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Posted on Sunday February 21st, 2021 @ 5:18pm by Lieutenant Commander Curzon Bennett

Mission: The Forgotten Outpost
Location: NCC Deliverance / Arrival DS3
Timeline: Now

Nebula Class Star Ship NCC Deliverance on rout to DS3
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The door slid open to the bridge Ambassador Deskrek walked out of the turbo-lift. The Captain turned and smiled "Ambassador we are getting close to DS3." he said. "Thank you, Captain" he replied walking to the center of the bridge. "With your permission Captain my I address the bridge crew?" asked Ambassador Deskrek. The Captain laughed lightly. "you don't need my permission the stage is yours Ambassador." said the Captain. everyone on the bridge turned and faced the Ambassador.

Eiban thought for a moment as memories flashed through his mind of the last two years. "Crew of the Deliverance, It has been a great two years serving with the best crew and ship in Star Fleet, I do truly believe that. You all have taught me so much the last two years and saved me countless times." He said sincerely. "But it will take some time to recover from the party last night." He said with a light laugh.

The bridge crew laugh some and nodded at what he was saying. Some sadden by the Ambassador's soon departure.

He was quiet for a moment as he swallowed hard trying to keep his emotions from showing too much. "I will miss you all, what was that old earth saying, Oh ya, God speed and good luck with your continuing mission," he said. One at a time they came up and shook his hand then returning to their stations.

The captain was the last one to come up" it had been an honor Ambassador." He said shaking Eiban's hand. "well I know how much you wanted to be here on the bridge with us and you were a great help at times. I hear you have recently passed the bridge crew Starfleet test from Number One also you hold the rank of lieutenant. So, Attention! The Ambassador has the bridge." he said with an evil grin. "I am getting some coffee." the Captain turned and walked into his ready room.

The Ambassador stood there shocked as the bridge crew stared at him. He took a deep breath let it out slowly." He looked at the XO "Numer one, report on status" he said as he wants and sat in the captain's chair. "Sir, we are on our way to DS3 at warp 6, we have heard of some trouble at DS3, still waiting on the report from them. Suddenly Eiban felt the wait of the position almost becoming aware of all the personnel on the ship and the respectability of them and the Ship. His stomach seems to tighten as he thought about it. He had to face death more times than he could count but it did not feel like this.

He thought about this Nebula Class Star Ship was a little different than her sisters she was made for combat and patrol. with a modified upper wing mode having X phasers phaser array and two rapid-fire torpedo launchers made her different some would say she was almost on par with the Sovereign-class for firepower.

He looked over the chair command panel when it lights up. Data started to stream over it. Then from tactical, The lieutenant says "Sir I have three ships on sensors it looks to be a supply ship that has lost power. Two other ships in engaging it. The OX was about to say something when he was cut of by the Ambassador. "RED Alert! drop out of warp" as flashing red lights light the bridge area and the ship he could feel the crew taking to their stations. "On-screen" Ambassador ordered.

The Captain walked out of the ready room as the Ambassador stood to his feet and walk to the center of the bridge. The Ambassador and the Captain took note as every station reported in. The Captain walked in behind the Ambassador but said nothing. Number one was about to say something but the Captain raised one hand and motioned him to stop.

The Ambassador took a deep breath and let it out slowly. He looked at the other two ships closing on the Passenger ship. Eiban closed his eyes he could feel more out there something inside told him there was someone missing. As all the training he had received flashed through his head. he opened his eyes. "Scan for more ships nearby, Open a channel to the other ships," he said. "Channel open" he heard.

"This is Ambassador Eiban Deskrek, of the Star Fleet Federation disengage at wants or you will be fired on," he said sternly.

The Captain raised an eyebrow at his demands. "So much for diplomacy" he mumbled.

The two ships turn and start to fly at the Deliverance. "Sir their shields are up and weapons are charging," said Tactical.

"Ready phasers!" ordered Ambassador.

The Captain stepped up "your relieved Ambassador." he said placing his hand on his shoulder. Eiban stepped back and out of the way.
"Prepare to fire phasers." ordered the Captian.

"Sir, there is another ship decloaking off the port side it's charging some type of weapon" announced Tactical.

The Ambassador steps forward "Fire on that ship. Do it now!" he yelled.

"Fire" yelled the Captain'

Beams of light shot from the Deliverance some from the saucer section and some from the mod wing on top. targeting its shields and weapons. Several explosions could be seen across the decloaking ship. "Direct hits on shields down and weapons Down, sir" announced tactical.

The other ship paused then jump to light speed the two others followed disappearing in streaks of light.

The Captain nodded to the Ambassador "Nice call Ambassador, Do not do that again," he said sternly to the Ambassador. "let's help out the passenger ship.

the Ambassador nodded "yes Captain" he replied. He walked over to a station "Captain can notify DS3 of our delay." he asked.

