Schawnsee

Sitting in the Children's, ward talking to Annisha, made Kat think. All of these children, all of them had been uprooted from their original home. Now they are here, had just gotten settled in well, and find themselves in hiding once more. She can only imagine how they must be feeling right now. Most of them seem to have come through the ordeal without much troubles, but she would have to have a long heart to heart with Amanda to see what she has seen and heard from them. For right now Kat would just have to watch and listen.

"Schawnsee what do you remember last before waking up in sickbay?" Kat's still laying on the biobed, her head still hurting, from what she figures was the fall and that she hit her head on something. "I remember seeing ... what I thought was the bird flying outside the window and then was escorted to my quarters. I went to walk towards the sofa, then things started spinning." Merina was slightly concerned, "The bird... in space. You know that's impossible." She looked at Kat's vital's again and noticed that her blood pressure was slightly lower than it should be. "Hmmm." "I know that's why I didn't say anything at first. Doc, How bad is my head? It hurts like crazy." Kat says reaching up rubbing her temple once again. "Well, you have a mild concussion which I can treat, but it's not your head you should be worried about, it's your blood pressure. I think the medication that we started you on may have an adverse reaction. ' But don't worry, I'll talk to Dr. Matthews about the medication and it's affect on you." Merina begins treating the concussion, so Kat doesn't have the headaches anymore. Kat sighs softly. "My blood pressure? Is it that high? You said Mild concussion, Did I hit something with my head?" Her voice turning more worried sounding and she sits up onto her elbows.She quickly lays back down when her world starts spinning again. "Whoa..." She blinks her eyes several times, resting her head back on the bed once more. "Actually, it dropped it. From the readings, probably more lower than it is now. Which would cause some of the reactions as if was higher. What you hit your head with I'm not sure, you were in your restroom," Merina replied. Kat turns her head to look towards Merina once more. This time she started rubbing her eyes, Things were a bit blurry. Merina looked at Kat, "Are you ok?" Kat answered, "When I sat up on my elbows everything started spinning, now everything is blurry." Her voice changes slightly to a more scared tone. "Doc Im scared. Am I going to be okay?" Merina ran some more scans. "Kat, I want you to relax. I'm going to run some tests and scans. I'm going to have Dr. Matthews look at them to see what we can do to fix this. I promise everything is going to be fine. You know we'll take good care of you." Kat sighs with a sob. "I... I know.. Im just .... scared Doc and worried, that I will ... " Kat drops off not wanting to say what she's thinking. Merina puts her paw on Kat's shoulder, "I know, you're in good hands. We'll figure this out, I promise." Kat lets out another quivering sigh and closes her eyes, allowing Merina to do whatever it is she wishes. "Thanks .... Doc." She then moves her hand to place on top of Merina's paw. "Thanks."

Joint log between, Kat Schawnsee, Dr Matthews, Cmdr Ridire, Will Murray, Dr Merina Kat heard Ridire and wondered if this would be her chance. Ridire told Deb to have Herself and Merina help with the wounded to get them out of the cave. Kat knew the way threw the cave as she had been that way before. Kat moved her elbow and looked up at Deb. "I can lead you out of here, I went down that path before, I know the way. Just give me something so I'm not swaying from side to side and to clear my head. I can help carry Jon if need be." Kat left it to Deb to make the decision to allow her to help. Debbie viewed her friend warily but ultimately decided to comply with Kat's request. She reached into her med kit and located a hypospray. Setting it accordingly, she pressed it against Kat's neck. "Don't betray my trust," she warned the security officer. "Because right now, you need all the friends you can get." She turned away and quickly repacked the med kit. Glancing around the site, she spotted certain items she thought they should take with them. Nothing technological should be left behind. While the others tried to get Jon on his feet, she tossed those few things into a duffle bag along with her own med kit. Merina had her's slung over her shoulder. When she secured the bag she made her way toward the others. Merina had revived Jon enough for him to help carry his own weight but it was apparent getting the Zemun out of this cave would be a mighty task indeed. Kat laid there long enough for her head to clear and her equilibrium to balance while Deb collected things around her. She sat up slowly and looked around, getting her bearings. She then moved over to Jon to assist with anything she could with getting him out. "Jon, come on dude we need to get you out of here." Will got up and shook his head from a little dizziness that still remained in his head. Ordinarily, he would still be resting but if they actually had a way out of the cave and off this rock, he was all for it. Seeing that Kat could use some help, Will came to her side, "Commander, having him on his feet is bad for his internal injuries. If I might suggest, you get his legs and I'll grab under his arms. The more level he is, the less his injuries will be aggravated by moving." Will knew what he said was true, he also had the ulterior motive of keeping the unstable officer in his sights at all times. The last thing he wanted was for Kat to get behind all of them. Best case scenario, she would bolt again. Worst case scenario, she would attack them in her obsession with the Changeling. Kat looked to Will and then to Deb and then Merina. "Doctors should we carry him or have him walk out? which would be better for his injuries?" She stood next to Jon waiting for an answer, not wanting to cause her shipmate even more injury. "Carrying him out would be best for the injuries he has," Merina replied. After all she would hate to see Kat get into more serious trouble than she was already in. "Besides I have to make sure that Deb and Will are taken care of as well." Kat looked back to Will who was in position to pick up Jon. "Doctor? Should he be even helping then? I mean if he's at risk also then Maybe I should try to do it alone." Kat nodded towards Deb, "Deb and her leg shouldn't be doing any lifting." Kat looks back over to her before she could say anything. "Sorry Deb but you shouldn't." She then turned her gaze to Will. "You either Will if your still having issues. Deb fixed my ribs so I should be good to go." Kat knelt down next to Jon to get ready to attempt to pick him up. What could she say? Deb was having enough trouble walking. It was doubtful she would be able to help move Jon Shamor out of the cave. She would probably just slow things down and reinjure her leg in the process. "I'll carry as much of our gear as possible," she said while trying to make sure she hadn't overlooked anything. Her attention turned to Will. "I don't want you overdoing it either. So lets take this nice and slow." Will nodded to the good Doctor, but most of his attention was on Kat. He remembered meeting her when he got on to the ship. They hadn't been more than casual acquaintances but still she had been Angel's wife which put her in a high category as far as he and all the other pilots were concerned. Nevertheless, his instincts were screaming at him that Kat was an unstable element in a critical situation and he had absolutely no reason to trust her. This unrelenting obsession with the Changeling led Will to believe that she would go to any lengths to locate the changeling on the planet, even if it meant bringing harm to herself or her crew mates and there was no way he was going to allow that. He felt a little better that her back to was to him as they got the badly wounded Shamor ready to move. "Ok Commander, ready here. Give the signal and we'll move..." Kat turned looking to Will and the Doctors. This wasn't the way she had planned it but maybe she could break free after the exited the cave on the other side. Right now all she could do without raising suspicion was to take a hold of Shamor's legs and lead the way down further in the cave that would eventually lead the way out. She let out a soft sigh and turned with her back to Will and Shamor and bent down grabbing the man by the knees and said, "Ok on the count of 3. Ready? One, Two and Three." On 3 she lifted Shamor with her elbows crooked under his knees and her fingers looped into her trousers to keep the man as straight and steady as possible. "OK Lets Move." She stepped once and waited for Will to follow with a step so she would know he was with her. As Merina saw Will and Kat carry Jon out through the back of the caves, she whispered towards Deb, "You think it's a good idea to let her lead the way." Merina kept her pace between Will, Jon, and Kat, as well as Deb and the Commander, knowing full well she was the only medical officer to treat the four injured and make sure that nobody got injured or reinjured. Deb met Merina's gaze and shook her head. "No, not really." She hefted one of the bags over her shoulder and moved forward. "I'll go ahead of her.....along with Anna. Commander Ridire is bringing up the rear. Why don't you stay between him and Jon." She didn't wait for Merina to answer, walking on toward the head of the group. It might be slow going with her in the lead but she wanted one or two people ahead of Kat as they approached the entrance. Kat and Will had just started moving with Shamor when Deb stepped in front of them. "Doc? I can lead. I know the way threw the cave." She then thought to herself. 'With you in front of me I can't make my move.' She continued slowly walking forward hoping Deb would move back behind them once more. "Easy Will there is a foot drop here in the path. Be careful I wouldn't want any of us to fall," Kat said to all that were behind her. She wanted the Changeling but she didn't want to see anyone hurt either. "I'll lead the way," replied Deb switching on her flashlight. "We'll be traveling slowly anyway so I'm sure I'll do just fine up here." Kat let out a heavy sigh. This just made her plan almost impossible. With Deb in front of her and Will and the others behind her, she would not be able to make the break she was hoping to. She would have to try to figure out a reason to move away when they got to the end of the cave. "Fine Have it your way. JUST BE careful. We cant Carry two of you." She said to her in a bit of an angry tone. Will watched Kat intently while he felt his way along with his feet and other senses as they began to move. Will acknowledged Kat's warning, "Copy that Commander." The one drawback of having Kat up front was that he had to rely on her calls of the uneven terrain but given the circumstances, he felt it was a decent trade off for keeping Kat in his direct line of sight. Feeling the drop come up, Will stepped down and pressed on slightly comforted by the fact that, for the moment, Kat seemed to dealing straight with him. As long as she continued to do so, Will would not have a problem with her being on point, right in front of him. Watching where she was stepping to keep herself from falling with Jon was about all she could do. She kept looking up at Deb as if she was throwing daggers with her eyes. She had to find another way to complete her mission. The Captain was depending on her to find the Changeling and that's what she was going to do. She didn't have much time left. They were almost to the end of the cave. She could see a scant of light ahead. She knew the entrance was just around a few more turns. Deb could feel Kat's stare burning a hole through her back. She wanted to believe her friend would follow orders and give up the hunt for the changeling.....at least for now. She felt both annoyed and guilty for not trusting the woman but the sad fact was, she didn't know this version of Kat Schawnsee. Sometimes, she seemed like her old self. But other times..... "Will, there is a large step up here, about 2 foot high." Kat stepped up and stepped a few feet forward waiting until Will was at the same level she was before she began moving once more. Merina couldn't help but keep an eye on Kat. For a few years she had gotten to know Schawnsee, but now it's like that part of her was nothing but a memory. Merina kept checking on everyone, from the Commander behind her to Deb, who was making sure that Kat didn't try to escape. All she could do was keep an eye on everyone and think of scenarios of getting Jon out and keeping Kat with the group once they reached the exit. "Got it Commander." Will replied to Kat's direction. Though he still didn't trust her not to escape, Will was getting the impression that she didn't wish any real harm on her shipmates. He was a bit comforted with that idea as he negotiated the obstacle in question. "Ready Commander." Will began to move forward when Kat did. During the rather slow march to the second exit Aidan had been mulling reminding Kat of what her obligations actually were. He was torn between not wanting to provoke a situation and trying to head one off before it starts. So it isn't until the second exit is in sight when he steps up to the head of the group. He stops near Kat and Deb and says in an undertone, "Just to make sure you understand me, Ms. Schawnsee, right now your only job is to get Shamor inside the shuttle and to stay inside the shuttle. If you get it in your head that this is an opportunity to run off after that changeling let me be clear, I will have no problems whatsoever in knocking you out with this phaser even if it means shooting you in the back. I have also instructed Mr. Murray and Ms. T'Kar that if it seems like you're about to take a runner that they're to do the same. They will both be waiting on the other side of that exit." Aidan narrows his eyes and his tone goes ice cold "Your responsibility, Ms. Schawnsee, is to the safety of these people. You will not put your life or the life of these people in danger just because you foolishly think that changeling is all that matters. Getting ourselves, all of us, home safe and sound with no further complications is the only thing that matters. Your obsession with that changeling is only going to get people killed, your obsession is out of place, unbecoming a Starfleet Officer and will not be tolerated." Kat looked to Cmdr. Ridire as he was speaking to her then looked back to the path continuing the trek through the ends of the cave. She wanted to tell him where to go with his orders but stopped before she did. The Captain was the one that gave her the order to find the changeling not him but she could tell by the tone in his voice that he meant what he said. He would shoot her and or have others do the same. With his little speech to her she was trapped. She would be surrounded by officers and there would be no way for her to sneak off to find the changeling. She let out a heavy sigh and said in an aggravated tone of her own, "YES Sir." She continues walking until they reach the end of the cave and see the light of day.

Schawnsee walked out of the room where she had just finished a session with her therapist. Standing there waiting for her was an officer in a Star Fleet uniform, holding an envelope. She looked at him and smiled and began to pass him when he spoke to her. "Cmdr Katherine Swan of the USS Reaent?" He said standing straight and holding the envelope in front of him that read "Confidential". "Yes sir, may I help you?" She replied with an odd tone to her voice. Who was this and what did they want, she was about to find out, as her therapist came up behind her placing her hand on her shoulder, as if knowing she may be needed. "Ma'am," he said to the therapist and then back to Schawnsee, "May we go back into the room so we can speak privately?" Kat looked to him then to the therapist behind her. She turned and walked back into the room being followed by the others. She went over to the couch and stood there waiting. "Ma'am you may wish to sit down," the officer says nodding to the couch and then looking to the therapist. If was obvious that he was not comfortable with what he was about to do. Kat sat down as her heart sunk. She had been gone from the Reaent for a while and the last time she had spoken to them was over the open channel that she was given a 5 minute window. She looked up to the officer and waiting to hear what he had to say. "Ma'am, I'm afraid I have bad news for you. It's it about you ship and your husband," he began. "I have in this envelope a final message from your husband and a few of the crew to their families." Kat's face went pale, "FINAL? What do you mean final," she cries out as tears form in her eyes. Her mind is going wild with things that could have happened. "I'm sorry ma'am but the USS Reaent was sent on a mission that I can not disclose because of its nature. Your husbands squadron was sent on a reconissaunce mission." Kat's eyes watered up almost knowing what was coming. She pulled her knees to her chest and wrapped her arms around them, placing her face behind them. "Ma'am, His squad was hit by enemy fire and several fighter were damaged. All but his fighter were recovered, but he is still MIA. They found parts of the fighter but nothing of him as of yet. Upon the regathering of the fighters, the ship also came under attack. The Captain and first officer were forced to place the Reaent into self destruct mode to keep the technology from falling into enemy hands. These are the messages sent out from the crew as final goodbyes to their families incase they didn't make it to escape pods. With their families permissions we made copies for you as well. You husband had recorded a message before he went on this mission knowing how dangerous it was going to be. I'm sorry ma'am." He then offers the envelope to Kat. The therapist came behind Kat and placed her hands on her shoulders knowing she was going to need a lot of help with this, as Kat starting crying loudly. **************************************** Kat jolted awake as a nurse touched her shoulder trying to wake her. The nurse had heard Kat crying and wanted to make sure she was OK. Kat sat up quickly looking around at her surroundings. She was still at the infirmary. Her face was wet from the tears. Her eyes were red and bloodshot. She asked the nurse, "Has anyone had been here to see me, specifically an officer in a Federation uniform?" "No Mrs Swan, Why are you expecting someone?" The nurse replied handing Kat a tissue for her face. "No, no. Have you heard anything about the USS Reaent not returning or about me being sent to a different ship?" Kat asks as she's wiped the tears away. "No, nothing like that. As far as I know you are on the ledger to be released soon. And We have to make arrangements to get you back to the Reaent. What's wrong, Why are you so upset? Maybe I should go get your therapist." "Please do. I had an awful dream and I want to talk it over with her," Kat says then lets out a huge sigh of relief realizing that it was all just a bad dream, more like a nightmare. She just hoped it would never come true.

