Cast of Characters:

XO	Commander Kasey Anne Tierney          	played by	Linda Baus
CEO 	LtCmdr. Mo'Bri Daughter of L'Keth      	played by   	Lynda Anderson
OPS 	Ensign Gaeb       				played by     	Gabriel Marceau
CTO 	Ensign Taryn Salan			       	played by   	Margaret (Anne) Bowie
CSO 	Lt. JG Henry James Sumner    		played by     	C. J. Short
CMO 	Commander Anita Marie Santiago		played by     	Arlene McIntyre
CIV  	Captain Thomas T. Quchant                    	played by     	Ian Robinson

NPC’s:
Vice Admiral						played by	Pam Bruyere
Ko’tar							played by   	Lynda Anderson

Summary:

Once again the Triton finds herself in the midst of a mystery. Her mission continues, but with Captain K`Vas missing and Captain Porter found dead, the success of the mission could be in doubt.

The first officer has been promoted to Captain and given command of the Triton by Starfleet Command, but can the crew accept this change? Captain Tierney is a new comer and some people seem reluctant to replace the missing K`Vas with this young woman.

Vice Admiral Sheridan has returned to the Triton leaving the Kensington in the hands of her first officer. Will she remain on the Triton or leave once they reach Serenity?

Data from the Oracle's computer show that the scout ship was simply "turned off" by someone or something unknown. The ship logs show all normal until the disappearance with the last few minutes being erased.

The Triton's sensors only showed that there were two instances of a bright light, source unknown at this time. The spatial distortions appear to be similar to those of a cloaking device, but no other ships were detected. This is getting weird.

Two hours have elapsed and now Starfleet Command has ordered the Triton to continue on her mission to Serenity. They promised to send another ship, the USS Hornby to continue the investigation into Captain K`Vas' disappearance.

As we begin, the new Captain is beginning to realize the seriousness of command.

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Triton in "Building Blocks"....Chapter Eight "Voices".....Stardate 10705.24

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Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::In the Ready Room, still finding it difficult to pack up Captain K'Vas' belongings, knowing his family will want his belongings sent back.  Takes a deep breath, and exits the ready room onto the bridge.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
*ALL*:  Report!

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Begins his shift with his usual round of the various storage areas.::

CIV_Quchant says:
::At a secondary science station filling out another intelligence report.::

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
::Exits the Bridge and looks around, turning on his heels and stops at the Ready Room. He rings the doorbell.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Makes her way along the corridor to the turbolift and steps inside as the doors open.::  Computer:  Bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Walks over to the CNS, who is facing the door, his back toward her.  She clears her throat.::

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
::Turns surprised.:: CO:  Oh, Ma'am.  My deepest apologies. Counselor Christopher Halliwell, reporting for duty, Ma'am. ::Extends hand.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
*CO*:  I'm surveying the storage and inventory captain, do you require me on the bridge immediately?

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Raises her hand to greet the Counselor.::  CNS:  Welcome to Alpha shift, Counselor.  Do you have your orders with you?

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Overhears OPS.:: *OPS*:  Negative, Ensign.  Have you notified Starfleet that we are underway to Serenity?

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
CO: Yes, I do. ::Hands them to her.::  CO:  I believe that you will find everything in order.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
*CO*:  They have received daily reports on our progress, Sir

ACTION: The Captain notices a strange smell as the counselor hands her the padd.

CIV_Quchant says:
::Looks up from his station and sniffs wrinkling his nose...shakes his head and goes back to his SFI work.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Smiles at him, and takes the padd with the orders on them.::  ~~~CNS:  I see you are half Betazoid, Ensign.  Good to have you aboard.~~~  ::Notices a smell and wiggles her nose a bit.::  CNS:  With Captain K'Vas missing, and our need to continue on with the mission to Serenity, I anticipate there may be some distressed crew.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Steps onto the bridge as the lift comes to a stop.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
Out loud:  I smell .. peanut butter.  
CNS:  You eat peanut butter and jelly, Counselor?  ::Chuckles.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
ALL:  Admiral on the bridge!  ::Stands at attention.::

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
CO:  I can only imagine, Ma'am. I feel that this obviously is very disturbing to some.  Oh!  ::Stands at Attention.::

CIV_Quchant says:
::Engrossed in his work to SFI.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
All:  As you were.

