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USS Scorpius  NCC 50666  10407.03

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"Houses of the Holy"

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Episode 4:  "Stairway to Heaven"

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Previously on the USS Scorpius:

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After the FCO, in a stressed state, brought things to a head, the High priest of the V'Kree has cried... "Heresy!"

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It is unclear just what he means by that at this time.

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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS-Watson says:
:: In her quarters still bumping into anything and everything.  She is feeling very...depressed and useless as she tries not to cry or feel sorry for herself for this situation. ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::still in the conference room::

Host T`Kel says:
ALL:  Heresy!!!!  God of Heaven!  Heresy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers>  :: At main OPS ::

CO_VanSickle says:
::mouth agape::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::returning to the conference room after taking the FCO to his quarters::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Thinks knowing what exactly happened, and hates the person who did this to her ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::watches the CO to see what he will do next::

Host T`Kel says:
::sinks to his knees::  CO:  I am a heretic!  My eyes have seen!  My ears heard!  I must deny the faith!

CO_VanSickle says:
::does a double take::  T'Kel: What the heck are you talking about?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Tries moving the hover chair again, slowly, but ends up backing into another chair ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::moves to join the CTO and whispers:: CTO:  I trust all is taken care of?

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Arrives at the conference room, walks in the door, and sees T`Kel on his knees in front of the CO, and things "OH lord, what did the CO do now?"::

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers>:: Sees his console at the all green and so monitors navigation and sciences as well quickly checking their status ::

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  It is clear you are no God.  And if you are, you are not MY god.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::whispers back to the XO:: XO: Yes, Mr. Bodine is in his quarters, under sedation::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Begins to cry cause she is stuck again ::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: You are correct.  I'm not a god, but just a man like yourself.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  You cannot control events, you cannot even control your own servants.  We have erred greatly.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Good.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  And now...if I return to my vessel...I will be killed...or we will all be killed if they will believe me.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Slams her fist on the hover chair, beating it with fury as her tears burn hotly down her cheeks ::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: We do not want to see that happen, to you or anyone.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Mr. T'Kel, maybe I can go to your vessel with you, with my command staff accompanying us, maybe we can get this all straightened out without any loss of life.

Host T`Kel says:
CTO:  Sir, you could do little to prevent it.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Unable to control the hot tears and since no one is with her, she cries freely ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
T'Kel:  My friend is correct.  We do not wish to see any harm come to you or your people.

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers>:: Sees all is at the green with navigation and sciences and goes back to his reading ::

Host T`Kel says:
ALL:  We have scanned your vessel.  At first, I had refused to believe the reports that ours was superior to yours.  Now I see that it is.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: Don't be so certain, T`Kel.  None of us knows if we can assist you or not.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Superior as in firepower?

Host T`Kel says:
::ranting now, near a breakdown::  ALL:  And you are...mere mortals!  Oh, that I had not taken this journey to myself!  ::distraught::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: Sir, May I ask you a question?

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> *OPS*: Powers to Watson...

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  Superior in everything.

Host T`Kel says:
::quiets himself::  CTO:  You may, sir.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::trying to remain diplomatic::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Trying to control her sobs ::   *Powers*:  G-g-go ahead...   :: Hiccups some ::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: Before your kind found our shuttle, you weren't space travelers, were you?

CO_VanSickle says:
::wonders how they had gotten so powerful in their technology following his so-called "teachings"::

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> :: Hears Nadia and knows she is crying ::    *OPS*: Have you had a chance to read that information I sent you?

Host T`Kel says:
CTO:  ::raises eyebrow::  No, of course not.  This is known.

TO_Heath says:
::continues to watch the sensors, keeping an eye on the V'Kree ship::

Host T`Kel says:
::begins to pace::  Self:  I must decide what to do here.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::thinks she knows where the CTO is going::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: Ok, then by your own admission, you have everything to thank us for, correct?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Still trying to calm her tears ::   *Powers*: No...I'm a-a-fraid I h-h-avn't h-h-had the ch-chance...

Host T`Kel says:
::stops::  CTO:  ::thoughtfully:: I suppose we do.  ::starts to smile::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Cmdr. Garta-Nmbarri is right.  If it wasn't for finding our shuttle, your forefathers wouldn't have strived toward space travel.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: What you did was take all that you learned from us, and grew as a species.  