Kat was sitting in her room looking at the holopicture of her husband that she had taken with her. "Angel I miss you so much." At that moment a nurse came in her room. "Mrs Angelis? I have some good news for you." The nurse had a smile on her face and a holoimager in her hand. Kat sat the pic of her husband down and looked to the nurse. She hadn't had any "good" news in forever it seemed to her. "Well, You have proceeded so well with your treatment you have been given access to send a message to Your ship. If you want to that is? " The nurse held out the holo-imager towards Kat giving her the chance to accept it. Kat began to smile. "Really? I'm doing well enough? When will I be able to leave?" The happiness in her voice increasing with every word said. The nurse shook her head. "I'm sorry Hun, I can not tell you when you will be able to leave but You do have this privilege. You will be able to send a note out once a week and as you continue to progress you will be given even more opportunities. And just to give you something to look forward to, If you continue as you have, You may have visitors other than just the 2 that have been allowed thus far. And one more thing? If you continue, in a month or so You may, its a possibility but you may get to take a field trip to your ship if its in the area. Just a few things to look forward to." The nurse could see the excitement growing in Kat's eyes with every step suggested. She had no reason to think that Kat wouldn't succeed in the predetermined goals set for her. "OH Thank you, you don't know how happy that makes me." Kat then stands up, takes the holo -imager from the nurse and proceeds to give her a hug. "Thank you SOO much." She then sat down at the table and started the Imager. Once it is set to record Kat sits back and thinks for a moment of what she's going to say. She then looks back over to the nurse who was waiting by the door. "How much time do I have?" The nurse smiled at Kat. "Since its been 4 weeks since you have had contact with your crew or your husband, Ill give you all the time you want. I'm only supposed to give you 5 minutes but you have made remarkable progress and tried your hardest while you were here that I admire. Take your time Kat. If you want me to leave and come back I will." Kat's smile widened across her face. "Thank you Crystal, That means as lot to me. If I can make this alone I would appreciate it. " "Sure Kat, word of warning though, all transmissions are scanned before allowing them to be sent. So you might not want to get TOO personal." She grins as she turns to the door. "Now get to that message." Kat nodded, "Thanks Crystal." She turned back to the set up imager and began her message. "Cmdr. Katherine Swan to the Medical department of the Reaent, I am sending you word that I am doing fine. The Docs here say I am proceeding wonderfully and If things continue I may even get a chance to visit before my treatment it complete. I wanted to say Thank you for making these arrangements for me. I can see now that I really did need this. But If it wasn't for you and the med team on the Reaent I may not have been this far along. Please give this message to the Counselor as well. Thank you Dr Curtis, Dr Deb and Dr Mernia. I owe this all to you wonderful folks." Kat took a deep breath as she closed that note and opened a second to her husband. "Schawnsee to Arch, "O si yo, Gv ge yu i" She began in their native tongue. "John I have missed you So much. I do have good news though. The docs here say I am improving day by day. They felt I was well enough to be able to send a note to you all. They tell me that if I continue then I may be able to come for a real life visit. I was so excited when they told me this. I am missing the crew. I placed a note here for the Docs there on the Reaent as well. Please make sure they get it." Kat's eyes began to well up with tears. She was so happy to be able to contact her husband and give him the good news that she may be coming home, if only for a visit but coming home all the same. "John, I know you know this already but I can not say it enough. I love you so much words can not speak it. Even though we are so far away I hope you can feel what I a feeling in my heart. I love you and miss you SO much. I hope to see you soon. Di da yo li hv dv ga le ni s gv Gv ge yu i. I will see you soon, I hope. Schawnsee out" Kat closed the log entry and shut down the imager. She wiped the tears from her face and again picked up the picture she had been holding when the nurse first entered. "I love you SO Much John." She laid down on her bed with the image clutched to her chest, hugging it for all she was worth as she fell asleep.

"Sweet grass" The shuttle door opened and Schawnsee and Angel entered, Angel quickly inventoried their travel luggage and confirmed them to all be present before they departed. The trip to their native lands were relatively unremarkable with the small exception they were finally going home. Seated beside Schawnsee as they peered out the view ports he smiled as the peaceful and happy appearance had returned to her cheeks. "I am so glad to be going home. Have you called ahead to let our families know we are on our way?" Schawnsee says as she looks out the veiwport. Grinning from ear to ear Angel responded..."Of course not, I thought it better to just drop in as a surprise"...the look on Schawnsee's face for a moment spoke volumes for a few seconds until she of course knew better,taking a moment to squeeze his hand,and a faux spanking on it. "I can't wait to see family again and be able to smell the scent of the sweet grasses growing on the plain. Don't forget we will want to bring home some more herbs. The ones from home are so much better than the ones grown in hydroponics." Kat says as she turns back to the window. " Indeed it will be good to feel the Earth beneath our feet again,Strolling through the sweet grass,picking the Sage,and of course the Cedar" Mother has assured me she as well as our cousins have been preparing a "carry back pack" of the various herbs,teas,medicinal roots etc. for us. I only hope it has not been so long you and I may have forgotten the way to dance. After all we are to attend the green corn ceremonies...yes times three while we are there....as well as a open intertribal gathering. Kat turns back to face her husband of 2 years now. "I may have forgotten some things but dancing is not one of them. I can't wait to get back into the circle. I miss the gatherings and the festivals." She then lays her head over to rest on his arm. "How much longer until we arrive?" Looking at her resting her head on his arm Angel could sense a bit of her old impish impatience beginning to creep through as if saying "Are we there yet?"..."Well my love judging from our attitude and the land track we seem to be following, I would estimate another ten minutes or so Little one". We will be there in a blink....then I have been told mother and a few of the other women will have charge of you for a few hours, I still say it is just a hens session. All is well though for I am to meet Father and a few uncles for a bit as well. She lifts her head and looks him in the eyes. "Why are we to be separated?" Then she stops and thinks back to her heritage and smiles. "Never mind, I think I may have an idea. This is going to be the best vacation we have ever had, I think." Looking back into her eyes.."I bet you do indeed" They probably just want you to tell them of all the fascinating places we have been,our life in the fleet....you know the rampant curiosity that will ensue,Angel paused and smiled," Indeed no doubt the reason as well for my Father to have me join the men as well", No worries ,we will be home,safe and sound for awhile...and I agree this is looking to be the best vacation we have ever had . With that Angel grinned...."With the possible exception of our little trip we had to Risa. "True, The trip to Risa was very memorable." The shuttle slowed as their approach to the LZ came into view at the Old Oklahoma Station...there visible from the view ports was what appeared to be every member of both their families...The door to the shuttle opened. Angel grabbing their luggage and passing it to the porter that was charged with that job,Thankfully....stepped out onto the ramp with Schawnsee by his side hand in hand, The air was filled with the scent of Cedar,Sage....and the very sweet smell of the burning sweet grass. " It is indeed good to be home Little one". "It is, Its GOOD to be home." She reaches her other hand and take his arm now hugging it tightly. " We are home indeed," she says as she take a deep breath of the smoldering sweet grasses.

