.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::offers a hand:: Albar: I'm executive officer Ben Pangborn
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::shakes her head:: CSO: Nothing marking the ship, but there were similar attacks on civilian vessels nearby before the war.  The only thing interesting is a shield system, again stolen, similar to the Lilithine’s technology
Consul_Albar says:
All: My pleasure to meet you all as well. ::mimics Azhure's smile which looks creepy on his gaunt face and shakes Pangborn's hand, his mane bouncing:: ::looks again at Sulek:: Captain, I come here on a matter of some importance. Is there somewhere we could meet. More... auspicious surroundings? ::looks around the cramped transporter room::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: Based on the attacks, it's likely they're operating from a system about 2 hours away
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: Interesting. Contact the Klingon consulate in this sector. Find out if they have received any reports or complaints about this ship's activities. Ask them if they have any information regarding its identity.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Perhaps the briefing room would be more fitting?

ACTION - In the back of her mind Azhure hears a brief whisper...like a fleeting memory...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Her eyes stay focused on those around her, but her mind shifts in search of the touch of something.::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<Crewman> ::walks in with Ensign Wright with the injector assembly and the manifold regulator:: CEO: Sir
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
FCO: Lieutenant, keeping us solidly in one place can't be much of a challenge, so I'm drafting you into this investigation as well. Contact the governments of the planetary systems closest to each attack, and find out what they know about this privateer.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::opens toolbox:: Wright: Let's get to work.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Crewman: Thank you, resume your post.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: Which system or systems are the likeliest prospects for their base?
Captain_Caine says:
<Whisper> Azhure: The battle has been won...but the greater conflict has yet to begin...do not forget us...
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::turns her head:: CSO: Understood sir.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Wright: Take it apart and let's get rolling.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: I'm doing it right now...  once I get the information from the Cerberus concerning what was stolen, we may have more to go on, and possibly enough to go investigate on our own
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Albar: Of course, Consul, we have prepared for the meeting.  If you will accompany me.  We will of course answer questions about our ship...::conducts the group out in the hall leading them to the conference room via TL on deck 2::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::pulls up a map and points out a nearby proto-system to the CSO::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: sits down at Science One ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::taps comm badge:: *Bridge*: This is Telarus to Bridge.
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::begins to contact the different governments near where the attacks occurred::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: I'll run a long range scan of that system see what I can find.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Slowly her eyes blink and she comes back into focus at the group’s movement.  A brief hesitation and she follows along.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CEO*: This is Kraight. Go ahead.
Consul_Albar says:
::follows the group, looking around the ship with some interest. The military men with him show significantly less so, more concerned with taking care of their package::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*Kraight:* Commander, just wanted to inform you we will be at limited engine power while we correct an issue with a faulty plasma injector.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows along::
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
CSO: Sir Most of the planets have no specific information however, one planet by the name of K’henra has  had reports of a pirate group that's been attacking ships in the area and taking technology.  Survivors claim the crew is...Terran?
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::turns and looks at the CSO::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
FCO: That's not surprising
Consul_Albar says:
Group: I admit my view of the war was significantly sheltered. From the reports I read, it was quite furious. I understand this vessel participated in direct action against the Synod?
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
TO: Not surprising?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CEO*: Understood. We have a diplomatic delegation aboard. Let me know before you do anything that might give us an unexpected jolt.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: Indeed we did
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: It surprises me. Why do you say it is not surprising?
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
TO: It too surprises me as well.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: We almost lost the Q during the direct assault on the Synod homeworld
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: Q meaning Quirinus, this ship ::smiles as they enter the briefing room::
Consul_Albar says:
::opens his deep-set eyes wide and forms and O with his mouth:: XO: That severe? Even on my colony world they have heard of the Battle of Shai.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: As they arrive at the conference room, she follows the group, her mind only half on the conversation.::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
FCO/CSO: Because not all Terrans are as peaceful and law-abiding as the Federation would have you believe we are - human nature is human nature.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Wright: Actually this is a good opportunity to implement the new fuel ratio formulas by making the modifications and stress test the injector before we reinstall it.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*CSO*: Aye sir.
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
TO: Yes but then again I am not Terran.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: Have a seat ::sits:: It was worse than anything you could have heard. 
Consul_Albar says:
::smiles again, equally unnaturally and frighteningly:: XO: Thank you, no. I prefer to stand.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: As you wish
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
FCO/CSO: Once we have more information, we'll be able to determine a closer motive, but you sounded a little disturbed to find out that the attackers were Terran, and all I'm saying is you shouldn't be - there are just as many bad one of us as there are of anyone else.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Albar: May we offer you any refreshments?  We have programmed our replication units with several Amenti drinks and dishes.  I cannot vouch for the accuracy in taste however.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: I agree that Terrans can be violent... I do wonder why a Terran crew would choose a Klingon vessel, and an out dated one at that, with which to conduct their raids.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands behind his place at the table, but does not sit, since the Consul has decided to stand::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: As the group gets seated, she remains outside the room for a moment.:: *CSO*: Commander, would you please go over sensor records of the ship and general vicinity?  You are looking for any energy form that would be out of the ordinary.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: What was the first thing you had me do when you heard it was a Klingon vessel though, is contact the Klingon consulates in the area - they chose that type of vessel to draw attention toward the Klingons and away from themselves.
Consul_Albar says:
CO: We are honoured just the same to accept your hospitality. Yes, we would like to share drinks with you. ::nods to the ship captain who gestures to his assistant to get the drinks and share them out::

