Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Nimitz- Conference Room- CMO/2O- Lt. BigWill Kinkaid- 1027) After listening to Onyx and Zzt reports about the current status of the Nimitz, Kinkaid's attention went into full alert mode. Captain Sash looked as if he was expecting alittle more promising news to the outcome, but he knew his crew were pulling every string possible to keep the ship operational. Sash turned to Kinkaid and Kirien and said. "Medical, what's the final body count?" Kinkaid took a quick glance at his PADD and gave an immediate response. "Captain, the number of victims is 54. The number of injured personnel is 72, but my section is slowly decreasing the number to have every able body possible back for duty." (Reply ACMO, Dr. Kirien) Kinkaid found himself in a daydream thinking of ways to better the statistics, but it was obviously not going to make any difference at that point even though 7% of the crew loss is something to be thankful for that it was not higher. As a medical physician, Kinkaid could not even find the proper medical diagnosis to vaccinated this blimish. Captain Sash went around the conference table for a second time and again turned to his medical department. "Doctors, what's the situation in sickbay? Do you have the final body count from both ships?" Sash said. Kinkaid turned to his assistant, Dr. Kirien then to Sash and said, "Well, Captain, I wish sickbay was in better shape, but what we and the section have been through a matter of a few hours will be enough to get back up to operational standards." While speaking about sickbay, Kinkaid grabbed his PADD report with the data on the body count from both ships and handed it to Sash. (Reply ACMO, Dr. Kirien) "Well, you better get set up again," Sash told Kinkaid and Kirien. "We may need your services again. this time it will be a lot worse." (Reply Anyone) (Posted by Nathan M.Williams) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Nimitz- Conference Room- COUNS - Ensign (sg) John Harrison - 1029) "Medical," the captain asked, "what's the final body count?" "Captain, the number of victims is 54. The number of injured personnel is 72, but my section is slowly decreasing the number to have every able body possible back for duty." ~Every able body possible back for duty~ Harrison thought. The doctor's words sparked an idea. He listened attentively to the rest of the conversation. "Doctors, what's the situation in sickbay? Do you have the final body count from both ships?" Sash said. "Well, Captain, I wish sickbay was in better shape, but what we and the section have been through a matter of a few hours will be enough to get back up to operational standards." The Doctor passed a PADD to the captain. "Well, you better get set up again," Sash told Kinkaid and Kirien. "We may need your services again. this time it will be a lot worse." The counsellor decided to speak up. "Captain, Doctor, if I may," he began, feeling unexplainably shy all of a sudden. Perhaps because he was about to admit to his commanding officer that he hadn't carried out his duties yet. "I could help out in Sickbay if that would be useful. I realise you asked me to discuss the mission with the crew, Captain, but a counsellor circling like a vulture is not what the crew needs when he's working to a deadline. I feel that I would only be a hindrance. Once we are safely away from here, of course, I will continue my proper duties, but until then, I offer the doctor, or anyone else, my assistance." He sat back quietly and awaited a response. (reply Sash, Kincaid) (Posted by James Batchelor) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Nimitz - Conference Lounge - CMO/2O Lt. BigWill Kinkaid - 1031) After handing his PADD report to Sash, Kinkaid returned to his seat. At that point Counselor Harrison interjected by saying, "Captain, Doctor, if I may; I could help out in Sickbay if that would be useful. I realize you asked me to discuss the mission with the crew, Captain, but a counselor circling like a vulture is not what the crew needs when he's working to a deadline. I feel that I would only be a hindrance. Once we are safely away from here, of course, I will continue my proper duties, but until then, I offer the doctor, or anyone else, my assistance." (Reply CO, Sash) Kinkaid was in need of assistance in Sickbay since Dr. Kirien and his chief nurse, Janet Sanders, were shorthanded and most to all of his staff were spread out across the ship with first-aid and localized repairs to various subsystems. Kinkaid responded to the request made by the counselor. "With all that has been happening across the ship along the lines of repairs and first-aid medical responses, I would be honor to have your services and extra pair of hands in Sickbay if the Captain gives his approval." (Reply Harrison, Dr. Kirien, Sash) (Posted by Nathan M. Williams) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Lt. Saleke (jg) - 1037) Saleke watched as the screen resolved and Commander Troi was shown from the bridge of the Nimitz. "Lt. Saleke, make ready to move in 15 minutes. We have to get going as there is a company coming for a party we don't want to attend. I am on my way back and when I get there I want a report on the possibility of the trawler putting our warp bubble around the Nimitz to help speed them up a bit. Troi out." Saleke nodded as the transmission was cut off abruptly and considered the two statements