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> *OPS*: Don't worry about it for now, Nadia.  You need to take care of you.  Do you need anything?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::nods:: T'Kel:  You learned to value what you do because of what you gained from the knowledge from our shuttle.  All you did was adapt our technology, nothing more.

Host T`Kel says:
ALL:  Yes, I suppose we did at that!  ::stops cold::  There is one here that is in pain.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: So instead of thinking of us as gods and angels, maybe think of us as mentors.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Still trying to calm herself ::   *Powers*:  Thank you Anthony...Watson out.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: what do you mean?  Who is in pain?

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  This may not be acceptable to my people.  But you might be right.  It's all in the approach.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
T'Kel:  You are empathic?

Host T`Kel says:
CTO:  There is one here on your ship.  They cannot walk.  I know this.  I feel their pain.

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers>:: Goes back to his reading, but is unable to concentrate...is worried about Nadia ::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: Is there anything you can do for that person?  IS your medical abilities that far advanced?

Host T`Kel says:
XO:  What is "empathic"?  I have not heard this word.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Our operations officer was injured in battle.

TO_Heath says:
::overhears some of what OPS is saying:: OPS: Do you want me to send someone to check?

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I must see her.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
T'Kel:  It's a word that describes an ability to feel the emotions and well being of others.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: I will take him to see her, with your permission.

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: I'll come along to witness this.

Host T`Kel says:
XO:  You mean...you are not?  ::stunned::  I had thought... ::voice trails off::

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> TO: No...she needs time to get used to things.  I know I'd be ready to kill if it were me...but she is so young

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
T'Kel: Some of the species that make up the Federation do have that ability.  But most do not.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Only certain ones of us are able to do that.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: If you will follow me, I will take you to see our operations officer.

TO_Heath says:
OPS: I guess.  What happened anyway?

CO_VanSickle says:
::follows CTO and T'Kel::

Host T`Kel says:
CTO:  Lead on.  ::still shaking his head, so much to learn::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::follows them out but stays on the bridge::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::with T`Kel and the CO following, exits the conference room, and enters a turbolift::

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> TO: She was badly injured when we positioned ourselves between the Gorn vessels and that pod

Host T`Kel says:
::follows the CTO::

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> TO: She has a spinal injury that is not healing

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks around at the crew at their posts and takes the center seat::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel: you will find that we might be mortal, but we will give, unselfishly to others in need.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: High Priest T'Kel, the Federation is a large confederation of planets and peoples that spans about a third of our galaxy.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Crying uncontrollably in her quarters ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks at the OPS and TO talking but says nothing::

Host T`Kel says:
:nods at the information the CO gives him::  CO:  We conquered our neighbors.  When we had enforced the peace, all prospered.  What is this "confederation?"

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Feels the lift come to a stop, exits, and proceeds to OPS Watson's quarters::

TO_Heath says:
OPS: Oh my, if it were me, I'd be out for blood.  Preferably the Gorn's.

Host T`Kel says:
CTO:  Quickly, sir.  She is emotionally distraught.  I fear for her safety.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: "Confederation" is an alliance of governmental bodies allied by treaty that has a common interest.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::hears the TO:: TO:  Well, you might have a wait a while for that, Lt.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Arrives at OPS quarters, and rings the door chime::

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> TO: It is not the blood of the Gorn’s I would be after...

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  Do you not feel that too complicated?  ::astounded::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Hears the door chime and ignores it a moment ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO/Powers:  And I think Nadia is going to be all right.

OPS-Watson says:
Out loud:  GO AWAY!

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Rings the door chime again, announcing who is there::

TO_Heath says:
::raises an eyebrow:: OPS:  Really?  

Host T`Kel says:
OPS: ~~~Nadia.  I have come for you.~~~

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers> XO: I don't know, ma'am...she is very young...and angry

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
OPS: This is CTO Garta-Nmbarri, with the CO and a guest, allow us to enter.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Sniffs hard wondering where that voice came from ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::smiles:: Powers:  Trust me, Mr Powers ...

CO_VanSickle says:
Computer: Unlock the door to these quarters, authorization VanSickle Alpha 2 Tango 329.

Host T`Kel says:
ALL:  I have her attention.  Allow me.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::knows she needs to get their minds back on their jobs::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Tries to wipe away the tears and says out loud ::   Voice:  Who are you?  Are you taking me to heaven?