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
::Breathes.::  CO:  And yes, I do. But I prefer fluff.  ::Chuckles::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Moves towards the Ready Room door.::  CO:  Captain, if you don't mind, I require your ready room for a few moments.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::At ease, and continues her conversation with the Counselor, grinning at his comment.::  CNS:  When we reach Serenity, I would like you to assist our Operations officer, Ensign Gaeb, in finding out if there is anything that is needed for the station, or if the station requires any medical or counseling staff.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Smiles at the Admiral.::  VADM:  Of course, Admiral.  Please .. help yourself.  I haven't started to pack up anything, so you'll find it is completely as we left it earlier.

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
CO:  Of course, Ma'am.  It would be my pleasure. ::Smiles.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Pauses at the doorway and looks inside for a moment.:: CO: Thank you, Captain.  I will handle things from this point. ::Steps inside and closes the door.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
CNS:  If you can make your way around to the crew to get to know them, that will be a start.  You can begin with CIV Captain Quchant.  ::Grins in the Captain's direction.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Wonders just what things the Admiral is going to be handling, perhaps packing up the Captain's things maybe?::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Takes an inventory report from a crewman and walks back to the TurboLift.::

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
CO:  Yes, Ma'am; of course.  ::Salutes and heads toward Captain Quchant.  
CIV:  Hello there, Sir!

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Moves behind the desk and sits.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
TL:  Bridge.

CIV_Quchant says:
CNS:  Hello, Ensign.  You'll excuse me, but I'm in the middle of some reports for Starfleet Intelligence....and I don't believe you have clearance.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
*CO*:  Captain, sorry to bother you but could you have someone send up several boxes to me?

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Heads to the center of the bridge, for a moment staring between the XO and CO seats, sighs and then sits in the center chair.  Overhears the comm.::  *VADM*:  Of course, Admiral.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Enters the bridge, walks to his station.::

CNS_Ens_Halliwell says:
::Heads to the Counselor's seat and sits down.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
*OPS*:  Ensign Gaeb, can you have some of your staff send up some boxes to the Captai .. I mean to my ready room?

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CO:  Yes, sir!

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Is startled with seeing Ensign Gaeb.::  OPS:  That was quick!

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Nods to the crewmen that was at the Operations station to bring the boxes.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Walks over to Captain Quchant.::  CIV:  Can your reports wait?  I'd like you to take a few minutes to get to know our counselor, Captain Quchant.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Opens the drawer to the left and pulls out several padds discarding all but one.::

CIV_Quchant says:
CO: Yes, Ma'am...I was just finishing up.  The Counselor didn't have clearance to see anything I was doing.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Sits down at his station, putting together the inventory reports.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
Self: This is going to be hard.  ::Opens the database and puts in the pass code.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
CIV:  Of course not.  Thank you for taking a few minutes out of your busy schedule.  ::Winks and walks back to the center chair.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Takes the boxes from the crewman and walks to the Captain’s ready room.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Rings the Ready Room doorbell.::

ACTION:  The door to the ready room opens and several boxes are placed just inside the door.

CIV_Quchant says:
::Turns around to look at the counselor.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
OPS: Thank you, Ensign, for your assistance.  When I am finished here, please make arrangements to have these boxes sent to the cargo bay to await the rest.

CIV_Quchant says:
::Waits for the counselor to pay attention.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
ADM: Do you want the boxes unloaded to the colony or will there be a shuttle to pick them up?

