[18:01] ::nods:: LCARS let's go. [18:01] * CoroLCARS 8,5 =0,5/\ 8,5= 12CRXO_Bentall has called: ATTENTION ON DECK 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= [18:01] *** CoroLCARS changes topic to 'U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= Sim in progress! ' [18:01] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [18:01] ::attn:: [18:01] ::attn:: [18:01] ::attn:: [18:01] ::attn:: [18:01] ::attn:: [18:01] ::ATTN:: [18:01] *** Ragarok is now known as ObsRagarok [18:01] ::attn:: [18:01] ::yawns:: [18:01] :;attn:: [18:01] Welcome, everyone! Thank you all for coming, and I hope you are enjoying your first full week of summer. :) [18:02] Here's tonight's briefing... [18:02] 12=Sim Briefing!= Please type "ack" after you've read it... [18:02] 12Stardate 240006.05: "Songbird" , Part 2, by Jester. [18:02] 12SUMMARY: General Order 20. [18:02] 12Coronado managed to successfully return from her mission in the past. However, the damage to the ship was extensive. We are still in the process of repairs -- in particular, slipstream propulsion is down, main power is off-line, and Engineering is generally a mess. Fortunately, a Mobile Repair Facility, the Pearl, was brought in and has been assisting with Coro's repairs. [18:02] 12With the assistance of the Pearl and her repair tenders, repairs to the ship are proceeding. In the meantime, a significant Starfleet presence (including the entire bulk of the 5th Fleet Task Group 5.5) has gathered. The reason: not only are patrol ships still being shifted to this part of the Romulan border, but a terrorist organization called Omega is active here. [18:02] 12Omega has apparently been attacking a number of civilian vessels in the area as well. One such, piloted by Renak Taj, was severely damaged. Renak requested to be beamed aboard along with his cargo: five stasis pods, one damaged beyond repair. The others... well, the others appear to hold kidnap victims in stasis, something obviously extremely troubling... [18:02] ack? [18:02] ack [18:02] ack [18:02] ack [18:02] ack [18:02] ack [18:02] ackity ack! damn, I'm back! :D [18:02] ack [18:02] ack [18:03] ack [18:03] Everyone please welcome Lieutenant Scott, who will be guesting with us tonight. :) Lieutenant Scott, I take it you'll be in Engineering? Is that right? Also, what is your home ship? [18:03] USS Andromeda Sir [18:04] *** CHRIS|AFKuntilSIM has joined #uss-coronado [18:04] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +v CHRIS|AFKuntilSIM [18:04] ::nods to Scott:: [18:04] *** CHRIS|AFKuntilSIM is now known as LJTC_Daren [18:04] [18:04] Great. :) Any questions before we get rolling? [18:04] None sir. [18:04] Passage of time, Captain? [18:04] From last week. [18:04] Less than a day. [18:05] Is Taj awake? [18:05] ::nods:: Thank you sir. [18:05] Not quite. ;) [18:05] *** LCxx_Tal is now known as |LCxx_Tal| [18:05] ... [18:05] That doesn't help overmuch ;) [18:05] I know. Wouldn't be much fun if I let you ask him what's going on. For me, anyway. ;) Any other questions? [18:06] ::smirks:: [18:06] yea [18:06] Yes, Miss Oswald? [18:06] is Ironside gonna yell at me? [18:06] no questions [18:06] I suggest you ask him, Cadet. ;) [18:07] ::can't help but chuckle:: I haven't yelled at you yet, Cadet. [18:07] OK, let's sim! :) [18:07] * CPCO_LoraKor 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= 12 =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= SIM START =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= [18:07] HD> ::finishes the last simulated dogfight:: Computer, file simulation results onto my personal file for review and end program. ::stands up from his fighter seat as it vanishes:: [18:07] ::sits on the bridge, keeping an eye on things:: [18:07] 6> ::sits in his office, looking over various schematics of the Coro and some hard numbers concerning storage space available:: +taps+ Lieutenant Curcio and Cadet Oswald to my office, please. [18:07] * |LCxx_Tal| brings her runabout, the black-painted U.S.S. Gladiator, out of warp and begins her approach run towards the Coronado. [18:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:08] 12=.\ction= Coronado continues to hold position, docked to the Pearl repair facility. The Starfleet group is beginning to break up a bit in an effort to scan the area around the border for Omega activity. [18:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:08] 7> ::gets up from her table, gathering her mountain of pads and starts off:: +taps+ yes , sir [18:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:08] <|LCxx_Tal|> +com+ U.S.S. Coronado... this is the Federation assault runabout Gladiator. [18:08] 7> ::clears up Oswald's plate:: [18:08] RR> ::arrives at his Ready Room and takes a seat behind the desk:: [18:09] +com+ Go ahead Gladiator. ::barely recognizes the voice:: [18:09] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:09] TL> ::enters TL as he hears the comm badge:: +taps+ On my way, Major. Curcio out. Computer, whisk us to the major, will you? ::smirks, seeing how well the computer will take that command:: [18:09] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:09] M>::sits patiently in sickbay waiting for the EMH to finish Barnes's job:: [18:10] 6> ::slowly exits the TL she was on and slowly walks towards Ironside's office, mummbling to herself:: this can't be good, this can never be good... [18:10] *** CdtSorensen has joined #uss-coronado [18:10] M> ::looks over the pods, as if he'll find something that hasn't already been found:: [18:10] 6> ::leans back and looks over the cutaway view of the Coronado on the wall display to his left, his mind still working at finding room to put the new Spectres:: [18:10] <|LCxx_Tal|> +com+ Is that Lt. Bentall? [18:10] M> EMH> ::Looks at the Chief Engineer:: Unfortunately with Dr. Barnes, I can't continue anything, but these scans will help in determining your cause of illness. [18:10] <|LCxx_Tal|> ::grins broadly:: [18:10] RR> +taps+ Lieutenant Dejat, report to my Ready Room, on the double. [18:10] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:10] 6> ::enters the corridor opposite Oswald:: Cadet. ::nods:: [18:10] M>::looks at the hologram with a cold Vulcan stare:: Thank you doctor. Computer deactivate the EMH. [18:10] M>::looking at the scans of the stasis pod:: [18:11] M> ::looks up:: +taps+ En route, sir. ::nods to Daren with a look that sarcastically says, 'Duty calls' and hustles out:: [18:11] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:11] 6> ::looks at Curcio and smiles, slightly:: anychance this could be a good thing? [18:11] +com+ ::pauses:: Commander Bentall actually. I've had a couple of promotions recently. Would this be Commander Tal? ::asked in a hesitant manner:: [18:11] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:11] M> ::stands next to Dejat:: We've been over and over these things...it is still perplexing [18:11] <|LCxx_Tal|> +com+ Mr. Bentall, you remembered. I'm touched. [18:11] M> ::nods to Dejat:: [18:11] *** LTJgScott has quit IRC (Ping timeout ) [18:11] M>::walks out of sickbay and enters turbolift:: Engineering. [18:11] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:11] RR> ::steps in, looking slightly out of breath, but covering it well:: Sir? [18:11] <|LCxx_Tal|> ::spurs the runabout onward, pushing the engines to full impulse:: [18:11] 6> ::smiles:: Perhaps it is about our new Spectres? ::grins, hoping:: After you, Zunite. ::waves toward the door:: [18:12] <|LCxx_Tal|> +com+ Tal from Gladiator, permission to dock? [18:12] M> I guess I'll get all I have from these pods, ::closes PADD, turns to see TPrax:: [18:12] RR> ::looks up, a reserved expression on his face:: Hello, Commander. Have a seat. ::sets down a PADD:: [18:12] +com+ I had to learn to remeber the crew Commander. I was CO of this fine ship for about four months. Things have changed. I take it you'd like to dock? [18:12] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:12] M> ::walks to the other side of Sickbay:: Greeting Lieutenant TPrax... [18:12] 6> so kind of you... ::presses the bell:: [18:12] RR> ::looks at the seat, a bit wary of the Captain's tone, but ultimately sits:: Is there a problem? [18:12] <> [18:12] 6> Come in. ::looks up and nods to the two as they enter:: Lieutenant, Cadet, please take a seat. ::motions to the chairs across from him:: [18:13] +tap+ Daren to Lieutenant TPrax... [18:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:13] 6> ::chuckles:: Always let the lower ranked get the browbeatings. Standard operating procedure. ::winks and walks in after Oswald:: [18:13] 6> ::takes a seat:: [18:13] 6> ::sits down:: [18:13] ::realizing the communications crossed one another:: +com+ Permission Granted Commander Tal. Welcome home. [18:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:13] RR> ::leans forward:: Tell me what you know about Renak Taj. What has he been doing for the last several years? [18:13] *>::exits turbolift and heads down to Slipstream Engineering:: +taps+ Yes? [18:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:13] +taps+ Bentall to LoraKor [18:14] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:14] +tap+ Lieutenant, do you have a moment or two I was hoping to resolve a few issues with you, I realize Engineering is quite busy, it won't take but a minute. [18:14] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:14] RR> ::frowns a bit:: +taps+ Lora Kor here, Commander. [18:14] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:14] <|LCxx_Tal|> ::chuckles and throws the runabout into a loop that brings her in line with the Coro's shuttle bay, though still several minutes out:: +com+ Roger that, Coronado. And... ::grins:: Congradulations... Commander Bentall. [18:14] <|LCxx_Tal|> <> [18:14] 6> ::leans forward a bit, placing his hands on the desk:: As you've no doubt heard, I've appealed to headquarters to allocate a further Spectre wing to the Coronado. Whether or not we receive those fighters, however, is dependent on the Captain's recommendation. [18:15] SE> ::enters Slipstream and begins to over see the repairs to the hull:: +taps+ Come to Slipstream Engineering. ::closes the channel:: [18:15] +taps+ Sorry to interupt Captain but I figured you would want to know this. Commander Tal is docking with the ship as we speak. Would you like to speak with her when you're done there? [18:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:15] *** CdtSorensen