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::allows T`Kel to step in front of the door::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
SO/OPS:  Anything to report?

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Nadia.  I am T'Kel.  I am not taking you to heaven.  ::stops himself from telling her they are in his heaven::  I am here to help you.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Sees her doors open and spies the CO, CTO and some strange being ::   CO: GET OUT! I HATE YOU!  GET OUT OF MY QUARTERS!

OPS-Watson says:
CO: YOU'RE THE REASON I'M IN THIS DAMN THING!  GET OUT!   :: Doesn't listen to the alien ::

CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Ensign, stand down!

Host T`Kel says:
::looks over at the CO::  CO:  Perhaps you...should wait outside...sir.  ::forces himself NOT to say Almighty::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, I think we should allow T`Kel to handle this.

OPS-Watson says:
CO: GET OUT OF HERE!

OPS-Watson says:
:: Is crying through her tears ::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Shhhhhh...  Quiet yourself, Nadia.  I am here to help you.  Will you let me?

CO_VanSickle says:
All: With all due respect to everyone here, but I want to be able to witness this.

Host T`Kel says:
::turns slowly to CO::  CO:  you would...continue this woman's pain?

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Then, with all due respect, I suggest that you and I remove ourselves to the corner, and out of their way.

CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: I have a gut feeling High Priest T'Kel will fix your injuries.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks at the alien a moment ::   Alien: Y-y-you c-c-can hel-lp me?  NO ONE CAN HELP ME!  LOOK AT ME!

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: I'll explain later.  ::joins CTO in a corner::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks back at the CO :: CO: With all due RESPECTS SIR...GET OUT!

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  I have seen far worse injuries, Nadia.  I can help you and almost immediately.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Turns to the CO:: CO: Unless you order OPS Watson otherwise, I think we should leave her quarters.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::sits on the bridge reading status screens from all over the ship::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Is shaking from her fury and anger ::   Alien: Who are you?   :: Feels he is calm and is calmed herself ::

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  You need not explain further to me.  I see much more than you realize, sir.  You need to leave now.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
T`Kel/OPS: Forgive our intrusions.  I will leave now, and I hope the CO will come with me.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Blinking back the tears of rage she feels ::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  I am T'Kel. Like you, I am a servant of a higher power.  And an explorer.

CO_VanSickle says:
::sighs:: All: Fine.  Computer: Record what happens here for the ship's log.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::begins to head towards the door, and hopes that the CO will follow::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks back at T'Kel ::   T'Kel: You are so calm...   :: Hiccups ::

CO_VanSickle says:
::follows CTO out the door::

Host T`Kel says:
::nods:: CO:  That is acceptable.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::When the door to OPS quarters closes, turns and looks at the CO::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  I have no reason to be upset.  Though I can see you do.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Permission to speak freely, sir?

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Nadia:  Do you wish to walk again?

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: Man, I have a people who worship me and a crew that hates my guts.  Go ahead.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks at T'Kel ::   T'Kel: Of course I do...but how can you help me?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Sniffs uncontrollably ::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Tries to wipe her tears away ::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Then rise from your chair, daughter and be whole.  ::raises his hands, which begin to glow::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, there was no reason for us to even ask to stay in there.  You are quite aware of how certain crew members feel about you right now.  Mr. Bodine lost his wife and child because of your actions.  Nadia in there lost the use of her legs.  I nearly lost my child.  I know you are trying to make amends, but sir, back off from us please.  Give US The time we need to heal before we forgive.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Places all of her trust in the being.  Pushes the chair cover from her and tries to stand, using her arms to give her leverage ::

Host T`Kel says:
ACTION:  Nadia stands on her own.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Is amazed and looks at T'Kel with wonder ::

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: It's been six months, T'Lok.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: How is this so?

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Daughter...I have caused your body to be healed.  But you have a deeper wound.  Speak of it to me.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, how can you put a time limit on healing?  

OPS-Watson says:
:: Tries to fight back her tears ::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Until recently, I had thought all beings capable of this.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
FCO: Can you tell Mr Bodine that he has grieved long enough over the loss of his wife and child?

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I hate him...I HATE HIM!

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Nadia, my child...why?

