Summary - The U.S.S. Quirinus has returned to their home port of Crossroads. The Noori Syndicate has asked a great deal of the Quirinus crew - Kraight has been asked to review scientific data on the Celestial...

Jervase has been asked to research a virus that has claimed many lives on the Vo homeworld. Powers has been asked to restore the defensive capabilities of a failing Station...

Trogdo, the former Tzani Ambassador has returned to the Quirinus, but his time almost lifeless, huddled aboard a small shuttlecraft. He is now in sickbay under the supervision of security and medical staff.

A lot has happened in two years...but there's a great deal more to come...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "Enemies Returning"=/\==/\=

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::in command room with Qui::
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: There is but one more request that I have of you and your vessel, Captain...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge of the Quirinus::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@:: Somewhere in the C&C of Crossroads ::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::in OPS with the rest of the away team, explaining what he found to the CIV and showing him the tricorder readings::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: just finishing washing up in his quarters aboard the Celestial ::
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
::at the helm of the Quirinus::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: I cannot give you a response unless I know the request.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::steps down to the main level of the C&C:: MO: What have you got doctor?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@:: Standing next to Powers for a sense of security as she considers what the doctor showed her.::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@CIV: Noori research, at its best, captain. ::the initial surprise is now replaced by mild irritation::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sternly:: FCO: Report!
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: Of course...::The golden skinned Noori waves hir hand over a display on the commander's desk::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::turns to more clearly see the display::

ACTION - A holographic display comes to life above Sulek's head. "Do you remember our first meeting, Captain?" A star map of the Xherivhan takes for, the seven primary systems...and Zeta Coyvan cut off from the rest of the cluster.

SO_Ens_Whome says:
::at her station on the Quirinus bridge::
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
XO: Well, sir. I finished running my diagnostics, and everything is working fine. We're still docked with the base.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@MO: Well it's certainly efficient. *CO*: Captain, when you're done in there, we have something to discuss with you in the C&C proper.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Trogdo> :: Stirs in his biobed, and coughs roughly ::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ CTO: History shows, that when a people are abused, eventually things will turn ugly.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sits:: FCO: Just testing. Gets tedious up here some times
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: looks around for anything that might be a communications terminal ::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@CIV: You won't get a response. I already tried that.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: You refer to your return from the meeting with the Federation.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@*CIV* Understood.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Nani> :: Glances over at the biobed she is to watch, then looks at the medical persons around ::
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: Yes. When I came aboard you vessel I briefed you staff on our region of space. ::S/he hovers towards the holographic display:: Zeta Coyvan, the birth place of the Xherivhan...is cut off from us...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CNS: Things were ugly here when we got here.... the only thing that changed was that certain people stopped holding back.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::runs another scan over her newest patient, glances mildly irritated at the security folks::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CNS: The people have been abused in one way or another in this sector for years. And it is already very ugly. In any case... CTO: Do what you must with your counterparts on this station, though I'd suspect that will change once Captain Sulek has been apprised of the matter.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ CTO: Before, there was more of a balance.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@MO: How did you come by this discovery? I can't imagine the Noori were forthcoming with you.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: We have been there.  It is where we came across some of ...for lack of a better term...demigods.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@CIV: Then you don't have much of an imagination, captain. This was the "research" Ambassador Starr'aela wanted me to assist them with.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: Pick up anything interesting on scans?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Trogdo> :: opens his eyes and tries to talk ::  Aloud: Powers... ?
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: Of course. Your Federation Starships are the only...::S/he pauses for a moment::...friendly vessels that have been able to transverse the space between us and Zeta Coyvan. However a new threat looms upon the horizon.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ :: Feels a bit frustrated as she wants to speak to Bill alone for a few minutes, but no opportunity sees to be presenting itself.::
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
XO: Oh, and we found a Tzani in one of the shuttles that we had to bring aboard. He's in Sickbay.

ACTION - A whispering voice can be heard on the edge of Kraight's quarters. "Commander Kraight? Are you there?"