has left #uss-coronado [18:15] *** CdtSorensen has joined #uss-coronado [18:15] 6> ::nods and keeps listening:: [18:15] RR> ::raises an eyebrow, curiousity and defensiveness for his friend appearing, but refrains from speaking until Lora Kor is done speaking:: [18:15] 6> ::nods:: [18:15] M> +tap+ On my way... [18:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:15] 6> As things stand, he won't recommend the new fighters, due to the fact that in order to take on the Spectres, we would have to offload the cargo shuttle and four personell shuttles, to him, an unnaceptable trade. [18:15] *** CdtSorensen has left #uss-coronado [18:15] RR> ::chuckles:: +taps+ Yes, absolutely, Commander. Thank you. Captain out. ::turns back to Dejat and indicates he should continue:: [18:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:16] * |LCxx_Tal| brings the runabout to within 50,000 km of the ship and slows to half impulse. [18:16] ::walks out into the turboloft:: Deck 15 [18:16] 6> ::looks slightly crestfallen:: Oh. [18:16] RR> From when we've spoken--which is rare in and of itself- -he's still doing what he's always done. Aiding those in need. [18:16] TL> +tap+ Daren to Lt Ian... [18:16] +com+ Thank you Commander. When you've docked and stowed your gear please come to the bridge. The Captain will see you when he's free. Bridge out. [18:16] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:16] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:16] 6> :;frowns:: so we have to find space within the ship? [18:16] M>::Notices something in the scan, taps a button:: [18:16] SE> ::begins to tap into his the extent of the damage to the Slipstream drive:: Cadet schwarz, Ens. Taylor, and Dr. Drenxi, status on the console repairs? [18:16] M>+taps+Ian here. [18:16] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:17] * |LCxx_Tal| brings the runabout even closer in and watches as the great clamshell doors begin to part. [18:17] 6> Taking care of the cargo shuttle isn't a problem. I'm removing one of the medium atmospheric transport components from storage and placing the cargo shuttle there. ::nods to Oswald:: Exactly. We need to find room for both the four Spectres, and the four personell shuttles, without losing launch capability. [18:17] RR> ::nods:: Nothing illegal that you know of? [18:17] <> [18:17] ::picks up the shift report and signs off on it then returns to reading over the repair status report:: [18:17] RR> ::smirks:: Illegal according to who? [18:17] *** ObsRagarok is now known as |L2xx_tr`Onto| [18:17] <|LCxx_Tal|> ::chuckles:: Wonder if they'd mind me executing emergency landing plan... B? [18:18] RR> ::quietly:: Lieutenant, we have good reason to believe that Renak Taj is either a kidnapper or a slaver. The people in those locked pods are kidnap victims, most from the area around Vulcan. Now please, answer the question. [18:18] +tap+ Lieutenant, I'll be a bit indisposed for a while, I would like you to head the investigation into the stasis pods from a Security standpoint as well as analyze the situation with the Omega group. [18:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:18] 6> ..and the main shuttlebay is already full, isn't it? What about the other bays on Deck 14? [18:18] * |LCxx_Tal| eases the runabout forward, restraining from using the thrusters as the tractor beams guide the Gladiator in slowly. [18:18] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> Courier> +com+ This is Starfleet Intelligence Courier Blacklight requesting permission to beam aboard. [18:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:19] 6> ::shakes his head:: The secondary bays aren't equipped to handle the Spectres, and they're allready at capacity as they are, and can't take on new personell shuttles. [18:19] <|LCxx_Tal|> ::frowns, having intercepted and overheard the transmission from the Blacklight:: [18:19] RR> ::grows serious, a rarity:: Captain, Renak Taj saved the lives of many former Obsdian Order agents when he rescued us in a much similar fashion just before the other half of the Order began hunting us down. Those he didn't "kidnap" as you put it were killed. With all due respect, one should keep in mind the perspective of kidnaper...and would be murderer. [18:19] TL> +tap+ I'll be available later for your report, and Thank You, Daren Out... [18:19] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:19] 6> ::frowns:; no ideas at all? [18:20] * |LCxx_Tal| sets the runabout down and quickly jumps out. [18:20] ::raises an eyebrow:: +com+ This is the Executive Officer. Please state your purpose for boarding. [18:20] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:20] SE> {{These repairs are taking a toll on this ship, and I can't do anything about it. Why? Has my logic failed me? And how is it that all the spare parts at Utopia Planetia are no longer available. I must contact Cmdr. Trolious again. There must be something there.}} [18:20] 6> ::frowns:: Hm. ::ponders:: [18:20] *** |LCxx_Tal| is now known as LCxx_Tal [18:20] 15> ::walks out toward slipstream engineeing:: [18:20] RR> ::frowns and stands:: Mr. Dejat, can I get you something? [18:20] 6> ::motions to the PADDs across his desk and the cutaway display on the wall viewer:: I've pooled as much information on the ship as possible Cadet, but I don't think anything will be able to match your knowledge of the ship's systems, layout, and capabilities. [18:20] SB> ::heads for and enters the TL:: Main Bridge. [18:20] M>Already there. [18:20] RR> ::looks puzzled a moment, then realizes what he's referring to:: Kanar, if you don't mind. [18:21] SE> ::enters Slipstream Enginneering, looks around for LT TPrax and finds him:: Ah, Lieutenant there you are [18:21] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> Courier> +com+ I request to speak with your Marine commander. Nothing serious, just new crew coming aboard. [18:21] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:21] RR> ::nods heads to the replicator:: One kanar, one Guinness Stout. ::removes both beverages and pushes Dejat's to him:: [18:21] 6> ::looks to Oswald and then down at the PADDs:: [18:21] RR> ::nods his thanks and accepts the drink, taking a healthy swallow and breathing slowly to enjoy the flavor:: [18:21] +com+ Permission granted. Report to the Marine Commander immediatley upon beam in. I'll inform him of your arrival. [18:21] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:21] * LCxx_Tal has her only bag slung across her shoulder, its contents PADDs upon PADDs. She is also still in her Romulan officer's uniform. [18:21] SE>:: continues to work:: Can we be quick about this Lt. I have a hull breach to repair, consoles and bulkheds to replace, and a medical condition that I must rid myself of. [18:21] +taps+ Bentall to Ironside [18:21] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:22] 6> ::sits back in his chair as he hears the commbadge:: [18:22] 6> ::leans back in his chair, still waiting for a response from Oswald:: +taps+ Ironside. [18:22] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:22] ::steps out onto the bridge, her Rihannsu uniform a stark contrast amongst the many Starfleet uniforms present:: [18:22] RR> ::drops back into his chair:: Commander, our concern is that there's no real reason for those stasis pods. And there are a couple of things I haven't told you yet. [18:22] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> Courier> +com+ Acknowledged. ::demat/remat to the Coronado transporter room:: [18:22] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:22] 6> :;blushes:: I guess I there's a few things that could be rearranged to give a bigger hanger... [18:22] SE> ::nods of course:: What I am attempting to do is to reconstruct the events that led up to the incident in Seventh Heaven...and I was hoping for your input from your perspective... [18:23] RR> First, one of the... people in stasis is a Horta. Stasis is actively dangerous to Horta. ::pauses, growing troubled:: Second, one of the other victims is a Kriosian metamorph, no more than a year old. [18:23] +taps+ Hello Major. I've got a Starfleet Intelligence Courier beaming aboard. He's been told to report to you immediately. Please advise if he doesn't arrive in a reasonable amount of time. [18:23] RR> She's not even sentient yet... but she is very valuable. [18:23] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:23] SE> ::looks up at Daren. There is an actual expression of perplexed on his face:: What incident? [18:23] ::looks about for a moment and then sees Bentall:: Do I have to salute you now? ::grins and moves towards the XO:: [18:23] 6> ::nods at Oswald:: I posed the idea to the Captain, but I couldn't find a way to move any of the facilities surrounding the shuttlebay without reducing our operating capacity. [18:23] RR> ::takes a long draught of Guinness, then puts it firmly aside:: Why would Renak Taj be rescuing such as her? [18:23] 6> ::whispers to an aside to Oswald while Ironside is occupied:: Is there anyway to remount the tractor clamps on the upper deck twelve side of the bay? [18:24] 6> +taps+ Intelligence? ::ponders that for a moment:: Very well. Thank you Commander. [18:24] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:24] RR> What else do you know about her? [18:24] << ::pulls the "to" out from his last sentence:: >> [18:24] M> ::looks back over the scan:: hmm looks like a break [18:24] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> TR> Computer, what is the location of the Marine Commander? [18:24] SE> ::steps out of the way of an Engineering Cadet:: The occasion of you firing several phser shots in the direction of Mr. Dalton and well as Cadet Oswald... [18:24] ::turns as the lift doors part and spots Tal:: Good to see you again Commander. And no you don't have to salute. I never expected to get promoted so fast. Or to be the XO of this fine ship. ::looks at the PADD in her hand:: I take it those are your transfer orders? [18:24] 6> ::shakes her head:: I have to check... but I think it would endanger hull stability there... [18:25] RR> ::turns on the PADD and slides it over:: Female Kriosian empathic metamorph, age 16 months. Still in her embryonic stage, she's the first to be born in 26 years. Typically, there is only one per generation. Typically, they are married off to form political alliances important