BREEN - Chamber of Thots, Fer'nark Capital

"...What I think the Thot forgets is that we are having this Chamber meeting because Thot Veir was infact killed by a Skirmish that took place outside our very border..... The war is getting out of hand - It is spreading out of control, and mark my words - before long Sheliak,Gorn,Romulan and yes.... THE CONFEDERACY will be dragged in to it. It is a literal clash of the Titans we are witnessing - Some of the Galaxys Largest Powers at each others Throats, 1000's of ships destroyed, Planets occupied or destroyed........ and still no end in sight." Thot Pran Fell Silent - to allow for Thot Quarr's Response.

"Thot Pran, The whole reason that I stand against you for leadrship is for the fact I believe you will drag us needlessly into a war that is not of our concern - Why should we send our ships and our troops to fight ith either side - why risk sacraficing our worlds in some vain attempt to Prove the Confederacys power. What don't you relise? We are a power. That said, perhaps not quite on the level of the Federation or Dominion - but look at it this way; despite the Federation outnumbering us 4 to 1 they never once made aggressive moves towards us. The Klingons - They Respect us as warriors. Do you realise how hard it is to gain Klingon Respect? and even the romulans are cautious of us. And I hav not forgoten Thot Veir, who was a great leader to our people, was killed OUTSIDE these borders - The sad fact is that there is a war on and he was aware of that. But neither of the powers have declared war on us. why would they? It would only mean more ships to fight. Nobody wants us as an enemy. I don't think our people want to fight a war that is of no intrest to them. Chamber, I ask you to select me as Supreme Thot of The Breen Alliance.Diplomacy is the way to deal wil these people - not war. I shall instead continue along the path of economic and Social reform that Veir layed down - I will ensure all Breen have a comfortable standard of living - The military will be there to defend our borders - not to wage futile wars."
The Chamber broke into a hub of chat - to an outsider it would sound like a deafning level of static crackling. Thot Pran stood up once more to address the chamber.
"Declare war Quarr? It goes to show that your listening skills are not of a standard needed of this position. I never once mentioned that IWould declare war, what I was saying is that war for us is inevibetal - My Dear Thots of the Confederacy, most of you will have done or still do military service. You know the type of galaxy that exists beyond the borders of the confederacy. And It is not one that shares Thot Quarrs policy. DO YOU REALLY THINK, for even one momment, that If the Dominion wins and the FA is crushed. That we shall be left alone? I think not. I suspect that months after their victory Thousands apon Thousands of Dominion and Carrdassian ships will come screaming across our border and the Confederacy will be conqured in no less that 5 months. That is, if Quarr is in power. Under him the military will have reduced funding so our people can enjoy a better lifestyle. Well I say what good is a Comfortable lifestyle if it is to be snatched away from you by the Dominion. Don't think they won't - even Quarr will admit the Cardassians don't like us and have several disputes on territory along our borders". The Chamber filled with noise once again. Pran Continued.
"What if the FA win then? I'll tell you what. We will forever live in their shadow - constanly kept in cheak by them, not being allowed to expand into certain areas, the Federation Council forever sticking its nose into border disputes between us and other minior powers. Making sure we behave ourselfs. The Klingons might well declare war should they get bored. Well I say NO MORE! This is our chance to expand our space without the Federation watching, out chance to assert ourselfs as a power that should be listened to. I make no secrets that Under my rule I will expand both our space and Fleet numbers. Our children and their Children will Live in a Confederacy that is the more than the Federations Equal - A confederacy greater than any of the powers in the alpha quadrant, a future where it is the Breen that Dictates Terms to the Federation and not vice versa. Even the Sheliak who's territory is almost half our size are expanding. Now is the Time to make our move my friends. Give me the chance and I will ensure our people live well, I will not make war but if war should come to us Our Systems and Fleets WILL-BE-READY! I will gain territory, more room for our expanding population, I will open up Diplomatic relations with the romulans who share many of our views. YOU CHOOSE...... The existance we have now - or a greater future for the confederacy and her people. I have sevrved the confederacy well all these years and Should I gain the postion of Supreme Thot, I can serve her even better. I believe in the Confederacy and the Sprit that Makes her great. If you can give me such belief, Great things will happen for for us all." By this time many of Prans Supporters were on their feet applauding. this continued as Thot Yeta, speaker of the Chamber made his way to the central Podium.
"Peoples Representation Chamber of the Breen Alliance. You have heard The views of both Thots Pran and Quarr who stand before you toady contesting for the position of Supreme Thot - Leader of The Breen Alliance and her people. You have the next four hours to submit your desision. I would note to either party that a majority of a least 80% would be ideal to confirm your victory. Please make you make your way to the great hall..... and keep in mind your decision will shape the confederacys future.....And take us down a path from which there will be no return."

