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CAST OF CHARACTERS
(IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)

XO Nmbarri: Rob Harold
Fleet Admiral Taylor: Gerry Brinkman
CO AQilla Smith Horn: Sandra Prestige 
CMO Elbran: Matt Besley
CNS Rand: Susan Brinkman
Crewman: Matt Besley
FCO Leadfoot: Rob Harold

Hosted by: SM Gerry Brinkman

USS Scorpius - NCC 50666 – 10604.01

"The Trial of Kalla Rand"

Episode 2

Previously on the USS Scorpius:

Dy’yBylys had commandeered the Scorpius for his own purposes.  

Kalla Rand had been assisting him.

After some examination of evidence a court martial has been convened and
Admiral Thomas Nelson Taylor is presiding as senior adjutant.

In a surprise move, Lt. Commander Rand has not contested the charges, and is pleading guilty with an explanation.  

The tribunal is now hearing her affirmative defense.
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XO_Nmbarri says:
::In command of the bridge::

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
::taps fingers on desk in puzzlement::  CNS:  I'm sure we'd all like to hear what you were thinking.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::sitting in the court room listening to proceedings::

CMO_Elbran says:
::In sickbay, giving a physical to a crewman::

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: I was thinking that Dy’yBylys was being more honest with us than we were with him, and that he deserved to be treated better than a monster.

XO_Nmbarri says:
::Wondering how the court martial proceedings are going::

CMO_Elbran says:
::Picks up his medical tricorder and scans the crewman::

XO_Nmbarri says:
*CMO* Bridge to sickbay.

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: After a while, he and sex were all I could think about.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  I do not disagree with your assessment.  ::stern look at the CO::  However, you aided and abetted an individual that took over a Starfleet asset by force and coercion.  

CMO_Elbran says:
::Puts down the tricorder and responds:: *XO*: Sickbay here, what’s the problem commander?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Taylor:  With all due respect, Admiral, when Dy’yBylys didn't get his own way, he threw what I could only describe as a tantrum.

CNS_Rand says:
::listens respectfully::

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  I am aware of your Deltan heritage, Mister Rand.  Who are you?  Are you a Starfleet officer, or are you ruled by your sexual urges?

XO_Nmbarri says:
*CMO* No problem, really.  It's just a very slow day.  Do you have anything to report on the condition of the crew?

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  That is not up to debate, I've reviewed the tapes.  This is also not the time to defend that assertion, Captain.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::glares at the Admiral but keeps her mouth shut for now::

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  We all make choices.  What I want to know is why you made yours.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  And reasons of biology don't cut it here.

CMO_Elbran says:
*XO*: It’s rather slow down here as well. I'm just running a few physicals at the moment and trying to catch up on work.

XO_Nmbarri says:
*CMO* well, if anyone has anything more than a hangnail, please do let me know.  It's more interesting than what’s going on up here at the moment.  Bridge out.

CNS_Rand says:
Adm. Yes, I'm a Starfleet Officer, and I am Deltan. I made bad decisions, based on the way that I was feeling. I was feeling trapped and when the chance for freedom hit, I took it. What I should have done, what would have been the correct way to act and I see that now would have been to ask for leave so that I could go home for a while.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Chuckles:: *XO*: Will do sir, Elbran out.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Goes back to his scans::

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  I see your logic is still up to snuff, Commander.  However, you had little choice.  Going home was likely not an option.

CNS_Rand says:
::pulls her jacket back on and wraps it tight around her:: Adm: I'm not denying what happened, and perhaps you are right that I would be correct to plea temporary insanity...that would cost me just as much as being kicked out of Starfleet.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  So tell me...what do you think should happen here, Commander?  Obviously discipline has to be maintained.  Here's another question.  If their vessel is taken by force, what is the duty of every officer on the ship?

CMO_Elbran says:
Crewman: Have you been experiencing any problems?

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: I understand that discipline must be maintained and that my actions deserve severe punishment.

CNS_Rand says:
::nods:: Adm: Defend it at all costs, Sir.

Crewman says:
CMO: Not really, I think I may have pulled a muscle in my back when I was exercising yesterday.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  So, Mister Rand...did you do that?  ::glares::

CMO_Elbran says:
Crewman: Let’s have a look. ::Directs his tricorder towards the crewman’s lower back::

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: At first I did all that I could to distract or stop Dy’yBylys, then ...no, after a point I did nothing other than try to mediate.