to the Kriosians. [18:25] ::nods:: Signed by Admiral ... ::glances at the PADD:: ... Wall... er... by a notable Starfleet Admiral. [18:25] 6> ::nods:: Your engineering experience is more up to date. Hm, shelve that idea for now.. ::looks back to Ironside:: [18:25] TR> Computer> Major Ironside is located on Deck Six, section 12, Commandant's office. [18:25] SE> Do you reall doing that Lieutenant? [18:26] RR> Her name translates as "songbird." I can assure you that the Kriosians are frantic to find her. She was stolen a little less than a month ago, right of Krios. [18:26] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> <> [18:26] SE> ::Puts his PADD down:: Lt. Daren, I am not a person that appreciates jokes. Humor is a concept Vulcans do not grasp. Furthermore, why are you interrupting important work to play games with me? I am not amused. ::picks up his PADD and walks to antoerh part of Slipstream Engineering:: [18:26] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> TR> ::seemingly having the Coro specs memorized, heads straight for Deck six:: [18:26] ::entends the PADD and her hand:: Good to see you, Commander. We shall have to catch up at some point. Dinner, perhaps? [18:26] RR> ::furrows his brow in thought:: There was an incident involving a Kriosian metamorph with Starfleet sometime back, was there not? [18:26] ::grins:: Admiral Wallace your were about to say. We've met. He's the reason why I CO'd the Coro for four months. Least until we cured Captain LoraKor. ::grins again:: As I said alot has happened since you left. [18:26] 6> ::rubs his chin:: The Captain mentioned moving the Hornet fighters to the Workbee launch bays, but I'm not sure if the bays can be altered to house them. [18:26] RR> ::nods:: A Starfleet vessel was involved in transporting the last one to her wedding, yes. [18:26] 6> ::whispers to Curcio:: it might be an idea actually... if we could use moblie sheild generators to restablize the areas needed... but they're normally only used as a temporary solution... [18:27] SE> ::follows the Lieutenant:: uhm, Lieutenant I assure you it is no joke...would you like to see the Security Logs? [18:27] ::nods:: +taps+ Mr. Dalton, this is Commander Velorna Tal. I believe that you have a package for me. [18:27] ::smiles:: Dinner would be fine. Take a seat. The Captain is a little busy right now with Commander Dejat. [18:27] 6>:;looks at Ironside:: that would be possible... take some doing though... [18:27] RR> I understand that there is another on Krios approaching maturity. We're checking to see if she's been interfered with in any way. No word yet. [18:27] 6> ::types out on a PADD "simulate it later" and passes it to Oswald:: Alright. What's in use around the bays? ::looks up to the ship layout display:: [18:27] ::merely nods at Bentall and awaits a response to her call:: [18:27] <|L2xx_tr`Onto|> 6> ::enters the room and looks around:: [18:28] *** |L2xx_tr`Onto| is now known as L2xx_tr [18:28] *** L2xx_tr is now known as L2xx_tr`Onto [18:28] SE> ::looks down at his PADD just a second then back up again:: I saw you in Sickbay earlier...are you feeling well? [18:28] +taps+ Miss Tal? [18:28] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:28] ::smiles and shifts back into a forward facing position and resumes looking over the status reports:: [18:28] 6> :;frowns and thinks:: well there are all the Marine ready rooms and stuff... [18:28] ::casts glances about and realizes that she is being watched by many... her Romulan clothing clearly drawing unwanted attention:: [18:28] SE> ::faces Daren again:: Accessing the logs, locating the time index, and playing that time index would take time. Time that I can not waste. Now if you will excuse me, I have work that requires my attention. And should I fail to attend to them, this ship may come a part when we attempt warp. ::walks off, ending the conversation for now:: [18:28] 6> Start coming up with as many ideas as possible, and record them in a central file. ::looks up as an intelligence officer enters without knocking, then back down at Curcio and Oswald:: If you two will excuse us, I'll join you later to see what you've come up with. [18:29] 6> ::turns around and sees the intelligence officer:: Thank you, Major. ::stands up:: [18:29] RR> ::considers this:: Taj is not a foolish or uncautious man, Captain. He has at least as many skills as I do. He would know what he was getting into and the only reason he would be carrying these...passengers around woud be to some positive end. He does not work for profit. All he requests is finances to support his freight and himself. He isn't out to be rich, just to do right. [18:29] 6> ::nods and stands:: [18:29] +taps+ Yes, Mr. Dalton. I shall explain all as soon as possible, but for now, the package, please. [18:29] ::walks up to Ironside and gives a sharp salute:: Major, I am Second Lieutenant Darius tr'Onto, formerly of Starfleet Intelligence. [18:29] 7> +taps+ Miss Tal ... hmm, have we been acquainted? [18:29] 6> ::gives a brisk nod and toward tr'Onto and exits the Commandant's office:: [18:29] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:29] SE> ::watched as the Lieutenant leaves:: Hmmmmm ::makes some notes in his PADD:: [18:29] M>::almost shakes her head but realizes:: okay that's the code. [18:29] 6> thank you major ::leaves the room fter Curcio:: [18:29] ::notes the look at the rest of the bridge crew and grins:: Don't worry Commander. ::raises his voice:: This is Commander Tal. She was the XO of this ship and she has recently returned from a classified mission. Now that you know you may resume your duties and stop staring. [18:30] *> ::exits Seventh Heaven with the package, heading towards a 'lift:: [18:30] RR> These passengers are fairly profitable when looked at from a slaving perspective. Have you considered the possibility that he rescued them and is trying to return them? [18:30] ::looks at Ironside with strange pupilless eyes, and having obviously Romulan features:: [18:30] +taps+ I am on the bridge, Mr. Dalton. And please do not play around. Or shall I remind you that I was first officer of this vessel for nearly four months after her launch. [18:30] SE> {{Ai'isha, I require your assistance}} [18:30] 6> ::starts strolling down the corridor:: So, let's see.. Reinforced tractor clamps, moving the workabee shuttle bays around. Isn't there a cargo bay near there? Perhaps we could borrow some space in that respect.. [18:30] 6> ::nods as the two marines leave, then looks back at the Lieutenant and returns the salute crisply:: Welcome aboard, Lieutenant. What can I do for you? [18:30] RR> If it were just the sentients, I might be inclined to think that way, Commander... with the metamorph, though... [18:30] M> {{What's the matter, Imzadi?}} [18:30] RR> ::nods slowly:: Mr. Dejat... my duty forces me to ask: it is possible that we will have to arrest Renak Taj... charge him with some very serious crimes. If we do... ::leaves the unspoken question hanging:: [18:31] 6> Several reasons. Your crew replacements are onboard my courier, and I am here to join your Marines. [18:31] 6> ::nods:; but you couldn't really launch anything from it... [18:31] SE> ::steps out of the way, observing the repairs:: [18:31] *> +taps+ Well, as Mr. Bentall can tell you, being a civilian, I rarely listen to any orders given me. ::slight playful tone in his voice:: [18:31] 6> ::looks up as he walks by the sickbay:: Isn't it ironic that the Marine gym is located right next to the sickbay? ::grins:: [18:31] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:31] SE> ::watches the Pearl maintanence teams weld some new hull plates into place:: {{Lt. Daren is hindering my work, could you please get him out of my work space?}} [18:32] RR> ::is clearly not comfortable with the situation:: I will not be happy about it, and I will do what is lawfully in my power to save Taj...but my loyalties lie with Starfleet now. My oath and my uniform bond me to you and this ship as tight as my oath does to the surviving members of my escape group. [18:32] 6> ::looks the Lieutenant over with his eyes, noting details:: Were you a field operative in Intelligence, Mr. tr'Onto? [18:32] 6> I guess... never really thought about it... I actually try really hard never to end up in sickbay.. [18:32] 6> ::looks back down at the PADD:: Ah, but how long would it be to restructre the cargo bay to be an extension to the Hornet Repair Bay? [18:32] ::casts a glance at Bentall as if to say, "He doesn't change much, does he?":: [18:32] ::nods an affirmative to Daltons comment at Tal:: He can be most annoying at times but indispensible at others. ::grins:: [18:32] M>{{Sorry, Imzadi. I"m alittle busy at the moment for that. otherwise what he's saying is the truth. ::hope he gets the hint::}} [18:32] 6> That I was, sir. I defected from Romulan forces not too long ago and they were eager to put me in the field as soon as they could. [18:32] ::exits the lift and steps onto the Bridge:: [18:32] ::shakes her head and again notices the junior officers on the bridge staring at her:: [18:32] 6> ::arrives in front of the marine lounge and steps in:: [18:33] RR> ::nods and slumps a bit:: Very good, Commander. I'm told by the doctor that Renak will be awakening soon. Would you be so kind as to go down there and speak with him when he does? [18:33] ::walks down to Tal and hands her the PADD:: Here you are. [18:33] ::turns to Bentall:: If it's not too much to ask, can I get a proper uniform here? [18:33] SE> ::walks out of Slipstream Engineering and enters turbolift:: Deck One, Main Bridge! [18:33] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:33] RR> ::nods and stands, but before he leaves he turns back:: Captain, one bit of advice. [18:33] ::steps out of the bridge and nods to the Ensign at Tactical:: [18:33] RR> ::looks up, amused despite himself:: Yes, Commander? [18:33] 6> :;follows curcio:: not as long as it would take to redo emergency bays into workbee bays... [18:34] SE> ::puts his PADD down again:: {{Okay...Will someone tell me what exactly is going on? Why have I been harrassed about some incident I do not even recall?