CAST OF CHARACTERS
(IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)

XO Garta-Nmbarri: Rob Harold
CO AQilla Horn: Sandy Prestidge
CIV Serok: Julie Lucas 
CMO Garta-Nmbarri: Janaye Hinsley
Pel Tor: Rob Harold
Brandon Pierce: Janaye Hinsley
FCO Heath: Susan Brinkman
Nulahr: Janaye Hinsley
CTO Cmdr Russ Horn: Russell Hinsley
Officer on Deck: Gerry Brinkman
Dr. Sopok: Janaye Hinsley
TAC: Julie Lucas
Hannah: Janaye Hinsley
SEC: Julie Lucas
Dee Dee: Janaye Hinsley
Newcolmb: Julie Lucas

Hosted by: SM Gerry Brinkman

USS Scorpius - NCC 5006 - 10505.07

"Rock and a Hard Place"

Episode 10: "Lost and Found"

Previously on the USS Scorpius:

Among other things, the CMO is giving birth to her twins. 
 
So far there have been no complications despite the pitched battle between the former USS Khyber Pass and the Scorpius.

The unconscious CO and gravely injured CTO have been beamed back to the ship with the XO, who is now attending the birth of his twins.

It has been determined that an Admiral Thompson has had more than passing interest in the events in the Kaltex system, and his current whereabouts are unknown.

We rejoin our crew after an hour of repairs to the Scorpius and no action on the planet or in orbit.

As they say...all's quiet on the orbit front...

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XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Standing next to his wife, holding her hand as she squeezes so hard that it nearly breaks::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::lying unconscious in sickbay::

CIV_Serok says:
:: looking over personnel files to see if she can find the Ensign she ran into. ::

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::lying in a biobed panting as the contractions grow closer::

Pel_Tor says:
::Stands as if in a trance, then walks over to his mother’s side:: CMO: Momma, Barrak wants to know what’s taking so long.

ACTION:  The first of the twins crowns

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Looks at his son:: Pel Tor: Who is Barrak, and why does he care what’s taking so long?

Brandon Pierce says:
CMO: Push Jenise!  Here comes baby number one.

Pel_Tor says:
::Looks at the XO:: XO: Father, Barrak is the male baby.  He wants to know what’s taking so long.  He says he is tired of being where he is.

FCO_Heath says:
ALL: Sensors are picking up an incoming runabout.

Nulahr says:
Pel Tor: Perhaps you should help me concentrate on the rhythm instruments for your mother.

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::pushes and grunts::

Pel_Tor says:
Nulahr: I can't help it.  Barrak keeps talking to me.  He is really pushy too.  He wants to be born, now!

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Well, you just tell Barrak that "daddy" says to cool it, and he will be born when the time is right.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Realizes what’s going on, and that Pel Tor is in mental contact with at least one of the babies::

Pel_Tor says:
::Looks as if he is in a trance again as he tells Barrak to chill out::

FCO_Heath says:
COM: Runabout: This is the USS Scorpius, please identify.

Brandon Pierce says:
::turns the first baby to deliver the shoulders::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: Jeni, it appears that Pel Tor and at least one of the babies are in mental contact again.  

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: Now, relax, and breathe.  Baby one is just about here.

ACTION:  Barrak is born first, and Baby number two crowns....

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
XO: Fine! ::grunts and pushes::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Looks down at his newborn son:: CMO: We have our first born, dear.  You are doing great.  Hang in there, concentrate, and breathe.

Brandon Pierce says:
::takes the first baby, cuts the cord, and puts him into Hannah's waiting arms::

FCO_Heath says:
::repeats the hail::

Pel_Tor says:
::Looks up at his father again:: XO: Father, T`Les is angry.  She wanted to be born first, but Barrak shoved her out of the way.  She says its time now, and she means it!

Nulahr says:
::stands and takes the baby:: Barrak: Welcome child, we await you with joy into our world.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Thinks to himself that life is going to be rather interesting from now on::

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::takes a deep breath and pushes again::

ACTION:  T`Les is born

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
#COMM:Scorpius: This is Commander Russ Horn Permission to beam aboard?

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: That’s it, dear.  The babies are here.  You can relax now.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Looks over at his newborn twins, and sees that they appear to be perfectly healthy::

Nulahr says:
::hands Barrak to his father and takes T`Les, repeating the greeting::

FCO_Heath says:
 COMM: Runabout: CTO:  Permission Granted, sir.  Welcome aboard.  Someone will take you to sickbay immediately.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Takes his son into his arms, and silently whispers a Klingon greeting to him::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
#COMM:Scorpius: Thank you Scorpius Prepare to receive.

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::lies back onto the pillows::

Pel_Tor says:
::Smiles as the babies are born::

Brandon Pierce says:
::cleans and prepares Jenise for recovery::

ACTION:  Commander Horn has beamed aboard and has been met by the Officer on Deck in the Transporter room...

