Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:07 PM
BEGIN
:::exits the lift. headed to his seat:::
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:08 PM
::right behind him:: I think you’re breaking the spirit of the agreement.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:08 PM
::shifts to her seat when Henry walks in::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:08 PM
First off, I made no agreement, secondly, I am not just going to plug in a 16,000 year old AI into our system to see what happens.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:08 PM
::raises a brow in curiosity: :
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:08 PM
We promised her.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:09 PM
You promised her to not leave her behind, which you didn’t and it saved countless lives.
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:09 PM
::looks up at the mention of the AI::
Lt. K’Naut, Chief Engineer — Today at 9:09 PM
::comes in and begins his now familiar routine of removing the seat back then sitting::
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:09 PM
::Glances over and listens::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:09 PM
::thinking, oh, that ::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:10 PM
That thing is going to remain locked up where it is safe and so are we.
Lt. K’Naut, Chief Engineer — Today at 9:10 PM
I agree that it would be a bad idea to just boot her up in our system
Lt Millie Stepanova, Couns. — Today at 9:10 PM
::behind the Captain and Patricia:: I may be in agreement with the Captain on this one. We may not know how she will respond when she sees the history of humans and the Federation.
LTGhas — Today at 9:10 PM
::takes his position::
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:11 PM
:::takes her seat along the back wall;:: As you wish.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:11 PM
:::turns to Edra::: This new world who wishes to join the Federation is pretty heavily divided from what I’ve been reading.
LTGhas — Today at 9:12 PM
Earth wasn’t as united, after the Coalition of Planets was formed. ::turns to face his console::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:13 PM
::nods to Henry, and to Ghas:: both true
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:13 PM
Yes but the President of this world ran on a platform of joining us and his opponent, his new Vice President because second place gets that job, only lost by 1% of a global vote.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:13 PM
Some of the reading I’ve been doing…I agree with the assessment.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:14 PM
So basically half the planet hated the idea.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:14 PM
That’s not a wide margin by any means. Was there any contesting the outcome?
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:15 PM
A lot of protests, some skirmishes between supporters.
Their military who remained independent kept the peace
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:15 PM
The division amongst the populace is a large reason why they have not yet joined. The Federation has been—hesitant.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:16 PM
::considers:: not everyone who voted for the veep did so just for that reason. They may have chosen him for other stances.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:17 PM
Firste is also a very strategic point near the Tholians and the Gorn.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:18 PM
::Sits back a bit, listening to the conversation and thinking::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:18 PM
::sighs:: did brass jump on this opportunity just to get good seats?
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:18 PM
I wouldn’t rule that out…
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:18 PM
(if it helps…..
Image
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:18 PM
::has another idea she’s not fond of…::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:19 PM
(its that white dot on the upper right of the blue)
There’s been talk of the Tholians getting a little aggressive in the past couple years, so maybe.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:20 PM
How long before we arrive?
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:21 PM
Ninety minutes at current speed.
They’re going to be having a big public ceremony to announce the signing of the charter.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:21 PM
Are they expecting dress uniforms?
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:22 PM
I think since we’re the welcome wagon we ought to look presentable yes.
LTGhas — Today at 9:22 PM
Captain, may I say something that might help you in your negotiations? ::says as he turns in his chair::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:23 PM
Absolutely.
Lt. K’Naut, Chief Engineer — Today at 9:23 PM
::muttering::Oh, great, dress uniforms.
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:23 PM
::mutters under her breath about dress uniforms::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:24 PM
::stands and walks to the back panel, searching for information on the computer: :
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:26 PM
::wanders over to Edra, keeping her voice down:: When we’re done with this little jaunt, I’m going to need a few days of leave, same with our new Intel.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:27 PM
::mutters under her breath:: I don’t like this…:
Lt Millie Stepanova, Couns. — Today at 9:27 PM
((haha, wait, what am I doing?))
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:27 PM
::Switches a few screens around looking over things::
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:27 PM
It’s only like four days.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:27 PM
::looks at Trisha:: you, is fine…her, I can’t guarantee.
LTGhas — Today at 9:28 PM
Never mind, ::he shirks:: I don’t think you want to listen to the ramblings of an old man. And, I think you all will look wonderful in your dress uniforms.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:29 PM
:::::THE NINETY MINUTES PASS:::
Helm> Captain we have reached Firste.
Ops, open channel to the surface.
LTGhas — Today at 9:29 PM
::presses key:: Channel open
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:30 PM
::Sits up a bit and makes sure everything looks okay on the scanners, just in case::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:30 PM
This is the USS Mercutio calling for President Bertice.
LTGhas — Today at 9:30 PM
::A second passes::
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:30 PM
::pulls at the collar of her dress uniform::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:31 PM
Bertice> Captain, how splendid for you to arrive. The ceremony details are almost complete.
LTGhas — Today at 9:31 PM
::Can sense the nervousness of the others::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:31 PM
Just tell us when and where.
Bertice> Our capital city, Tainix. I will sign the Federation Charter and give some remarks. You’re welcome to give some as well.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:32 PM
<q> Always speeches…
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:32 PM
On behalf of the Federation we welcome your people.
Bertice> Thank you. We will begin the ceremony in one hour. I’ll send the coordinates.
Thank you.
Bertice> ::sends:::
::turns to the crew:: Alright I know, I know, we all hate these uniforms.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:35 PM
Are you giving the speech? ::hopes so::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:35 PM
This should not take long.
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:35 PM
That’s vague.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:35 PM
If I have to, I’ll be short and sweet.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:35 PM
Shouldn’t it tho?