}} ::taps his PADD trying to keep his temper in his current condition:: [18:34] 6> ::motions toward a table:: Ah, but then we loose the emergency capacity of the emergency bay, no? ::smiles:: [18:34] ::turns back to Dalton:: Thanks for your service - you will be well paid. [18:34] ::stands and turns to glare at the Junior Bridge Officers before responding rather loudly:: By all means. You can use my office to change. It's near the access hall on deck 2. [18:34] I'm sure I will. ::smiles, leaning forward and planting a small kiss on Tal's neck:: [18:34] RR> Taj...is rather difficult to catch. We had a Keldon- class Tactical Cruiser chasing us, equipped with some of the finest sensor equipment and weaponry that exists, not to mention engines much faster than Taj's old freighter. It didn't catch us. [18:34] ::grins:: Do you still have that stash of Romulan Ale in Seventh Heaven? [18:34] 6> :;sighs:: I always said these ships were poorly designed... [18:34] It's nice to see you again, by the way. [18:34] 6> So you've been formally trained in weapons usage, hand to hand combat and the like then. Good ::nods to himself and draws up a list on his terminal screen:: Squadron six's squadron leader was recently killed in action, and I require someone to take his place. Are you prepared to lead a ten-man force into battle? [18:35] ::smiles at Dalton:: Greeting Mr. Dalton. Haven't seen you up here much lately. [18:35] ::looks across the bridge and see's the romulan, does a double take:: [18:35] ::looks at Bentall:: Yes, I've been rather busy playing host. [18:35] RR> I'm not suggesting increased security if you try to catch him. I'm suggesting that you don't even bother. [18:35] 6> ::nosd:: That I am. I served for a long time in the Romulan Special Forces on a number of ground missions even before my time at SFI. [18:35] 6> Well, we do have a marine contingent aboard and that puts a strain on things. [18:35] ::smiles:: And playing courier by the looks of things. ::noting the package with a shake of his head:: [18:36] ::to Tal:: And yes, ale has become a bit easier to acquire lately, actually. [18:36] SE> ::notices the mental silence, and realizes that Aurel turned him off:: [18:36] RR> ::nods:: Unfortunately for Renak, I've already caught him. The only questions now are whether he's guilty, and what I do with him if he is. General Order 20 gives me rather sweeping powers in that regard, I'm afraid. [18:36] ::walks up to the Romulan Officer near the Executive Officer:: Greetings, I'm ::pause:: Lieutenant Daren, Cheif of Security, and you are... ::grin:: ? [18:36] 6> ::grins evilly:: yea if we didn't have one we wouldn't be having this problem in the first place.. [18:36] RR> ::smirks, despite the weight of the situation:: You mean, you think you've caught him. [18:36] 6> Excellent. ::taps a few notes into the terminal and stands, extending his hand:: Welcome aboard, Lieutenant. [18:36] ::smiles at Bentall:: Well, I only play postal service for the very special people. [18:36] RR> ::nods, chuckling:: Voice of experience. But in this case, I believe I'll take your advice. Thank you, Commander. [18:36] 6> ::sets a PADD on the table in front of Oswald:: Here. ::points at the access from the main shuttlebay to the shuttle repair bay:: That has enough clearance to fit two shuttles. [18:36] ::stares coldly at the Lt, but with mirth in her eyes:: Enarrain Velorna Tal, Romulan Intelligence, commonly known as the Tal'Shiar. [18:36] ::smiles at Daren:: Lieutenant Daren this is Lieutenant Commander Tal. Former XO of this ship. [18:37] 6> ::extends his hand as well:: Thank you, sir. It is an honor, I specifically requested the Coronado and am happy to have gotten the post. [18:37] RR> ::nods, and turns out of the Ready Room, then enters the TL:: Sickbay. [18:37] RR> +taps+ Lora Kor to Bentall. [18:37] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:37] ::smiles:: This ship? Really? ::extends his hand:: Very good to meet you... [18:37] ::winks at Dalton, hoping to get him to play along:: [18:37] 6> Since it is a repair bay, nothing will be launching from there on urgent notice, so we could theoretically "block up the entrance" and move the shuttles out when need be. [18:37] +taps+ Bentall here Captain. [18:37] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:37] M>{{You had a sort of nervous break down. and for some reason you shot at Mr. Dalton....::pauses::}} [18:38] Oh yes, she's known as the "Eviscerating Enarrain" back amongst her people. [18:38] 6> It will be more work for the shuttlebay crew, ::nods to Oswald::, but that's two shuttles right there. [18:38] ::gives Tal a 'Best I could do on such short notice' look:: [18:38] *>::pauses outside of Slipstream Engineering:: {{Pardon Ai'isha? I did what?}} ::slowly continues to the turbolift:: [18:38] ::turns to Bentall and waits for him to finish the discussion with the Captain:: [18:38] 6> ::lets a hint of a smile play across his face as he releases the Lieutenant's hand:: We're lucky to have a man of your covert experience onboard, tr'Onto. I'll have quarters assigned to you right away. [18:38] 6> A bit of a risk though, you'll be moving a lot of shuttles into and out of the repair bay, plus the traffic through the access may be trouble.. [18:38] <> [18:38] RR> +taps+ Commander, assemble a small away team to take charge of Renak Taj's ship. I'd like her completely shut down, and then moved to a random area nearby. I'd then like to separate some of his stasis pods. Transport the metamorph to the Yamato, and the Horta to the Tripoli. [18:38] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:38] 6> ::nods:: Thank you, the other reinforcements will arrive shortly upon clearance from you and the Captain. [18:38] ::chuckles:: I am Lt. Commander Velorna Tal, Starfleet Intelligence... and you have my old job. ::winks:: [18:39] M>{{You attmepted to shot Mr. Dalton. Do you have any idea why?}} [18:39] +taps+ Understood Sir. Would you care to see Commander Tal now? [18:39] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:39] M> ::arrives back in sickbay, looking about:: Doctor? [18:39] ::nudges Tal:: {{ Interesting things contained upon that PADD. }} [18:39] RR> +taps+ Yes, please. Thank you. [18:39] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:39] TL> ::enters turbolift:: Bridge. {{No I do not. Why would I shoot at Mr. Dalton?}} [18:39] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:39] +taps+ She's on her way. Bentall out. [18:39] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:39] 6> Good. We're on a standard training regiment at the moment. Report to the gymnasium tomorrow at 0630 and I'll introduce you to your squadron. [18:39] RR> ::stands up and sets he and Dejat's mugs into the replicator, hits recycle, then orders up a mug of tea:: [18:40] ::turns to Bentall:: Sir, if I may... [18:40] 6> ::drums his fingers across the table:: Hm.. [18:40] ::looks at Tal:: Commander. The Captain would like to see you know. He';s in his ready room. [18:40] *** Cdt_Oswald has quit IRC (Ping timeout ) [18:40] ::turns sharply to Dalton:: {{I - I heard you, Dalton.}} ::grins:: [18:40] 6> ::brings his hand up in a salute:: Dismissed, Lieutenant. [18:40] ::looks at Daren:: Talk to me while we head to the transporter room. +taps+ Bentall to Ironside [18:40] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:40] 6> ::salutes and exits the room:: [18:40] 6> ::looks over at Oswald:: Oh, delightful time to fall asleep on me. ::shakes his head and grins:: [18:40] 6> ::sits down again:: +taps+ Ironside. [18:40] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:40] M> I should be asking him if he remembers. {{I had a nervous breakdown of sorts, Mr Dalton helped me to sickbay. you saw me and left for some reason suddenly. Then I hear about you trying to shot him. Were you jealous of my new friend?}} [18:40] ::moves to the Captain's Ready Room and rings the doorbell:: [18:40] ::smiles back at Tal, then takes a seat in a vacant chair on the Bridge:: [18:41] ::exits the TL and walks onto the bridge, almost stepping on a woman in a Romulan uniform:: Pardon me. [18:41] Sir, ::hands him the PADD::, the Captain appears busy....here is my uncompleted report into the Seventh Heaven incident...you should note that in the end I have suggested a meeting between myself, the captain, and the Lieutenant...and you are welcome as well if you'd like to attend ::grin:: [18:41] 6> ::yawns and leans back in his seat, PADD in hand:: [18:41] +taps+ Major, can you spare a marine for a short away mission? We're beaming over to Taj's ship and I'd like an armed escort just in case. ::heads for the turbolift:: [18:41] ::raises an eyebrow at the Vulcan:: Be more careful, Lieutenant. [18:41] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:41] Barnes> M> Hello, Commander Dejat. ::pauses, frowning:: He's awake, and he's been asking for you. [18:42] ::after Bentall:: Don't go getting shot now, Commander. [18:42] {{Ai'isha, I believe you have lost your marbles, as the human expression goes:: Vulcans are normally careful Ms...? [18:42] M> ::nods:: May I see him please? [18:42] ::takes the PADD and nods:: I'l submit it to the Captain. [18:42] RR> ::looks up:: Enter! [18:42] The Lieutenant has been both very busy and non-cooperative in my investigation and I know this way important to the Captain [18:42] 6> ::rises and begins to head for the armoury:: +taps+ I'll join you myself, Commander. [18:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:42] Barnes> M> ::nods and waves Dejat toward the isolation ward:: [18:42] ::nods:: Understood. Care to join me on this away mission? [18:42] +taps+ Bentall to Ian [18:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:42] M>{{I have not. ::getting a little angry:: Look at the surveillance tape, Imzadi.