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: And the new threat is?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: looks around for the source ::  Voice: Hello?
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::goes to put a hand on his shoulder:: Trogdo: Take it easy. You've been through hell and are still recovering.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: I'll trust the good doctor to take care of him
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: We believe you have encountered them before...they call themselves the Chelapha...
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@MO: Well you certainly have to respect them for being open, and having strong convictions about their research ethics. See if you can find out more about what they're doing, if they are going to be open about it.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Trogdo> MO: I must... :: coughs again :: speak with him.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: Yes.  We had hoped they had left.
SO_Ens_Whome says:
::runs her fingers over the console completing a scan:: XO: No sir
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: It appears they have colonized on one of the worlds in Zeta Coyvan - they have been launching scout ships against our forces. Between them, the Resistance and the Sisterhood, we are greatly outnumbered. It was my hope that you could use some of your...diplomacy...to encourage the Chelapha to depart our space.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: acknowledged
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> Trogdo: What you must do is rest. You can speak with him when we're certain you're not going to die mid-sentence.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*MO Selara*: Pangborn to sickbay. How is our patient?
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@CIV: That... shouldn't be hard. Though I'll caution you, for a party who's supposed to be neutral in this space we're drifting dangerously close to taking sides in a war we were trying to stop a year ago.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Trogdo> :: his tri-vocal cords resonating ::  MO: Important... information.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: The Chelapha do not, as I recall negotiate.  However, having defeated them before, they may be more willing to listen. It is doubtful, though.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ CIV: Actually, they all seem more open... more... honest.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: All I ask is that you try, Captain.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@MO: You don't need to caution me about anything, doctor. By our very presence here, the enemies of the Noori will believe we are taking sides. 
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::sighs, and taps her badge:: *XO*: Conscious, barely. And asking for commander Powers, sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@:: trying not to listen in on the MO's conversation... and keeping his emotions in check ::
SO_Ens_Whome says:
::continues scanning::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ :: Her eyes move from one Noori to the other as she considers what she is 'seeing'.::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CNS: That... is very strange to me, and comforting at the same time. 
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::grumbles:: CNS/MO: If I had my way...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*MO Selara*: Keep me informed. Pangborn out.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@:: Turns to give Tannis a very serious look.::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@CIV: Just thought it needed pointing out. When it all goes to hell I'd like to be sure we were all warned.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::pauses to consider the idea:: Qui: We cannot fight your battle for you, but if the Chelapha will listen, we will try. Have the Noori tried?

ACTION - Starr'aela hovers into Kraight's quarters. Hir voice seems to echo off the walls.

Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Commander, have you had a chance to rest yourself?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: turns ::  Starr'aela: Ambassador... Yes, thank you. The accommodations are quite comfortable.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Nani> :: steps up ::  Trogdo: Sir, I work for Commander Powers.  Can you talk to me instead?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ :: Her voice soft::  MO: We have time... so far.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: Unsuccessfully. They have made attempts to gain access to the Mo'ra System on multiple occasions. We have lost two cruisers to their...insistent attempts.
SO_Ens_Whome says:
::pauses and rechecks one of the scans:: XO: Sir, Module A on the station is showing a pocket of life-support. ::once again rechecking her findings::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: Scan it. There is enough suspect on Crossroads to warrant further investigation.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: I will need to take my full staff with me.  Commander Kraight and Dr. Jervase can bring the data to work with while we go there.  I will need the planet coordinates where the Chelapha have based.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::turns back for the turbolift, to see what else he can find about the Ko’ra prisoners... surely there's a database they want him to access, pauses and just shrugs at the counsellor:: CNS: Time isn't the issue. Figuring out who in the hell lost their mind while we were dealing with Synod before we find more surprises? That's the issue.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::steps in the TL and heads back towards the medical lab::
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: Of course, Captain. I will have whatever data is needed transmitted to your vessel immediately.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Qui: Now if you will excuse me, I must see what Captain Tannis needed.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ :: Watches the doctor a moment, her eyes unfocused.::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::returns the CNS' look:: CNS: The time that we have, is relative... Whatever is going to happen, will happen faster than we can respond to it... If we were smart, we'd sit back and let the parties destroy each other, then come in and pick up the pieces... 
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
XO: Sir, the Celestial seems to be moving away slightly.
SO_Ens_Whome says:
XO: Yes Sir ::fingers moving over the console again:: XO: It's faint, looks to be about three rooms have liveable atmosphere.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Trogdo> Sec: I... know things.  Lilithine attacked... Vo dead....
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Hail them
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: Lifesigns in the rooms?
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
XO: Aye, sir. :: hails the Celestial ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@*CIV* On my way to command bridge.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
@CO: Understood...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ :: Turns back to focus on Tannis::  CIV: And if we follow that completely, the situation will come back and bite us... hard.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::heads towards the doors::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::runs another scan, and just shakes her head:: SEC: He's barely keeping himself alive as it is. Surely whatever you can find out from him isn't worth killing him.