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:35 PM
Another hour in these straight jackets is an hour too long…
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:36 PM
Yes, we all hate the uniforms but, at least the regular ones for every day are far more comfortable. Every once in a while..could be worse.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:36 PM
Oh I could tell some folksy stories and keep them enthralled for hours.
Lt Millie Stepanova, Couns. — Today at 9:36 PM
Henry– ::chuckles softly::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:36 PM
I don’t mean just you. Shouldn’t there be a bunch of organized pomp and circumstance?
LTGhas — Today at 9:36 PM
My son, always complained about them. I find them rather, distinguished. ::Stands taller than usual::
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:37 PM
I believe those are the details he was talking about. Seems last minute changes.
Alright folks, be on the surface in thirty minutes or less. Don’t go wandering and stay together.
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:38 PM
::attempts to distract herself by skimming over the scans coming through::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:39 PM
Captain…Ready Room?
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:39 PM
::nods to Edra, heads to the RR:::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:40 PM
::follows…and as soon as the doors close behind them:: I don’t like this.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:41 PM
You look fine in that.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:41 PM
::Lets out a soft sigh, going back over a few things she had before getting ready to go to the surface::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:41 PM
::not amused:: you know what I mean
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:41 PM
What’s troubling you?
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:43 PM
::drums her fingers on the edge of the console::
LTGhas — Today at 9:43 PM
::closes eyes to change the appearance of his neck, making the collar not dig so much into it::
nervous Lieutenant Cdr. Liski?
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:44 PM
That the candidate who would be considered “our man” just barely beat out his opponent. That we’ve been called here as quickly as we have, and that there’s no apparent celebration. We’re in, we’re out. Wham bam thank you ma’am…that not how we welcome new planets.
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:45 PM
::glances up from her console:: Large crowd in a public area with a contested joining of the Federation–it just doesn’t sit well.
::pulls at the colar again:: And in this suit? We stick out like sore thumbs.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:46 PM
Maybe he is toning it down as not to upset the citizens who did not support him. Not to rub their nose in it.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:46 PM
I have a lot of questions
Why did we agree if so many are opposed?
LTGhas — Today at 9:46 PM
Neither with me either, it feels too fast. Especially since this isn’t a unified world.
There’s too many unknown variables here.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:47 PM
Is that normal?
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:47 PM
My guess is what we conjectured on. It’s a strategic move.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:47 PM
::Looks over:: Well, I’m wondering if that’s their plan, to make us stick out like sore thumbs.
Lt. K’Naut, Chief Engineer — Today at 9:47 PM
I feel like a fifth nacelle…sure, K’Naut, being a department head is a great job…
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:47 PM
And how often does that work out?
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:47 PM
I don’t want to be in this getup. I’d rather be in the crowd.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:48 PM
::they both knew the answer on that one:: We’re due for one to work out.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:48 PM
::pointed look::
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:49 PM
Unfortunately, we have to stick together. I’m not liking any of this honestly.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:49 PM
My guess is within five years we’ll have a federation ‘scientifc’ station in orbit which has really good hearing when it comes to our adversaries nearby.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:50 PM
Which gives them the opportunity to claim we escalated, and gives them all the excuse to do the same.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:50 PM
And we’d say they moved first.
Helm> There are a large number of people gathered in that city, close to a million.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:51 PM
And who’s going to pay for that first?
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:51 PM
I wonder how many are happy to see us.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:51 PM
That’s not our call.
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:52 PM
::stands, leaning on the console:: Can we get a visual on what that podium and platform look like? What are we walking into?
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:52 PM
::Looks over at helm:: That..is a lot of people.
(brb)
LTGhas — Today at 9:52 PM
Here’s what are visual sensors are showing ::puts up on the main viewscreen::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:52 PM
::takes a step closer:: isn’t that a bit of a cop out?
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:52 PM
(for the visual imagine the Washington Mall mixed with times square)
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:53 PM
::mutters:: That’s a lot of vantage points…
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:53 PM
:::considers, slight nod:: It is. But we honestly don’t make these decisions. They order us to go here, do our duty, and go to the next place.
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:54 PM
Mhm.
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:54 PM
::nods:: Permission to stay aboard.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:55 PM
Sure thing.
Lt Millie Stepanova, Couns. — Today at 9:55 PM
What are you thinking? ::looks over to Statzia::
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:56 PM
::wanders down the ramp and closer to the viewscreen::
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:56 PM
(Back)
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:56 PM
::a little surprised, but goes with it, her voice not quite as excited as it was a moment ago:: I’ll monitor the crowds for anything suspicious.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:56 PM
Helm> Police and military are ringing the stage and they’re facing outward. Glad I’m not going.
Patricia Crow
BOT
— Today at 9:56 PM
Gee thanks.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:57 PM
Helm> ::Sinks in her seat:::
I think that’s a good idea. It could go smooth down there or…..not.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:58 PM
::Eyes helm:: Jealous honestly.
Cpt H Crow — Today at 9:58 PM
(find pauses)
LTGhas — Today at 9:58 PM
::pause::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:58 PM
I’m worried about the latter.
Cmdr Brielle Jayde – CTac — Today at 9:58 PM
::Paused::
Cdr Edra Crow – XO — Today at 9:58 PM
::paused::
Lt. Cmdr. Statzia Liski
BOT
— Today at 9:59 PM
::taps her fingers on the hem of her pant, not feeling the tap on the prosthetic beneath it:: I don’t like it–