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
OOD: Permission to come aboard?

Officer on Deck says:
CTO:  Yessir.  I have orders to escort you to sickbay immediately.  Please follow me.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: Jeni, you did wonderfully.  The babies are fine.  Pel Tor is grinning from ear to ear.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
OOD: I know my way. Please make sure my belongings are sent to my quarters.

Pel_Tor says:
::Walks over to his mother:: CMO: Momma, the babies have a list of things that they want.  T`Les wants a pink crib.  Barrak wants a blue one.  They both want real soft blankets.  T`Les says she wants to be the first one fed, and that Barrak can wait till she is finished.  Barrak says that he will eat first.  The two of them are arguing.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Runs out of the transporter room for a turbolift::

Officer on Deck says:
CTO:  Aye, sir.  ::smiles::  Welcome back.  ::motions for the yeomen to carry the bags::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: Jeni, I hope you are ready for this.  It sounds like our babies are going to give us the workout of our lives.

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Tell your brother and sister they will eat together and they will like what your father and I have for them.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Enters the TL and asks for sickbay::

ACTION:  the CO begins to come to, feeling the partial phaser hit...

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
XO: Isn't that what a Star Fleet life is all about?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::moans a little as she begins to regain consciousness::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Looks over at Nulahr:: Nulahr: If you need assistance, contact our house on Q'uonos and ask for whoever you feel you need.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: Yes, it is.  

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Exits the TL and rushes to sickbay::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Enters sickbay::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Holds his baby son in his arms, watching him cry for the first time::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::opens her eyes very slowly ... has a massive headache and is still feeling the effect of the phaser hit::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Spots his wife on a bio bed and hurries to her::

CIV_Serok says:
:; finally finds the person she is looking for :: Tac:  I want a security team to locate and detain Ensign Leslie Newcolmb.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::sees Russ:: CTO:  Russ?

ACTION:  Commander Ryan Horn begins to go into cardiac arrhythmia

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: You are a sight for sore eyes.

Pel_Tor says:
CMO: Momma, can I go check on Dee Dee?

Sopok says:
::applies a cardiac stimulator to fight the arrhythmia::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  My head feels like it's going to split open ....

Nulahr says:
Pel Tor: You sister is sleeping in the corner.  You may awaken her if you like.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: After the report I read I can understand why.

ACTION:  Ryan stabilizes but remains comatose

Sopok says:
::continues treating Ryan::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  I don't remember much. What happened?

TAC says:
CIV:  Aye Captain.

Pel_Tor says:
Nulahr: ok.  ::Looks over at Dee Dee, and with his mind, tells her to wake up, which she does::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: The report I got said that somebody took a shot at you.

Hannah says:
XO: We need to give Doctor Jenise time to feed the newborns and rest.  I suggest the other children come back in an hour or so. ::smiles::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Hannah: Good idea.  Pel Tor: Bring your sister.  The three of us will go get something to eat.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  What about the Sub-Commander and the Kaltaxian official?

Pel_Tor says:
XO: Ok, Father.  ::Takes Dee Dee by the hand, and the two of them follow their father out the door::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: From what I understand the only people hurt were Ryan and the assassin.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::nods:: CTO:  How is Ryan?  I owe him my life ...

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: I don’t know, I came to check on you. I saw you first.

CIV_Serok says:
*Hannah*  This is Captain Serok, has the Captain regained consciousness?

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::takes the children for some lunch, so the CMO can have some time alone with the babies::

Hannah says:
::helps Jenise sit up a bit and gets things ready so she can feed the twins::

Hannah says:
*CIV*: I'm not certain Captain, I am in delivery with Doctor Jenise and her new born children. ::looks to Brandon as he nods:: Doctor Pierce is going to check now.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  I need to get to the bridge ... ::tries to sit up::

CIV_Serok says:
*Hannah*  Please inform me when she does.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: As soon as you are up to it I need to get a full briefing on everything that has happened.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: Don’t push yourself!

Brandon Pierce says:
::heads into the main bay and is surprised to see Russ Horn with the CO::

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::takes Barrak in one arm and T`Les in the other::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  By the way ... shouldn't you be on Avalon?

SEC says:
*CIV*  Captain Serok, we have Ensign Newcolmb in custody.  He is in the brig.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: Normally yes!

CIV_Serok says:
*Sec* Acknowledged.

Nulahr says:
CMO: I will give you time with your offspring.  I will be back in 15 minutes.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Then what are you doing here?

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Nulahr/Hannah: Thank you both.

Brandon Pierce says:
*CIV* Captain Serok, Captain Horn is awake.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Tell me, my son.  How strong is your connection to the babies, and to  Dee Dee?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: I have been reassigned by Starfleet.