STSF_BluRox -> MISSION BRIEFING:: The holiday party has been winding down, and many of the crew have started heading back to their quarters for the evening. Fiona Weber -> Didn't they put out a new one this year? Fiona Weber -> (Guerlain Homme, I mean. I know there was a new Trek...) STSF_BluRox -> Several others are still lingering working at that last large punch bowl filled with spiked Eggnog. Ayumu Kasuga -> <I think?> Jameson Bardolph -> ((lol, fiona)) STSF_BluRox -> BEGIN SIM STSF_BluRox -> BEGIN SIM STSF_BluRox -> BEGIN SIM Jameson Bardolph -> ((evening, cap)) TireanBell -> ::is compleetly drunk now :: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::escourted back down to the brig, toaster in tow:: STSF_BluRox -> ::Back in quarters, glad to have made an early exit and fine with Holly running the bloody party, as she wasn't quite in the mood for it:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::but at least she gets to see a drunk Vulcan. Never got to see one of those before:: Fiona Weber -> ::still at the party, pretending like she was socializing:: Jameson Bardolph -> ((are the paint brigade people free to go? or are they brig-bound as well?)) August Jax Robinson -> ::had alot of Egg nog:: Fiona Weber -> (Prison Keeper Weber is at the party, so I assume that you can?) STSF_KBear -> <<Hello Cmdr Farrington>> Capt Rian Kwai -> ((The paint brigade were free to go to the party)) Jameson Bardolph -> ((i know they could go to the party but i meant afterwards)) Cmdr JFarrington -> <Hey, KBear. Republic folksies> Ayumu Kasuga -> <heck, even I was lol> August Jax Robinson -> <<JAMI!>> Ayumu Kasuga -> <Jami :D > Jameson Bardolph -> ((heya Jami)) STSF_BluRox -> <howdy Jamie> Jameson Bardolph -> ::draped over a chair, having had his fill of eggnog and pondering the door and going to find his bed:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Leans on Will:: Fiona Weber -> ::doesn't do eggnog or spiked beverages, too proper:: TireanBell -> ::has had a little to much to drink is stumbling ever where:: STSF_BluRox -> ::grabs a hot chocolate from the replicator, and drops down into the pile of pillows in the corner:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::plays with her toaster:: STSF_KBear -> :: Schawana with Jenna in tow hurries to the holodeck and enters:: Fiona Weber -> ::glances at Bell, then Kwai:: Someone let him into the liquor? Jameson Bardolph -> Bell> ::a little blearily:: You may wanna sit down there, boyo. Ayumu Kasuga -> Let's give this baby a spin. ::pops in a slice of Wonder bread into the slot:: STSF_KBear -> Schawana> :: looking around the room:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::plugs the toaster into an outlet:: Jameson Bardolph -> ::glances towards the kid who came in and cocks his head curiously:: TireanBell -> ::gets up on one of the tables starts dancing to the music:: STSF_KBear -> :: in her quarters skipping this years feastvites:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::is leaned on:: You look tired. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::magic edits back to the party since noone left yet:: Jameson Bardolph -> ((hahaha)) LtCmdrRobinson -> Or drunk. You're not drunk are you? Fiona Weber -> (We know what happened last time.) August Jax Robinson -> I am drink August Jax Robinson -> ::Smiles::Drunk Ayumu Kasuga -> ::depresses the lever that slides the toast downwards and watches it glow inside:: STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::sees Captain Kwai and pulls Jenna in her Direction:: LtCmdrRobinson -> You are a wonderful example. STSF_BluRox -> <Hey..I left!> August Jax Robinson -> (w) I know TireanBell -> ::does a backflip off of the table continues dancing:: Ayumu Kasuga -> :didn't notice the Admiral leaving; too busy gawking at the toaster:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Huggles him:: Fiona Weber -> (So let's be honest here... am I the only one who's imagining Bell as the bartender in the RickRoll video right now?) Ayumu Kasuga -> ::amused by it's glowing in her inebriated state:: Jameson Bardolph -> ::puzzled sort of look, then shakes his head slightly and goes over to Bell, narrowly missing being kicked by the flip:: ::says slightly too loudly:: You know...you're gonna regret this in the morning. Capt Rian Kwai -> ::uncomfortable in Holly's presence, is looking for a way out of the party without seeming rude or unsocial:: LtCmdrRobinson -> Gunner> ::passed out but not drunk:: Ayumu Kasuga -> <rofl.. no, now that you bring it up> Jameson Bardolph -> ((no, but now I have "Never Gonna Give You Up" going in full voice in my head. I hate you)) STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::to Rian:: Excuse me Sir, Is Auntie BluRox been around? TireanBell -> ::takes another sip from the bottle:: The liquior help you think better comeon party! Fiona Weber -> ::amused by Ayumu's being amused:: Jameson Bardolph -> Oh, believe me, I know -- I'm the one whose nickname is a common mental lubricant, remember? STSF_BluRox -> ::sips cocoa:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Makes face:: who is yelling? Jameson Bardolph -> I more meant the fact that you're dancing on tables in full view of the chief and no doubt several monitoring devices as well. STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::holding a gift in her hands:: I have a gift for her but do not see her around. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::watches the drunk Vulcan a bit:: Capt Rian Kwai -> ::smiles tightly:: I believe she's left for the evening all ready. It's been a late night...and close to your bedtime, hmm? Cmdr JFarrington -> <have a good one, Rep> Ayumu Kasuga -> <night Jami> TireanBell -> Comeon Dude its a party! loosen up ::nudges him:: Fiona Weber -> ::eating food, no doubt, and having a moment of wondering why the little juniors got invited, too:: STSF_KBear -> Schawana> Yes Maam. I begged My mother to let me bring Auntie BluRox her gift. Fiona Weber -> ::Though, she reflected, noticing Bardolph, at least one could behave.:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::Fiona:: I've never seen a drunk Vulcan before. They are usually too snooty for that Jameson Bardolph -> ::rubs his temple, trying to figure out how he ended up being the one being told to 'loosen up':: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::pats her hand:: OK, time to go to our quarters, you're done. STSF_KBear -> Schawana> She told me if Jenna would bring me here I could. Will she be coming back? August Jax Robinson -> I am? Jameson Bardolph -> Right. You have fun, boyo. ::leans heavily on the table for a moment and then turns away, shaking his head and laughing:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Takes his arm:: Fiona Weber -> ::smirk:: Oh, you'd be surprised. I've seen a few Vulcans in my day who seem all snooty, but you put a little alcohol in them... STSF_BluRox -> ::finishes the cocoa, and sets the cup aside, relaxing back on the pillows, finaly getting a chance to finally just shut her eyes and rest::: TireanBell -> ::spinns on the floor:: Fiona Weber -> It's like underneath it all, they're Romulans or something. Ayumu Kasuga -> Drunk Vulcans are funny Ayumu Kasuga -> Very astute, that LtCmdrRobinson -> ::Gunner in one arm and a drunk wife in the other:: Fiona Weber -> I'd say drunk anything is funny, really. ::gives Ayumu a look:: Though I can't imagine you... indulging... very often. Ayumu Kasuga -> No, I can't handle drinking too much. Ayumu Kasuga -> I usually just pass out STSF_BluRox -> <<says Ayumu..who's sitting there amusing herself watching the toaster make toast> Fiona Weber -> Mmm. ::nods, sagely:: Yes, you seem like the type. Fiona Weber -> ::being the superior voice of sober reason, planning to lord it over everyone in the morning:: Ayumu Kasuga -> Yes. ::toast pops up and hits the ceiling... giggle:: Jameson Bardolph -> ::wanders past Fiona, then pauses and points at her, stopping just short of nudging her in the shoulder, then gestures vaguely over his shoulder at Bell:: That one's gonna need your help tomorrow, I'm figurin'...::laughs, only swaying a little:: Fiona Weber -> ::pauses, giggles:: TireanBell -> ::dances up to Ayumu :: wanna dance! ::dances to the music playing:: STSF_BluRox -> ACTION::Scent of toast wafts through the air towards Will Capt Rian Kwai -> I'm sorry, she's gone to quarters for the rest of the evening. Perhaps your mother can deliever the gift tomorrow. August Jax Robinson -> ::Stumbles a little::\ Fiona Weber -> Dear god. Ayumu Kasuga -> Fiona wants to dance. Fiona Weber -> ::blinks at Jameson:: I only treat patients who do not injure or make themselves ill through gross self-negligence. ::smiles, sweetly:: He can sleep off his hangover. It might be good for him. Fiona Weber -> ::withering look at Ayumu:: Capt Rian Kwai -> ::feeling like she too should go, someone must have spiked the punch by the looks of the crew right now:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::drops Jax as he spins around to smell the toast:: Ayumu Kasuga -> :D I'm kidding. You don't seem to be the dancing type, just like myself LtCmdrRobinson -> Sorry! Instinct. STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::sighs:: Maybe you can for me? My Mother says that Auntie Blu is mad at her because of this past mission. She doesn't want to go near her unless shes on duty. ::lifts the gift to Rian:: Could you please? I made this especially for Auntie Blu. TireanBell -> ::takes another sip from the bottle ::and dances around:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::waltzing over in her skimpy little outfit towards Will :: Not me!! Jameson Bardolph -> ::barks a laugh, still slightly too loud:: August Jax Robinson -> :::Stumbles some more:: Wooah Fiona Weber -> Mmmhmm. And just you remember that, Ms. Kasuga. ::glance:: And Mister Bardolph. Ayumu Kasuga -> Quite rightly Jameson Bardolph -> Doc? ::cocks head:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::Scoots over towards Kwai:: So...nice party eh? But why aren't you dancing? You're about as stuffy as the Admiral Capt Rian Kwai -> I'm sorry, :;shakes her head:: It'd be better if your mother did later. :;thinking a) she shouldn't get involved and B) might let the two of them start talking to each other again:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::steadies Jax with his free hand:: Walk normal. August Jax Robinson -> I am@ August Jax Robinson -> ! TireanBell -> ::slips as he jumps up on the table:: Capt Rian Kwai -> ::stiffens at the slight of Holly, looking visibly tense:: I prefer observing, Holly. ::tries to smile in hopes that'll ward of Holly:: STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::to holly:: The Admiral isn't Stuffy, You shouldnt talk about Auntie Blu like that. STSF_BluRox -> ::closes eyes and lets herself sink into one of those deep restful sleeps:: Fiona Weber -> Oh, shock. The Robinson woman is... inebriated. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::points at laughs:: Ayumu Kasuga -> and* Jameson Bardolph -> ::headswivel:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Ooooo...aren't you the tough one!? But.....really.....she is...lol STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::places hands on hips taking up for her Auntie:: Jameson Bardolph -> ((holly said "lol"?)) LtCmdrRobinson -> ((dont mock her, she will kill you)) STSF_BluRox -> <she tries to accomodate all ages...> TireanBell -> ::falls hitting the ground hard:: STSF_BluRox -> <since kids do nothing but text..she felt it appropriate> Jameson Bardolph -> ((::snickers::)) Ayumu Kasuga -> OOo... STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::gets an upset look on her face:: NO Shes NOT!! Im Going to tell her you said that. Shes the Admiral Shes the Best!! Fiona Weber -> ::glances at Bardolph, then back to Bell, and sighs:: I'm off-duty. If he breaks his head open, I'm not fixing it. Jameson Bardolph -> ::hears the thump from behind him; winces:: I told you! ::calling over his shoulder with a tone of faint triumph:: Ayumu Kasuga -> Heh, funny STSF_KBear -> Jenna> Come on Schawana Lets go back home. we will have your Mom take the gift to her for you, Lets go. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Isn't it your bedtime little one? This was an adult only party as well. August Jax Robinson -> ;:exits the Holodeck with Will:: STSF_BluRox -> +com+ Commander Kawalas, please pick up your daughter from Holodeck two. The party was listed as adult only this year please Capt Rian Kwai -> ::watching the play between the AI and the little girl, wondering which one of the could win in a fight:: STSF_KBear -> Jenna> Thank you Sirs We are leaving. Come on Schawana. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Hold on..I can help.. LtCmdrRobinson -> ::walks the Family Robinson into the lift and speeds away:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::beams both Jenna and Schawana back to her mother August Jax Robinson -> I think I am drunk? STSF_KBear -> ::Both appear back with Kania:: STSF_KBear -> Umm What happened? STSF_KBear -> Schawana> Mommy That lady said bad things about Auntie Blu! STSF_KBear -> Who Did. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::turns smuggly back to Rian:: So...back to what I was saying.......you need to loosen up! STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Go dance or something...you dont' have to stand her being the stone lady in her place STSF_KBear -> Jenna> Holly. She transported us back here. LtCmdrRobinson -> Defintily. STSF_KBear -> Oh boy ::shaking her head: LtCmdrRobinson -> It's ok though, I'm used to it. It's why I married you. LtCmdrRobinson -> ::grins:: STSF_KBear -> Schawana>Mommy I want to tell Auntie Blu what she said. Capt Rian Kwai -> Oh, I'm quite loose all ready, thank you. ::wary of the AI:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::heading down to thier quarters now:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::turns:: Oh darn..I was going to help Will out and send his bunch back home too so that we could dance some more, but I must have missed him when the kid was sititng here jawing at me August Jax Robinson -> ::Stumbles into their quarters:: no, it's how you married me Jameson Bardolph -> ::wanders over and nudges Bell gently with his boot:: STSF_BluRox -> <it's also how you ended up with Gunner> STSF_KBear -> Dont worry Schawana She will know, and Its past your bedtime. Thanks Jenna for taking her down there. TireanBell -> ::laying by the table with the lable cloth on him:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::gawks at Bell:: LtCmdrRobinson -> <well that and some very detailed explicit things, should I mention them? ^_^> Fiona Weber -> (So tell us, Blu, do you have a dice roll every time there's... ahem... action on Republic? A "Gunner" dice roll?) Capt Rian Kwai -> You like being the bouncer, eh, Holly? STSF_KBear -> Schawana I will take the present to Blu on my next shift. Fiona Weber -> ::watching the altercation between the Kawalas child and Holly and Kwai, finding it most entertaining:: STSF_BluRox -> <I don't...do you think I need to get a set of Gunner random dice?> August Jax Robinson -> <<He was a dice roll!>> Fiona Weber -> (With an "alcohol" anti-saving throw?) Fiona Weber -> (Oh, I definitely think you should!) STSF_BluRox -> <lol> Fiona Weber -> (I mean, it's not like Fiona's going to be in any danger...) LtCmdrRobinson -> ::puts Gunner to bed first, while Jax is sprawled out half on the bed and half on the floor:: August Jax Robinson -> Somethng is wrong with the gravity STSF_BluRox -> <ok..well, yea, yea he was a roll.....hee hee...but that was the first time that had happened> LtCmdrRobinson -> (random pregnancies are not above Blu's dice, so watch it) STSF_KBear -> Schawana> OK Mommy but dont forget. :: heads to her room to go to bed:: August Jax Robinson -> or the bed LtCmdrRobinson -> Maybe you have an inner ear imbalance. STSF_KBear -> ::listens while Jenna explains what happened in the Holodeck between Holly and Schawana:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Wait...I know....::snaps fingers and a really handsome trill guy shows up in front of Kwai::: Care to dance? August Jax Robinson -> ::Climbs onto the bed:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::Gets him settled and head back to August:: You look pitiful. Fiona Weber -> ::nearly spits out her punch when Trill-boyo appears:: Ayumu Kasuga -> :blink: Fiona Weber -> Oh gods. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::leans over to Kwai:: And later if you get along, you can play connect the dots!! August Jax Robinson -> ::Smiles:: Sweet talker Ayumu Kasuga -> Wow STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::snickers and moves off:: STSF_KBear -> <<LOL>> Capt Rian Kwai -> ::blinks:: Holly! ::lead away by the holo-Trill:: <m>First fly paper, now this? LtCmdrRobinson -> ::helps her get undressed:: You are going to feel like hell when you go on-shift August Jax Robinson -> ::tries to pull her jacket off, gets tangled up:: help! August Jax Robinson -> Help!! LtCmdrRobinson -> I am! You are the one making it difficult. August Jax Robinson -> ::Throws jacket across the room:: who said I am working tomorrow? TireanBell -> ::laying on the ground passed out:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::sighs:: STSF_BluRox -> HoloTrill:: Leads Rian out to the dance floor and starts doing the tango:: August Jax Robinson -> ::lays back:: hi Ayumu Kasuga -> ::sighs:: Fiona Weber -> ::le sigh:: August Jax Robinson -> ::hiccups:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::smiles:: Hi. Capt Rian Kwai -> ::caught in the web of the tango, making an absolute fool out of herself in the process:: LtCmdrRobinson -> Get some sleep. ::throws a blanket on her:: STSF_KBear -> Lets just hope Holly doesn't take it out on me or on Blu for Schawana getting mad at her. Schawana Loves BluRox. Since she never had a real Aunt, BluRox has somehow I think without aiming to, Filled the role in Schawana's eyes. Fiona Weber -> ::absolutely has to see that:: Fiona Weber -> ::small moment of pity for Kwai:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Grumbles:: you are no fun Fiona Weber -> ::Ayumu:: Holly seems to be rather... overbearing, for a hologram. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::will probably all be on Youtube in a matter of hours:: TireanBell -> ::still laying their with liqiour bottle in his right hand:: Ayumu Kasuga -> Yes, I have noticed that. Fiona Weber -> ::And Au'Tube:: STSF_BluRox -> HoloTrill>> No no....relax...just follow my lead.....yes, there you go.....be loose...step step step....look at me....away....look at me....away....Very good! August Jax Robinson -> Gunner> ::Starts crying:: Fiona Weber -> HoloTrill> ::probably programmed by some member of the Huff Dynasty:: Capt Rian Kwai -> ((ROFL)) LtCmdrRobinson -> Oh you woke him up. ::growls:: August Jax Robinson -> me! STSF_BluRox -> ACTION> Two little Holly's appear on Fiona's sholders...one dressed as a devil, one as an angel...What....us? Overbearing!! LtCmdrRobinson -> Just go to bed. Shhh. ::goes to take care of Gunner:: Ayumu Kasuga -> O_O Capt Rian Kwai -> Like this? ::step, step, step, loud laugh as she's dipped:: Ooookay.... August Jax Robinson -> ::Rolls over::(m) I woke him up... suure Fiona Weber -> ::glances from shoulder to shoulder, then skyward, as if to ask for divine patience:: STSF_BluRox -> HoloTrill> Excellent....wait...:: rose stem appears in Rian's mouth:: There we go! Fiona Weber -> Overbearing, yes. It's a wonder you... however many of you there are, haven't been reprogrammed. STSF_KBear -> Thanks Jenna, Have a good evening. There should still be time to go to the party if you want. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::looks up as well, seeing the stuck slice of toast on the ceiling:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::gives Gunner his toy phaser and he quiets down:: August Jax Robinson -> Gunner> ::Cries on:: STSF_BluRox -> Devil Holly> She as a point..you are overbearing...::looking at Angel Holly::: Ayumu Kasuga -> Praying to Ceiling Toast? STSF_BluRox -> Angel Holly> Me!? If anything, you're the one that's always starting all the trouble.. STSF_KBear -> <Jenna> No thank you, They have already spiked the punch and HOlly's in charge of it. Blu's no where around. Capt Kwai said she was in her quarters. STSF_BluRox -> Angel Holly> ::points at Rian: Like that! Fiona Weber -> Oh, shush, both of you. There are much more fun people to perch upon, I'm certain. STSF_BluRox -> Devil Holly> This one is stuffy too....not like the last few doctors we've had TireanBell -> ::moves a bit:: STSF_BluRox -> Angel Holly> Perhaps she needs to have a little fun!? Fiona Weber -> Stuffy? ::small smile:: I think that's a compliment. STSF_BluRox -> Devil Holly> We could put her in a vat of eggnog? LtCmdrRobinson -> <August you are making gunner sound bi-polar with our varying actions! thats all we need!> STSF_BluRox -> Angel Holly> No no..that would be messy August Jax Robinson -> :P August Jax Robinson -> ::opens eyes when Will comes back:: STSF_BluRox -> Devil Holly> Wait.I konw... Fiona Weber -> I think I need absolutely nothing. Capt Rian Kwai -> Hey, I think I'm getting the hang of this. ::sort of forgeting, but not quite, that her dance partner is a hologram:: Fiona Weber -> Perhaps a good night of sleep, or a coffee. ::crosses arms, feeling a headache coming back on:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::Wondering where this is going:: August Jax Robinson -> I need something to eat ::Sits up:: TireanBell -> ::starts screaming for no appearen't reason:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::Bell:: Cobras? LtCmdrRobinson -> So you can vomit it up 10 seconds later? LtCmdrRobinson -> I'll get you some toast. STSF_BluRox -> ACTION:: Fiona is suddenly in a pair of red felt and white fur trimmed hotpants and halter top. Ayumu Kasuga -> :o STSF_KBear -> anyway Jenna you have the next 2 days off. I have to report back to work on 100104 to my bridge post. See you at 07:30 STSF_BluRox -> Devil Holly> There you go...now you can go have some fun too~ Fiona Weber -> ::literally, and for the entire party to hear, screams bloody murder:: August Jax Robinson -> and a Taco! STSF_BluRox -> Holly's fade away snickering Ayumu Kasuga -> Screaming competition. I give this round to Fiona Fiona Weber -> What the devil... you... you... STSF_BluRox -> Someone in the crowd gives a catcall whistle at Fiona TireanBell -> ::takes off his uniform top starts walking around back andforth:: Fiona Weber -> ::starts lapsing into a heavier and heavier accent, looking at her outfit with abject horror:: LtCmdrRobinson -> And a taco. ::gets some food from the replicator for her Majesty:: Capt Rian Kwai -> ::freezes mid-step, gapping at Fiona:: Oooooh no. Fiona Weber -> How can she have... that can't be within regulations... I'm going to have her program utterly terminated. STSF_BluRox -> <get her a fish taco...that will help clearn her stomach> Ayumu Kasuga -> Someone Else in the Crowd?> :::throws a slice of toast at Bell:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::skips over:: Oh look! We match! STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Lovely dearie... Fiona Weber -> ::gives Holly the look of utter, Fiona-laden, icy doom:: Fiona Weber -> You. Capt Rian Kwai -> ::suddenly finds the Holo-Trill dance partner really not so bad all things considered:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Clapps when he returns:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Oh for Pete's sake....go have some fun:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::eats a burrito:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::at least you have the body for it..I could have put the little drunk man :: points at Bell into it:: Fiona Weber -> I am going to wring your holographic neck, and pay Jax set you up so you're my new SurgerySuite Training Program. Fiona Weber -> ::smirks in spite of herself:: STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::comes out in her PJs:: Night Mommy. Dont forget to give the present to Auntie BluRox. Fiona Weber -> Well, that's true. STSF_KBear -> I won't trust me. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::nods a well:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::rolls his eyes when she claps:: Here. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Oh.....a new challenge.....Will's not been so fun this last year....you just might need to be my ....new project! Fiona Weber -> Project. August Jax Robinson -> ::Places it on the night-table:: thanks Ayumu Kasuga -> ::sits on the chesterfield, eating some poutine and wiping her face with a serviette:: Fiona Weber -> ::arches eyebrow, crossing arms over the tight shirt in something between modesty and infuriation:: Project? STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::sees Bob-O and puts him in a matching outfit to Fiona:: Hummm..not so good on him with that gut hanging over eh? TireanBell -> :: finds a bush goes behind it:: August Jax Robinson -> BobO> ::Grunts:: I knew I shouldn't have come Fiona Weber -> ::cringes:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::instantly beams Bell to the Brig for attempting to soil her Holodeck:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Knocks Will over and leans on him:: LtCmdrRobinson -> What is wrong with you lady? TireanBell -> ::is beamed out:: LtCmdrRobinson -> ::sits down on the bed:: Ayumu Kasuga -> :D Fiona Weber -> Well, at least that little issue's taken care of. STSF_BluRox -> Fred> ::hands Bob another eggnog:: Nah..it's just the drink..you're imagining it all Fiona Weber -> Now, Holly, darling, sweetcakes, would you please give me my clothes back? August Jax Robinson -> nothing is wrong with me.. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> I shouldn't...but you're no fun.....Bob there.is mch more fun Capt Rian Kwai -> ::progressed from the tango to the cha-cha with her dance partner:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Smiles:: TireanBell -> ::finds himself in the brig:: Fiona Weber -> Perhaps you could be his girlfriend? Fiona Weber -> ::smiles nicely at Holly:: Fiona Weber -> He could be your new "project". STSF_BluRox -> HOLLY> Zaps Fiona's uniform back on her, except it is now green instead of blue:: Fiona Weber -> ::will take it:: August Jax Robinson -> ::Leans in and huggles:: Fiona Weber -> Thank you, Holly. I do so appreciate it. Fiona Weber -> ::feathers slowly unruffling:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> oh no....I think...you will do just fine. I was going to make it Spots over there...::points to Kwai:: but..you'll be more fun.. Fiona Weber -> ::slowly uncrosses arms:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> oops.gotta go get another cheeseball! STSF_BluRox -> Holly> Zips away LtCmdrRobinson -> ::is hugged:: Oh no August, its no fun when you're drunk and I'm not. Fiona Weber -> ::watches Holly leave, warily:: Ayumu Kasuga -> ::finds it most comical:: August Jax Robinson -> not my fault you didn't drink TireanBell -> ::shows his security pass and exits the brig:: Fiona Weber -> ::looks slightly exhausted, and slightly miserable: Why didn't I have some sherry at the start of this thing. August Jax Robinson -> ::rests head on him:: I love you Jameson Bardolph -> ((::scowls and mutters a long stream of oaths in the midst of which the word "Comcast" is faintly discernible::)) STSF_KBear -> Schawana> ::hugs her Mom and goes to bed:: Fiona Weber -> ::keeping an eye on Holly, now -- can't be a bad idea:: LtCmdrRobinson -> I know but one of us has to stay sober at all times, until that kid is out of here. LtCmdrRobinson -> I love you too. STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::sends toast and cheeseballs to everyone's replicators so that they have a snack when they get back TireanBell -> ::enters TL:: heads for his quarters:: Jameson Bardolph -> ::has probably left and is heading to his quarters by now:: STSF_BluRox -> Holly> ::may have forgotten with one certain one...to stop at one..with multiple cheesballs filling the cabinet, then starting to roll aross the countertops August Jax Robinson -> you do huh ::Lifts brow;: TireanBell -> ::wondering the corridors:: Fiona Weber -> (Oh, god, not my Sickbay...) STSF_KBear -> ::sees the toast and cheese ball appear:: UT OH Hollys at it again. STSF_BluRox -> <2 minute warning> TireanBell -> ::punches the pannel +computer+ Computer I want to know where my quarters are! STSF_KBear -> +Rian+ K Kawalas to KWai Fiona Weber -> All right... ::Kasuga:: Stop by tomorrow morning if you need a detox hypo. ::smirks at Kwai from across the floor:: Oh, do enjoy yourself, Captain. August Jax Robinson -> ::bites toast:;: Ayumu Kasuga -> Ok, I will. Thanks. Ayumu Kasuga -> ::eats a cheese ball:: Fiona Weber -> ::makes a deft exit from the party when Holly's nowhere to be seen:: Capt Rian Kwai -> ::paused mid-dip again, sighs, hanging in air as she taps her commbadge:: +Kawalas+ This is Kwai, go ahead. STSF_BluRox -> Action> About 50 cheesballs fill up Fiona's replicator and counter threatening to spill out and start rolling acroos the floor Jameson Bardolph -> ::returns to his quarters and notes the food; makes for it gratefully, not really thinking to wonder where it came from:: Fiona Weber -> ::eminently nervous about this whole business, doesn't trust Holly with a ten-foot pole:; STSF_BluRox -> TangoTrill> ::sticks Rose back in Kwai's mouth::: party...tango...no business August Jax Robinson -> ::nudges Will, not letting him sleep:: STSF_KBear -> +Rian+ Kwai, Is eveything going on ok down there? I just had a cheese ball and toast appear on my replicator. Jameson Bardolph -> ::noms:: STSF_BluRox -> and... Ayumu Kasuga -> Renault Twingo! ::passes out:: STSF_BluRox -> PAUSE SIM