A console bliped in Thot Prans office. Thot Avartar, turning away from other matters proceeded over to it.
'The Tholians?' he thought to himself as he read the short proposal sent from the assembly. tapping his wrist-com, Thot Avartar alerted Thot Pran to this newest diplomatic message.
"Thot Pran Sir, I think you best take a look at this....."

Later.....

"6 decades of absoulutly no communication with the Assebly - and now.... now they offer us AN ALLIANCE?" Pran was taken back - he continued to read the words over and over. Avartar spoke up.
"You did say you wanted to unite the minor empires sir....."
"Yes, but this...... this is too simple , to quick - As yet the chamber can not decepher the Tholians recent behavior, and Alliance with them at this point might turn up unexpected results..... an perhaps not ones in our favour." Pran took one final glance at the message. "Prepare to record a transmission to the Tholian Assembly!"

INCOMING TRANSMISSION:

......From Breen Alliance
......For the Leader of the Tholian Assembly

Greetings from the Breen Alliance, My name is Thot Pran, Supreme Thot of the BA. Concerning you recent alliance proposal, the Confederacy is very...... taken back with such an upfront offer. I must inform you however, that we are watchers.... we prefer to observe potential allies and see if they are worthy of an alliance with us. We would also like to point out that while we are on friendly terms with the Cardassian Union, the Dominion remains a strange force to us, and one we are unsure about.
Therefore at this time the BA must decline the offer of a military alliance with your people and instead offer a non aggression pact. In time we may come to trust you enough to forge an alliance, but for now I hope you will settle for a non-aggression pact.

Thot Pran Out.

BA TACTICAL COMMAND: Main viewscreen

BREEN ORBIT: STAR STATION BREEN; Docking Port
Thot Pran and Thot Yett flanked by four guards stood and watched as the Roumulan Shuttle docked. It cam to a halt and powered down its green engines. Momments later a ramp desended from a small door on the side of the shuttle and the door itself slid back. The figures of 5 Romulans emerged.
"I did'nt know the senator was to be escorted by the Tal'Shiar" Thot Yett noted to Pran in a quite mannar.
Thot Pran continued to look ahead, already making eye contact with the senator.
"Neither did I Yett...." The Senetor was yards away from him now "...... Welcome to Confederacy space Senetor, I hope your visit here is fruitful and provides solid footing for greater relations between our two great peoples in the future..."
The Senetor gave a wry smile "As do I Thot Pran, I can only hope you are more liberal in your negotiations that the Sheliak were."
Thon Pran, who actually agreed with how the Sheliak handled the negotiations just gave a nod.
"Im sure as long as the star empire makes sensible suggestions, the Confederacy will take them seriously" Pran Replied. Thot Yett decided they had seen enough of the Docking facility.
"Very Good, Now if the Senetor woukld like to come this way we have a small reception waiting for you before we Bream down to Breen to start negotiations."
As they proceeded out the Docking bay, Pran gave a slight hand signal to his guards informing him he wanted the Tal Shiar Guards watched very closley.

Diplomatic Reception: 2 hours later

"Sir could I have a word?"
"Of course..... Excuse me Senetor.." Pran turned away from the Senetor and looked at Thot Vem.
"What is it Vem?" Pran asked
"Some diplomatic news Sir, It would seem the Tholians have declred war on the Gorn and are advising us NOT to sign any non-aggression pacts with them.
"The Tholians have no influence on the Confederacys desisions one way or the other..... Talk to Yett, hes our supreme ambassador, and whatever he says go with... Clear?"
"Yes Sir"
Thot Vam began to walk away.....

"Oh and Vam....." Pran called, getting his attention once again,
"Sir?"
"Under no circumstances will we be getting involved in this little war of theirs..... Make that clear."
"Of course sir" Vam said giving a sligjht nod.
Thot Pran then turned back to the senetor and quickly offered a toast; "To the Breen Confederacy and Romulan Star Empire, may our bond become stronger in the years to come..........."