Nulahr says:
::nods and walks out::

Pel_Tor says:
XO: What do you mean, father?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::feels her head beginning to clear ... tries to get to her feet::

Hannah says:
CMO: Do you need anything?

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Well, you can read their minds, right?  How strong is that connection?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Oh?

CIV_Serok says:
*Pierce*  On my way.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: You know how it is, that is the life of a Starfleet officer

CIV_Serok says:
FCO:  You have the bridge.

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Hannah: Some water please.  My throat is terribly dry.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::nods::

CIV_Serok says:
:: Heads to sickbay ::

Pel_Tor says:
XO: oh.  Well, everything they think, I can hear in my head.  I think it bothers them a bit.  But, I can't help it.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: So, should we get the formality out of the way now?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks at him curiously::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: And, They can read your thoughts as well?  

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Hands her a PADD::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: Commander Russ Horn reporting for duty!

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::takes the padd and reads it ... looks at him:: CTO:  Welcome aboard, Commander.  ::grins::

CIV_Serok says:
:: exits the turbolift, walks down the hall and enters sickbay ::

Pel_Tor says:
XO: Only if I want them to.  They can't tell what I am thinking unless I look at them, and want them to hear me.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: It is a reduction in rank per se. However Starfleet felt that I was the only person they could really trust with this assignment.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::raises an eyebrow::

Hannah says:
::goes to get Jenise some water::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Well, now that you have reported in, Commander, please take your duty station.  I will change and return to the bridge shortly.

CIV_Serok says:
:: looks around for the CO, sees her and walks over to her ::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Thinks for a moment:: Pel Tor: My son, you have a very powerful gift.  However, I think you need to be trained to use it properly.  I have been talking to a few of my  friends from the Vulcan Science Academy.  They are very interested in your abilities.

FCO_Heath says:
::hears the hail and opens a channel:: COM: Kaltaxians: This is USS Scorpius, we're receiving your signal.  Go ahead.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: I imagine my next assignment after this will be a captain’s spot. At least that is what I will expect after being ripped out of my cushy executives spot.

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::looks down at her twins and smiles:: Barrak/T`Les: It's about time you two showed up.  ::sighs:: But I'm so glad you are here and safe.  I love you.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::sees the CIV and motions her over:: CIV:  Captain Serok.

Pel_Tor says:
::Gets a sad look on his face:: XO: Father, are you going to send me away like my other mother wanted to do?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Kisses his wife: CO: Honey I'm home. I will see you on the bridge. ::Smiles at her::

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Captain, you are well?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: Permission to check on Ryan before I head to the bridge?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  A little headache but otherwise fine.  What has been going on?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Granted.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Moves off to look for Ryan::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Stops and kneels down in front of his son:: Pel Tor: Absolutely not.  What I was thinking is that I want you to go get tested, and nothing else.  As for me sending you away like Shras wanted to do, that will never happen.  

FCO_Heath says:
COM: Kaltaxians:  Understood, I will inform our Captain.  Thank you for your hospitality.  We will respond soon concerning the banquet.

Pel_Tor says:
XO: So, what will happen after the tests?

Sopok says:
::pulls a blanket up to Ryan's chest, knowing he can't do any more at the moment::

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  We were attacked and had to destroy the ship.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Spots the room Ryan is in and steps inside::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Attacked?  By who?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Sopok: How is he?

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Well, using the resources of our family’s house, I will see about bringing someone here to assist and train you with your abilities.  You are a big part of this family, and I will never send you away.

Sopok says:
::looks up:: CTO: Commander Horn, I was unaware that you were back on board the Scorpius.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Sopok: I have been reassigned here.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Sopok: Will he be ok?

Sopok says:
CTO: Your brother is in a coma.  I have treated the burns and given him a new heart.  The rest, for now, is up to his body.

CIV_Serok says:
CO: The Khyber Pass.

Pel_Tor says:
::Smiles at his father:: XO: Father, I was scared that you wanted to send me away, that the things that I can do scare you.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Sopok: I want to be informed of any change in his condition.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  I have since learned the identity of the person who attacked me.  He is currently in the brig.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Your abilities do not scare me.  Actually, I hope that you can be trained to use them properly, and for the greater good of everyone.

FCO_Heath says:
*CIV* Heath to Captain Serok, we were just contacted by the Kaltaxians.  They have established trade relations with the Romulans, and have invited those that wish to attend to a banquet.

Pel_Tor says:
XO: I would like that.  I only want what is good for everyone.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Isn't the Khyber Pass a Federation vessel?

Sopok says:
CTO: Of course Sir, I would always inform the next of kin.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Yes Captain.

CIV_Serok says:
*FCO*:  Acknowledged Mister Heath

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Sopok: Thank you.

FCO_Heath says:
*CIV* Thank you, Captain.  Heath out.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::turns to leave::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Gets to the crew lounge, and orders the kids something to eat::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  That would make sense if what Admiral Taylor was saying is correct.  It seems we now have bigger problems ...