she had made that were widely at variance. On one hand was a very clear objective and on the other... A "Party" as he understood it referred to a festive gathering of a group of people with similar interests in which there was companionship and emotional stimulation. After thinking it out he understood her reference about not wanting to meet the other "Partygoers" though he also understood the attendees were supposed to be invited and they had certainly not invited the elements of the fleet that were nearing them. Another reference flashed through his keen mind about what were called "Gate crashers", someone who was not invited to the party but showed up rudely anyway. Perhaps this was the reference she intended. At any rate he set aside that illogical train of thought and considered the possibility of using the warp drive to aide the Nimitz. It was certainly theoretically possible, as a matter of fact... He got up from the command chair and walked over to the engineering console and relived the crewman who was there and began inputting data and making calculations quickly. ~ This should do the job.~ (Reply: Any) (Posted by Charles) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Commander Kestra Troi - 1045) Kestra had made her way to the bridge of the Archimedes and was stepping off the turbolift. She looked around to see that everyone was busy making ready to be underway. She saw that Saleke was standing next to the Engineering Console, so, she walked over to him. "Report Lt." She stated. "Good, ok, send that info to captain Sash." She said as she turned to walk to the command chair. As she sat down, she tapped the intership communications. "Attention, this is Commander Troi. We are about to get underway to the subspace river. We have one problem in doing that in a timely manner, instead of the Nimitz escorting us, we are escorting the Nimitz. They have sustained enough damage that they can only move at warp 2. We also have another group from Starfleet heading in this way, so, everyone keep on your toes to keep us moving. Dont let any system falter at this time. We do not want the last battle go to waste and let the death of so many go to naught. Troi out" She then closed off the communications link. "Ok make sure the warp engines are warmed up and ready to move out as soon as the Nimitz does. Comm keep in touch with the Nimitz and Tactical keep up the sensor connection with them." Looking around she saw that everyone was looking at her. "Any questions, if not, get to work." (Reply any) "Ok Lt. Saleke, let Captain Sash know we are ready." Thinking that he might want to stay involved, she was willing to let him coordinate with Sash for a while unless Sash asked for her. (reply Saleke, any on bridge, any) (Posted by Frank) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Lt. Saleke (jg)- 1046) Saleke heard the doors of the turbolift open and close then someone walking up behind him as he finished downloading the information to the PADD in his hand. He looked up as Kestra spoke. "Report Lt." "Here is the report you requested Commander." Saleke handed her the PADD and as he did so he noticed the new gold pip on her collar. "Congratulations would seem to be in order on your promotion Commander." (Reply: Commander Troi) As she looked at the PADD for a moment and considered the information on it he began explaining his calculations. "As you can see according to these calculations the procedure will be a delicate one with both ships in close proximity so the fields will mesh seamlessly... within fifty meters which is unprecedented. The warp fields of both ships will have to be exactly matched at a modulated warp resonance frequency of 1.2 to the tenth power. In the matter of engines we are fortunate, though not a tug the trawlers engines are powerful and uniquely suited for the task at hand. They are designed to carry heavy loads under stress but though merging the fields is feasible there will be a sharp drop in efficiency, I estimate a 37.2% los of warp efficiency to a maximum sustainable warp of 4.6 and a maximum safe warp of 4. There is also the possibility of a short term burst of warp 5.5 but there is an approximate 87% chance of engine overload within 30 seconds of the initiation of such a maneuver. The calculations as you see need only be entered into the engine controls and the ships in the required configuration so the warp fields may be aligned properly. I estimate 13 minutes to do so. I understand Lt. Falthgood is uniquely suited for handling the procedure on the Nimitz." "Good, ok, send that info to captain Sash." She said then turned and walked to the Command chairto the command chair. As Saleke turned to begin carrying out her orders he heard her speaking via ships intercom."Attention, this is Commander Troi. We are about to get underway to the subspace river. We have one problem in doing that in a timely manner, instead of the Nimitz escorting us, we are escorting the Nimitz. They have sustained enough damage that they can only move at warp 2. We also have another group from Starfleet heading in this way, so, everyone keep on your toes to keep us moving. Dont let any system falter at this time. We do not want the last battle go to waste and let the death of so many go to naught. Troi out" "Ok make sure the warp engines are warmed up and ready to move out as soon as the Nimitz does. Comm keep in touch with the Nimitz and Tactical