The Captain did not even look back at the Ambassador "use my ready Room Ambassador" he answered.

"thank you, Captain," said Eiban.

walking in he sat at the desk "computer open priority channel To DS3" there was a pous "priority channel established" answered the computer.

=/\= Deep space 3 this is Ambassador Eiban Deskrek need to talk to your Commander or XO =/\=

=/\= This is DS3 Sand by Ambassador =/\=

[Deep Space Three]

Looking up from his station in the Starbase's Main Operations Centre, Ithahr caught the eye of one of the Communications crewmen. Their hand in their ear, it seemed they were receiving a signal through their console. They motioned him over, and the XO obliged gliding along to the station. An unfamiliar face filled it, seemingly in a Starfleet briefing room of some sort.

'NCC Deliverance, Ambassador Deskrek, Commander,' the crewman hissed in his ear.

'Deliverance, this is Commander th'Shrannok of Deep Space Three,' stated Ithahr smoothly in his soft voice. 'Ambassador Deskrek, although it's a pleasure to see you, I thought we wouldn't be meeting until later on today, per Starfleet's last update.' The Andorian's antennae twitched, 'I trust there isn't an issue at your end?'

NCC Deliverance:

As the red alert silenced in the background, the Ambassador smiled "Nothing we could not handle." his face changed to a more serious one. "We came upon three unknown Starships attacking a supply ship. We are aiding the supply ship now. We did fire and damage one of them and they seemed to have clocking devices but they got away. we could not leave the Supply ship it has no power. We could be another hour behind. I have heard that DS3 has had some problems Do I need to be aware of anything? the Ambassador asked.

a door could be hard opening in the background. The Ambassador looks up. A man's voice could be heard "Ambassador, we will have to tow her in. I have never seen anything like it. The whole power system is drained and damaged." the voice said.

The Ambassador says "thank you Captain for the update." The door could be heard again closing.

"Commander th'Shrannok, as I was asking can you fill me in on any other issues to look for on our way in?" asked the Ambassador.

'Sensors show the approaches to Deep Space Three to be clear out to four light years - long range sensors register no hostiles at present,' Ithahr looked to his subordinate, 'we'll ensure a priority report is prepared for our Chief Tactical Officer, and that the Chief Strategic Operations Officer is clued in. Keep your communications channel set to this frequency and we'll monitor you from here.

'Pirate activity has been increasing in the region, and there are no guarantees of your safety, or the ship being towed - my advice would be to proceed to Deep Space Three at best speed in your current condition.' Ithahr nodded his head, 'priority will be given to your approach.'

"Commander th'Shrannok, I thank you for your help and information I know we will be towing another vessel in with us. I will talk to the captain of the Deliverance. I think we will be good until we get there I hope."

'Very well Ambassador,' Ithahr nodded, antennae twitching and white scar lines brightening on his hands as he gripped the console in front of him a little tighter, concern running through him. 'Keep us informed of your progress - and keep safe. Deep Space Three, out.' As the channel winked out, Ithahr looked at the Tactical Officer on duty. 'Keep an eye on Deliverance, Ensign. At the first sign of trouble, send me a priority signal.' Without waiting for a reaction the Andorian stalked off towards his office, a bundle of nervous energy.

[Discovery]

Eiban stands and walks out of the ready room. The starts in the main viewer were streeking by. He walks up to the Captain. The Captain looks up at Eiban "Ambassador, I saw you got to talk to DS3. is everything ok?" he asked.

shaking his head "I don't know the Pirate activity in this area is bad right now Captain. They suggest that we be careful going in. What do you suggest Captain?" Ask Eiban.

The Captain gave a sigh. "He stood to his feet and smiled. "Ambassador, I have to get you to DS3, and that I will do" he said. He turned to the bridge crew "Yellow alert! let's get to DS3."

Several hours later "Deliverance to DS3 we are on final approach with one disabled ship and Ambassador Eiban Destrek. the Deliverance at yellow alert until the Ambassador disembarks." announced the Captain.

'Deliverance, Deep Space Three Control acknowledges. Priority lane gamma is cleared for approach. Advise that within the starbase's defensive perimeter you release the disabled vessel and allow our tugs to guide them in. Proceed at standard approach speeds. Deliverance, acknowledge.'

"Acknowledge Deep Space Three Control" replied the Captian.

A few minutes later "Release the supply ship. Maneuvering thrusters helm take us in" ordered the Captain.

the Captain looked at the bridge crew "Good job" he turned and walked towards the turbolift right behind Ambassador Destrek "let get you on the station.

OFF:

Eiban Deskrek
Federation Ambassador
DS3

and

Lieutenant Commander Ithahr th'Shrannok
Executive Officer
DS3