BREENDOCK; BREEN ORBIT.

Thot Pran took the Bridge of the B.A.S Cryogenisis, the Acting Flagship of the Breen Alliance untill the Syetem Defender Class was ready for construction.
"Its an exellent weapon for its size - It will be a valuble asset to our Fleets." Pran spoke, placing his hand on the Thots Chair.
"What benifits this class sir is its speed - It can cover 7 sectors in one week. Its the fastest class in our fleets". Thot Ava remarked.
"A fine advance in our warp propulsion technology if ever there was one - but I feel it is time to test what this Ship is capable of...." Pran remarked mischeviously.
"A test flight Perhaps?" the helm troop remarked.
"More of a test fight........ I have arranged for two decommisioned Frigates to rendevous with us outside the system - They will engage us in a wargame." the Crew let out a cheer - Confederacy wargames were one of skill and tactics - unlike the federation, the breen used live weapons - To win the wargame means keeping your life. All breen relished the chance to prove their superior tactics.
"All troops to your stations - take us out of Breendock - 1/4 impluse , enter warp once we clear the system." Pran commanded as he took his place at the Thots Chair.
The ships glided out of breendock gracefully - passing several other ships of the newly commisioned Escort Class. the Ship then vanished in a burst of light.

15mins later:

"Comming out of warp sir - two frigates approching - their sheilds are raised and weapons are fully charged" Op's reported.
"Then I suggest we do the same - target the lead ship, Full burst of forward disruptors on their starboard hull." Pran snapped.
The frigates approched the Escort crusier in a variety of evasion paterns - the B.A.S Cryogenisis unleashed its disruptors on the lead frigate, but it managed avoid to the full brunt of the attack ....
"Their sheilds are holding at 92% sir - " But as he reported the damage of the other ship, Cryogenisis was rocked hard - throwing some of the standing Troops to the Ground.
"Keep in attack patern Blizard Alpha 9 , " Pran commanded. the frigates however, remained hard to fire apon ....
Smoke was coming from some consoles - we have recived several volleys Sir - Our sheilds are holding at 72 ........ " The ship Shook violently , one Breen was Thrown across the bridge. "Correction, holding at 67%".
"O.K - enough toying with them, we have been chasing them now let them come to us....Their status?" Pran asked.
"Sheilds holding at 60% and 87%"
Cryogenisis slowed to a crawl, the two frigates turned and raced towards the rear of the ship
"NOW!" Pran shouted
with that a volley of Plasma Torpedos launched from the rear of the ship - and impacted on the hull of the lead Frigate,

The Explosion damage the second frigates underhull - Now in flames in persued Prans ship - but the escort classes speed came to its own, swinging round in an ark it made straight for the remaining frigate and relesed its disruptors and plasma torpedos - there was no time to moveout the way and it exploded violently - with the Cryogenisis flying straight through the explosion and the debris.
The was Cheer of celebration from the crew - and Thot Pran left his seat and put his hand on the flight control officers seat.

"Satisfactory...... Helm, take us home."