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: I'm not.  I'm just wondering how long it'll take.  After what John did, what Nadia is saying in there, you and Jenise, what am I to do?

Host T`Kel says:
::forming his own opinions...his people MUST know the truth of this::

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: Because...because he ordered me to do something...and as my superior officer, I have to do as ordered...and be-because of it...I-I was...h-h-hurt

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, you need to be the captain, and nothing else at this time.  Do not try to be friends to everyone, because right now, there are those who really aren’t interested in being your friend.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: And...

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: So you're suggesting I be distant from the crew?

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: T-t-there was...no-nothing from h-him...to m-me or t-t-to my parents...

TO_Heath says:
::looks over at the XO::  XO: Commander, what are these beings like?  Are they as open as they seemed on the COMM?

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I-i-it's as if I-I am dis-dispensible

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: I am suggesting that you throw all your energy into being our captain.  Our trust and faith in you comes from how you do that.  If you appear to be overbearing, or you appear to be second-guessing everything, you will lose your command ability.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  I understand, child.  But do you, I wonder?  I know his thoughts, his regret.  It eats him moment by moment, Nadia.  Isn't that punishment enough for him?

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: My parents would be so devastated if they lost me

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::smiles:: TO:  They are very different.  They have abilities that most of us do not.  I am sure they are empathic.  And I think we have convinced T'Kel that we are not gods or angels ...

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  But they have not, Daughter.  They have you even now.  

CO_VanSickle says:
::sighs:: CTO: T'Lok, how long have we known each other?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Shakes her head being stubborn and looks at him with hard eyes ::   T'Kel: No...he is arrogant and self-centered...

OPS-Watson says:
<Powers>:: Listens to the conversation without wanting to get involved ::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: A few years, sir.

TO_Heath says:
XO:  That's good to hear, but does it put us in the danger that was threatened?  

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I don't think he cares for ANY of us

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Daughter...yes, he is self-centered...perhaps arrogant...but how can you judge him?  Have you walked in his steps as long as he has?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  Somehow I don't think so.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: As a captain, I respect you without question.  As a friend, it has been difficult since the Gorn incident.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  You cannot ascribe this motive.  He too has pain.  I know it.  I feel it.

TO_Heath says:
XO:  That's even better

OPS-Watson says:
:: Thinks a moment...then quietly ::   T'Kel: No...I have not.  But one who walks in his steps should be aware of those he is responsible for...

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: He should go about with compassion and see to everyone

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  And at the moment, High Priest T'Kel is down helping Nadia ...

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: That's it!  I must be equating friendship with commanding this ship.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: And he doesn't.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  You speak truth, Daughter.  Let me ask you if you feel he can learn from this.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I can't answer that...cause I haven't been here long enough....  But if you are asking for my gut feeling...

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, you don’t need to be our friend while commanding this ship.  You need to be our commanding officer, our rock.  If anyone chooses to be your friend, that needs to remain totally separate from your command.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I don't know that he ever will

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Did you know that even now he is agonizing over you all?  he does not know how to repair the damage he has done.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: His problem

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: Not mine

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  And you must help him.  In doing so, you help yourself.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  Are we not all simple fellow travelers?

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I thank you for your help...I truly do, T'Kel.  But I can't even look at him right now.  I loath him

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  My own experiences here remind me of this.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: But, you must remember that all will grieve in their own way, and their own time.  You can be our captain, but don't expect them to be your friend in return, not until they are ready.  But, you need to be prepared for the fact that some might never call you friend again.

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: I don't know.  With the way the crew's acted towards me, maybe it's about time to turn the reigns of this ship to AQilla, but I'm not ready to leave Scorpius.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  I know, daughter.  I know.  I wish I could heal that wound as well.  Alas, I cannot.  Only you can.

TO_Heath says:
XO:  I hope that he can actually do something for her.  I haven't had the opportunity to meet her yet, but I was talking to Powers about her earlier.  It's a shame for something like that to happen to a young person.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks at T'Kel ::   T'Kel: I know...I'm not sure what I will do now.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Is dejected ::   T'Kel: This is my first posting. I was SO excited to be here...

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, this may sound harsh, but I have to say it.  If you are questioning your ability, then I think you should step aside.  Otherwise, you might end up causing more harm than good.