A Joint log between Acting Ensign Swan, Lt Eagle and Commander Alces Eagle and the twins entered sickbay. The twins eyes wide with wonderment at the facilities. Katherine was sitting in her office watching the monitor where the Cmdr. laid. She just hoped this would work. She heard the doors swish and stood, walking to meet whomever had entered. When she saw the Twins and Eagle she sighed a sigh of relief. "Hello Mr Eagle." "Hello Doctor Swan" came Eagles reply, I do not remember if you had met my daughter and son. Well if not,here they are. I had briefly conveyed to them the procedure we are going to be participating in. They have given their full consent and understand the situation." Katherine Smiled. "Oh I know them quite well Mr Eagle. They were the ones that brought you out of your trouble a short while back. That's why I had asked if you and they could be of help." Eagle took a pause for a second before replying . That was of course very true. He had been treated with the inclusion of the twins in his recovery although a few short term memory issues apparently remained. " Of course Doctor, forgive the momentary lapse of memory. Now shall we be about the procedure?." "Well there is a 2 fold reason I have asked for your help. One being your mental capabilities and the other Your background. When I was entering your information in the computer files, I saw that you are also a doctor. I'm still new at this and not as familiar with the symbiot process as I feel I need to be in this situation. The Commanders situation is delicate in more ways than one. This procedure can not get out to anyone, not even the Captain. Nodding his head in understanding, Eagle positioned the twins into place. " I have my Doctorate doctor, and am a skilled surgeon in my past life Doctor. Now you are the doctor." Pausing before beginning the meld procedure. " Doctor I will of course assist you in any way possible, and of course this is a very private and personal contact that is to begin." With that, Eagle and the twins began to link. The twins carefully placed their small hands into position both on the Commander, and then on Eagle. "Doctor you may desire to record all that is spoken, I cannot guarantee I will remember everything." With that the twins began the merging and melding of minds. "I had planned on that, since you don't remember the twins helping you." Katherine calls out to the computer, "Computer begin recording the conversation in this room." She knew it would only be what was said in room that was picked up because of them being in Isolation. "I'm ready when you are. The Commander was in a bit of pain so I gave him a light dose of sedative to make him comfortable. Hopefully the Symbiot will still be able to speak to you." Eagle could hear the Doctors words in the distant sense, as in to a dream state. The twins were delving deeper into a space that engulfed his mind. The thought of seeking out only the symbiot's consciousness was placed deeply prior to the event. Alces begins feeling the presence of those around him. Even though Zar sleeps, He can feel the presence of the 3 minds beginning to connect to him. Eagle could begin to hear, in his own mind, the contact between the twins and the symbiot. The communication had appeared to take it by surprise a bit at first. He could feel the actual withdrawal of the symbiot until the virtual minds of the little ones, assuring it there was absolutely zero harm intended. The images and thoughts began to emerge into Eagles own level of consciousness as he began to repeat verbally what was inquired to the symbiot Alces, and subsequently the response. The twins assured the symbiot of the necessity of privacy would be assured, however they assured it the literal danger both to he and the host. Alces becomes comfortable with the meld and begins questioning the need for it. "You need something that Zar can not provide. The drug needed can be replicated but it can also be manufactured. You will need several components to do so. The compound is made up of 3 different drugs. The first is that of a non-rejection drug called Coralline, you will need 80 units, Second is an analgesic called Asinolyathin, you will need 50 units of this drug. Hydrocortilene can also be used as a backup to Coralline's unavailability but only 20 units of this one. The third is Tesokine, you need 30 units of this one. These three drugs, when intereacting together, will make up the compound Benzocyatizine. Once you have the compound made, Alces will need several doses over a few days, only 2 to 3 hours apart. The dose should be no more than 2 units at a time. The Isoboramine levels will have to be monitored every 30 minutes to make sure they do not go to high. This too can be a problem." Dr Swan monitors the meld and the variables on the console. If anything started to show going wrong, She would get Eagle to break the link between them. She then takes a tricorder and scans the twins as well as Eagle himself. She softly spoke to Eagle, "I need all of the ingreidents to make the drug. The amounts of everything. I can not replicated it. It will be recorded and will break the privacy the Commander asked for." Eagle began to relay the various componets to the Doctor for the drug necessary to possibly restore Alces back to normal. This was unknown and unexplored territory. The symbiot began to desire to relinquish the meld, though not offensive, it reacted like one might when overly taxed. Eagle began to urge the twins to break the meld. Dr Swan, not noticing the intended breaking off of the meld, lightly touches Eagle's arm. "Eagle, Eagle The twins vitals are starting to show taxing, We need to get them to come out of it." She again looks down at her tricorder worried about potentual damage being done to the youngsters. Eagle had touched the twins hands, in mind anyway, holding them close. They began the walk back to consciousness together. She scans the twins again to check them over as they all began coming around. "Eagle I want them to stay here for a while for them to recover. This was more taxing on them than it was when they helped you. I don't want to take any chances here with their young lives. " Katherine had the deep face of concern for the twins welfare. She could not bare the thought of something happening to them after they had done something she had asked them to do. She lightly touched the two on the backs as they came back to consciousness. "Eagle Are you ok?" Eagle opened his eyes and looked first instinctively at his children. The strain had been very taxing on all concerned indeed. The twins moved from the position they had previously occupied. Eagle gently reached out as each in turn drew close to him and cuddled up on his lap, as he had taken a seat next to the bio bed the Commander was on. Eagle looked at Doctor Swan with a knowing look on his face and smiled. "Doctor...they will be fine. All we need to do right now is return home to quarters and rest.". Katherine knelt down next to the trio. She had called a nurse to bring the three of then some juice to at least try to get some sugar into them. "Eagle I want to keep you all here. Doctor or not, I want to keep all three of you under observation at least for the next few hours. You can take them to Isolation unit 2 if you wish. I will not give in on this, I want you all here where I can monitor you. Looking bemused a bit Eagle smiled and gathered the twins up and headed in the direction of ISO unit #2. "Very well Doc, I understand. By the way Kat, I think my wife, their mother, would have liked you.She too helped me find a way after her death". Eagle just turned and entered the room with the twins commenting back over his shoulder. " She would have helped you too find your way, for you really do need help". Katherine gave Eagle a look of bewilderment. She didn't reply to him but allowed the trio to go into the room and gave orders to allow them to remain there uninterrupted until she came back later to check on them. She knew they would need time to rest and doing anything now would only tax them further, even the slightest of Exams. After the door was close Kat moved to the lab to try to piece things together on her own. Still wondering in the back of her mind what Eagle meant by the comment about 'Her really needing help and his wife being able to give it to her.' Two hours had passed and Kat was no closer to getting the compound made than she was before. She decided to go check on Eagle and the twins to see how they were faring. She lightly tapped on the door to ISO unit 2, "Mr Eagle?" The twins awoke Eagle as they always did, watching him as he slept. He could actually feel them looking 'in him', another prank he had found Vulcan children had learned at an early age. He heard the tapping at the door as he opened his eyes ,still holding the twins whom by now were fully awake and exhibiting signs of being hungry, and fully recovered. Dr Swan slowly opened the door to the room and was happy to see the children in the condition they were. "I see you all have recovered well, at least the children have. What about you Mr. Eagle. You still look a bit tired." Eagle rose and shifted his position to the edge of the bed. "I am a bit tired still Doctor, remember they are half Vulcan and extremely resilient. Unfortunately we are not so young anymore, eh?" . He grinned as he spotted the small impish grin forming at the corner of T'Linnas mouth. Katherine picked up a tricorder and scanned the bunch checking all of their vitals. She had looked at the room monitors before she stepped in the room knowing there had been no troubles during their rest period, but she wanted that one last scan to be sure they were all good to go. " You are correct there Mr Eagle." She placed the tricorder back into her pocket and continued. "Mr Eagle, Or in this case Dr Eagle. I am in need of your help getting the compound together to give to the Commander. If we do not get the isoboramine levels up in his system soon we may loose the Symbiot. If we do that we may loose him also." Eagle looked at Kat with an understanding look. " Well Doctor...from one Doc to another, I absolutely agree with the urgency of the compilation of the necessary compounds to form Democratizing and a regiment of treatment must be established.". I will return shortly while you are setting up the lab with possible resources for the necessary compounds we will need to process the necessary drug into the final rendering for the Commander. I must take these two right now back to their Nanny. I have promised them a rare Terran delight they do enjoy and relish". Turning towards the door and walking with the twins towards the Commander. " I have to get them a Cheese burger, salad and shake". T'Linna tugged and whispered to Eagle, "And some ice cream Father". Looking at Kat Eagle shrugged and smiled. " And ice cream. They have earned it I think. Doctor do not be concerned I will return shortly". "I have the lab set already. I have been attempting to set the compound while you rested but have not had any luck thus far. Please Eagle be quick. We don't have much time left." She watched him nod to her as he exited the door of Sickbay. She slowly turned and went again into ISO Unit #1 and checked on the Commander. She had only given him a light dose of the sedative but he was still sleeping. As she did another scan, she only became more worried. "Commander Alces, hang on. We will get this taken care of for you. Just hang on for me."

