Quirinus Mission 10903.09

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers 

with

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: Last time on the USS Quirinus... The station was moved, and the rifts were sealed. Some things that are best left alone are not being so, as the station resumes it's mission.

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10903.09: Hagean Project =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 4  =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: on bridge ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: in the main astrophysics lab aboard Station Quest ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Wanders the hallways of the station, wondering exactly why Captain Sulek considered it best for him to be present aboard the station ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*: Have you been able to contact Commander K'tal?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_LtJG_Flar> :: Approaches the Commander and hands him a PADD ::  CTO: Sir?  The latest tactical reports on the sector.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Sulek*: I was about to do just that, Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*K'tal*: Commander K'tal, would you please be so kind as to join me in the main astrophysics lab?

ACTION: Station Operations replies back that K'tal is unavailable.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*: You may need CTO to get you through the security that K'tal has set up.  We need to be sure we understand the nature of the failed experiment and its consequences.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Takes the PADD and skims it before handing it back ::  TAC: Excellent.  When the station is fully operational, we should have little concern.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: Agreed, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CPU*: Computer: Locate Commander K'tal.

ACTION: The computer responds that K'tal's location is classified.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: a look of vexation passes over his face ::  *CPU*: By whose order?

ACTION: "Admiral Crenshaw" chirps the computer.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: the look of vexation deepens ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_LtJG_Flar> :: Nods his reptilian head ::  CTO: Whenever that is.  Captain Jatris doesn't seem in a hurry.  I wonder why.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Jatris*: Kraight to Captain Jatris.
Host CO_Jatris says:
*XO* Commander? How can I be of help right now?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Jatris*: Captain, I need to consult with Commander K'tal regarding the sensor logs of the accident I've been studying. Your station computer is being singularly unhelpful in locating the Commander. Can you tell me where he is, please?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
TAC: Probably because he's bowing to Commander K'tal.  I suspect he runs this place, not the Captain.
Host CO_Jatris says:
*XO*: It's not that big of a station, Commander. He's locked himself off in the labs. Won't speak to anyone.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: massive eye roll ::  *Jatris*: I see. Thank you, Captain. Kraight out.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_LtJG_Flar> :: The Saurian flicks his tongue slightly ::  CTO: You can almost sense the fear around the station.  Everyone here knows of the first accident.  And with the Commander back, it might just be a matter of time before something happens again.  Would you want to be here?

ACTION: On the ship, the operations manager on duty notices a blip on his consoles. Something about an energy build up. He reports this to Kraight.

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_LtJG_Flar> CTO: So... Commander, who do you suspect he teed off?  Nechayev?  Nakamura?  Jellico?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*OPS*: Location of the energy signature?
Host SM_Keith says:
<OPS_Estrano> *XO*: Mid-station. The vicinity of the labs.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: takes out his tricorder and begins scanning ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Grins slightly ::  TAC: Could be anyone from Crenshaw on down.  Maybe it was Carsaadi.  I can try to set up a meeting, and you could ask him.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: locates the source of the emissions, leaves the astrophysics labs and heads down the corridor ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_LtJG_Flar> :: Flicks his tongue again ::  CTO: No thank you, Commander.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: rises and moves around the bridge :: *AT* Report
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: comes to a lab door halfway round the station circumference ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: Captain, we've detected increased polaron and chronoton emissions aboard the station. I'm trying to establish the source.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*: Sounds like K'tal has started up his experiments again.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Pauses, hearing the report over the open communications link ::  *CO/XO*: I wasn't aware of these emissions until now, Captain, Commander.  I can reroute myself for an intervention.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers* Understood.  We may not have the authority to stop him, but we need to be sure that past mistakes are not repeated.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CTO*: That will be greatly appreciated, Commander. Deck Three, Section 14.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: holsters his tricorder and approaches the lab ::

ACTION: Commander Kraight's way is suddenly blocked by some larger than average security.

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Motions to his tactical officer :: TAC: Let's go.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Guard 1: I need to speak with Commander K'tal on an urgent matter. Let me pass.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard Oud> XO: Sorry, not going to happen. We have strict orders.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*K'tal* This is Sulek.  We are reading an energy build up in lab areas. Are you attempting another fold?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: opens tricorder, displays it to the guard ::  Oud: Do you see these readings? The polaron and chronoton emissions inside that lab are building to dangerous levels. I must speak with the Commander.

ACTION: The captains comm is intercepted and deleted

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Taps his foot in one of the barely functional outdated turbolifts as they approach the higher decks ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops> Sulek: Sir, it was stopped in midstream.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ops: Direct link my chair.   :: he crosses to the captain's chair ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Oud> :: moves a little, but mostly looks menacing ::  XO: Can't help you.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Exits onto Deck 3 and round a couple corners to close in on Commander Kraight's position ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Oud: Then kindly advise Commander K'tal that I am here, and need to speak with him at once.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: inputs command override directive ::   *K'tal*: This is Sulek.  Respond.  We have an energy reading at the labs. Captain's Security override in effect.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard_Oud> :: sputters ::  XO: See, that's the thing! We can't get in there if we wanted to!

ACTION: K'tal hears, but ignores the captain's comm

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Oud: You are unable to either open the door or communicate with anyone inside?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard_Oud> :: suddenly suspicious ::  XO: Hey - you're like the ones they want to keep out... they can't be disturbed! We couldn't if we wanted to!
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Steps up behind Commander Kraight during Oud's last outbursts ::  Oud: Come on there, buddy.  You're big enough to eat a horse, you can't open a door?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*K'tal*: I know you are there and receiving.  If your concern for the cost of the last accident is sincere, you will not compound the mistake.  Are you attempting to fold again?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks the tricorder :: All: Emission levels have increased twentyfold in the last ninety seconds.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard Oud> :: stands straight up at the sight of Powers tactical rank :: CTO: I Have my orders
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: Captain, we are unable to reach Commander K'tal. I strongly recommend that you move the Quirinus to a safe distance immediately.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Oud: The orders of any security officer is to protect their crew.  Right now, there are dangerous experiments going on inside those doors that are jeopardizing the safety of you and those aboard this station.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*: Should we clear as much of the station as possible?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Move us away, but keep us in transporter range.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard Oud> :: just stands and stares ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: I'm not certain there will be time, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Jatris* Energy build up on lab levels indicate that you may be at some risk.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Oud: You have a choice: Obey your orders and possibly doom this station to a one-way trip into subspace, or do the right thing and allow us access to that lab. Which will it be?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Jatris> *Sulek*: I'm reading it... hell, this is just like before... what the hell is he up to?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Transporter*: Lock on to XO and CTO and any other AT and prepare to beam.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard Oud> :: grumbles menacingly ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Jatris*: Recommend you initiate evacuation.  We and the Asbury will try to beam out as many as we can.  COM Asbury: Pull back and stand by for emergency beam out of personnel on the station.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Oud: Well?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*: I am getting you out of there.  Understood?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard Oud> :: grumbles menacingly - again ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Transporter*: Beam out AT and anyone else you can get.  Energize.

ACTION: The Quirinus transporter locks on and beams the AT out.

In a familiar flash of light, all of the station and the adjacent ships are enveloped in the glow. They are everywhere... they are nowhere.

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