Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10707.23

Starring:

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

…and…

Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Joshua Colley		as	Lieutenant JG Erik Rolf Thursson - FCO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
James Homuth 	as 	Lieutenant Michael Jervase – CMO
Karriaunna Scotti 	as 	Commander Azhure – CNS

                        …with…

Christopher Dickinson	as	General Ranuck
Christopher Dickinson	as	Syarta
Christopher Dickinson	as	Lieutenant Commander Takev - Abertura CSec
Kurt Goring		as	Soriq Ahkileez
Karriaunna Scotti	as	Iu
Karriaunna Scotti	as	T'winn
Karriaunna Scotti	as	Tsalea
Karriaunna Scotti	as	First Yokati'Clon

                        …with…

Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Guest SM
Karriaunna Scotti	as	Guest SM

MISSION PROLOGUE: The Quirinus has returned home - or home for some.  The Steamrunner class vessel orbits Hais V in Klingon controlled Cardassian space, above the ground base known as Abertura Station - "The Gap".  A warm afternoon sun casts light onto the forest, a few steps away.  Guests gather and talk quietly amongst themselves as they await the ceremony that will doom Bill for life... err, join Bill and Azhure in holy matrimony.

=/\==/\= BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stand on a small knoll overlooking the guests. he is dressed in his dress uniform but over it he wears the traditional Vulcan robe.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::finding himself a place to stay relatively out of the way, just.. watching, but mostly thinkin::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::in his dress whites, standing in the audience::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: also in dress whites, standing next to Pangborn ::
Tsalea says:
:: In a small clearing near the stream, helping Azhure with the last touches of her gown.::  Azhure:  It is a beautiful dress.
CSec_LtCmdr_Takev says:
:: Tugs at Bill's tux ::  Bill: You look fine.  Maybe you need to stop eating that Starfleet food, and come back to ground life.
Host Azhure says:
:: smiles, trying to hide her nervousness.::  Tsalea: I did it from memory of my mothers.
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::picking his way through the grass-covered rocky ground toward the glade, a big cheshire grin on his face::
Yokati'Clon says:
Azhure: While it is nice, it seems a lot of work for something so simple.
Tsalea says:
:: Lifts a brow as she looks at the rather unique engineer:: Azhure: This simple ceremony is done only in ones life time.  Why did you choose a human one?
Host Azhure says:
:: shrugs:: Tsalea: Simplicity and Bill is human.
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::descends the little hillock into the glade and skirts the parade of guests, spotting a few familiar faces and more than a few unfamiliar ones::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks off to the glade side that Powers is in and nods...indicating that it is time::
Host Azhure says:
:: Looks around the area.  There were many good memories here.::
Iu says:
:: Standing off to the side, watching the proceedings, silently::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::examines the architecture of the station::
Tsalea says:
Azhure: All is set.
Host Azhure says:
:: Takes a deep breath and turns, waiting for Ranuck to appear.::
Syarta says:
:: Grabs a seat near the middle, choosing to sit with the "groom" side.  He looks over and notices a group of people who remind him of Mister Powers - probably his family ::
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::comes up quietly behind Pangborn and clears his throat:: XO: Missed me?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::inwardly grinning:: Soriq: Ever the antagonist. Of course.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns ::  Ahkileez: Lieutenant. It is good to see you again.
T'winn says:
:: sitting in the front seat with other family members, wishing her husband could be here to see their adoptive daughter married.  But wishing was illogical and she let the thought go.
Host Bill_Powers says:
:: sighs and glances off into the forest ::
Yokati'Clon says:
:: Picks up the flowers, keeping further thoughts to herself, and moves into position.::
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::smiles at Pangborn but turns when he hears the other familiar voice:: CSO: Thank you, Commander. XO/CO: It's really a happy coincidence that I'm here. I was on the Talkav who was stopping here to get the latest regional intel, when I should happen to see Quirinus in orbit and hear about something happening here today. So I invited myself along.
Tsalea says:
:: Takes her place behind Yokati.::
Ranuck says:
:: Mumbles something under his breath and stands beside Azhure ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Soriq: Your timing is impeccable.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::shifts just slightly where he stands, watching... but saying nothing as yet::
Host Azhure says:
:: Not surprised he is late, she simply smiles and slips her hand within the crook of his arms.::  Ranuck: I promise you, it will not kill you.
Host Ranuck says:
Azhure: Which one, the Jem'Hadar or the Vorta?  Both have tried....