CHAMBER OF THOTS; Confederacy State Building

Thot Lon made his report before the Chamber, standing on the central Podium he faced the gaze of over 200 Thot representatives.
"Research on the Omega Sentry Cannon was completed in the early hours of Wedarc morning this week - Our scientists have done an excellent job, Construction of this immense weapon will begin once the Treasury can allocate funding. With the cannon operational our enemys will have to think seriosly before mounting an assault in the Breen System - and with the future prospect of having the Energy dampning satalite Network up and running in the nexy year - an attack on Breen space would mean slaughter for intruders...... and speaking of Slaughter - The Vortex T-9 type Torpedo has gone into develpoment.." There were some cheers from the Chamber.
"...Yes, Yes calm your enthusiasm It might be up to 4-5 months before the Torpedos are carried on our ships. they are to be installed on the Backbone of the Fleet - The frigate class and the System Defender. With The VT9 torpedos at its disposal - the System Defender will be one of the quadrants most heavily armed ships in the Quadrant and once the System Defender refit takes place - The System Defender WILL be the most feared Warship class in the quadrant!!!" The Chambers enthusiasm was unrestrained once again as a rapturess echoed throughout the Chamber.
*QUESTION FROM THOT GON - CONFEDRA PRIME GOVONER* The computer announced.
Thot Gon, a member of the upper chamber activated his voice amplifier, as the rest of the Chamber looked at him on their individual desk viewscreens.
"Yes I have a question, its about the Sheliak's new Bio-weapon...."
"What about it?" Lon Enqiured
"Does it have the Capacity to Kill Breen?"
"No, our refrigeration suits protect us - they keep us at a tempreture of -174 C , a tempreture that the Virus is destroyed in. Anyway it is a Virus that is designed specifically for Humans, Vulcans, Vorta, ferengi, Betazoid, Klingon, Romulan ect....
The only races Immune from it are the Sheliak themselfs, Breen and the Silicon based Tholians. I hope I have put your mind at.... ease."
Thot Gon gave a reasured nod.
"The shelaik are adding great strength to the NDC - The Breen and Sheliak have some of the quadrants most efficent ground Troops, with this weapon at our disposal it will make planetry invasion a task our children could preform. Add to that the web-spining technology that the NDC's newest members have Brought with them and you have a formidable fighting force - the NDC continues to grow in strenghth and will continue to do so for the forseable future." Thot Lon paused for a momment to review the agenda PADD.
"One final note, While Thot Pran is on Cardassia Prime I will be acting in his place - any requests for an audience with him will have to be put back a few weeks if you do not wish to converse with me. In addition for the next 3 weeks the Colony Govoners will submit their reports to myself. Is there any other questions?" Lon asked. The response was complete silence.
"Good. This Chamber meeting is Over - All hail the Confedracy."

TU 023

TU 024

UNITY 4: HEADQUARTERS OF THE NDC COUNCIL

The Breen Ship decloaked in front of the station and immediatly signalled Operations, reqesting permission to dock. The ferengi quickly gave the signal and the frigate docked with the station.
Two Ferengi Daimons awaited the Breen ambassador at the airlock. the Metallic door
slid back to reveal the figures of five Breen.
"Which onces the Ambassador?" one of the daimons hastily asked the other.
"the one with the stripe...... I think" Vrok answered.
The Breen Ambassador walked forward, towering over the small frames of the ferengi.
"Are your Universal translators adjusted?" The Breen Asked.
"Well.... eh yes? Are yours?" Vrok asked.
"We are trained in 109 languages as children, ferengi included. So yes, I understand
you crystal clear." The two ferengi looked at each other.
"Now that we have establised that, I am Thot Kal - Ammbassor to the NDC council
and representative of the Breen Alliance."
"I am Daimon Vrok of the Ferengi Alliance and now Daimon of the Space Station UNITY
4, we welcome you aboard ambassador, and may I say......"
"Please Daimon, It has been a long Trip and I just wish to rest in my quarters for the
time being......"
"Yes of course I understand.." The group started to walk ".... and we have replicated the Tempreture so that you will be comfortable with or without the suit....."
"An attempt to get a glimpse at the true Breen apperence?" The Thot asked.
"What! Never!" Vrok exclaimed.
"I intend to have my guards search the entire quarters for recording and scanning devices - if we find any, it will be quite the diplomatic incident......"
"There is nothing for you to worry about, if you want to keep your apperence to yourself then thats your buisness, who are we to........." But Vrok was cut off.
"Don’t worry" Thot Kal chukled "I know the ferengi are not stupid enough to invade
an ammbassadors privacy, I just find other races intrest in our true apperence.....
ammusing".
The two ferengi laughed nervously.
"What was so funny? You should understand I despise those who try to gain my favor
in a false manner...... or in the terran way of things ‘suck up to me’. You will find me
rather liberal - thats why the Chamber sent me and why I took this assignment - Its
more than just debating in the Chamber every week. I won’t judge your strange customs and in return you treat me with intelligence and not just another fool to swindle in negotiation. That is if you want this alliance to hold."
Vrok gave a grin.
"I think Im going to enjoy our working relationship............ here are your quarters."
Vrok said pointing to a grand door.
"The ferengi don’t do anything by small measures do they?" Thot Kal said, bemused
by the granture of the entire station - and quarters that outshone his own home on
Breen. Vrok smiled.
"Im glad your impressed - But you should see the tower of Commerce! Now thats a real symbol of wealth!"
"Im more than willing to take a tour at a later stage...... but for now rest" as Thot Kal opened the door he stood back as he gazed at authentic Breen Designed funiture - and
even a Breen Icepit, for Breen hygine uses.
"They are satisfactory" he said , hiding his amazment behind the mask and garbled voice.
"we will leave you now - I hope you might join us later for a tour of op’s and the
council chamber." Vrok asked. Kal just gave a nod. As the two ferengi moved away
down the corridor , Thot Kal called to them.
"May I ask who the sheliak are sending as ammbassador?" he asked.
"An ammbassador Korazon, first class." the other Daimon replied.
The Breen remained quiet for a brief few momments, ammused.
"Well this is going to be an intresting assignment indeed" he said before closing his
quarters doors...... leaving the Ferengi somewhat bemused at his statement.