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: Then this happened...   :: Motions to the hover chair and her quarters ::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  So I sense from you.  ::smiles::  But do not fear.  Trust yourself.  You are wiser than you know.

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: T'Lok, look.  I know I can do this.  I'm not questioning my ability.  I'm questioning what the crew thinks of me as a man.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  I agree that it's sad for this to happen to someone so young ... but the good thing about the young is that they are resilient.  Ensign Watson will be fine, eventually.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  We must not let the fortunes of fickle fate break our spirit. sister.  We can and shall overcome.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks at T'Kel and holds out her hand ::  T'Kel: you have given me much to think about.  I thank you for healing me.  I thank you from my heart.   I shall think on all you have said to me.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, our personal feelings are our own concern.  People don’t have to like you for you to command us.  Regardless of our own feelings, all have followed your orders to this day.

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  We shall both do much thinking before I depart your vessel, I suspect, sister.  Be well, Nadia.

TO_Heath says:
XO: That is true too.  

OPS-Watson says:
:: Goes and hugs T'Kel ::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: If you are so worried about how people feel about you, then you are sitting in the wrong chair on the bridge.  Your mind needs to be clear of all outside interference when you are commanding us,

OPS-Watson says:
T'Kel: I thank you again...as does my parents

Host T`Kel says:
::returns the embrace and speaks a blessing::

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: Now I know why I made you second officer.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Hears him talk in a strange tongue and feels his warmth and guidance flow into her ::

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  I must rejoin your superiors.  Remember, Nadia.  Trust yourself.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Nods at T'Kel ::   T'Kel: I hope we meet again

OPS-Watson says:
:: Smiles at him ::   T'Kel: I owe you so much...

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Sir, my duty is to this ship, her crew, and her command staff.  I don't consider myself a friend to everyone.  It has been difficult to command those who I do consider a friend.  But, I have managed so far.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::wonders what is going on down below:: *CTO*:  Bridge to Cmdr Garta-Nmbarri.  What's happening down there, T'Lok?

Host T`Kel says:
OPS:  In the next life, most likely.  Peace be upon you.  ::turns and withdraws from the room::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
*XO* The CO and I are having an intense discussion, Ma'am.

CO_VanSickle says:
::sees the door to Watson's quarters open and T'Kel step out::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::raises an eyebrow:: *CTO*:  Indeed.  What of Ensign Watson?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Watches T'Kel leave.  She smiles for the first time in months...then she tries her legs and finds them strong ::

Host T`Kel says:
::rejoins the CTO and CO in the corridor::

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
*XO* T`Kel is visiting with her.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
*XO* Oh, he has returned to us now.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: How'd it go?

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO/T`Kel: If you will both excuse me, I need to go check on my children at the babysitters.

CO_VanSickle says:
CTO: Of course.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Turns and looks outside her window and thinks to T'Kel not knowing if he can hear her ::    ~~~ T'Kel: Peace be with you ~~~

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I have repaired the damage to her legs and spine.  her soul...she must repair for herself.

CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::heads for his quarters to check on the children::

Host T`Kel says:
::smiles as he hears Nadia, though it is only because of his own mind's ability::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Did you get an idea of what happened here, why she and Lt. Bodine acted as they did?

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  Captain...I must speak with you about that.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Wipes the tears from her face and begins to clean up her badly wrecked quarters ::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: I assumed you would.  Would you want to talk in my quarters?

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  when I first boarded your vessel, I was confused at the hostility toward you, after all, I took you for God Almighty, and assumed everyone else did.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I leave the location to you.

Host T`Kel says:
::waits for the CO to decide::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: We can talk as we walk there, then.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::decides to go check on Nadia ... turns the bridge over to the TO before she leaves::

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  As you wish, sir.  Many people on this ship loathe you.  Were I you, I would find that distressing.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Is slowly picking up items from her floor...the glass, the ceramics, the pictures... ::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: And I do.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I sense that they have lost their respect for you as a commander.  For the captain of a vessel, that cannot be.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Stands and looks around :: Self: I need to get that chair out of here...

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: I made a very huge mistake six months ago.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  Yes, I have gathered the details from the minds around me already.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Maybe I should give you a Readers' Digest version of my own history.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::arrives at Nadia's quarters and rings the chime::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Bending to pick up more stuff, hears the chime and hopes it isn't the CO ::   Door: Come in...