ACTION - The golden figure stands behind the Commander's desk without moving. Hir eyes, once translucent and empty now seem to shimmer with some internal power...

SO_Ens_Whome says:
::taps the console and looks up at the XO:: XO: I count 5 life signs
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::steps out of the TL, and straight for the med-lab, destination the nearest working console and answers... now::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Nani> :: sighs ::  MO: Fine... :: turns to the former Ambassador ::  Trogdo: Mister Trogdo... you need to rest.  If you do that... I will find Mister Powers for you.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ :: Turns towards the doors as the captain enters, her eyes settling on Qui.::

ACTION - The medical lab is just as Jervase left it, with one Noori and five "samples."

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@*XO*: Contact Kraight and Jervase.  They need to report back to ship.  All necessary data will be transferred to the Quirinus.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: Keep an eye on them
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@:: Turns to the Captain, watching ::
SO_Ens_Whome says:
XO: I'm showing Three Lilithine and Two Tzani ::pausing and going back to her scans:: XO: Yes Sir
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CO/Qui: Captain... ::turns to the Aeon:: Sir.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Excellent. It appears you will unfortunately be leaving us sooner then expected. Preparations are being made to transmit your research to the Quirinus.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::as though not leaving much if any room for argument, administers a sedative before starting a more detailed series of scans, mostly internal::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@CIV: You needed to speak with me?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CO*: Aye Captain, you might inform Qui she's got guests in an uninhabited part of the station.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: Indeed? Have you been contacted by Starfleet?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CO*: Three Lilithine and Two Tzani.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Your Captain requests your presence back on your vessel...
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::collects what he can:: *CO*: Aye, sir. I'd ask that Quirinus have a med-lab prepared for 5 samples incoming. I'll collect any information myself. ::is already accessing the console he'd located::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CO: That's correct. Doctor Jervase has just returned with a brief report on the Noori's request for assistance in their research labs. Particularly interesting work is being done, it seems... Innovative.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@CIV: In what way?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: I see. I hope my brief time here has been of some use to the Noori.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*MO*: Mr Jervase, you're to gather what you need and report back to the Quirinus
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@*Sickbay*: Jervase to sickbay. Prep med-lab 3 for 5 samples and initiate transport when ready. I'll arrive on foot with the necessary information.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Then you and I share the same hope, Commander. ::The small Noori hovers up below him:: It has been a pleasure dealing with you...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
COM: Celestial: CSO: Mr Kraight, you're to get what you need and report back to the Quirinus
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::acknowledges the com and initiates the transport::
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Perhaps you will return to us sometime soon, Commander Kraight.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@:: Quietly::  CTO: An observation.  Usually the greater the power, the greater the deception.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: bows slightly ::   Starr'aela: I have enjoyed my time aboard the Celestial, Ambassador. I am honoured to have been asked to assist.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::begins a minor surgical procedure, closing up the worst of Trogdo's internal wounds::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CO: Perhaps it would be best if we were to return to the Quirinus where we can make preparations for our work on Crossroads Station, as well as discuss the doctor's work, sir? 
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CNS: I don't like this at all....
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
#COM: XO: Acknowledged, Commander.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@Self: Or at least get some privacy...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@CIV: Understood.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ CTO: Here, there is greater power then before, yet they are more open, more honest.