}} [18:42] [18:42] ::glares harshly at Prax:: Tal, Lt. Commander. ::steps through the door which swishes shut behind her:: [18:43] M> ::thanks the Doctor and moves over to where Taj is:: Hello, Renak. ::smiles:: Seems your cargo has stirred up some controversy. [18:43] Captain Lora! You look well, sir. [18:43] 6> ::walks over to the replicator:: Iced tea, sweetened. ::slowly traverses his way back toward the table with the glass in hand:: [18:43] TR> ::beams back over to his courier:: [18:43] 10Renak Taj> M> ::looks up, attempting a sad smile:: I suspect so... is your Captain ready to hang me? [18:43] AT the moment I am free Sir, yes I can accompany the away team... [18:43] TL> ::enters the nearest turbolift:: Deck 4. [18:43] +taps+Ian here, Commander. How can I help you? [18:43] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:43] RR> I had heard of your illness... [18:44] RR> ::stands up, smiling and offering his hand:: Velorna Tal! You don't look half so starved as I would have expected... Rihan cuisine must agree with you. ::grins:: [18:44] M> ::chuckles:: No, not quite. But I suspect he's going to take charge of your freighter. I think I managed to keep him from executing you. ::grins, although a little falsely:: [18:44] 4> ::enters the armoury and dons a light combat suit, consisting of armoured plates over an insulated body glove, grabbing a type IIIa compression phaser rifle on his way out to compliment the standard PPP:: [18:44] +taps+ I would like the stasis pod with the metamorph transferred immiediatly to the Yamato and the Horta's pod to the Tripoli. We're trying to spread them out a bit. Bentall out. [18:44] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:44] ::chuckles:: I'm quite well, Captain. Though I admit that Vulcan foods are more to my liking. [18:44] 10Renak Taj> M> ::sighs sadly:: Oh, the things you must think about me now, Fornan... would you believe me if I told you that I was completely innocent, pure as the driven snow? [18:44] ::finally enters the turbolift:: Transporter room 1. [18:45] Or maybe a nice hamburger. ::chuckles:: [18:45] ::walks back to his Engineering station:: {{What an odd woman.}} ::turns his attention to his wife:: {{Ai'isha, if I had time I would. And do not get upset with me. I have done nothing to you. All I want for once is to get answers rather than being left to my won devices about attacks and such that I did not commit.}} ::thinks to himself:: [18:45] TL> ::enters, slinging the rifle over his shoulder:: Transporter room one. [18:45] +taps+ Understood Major. Meet us in Transporter room one please. [18:45] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:45] RR> ::laughs and indicates a chair:: Please, sit. What brings you out our way? I note with interest, by the way, your change of uniform. ::eyes twinkle:: [18:45] Courier> All right, everybody prepare for transport. You'll be assigned quarters and given assignments as soon as the Major there has time. Understood? [18:45] 6> ::begins writing suggestions and conclusions to submit to the Major and Captain:: [18:45] M> ::to self:: Men, Vulcans! [18:45] M> ::laughs shortly:: Not a chance. But I believe you're at least mostly innocent. Care to tell me the whole of it? [18:46] <> [18:46] <> [18:46] RR> ::drops her bag and sits, handing a padd with nearly all the information on the Quantum Fury to the Trill CO:: [18:46] ::to Bentall: What is the nature of the away mission Sir? I admit I have been a bit out of touch...been busy with the investigation [18:46] <> [18:46] Perhaps you'd best read over that, first. [18:47] TL> +taps+ ::as he rides the turbolift:: Captain Stampfer, the new marines have arrived by courier. Get them into quarters and into their new squadrons by the time I get back. ::exits and heads for the TR:: [18:47] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:47] < in front of everything I say and please forgive me... :P>> [18:47] RR> ::looks at the PADD briefly, eyebrows going way up:: I see you've been... errm... busy. I didn't realize you were... ::pauses, searching for the right word:: investigating our erstwhile sometime allies. [18:47] TL> ::arrive in the transporter room and steps up to the pad:: We're shutting Taj's ship down. As soon as we get over there I'd like you to check for security traps. Once your sure it's clear begins shutting down it's tactical and defensive systems. What there is of them at anyrate. [18:47] 10Renak Taj> M> ::sighs again and rubs his temples:: I've been working for [18:47] 10Renak Taj> M> ::sighs again and rubs his temples:: I've been working for Omega, Fornan. For almost a year now. [18:47] RR> ::chuckles:: Random shuttle accidents DO land you in some odd situations, sir. [18:48] M> ::raises his brow:: Why? That's not you, Renak. [18:48] ::continues to reroute power around the damaged conduits for his men to do the necessary work:: [18:48] 6> ::twiddles his thumbs as he rearranges the shuttle setup to place some in the access tunnel:: [18:48] TL> ::nods:: Understood sir ::checks his gear...phaser, tricorder, etc:: [18:48] TR>::enters the transporter room, notes Bentall on the pad, and steps up as well, unslinging the rifle:: [18:48] 10Renak Taj> M> Conditions in the Central Command became intolerable for me... my family's finances ruined... my lands taken... I found, with my reputation, that I had very few choices... ::laughs sadly:: Central Command did not take kindly when they discovered my activites with regard to you, and others. [18:49] TR> ::nods at the Major:: Energize Chief [18:49] M>::transports the stasis pod and other materials to their destinations, along with her notes ont eh stasis pod with help fromt eh transporter room:: [18:49] *** CRXO_Bentall is now known as [CRXO_Bentall] [18:49] RR> ::nods and sets the PADD aside, though pushing the corner here and there with one fingertip:: So, what are your plans? [18:49] *** LJTC_Daren is now known as [LJTC_Daren] [18:49] M> To be honest, I'm rather surprised they found out at all. But why the Omegans? Why not Starfleet? [18:49] 12=.\ction= Bentall and the awayt team beam over to the small ship. [18:49] *** MJMC_Ironside is now known as [MJMC_Ironside] [18:49] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::remat:: [18:49] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::remat:: [18:49] <[LJTC_Daren]> * ::materializes on the ship:: [18:49] RR> My purpose here is two-fold, sir. I've come to speak on behalf of the Fvullhajun Ra'Dhuil's crew - those former Starfleet officers, that is. [18:50] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::lets his eyes sweep over the interior of the small vessel:: [18:50] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::pops open his tricorder...:: Scanning... [18:50] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::whips out a tricorder to offset Daren tactical sweep:: Just going to check for security traps before we get started. [18:50] Courier> ::looking at the read-outs:: Alright, prepare for transport. I want you all ready to recieve your assignments and get to your posts as soon as possible. Let's show the Coro that we're efficient and well trained. [18:50] 6> ::stands up and slips the PADD under Oswald's arm:: [18:50] 10Renaj Taj> ::voice grows ironic:: Unfortunately, though Starfleet is a benevolent organization, they are not much given to charity. While they were willing to offer me a contract, they required that I provide some sort of goods for their credits... I needed stake money, something I did not have. [18:50] *** Hylar has joined #uss-coronado [18:50] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::turns to the right:: I'm detecting a narrow band security field in this direction... [18:51] 6> Hm, I wonder if that new ace pilot is in yet? ::walks out of the lounge toward his quarters:: [18:51] *>::heads for the tl:: [18:51] RR> ::stares at Lora:: I'm also here to warn you that the Romulans are about to go to war with the Ori and that if such a war goes badly, then the Confederation could be next on their hit list. [18:51] 10Renak Taj> M> Faced with so few options... I did what I had to do. Once I had built up my stake, I planned to expose them and walk away, but... ::voice trails off:: [18:51] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::nods:: Check it out will you. ::stays put until Daren gives the all clear:: [18:51] <[LJTC_Daren]> ...it could be connected to a internal defense system....running the analysis now [18:51] M> ::looks down, clearly disappointed:: I see. And what of the ones you were transporting this time? [18:51] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::watches the reading come back:: [18:52] *** Hylar has quit IRC (Quit: Leaving ) [18:52] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::lets the rifle sweep slowly through his forward 90 degree arc, his eyes sweeping out further:: [18:52] RR> ::leans back in her chair:: I'm also hoping that you might need me around here. ::looks around the ready room wistfully:: [18:52] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::looks at Ironside:: Major. While Daren and I deactivate this ship I wonder if you would be so good as to download it's logs for the official record and then snoop around for any other contraband. [18:53] 10Renak Taj> M> ::looks up, eyes bright, and grasps Dejat's arm:: Fornan, you have to believe me. I decided to run; I couldn't do this any more, not to innocents! I took the most valuable of Omega's prisoners and I ran! [18:53] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::nods:: Will do, Commander. ::prepares to move:: [18:53] *>::to self:: I wish he would understand or at least have some trust in me. ::sighs:: [18:53] 10Renak Taj> M> If your Captain will give me immunity, I will tell everything I know! Together, we can expose Omega! Bring it down! [18:53] <[LJTC_Daren]> This field is hooked up to sting pulses throughout the ship meant to stun intruders....I can deactivate it [18:53] ::to Ian:: {{Well, no one's perfect.}} [18:53] RR> ::laughs again, eyes twinkling:: Oh, I suspect we can find something for you to do around here. [18:53] <[CRXO_Bentall]> Please do Lieutenant. ::waits pateintly as Daren works:: [18:53] RR> +taps+ Lora Kor to Bentall. [18:53] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:54] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::grins slightly:: I think I've had enough experiences with electrical shocks for some time, Lieutenant. Please do. [18:54] <[CRXO_Bentall]> +taps+ Bentall here. [18:54] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:54] M> ::is momentarily surprised by the grip, but looks into Taj's eyes for a long moment:: I do. I do believe you. ::smirks, lightly:: You never could lie. ::considers:: I would like to arrange that, but I don't know how well I can. Lora Kor isn't big on kidnapping or those that aid in it, no matter their intentions. [18:54] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::modifies the tricorder to emit Cardassian lifesigns:: There...now to redirect the pulse... [18:54] RR> ::tries to contact Dalton via the telepathic link from earlier {{Can you still hear me?