ACTION - A soft whisper can be heard in the back of Azhure's mind once more...impossible to understand, but faint and there...

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: Good point.  *CNS*: Of course, Counselor... is there a problem?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to his console and begins analyzing short-range sensor activity ::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Shakes her head lightly as if to dislodge an unwanted pest.  Wryly:: *CSO*: That depends, what does it mean the counsellor hears voices?

ACTION - Nothing significant shows up on short range sensors. On long range scans the blue skinned scientist can get details on the proto-system...it appears as if it were the product of a sun that never truly formed.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as the drinks are offered, he takes one::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: It means that you are a gifted telepath, Counselor, and we should heed any voices you hear. I'll let you know what I find.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::returns to drumming her fingers while waiting for the manifests of what was stolen::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a drink::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: So what’s this all about anyways?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::takes a tool to resurface an injector trap::
Consul_Albar says:
::takes one of the thick concoctions native to his people and tastes it, hiding any sign that he did not like it:: CO: An admiral representation of Ka'mead. Thank you for the drink. As to the reason for our being here. I believe we can move on to that. ::looks around at the small group:: Is this your entire senior staff?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Not sure she wants to possess that gift, she steps into the room to join the others.::

ACTION - Another signal comes in from the Cerberus with the manifest and a separate small message. "Call me."

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: specifically scans the proto-system for gravitational or ionic anomalies that would indicate a ship or station ::
Captain_Caine says:
<Whisper> Azhure: ...don't forget us...
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::opens the incoming transmission and blinks once, surprised::  CSO: I've got the manifests, sir - I'm going through it now to see what matches... and stuff... ::a little thrown off still, turns back to her work::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Albar: No, not all.  Others are seeing to the running of the ship, but I will send for them if you like.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turning around, taps her commbadge quickly, her voice low:: *CSO*: There... again.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Wright: Replace the seals with indurium seals and use a micro plasma fusion weld.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: oblivious to Kostandinos' discomfiture ::  TO: Thank you, Lieutenant.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: I am afraid there is nothing on short-range sensors, Counselor. If you are truly experiencing a telepathic communication, this is to be expected.
Consul_Albar says:
CO: Please do. They all deserve the thanks of my people.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::relieved at the CSO's lack of perception of most human emotions::  CSO:  From the looks of it, nothing was stolen that could be used to make weapons or arm paramilitary groups... and certainly nothing that was worth killing over...
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: It's just food, medical supplies, and some repair equipment.  Looks like someone is trying to stock a colony or an outpost of sorts, but this doesn't make sense why the pirates would have killed for this.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::crosses to a com unit:: *All*  Senior Staff report to conference room immediately.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Albar: We can have the rest of the senior staff here quickly is you so desire.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*Kraight*: Sir, just wanted to give you an update. We will be ready to reinstall the injector in a few minutes. Sometimes it is just the small parts. We were in the process of entering some new equations for the fuel ratio and mixture rates. I upgraded the plasma injector we took offline. I was wondering if we may continue with the test once we install the injector.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
*CSO*: Expected?  :: Glances over at the captain, slightly embarrassed she is not fully in tune with the current proceedings.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Albar: They shall join us shortly.  ::takes a sip of the drink and for a Vulcan visibly grimaces from the taste::
Consul_Albar says:
::focuses his attention in the other man, similarly dressed:: XO: Thank you... Commander Pangborn was it? Thank you. I believe they should share in the good fortune. ::returns his attention to Sulek:: CO: Then we shall drink to them when they arrive as well.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO:  Ooh and one last tidbit before you go - the last pirate attack took hostages instead of supplies.  Go figure on that one - looks like an escalating criminal pattern
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::stands and hands off the helm to her relief and heads for the briefing room::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Albar: Of course.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: They must have wanted it for something. Check the Federation crime... oh dear. It seems we are summoned. :: turns to an ensign on duty at Engineering One ::  You have the conn.
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::enters the briefing room and sits quickly::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::stands to go for the conference room, irritated that she has to go do something most likely pointless when there is all the new information on the piracy to go over::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CEO*: Do what you see fit, Chief Engineer. Just keep us smooth and unshaken.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: joins Kostandinos in the turbolift ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*CSO*: Aye sir, understood.