CIV_Quchant says:
::Notices that the counselor has moved onto his next interview and turns back to his reports.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
OPS:  No, they are to be sent to Qo’nos.  I will give you instructions for the rest later.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
ADM:  Alright, I'll have them stored in a different area so they are not accidentally taken to the colony.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Nods.::  OPS:  Thank you, Ensign.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Walks out of the room.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Begins again reading the padd.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CO:  Speaking of boxes, Captain, have you an idea of when you will have your boxes ready to be moved to your new quarters?  I'll have my people pick them up whenever you say they are ready.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Sits down in the center chair, and starts to go over reports on Serenity.::  OPS:  I know, Ensign.  I was waiting for Captain K'Vas' things to be moved out.  Admiral Sheridan has put in a personal request with me to do that herself.  I'm just waiting on her word to be given.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
Self:  K'Vas, you know I hate doing this.  I swear you are just sitting somewhere laughing that Klingon head off over all this.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CO:  I understand, it's just that I foresee some inventory nightmare when all of the cargo we have will need to be moved around to the colony.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Slips a few books into a box, as well as a trophy.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Doesn't want to admit that she really needs the time to adjust herself to the sudden change, thinking she's definitely going to need to have a talk with the counselor.::  OPS:  There really isn't many things of mine that need to be moved.  I really didn't have the time to unpack when I came aboard, considering this was supposed to be a temporary assignment to start with.  And there's no huge hurry to make the change.  I'm happy where I am for the time being.  It gives me time to adjust.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
Self:  Ah yes, your favorite tournament.  Third place, pity.  ::Smiles as she closes the box.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Fills several other boxes with K`Vas' personal items.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Leaves her quarters and heads for the bridge not a happy person.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Takes the one padd and then looks around the room a last time.::  Self:  So little for such a man.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Ko'tar*:  Make sure that the plasma manifolds are not running hot.  I don't need them to overheat.

Ko’tar says: 
*CEO*: Jyaj.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Arrives on the bridge and walks to her station and opens it quickly.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Opens the ready room door and steps outside.::  CO:  Thank you, Captain, for the time.  Please have operations send the boxes to the cargo bay for storage for now.  I still need to attend to matters in K`Vas' quarters.  I'm sure you are anxious to move in.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
~~~CEO:  Commander, I just wanted to let you know that our new counselor is part Betazoid, so you will have something in common with him.  I've taken the liberty to ask the Counselor to meet with each of the crew, so you are on his list.  Please take some time to get to know him.~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Hears the Captain's name and turns quickly.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Walks over to the Admiral.::  Admiral:  Ma'am still no word about K'Vas?

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Nods to the Admiral.::  VADM:  I'll have Ensign Gaeb send someone to take the boxes to storage.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
~~~CO: Understood, Ma'am, but you know how I feel about counselors.~~~