Scenery: Music begins to play.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns his full attention to the proceedings at the front of the glade ::
Tsalea says:
:: With Yokati, begins to lead the procession::
Host Azhure says:
:: Under her breath::  Ranuck: The wedding.  :: Straightens and follows the two ahead of her.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::produces a small holocamera, and sets up to snap a shot or two... since he's here, he might as well::
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::smiles as the music starts up:: XO: I try not to be early or late. Just in the right place at the right time.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as Azhure enters, indicates the guests should stand::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: smiles and listens ::
T'winn says:
:: As her 'daughter' arrives, she stands with the other guests.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::stands, and has to shift around the back of someone's head to snap a picture of Azhure::
Host Azhure says:
:: Her eyes go straight to Bill.  She does not question this next step on their path, but that does not make her any less nervous.::
Yokati'Clon says:
:: Arrives to the front and steps off to the side as had been rehearsed.::
Host Bill_Powers says:
:: Standing next to Sulek, he shares a final glance with Takev, and looks at Azhure ::
Tsalea says:
:: Steps next to Yokati with a raised brow at the groom.::
Iu says:
:: Nods and steps back into the shade of the trees, more a part of the forest then those of the wedding party.::
Host Azhure says:
:: Smiling she pauses with Ranuck.::
Host Ranuck says:
:: The Klingon smiles at Bill and Takev, his drinking partners, thinking of the reception after this ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Be seated.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sits, finally::
T'winn says:
:: Takes her seat, her eyes not leaving her daughters face.::
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::sits with the others, crossing his leg:: XO: She looks good doesn't she? ::nodding towards Azhure::
Yokati'Clon says:
:: Unlike following orders at the reception, this time she does not take a seat but remains standing.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::finds himself a less crowded place to sit, but makes ready to stand up again should it be required::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Soriq: Always has. Bill's a lucky guy.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ranuck: Who gives this woman in matrimony?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: sits... reflects to himself that Azhure is at this moment possibly the most beautiful female humanoid he has ever seen ::
Host Azhure says:
:: Looks at Ranuck.::
Host Ranuck says:
CO: I am Ranuck, General of the Klingon Defense Force.  I give this woman.  :: Recalls his reading of the human traditions and kisses Azhure on the cheek ::
Host Azhure says:
:: With a smile, returns the kiss, then turns back forward and takes the final steps to reach Bill.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes Azhure's hand and joins it to Bill's::
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::grins:: XO: You don't know *how* lucky.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: From the time of the great sailing ships, it has been the duty and pleasure of all Captains to be able to perform a wedding ceremony.  It is the finest of duties that any Captain may perform, but when given the opportunity to join two friends, that duty ceases to be a duty and becomes a great honor.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::gets up for a minute, and snaps another shot of both Azhure and Bill::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takesn aback:: Soriq: What are you insinuating about the counselor?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks at Pangborn and Ahkileez, sternly... whispers ::  Both: Gentlemen, please... a modicum of respect for the proceedings...
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
:;glances back at Kraight and shrugs:: CSO: Sorry.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to Powers:: Powers: Bill, do you take this woman as your lawfully wedded wife freely and without reservation?
Host Bill_Powers says:
Sulek: I do.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to Azhure:: Azhure: Azhure, do you take this man as your lawfully wedded husband freely and without reservation?
Host Azhure says:
:: Butterflies in her stomach, she did not betray her nervousness.:: CO: I do.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: If there is anyone present who knows why this man and woman should not be joined speak now of forever hold your peace.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::hearing nothing::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turning back to Powers:: Powers: Bill, then repeat after me -
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::decides to behave himself and watches the proceeding::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
I, Bill Powers, take you to be my lawfully wedded wife.
Host Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: I, Bill Powers, take you to be my lawfully wedded wife.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Before these witnesses I vow to love you and care for you as long as we both shall live.
Host Bill_Powers says:
:: gulps slightly ::  Azhure: Before these witnesses, I vow to love you and care for you as long as we both shall live.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: I take you, with all your faults and strengths, as I offer myself to you with all my faults and strengths.
Host Azhure says:
:: Smiles, her eyes slightly watery, her fingers tightly grasped by Bill's.::
Host Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: I take you, with all your faults and strengths, as I offer myself to you with all my faults and strengths.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: I will help you when you need help, and turn to you when I need help.
Host Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: I will help you when you need help, and turn to you when I need help.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: I choose you as the person with whom I will spend my life.
Host Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: I choose you as the person with whom I will spend my life.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turning to Azhure:: Azhure: Azhure, repeat after me -
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: I, Azhure,  take you to be my lawfully wedded husband.
Host Azhure says:
Powers: I, Azhure,  take you to be my lawfully wedded husband.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Before these witnesses I vow to love you and care for you as long as we both shall live.
Host Azhure says:
Bill: Before these witnesses I vow to love you and care for you as long as we both shall live.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: I take you, with all your faults and strengths, as I offer myself to you with all my faults and strengths.
Host Azhure says:
:: Smiles:: Bill: I take you, with all your faults and strengths, as I offer myself to you with all my faults and strengths.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: I will help you when you need help, and turn to you when I need help.
Host Azhure says:
Bill: I will help you when you need help, and turn to you when I need help.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: I choose you as the person with whom I will spend my life.
Host Azhure says:
Bill:  I choose you as the person with whom I will spend my life.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers and Azhure: Then by the power invested in me by Starfleet as Captain of the USS Quirinus.  I pronounce you man and wife.  Live long and prosper.
Host Azhure says:
:: Her smile widens.::
T'winn says:
:: Surreptitiously wipes a bit of moisture from her eyes.::
Host Bill_Powers says:
:: Quietly whispers ::  Azhure: I love you.  :: Leans in and kisses her in front of everyone ::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::gets up, but steps aside a little so he doesn't get too complained at, and... as they turn to one another, snaps one more picture::
Host Azhure says:
:: Slips her arms around his neck and returns the kiss.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: smiles, knowing how happy his two crewmates  --  no, friends  --  must be at this moment ::
Iu says:
:: Silently adds his blessing to the couple, then fades back into the forest.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Bill and Azhure Powers.
Host Azhure says:
:: Hearing the captain, she whispers.::  Powers: I love you... now and for whatever our future holds.
Host Ranuck says:
:: Laughs heartily and slaps Takev on the back :
Yokati'Clon says:
:: Patiently waits for the ceremony to end so she can return to her duties... though she does not regret this moment... this time.::