}} [18:54] Q> ::lies down on his bed and folds his hands across his waist:: Hm. ::closes his eyes as he ponders the situation about the space constraints:: [18:54] ::to Tal:: {{ Yes, of course. Do you require something? }} [18:55] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::moves the tricorder left and right:: Now I have to deactivate the field entirely...here it goes [18:55] Quarters> ::looks around:: Well, it's certainly better than a Rei'Krannsu ship... [18:55] RR> +taps+ Exec, when you return, would you be so kind as to log Lieutenant Commander Velora Tal back into Starfleet, reactivate her commission, and then... ::grins at Tal:: find something for her to do around here? [18:55] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:55] <[CRXO_Bentall]> +taps+ ::can't help but grin:: Understood Captain. How does Chief cook and bottle washer sound to you sir? [18:55] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:56] tl>Bridge::Smiles:: {{Good point. But I wish...}} [18:56] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::emits a feedback pulse from his trocorder which penetrates the field and deactivates it:: There...the ship's access is secure but I recommend extreme caution when attempting further searches... [18:56] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::over Bentall's channel, in the background:: The Marines always have boots that need polishing. [18:56] RR> ::grins:: {{No, just testing. I spent time in Romulan space working on my latent telepathic abilities. It seems that we Romulans are more powerfull than any have previously thought.}} [18:56] 10Renak Taj> M> Then you, as many others, leave me few choices... ::looks up:: I'll be forced to run, you know. Despite what he may think, your Captain cannot hold me. [18:56] <[LJTC_Daren]> ...there may be smaller independant fields that I cannot detect now. [18:56] RR> ::nods at Lora:: There is one other thing that I thought that you and Starfleet would like to know. [18:56] M> ::smirks:: He knows. But, you may not have to run. ::abruptly:: +taps+ Dejat to Lora Kor. [18:56] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:56] ::continues to work on the systems as best he can:: [18:56] {{ Well, that is interesting ... we'll have to find out just how strong the latent ability is, won't we? }} [18:57] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::nods:: Good work Lieutenant. Major, feel free. ::heads back to engineering:: Be aware gentlemen that in about 5 minutes or so this ship will be on battery power only. [18:57] RR> +taps+ Sounds perfectly suited to one of the Commander's talents. Thank you, Exec. Lora Kor out. [18:57] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:57] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::nods to Daren:: I'll keep a look out. ::walks over to a nearby computer terminal and starts interfacing with it through the integrated sensor suite in the suit's helmet, the readings displaying on the faceplate:: [18:57] ::takes tactical one from the ensign, while they take tac. 2:: [18:57] RR> +taps+ Lora Kor here, Commander Dejat. Go ahead. ::covers the combadge:: Welcome back, Velorna. ::smiles:: Would you excuse me? [18:57] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:57] ::senses anger from Ian, but does nothing:: {{If Aurel wants to be mad at me, then fine, I do not have time to console her}} [18:58] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::nods:: I'll head for the command area and begin powering down the tactical systems [18:58] RR> ::focuses her thoughts towards Lora:: {{The Romulans - including myself - have greatly increased their telepathic abilities. I thought that you should be warned.}} [18:58] Q> ::abruptly sits up and bangs his head on the top bunk:: Ow! ::rubs his head as he gets off the bed and paces the room:: [18:58] M> +taps+ Captain, would it be too much trouble to have you down in sickbay? We--Taj and I--need to speak with you on a matter of rather grave importance. [18:58] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:58] RR> ::nods and gasps with suddent exhaustion:: [18:58] RR> ::blinks, then looks up, frowning:: I understand... +taps+ I'd be happy to Commander. I'll be down in a moment. [18:58] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:58] {{ Hmm ... are you feeling all right? }} [18:58] Quarters> ::spins his head for a minute:: A minor elemental... here? [18:59] RR> ::on a hunch:: Will you follow me, Commander? +taps+ Mr. Dalton, would you be so kind as to join me in Sickbay? [18:59] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:59] M> ::turns back to Taj:: You won't need to run this time, Renak. [18:59] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::enters the small and cramped engineering area, approaches the computer terminal and begins the small warp core shutdown procedure, then transfers main power to the battery backups so the away team will have life support and lights:: [18:59] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> ::walks through a door to the ships rather small bridge area:: [18:59] ::exits his quarters and begins wandering:: [18:59] RR> ::stands and walks weakly out onto the bridge and sees Dalton:: No, Mr. Dalton... quite all right. [18:59] 10Renak Taj> M> ::flops backwards on the bed, obviously lost in thought:: [18:59] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::begins downloading the logs into the memory core of the sensor suite, careful to screen them for booby traps or viruses:: [18:59] +taps+ Oh, I DO hope you aren't feeling ill again, Captain. It would be such a pity. [18:59] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [18:59] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> ::runs his tricorder over the entire area, locating the Tactical Station:: [18:59] ::exits the RR, heads through the Bridge, notes Dalton with a small smile, and heads for the TL:: [19:00] ::stands up and walks towards Tal, then joins her in the turbolit:: [19:00] ::watches the Captain leave the bridge:: This report will never get filed. [19:00] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::having completed the download of the logs, begins to make his way through the rest of the small, cramped ship, using the sensor suite to search for furthur contraband or hidden compartments:: [19:00] TL> ::waits for the others, then looks up:: Sickbay. [19:00] Q> ::gets frustrated and goes to the shuttlebay himself to investigate his theory:: [19:00] <> [19:01] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::satisfied the core is shutting down returns to the command section:: How is it going Mr. Daren? [19:01] << he asked u to come w/ him >> [19:01] M> ::turns to Taj:: Do you have your escape planned yet? ::smirks, half-serious:: [19:01] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> ::turns and programs his tricorder to act as a Cardassian transltor for the computer displays:: [19:01] <<::has Tal beamed into the TL::>> [19:01] <[MJMC_Ironside]> <<::chuckles::>> [19:01] <[CRXO_Bentall]> <<::grins::>> [19:01] TL> Sick Bay ... Sick Bay. Now what could this be about ... ? [19:01] <> [19:01] TL> ::snaps his fingers:: I know! It's about Mr. Dejat's friend, the slave trader. [19:01] Ensign, take over for awhile. :;heads for the tl:: [19:02] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> +tap+ I'm just about finished, reading Cardassian was an unexpected bump in the road...I'll have the tactical array down in 45 seconds... [19:02] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:02] TL> ::slips into a turbolift:: Deck 12, Main Shuttlebay. [19:02] TL> ::looks at Dalton and grins:: Very good, Mr. Dalton. I have need of some of your rather... unique talents. Frigates do not come equipped with Counselors, and I'm afraid I have little talent for reading those who lie for a living. [19:02] ::watches Aurel leave the bridge:: [19:02] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::nods:: We're on battery power right now so we're almost done. ::turns to face the Major:: How about you Major? [19:02] TL> ::leans against the TL wall as her strength returns:: [19:02] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> ::walks to the tactical station:: Hmm not too many weapons on this thing ::looks at the tricorder for the translation and finds the deactivation sequence:: [19:02] TL> Well, hanging usually solves that, Captain. Dead men tell no tales. [19:02] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::carefully makes his way around a loose plasma conduit, sure to avoid getting singed by the leaking heat, still using the sensor suite to sweep the small corridor and adjacent rooms for any items of significance:: [19:03] TL> Though, I would miss Mr. Dejat. [19:03] <[MJMC_Ironside]> I'm carrying the logs, but I'm not finding any furthur contraband. [19:03] TL> ::picks a floor at random:: [19:03] TL> ::smiles back:: [19:03] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> ::enters deactivation sequence and powers down all phaser and defensive systems:: [19:03] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::nods:: Good. Another five minutes I believe and we can return to the ship. [19:03] TL> I think... *gasp* ... that my telepathic abilities still need much work... *gasp* [19:03] TL> ::chuckles and shakes his head, then glances at Tal:: You sure you wish to return? Look at what you've been missing... [19:03] SB> ::walks over to a console near the wall and kneels down:: [19:03] TL> ::frowns at Tal:: You shouldn't overexert yourself, my dear Miss Tal. [19:04] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> +tap+ Mission Accomplished, Sir. [19:04] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:04] SB> ::opens up a bottom drawer and pulls out a tricorder:: Aha. [19:04] TL> ::chuckles:: This ship... ::straightens out:: ... is my home. And you, sir, are as close a thing to a father that I think that I shall have for a long time. [19:04] TL> Stop. ::Thinks:: why am I doing this, running away?...Bridge [19:04] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::programs the computer to deactivate the batteries and itself upon dissapearance of the away team from internal sensors:: Captain said completley shut down. ::grins:: [19:04] <> [19:04] M> ::arrives near Sickbay and enters, trailing Dalton and Tal behind him:: Mr. Dalton, will you see Commander Tal's to the Doctor? This will only take a moment. [19:05] <[LJTC_Daren]> CommandSection> ::walks back toward the beam in point:: [19:05] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::returns to the beam in point and waits patiently for Ironside:: [19:05] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::arrives at the beam in location:: [19:05] M> Don't I get to interview the accused? ::escorts Tal to a biobed:: [19:05] M> ::sighs and looks around:: Where IS the Doctor? [19:05] M> Oh, who knows. He has a girl in every sector. [19:05] ::To Tal:: {{If you wish, I can give you Vulcan training for your telepathic abilities:: [19:05] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::arrives at the apparent quarters for Taj, and opens the door for a quick sweep:: [19:06] M> ::glances at Renak, then seems to dismiss him:: Presently, presently. ::turns to Dejat:: Mr. Dejat? [19:06] << ::=}}>> [19:06] M> ::picks up a medical tricorder and begins to scan Tal:: [19:06] M> ::glances off at Dalton and Tal:: How important is it to Starfleet that Omega be brought down, Captain? [19:06] SB> ::walks over to the access tunnel and starts to scan it with the tricorder:: [19:06] M> ::crosses his arms:: Why do you ask? [19:07] M> ::looks about:: I heard something... {{Who is this?