keep up the sensor connection with them." Saleke glanced back at her briefly as she spoke again. "Any questions, if not, get to work." "Affirmative Commander." He said. "Ok Lt. Saleke, let Captain Sash know we are ready." Saleke tapped a button to open a channel to the Nimitz and after an instant heard a reply. (Reply: Any on the Nimitz) "This is Lt. Saleke. Please inform Captain Sash I have the calculations for the warp field integration, I am sending them over now." Saleke touched the button that sent the data stream from the PADD over to the Nimitz. "These figures should be forwarded to Lt. Zachary Falthgood or CEO Zzt for implementation." (Reply: Any) (Posted by Charles) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Nimitz - Tactical office - chief TAC Ensign Kateb - 1200) Onyx sat behind her chair and put down the padd. She wonder if she could have a private conversation with Comdr. Troi, Kestra and her had become friends and right now, she really needed a friend to talk to, also, she had business with her so it would be a good opportunity to do that also. She push a few keys on her computer and secured a link with the Archimedes. "Ensign Kateb to Comdr Troi... can we talk... privately?" (Reply from Kestra) Now they were speaking face to face. "One is about the torpedoes to be transferred to the Nimitz, and the other subject is... private." (Reply from Kestra, anyone) (Posted by Laurence) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Commander Kestra Troi - 1200:30) Kestra had been sitting in the command chair watching everything that was going on. She had been happy that the synchronization of the warp bubbles between the nimitz and Archimedes had basically went smoothly. She was a bit worried over the transfer of the torpedoes that the Nimitz could use better than they could. They were so delicate and any wrong move could cost both ships dearly if they even survived. She watched Saleke also as she had basically put everything in his hands to get accomplished. She was glad also that the crew seemed to mesh well with him and did what he wanted them to do. She thought to herself that he would make a great First Officer soon and maybe sooner than he would have believed. Kestra heard the communications console beep as it seemed someone wanted to talk to them. She half turned to the Comm Officer. "Commander Troi, Ensign Kateb wants to talk to you, in private sir." "Ok, patch to the ready room and I will answer it when I get there. Secure it." Then she turned back around and looked over to Saleke. "You have the bridge once again, Number One." She smiled at that phrase. "I will be in the ready room finding out what is going on." Slowly, after a nod from Saleke, she stood up and walked to the door of the ready room then entered. (reply Saleke, anyone) (posted by Frank) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Lt. Saleke (jg) - 1201) Saleke was monitoring the final adjustments to the warp fields of the ships as a tone sounded on the bridge, he heard Commander Troi speaking as the warp fields stabilized, he watched for an instant longer to make sure they would hold before looking around,. Kestra was signing off the communication. She looked at him and spoke. "You have the bridge once again, Number One." She gave a pleased smile after speaking, he wondered what it was that had brought out the emotional response. "I will be in the ready room finding out what is going on." Saleke nodded crisply and replied. "Acknowledged Commander" He straightened up after checking the reading again, it was precisely on 1.2 to the tenth power and holding a stable field, he turned and gestured one of the engineers over. "Monitor this reading for me please." He said. As the young man smiled and nodded he walked over to the command chair and settled into it. Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Nimitz - Tactical office - chief TAC Ensign Kateb & FO Comdr. Kestra Troi - 1202) Kestra walked to her desk and sat down behind it. She was wondering what it was that Onyx wanted to speak to her in private for. She hoped it was not something about security that she had to worry about. Thinking a bit for a minute about the situation on the Archimedes and what could be wrong, then shaking her head she tapped the communication line. =/\=Ok, Oynx we are in private now. What's up my friend?=/\= "I needed to talk to a friend, to have a soundboard about something. You did see Lt Comdr Edward Gideon right?" =/\=Well, yes. I have seen Commander Gideon as he helped us out over here and we did know each other before. Why?=/\= Kestra was curious as to why Onyx was asking about it. "Hope you are well seated Kestra... " Onyx paused and taking a deep breath let out the rest of her thought. "Lt. Comdr Gideon is my husband that I thought was killed." Kestra had been sitting up as she was talking to Onyx and now she sat back. She was both relieved and surprised over the news. =/\=It must have been a real shock to see him walking into the conference room. Now I understand that look you gave each other. Are you alright with this?=/\= "It took all the strength I got not to get up and shout at him at the conference or simply leave. After the meeting, we had a long talk. I feel like a bouncing ball right now. Part of me is happy, angry, sad, ecstatic. We also agreed to see each other tonight." Kestra stifled a chuckle at what Onyx said. All the time she had known Onyx, she did not give the indication that she would ever do that for any reason after the training she had. =/\=Well, my friend that is to be expected after all you believed him dead. Did he have a good reason and do you believe him?