MISSION PROLOGE: Twenty four hours, the USS Crux limped to Deep Space Nine.  Arriving there, the crew was greeting with cool drinks and an engineering crew took over the ship, looking it over - but making no repairs.  A Nebula class ship has coasted into a parking position around the station, and the CO and XO disappeared for a while.  Now the team was again asked to meet in the lounge - where they are, still missing their CO and XO, who are just leaving a debriefing with a peculiar fellow dressed in all black....

Star Trek: A Call To Duty Proudly Presents:
	PRISM RHO, Stardate 10510.04, "Flint And Steel Epilogue: Mission Complete"

Crew:
Commanding Officer: Commander Q’tor, played by Topper Loghry
Executive Officer: Lieutenant Commander Ashlynn Kostandinos, played by Erin Cody
Combat Pilot: Ensign Tanon Salan, played by Jeremy Castro
Intelligence Officer: Lieutenant Christian Mades, played by Brian Fredrickson
Assault Specialist: Ensign Donavin Arinoch, played by James Homuth
Combat Engineer: Lieutenant Mark Arca, played by Mark Validzic
Diplomatic Corps Officer: Lieutenant JG Kurtis Burton, played by Bryce Miller

With:
	PRISM Deputy Director Admiral Timothy Richmond, played by Christopher Dickinson
	PRISM: Two CO Commander Janise Remir, played by Christopher Dickinsin