}} [19:07] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::deciding that everything in the room is probably booby-trapped five times over, and not worth the risk, turns and returns to the beamin point:: [19:07] ::steps back off the tl:: Imzadi, we need to talk. [19:07] <[CRXO_Bentall]> Nothing left Major? [19:07] M> ::frowns at the readings:: Are you in telepathic contact with someone right now? [19:07] ::to Tal:: {{The Vulcan that bumped into you on the bridge. I am Lt. TPrax}} [19:07] M> ::nods:: That Vulcan... T'Prix? [19:08] <> [19:08] SB> ::slowly walks down the access tunnel, scanning in data:: [19:08] M> Because it may be a very real possibility. Is it worth forgiving a man of crimes he was in the middle of making amends for when he was found by his pursuers and forced into the arms of some others that he had no choice but to trust? Am I being obvious enough? [19:08] M> ::raises an eyebrow:: Well, tell him to keep quiet. He's interfering with my scans. [19:08] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::retracts the visor of the helmet:: I've located Taj's quarters, but everything has enough booby-traps on it it'll take a week to get all the visible ones. [19:08] ::doesn't look at Aurel:: We do not. And I do not have the time. ::looks at Aurel now:: I am much to busy with getting the ship ready for travel. ::to Tal:: {T P R A X, TPrax, not T'Prix. And there is no apostrophe in my name.}} [19:08] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::nods:: Alright. +taps+ Bentall to Coronado. Three to beam back. [19:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:08] <[LJTC_Daren]> ::looks around the darkened hallway:: [19:08] 12=.\ction= Bentall and the away team are beamed back to the ship. [19:08] <[CRXO_Bentall]> ::remat:: [19:08] M> ::looks over at Dejat and calls across Sick Bay:: Obvious, definitely. [19:09] *** [LJTC_Daren] is now known as LJTC_Daren [19:09] *** [CRXO_Bentall] is now known as CRXO_Bentall [19:09] M> ::frowns slightly:: As usual, you're not making much sense. ::looks over his shoulder at Dalton, then turns back to Dejat:: Perhaps you could explain? [19:09] TL> ::materialzes in the tranporter room:: [19:09] <[MJMC_Ironside]> ::Demat/remat:: [19:09] *** [MJMC_Ironside] is now known as MJMC_Ironside [19:09] < er TR> . [19:09] M> {{I am not... not fully developed yet, but your interferance is causing problems here in sickbay. We shall perhaps talk later.}} [19:09] M> ::glances at Taj for the go ahead:: [19:09] 10Renak Taj> M> ::starts to say something, then gets a good look at Lora Kor, then Dalton behind him, and thinks better of it:: [19:09] Major, one final request. Could you assign a Marine to take a shuttle out and tractor that ship into a clear space aways off from the ship? [19:09] SB> ::scans the repair bay end of the access tunnel:: [19:10] ::nods to Tal's answer:: +taps+ TPrax to Tal: Understood. [19:10] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:10] TR> ::walks to the nearest computer panel:: I've confirmed that the ship has been totally shut down since our lifesigns have leftit [19:10] M> ::frowns:: He is now reading all of my thoughts... corrected my pronunciation of his name. Do they even teach morals to telepaths anymore? [19:10] M> Well, you outrank him. I should think he will learn the lesson if given an order to do so. ::smiles:: [19:10] TR> ::nods, removing his helmet and slinging the rifle over his shoulder:: Right away, sir. ::heads towards the armoury:: [19:11] 10Renak Taj> M> ::looks at Dejat and nods quickly:: [19:11] No, now. ::hits delete on his screen and calls up the surveilance of hte incident:: [19:11] M> ::continues scanning:: Your body is not yet producing the required neural chemicals to handle the amount of telepathic contact you have been undergoing. Until your body produces the proper levels, you're going to have to take the expansion of your empathic abilities a little more slowly. [19:11] ::nods:: Thanks Major. ::enters the turbolift:: Bridge [19:11] SB> ::transmits the data to the Coronado's computer for analysis later:: [19:11] +taps+ Bentall to LoraKor [19:11] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:11] ::moves to another console:: Aurel, if you force me to, I will relieve you of duty. [19:11] TL> ::rides the lift to the bridge with the XO:: [19:11] M> ::chuckles:: That call must have been from him... I shall deal with him later. Who is his superior? [19:11] M> +taps+ Go ahead, Exec. [19:11] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:12] M> Unfortunately, he is the chief engineer. I suppose Mr. Bentall is. [19:12] M> ::turns his gaze back to Lora Kor:: Captain, difficulties back home--extreme difficulties the likes of which are rather difficult to understand to most of the Federation species--caused Renak to delve into activities he openly despised not a year before. He had no where else to turn to, and he tried. He came to Starfleet to ask for a "job." Ultimately, though, he couldn't get any of the necessary.... [19:12] TL> ::enters the TL:: +taps+ Ironside to Curcio. Taj's ship needs to be tractored into clear space away from the ship to reduce the collision possibility upon undocking from Pearl. Up for a tugboat duty? [19:12] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:12] ...stake, I suppose is the word, he needed. [19:12] +taps+ Your orders regarding the ship have been carried out Captain. Major Ironside is over seeing the final phase of them now. [19:12] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:12] SB> ::walks over to the repair bay console and pulls up the current layout:: [19:12] M> ::nods, arms still crossed:: Go on... [19:12] Imzadi, please listen to me. Watch the surveillance. Tell me that if that's you firing at Mr. Dalton or a changeling. [19:13] M> ::grabs Dalton:: Why do I keep feeling impressions about something called... "Omega"... the feeling is almost overwhelming. [19:13] ::walks out onto the bridge and notes Lieutenant TPrax:: Hello Mr. TPrax. How goes the repairs? ::sits down in his seat:: [19:13] ::steps out on the bridge and releaves the Ensign at Tactical:: [19:13] SB> +taps+ Tugboat duty? ::smirks:: If that's all I'm good for nowadays, Major. I'll be out there in two minutes. ::grins and turns back:: [19:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:13] M> ::nods over at Dejat:: Perhaps we should go listen. ::walks over behind Lora:: [19:14] M> Therefore, he turned to the Omegans. However, he only did minor jobs for them. After a time, though, he couldn't do it anymore. As I said, sir, Renak Taj is a good man, a decent man. That has never and will never change. He decided he'd make a stab at the Omegans in the only way he could and stole from them their most valuable slaves. His intention was beyond reproach: return them to whom they belonged. [19:14] M> ::hears Dalton's approach and turns to look at him, winking out of the corner of his eye, out of Dejat's sight before turning back to Dejat:: [19:14] ::begins tweaking the Tactical sensors to make detection of the Omega that much quicker:: [19:14] M> ::shakes her head:: There was sufficient empathic blocking on the Fury to protect those of us with latent abilities, those of us without proper training. But here... ::Stands and walks over towards Lora and Dejat:: [19:14] M> ::nods, arms still crossed:: And what's this about bringing Omega down? [19:14] 4> ::enters the armoury and begins returning the suit to the locker:: +taps+ ::a slight smirk in his voice:: Good. No need to send it catapulting into the void, just a new parking space. [19:14] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:14] M> ::crosses his arms, obviously not buying the story:: [19:14] ::decides that TPrax is so ingrossed in his coversation with Ian that he doesn't hear him:: [19:14] ::grunts at both Aurel and Bentall, not wanting to talk:: Lt. Ian, get out of my way. You are obstructing my duties. [19:15] M> ::to Tal:: Well, we'll be sure to work on building up your mental barriers. [19:15] SB> ::slips the tricorder into his pocket and looks around the main shuttlebay, his eyes resting on the Minerva shuttle:: +taps+ Acknowledged, Major. Curcio out. ::waves to the shuttlebay tech to get the Minerva ready:: [19:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:15] M> ::frowns:: Omega... Captain, Mr. Dalton... [19:15] ::raises an eyebrow:: Lieutenant, there are better ways to talk to your fellow officers. [19:15] M> I'm getting to that. As I was saying, even Renak Taj gets scraped before he can get away. This was the case with the Omegans. They found out about his "treachery," and managed to pursue him and cause significant damage to his freighter--the same freighter he's always done right with. He managed to slip away, but he was in too much trouble to continue his mission, so he found us. [19:15] ::looks over at TPrax, Ian, and Bentall:: How are you feeling? Lieutenant TPrax? [19:15] 4> ::having returned to his duty uniform, enters the turbolift again and heads for the bridge:: [19:16] M> Now, since I'm guessing that you've already begun returning the stasis pods to those they belong to, he wishes to be