ACTION - A series of medical samples are beamed aboard the Quirinus and placed in quarantine.

MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::starts to walk out of the med-lab, information in hand, and catches the nearest lift to Quirinus' docking port::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CNS: I'm sorry if I fail to understand the point right now....
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@All: We need to return to the Quirinus.  It seems the Chelapha have returned.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::heads towards the TL::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
@::steps off the lift on the appropriate level, and heads for Quirinus::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
@ CTO: That is the point... incongruity.  It makes one want to look deeper for what is hidden.  And yet the best place to hide something is out in the open.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: I had better pack. Will you be dispatching a shuttle to send me back to the Quirinus?
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Your vessels transporter systems should be adequate to take you back to your ship - should they not?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::enters TL and waits for the others::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Steps after the captain::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@:: Follows the Captain ::  CO: How was your talk?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Powers: Dangerous.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
<MO_Ens_Selara> ::finishes up with her surgery, then closes the Ambassador's wounds:: SEC: He'll be out for at least an hour, and still fairly week afterwards. Malnutrition among other things, but I've managed to repair the serious damage.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: Ah. I did not realize we had travelled during the night.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::steps aboard Quirinus, and without missing a beat, heads for sickbay::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::steps into the turbolift:: CO: In more ways than one, I suspect. And as for the doctor's work... We should discuss that only once we're back onboard the ship. But suffice it to say that it changes many things.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::as Tannis enters:: Docking ring.  CIV: Indeed, Captain?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: quickly tosses his gear into his bag ::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::steps into sickbay, pauses a few moments to get the report from Selara, then heads straight toward the med-lab that'd been set up::
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: When you are prepared to depart, join me in the main hall...::S/he hovers out of the small private quarters and vanishes from sight::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: I will.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::they arrive at the promenade just outside the docking ring::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CO: He made acquaintances with a couple Ko'ra in the science labs, it seems. Ko'ra who didn't exactly want to be there if you get my meaning.

ACTION - The group's lift brings them within range of the docking ring. A large wall of transparent aluminium shows them the Quirinus, a beautiful, pristine vessel, docked with the station.

MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::sets the PADD with his newly acquired information on a console:: Computer: Computer, upload all information available here into the database. Run a bio-spectral analysis on the samples in quarantine and query the results against all databases assembled during our time in the region.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<Computer> MO: Processing.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::moves through the remains of the Stations once shopping area:: CIV: Are you telling me that the Ko'ra are being used as experimental subjects? ::pausing in mid stride::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
Self: Why do I get the feeling we've stepped into a hornet's nest...?
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::he continues walking, giving the captain a slight smirk, as he heads towards the airlock leading to the Quirinus::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::waits for the rest of the regular bridge crew to get back::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: finishes packing and exits his room, looking for Starr'aela ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::following:: CIV: I doubt that Qui does not know about this.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CTO: In order to get more of something, there is an exchange.  I can't seem to figure out what the Noori did for this extra power... unless... ::shakes her head::

ACTION - Commander Kraight steps out into the main hall. It is reminiscent of the wide open spaces of Serena's vessel. The peaceful glow that was once so harsh when he arrived is now soothing, almost warm and comforting.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::the lock opens and they enter the Q::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Unless what?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: spots Starr'aela, approaches ::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::raises an eyebrow as the results begin to scroll, just shakes his head:: Computer: Isolate and display exact points of modification. Then, theorize. Given known procedures to deal with the virus in its original form, what's the likelihood of a modified variant of the neutralizing agent will work on this version? For points of reference, refer medical file of Ambassador Starr'aela, dated approximately one year previous.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<Computer> MO: Processing.

ACTION - The swirling forms behind the shielding seem to take form for brief moments and Kraight can see the energy like tentacles of the Noori's true form. Starr'aela watches as if seeing this for the first time.

CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: It is very likely that Qui knows, indeed. They seemed... overly open in all things. 
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CIV: It may be a test as to what we will tolerate or it may also tell us what respect for other life forms the Noori truly have.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CTO: There are so many pieces of this puzzle missing.  And perhaps I do not want to believe as I rather liked Qui, but I think she in essence has... what is that human term?  ummm... :: considers::  ahhh... sold her soul.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: looks at the scene beyond the shielding, fascinated ::
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Sometimes I wonder what it is you humanoids see when you look at what is before you...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::walking towards one of the Q's TL:: CIV: Normally I would file protest with the Aeon, but that is not what you would recommend I take it.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::downloads the result to a PADD, and heads for the bridge:: Computer: Continue scans. Identify approximate time of infection and likely source. I'll be on the bridge.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Hm.  Deal with the devil...
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: They have no reason to test us on our tolerance. But clearly they have a misunderstanding as to what we can accept.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<Transporter Chief> *XO*: Commander, I have a lock on Commander Kraight. Extraction ready on your command, sir.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: Life exists in many forms... no one of them more valuable than another. As a scientist, I see another unique expression of the ability of the Universe to become capable of contemplating itself.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::steps in a TL, and demands the bridge... now, they have a decision to make::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: As disturbing as it may be... there are other issues that may or may not trump our sense of morality on this issue. 
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*TC*: Transport him aboard
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CTO: Yes... but with whom and with what exactly?
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: A rather heightened perception, Commander. I understand why the Aeon has such faith in you.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: If they are being open... maybe we should ask
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<Transporter Chief> COM: CSO: Commander, prepare for transport.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# :: smiles ::  Starr'aela: I've learned a great deal while I have been aboard, Ambassador. I hope I will be fortunate enough to visit you and this vessel again.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CIV: And your recommendation then is for the time let it rest? There is a logic here.  Our current standing may be because the Aeon sees us as an equal species.  To protest might make hir believe that we are what the Noori believe to be weaker inferiors.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::steps off the lift, and onto the bridge, and immediately scans for the captain::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# COM: Transporter Chief: Acknowledged.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters TL with the others:: Bridge.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
#<Starr'aela> CSO: Once again we share the same hope, Commander. Good luck.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CTO: I would suggest Starr'aela... but I question if hir really knows.  But it would be a start.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
# Starr'aela: And to you, Ambassador.

ACTION - In a shimmer of blue light Commander Kraight is swept away from the Celestial and returned to the Quirinus' transporter room. His eyes take a moment to a adjust - the Quirinus seems to dark and dull when compared to the Noori cruiser.

CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@CO: I think we should hold off on this until the conclusion of our mission... whatever that may be, Captain?
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<Transporter Chief> *XO*: Commander Kraight is aboard, sir. CSO: Welcome back, Commander. Enjoy your trip?
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::makes his way to the command centre, deciding to borrow Azhure's chair while he waits for the rest of them to arrive::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Transporter Chief: It was fascinating, Chief. Would you please have my bags delivered to my quarters? I must report to the bridge.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<Transporter Chief> CSO: Aye sir...and once again, welcome back.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CIV: For the time being, I will concur.  ::as they arrive at the bridge::  XO: Report.  Is everyone aboard?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Transporter Chief: Thanks, Chief.  :: exits the transporter room ::
SO_Ens_Whome says:
XO: No change in the life-signs Sir.

ACTION - With Kraight no longer aboard, the Celestial moves over. She barely cleared the space between two subspace instabilities, and begins to increase speed away from the station. Her course and speed suggest that she is en route to "Origin."