CIV_Serok says:
CO: Captain a trade agreement has been reached between the Romulans and the Kaltaxians.  They wish to invite all who wish to attend to a banquet.

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::lays her head down, realizing how exhausted she is::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Starts to leave sickbay::

Dee Dee says:
XO: Daddy!  Juice!

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  I have also learned the name of the Admiral who attended the meeting with the Ambassador, Admiral Taylor and the Federation President.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Gets Dee Dee some grape juice, and Pel Tor some prune juice::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  You did?  Who?

Hannah says:
::sees Russ Horn:: CTO: Commander?

Pel_Tor says:
::sits and enjoys his food and drink, all the while keeps looking at Dee Dee, giggling::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Turns::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Ok, what are you giggling at, young man?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Hannah: Hi there!

Pel_Tor says:
XO: Oh, Dee Dee is just thinking about how she isn’t the baby anymore, but now will have someone to pick on.

Hannah says:
CTO: You back or just visiting?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Hannah: I am back.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Admiral Thompson.  I believe it is 97.3 percent probability that he is involved in Section 31.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Pel Tor: Well, there will be no picking on anyone in this family, or else! ::smiles at his son::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Agreed.  Find out what you can about him.  I'm heading back to the bridge.

Hannah says:
CTO: Well, come back later for your welcome aboard physical then.  Doctor Jenise will be down with her newborns at least until tomorrow so that gives you a little time. ::grins, knowing how much Russ hates sickbay::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Hannah: You know, somebody could forget about that for a year or two. I won’t say anything. ::Grins::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::As the children finish up their snack, he gets things cleaned up, then tells them that they will go back to sickbay to see their mother, and the babies::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  It's more than likely that our Admiral Thompson was in charge on the Khyber Pass.  Shame you had to destroy the ship ...

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Aye Captain.  I will head to the brig to find out what I can from the prisoner.

Hannah says:
CTO: Yeah, and I could lose my cushy job here when Doctor Jenise finds out.  It'll be painless, I swear.

Pel_Tor says:
::Takes Dee Dee by the hand again, and they follow the XO back to sickbay::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Good.  Let me know what you find out.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  We will know soon enough, Captain.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Aye Sir.

CIV_Serok says:
:: Heads to the brig ::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Takes Pel Tor and Dee Dee back to sickbay::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: we are back.  How are the three of you doing?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Hannah: Yeah yeah, I will be in tomorrow sometime.

CIV_Serok says:
:: enters the brig ::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
Hannah for now I must go.

Pel_Tor says:
::scampers in with Dee Dee in tow, and goes straight to the CMO's side::

Dee Dee says:
XO: Daddy!  Hold you! ::raises her arms::

Hannah says:
CTO: See you then.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Picks up Dee Dee::

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Exits sickbay::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::moves to an enclosed alcove and changes into her uniform.  Steps back out into the room and turns to leave Sickbay::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Takes Dee Dee over to see her new baby brother and sister::

CIV_Serok says:
Sec:  I wish to speak to the prisoner.

SEC says:
CIV:  Aye Sir.

ACTION:  A Romulan vessel decloaks off the starboard bow, weapons cold

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::raises her head:: XO: Hi there.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
:: Heads for the turbolift::

Nulahr says:
::enters the room and takes from Jenise::

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::picks up T`Les:: DeeDee: See the babies?

Dee Dee says:
CMO: My babies!

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: The children are all taken care of.  You just rest now.  Nulahr has my authorization to retrieve anyone she needs from out house to assist her.

FCO_Heath says:
::sees the Romulan vessel and checks their weapons status...tries to get an ID on the Romulans::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::arrives at the TL and sees the CTO standing there::

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::sighs contentedly at her growing family::  XO: Let my mother and Mahe know about the birth.  I'll contact them when I get home.

CIV_Serok says:
:: enters the cell and the force field snaps back up ::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CMO: Would you prefer we bring them here so they can help with the babies?

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Turns and sees AQilla catch up to him::

CIV_Serok says:
Newcolmb:  We will have a talk.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: Fancy meeting you here.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::grins:: CTO:  We do seem to be bumping into each other quite a bit.

Newcolmb says:
CIV:  I have nothing to say to you.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
CO: I do not have a problem with that.

CIV_Serok says:
Newcolmb:  You will have no choice.

FCO_Heath says:
::smiles:: COM: Romulans: This is the USS Scorpius, it is good to see you again.

Pel_Tor says:
::looks up at his mother:: CMO: Ya!  Can grandma and great grandma come here, please?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::chuckles:: CTO:  No, I suppose you don't.  ::enters the TL as the doors open::

CMO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
XO: I would like to see them, as long as it would be safe for them.

CTO_Cmdr_Horn says:
::Follows the CO::

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