<<A Joint Log between Kat Schawnsee and Arch Angelis>> Kat had sat down on the couch in their quarters living area. She was struggling with the fact that they had found themselves within another time once again. She was trying hard to keep her emotions in check, but was beginning to falter. She looked up as Arch enters through the door and looks up to him with a worried look in her eyes. "Hi Arch," she says in a subtle voice. Arch Angel had entered the room and literally dropped the potato soup and French bread onto the meager coffee table, as he looked into and onto the livid visage of his wife, Her long stare speaking quantum sentences without the first utterance. She looked at the soup and bread on the table and looked back to Arch. "Hun? That looks good but..." she trails off knowing what he's going to say to her but she just wasn't in the mood to eat. She had to many things swirling in her mind. The visions of the Ship exploding once again and the vision of her husbands fighter being destroyed by the debris. "I'm just glad to see you." She stands and wraps her arms around his neck and begins to sob softly. Angel gently pulled Schawnsee...into a full embrace...knowing all to well the circumstances from the "other" timeline...and kisses her gently on her cheek as to reinforce he is real..and not a mere phantom. Looking at her so defenseless and open had opened another part of Angel....the one that defied the present state of affairs on the Reaent...::. "I'm sorry for making you bring something home. I'm just not hungry right now. Angel I know the ship is real. I know you are real. I just don't understand why the effect of the time being different is having such an effect on me." She leans her head against his shoulder once more. " I just don't know how much more I can take of this." The tears start welling up in her eyes as she talks. Angel Gently strokes her face, " My little one, all is as it should be. I fully understand your crux....as it pertains to us, and this damn ship. As time goes along it is quite the "Damned Ship", hell instead of Reaent. It should have been named the Flying Dutchmen, but that is a place for rumors, and myths. I do know the personal hell you have been going through my love.... I assure you I will be along side you." As Kat sobs with her face buried in his uniform, she continues. "Hun, I know you are here and always will be but I don't know how much more of this I can take. Even though you are here, I do not know how to explain it but that I still feel all alone." She takes a few breaths before continuing. "I just don't know where else to turn." Angel looks down and with almost a totally clam cool voice says , "My love, if in doubt, where do we always turn to when in dire need? The Elders of course and the spirit that has been my own personal salvation through all that has occurred. And by the way my arms are always open and willing to hold you for all time, which ever eternity we are part of." As soon as Angel spoke his last word, a message came over both of the com badges. "ALL DEPARMENT HEADS, REPORT TO THE CONFERENCE ROOM IN 10 MINUTES FOR A MEETING WITH THE CAPTAIN. HAVE ALL REPORTS READY AND IN HAND." They bother looked at each other and stood for another minute just holding each other in their embrace neither wanting to let go.

Kat is sitting up in the chair in the isolation ward. She had had the injection and the talk with Dr Curtis. She just had to wait now until the scan to see if everything was back to normal or not. As she sat there she picked up the book that Tkar had brought her, opened it and began reading the poems in it. She seemed to be able to concentrate on things a lot better now than she had been able to before. Maybe the treatment was working. Angelis had been through probably the busiest past 23 hours he had recently known...first the target practice of the Alert fighters...then the taking out of two of the new prototype fighters for trial runs with his friend Commander Scherer...he easily slipped into the the quiet sickbay now at this late hour,sage and cedar in hand once again. Kat heard something and sat the book down, thinking it was one of the nurses coming in to do their nightly check on her. She waited looking at the door. The blasted nursing staff appeared out of what seemed nowhere...,they were of course doing their assigned duties,however each and every approach and question from the staff merely delayed his opportunity to see his wife for a short time..while he was still awake ...before he had to get some rest. Clearing the last nurses station...and the always present question..."What is in the package sir?" He honestly felt like telling them "None of your damn business actually", but as usual he refrained and allowed the inspection...Angel tapped on his beloveds room". Kat acquired a worried look on her face. None of the nurses had ever knocked they just entered. The docs knocked but only out of curtosy and they were both off duty at this time of night. Kat said with an almost shocked sound in her voice, "Enter?" Peeking around the door frame as it slid open Angel looked on the beauty that was his wife...He could not restrain the smile as he looked in and saw her actually up and reading a book no less, However she was the most dear and beautiful visage he had seen recently,at least in his eyes. Kat saw Angel peek his face around the doorway. Her eyes lightened up and she jumped to her feet rushing over to him, wrapping her arms around him and began crying. "Thank the elders.... your still alive..... Why have you taken.... so long to come..... to visit me." She says crying as she leans her head on his chest and then looks up to meet his downward gaze. Angel was taken a bit by suprise rush from Schawnsee...However it soon melded to her wrapping her lovely arms around his waist,He instinctively looked down and squatted a bit to embrace her. " I have been visiting as time allows little one",He grinned and softly held one hand over her head as he stroked and ran his fingers through her lovely hair,taking in her scent he had for so long missed. "I must admit though you were not exactly concious when I managed a sneak visit...you were resting,and I am sure you needed it....but you did get the teas and sage and cedar ,right".? Kat sniffled and smiled trying to stop the crying. "I did. I saw it had been brought but wasn't sure when or if it was you or not. Angel, I thought you were gone. I saw the fighters and the Reaent explode. Dr Curtis is telling me that somehow I was a part of two alternate time lines. Its all still a bit confusing but I am so glad you didnt die as I had seen. I dont know if I can handle not having you with me any more." She took a deep breath and wiped her eyes once again with her sleeve. Looking at her...and gently wiping her tears away,with his hand as well as her sleeve...."" Now there thats quite enough of that,unless those are tears of joy you are shedding, I am very much alive my love,and be assured without you....my heart I would not desire to be here and living as well.". He gently kissed each of her cheeks before drawing her close and a gentle kiss on those lovely lips,gazing into the most lovely eyes he has known for so many years. Her smile let him know she missed him as well as that her condition was getting better. She was starting to get her normal glow back to her face. "I had a dream and was spoken to by the Elders. Angel I'm sorry for not believing you, and for the trouble I may have caused." Looking deep into her eyes..."Schawnsee my love ...you have been no trouble,at least not to me...he chortled out a chuckle ,I love you and do know what you must have been going through...and yes, I am dead...in another time another place,however you must take into account my wife...you disappeared and reappeared as well...wll,from my communications with our "elders as well"...there are alternerative paths,times...,where's,..what was revealed to me is...you are here,as am I, And I am eternally grateful you are my love. I know what Doc has been saying...I do get a report on my wife after all <feigned suprise insert> ,I am convinced there may have been actual switches in the time stream...however the ones present in either universe are "exactly" the same,or else they could not survive...and you are my wife,down to the last molecule...and more importantly...the last memory that non other but we know.::slipping her more deeply in his arms::. She began to tire some and back towards her bed still holding her husbands hands. She reached around and lifted the book from the table next to her bed. "Look what Tkar brought me. A book of Vulcan poems. Some are quite good." She sat on the bed looked into her husbands eyes once more. "I hope I get to come home soon. The doctors need to be sure that the imbalance is corrected and will not cause any more trouble before they release me." She gripped his hands tighter. Angel paused to look at the Vulcan book of poems...nodding and quietly thanking T'Kar..." I see you are reading from the top ten best sellers list my dear. looking back at her gaze..." I am sure you will be back home ...soon my little one...in the mean time,it has been now 26 hours for me ...without sleep ,more counting the ones without you,or your touch,the hour is late,and grant you. This is not our honeymoon suite on Risa...Hon I need your touch so desperately...to hold you,perhaps I could just hold you tonight,and let us both rest in our arms...together?. "I do not think the Nurses would allow that Angel," She smiled at the thought but contnued, " It should not be long now that I am released. Well the nurses have made their rounds my love,and it would be so little time...but I understand,if you would rather wait...hanging his head a little lower:: I understand my love, "I think it best. " she leaned towards him once more and again wrapped her arms around him. "I must get some sleep also. I have another session with Dr Curtis in the morning. We have been talking at least once a day." She moves back into her bed and smiles placing her hand on his face. "You need slep also or you will not be able to fly without putting yourself and or your team in danger. I'll have Dr Matthews contact you when she finishes the scans and she can tell us together the results." Taking her small hand in his,gently holding it to his face and kissing it...."Well if that is the way it has to be then...so be it" ,he stood still holding her hand.."However Mrs.Angelis, I will not entertain or go along with this seperation from my wife much longer,or seperation.." Mocked stern voice.., Angel simled again ...for once in so long of a time,an exhausted smile to be sure...but a smile non the less". Schawnsee: Kat smiled and swung her feet back up on her bed and began pulling the covers over her, the weiriness now showing on her face. "Good night my love. I will be home soon. I promise." Kissing her gently while assuring she was covered and warm..."Indeed you shall my love,I am waiting for your speedy return...he turned to look at Schawnsse as he opened the door.."Sleep well and rest my love,sooon we will be back together",he simply exited...exhausted,now seeking their bed..and home.

Schawnsee sat on the biobed that had been indicated by Doctor Matthews. She knew that with everyone worried about her, that if she didn't, she would be pulled from duty. At the moment that seemed to be the only thing that seemed right in this world. She was still in command of Security. She took a deep breath. "All right Dr. Matthews, didn't we go through this a week or so ago? I didn't know we were doing physicals every other week now. Or is this something new since they think we are out of our minds, when we said we saw the Reaent Blow up into a millions pieces." Her tone was a sarcastic one, not like any other time She had ever spoken to the Doctor. She watched as Deb, began scanning her ever so slowly. The CMO kept her eyes fixed on the readouts produced by the biobed's internal scanners but there was no way she could miss Kat Schawnsee's acerbic tone. Even before the exam began, the security chief exhibited a somewhat defensive attitude during her brief exchange with Lieutenant Angelis. Deb glanced back toward her office where the Lieutenant waited for his wife. He was pacing and though he tried to focus elsewhere, he kept looking in her direction. It was obvious he was concerned. "Your last physical was over a month ago," replied Deb with a small chuckle. "It just feels like it was last week." She met Kat's gaze and smiled warmly. "And you're not crazy.....neither am I or any of the others who made it off the Reaent in those escape pods. And we have the sensor logs to prove it." The CMO watched Schawnsee closely as she spoke hoping to pick up on any subtle changes in the security chief's mindset. "At the same time," continued Deb evenly. "It was an extremely disturbing event for everyone involved....some more so than others." Debbie stepped to the small equipment tray placed at the head of the biobed. "I haven't handled it all that well myself, " she continued calmly. She returned to the biobed and offered Kat a sad smile. "I keep thinking this is all a dream. I'm going to wake up at any moment and find myself back in a Romulan brig." Kat watched as Deb maneuvered around the biobed. "Doc, I don't just keep thinking it, I believe it to be true. I have this odd feeling that we are still on that Romulan ship and they do doing some type of experimenting with us. I don't know how to explain it." Kat looks around and the sits up getting a little closer to Deb's ear as to be a bit more secretive. "Doc, I think they are trying to get us comfortable with what's going on around us so that we end up giving them information they need to get to the Federation. Everyone I have spoken to is giving all of the right answers, not just the *right* ones, but almost perfect ones. Look at Angel, when would he ever stand in your office and pace and not leave me in your care, and NOT go back to his post. In the TL on the way down here, he told his newest pilot to run drills without him? That's not the Angel I know. There are other things also. Lets just say that I don't think we are were we are being told we are." Kat laid back down on the biobed and rolled her eyes. She thought to herself, 'And when have you ever given physicals once a month.' She looked over to Angel pacing, noticing the Counselor in the doorway looking on. She then looked back to Deb. "Well, Doc Can I go back to work? NOW??" Again her sarcasm showed, as if she had something to prove. The CMO smiled warmly at her patient and friend. "And no, you can't go back to work right now. I have some additional tests to run. We need another encephalographic profile on you so we're going to run a hyperencephalogram.....get a picture of brain circuitry pattern.....make sure everything is okay." Kat just rolled her eyes again. "FINE, More tests. Whatever." She took a deep breath and huffed it out again. The more Kat talked, the worse Debbie felt. Dr. Curtis was right. Schawnsee was in deep trouble. Her paranoia alone was enough to alarm anyone. She forced the concern from her voice and spoke as casually as possible. "I've heard the Romulans are proficient at mind games, but do you really believe they have the expertise to pull off an illusion of this magnitude?" She surveyed the expansive Sickbay as she continued. "There are hundreds of people on this ship alone not to mention everyone on Starbase 1123. I don't think the Romulan's are capable of replicating our ship, a starbase and thousands of individuals so perfectly we wouldn't suspect they were artificial." She paused a moment to examine the latest readout from the biobed. "As far as Angel is concerned, you're his wife. He loves you. Of course he's concerned about you." She offered Kat a knowing smile. "He's opted to put you before his responsibility to the ship. Think about it. There's no emergency on the horizon. Does it matter if he's with the fighter wing as they run a practice drill? No, not at all. You, on the other hand, are the love of his life. What happens to you is more important than anything else. It's only right that he be here.... with you." "I think the Romulans are quite crafty. They have been at this a long time. Who knows what they can do. Has anyone ever been near their training facilities? Or even their research areas? I kind of doubt it." Kat then changes the subject. "Let's get this Hyperwhatevergram going. I think I've been here long enough already. I want to start doing some deep checking out of our *New* captain. I want to see if his back story has any flaws in it. I can't to that until I get out of here." Kat looks over towards Angel and the Psychiatrist Curtis. "I hope they have the extra time to sit and wait." Schawnsee lets out a deep sigh once again and waits for Deb to start this test she's talking about. Debbie lightly rested a hand on Kat's shoulder. "It will take about half an hour. But I'll try to hurry and don't worry about what Angel and Dr. Curtis are up too. Just lay here and relax." She grinned at the security chief and then crossed the room to order one of the technicians to bring over the equipment and set it up. Upon returning to her patient and noted Kat's blood pressure was elevated. It had been rising steadily since the exam began, another indication that Schawnsee was agitated. A moment later, the technician arrived with the necessary equipment and immediately went to work setting it up. "Try to remain still if you can," requested Deb. "That will go a long way to speed up the process." She activated the scanner and then maneuvered around the biobed to get a clear view of Kat's eyes. "Just relax, my friend," she whispered softly. "This won't take long. As the equipment was set up around her head, Kat became more and more nervous. It was visible in her eyes as well in her vital signs. Her heart rate and breathing both quickened in rate. "You keep saying that. Something tells me this isn't going to be pleasant." Kat watched Deb move to the new position. She looked around again with her eyes instead of her head as the scan began, trying to keep her head still for the testing. It was going to be hard but she was going to try. She took one last deep long breath and looked back to Deb with an almost worried look in her eyes. She looked back up to the ceiling in Sickbay and as the test went along she felt more and more closed in. Her breathing quicken as her mind went back in time to when she saw the fighter containing her husband explode. A few moments later she let out a visible jump and her heart skipped a beat as well as a short stop in her respiration, as the entire Reaent exploded. She closed her eyes tightly as a tear was squeezed from each one and ran down the side of her head into her hairline. The CMO remained at Schawnsee's bedside as the equipment silently went about its task. "It's okay," she assured Kat as the security chief shot a terrified look in Deb's direction. "This won't hurt at all. I promise... you won't feel a thing." She frowned as Kat closed her eyes and seemingly retreated into a dark place in the not too distant past. The patient's heart and respiration rates increased precipitously. Debbie glanced across the room to where Dr. Curtis and Angel waited. She didn't want to jump the gun but she was almost positive the encephalographic profile would show a marked difference from the one on record from Kat's last annual physical. A soft beeping sound broke the silence indicating the scan was complete. Debbie nodded to the technician who immediately removed the equipment and started processing the data for review. The new profile was on the screen within a couple of minutes. And just above it was the baseline profile run several months earlier. "We're finished with you for now," announced Debbie cheerfully. She took Kat's hand and helped her to a sitting position. "I'll call you when we have the results. It should be a couple of hours." Kat sat up and looked at Deb. "Debbie, I'm still having the flash backs." She sobs slightly as she continues, "I keep seeing it play over and over in my head. It happened while the testing was going on." Kat wipes the tears from her eyes and looks back to where the others were. "Debbie I just want to be alone. I don't want to be around anyone. Do you mind if I just stay in the isolation ward? I won't be any trouble." Again she wipes her face as she sniffles a bit. "Please I just want to be alone," she says begging not to leave. Debbie felt her own eyes misting as she reached for Kat's hands. At least Schawnsee was opening up about it. "You're not the only one," whispered Deb, squeezing her friends hands. "And it's okay with me if you stay here. Nobody is in isolation right now so you'll have the place to yourself. I'll come get you when we're ready to discuss test results." She watched sorrowfully as Kat slipped off the biobed and wiped her eyes. Nodding to the nearby technician, she ordered that he escort Schawnsee to the isolation ward and see to it she was comfortable. As they walked away, Debbie turned back toward Dr. Curtis and Angel. Drawing a deep breath, she headed in their direction. There was no point in delaying the inevitable. She had to break the news to them so they could all decide how to tell Kat. Kat was escorted to the isoward and was helped to be made comfortable. She laid on the biobed and put her face into the pillow and sobbed.