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: And even that with Dy’yBylys' concerns in mind.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Self: You call that mediation?  <Mumbled in Romulan>

 Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  ::dryly::  Yes, I've reviewed your...mediation techniques.  

CMO_Elbran says:
Crewman: Looks like you've strained one of your lower back muscles. Its not to serious and should fix itself before too long. There’s not really a lot I can do, unless you feel the need to take something for the pain?

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  So...I think what we have here is an officer, who in a moment of weakness, allowed her desires to get the better of her.  And we are fortunate that there were others with some modicum of control that could make better decisions, counselor.

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: I'm not referring to what happened with Commander Nmbarri or the CEO.

Crewman says:
CMO: No, I think I’ll be alright. Thank you.

CMO_Elbran says:
Crewman: That’s all then. Everything else checks out normal. Just try not to overexert yourself.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Puts away his tricorder and goes into his office::

CNS_Rand says:
::stares blankly at the Admiral:: Adm: Aye, Sir.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Walks into the corridor and into the nearest turbolift::

CMO_Elbran says:
Computer: Bridge.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  It is the ruling of this tribunal that Lieutenant Commander Kalla Rand was under some influence and became a willing pawn in subverting the chain of command.  At this time, we do not feel incarceration is necessary, nor is termination of service.  ::looks at the CNS and then the CO::  That leaves administrative discipline.  Basically, it’s your decision, Captain Horn.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::nods:: Admiral:  You have my recommendation of a severe reprimand and a reduction in rank to Lt.  CNS:  Counselor, I am extremely disappointed in you.  But I do not wish to see your career ended, hence my recommendation.  I would also like for you to remain onboard the Scorpius.

CNS_Rand says:
:;begins shivering...nods to the Admiral:: Adm: Thank you, Sir.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CNS:  Are you all right, Counselor?

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  Indeed.  We'll make a good officer out of her yet, Captain.  Your recommendation is accepted.  I'll leave you to work out the details of the paperwork.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Arrives at the bridge and exits the turbolift::

XO_Nmbarri says:
::Hears the lift doors open, and looks:: CMO: Welcome to the bridge, Doctor.

CNS_Rand says:
::turns to the CO:: CO: Aye, Sir. If you wish, however I do not know how effective a counselor I can be after this.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  Of course,  Admiral.  And thank you for accepting my recommendation.

CNS_Rand says:
CO: I'm fine, Captain.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Smiles:: XO: Thank you sir, it’s been a while since I paid a visit to the bridge so I thought I’d make a house call and make sure everything was ok health wise.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CNS:  Kalla, I think this will give you a perspective on things to make you a better Counselor.

 Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CNS:  You got off easy, Lieutenant.  Make the most of your second chance.  They don't happen often.  

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
ALL:  We're adjourned.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CNS:  You're shivering, Lt.  Is there something else I need to know?

CNS_Rand says:
Adm: Aye, Sir. Thank you.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
::packing up papers and things::

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: Well, as far as I know, I am healthy.

CNS_Rand says:
CO: I'm not sure the others on the crew agree.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CNS:  Time will tell, Lt.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
::nods to his fellow brass and rises to leave::  CO:  A word, Captain?

CMO_Elbran says:
XO: Always good to hear. ::Recalls the trial, and hopes Kalla is doing ok::

CNS_Rand says:
CO: I'll be fine, ma'am.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CNS:  Good.  Dismissed.

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: Everyone seems to be involved in the court martial.  So, here I sit, bored.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  Of course, Admiral.

CNS_Rand says:
::::nods:: CO: Thank you, ma'am. ::leaves the holodeck and heads for sickbay::

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  Thank you for trying to save her career, Captain.  She's lucky you were in her corner, though I doubt she realizes that completely at this point.

CNS_Rand says:
::makes her way to sickbay and walks in looking for the CMO::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  I think she's got a much brighter future than she sees.  I don't want to lose a good officer, and before this, she has proven herself.