Managed by Christopher Dickinson

<<<<<Begin Mission>>>>>

Host Cmdr_Remir says:
::Walking with the CO and XO, and a fourth figure, heading towards the lounge::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::cleans up his blue uniform and straight it out::Self: I look like a doctor that was attack by a warp core
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::walking toward the lounge, anxious to get this over with::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::sits in his seat, still trying to regain his breath after killing an hour in one of his training programs::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Accompanying the CDR, and his XO, still wearing his Klingon Commander's uniform::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::takes a seat in the lounge:: AS: You looking forward to going home?
DCO_Lt_Burton says:
::Enters the lounge and finds a seat::
Host Cmdr_Remir says:
::As they all reach the lounge, the doors part for them.  Commander Remir motions for the team CO and XO to go first::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::enters the lounge and looks around at the faces of her soon-to-be-former crewmates, and takes a seat::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::wipes a bit of sweat from his forehead:: CE: I'm looking forward to actually taking a bit of that shore leave I said I was leaving for. ::smirks::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Enters the lounge and steps aside for Commander Remir::
Host Cmdr_Remir says:
::As the fourth figure walks through the door, Commander Remir calls out::  All: Attention on deck.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::stands::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Snaps to attention... not that it's noticeable::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
AS: I got to see how the repairs are going to my ship and make sure they didn't mess it up
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: How about you ready to go home?
Host Adm_Richmond says:
::Sighs as he walks through the door::  All: At ease... gees.  ::Whispering to Commander Remir::  Cmdr: I thought we promised you wouldn't do that.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::retakes her seat, trying not to smile at the Admiral's commentary::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Takes a seat next to the XO::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
::Walks to the front of the room, near the windows, and stands with his arms behind his back.  He glances at Remir, who remains standing by the doorway, then looks around at the assembled Starfleet officers::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::stands to attention with the others::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::nods to the admiral as he finds his seat again, then glances about the rest of the room::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
All: Although you're probably aware of this... your mission was a success.  The weapon was stopped, and the Cardassians... well, killed.  Regretful...
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::stands up and get to attention and takes his seat with the others::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: Regretful that they will not suffer for their crimes perhaps...
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::snickers at the CO's addition::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
AS: Mister Arinoch, I've been told you're rather creative with a photon torpedo or two.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::shrugs:: ADM: Wouldn't call it creative, sir. Common sense... just because you don't have a gun doesn't mean you're not armed.
CO_Q`tor says:
AS:  Spoken like a Klingon
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::thinks he's not giving himself quite enough credit, as it seemed awfully creative to her::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
::Nods slowly, wondering if he'll run into this man again later down the road::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::thinks "no, just a CTO who'd prefer to have survived that little exchange"::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
ADM: The credit really goes to this man here. ::gestures vaguely at the CE::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
DCO: Mister Burton, your negotiations with the Cardassians as well... and Miss Kostandinos.  It is a shame that there are so few of the Crux's crew to appreciate your recovery.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::nods:: ADM: Thank you sir.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks at the AS the the rest of the team::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::glances briefly toward Ashlynn and offers the woman a slight wink::
DCO_Lt_Burton says:
::Nods at the Admiral::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
CE: However.. Mister Arca.  To have the skills to piece together a working starship from barely a hulk and a damaged runabout... ::waves the CE to stand and walk to the front::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Adm: Thank you sir
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::watches the group, with a slightly raised eyebrow::
CO_Q`tor says:
::gives a little head bobbing nudge to the CE::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::smiles at CO::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
::Thinks the Lieutenant didn't quite get the hint::  CE: Get up here, Lieutenant.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::stands up and heads toward the Admiral::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::stops in front of the admiral::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
::Produces a small black box from behind his back and hands it to the CE::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::takes the box from the admiral with a confused look on his face::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::watches the exchange, and shifts his eyes briefly about the rest of his soon to be no longer crew::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
CE: Your command crew unanimously agreed that your work and skill and leadership was far beyond what they expected.  You are being awarded the Starfleet Command Decoration for Valor.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Adm: Umm... thank you sir... I'm speechless
Host Adm_Richmond says:
CE: I know, that's the point.  ::Smiles::  All: I know I don't have to say this, either... but this mission, and its details are top-secret classified.  You will not speak with it to anyone.  Even within yourselves, be wary - no subspace communications.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::nods::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Adm: Aye sir thank you again sir ::looks inside the box and then heads back to his chair::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::starts clapping::
CO_Q`tor says:
CE: Well deserved Lieutenant.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
CE: Nice work ::smiles::
DCO_Lt_Burton says:
::Applauds for the CE::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::smiles at the whole crew has he heads back to his chair:: CO: Thank you sir
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::holds out his hand for the CO::
Host Adm_Richmond says:
All: Feel free to enjoy the remainder of your time on Deep Space Nine.
Host Adm_Richmond says:
::Steps away from the front of the room and heads towards the door::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
XO: Thank you ma'am
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
All: I don't know about the rest of you, but I could use a drink. ::gains his feet::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::watches the Adm leave and turns back to the rest of the crew::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: Before you leave I have something for all of you to show my appreciation.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks over at the CO, curious::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks at Q'tor::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::blinks, and retakes his seat, and just raises an eyebrow::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::takes a seat::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: While due to the nature of our mission Starfleet cannot officially recognize your actions, personally I can.
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: As you may or may not know, my House holds a seat on the Klingon High Council. ::reaches into his vest and pulls out a small bag::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::watches the CO, tilting his head just slightly to one side::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::wonders whats in the bag::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: These are not any sort of official decorations, or commendations, they are only the seal of my House. ::Walks around the table handing a small silver crest to each team member::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::has learned never to wonder things like what's in the bag... it's safer::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::takes hers in her hand and looks at it::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::takes the crest::CO: Thank you sir I'm honored
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::examines his, then decides why not, and affixes it to his uniform:: CO: Thank you sir.
CO_Q`tor says:
CO: If you ever find yourself within the Klingon Empire and need assistance, show this crest. It will let all within the Empire know that you have a friend on the High Council.
DCO_Lt_Burton says:
::Takes the crest::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
CO: That could definitely come in handy ::grins::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: Under certain circumstances this could prove... useful.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
XO: You can say that again. Twice.
DCO_Lt_Burton says:
CO:This is more of an honor than any medal sir, thank you.
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: It has been an honor for me to lead you in this mission. I could not have asked for a better team.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
CO: Well sir we could have done it without your leadership
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::inclines his head a degree, and knows a little bar just off the promenade he'll be killing tonight visiting::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL:  Now if you are all still interested in that drink, then the first round is on Lieutenant Arca ::grins::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
ALL: I'll drink to that ::winks at the CE::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::nods at the XO:: ALL: Well we better get the drinks going
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::heads over to the replicator:: ALL: What does everyone want?
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
CE: Scotch, neat... since you're buying. ::grins::
DCO_Lt_Burton says:
CE: Kanar.
CO_Q`tor says:
::shakes his head:: CE: Tsk tsk.  I'll be right back.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::presses a few command but stops at the CO comment::
CO_Q`tor says:
::leaves the lounge for a few minutes.  When he returns he's carrying three black bottles::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::decides to crash on ds9 for the night... definitely gonna be a morning departure situation::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: Replicated drinks won't do to get things started.  Now this :: indicates the bottles:: is a 1645 vintage.  A very good year.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::walks over and picks up a bottle and looks at it::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::surprised - she owned a bar for quite some time, and had never heard of anything alcoholic surviving for that long::
CO_Q`tor says:
CE: Klingon fire wine ::grins a big toothy grin::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::then grabs the corks and pops it off and holds it over his head:: ALL: Here is to us for a successful mission
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::laughs:: Self: Definitely gonna be a morning departure.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
AS:  Or afternoon, or evening...
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::smirks:: XO: I meant the next morning.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
AS: I know, and I meant the next afternoon or the next evening ::grins::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::laughs at the XO comment and drink the wine from the bottle:: XO: Sounds good to me
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::shrugs:: XO: I've given up arguing with shrinks. ::grins::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Pours two glasses of wine and walks over to the XO offering her one::  XO: Lieutenant, it has been an honor serving with you.  Perhaps fate will let us serve together again one day.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::takes the glass:: CO: I'd be amenable to that.  ::takes a cautious sip and a surprised look comes over her face:: CO: Wow....
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL:  If any of you ever visit Qo'noS you must come to Naqtor in the Baneth Valley.
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: We will go hunting

<<<<<End Mission>>>>>