Kat walked down the corridor with her own people following her. She was not happy that her weapon was taken from her by her own team, but was glad to see them doing their job without prejudice. This was not something they had been trained for and she was glad to see them handling it so will and professional, leaving their personal feelings out of the equation. Kat moved into sickbay with the others that had been in the pod. Wim had been taken off, to where she did not know. She was asked to sit in a chair to await her turn to be "checked out." It was procedure and she knew it but still was unhappy about having to go through it. As she sat there waiting her turn she saw Cmdr Ridire slip in and walk towards his wife. Somehow he had managed to do so without her feeling it. Kat sat back and watched, still thinking that this may be a trap. If this was the real Cmdr Ridire, wouldn't his wife feel his presence? She knew if it were Her sitting there and Angel had come up behind her she would have known and or felt it. It didn't take being a betaziod to have a sixth sense about a loved one being that close. To Kat this still seemed as if it was a trap. Something nagged at her gut. That was one thing Kat could always depend on. If her gut had a badddddd feeling about something, there was normally something not right with the situation. Kat sat on the chair awaiting the exam, praying to the Creator that Angel WAS still alive and that her gut feeling was wrong for once, and this WAS the real Reaent that had come to their rescue.

::Lady in the doorway:: HEY Wait your turn. OH OK IF you think you can make it you can go first. Be my guest.

Yes Happy Birthday Admiral BluRox, and many many many more.

Kat begins walking away from the rest of the team to meet up with Angel. He had spoken of an idea before the meeting adjourned and she wanted to hear more about it. Once she heard all he had to say then she would reconvene the team and discuss the options open. Angel was making his way back to the rest of the department heads, pausing for a moment seeing they had adjourned, he patiently waited as Schawnsee approached. Smiling, Angel stands there looking around the quiet corner next to the TL. "My love." "Hi Hun, I hope your meeting with Cmdr. Ridire went well?" Schawnsee says stepping up to him, smiling back. "The meeting went rather well indeed. Better in fact than I had hoped, No worries there. I apologize for my absence from the team meeting. Was there anything additional the team needed from me, other than what was stated in the main meeting?" "I would like to hear more about it. I mean all of the pros and cons. Anything that may be gray I would like made black and white. Ridire placed me the head of this team and I want to make sure that nothing can go wrong." She states as she motions back to the observation lounge and turns to take a step in that direction. Looking back at the observation lounge he turns and enters the TL as it opens. "Come on, I have a final inspection of the crews and flight deck to tend to. I'll explain on the way. Join me?" He says nodding his head to the open lift. Kat looks from the lounge to the lift. "All right let's go." She turns back around and steps in the lift and waits for Angel. Angel watches as the doors close. He sighs out loud. The obvious stress on his features, he looks at Schawnsee. "You know as well as I do there are no absolute guarantees on any mission. There is always the constant variable. That being said my dear, I have carefully laid out a plan of action, if need be, with all of the full redundant checks in place. I am implementing a three wave assault if necessary. The first wave is at the gate, second wave within strike distance, the third to protect this ship and aid in the event of engagement." Turning to her as the lift moves to its destination, "I just have a knot in my stomach. Something seems out of place and I have my suspicions. Be that as they may, I have the ship and crew as my main concerns. We are ready to react at a moments notice." "Explain what's bothering you. What seems to be out of place." Kat says as she leans back against the wall of the lift as it moves. "Well, my love, have you really stepped back and considered our position and what has transpired? I smell a Rat and it has the distinct odor of black Ops from the fleet. I may be wrong, but..." He hesitates a moment and begins again. "That being said, our primary concern to me appears to be our very survival and returning home with as much Intel as possible." Angel says looking into his wife's face. "Do You have reservations about closing the wormhole? Is that what's leading you to black ops?" Kat asks. "Ah well..." he starts to say as the lift stops and then he shrugs.

Katherine Swan is being led around my the guards as Ken instructed. She looks from room to room as they pass and asks, "How many folks did you house here at one time? And how many folks were lost?" She turns back from looking into the room and back to the guard as he answered her. Looking beyond the screen at a place on the wall, Eagle tensed his jaw. He looked at Ken, the words trying to form. "Ken this depicts Genocide, mass genocide, how did you get the video back from your killed operative?" Ken nods looking at the now blank screen. "Now you see what we had to deal with Mr Eagle." He then turns looking at Eagle's face. "We are just trying to hide so we do not have to go through all this again. The Government has changed." Malik looked at Thoros, Sam, Doug, and Tom then spoke "Guys, we should go ahead and start our search. It was requested by the Away Team leader." Pilot then turned to check his phaser and he then un-holsters his tricorder. "Let's move, shall we?" Brian stood with the rest of the survey team and looked around the decaying buildings of the town "I am not sure what we expect to find in the rest of these buildings." Doug scans with his tricorder attempting to maintain the security lock as order. He didn't want to be the one to first say, 'Umm their gone.' Tom stands guard outside the building that Eagle and Swan were lastseen going into. Looking over to Kent, "Nervous?" Sam had her tricorder out and was scanning for any signs of life in the abandoned buildings. She was nervous but excited; this was a much more complicated situation than she had expected when they were assigned to go down the the planet. She looked at Tom. "A little bit. This isn't quite what I thought we were getting into." Back inside the building Ken moves towards a small cabnet as he answers Mr Eagle He stops and turns to Eagle again. "I can not disclose that Mr. Eagle, but We obtained it." He then turns and moves away from the veiw screen and grabs a glass. "Can I interest you in something to drink? Eagle speaks up once more, "I understand Ken. What the video recordings portray, is there any other evidence to support this,burial ground, mass grave, the weapons used??" Turning from the view screen and faces Ken. "Water will do, thank you." Ken poors a glass of water for Eagle and continplates an answer. He walks back to Eagle with the full glass of water not sure *how* to answer, so not saying anything except, "Your water Mr Eagle." Eagle accepts the water from Ken and continues, 'Ken what concerns me as of this moment is the saftey of my team. It may be a safe bet if you know this data, that others may as well. That might just place my team and I smack dab in the middle of this." Doug looks at Pilot. "What else is their to look for other than, our other away team." Pilot looked between Doug and Brian. "I am not sure either Brian. But we will find out." Pilot then moves out scanning with his tricorder towards one of the buildings and moves towards it. Pilot looks at the survey team "I am heading towards this one" Pilot says as he points in that direction. Brian fell into step beside Malik and dutifully pulled out his tricorder, "I'm concerned." He spoke up. Pilot replies to Brian. "It is quite understandable Brian. We're all concerned. This is quite dangerous us being secretly in this area of the planet. But we are starfleet this is what we are trained for crazy mission such as this." "I know what you are saying", Tom replied as he also turns with the team, "Shocking as it may seem, Starfleet isn't always 100% open about everything, sometimes we need to sneak around, and find out what the otherside is actually doing." Sam chuckled. "It's exciting, I suppose. And we're certainly learning new stuff..." She turned her tricorder in a new direction. "I just wish I knew exactly what we were looking for." Tom nodded to Kent, keeping watch as she continued to make her scans. "Well, from the messages we have heard from Eagle, they are certainly finding out more behind that wall then we are out here." Sam shrugged and laughed dryly. "I certainly hope so..." Doug looks at Brian and says, "I havent scenced any thing, I belive they are ok." Brian glanced up at the starlit sky and then around at the surounding hills, "That may be, but I think we are hanging it out a little too far." He then looked to Doug, "I honestly think Eagle and Swan are safer than us." Gesturing torward the openess of the place. Pilot looks at Brian and then towards the openess they were currently in, "You're quite right Brian. And I agree with you on that one." Doug opens his tricorder looks at the pointed area Sam also peered at her tricorder. "No life signs, not even any wildlife. A tiny bit of plant life,Prophets, this is eerie." Back in the rear of the building, Katherine is then lead to a door leading to the outside. A Guard speaks to her politely, "Here you are Maam, there are other buildings out here that may be of interest to you." Kat moves through the doors followed by the guards. She answered, "Thank you sirs," as she walked out. She moves out a bit looking at the skies. She then looks around a corner of the building not noticing that the guards are no longer behind her. "Which building where you speaking of?" She turns seeing she is alone and then turns back spotting the rest of the away team that bebb left behind before. "HELLO!" she yells. Sam heared the shout behind them and turned, catching sight of Swan some distance away and waved. Brian, turning to look at who called out, quickly heads over to Katherine, "Nice to see you again, How was the tour?" Katherine walked towards Brian saying, "It was fine but where is Eagle? Has he come out yet?" Pilot looks over to see Swan. "Katherine? Where did you come from?" He looks confused. Tom looked down at his wrist-chronometer, realizing it had been a little while since the outside team had last heard from Eagle. "Servo to Eagle, just checking in to make sure everything is still ok down there." Brian shakes his head negatively. Back inside the building, Ken finishes off his drink and says, "We have taken every precaution to keep that from happening. We knew you were here long before you found me in the room above. We have centries watching. " Eagle nods to Ken hearing the com come in from Tom, "If you will excuse me, I have to check in with the team." He then looks at Kens movment,watching him, "Ken I need to determine what else is going on here and I need to make a report for my superiors if we are to assist you." Ken replies. "Im not certain what type asisitance you could provide." Ken thensets the glass he had for himself down on the counter. Outside once more the team is working to get answers. Tom, hearing Swan, looks over to where her voice came from, then does a light jog to meet up with her. "Swan, good to see you back, I was just checking in with Eagle to find out your status." Samantha followed Tom as he moved towards Katherine, hoping to find out what was going on? Katherine makes her way over to the crew. "Maybe we should go look for him I came out of that building over there." Swan points to the now closed backed building. Doug looks at pilot, "Are you sceencing anything more? I'm not dectecting any life signs other than our away team." Pilot looks back at Doug. "Not at the moment Doug. I sense no hostilities what so ever." Brian, looking curiously at Swan and then the building, "And no one escorted you there? You just walked out?" Doug looks at Swan confused, "How did you get here?" Sam looked past Katherine at the building she had come out of and turned her tricorder on it. Katherine points back to the building glancing there then turns back to Brian. "Yes sir I was escorted. I had 3 guards with me. I don't know where they went. Maybe we should go back the way I came out and see if we can find him?" Tom nodded at Swan's suggestion. "What can you tell us about where you guys went? Does the old man pose a threat to us?" Pilot replied agreeing with Swan, "That may be a good idea. But everyone stay together. Can't be losing more of you if we are still down 1." Pilot checks his phaser and sets it to high stun then re-holsters it. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money & Finance.

Dont know if this will help or not but I had this picture done in Vegas at the Star Trek Hilton. I have seen folks just secure small diameter water hoses from one area to another on a body suit, add a few odd looking things. Best thing to do to look authentic is to watch the borg episodes and freeze frame them on a borg. If you look no 2 are the same.

Look! Ill Park my bike here and land on my feet. All in ONE move. YEEEHHAAA!!