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::checks to see if transport was complete:: CO: Looks like we're all here. What's up?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Takes a place off to the side to look out the view screen.::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::gets up as he hears the captain, and goes to meet him half way:: CO: If ever you wanted a little added pressure, now you've got it.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: We are going to negotiate with the Chelapha.  FCO: Set course for Zeta Coyvan.  Route and coordinates should come from the station or are already in your navigation systems.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Text the Dragon to stay close.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gets up:: CO: Good to have you back.
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
CO: Aye, sir. Initiating departure procedures :: undocks from the station and begins to move the ship away :: Setting course for Zeta Coyvan.
Aeon_Qui`dinjori says:
<OPS> CO: Understood.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
::blinks once... twice... CO: Did you say Zeta Coyvan, sir?
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::watches on the bridge::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: exits the turbolift onto the bridge ::  CO: Commander Kraight reporting for duty, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: It's not out problem anymore
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
:: sets course for Zeta Coyvan :: CO: Course laid in, sir.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns to Kraight and smiles::

ACTION - The Quirinus detaches successfully from Crossroads and glides gently out of the space-dock. They move over under the conn officer's steady hand.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: smiles back at Azhure :: CNS: Hello, Counselor.  :: makes his greetings to the other command staff ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: Indeed.  CSO: We will need the echo sensors on line and the our Chelapha defence system up.  Transfer data to the Dragon so they can get on it as well.
SO_Ens_Whome says:
::turns to the XO:: XO: Yes Sir ::her mind mulling over the recent events::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CSO: Glad to have you back safely.  I look forward to your report.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
CO: Then, you definitely have a decision to make. Now, two.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.  :: moves to Science One and starts reconfiguring the sensor grid ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: I understand that the research you found was more than you bargained for.

ACTION - The computer beeps and reports a basic analysis is complete for Lieutenant JG Jervase.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Let me guess. Qui decided the terms under which we would negotiate with the Chelapha
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: Decisions, Doctor.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
CO: Try more than Starfleet bargained for, captain. ::takes a minute and consults his PADD for the analysis::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: It will take me a while to compose. The Noori ship was... incredible.  :: still working the console ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: No.  And I made no promises.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Good.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: So it would seem, but for the time, we have a more pressing situation as cruel as that may sound.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Best safe speed.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CSO: When you have the time... :: glances around and then turns to Bill.  Quietly. :: CTO: We need to talk... and you are needed elsewhere.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Engage.
FCO_Ens_Thursson says:
CO: Aye, sir. :: sets speed for warp 6.6 and engages ::
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
CO: Captain, this situation just became pressing on more than one level. Remember the virus that nearly ended the peace conference on Crossroads?

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus clears the network of instabilities around Crossroads Station and then moves into warp speed. The echo sensors developed by Kraight come on line and Thursson notices as the sensors before him are updated on a steady basis.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notes that the MO is distracted:: MO: Doctor, you mentioned that I had decisions...yes Doctor.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
CO: Decision number 1. Do we help the Noori experiment with a modified version of that virus, or call them on it?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Echo sensors online. Mirroring the data-stream to helm.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: We give them less than they expected.  We will not be a part of germ warfare, but that is not to say we can give them something shall we say that is in appearance deadly and in fact harmless.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Walks with Bill to the lift::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: If they discover this, we were asked to find a cure. A dead virus is often used as a means of inoculation.

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus glides through space en route to the Zeta Coyvan system. Data is relayed from the Celestial to the Quirinus - it appears the Chelapha have set up base on Zeta Coyvan III. Also in the data-stream is Kraight's current research.

SO_Ens_Whome says:
::her hands skim over the panel before her, pausing briefly, CSO: I'm detecting hundreds of small anomalies on long range sensors, none of which seem to be threats
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
CO: Oh, they've already got the virus. And if my information's correct, the Ko'ra they've infected may only have 12 hours at most to live. And I'll be honest, captain... I'd have more luck fixing what the executioner did to Azhure than curing this new variation.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
MO: I trust though that you will not quit trying.
MO_LtJG_Jervase says:
CO: There is something else, too. Zeta Coyvan... I believe that's where all of this... starts. Where we found commander Viera and her daughter.

ACTION - Returning to Crossroads, and now to Zeta Coyvan. Almost two years ago the Quirinus arrived in this system for the first time...a year after the departure of the U.S.S. Karelian. Now for the first time in two years Starfleet is returning...

Oh there is so much more to come...

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