given immunity to charges in exchange for anything and everything he knows about Omega in order to bring it down. [19:16] SB> ::enters the shuttle and files clearance for the flight:: Ground crew clear? ::looks about the shuttle and powers up the thrusters:: [19:16] M> ::glances at Renak briefly before turning his attention back to Dejat:: [19:17] ::enters turoblift:: Engineering. ::decides to get off the bridge and away from the annoyances there:: [19:17] M> ::raises an eyebrow:: [19:17] M> ::clears her throst:: Captain... these Omegans almost destroyed the Fury a week ago... this sector, in fact... They might still be close at hand. [19:17] SB> ::maneuvers out of the shuttlebay and makes his way toward the ship:: [19:17] M> ::takes a half-step closer to Dejat:: Would he be willing to turn himself in and accept... protective custody... in exchange for this immunity? That's what it would take, you know. Omega probably already wants to kill him. [19:17] *** L2SL_Curcio is now known as [L2SL_Curcio] [19:17] :;shakes her head, walks back to tactical two, feeling hurt:: [19:17] ::watches TPrax go:: Hmmmm.. [19:17] ::gives T'Prax a frown as he nearly bumps into him in his haste to get into the turbolift:: [19:17] +taps+ Lieutenant TPrax, I asked for a status report on the repairs. [19:17] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:17] M> The only reason he's likely still alive is because we've got every heavy ship in the Fifth Fleet within shouting distance. [19:17] ::turns back around and gives Daren a questioning eyebrow:: [19:18] M> ::turns back to Taj for a moment, and gazes into his eyes, then back to Kor:: I believe that would be an acceptable course of action. [19:18] ::shrugs to the Major:: [19:18] M> ::moving forward:: Captain, I hate to bring this up but ... it's quite likely that he was a very willing participant in this ... slave trade. Perhaps we should determine first whether he's lying or not? [19:18] TL> +taps+ They are in progress. If I would not be interrupted by junior officers all the time, I would have had it ready. [19:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:18] ::listens intently, not sure what the deal with Renak Taj is, but certainly curious about his connection with the Omegans:: [19:18] ::arches an eyebrow as the insubordination comes through on an open channel, and looks at Bentall:: [19:18] M> ::glances from Dejat to Dalton, and back to Dejat:: [19:18] *>::exits the turbolift and enter Main Engineering:: Status report. [19:19] ::bites her lower lip:: [19:19] M> ::glares at Dalton:: He is not lying, Mister Dalton. [19:19] ::listens to the comm from TPrax, shaking his head:: [19:19] M> Yes, the Cardassians' penchant for honesty is well-renown in this quadrant. [19:19] ::frowns:: That does it. +taps+ Lieutenant TPrax, I'm reliefing you from duty for 48 hours to get some rest. That is not an option. You are snapping at everyone and being very short with your fellow officers. Get some rest. That's an order. Others can complete the repairs. [19:19] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:19] M> As is yours. [19:19] E> EnsTaylor: repairs are going slowly sir. everything will be in place in time for us to leave though sir. [19:19] M> :;smiles:: But at least I'm up front about it. [19:19] M> ::successfully hides another smile and waits:: [19:20] M> ::to Lora:: Nevertheless, I do not suggest granting immunity to someone who may prove to be ... less than forthcoming with all the details. I suggest getting all the details first. [19:20] <[L2SL_Curcio]> ::glides the shuttle into place:: Mm. ::sends a short report to the Coronado, Pearl, Task Group 5.5 and other ships in the vicinity about the ship move:: Okey-doke. ::powers up the tractor beam:: [19:20] M> ::raises an eyebrow:: Gentlemen... you discuss Renak Taj and his connection with those in the Omega group... perhaps I might have a suggestion.... ::looks to Lora:: [19:20] *** Sonya has joined #uss-coronado [19:21] ::looks at Tal:: [19:21] *** Sonya is now known as Cdt_Oswald [19:21] M> ::glances at Tal and nods:: By all means, let's hear it. [19:21] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +v Cdt_Oswald [19:21] E> ::nods:: Understood Mr. Taylor. ::walks into his office:: +taps+ Cmdr? I believe you are mistaken. I have not "snapped" as you put it at you. I merely stated that my report is late because I have been interrupted in my work by both Lieutenants Ian and Daren. [19:21] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:21] M> ::looks to Lora Kor:: Sounds like an Inquisition to me. [19:21] ::looks to Bentall, noticing the comm from TPrax:: [19:21] ::continues looking at Bentall, wondering how he'll handle the furthur insubordination:: [19:21] M> ::glances at Renak Taj again before turning back to Tal:: [19:22] ::looks away pretending to be busy with soemthing:: [19:22] M> ::draws a deep breath:: As I stated before, the Romulan ship I was serving on was attacked in this sector less than a week ago. Their engine traces should still be there. Perhaps we can just go ask the Omegans about the connection? [19:22] +taps+ Lieutenant you have your orders. Discussion closed. You can follow them or end up in the brig for those 48 hours. The choice is yours. A response is required. [19:22] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:22] <[L2SL_Curcio]> ::engages the tractor beam and enters the coordinates for his destination:: [19:22] 12=.\ction= The tractor beam engages, snaring the target... [19:22] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:22] M> ::chuckles:: Somehow, I doubt Omega would be particularly forthcoming. Terrorists are extremely bad about discussing their motiviations... ::pauses:: [19:22] 6> ::wakes up and begins looking over Curcio's padd in the Marine lounge:: [19:23] <[L2SL_Curcio]> <<::raises his eyebrow:: I gotta remember these CoroLCARS commands. ::grins>> [19:23] ::watches as the tactical sensor upgrade completes is cycle:: [19:23] M> ::pointed look at Taj:: Yes, they are, Captain. My point exactly. [19:23] E> ::is befuddled:: +taps+ as you wish. [19:23] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:23] M> ::grins at the thought:: True enough, but I think that it would be foolish not to follow up on this opportunity to track them. [19:24] M> ::nods at Dalton, then takes a half-step back so that he has all four -- Dejat, Dalton, Tal, and Taj -- in view, then:: However, for the moment, I'm inclined to trust Mr. Dejat's judgement. Mr. Taj will be transferred to the Swiftsure, without his ship or cargo, for transport to safe location. [19:24] +taps+ Thank you Lieutenant. Enjoy your rest. Bentall out. ::sits down with a frown but knowing he had no other choice:: +taps+ Bentall to LoraKor. [19:24] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:24] M> ::glances at Dejat:: Is that acceptable, Commander? [19:24] ::moves over to stand behind Daren's shoulder:: Keep an eye on him, Lieutenant. I'd rather not have to track him down again with a phaser. [19:24] M> ::nods:: Quite, Captain. [19:24] <[L2SL_Curcio]> ::monitors the tractor beam and the shuttle's integrity as the linked ship slowly drifts away from the Coronado and other ships:: [19:24] ::nods in agreement with Ironside:: Please do Lieutenant. [19:24] M> ::shakes his head:: Well, were I an actual officer of this ship, I'd file a formal objection. [19:24] M> ::crosses her arms and ponders what she has heard and witnessed:: [19:24] M> As it is, I reserve the right to point out this egregious error in judgement at a later date. [19:25] M> Were you an actual officer on this ship, Mister Dalton ::grins:: I'd file a formal objection. [19:25] M> Noted, Mr. Dalton, thank you. ::nods and flashes a grin at Dalton, again turning to keep it from being visible to Dejat:: Then that will be all, gentlemen. [19:25] ::nods to Major Ironside:: Yes Major...I'll assign two of my staff to the exterior of his quarters if you like... [19:25] * CPCO_LoraKor 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= 12 =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= 12 SIM END 12 =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= [19:25] ::attn:: [19:25] ::attn:: [19:25] <[L2SL_Curcio]> ::attn:: [19:25] ::attn:: [19:25] ::stands:: [19:25] ::attn:: [19:25] ::attn:: [19:25] :;attn:: [19:25] ::attn:: [19:25] ::attn:: [19:26] Now THAT was probably one of the best character-oriented sims we've had in a long while, and maybe that we've EVER had. :) [19:26] Agreed. :) [19:26] I agree, that was quite good :) [19:26] ::golf claps:: =) [19:26] Lots and lots of participation from everyone except poor Sonya, who got bounced. :/ [19:26] ::nods:: fun fun fun [19:26] Well done, everyone! I suspect I'm going to be handing out commendations right and left for this one. :) Any questions before we break? [19:26] *rolls her eyes* [19:26] ::raises hand:: [19:26] Can we throw Dalton out an airlock? [19:27] Why? You know I'm right [19:27] <[L2SL_Curcio]> Hehe.. ::blinks and returns to attention:: [19:27] ::chuckles at Dejat:: Hush, you two. Commander Tal? [19:27] 23 days from now I will have been a Lt. Commander for a year... just thought that i'd point that out to anyone who could actually get me a promotion in the organization... ;) [19:27] ROFL! Noted, but that's not a question. ;) [19:27] << ::snorts:: Good luck on that one >> [19:27] Anyone else? [19:27] ::apologizes for the entire Romulan division...:: [19:27] ::chuckles:: Recall that you were missing for an awful lot of that one year. ;-) [19:27] Can we throw crewman Jones out an airlock? [19:28] ::chuckles:: Exec, will you dismiss this rabble before they get further out of hand? [19:28] dismiss... er, nevermind... [19:28] ;) [19:28] ... [19:28] ::taps a foot:: Anytime... [19:29] <[L2SL_Curcio]> ::can't help but smirk and supress a chuckle:: [19:29] I do believe the Captain is capable of doing this as well ;) [19:29] LCARS, we're tired of waiting for Bentall! ;) [19:29] * CoroLCARS 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= 12CPCO_LoraKor has called: Company, at ease! 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= [19:29] *** CoroLCARS changes topic to 'U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901 8,5= 0,5/\ 8,5= Time to relax -- 12http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ ' [19:29] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: -m