CMO_Elbran says:
XO: I know how you feel. Aside from a sprained ankle and Ensign Jorgsons usual hypochondria sickbay has been deserted all day.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  I know I should have dismissed her from Starfleet but I didn't want to do that.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  There but for the grace of God, I think.  At any rate, I'm glad you also got over your own aversions and helped this alien.  God only knows what could have happened if you hadn't.

CNS_Rand says:
::doesn't see the CMO, and doesn't want to talk to any of the others...turns and leaves::

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: You know something, Doc? You and I should get together sometime for a drink.  I usually like to get to know the crew members.  For some reason, I have neglected that with you.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  I felt I had no choice, Admiral.  But it all turned out well in the end.

CMO_Elbran says:
XO: I would like that. ::Smiles warmly::

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: Perhaps you could get to understand my rather strange affliction in the process.

 Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  There is always a choice, Captain.  Sometimes, neither alternative is appealing.  At any rate, well done.  Now I need to ask a favour.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  If I can.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Lowers voice:: XO: Affliction?

CNS_Rand says:
::enters the turbolift:: Computer: Bridge... ::reaches up and removes the hollow pip from her collar::

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: You know... that problem that I have when the CO becomes pregnant.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  I need you to deploy to Star base 245.  With the decommissioning of Avalon station, there have been some administrative changes in the fleet.  First Fleet will be finding its new base there for the time being.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  And I'm expecting...problems.  Egos, and the like.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  Understood.  We'll deploy immediately and I'll try to tame the egos if I can ... ::grins::

CNS_Rand says:
::exits the lift onto the bridge only to see the XO and CMO talking::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::feels the baby kick hard ... winces slightly::

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO: and this is always a time where enemies of the Federation can slip in and deploy spies, other agents of discord.  I need a vessel I can trust to go in there and have the good sense to know what to put in a report to me and what to leave out.

CMO_Elbran says:
XO: Ah yes. Well it’s my job both as this ships doctor and I hope as you friend to help you as much as I can.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  Can you handle that?

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: Once the Captain has her baby, I will go back to normal, and nobody will need to worry about being attacked.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  I believe I can, Admiral.  But you know how I feel about politics ...

XO_Nmbarri says:
::Glances over and sees the CNS has arrived on the bridge:: CNS: Counselor. ::nods professionally::

CNS_Rand says:
::stands quietly at the back of the bridge...nods:: XO: Commander.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  Yes, I share your opinion of it.  ::chuckles::  It's a necessary evil at times.  Thank you for your time, Captain.  I'll ask your leave to depart.

CNS_Rand says:
::moves to a console to check their status::

XO_Nmbarri says:
::Turns back to the CMO:: CMO: If there is one thing that I find discomforting, it’s losing control because of pheromones.  It is so unprofessional.

CMO_Elbran says:
::Thinks of Kalla’s pregnancy:: XO: Yes, still we should look into it. ::Looks over at Kalla somewhat nervously::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Admiral:  Leave to depart granted, Admiral.  Thank you for helping Kalla, too.

Flt-ADM_Taylor says:
CO:  Well, I need all my officers, Captain.  Thank you again.  ::turns and exits smartly::

XO_Nmbarri says:
CMO: Of course, some people simply cannot help themselves.  I, for one, never wish to be out of control like that again.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
*XO*:  Horn to Cmdr Garta-Nmbarri.  Have the Scorpius prepared for departure.  I will be up momentarily.

CNS_Rand says:
::reads the reports she was interested in and turns quickly, leaving the bridge, not wanting anyone to suspect that she could hear some of their conversation::

CMO_Elbran says:
XO: I understand. Well, I’d best get back to sick bay. ::Nods and walks over to Kalla::

XO_Nmbarri says:
*CO* Understood.  Heading?

CMO_Elbran says:
::runs to catch up with Kalla::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
*XO*:  Star base 245, Commander.  I'll explain when I get up there.

XO_Nmbarri says:
*CO* Very good Captain.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::watches the Admiral leave then turns and heads for the TL::

XO_Nmbarri says:
FCO: Set course for Star Base 245, warp 5 and engage.

CNS_Rand says:
::leans against the back of the lift without asking for a direction...sees the Doctor enter:: CMO: Hello, Doctor.

FCO Leadfoot says: 
XO: Star Base 245, warp 5, aye sir. ::Engages warp engines::

XO_Nmbarri says:
::Sits back in the command chair::

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