=/\= "To protect me against an SFI group which the name escapes me at the moment, to keep me safe, it work since I am here. Wilson also knew me... If I had remembered him, he would have got a piece of my mind that would have felt like a tone of bricks falling on his head." What she had just heard cut to Kestra's very soul as SFI had played a trick on her saying that Sky had been killed the first time in an SFI mission. She knew that all the color in her face must have drained and quickly turned away for a moment. She also had to cut short the tears that threatened to start once again after she thought she had put them to rest. =/\=It was not his fault, Onyx=/\= Kestra said not yet looking back to her. =/\=I don't know if you remember SFI did that same thing to me the first time. But, the second time it was the truth.=/\= "I remember, but at the time when this happen to you, I didn't click. I blocked everything, didn't want to get close, as much to it then anyone." Onyx saw that Kestra was affected by what she had said. "I'm sorry if I hurt you... I didn't want to do that." Kestra raised her hand to the screen and waved the comment away. Slowly she gained control of herself and looked back at Onyx. =/\=Don't be my friend as I owe you and Richard a lot after that incident. Besides, I also thought I had put it behind me.=/\= Kestra paused to give her a small smile and wiped her eyes. =/\=Besides, we were talking about you. You should be glad that the mission he was on, is now finished. He is back to you and you two can work it out. Just take it slowly and get to know one another once again. I am happy for the both of you to have come out of it once again to find each other =/\= She kissed her hand and placed it on the screen. "I needed to hear that somehow." Onyx closed her eyes and took a deep breath. "I guess we can talk business now." =/\=Yes, I think seeing the situation we are in, we should.=/\= Kestra replied happy to move to another subject. "It's about the torpedoes... how are the transporters in the Archimedes?" Kestra thought for a minute about the reports she had gotten and read. =/\=We still have a few and I had thought that they were being moved to the Nimitz. Do you want me to check in on that?=/\= "Yes... I will send orders so my tactical officers are ready to welcome those. And so that it goes fast, we will use a shuttle bay to receive the torpedoes and transfer them to the torpedoes bay." =/\=I will also make sure that my people are taking every precaution to make sure there will be no incidents.=/\= she replied "Wonderful... we need to do that fast and secure. I can't believe I went through nearly all the torpedoes we had." =/\=I just wish that you didn't have to, but, I guess the captain of the Alamo would not listen. I was a shame to lose so many good starfleet personnel. Let's try our best to get to the river so it wont have to happen again so soon.=/\= She said half to herself as to Onyx. "I know, he didn't give us any choices. Yes... I hope we get to the river soon also. Alright then, let's get those torpedoes transferred. I will contact you if there is a problem." Onyx smiled. =/\=Hopefully then, I won't be talking to you again until either in the river or the other side.=/\= Kestra held up her hand to show Onyx her crossed fingers then shrugged her shoulders. =/\=until then, Kestra out=/\= (Reply from anyone & none) (Posted by Laurence & Frank) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Commander Kestra Troi - 1220) Kestra exited the ready room after the conversation she had with Oynx. She was smiling at the idea that she had found her thought lost husband but then lost it as she thought about Sky once again. Quickly she turned her thoughts to the torpedoes and the transfer. She wanted that done as fast as could be done safely because the Nimitz needed time to be ready for battle if the other ships got between them and the river, their escape. Looking up, "Mr. Saleke, I want you to go make sure that the transfer of the torpedoes are coming along safely and as fast as can be. They should be transporting them to the shuttle bay and packed as many as can be done safely." She told him as he got up to let her sit down. (reply from Saleke, any) (posted by frank) Stardate:2406.10.07 (USS Archimedes - Bridge - Lt. Saleke (jg)- 1221) Saleke heard the ready room doors open and looked around to see Kestra step onto the bridge, she looked down for a moment lost in thought, he was rising from the command seat as she looked up and spoke. "Mr. Saleke, I want you to go make sure that the transfer of the torpedoes are coming along safely and as fast as can be. They should be transporting them to the shuttle bay and packed as many as can be done safely." Saleke nodded his head as he stepped aside for her to take the chair and proceeded to the turbolift, it swished open and he stepped inside. "Forward torpedo bay." The lift began moving with that low pitched noise that was becoming a part of the background to him. When he had first stepped onto the Nimitz the sound of the lift had been obtrusive and loud to him but he was becoming inured to it. He wondered how much more of space travel would become pedestrian in time.