TU 026

CARDASSIA PRIME:

"Welcome to Cardassia prime Thot Kaw. I hope the journey was uneventful." The founder said greeting her Breen guest.
"Should you be refering to the presence of any federation Ships then no - Im pleased to say we encountered none..... mind you, after last weeks bombing of their shipyards I suspect you might be seeing alot more federation ships in the future...." Thot Kaw replied, unintrested in the Founders attempts at breaking the Ice.
"That is another matter and one I shall not be discussing....." The Founder snaped, letting her mask slip slightly, before reaserting a smile and continuing,
"We hope your stay here will show you that the Dominion has only ever had the best intrests of the Alpha Quadrant at heart - And if the NDC was to join our cause we could help to end this brutal war." Thot Kaw gave a slight nod.
"Thot Pran had thought of the dominion as a plauge that would one day wipe us out. However, it must be said that you gift of a Confrontation crusier, which I might add we are making our flagship - and 4000 of your attack ships at 400Di, these gestures have certainly changed the opinion of many in the Chamber of Thots - The Breen are more favorable to you now than we have been with a major power in a long time."
The founder gave a nod as she listened to his words. The Cardssians, however, gazed at the Breen in a diffrent fashion - as if to say they had plans of their own.
"At the end of the day my assignment is to see if it is worth the time and effort of the NDC's forces to take up arms against the federation alliance. I don't need to hear propoganda - Im sure if I payed the Federation a visit they would also tell me that they only have the alpha quadrants best intrests at heart. Im here to assess if infact the NDC has anything to gain by declaring war. My report will be submited to the NDC council itself for review. They will make the desision. " Thot Kaw said in blunt terms to the founder.
"Of course, but I guarentee that together the Dominion, Cardassians and NDC will be unstoppable........together we could wipe the Federation alliance from the face of the Galaxy! I ask you to think about that Thot Kaw."

TU 027

Cardassia Prime (earlier):

"As you can see here Thot Kaw, the Dominion boasts some of the Strongest Ships ever to grace the alpha quadrant....... You saw how we devestated that Klingon fleet months back it was glorious...." Weyoun stated.
Thot Kaw glimpsed at the data - glancing at a cardassian nearby a large console. As weyoun droned on the Cardassian gave the Breen a slight nod as if to signal something.... was about to happen.

Suddenly every console in the command center switched to one image - that of Legate Derak.

As of 0600 today the Cardassian Union is ceasing it's current relationship with the Dominion.
We are fed up with being treated as mere lackeys by the Dominion and extensions of the
Dominion by the Federation.

To the Dominion: We bear you no ill will, we simply cannot stand with you when we know
that we may be the next you turn on. The Tholian incident shows that you cannot be
trusted, your resulting attempt to bribe us shows your true feelings towards our race.

To the Federation: Your current military actions speak of hypocrisy. You attack only the weakest targets, enjoy victories in our territories while the stronger enemy grows in power.
You have damaged our production base and navy to a point where we can no longer offer much serious response.

I hope you at least take pleasure in the pain and suffering you have caused, otherwise you
have gained nothing. Where is that vaunted Federation idealism and humanitarianism now?
Let the galaxy see that you are nothing but third rate hypocrites.
Since my faction is now standing by itself you can crush it easily, and no doubt you will take up that 'challenge'. But we will fight, no matter the odds, if attacked. We will defend ourselves and our families. We will stand at the last planet united in our defiance, knowing that we defend our worlds for ourselves and no-one but ourselves

And someday, should the remnants of our people still live, they will remember.