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Before coming here to the Scorpius, I was the flight control officer aboard the USS Elara, another starship much like this one but a bit smaller.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I already know it, Captain.  But you may recount what you consider pertinent.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::enters:: OPS: Nadia?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Stands with stuff in her hands and sees the XO standing there ::   XO: Sir!  Please...come in...I'm sorry for the mess

OPS-Watson says:
:: Dumps the stuff in her hands into the seat of the hover chair ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::sees she is standing:: OPS:  Well that looks better!  And never mind about the mess ... you should have seen my quarters when the children were here  ... ::grins and helps her clean up::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: That was about three or four years ago since I've flown a starship.  When Ens. Watson, who was manning both operations and flight control, got injured, in my haste, I put flight control onto my command chair.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  In other words, you micromanaged, bedamned the consequences.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Smiles trying not to cry, but is very nervous ::   XO: Sir...please...you don't have to help!  What can I do for you?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
OPS:  Actually I came to see how you were doing.

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: In my mind, I was working on instinct, and time was limited to get someone to the helm.

Host T`Kel says:
::has a serious feeling of irony at counseling a being that up until moments ago he considered Almighty God::

OPS-Watson says:
:: Blushes ::  XO: I wasn't doing well, sir.  But...T'Kel helped me when the Federation couldn't

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
OPS:  And don't call me "Sir" unless we are on the bridge ...

OPS-Watson says:
:: Smiles blinking back her tears ::   XO: Yes, ma'am

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I see.  Captain, if I may, I think your problems began far earlier than the even you describe.

CO_VanSickle says:
::reaches CO's quarters, and enters the code to open the doors:: T'Kel: This is my home aboard this ship.

OPS-Watson says:
XO: Can I get you something to drink?

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I am honored.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
OPS:  I'm sorry I haven't had time to come down and see you earlier, Nadia.

CO_VanSickle says:
<Sammy> ::sees a strange person enter quarters with Eric, sniffs the stranger::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Oh, that's my cat Sammy.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
OPS: No, I'm fine, thank you.  I wanted to know how you were feeling ...

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks down at her feet ::   XO: It's okay...I know you've been busy...and I didn't expect any of the brass to see me

OPS-Watson says:
XO: I'm just a lowly ensign after all

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I see.  We have such animals as pets as well.  ::bends to rub the cat's ear fur lightly::

CO_VanSickle says:
::sits on the sofa::

CO_VanSickle says:
<Sammy> ::purrs at the attention::

Host T`Kel says:
::remains standing for the moment::  CO:  Sir, I must confess as to some confusion here.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks at Nadia:: OPS:  I take the welfare of everyone under my command very seriously.  From crewman to lowly Ensign to Commander ... ::smiles::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: What kind of confusion?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Smiles at the XO ::   XO: I'm sorry, ma'am.  I guess I just probably wouldn't have been good company

CO_VanSickle says:
<Sammy> ::rubs T'Kel's legs::

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  Why do you not command your people?  You befriend them and call it command.  This cannot work.  Also, from the minds on the ship, they all felt much better about you when you were something called the Executive Officer.  Why did you not remain that?

OPS-Watson says:
:: Stretches a moment feeling her legs beneath her...feeling as if she is whole again ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::smiles:: OPS:  Possibly.  But I get concerned if someone I know and respect is hurt ...

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: The executive officer is the second-in-command on this ship.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Feels her back pop and smiles ::

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: Cmdr. Horn, or as you once called her Archangel AQilla, is the XO here now.

OPS-Watson says:
:: Looks at the XO ::  XO: Respect, ma'am?   Me?   We barely really know each other...

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  Ah...I see.  Commander AQilla.  I comprehend now.  But why did you not remain Executive?  Was it not your choice?

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: What happened was the CO of the ship at the time, Capt. T'Paula, a Vulcan, sacrificed herself to save the ship.  As XO, I automatically took over as CO.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
OPS:  That's true.  But I've seen your work, Nadia.  You reminded me of another young Ensign I knew a long time ago ... I knew I liked you the minute you came onboard.  You've remained yourself, despite the big jump, and I respect you for that.

Host T`Kel says:
CO:  I see.  That is where most people's opinion seems to begin to deteriorate.  Could you not return to that post?

CO_VanSickle says:
T'Kel: No.

Host T`Kel says:
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