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO:  No word as yet Commander, but I'm sure there will be soon.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Has really no idea where to store the boxes, mentally playing with the inventory to try to move things in order to make some place.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::A single tear forms and falls.::  Admiral:  Understood, Ma'am.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Pats J'Loni's shoulder.::  CEO:  Have faith.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
OPS:  Ensign, can you please have someone from your staff take care of the boxes belonging to Captain K'Vas?  The Admiral would like them stored in the cargo-bay storage, please.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral:  I have patience, and that is the one thing K'Vas did teach me.  Not to be a fool and rush into something.  Be patient and lay in wait for the reward of patience is victory.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
~~~CEO:  Captain's orders, I'm afraid.  He actually is quite impressive once you get to meet him.  You will like him.  Just give him a chance.  I know you don't like counselors, but you are going to have to trust me on this one.  You'll like him.~~~

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
CO:  Oh and Captain, I would love any suggestion you have about what to do with the pet targ?  ::Smiles.::  I don't think he could stand the trip to Qo'nos.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
~~~CO: I understand, and I will obey your orders as I would my superior officers.  I still miss him very much.~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral:  I will take the targ if you would like.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Head perks up.::  VADM:  Until we can find him a home, perhaps that isn't such a bad idea.  
CEO:  But it will only be temporary, Commander.  I can not have a targ running around my ship.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Looks at the Chief Engineering Officer and smiles.::  CEO:  Then he is yours, Commander.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral:  Thank you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Cross chest salutes her.::  Admiral:  Q'apla.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
CO:  As you wish, Captain.  I leave the matter in your hands.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
~~~CEO:  I know you do.  If there is anything that I could do to bring him back, you know I would.~~~

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
CEO:  For the time being, if you can catch him, he is yours.  ::Grins.::  I believe he has not been caught yet?

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
~~~CO: Then please as a last request leave the targ with me on the ship.  He will make a good mascot and I will tame him.~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO:  Ma'am, catching a targ is like catching a pig.  You put out what it loves to eat.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
CO:  I will be in the Captain's quarters tending to my task, should you need me.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral:  Ma'am, I do not envy you, your task.  I wish I could be there to help.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
~~~CEO:  I will consider your request, but make no promises.~~~
VADM:  Of course, Admiral.  Let me know if you need anything.  ::Shows a look of concern for the Admiral.::  And Admiral, if you need someone to talk to .. I'm here for you.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Walks to the turbolift but glances over at Captain Quchant.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
CO/CEO: Thank you both.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Steps into the lift and heads for the Captain's quarters.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Walks over to Ensign Gaeb and whispers.::  OPS:  Can you do me a favor, Ensign.  Can you please have maintenance spray the Ready Room.  My nose is a bit sensitive.  Now that the Captain's things are gone, I would very much like to get the targ smell out.  Do you think maintenance can deodorize the room for me?

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CO:  I'll have an entire crew do a full clean-up on the gamma shift so you'll have a sparkling clean Ready Room tomorrow.

ACTION:  The bridge comm system suddenly springs to life, static and loud crackling noises fill the bridge and then the ship.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Nods.::  OPS:  Thank you, Ensign.  I do appreciate it.  ::Holds her ears.::  Check that out please.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Ko'tar*: Take two crew and trace the Captain's pet, and find it, and bring it to my quarters.......What the hell is that noise?  Get on it.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Hands go to her ears quickly.::

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
::Checks the comm channels.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Out loud:  Some one cut the comm systems.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
CIV:  Captain, are you detecting anything at your science console that may be causing those loud noises?

ACTION:  The noise is deafening and continues to get louder.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CO:  I don't think it is from the comm channels.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Out loud: My ears.............. ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Holds her ears.::  ALL:  Report!  What is causing the noise?

CIV_Quchant says:
CO:  Nothing immediately apparent, Captain.

CIV_Quchant says:
CO:  Recommend cutting the comm system.

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Looks over at Quchant and then back over to Operations.::  OPS:  If it's coming from the comm system, cut the comm, disconnect, do something.  ::Nods to Captain Quchant.::

ACTION:  Several crew members collapse, their ears bleeding.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Lands on the floor holding on to her ears.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
::Attends to the Chief Engineering Officer, now on the floor.::

CIV_Quchant says:
CO:  Sir, I recommend sending a runner to sickbay.

CIV_Quchant says:
::Grabs the bridge medical kit and runs over and starts to scan the Chief Engineering Officer.::

Host CO_Capt_Tierney says:
CIV:  See to it, Captain Quchant.  I'm attempting to help the Chief Engineering Officer.

OPS_Ens_Gaeb says:
CIV: Find me the frequency; I'll create reverse of that and cancel most of the signal.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Fumbles in her jacket pocket for of all things wax and shoves two pieces of wax in her ears.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Shakes her head and sits up quickly.::

CIV_Quchant says:
::Runs the medical tricorder over the Chief Engineering Officer.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Doesn't move, but doesn't hear anything now.::

ACTION:  Seemingly from thin air comes a deep, ghostly voice echoing throughout the ship, directed at the crew.

CIV_Quchant says:
CEO:  Stay there.  ::Waves the scanner in front of her face in case she can't hear him.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Gets a shiver up her spine and pulls out one of the wax pieces and cringes.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
All:  Once again you have failed the test.  The cost has been great.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Hears the voice.::

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