Legate Derak Out.

The Vorta could only look on in horror. As he lifted his head he saw the room full of cardassians stare at him - along with the Breen. He turned his head to the tactical display board to see a massive Breen fleet on a direct course.......... For Cardassia Prime.

"You, You had this planned all along - the romulans are right.... never turn your back on a Bree......" But before the hysterical vorta could finish his rant - Thot Kaw blasted his chest with a disruptor.
"I wanted to kill that smug vorta..." one of the Cardassian soildiers blurted out. The Breen took note.
"There are plenty more on this planet....." And with that the cardassian smiled..... The cardassian people was truly free at last

TU 028

CARDASSIA PRIME:

It was almost dusk in Lokarian city, Thot Kaw with a small escort toured the Unions finest museum..... a wonderful display of past and present Cardassian artifacts aswell as some from other worlds.
"Quite impresive, Im finding myself drawn to this rich culture.... The cardassian people certainly have a lot to offer Armon."
Gul Armon his guide nodded.
"Indeed, the Galaxy has no idea what they deny themselfs... We try to enrich the galaxy and instead we are fired apon! Look at the bajorans.... We tryed to show them civilliastion, but they rejected it with violence." Armon continued.
"The Bajorans are to primative to understand anything of value. But why sulk at the past - now is the time to start a glorious new era for the Union, just look how we have come out our isolation..." Thot Kaw commented.
"Hahaha, ah yes indeed Thot. Legate Derak will lead us to a glorious new era - good times are ahead for my people, I can feel it."
Their conversation was interupted by Kaw's wrist-com.
"Do excuse me a momment Gul...... Kaw here what is it?"
"This is Thot Pran..... Ive good news for our cardassian friends, the treasury says they will suspend all obligations to send the BA dilithium as of the turn!"
"Im sure this will make their day Pran.... What of the federation?"
"They are yet to give up the system, As a result we will not commit to any treaty with them."
"Have they given a reaction?" Kaw asked.
"I could not care less what the federation thought, the fact is there will be no treaty signed now...... or possibly ever."
"Well thats hardly a great loss... anyway I shall pass on the good news to the cardassians. Thot Kaw Out."
with that Thot Kaw turned back to Gul Armon.
Good news Gul, very good news........

TU 030

CHAMBER OF THOTS: Breen Homeworld

The Chamber was in an uproar - Thots from diffrent fleets, govenors of diffrent
colonies shouted out opinions , many pounding their fists on their desks to make their
point. Thot Pran had had enough - he took out his disrutor and fired it into the air. The
Chamber gradually fell quiet again.
"Im glad you realise where you are - This is the Chamber of Thots, the Government of
the BA. I would ask you to behave like breen and not barbaric Klingon Dogs." Thot Pran sat back down on the seat of the supreme Thot, which looked out into the
Chamber. He held a PADD in his hand.
"Now I have presented you with the evidence Sheliak Intelligence has provied us
with. But lets review the Klingons statements shall we? We are weak. Hmmmm, now
- this is intresting as Klingon intelligence, theres a concept, must not be doing its
homework correctly. As I recall did we not just develop the VT9 torpedo which has
boosted frigate and system defender firepower? Oh and the fact that we just aquired 4000 Breen Attack ships and a Confrontation crusier. Not to metion that Thot Gor of the Breen Republic will be ready to launch his fleet in a day or too - Thats going to add 6200 Frigates and 500 Bioships at our disposal. Thats not what I call weak. In addition we are part of the NDC , which only adds to our strength. Why should any of
you have taken offence?" Thot pran paused for a momment reviewing more of the
data.
"Ah yes - ‘We will see how they like it when 1000 Neg’Vaghs decloak in their space’.
Now normally that kind of statement would unsettle me............ If it were not for the
fact they dont have 1000 Neg’Vaghs - They don’t even have 100. It is 30 at most. So
They must be planning to build 1000! I wonder how long that may take?" Pran
remarked sarcasticly, with some Thots already nodding at his point.
"Our System Defenders are superior to the Neg’Vagh class now we have the VT9
torpedo. And if 1000 Neg’Varhs ever do decloak in our space, we will have 1000
System Defenders waiting there to greet them." The chamber gave a cheer to such
an image.
"And as for the ‘Homosexual’ NDC statement........ well what did you expect coming from a bunch of inbreads like the Klingons?" A laugher filled the
Chamber. Thot Pran waited for it to die down.
"At the end of the day Thots, The Federation has accepted our desision and gone
back to their own buisness, the Romulans - who we do have a respect for, have an
non aggression treaty with us. The Klingons are on their own in this rant. They
obviously forget they face an enemy in the dominion - not the NDC. We told them
that we would consider a peace treaty if we found we could trust them. BUT HOW
CAN WE TRUST THEM WHEN THEY TREATEN TO INVADE US? They also
seem to forget it was a desision by the NDC - not just the Breen. Nether the less, the
NDC council has informed me that they do not wish to see war at this stage. Not with
one already happening in this quadrant. As a result I am finding myself needing to defuse the situation. I will make a statement later today........... And it will be best for the Klingons to heed my words......"