ACTION - Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels walks past the Operations console on her way to the conference room, completely missing a small little Trill girl standing there, watching her. No one sees Eula standing there, not even out of the corner of their eyes...

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::places injector on to magnetic mover pad:: Wright: Let's get this back in. ::walks back out to engineering::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Engineers: Alright people we are putting this injector back in modified get ready for the formula test.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
CSO: They always pick the worst times for these meetings - for three months it's been nothing but repairs, now I have something to do that's remotely within my scope of abilities and we have to go listen to someone talk at us...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
TO: We all carry a burden, Lieutenant.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::watches as people start to scramble to get ready::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::heads to TL to go to the Bridge to the conference room::
Consul_Albar says:
::watches the new arrival, greeting each with a chilling smile::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::as they enter the conference room, thinks that her burden in this case must be to be bored out of her skull::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: Expected in that there are no sensors known to Federation science that can detect telepathic activity.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: hurries to join the others in the conference room ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
TL: Bridge
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
::sighs:: *CSO*: Of course.  ::wryly:: Think you could invent one?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as each enters, he presents them to the Consul::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sips his iced tea, really wanting it to be whiskey at the moment::
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::watches the rest of the staff as they enter sipping on a Valarian root spice tea::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: sidles up behind Azhure, whispers :: Azhure: Even my talents have their limits, I'm afraid.
FCO_Lt_Rochelle says:
::keeping her walls up and in place::

ACTION - A comm comes in from the S.S. Cerberus as it begins to take fire from an unidentified ship. No one on the bridge moves, as if time itself were frozen. Eula looks over at the Operations console and presses a few buttons gently, ignoring the distress beacon...

Consul_Albar says:
::moves to a position to stand with the officers from his own ship:: All: Welcome on. I thank you officially on behalf of the Democratic Government of the Amenti Ward, your new friends and comrades in the Federation. We extend our condolences on the losses of friends and loved ones on your crew and elsewhere in that regrettable war.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::gets off on Bridge and heads towards Conference Room::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Quietly:: CSO: Something is wrong, very wrong... and I have no idea where to begin tracking the trouble.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::enters Conference Room and takes a seat::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: puts a hand on the slim woman's shoulder :: CNS: We'll just have to figure it out together, then.
Consul_Albar says:
::continues:: All: As a small token of our thanks, my government has secured from Starfleet Command special permission to award you "A Unit Citation and Campaign Medal offered under exceptional circumstance." ::recites the quoted part from memory. ::the Amenti captain comes up and opens an ornately carved box::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Lightly touches his hand:: CSO: Thank you... ::pauses, looking around with eyes that do not seem to see the room or those around her.::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos says:
::drums her fingers, wanting to go back to the crew manifests... and the message that said "call me"...::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stepping forward, he bows his head slightly:: Albar: It is with great honour that I accept this medal on behalf of the crew of the Quirinus.  Its honour shall be duly noted in their records and the families of those we lost shall be notified of the honour as well.
Consul_Albar says:
::takes from it a gold and platinum medal, dominated by a large ruby-coloured jewel that glitters in the lights of the briefing room:: All: It is my wish to present to you a new honour commissioned by my government. The Sanctum Star, an award for gallantry in defeating the Synod aggressors and causing them to trouble us no more.

ACTION - Life returns to the bridge and Eula is gone. Azhure's odd sense of the bridge fades and none aboard are aware of the ongoing attack against the S.S. Cerberus. The war may be over...but the battles are far from complete...

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