Angel and Schawnsee made their way to Red Star Lounge for Schawnsee's weekly gig as a keyboardist in the band. As they moved close to the door, KBear turns on the open sign and calls out, "COME ON IN Folks!! Welcome to Red Star Lounge." KBear then turns after waving to those entering and walks to the bar to get ready for the on flux of customers. As KBear waves and turns to go back inside, the two hear a familar voice come from behind them. It was Eagle, Schawnsee's Band partner as well as Angel's cousin. "Hi KBear, Hey Schawnsee, Well well look who else is here. Welcome Cousin." The three walks in the lounge and up to the bar where KBear is standing there waiting for them. "What will you all have tonight?" Schawnsee is the first to walk up to the bar, "Hi KBear, May I have a unsweet tea Please?" KBear quickly looks up from the drink she was fixing for another patron with a semi shocked look on her face and replied, "Unsweet? This is new." "Yes Maam, watching my weight since I'm getting married." KBear smiles and replies, "I heard that Congrats Gal." She then draws the tea from the thermos and hands it to Schawnsee. As Schawnsee thanks KBear, Angel wraps his arms around her and looks to KBear, "I'll have the same as she has sir." KBear hands Angel his tea "And this must be the lucky guy. Welcome to Red Star Lounge." "Yes sir I am lucky to have a girl like Kat. How much for the drinks?" "All first drinks are on the house. I found that many like this policy and it helps bring in the business." She looks up and sees Eagle behind them all. "What for you tonight Mr Eagle?" Eagle smiles and answers, "A SST for me please KBear. You know how I like them." KBear starts making the SST for Eagle, "That I do my friend." She then slides the drink acrossed the bar to Him. "I need to speak to the three of you, And Yes Eagle I want you to hear what I have to say as well. Eagle accepts the drink. "Aye I'll turn on the suto music for tonight then." He then goes to the stage and presses the button for the auto play system for the music. STSF_KBear -> Schawnsee and Eagle come here a moment Schawnsee and Angel look at eachother and then watch Eagle as he starts the auto play. Eagle then looks at Schawnsee. "Ok,lets go." He motions for Kat and Angel to follow KBear over to a booth. Schawnsee whispers back to Angel, "I wander what Kbear wants us for Did we do something wrong??" Angel places an arm around Kats shoulder as they follow, "I have no idea my love I certainly dont remember us doing anything wrong." "At least she doesnt look mad." Kat says as they get to the booth. Eagle being behind them and hearing their discussion snarkels a bit, "yeah right Cousin..Angelic is always right??" Angel looks back to Eagle and just winks. " Why no dear, she does not appear mad in the least. She actually looks like she has that mischievous look on her face." Angel replies as the three of them have a seat. KBear finishes up with her costumers at the bar. " If you will excuse me for a moment I have a surprise for the future couple over there," she says as whe points to Angel and Schawnsee. Back at the table, Schawnsee looks up seeing KBear pointing towards them. "I just wish I knew what she wanted, She has me worrried. I didnt make it last week Im hoping shes not upset about that. Angel looks up to where Schawnsee is looking and Sees Kbear approaching. "Well love it appears we are about to find out." KBear makes her way over to where Schawnsee and the others are sitting. She has a diffenate grin on her face. "OK Folks I have a surprise for you. A early wedding gift of sorts, That is with Eagle's approval." Eagle sat there grinning from ear to ear and nodded hia aproval for KBear to continue. "OK What I want to propose is that You two have your reception here at Red Star. On me, Schawnsee you've been a band member here for over 2 years, You like family. I cant think of a better wedding gift to give to a family member." Kat's eyes lit up like a christmas tree. "Really? Have our reception here? You mean it sir?" She looks around the table in shock and in her excitement asks her finace, "Angel did you hear that?" even though he was right there ans heard every word. Angel gets a chuckle I surely did Schawnsee...::looking at KBear and Eagle:: KBear lets out a chuckle herself at the sound of excitment in Kats voice. "Yes Schawnsee I mean it. Hang on and you two talk it over a minute I have a bar to tend." KBear stands and makes her way to the bar allow in the couple to discuss the idea. Eagle looks at the two as the discuss the matter and then interrupts. "Well you two I actually wanted to try and talk you into having the whole occasion here. All of it." Angel looks to his cousin, "But that might be terribly expensive Eagle. Thats too much to ask." Eagle chuckles a bit and replies, "Expense is not even in the equation cousin. I am part owner here, And KBear seems to be open to the suggestion.So Angel,what do you think have it all here..and on us as a present to you both??" Schawnsee speaks up. "Angel? Do you think the Captain will go for it. I mean us having our wedding and reception here?? Eagle I cant beleive KBear is doing that. I can let her do it. Thats just to much to even think about allowing her to give up." "I cannot speak for the CO Schawnsee, but I dont forsee any problems." Angel replies. "Hmm..well it does have merit." Eagle sees the perplexed look on Schawnsee's face. "I assure you "We" can afford it." He grins and speaks up again. " It's just up to you two to decide." Schawnsee -> what do you thinks Angel? Angel thought for a moment placing his fingers to his chin rubbing it gently. "I think that would actually be better Schawnsee. Less distance, and I know Mr.Smith will work close with KBear and Eagle." Angel looks at Eagle and takes Schawnsee's hand in his, "Well cousin pending the CO's approval on doing the ceremony, looks like a wedding to be had here as well as the reception." KBear makes her way back to the threesome unnoticed. Then she speaks up. "OK Folks what will it be? Do we have a reception to being planning?" Schawnsee looks to Eagle and Angel for their approval to do the talking. "It looks like with the captain permission we will hold both the wedding and the reception here." KBear claps her hands together then rubs them vigorously, "THATS GREAT!!! Ill announce it once you get approval from your CO. We will invite your entire vessle as well as everyone that come to the bar regularly. Angel stands and offers his hand. "Thank you again so much KBear," He turns looking to his cousin as well. "You too Eagle. We can't thank you enough for all this." Schawnsee takes Eagles lead and stands also. "Yes. Thanks Eagle and KBear I dont know what to say." Angel looks at Schawnsee and pulls her close. "Its Great to have family and friends like these two and Aaron as well lets not forget, He is my best man after all." They all sit back down and begin talking about the couples idea for flowers and all of the other things still needing to be considered and completed.

Kat was sitting at the table with the bridal bouque of flowers that Deb had given her. They were beatuiful. She looked at Angel and grinned. "This was a shock. You know they normally toss the bouque into a crowd of unwed women." She looked back at the flowers gently rubbing them with her fingers tips. " She said if we needed flowers or food to talk to Mr Smith. Hes the one that helped her I guess." Sitting back in the booth a bit, Angel replies, "Yes the boquet is very nice. That being said Debbie did give them to an unwed woman, at least for the moment. I agree with her advise on Mr.Smith." He grins and continues, "just hope he's up for another wedding." Kat grins and giggles a bit. "This is true, and as far as Mr Smith, I think he rather enjoyed it. At least he seemed to be enjoying himself at the dinner." Kat then changes the subject more to their own wedding as the waiter came to refill their mugs once again. "So we have the site, the attire and the Ceremony, Do you have any thought about the floral or decorcations?" Kat then picks up the steaming cup of coffee and gently takes a sip. Sipping on the fresh java, he places the mug down. "I suppose a combination of what is to be expected by tradition. The rest, my love, I think should be of your choosing. After all, it is your special day as well as mine, of course. I just want this day to be one that you will never forget. Special to the both of us with a lifetime of memories. As far as flowers, if you really want my oopinion, I think a lot of the Heather and Lillies of the valley might be a nice touch and your favorite blends of flowers would be great. As for the food and beverages, pretty standard but as Debbie and the Commander did we need to make sure there is plenty of real scotch as well as other alchol, not synthahol at the recption. Remember the wing will be there as well as our family guest." "The wing? " Kat askes puzzled at the remark. She didn't mind the boose except the drunkenness that some find themselves in after the party. " As for the Liquor, I'll ask the Medical bring a munch of Detox for afterwards." Angel grins then explains. "The wing was a reference to our fighter wing on the Reaent dear. I know all too well as you do those guys can put it away. Not to mention the Engineering staff. Oh, I have heard from my Cousin by the way, did you ever meet Eagle? I think I mentioned him before, at any rate he said in communicae that he and KBear were possibly planning something special. He said he would get back with me on it. He did say hold off on the receiption until he did get back to us. What ever that meant. I do think the menu will need to be selected from a list to please all in attendance. What are your thoughts?" Kat giggled a bit. "I know Eagle Hun, We play in the band together whenever I'm in the area at the Red Star Lounge. I was wondering what he was talking to Kbear about when I walked in the last time. They got real quiet and looked at me and smiled. I guess the words out. I Know it is to the normal folks at Red Star. He announced it one night after we stopped playing. I think he was seeing if I would be imbarrassed or not. Only thing that Imbarrassed me was the fact that Folks there knew before some of our friends." Kat lifted her cup taking a drink and returned it to its spot on the table. Blushing a bit at his cousins doings he looks to her and smiles once more. "That's right almost forgot the band and you playing there. I suppose I am to blame on the announcment. He must have been notified through the family after my comm to the Elders. At any rate, knowing he and KBear there is no telling what those two are planning. Whatever it is though, you can rest assured it will be of grand proportions and on a huge scale. The musician part of my cousin leads me to beleive that to be fact. As well as KBears perchant for a well planned event. I did talk with Zafira as well and he assured me not to worry about the Grooms entourage and their dress by the way. V'Roy had expressed his desire or reluctance to wear a kilt. Apparently Zafira has changed his mind. I certainly hope he finally got through that thick Vulcan skull he is my friend as well and will be standing with me. The rest is purely semantics I suppose. Oh Zafira did say he was probably going to assign V'Roy the duty of being in charge of the "Highlanders" guard in the ceremonies. I agree if he will apply that stoic Vulcan talent he has, none would be suited better. Besides I want a picture of him in a Kilt and full pomp and circumstance attire." Angel chuckles at the thought. Kat snickers as well, "I know what you mean there. I wouldn't mind seeing it for myself. I just hope he goes through with it. As far as the flowers, Ill be talking to Mr Smith and see if he knows where he can get them." Kat fingers the pedals of the bouquet once more and looks back to Angel. " He managed to get nice looking ones for Deb. I think he will do me tha same honor." Looking at the expression on her face, "Ah I am sure little one, however I feel I already have the most precious blossom in the Galaxy." He leans over and tenderly kissing her. "I do think you should discuss the floral decorations with Mr. Smith as well as my mother and the family. That may make them feel needed as well. I will be consulting with Zafira about a few things he mentioned on the subject of having the ability to accquire certain hard to find items as well. You know he is a good egg. My boss and my best man as well. "I agree, I met him and spoke with him shortly. He does seem to be a good fellow. As far as the food goes, I wonder how much KBear would charge us for catering. The food there is wonderful. You know the Gorns can cook really well. Their Chili is to die for. At least that's what your cousin likes to get. Either that or the buffalo tounge burger. What do you think, Should I Ask her when I go back to the lounge to play? Do you this she will like the idea?" Kat actually has a gleam in her eyes and seems to be excited about all this now. Angel begins smiling while he's looking at the glee in her eyes. "I think that is a capital idea my love. Of course knowing KBear chili and Buffalo tounge burgers will not be the only food items on the menu. By all means do speak with her. In the mean time, I think I'll give Eagle a comm too. Well my love I think we should call it a night. " At that statement they both stand and he wraps his arms aroundr her holding her close. "It has been a log day." Kat says as she stands next to Angel and smiles as she feels him place his arm around her, drawing her close. "Debbie and the Commander had a beautiful wedding didn't they. I hope ours is just as nice." "Oh I am sure with all the ones involved it certainly will be a wedding and event to remember my love." He turns her around to face him and kisses her gently.

A joint log between Lt Schawnsee and Ltjg Angel Kat sat at the table across from Angel. Still a bit nervous, but this is to be expected with making plans for such a large change in her life. She had taken a long sip of her coffee as Angel had asked her about needing to start making plans. It looked like he had come prepared with padds in hand. She set her cup down and took a deep breath. "OK so we have the Elders blessings. My folks and yours agree, what's next?" Angel looked at Schawnsee from across the table and rubbed his temples. "Elopement comes to mind, and yes before you even say it, I know full well we cannot do so." He smiles and takes a breath then starts again. "My Mother and Father were literally going at each other on the location and ceremonial rights. It appeared at times they would get into a true heated argument. I sat and just listened to them go at it for thirty minutes. That was long enough for me to get a headache." "Ok so what was their decision? You know the tribe would rather us come back to our native grounds for a traditional ceremony." "Well after listening to them, it struck me they were both right and wrong. I proceeded to inform them of the obvious logistical problems there would be involved. The distance would be prohibitive alone. The decision was finally agreed upon that I had offered for consideration. We can have it here on the ship. The ceremony can be performed by the Captain, And yes with the Elders present, and family." "I'm glad they agreed to allow the Captain to officiate. I'm kind of surprised that the Matriarch didn't want to do it herself. I'm kind of glad we are keeping it on the ship also." "The few snags that still present a possible problem of course are the garments. This is not an insurmountable problem. Apparently the idea of a few subtle changes to the traditional attire will do well enough. The next small problem to manifest was of course the location. I am sure our Chief Engineer will help work out the details on the combination of a Scottish Highlands setting at the Family's Castle estate and the Tribal lands, and our village as well. The Holodeck should be perfect and the surrounding foliage of both areas should be enabled to be combined." "Subtle changes to attire? As in what way?" Kat again picks up her coffee cup and takes another drink, alerting the waiter that they need refills. "Ah! I see you are catching everything little one. Well as part of the deal to reach any semblance of agreement, the garment for the Bride would be traditional, as well as the Grooms, with just a few shall we say cross Races additions here and there." He picked up his mug and drains it watching her expression as doing so. He knew he would get her going a bit with that statement. Kat looks up as he tells her this. "Now you have me *really* wondering. Cross race additions here and there? What exactly do you mean by Race Additions?" She then smiles at the waiter as he refills their mugs. Taking the mug of fresh hot java, he sips at it. All the while knowing what was behind those beautiful piercing eyes he was looking right into now. "The minor changes are just a few garment exchanges and additions my love. For you, an addition of my Family's Clan/Tartan colors as in a sash from your left shoulder, across your body to your right hip. And a wee bit of the Heather in your hair. And you must be wearing a nice shiny pair of Ruby colored Slippers." He gulped at the last remark. As he tells her the first part she smiles agreeing, but when he said the Ruby colored slippers, she raised a brow. "Ruby colored slippers? You HAVE to be kidding!" Looking down from her gaze a bit, he shakes his head. "I only wish that was the case beloved. I assure you it is true. I knew you were going to have some issues with that last one." He then sits back a bit in his chair. "You have no idea what's in store for yours truly." Kat sat back a bit, "What do Ruby colored slippers have to do with anything? Why not traditional Moccasins? Also what's changing for you?" He sat back up in his chair and leaned towards her once more "The slippers are from the clannish traditions," he pauses a moment and then continues. "Well, as for me? I will be expected to wear the usual attire with the following changes. For one, I may wear my traditional native top attire (torso), with the Kilt, Sash, tribal headdress, garters/stockings and Moccasin boots no less." He shakes his head in an almost disbelief and sucks down the remaining java in his mug. Kat nods, "That *IS* going to be interesting. OK so the attire has been set and the place, and the captain is going to do the ceremony. Which ceremony are we going to do. Or are we doing a combination of the two?" "Well that's the other thing still to be resolved. I have not spoken to the Captain as of yet, I shall soon. Tomorrow I suppose. The other details of garment for the other wedding party members may dress in their respective traditional attire. The ceremony, I finally reached an agreement with both parties to allow the Captain to perform the Star Fleet Captains standard for marriage." Kat smiled and gave a little chuckle. "The Captain, I'm sure will be glad to hear that part, if he agrees to officiate. Have you thought about an alternative if he declines? I doubt he will, but it never hurts to have a back up plan." Angel looks up grinning. "Elope, and run off to Risa and hide from both Families for awhile." Kat laughs a nice soft laugh. "You know darn good and well that if, well not if ... but WHEN the elders found out about that, we would be in DEEP trouble. I know I don't have to remind you about that." "I know little one,, all too well. I have managed to possibly hedge the offer a bit to the Captain. When I speak to him I'll be bringing the bottle of 150 year old Glen Fiddich Scotch whisky to the table." Smiling he continues, "I took a valuable suggestion from one of our friends about when I approach the Captain. I will offer it as a gift. The friend of ours heavily emphasized it." "Now *that's* a good idea. You might want to give whoever gave you that tidbit of info, a gift as well if the Captain agrees."