ACTION: As the music starts back up again, the couple turns to the crowd.

Host Bill_Powers says:
:: With Azhure on his arm, leads the way back through the aisle ::
Host Azhure says:
:: Nods to those she passes with a smile.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::gets another picture of the two as they move in his direction:: Bill: ::half whispering:: Be gentle with her now. ::smirks::
Tsalea says:
:: Follows the bridge and groom with the best man at her side.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as the bridal party exits:: All: The newly married couple invite all of you to a reception a short walk from here.
Yokati'Clon says:
:: Follows.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows the crowd ::
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::gets up to follow the others:: CSO: Was I respectful enough?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he steps down from the knoll and follows the wedding guests::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods :: Ahkileez: Once silence took root, yes.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::turns to exit with the rest of the procession, tucking the camera away for the time being::
Host Azhure says:
:: Leans close to her new husband as they walk back to the station.  Quietly::  Powers: We finally did it.
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::laughs and extends his stride toward the station::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::catching up to Pangborn:: Pangborn: Was that an acceptable Earth ceremony, Ben?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Soriq: I'm just as glad you decided to behave ::mock stern::
Host Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: Yes, finally....
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Very much so
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::walks up behind Sulek:: CO: Captain, if I didn't know better.. I'd say you'd been doing that for years.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Then I am pleased that I was able to help our friends.
Host Azhure says:
:: With a sigh of contentment, she just soaks up the peace of the area.  It does not take too long to arrive at the station and she is climbing the stairs.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jervase: Actually only once before.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: So what’s up for us next? Why do I get the feeling of new beginning?
Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::watches his former commanding officers chitchat as they make their way to the reception::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
CO: Oh. Then... I won't give you too hard a time about not permitting them to kiss the bride. ::wink::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: There are always new beginnings.  ::looks at Jervase ::REB::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::laughs at Sulek’s reaction::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::just shakes his head, smiling slightly:: XO: And he's been stuck with us for how long?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: I've lost count
Yokati'Clon says:
:: Makes her way back to the Command center::
Tsalea says:
:: Finding her husband and son, she joins the rest.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jervase: I too have had an effect on humans, I believe... more so than perhaps on me.  But it is indeed difficult to tell.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::in the back of his mind, the idea of resigning still plays... but, at least for the moment, it's just an idea::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: approaches the newlyweds ::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Azhure and Powers: I am uncertain of protocol in a matter such as this. I would like to give you a gift.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::strides into the reception area, and immediately makes his way to where he's found a few from his department::

Scenery: Inside, friends and family members find food from around the galaxy, as well as drink.  In the background is the sound of music and laughter.

Soriq_Ahkileez says:
::keeps his distance from the press of aliens as he climbs the stairs, wrinkling his nose a bit against the myriad foods::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as they arrive, he takes a glass of mineral water setting next to the champagne::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a champagne::
Host Azhure says:
:: smiles::  CSO: You honor us.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: hands the couple a box... upon opening it, they find a dull grey metallic circle, about 20 centimeters in diameter and about three centimeters thick ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notes the look on Pangborn's face:: Pangborn: My one experience at drinking too much alcohol was quite enough...I was just an SO at the time...
Host Azhure says:
:: Looks at Kraight curiously::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Azhure and Powers: It is... an experiment, of a sort. But a successful one, I think. I have been working on a new technique of nanite-based fabrication. Please, place it on the table and step back.
Host Bill_Powers says:
CSO: Should I be worried?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Anything in moderation is my motto ::genuine smile::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::shares a smile and a little laughter with one of his nurses, and promises of circulating wedding pictures when it's all said and done::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins ::  Powers: No, sir, not at all...
Host Azhure says:
:: Chuckles and taking the ring, places it on the table.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: the disk suddenly seems to melt, shifting its shape, changing its color... in moments, Azhure and Powers are looking at perfect ten-inch statuettes of themselves, frozen in mid-step and holding hands... even the colors of their eyes are exact ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I had just been assigned to the Griffon and was quite naive about human customs....
Host Azhure says:
:: Steps close and kisses Kraight's cheek.::  CSO: It is lovely.  Thank you.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns a slightly darker shade of blue-green ::  Azhure and Powers: The nanites have been programmed to recognize your biosigns. If you are both present, it will take this form. If only one of you is within range, it will reform itself into the face of the other.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: So you found out the hard way then?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Azhure and Powers: I hope you find it pleasing.
Host Azhure says:
CSO: We do indeed.
Host Bill_Powers says:
:: Leaning in close, trying not to poke it ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: It did seem to affect Maverick more than I...

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