Kat stepped outside of sickbay and thought for a moment. She knew it was late but she also knew Angel wanted to know how she was after getting her arm looked over. She had promised him she would let him know and since she knew that he wasn't the happiest with her at the moment, she had better do it right away. She taps her badge hoping she wasn't going to catch him asleep. "Schawnsee to Angel" Hearing the chirp, Angel had been deep in thought, He tapped his comm badge, "Angel here Little one, Go ahead." He patiently awaited her reply. "Angel, You wanted to know when I was checked over by the doc. Well I just left her in sickbay. I have to take it easy with my arm for a few days but nothing major." she smiled to herself that this was one time she had gotten back to him before he had contacted her. "Schawnsee meet me at the holodeck as soon as possible." There was a sense of urgency in his tone. "I have something of importance to discuss with you, Angel out," Cutting his comm he headed for the door. "Tonight? cant it wait until tomorrow?" She heard his voice and was hoping he was just tired. Angel listened, but keyed no response. He knew her natural curiousty would not let her refrain from the request. Not getting a response, she figured he was still upset at her. "I better get this over with now, He's mad enough at me as it is. I really dont want to make it any worse." She steps into the TL. "Holodeck." Once the lift stops at its destination she steps out looking at her arm once more. "Oh well here it goes. I guess he's inside already," she says as she looking around. She then moves up to the holodeck and gains enterance. "Hello? Angel?" She looks around wondering where he is. Angel stepped from the opposite side of the Holodeck. Looking at Schawnsee and noting she had done as promised . He looked at her hair color, And her eyes, He was pleased. Approaching her, he smiled his big smile. *Thank you little one for coming so late here*, he thought to her. Then he spoke, "Computer begin program Angel#1 please." "The tone in your voice told me I had better if I knew what was good for me." Kat watched as the holodeck changed around her. "Are you still upset at me?" Watching as the room took on their small piece of heaven back on Risa, Angel turned and spoke softly to her, "No litle one I am not upset at you. to the contrary, I am very pleased to see you doing so well. How is the arm?? " "Dr Matthews fixed it up for me. I have to go easy with it for a few days but It will be fine." Kat looks around. "Your not upset? Does this mean your not reporting my actions back to the Tribe's Elders? Is this Risa? " She hadn't even given him time to answer the first of her questions before asking the second. Shaking his head and smiling, "Your exuberant lack of patience is still intact I see. Yes we are back on Risa, At our favorite spot again" He says as hes pointing at the Dolphins as they frolicked in the surf. "Here sit by me," taking a seat on the towel with the basket of food and beverages and making a spot for her , he patted the place next to him. Kat smiled as she saw the dolphins breaking the top of the water. She then looked to where Angel was indicating, and sat next to him with her knees bent and her arms wrapped around them. "Angel? It's so good to be back on the Reaent. I didn't think I would miss her as much as I did while we were gone." "I agree, It is even more so having you here by me, back home back home again." He hesitated for a moment, "Your next question on the report to the Elders, I have filed one. I have recieved their collective reply." He looked intently at her. Kat took a deep breath and let it out slowly. She continued to look out over the surf. "I made it home safe. You didn't have to tell the Elders." She figured that she was in trouble and making him wait to tell her only delayed the inevitable. She takes another deep breath. " What did they say?" Angel reflecting on the series of events both in the distant past, as well as those most recent. "Little one we have been through much. Do you remember our childhood, and the other parts of our tapestry we have seen woven together?? Have you reflected on the past and considered the future??" "I have thought about the past yes. As well as the future, But Angel I have to continue with what I am doing. I can not leave Star Fleet. If the Creator wanted me to something else then why was I allowed to return." He looked at the visage of puzzlment on her small face and chuckled softly to himself, "Well my litlte one, no one said you had to leave the Fleet number one. You had protection you were unaware of. Please understand me now." He placed her small hand in his. "I have spent the majority of my life doing as I have sworn. I have been a protector, Teacher, and many other things with you. I did report to the Elders, and professed my feelings on the matter." She looks to her hand in his and then to his face. "What was their reply?" Taking a deep breath he say, "They stated I must first ask you, and if you agree, they give their total blessing. I am now asking you to become my wife. Kats mouth gaped open. This was nothing of what she had expected. She thought for a moment and figured she misheard him. "They said what? Did I hear you right?" Looking in her eyes, Angel gently took her in his arms and kissed her gently. *Yes my Love,my little one you heard me right* He again does the no speak to her and thens returns to normal speaking, "The Elders as well as your family and mine give their blessings." he says with a smiling and his eyes sparkling. She looked to his face still shocked at the question. They had been friends for as long as she could remember. They were both of the same tribe true but she had no clue he had ever looked at her in any other way than just a friend. "I ... I don't know what to say." she looked away again and back out over the surf. "We have been friends for so long, I ...I.." she just stopped there. Placing a gentle hand on her shoulder and turning her again to look into his eyes, "I can think of no better basis for a wife and husband to be than friends. I had not intended this to happen. You have been like a little sister to me all our life. Well it appears my sister has grown into a woman, a friend to whom I have fallen in love with. I can no longer just look at you the way I did in our youth. No I cannot look at you the way I have in the past. I now look at you as my mate. As for words, No words are necessary. I humbly ask you to be my mate, for better or worse, Again the tapestry weaves another part of our lives together. Kat sits there thinking. This was a total shock to her. With her new postition as CSEC, she knew she would be going on more Away teams. If she went on another mission as she did this time how would he react. She knew he had been very upset with her this time. She could not just remain on the ship because he thought it was to dangerous for her to go. StarFleet was a dangerous job and she knew what she was getting into when she joined up. She also didn't expect someone to be sent to keep an eye on her. Question was, Would he be able to handle her working in her new post? Would he be the old Mother hen and not allow her to do her job? Sensing her thoughts he speaks up, "I understand our duties and oaths little one, I understand as well we both have very dangerous jobs in the Fleet. I would rather we spend as much time together and understand and share our love, Than live one short day without it. I was upset with you for one your impetious nature. Secondly I did not know if I would be given the opportunity to tell you of my feelings for you. I will not stand in the way of your duty, I only ask for as much time with you as we have on this plane of life. The time to share our life, and love with the time we have remaining. She turned her head back looking him in the face once more. She had forgotten about the no speaking talk, and his ability to use it. A lot better than she could. She could feel he was sincere about what he was saying. "Angel? Fleet is no place to raise a family. Not on a vessle as this. Look around us. Look whats happened to us in the just the past 48 hours. I can not put a child through the trials of not knowing whether they are going to come home from school to see only one parent after a dangerous mission or if only to find the Captain waiting for them to tell them that we are both gone." She searched his eyes for the answer. Angel looked deep into Schawnsee's eyes. "My little one , even more the reason for us. The past 48 hours cry out the same. Life is way to short to not share your life with another. The comment on the children, Well there are other children in other places that have and hear similar news. The only difference being they may or may not be on this ship. There are both powers cosmic, and spiritual that determine our destiny. The very same ones that have brought you safely home to me. The very same powers that have afforded us this rare chance for happiness. No matter what the length of time they have afforded, we must accept this precious gift that has been given. Kat looks to their intwind hands for a moment and back to his face. She takes a deep breath. "Angel I believe my Father would be happy, and you said the Elders of the tribe have sent their belssings." She pauses for a moment before speaking again. " Angel? I think I have to say...." TO BE CONTINUED

Kat had gone to her quarters after leaving Angel and the others on the bridge to try to get some rest. It had been a long hard mission. She was glad to be able to be back on the Reaent, back in her own bed. She took a quick shower and jumped a bit when she hit the tender spot on her arm. She looked closer at it and noticed it was not a good looking color. She decided she would wait until morning to have it looked at. Once finished with her shower, then she went to her sleeping area and picked up a book. She felt a twinge in the arm as she picked it up. She again shook it off and got into bed to began to read. It was time to sleep and she planned on doing just that, in her own bed, in her own quarters, a first time in a while. She laid the book on her corner table and slid down under her covers. She turned on her side, having forgotten about her arm, quickly moved it out from under her shoulder. She sat up and rubbed the arm once again. "OK this is looking worse. I don't think its going to wait until morning." She got up and got dressed once again. "I hope someone's there. I would hate to wake someone up just to have this looked at."

Well, I didnt get to dress up this year for medical reasons. <<which is why I hadn't been to Red Star in a while. Hope to be back soon>> BUT, for the past several years I have dressed up as I look in my avatar. I Dress as a Native American, Place a deer skin on my horse Bareback, and ride out to the end of our road. Note I live in the country so I dont get trick-or-treaters back my small one lane road. I normally go to them in town and hand candy off the horse. And YES the horse loves it. She gets all of the open sour ball candy. Her favorite.

A joint log between Arch Angeliz, Schawnsee and Zafira Terios After Ridire gave the order for the group to go work with the guests, Arch motioned to Kat and said, "Ummm..ladies first??" Kat started walking towards the TL trying to keep a few feet away from Angel. She knew he wasn't happy with her but figured he wouldn't say anything with Zafira around. " Umm Thanks." They all entered the TL and went to the Cargorbay where all of the new guests were transported to. Zafira checked around, seeing if anyone needed help. He noticed a bit of tension between his two counterparts, but thought nothing of it. The people did need his help. Not helping to think about his own past.. Angel was obviously upset. He then spoke to Kat without actually speaking aloud. He had taught her this way of speach a while back but she had not mastered it as of yet. "Well Little one..after this detail, and all gets back to some sembelance of normal, we shall have our own little powwow," he said with a low rumbling growl in his tone. Kat exits the TL and turns watching the other two exit as well. "We do not have to have Pow wow Arch." she says as she watches the doors close behind them. "How many people did we count in total here? We'll have to talk with them and see who took them and where they were going to" asked Zafira. "I counted at least 50 overall boss..including the stunned civy guards. The Commander wanted them included as well." "That was what I had. About 50. They were all beamed to the cargo bays from what I heard. Im just glad we got out of there before it blew." Kat looked between Zafira and Angel. She had hoped Angel was going to drop the thought of having that talk. "Lets hope our guests aren't to upset with us," as she steps out towards the Cargobay followed by the others. Zafira nodded. They all walked to the entrance to the cargobay. They entered the cargobay and Zafira began to extract some emergency medical packs from a compartment near the doors. He then started to treat the civilians. AngeI followed Zafira and Kat. "I hope not, and boss, I agree to expidite this as soon as possible. Get them cleared with the Doc, and then a debrief. They may have valuable intel indeed." He then went back to his no speaking thought to Kat. "Oh no, you dont get off that easy little one...we will have a discussion." Kat stops in her tracks. "We do not need to have a discussion Angel," hearing his no talk thoughts to her. "I am very capable of taking care of myself." Kat still had the blue eyes and the blond hair from the transformation before the mission began. Arch towered above her clenching his fist. He continued with the no talk not wanting his boss to hear what was transpiring. "That will be enough. I am still bound to my blood oath. We *will* discuss this later. And get rid of that ridculous eye color,and hair color. It does not pay tribute to our kind," He then spoke back to Zafira once again in normal speach. "Sir shall we get on with this. There is a personal matter I need to attend to later." Zafira looked over at Angel. "I hope we can get this over with quickly as well. But until more help arrives, we're all the help they have." "Aye sir. Very well," Angel says as he begins to make his way through the crowd. Kat looks to Zafira with a not so pleasent look on her face. "Sir may I speak to Angel in private for a moment?" "Huh? Oh, sure.." replied Zafira. Kat watches as Zafira moves off. "You do not have to wait till later Arch, We can speak of this now. I did nothing wrong." Kat walks over to a room on the side of the cargobay where catagorizing of incoming materials was done and enters moving towards a small outer portal. Angel follows kat into the office. Once inside he takes her by the arm and turns her around and looks Kat directly in the eye. "Like Hell you did not. You had the oppurtunity to not go on this mission. To make matters worse, do you even realise what position you placed me in? Let alone the ramifacations we both face from the elder counsil? Not to speak of my sworn duty to this ship and crew? Did those thoughts ever cross that impetious little mind of yours??" Pulling her arm out of his grip she snapped back. "I might have been able to refuse the mission but what would that have made me look like. A wimp? A chicken if you will? My family knew of the risks I take every time I go on a mission and they have come to realise that I will do my duty. You have your duties to perform and I have mine. And as for my hair and eyes they will be changed back when all this is over. I made sure of that before I allowed the Doctor to change them in the first place." She took a deep breath to start again but Angel beat her to it. "And to what end does it serve but to possibly compromise my actions out there in a fighter. You are well aware of my job. Lets say I drift for a moment thinking of you, and get blown to dust?? Has that occured to you??" Kat looked him straight in the eyes. "You should know better than to allow your personal feelings effect you while your in a combat situation. If you can't do that by now then I dont know what to tell you." Kat starts to move once again towards the door and moves in front of a window that is visable to those in the cargobay. "Lets get going We have folks to tend to." Angel looked at Kat. He moved up behind her, grasping her around her upper torso pinning her arms to her sides. He then agains speaks to Kat in thought only. "Well little one, I can handle it, but can you. You have been given a great gift. I suggest you start behaving like one who has. That includes long consideration of the consequences of your actions, and how they may affect others." He sets her down. "Now ...you will still answer to the elders at the inevtiable meeting we will have to attend. Kat struggles for a moment in his cluchtes and then stops. She relaxes a bit and lets out a sigh as he releases her once more. She turns to face him again. "I am doing my job here. I do not understand why a meeting with the Elders is inevitable". "Again your own impetiousness answers your question. Othwerwise you would know. We do have our duties here, yes, we also have our duty to the elders and the way of things. Or have you forgotten so soon?? " "I have not forgotten anything. I know, I was sent to be on an away mission. A dangerous one, yes, but an Away mission all the same. I have been on several. One that the Captain had already written a letter to our tribe because she thought that I had been Killed in action. The Tribe and Elders know what I do. I had to tell them before they allowed me to join Fleet." "I full well understand the proper channels and the messages. You do not understand. The implications you were about to become a willing part of." He shakes his head looking down on her small frame and sighs. "You are my little one. I am sworn by a blood oath to the elders, as well as to your own family, that I would be your companion/protector. And there is more. We will speak of this later. We both have work to do." Angel say as he gives her a slight nudge towards the door, smiling now but looking a bit haggard:" "I agree we do have work to get finished, But I disagree that I need a protector. Angel I have been in the Fleet for a long time. I've made my way to Lt Cmdr and then busted back to an Ensign and am on my way back up the ladder a second time. I can take care of myself." she spoke in a softer and easier tone than she had been. "Little one be careful of the ladder you climb. It may have a few rotten rungs," he says smiling and speaking softer himself. "You have had protection all along, but were unaware of it. Again your youthful abandon is showing. We will talk later, perhaps on Risa again." Kat opened her mouth to say something but then stopped herself thinking of what he just said about having protection. She was unaware of it. She looked at him and out again at the folks they had just found and brought aboard. "I guess your right. Let get going." They both moved off to catch up with Zafira.