TU 034

TU 035

Orbit of Cardassia Prime: BAS FROZEN FATE, Flagship

"We are reciving an incoming transmission from Breen sir" a control officer annouced to Thot Ra on the Bridge of the Breen Alliances Flagship.
"Put it through to the ready room" Ra said exiting the Bridge. he sat down at a console and activated the screen.
"Thot Pran, to what do I owe the pleasure?"
Pran continued to stare face on.
"Ra, I am giving you priority one orders - 1000 of our attack ships will be placed under the command of Thot liron and will depart within the hour."
"This is all very sudden - I thought there would be two weeks prior warning to any fleet detachments......"
"Thot Ra, you are not to debate my orders. The NDC has plans for this quadrant, and you wanting a big fleet to command will not get in the way. Thot Ado has already departed with 500 Bioships." Pran said firmly.
"Very well, but I will have to inform Legate Derak about this......."
"No, I rather feel Legate Derak will know what is going on here."
"Then would you like to inform me?" Ra said somewhat frustrated.
"I don't want to discuss exact details of this operation, but I can tell you that a member of the NDC made a very intresting point at a council meeting a few days ago..... We agreed that we could not let the senario brought forward by them come to be. Unfortunatly the rest of the NDC has been far to slow in response - So I have decided that the Breen Alliance will lead the way ahead."
"At at least tell me where these ships are heading to....." Ra pleaded.
"The Obsidian Order homeworld - Orias." replied Pran.
"Oh I see." Thot Ra said finnaly catching on.
"Pran Out." the views screen returned to the Confedracy Symbol.
Thot Ra re-entered the Bridge.
"This is the Breen Alliance Flagship Frozen Fate to Blizzard Wing. You are now under the command of Thot Liron. Tell your crews to return from cardassias surface immediatly - you leave for Orias within the Hour........"

Tholis Sector: BAS WINTERS FURY

A badly beaten Jem'Hadar lay on the ground, three Breen Repeatedly kick punched it, occasionally stcking a pain stick into him.
Thot Zar stood close by.
"Entertainment is not what I remember, this creature does not even give the satisfaction of a cry of pain...." Zar said sticking a pain stick into his side.
"uzw/xx/wxx/x/wxw!!k!" One Breen exclaimed, a particlary vile curse that could not be translated - as no other launguage had a word for it.
"Language Zoan! Don't give this creature the satisfaction of seeing your frustration. I must say - Jem'hadar are the worst prisioners anyone could have."
with that Zar took out his disruptor and blasted a hole through the aliens chest.
"Thot Pran on secure channel for you sir." A voice announced over the comm system.'
"Put it through" Zar ordered as he walked over to a small screen on the wall.
"Thot Zar, did you recive your orders?" Pran Asked.
"Oh yes. Myself and Sheelas look forward to this new opertunity."
"Im sending a further fithteen Hundred ships." Pran reported.
"Very Good. and I will be Supreme commander of the Breen forces in the region?"
"As Always Zar. You won't fail me."
"No I won't, I'll make them regret the day they ever heard my name..........

TU 037

CONFEDRACY STATE TOWER: BA TACTICAL COMMAND

The Breen generals looked on at Tactical Display Table - it was confirmed. Thousands of Jem'had ships poured out of the wormhole and headed on a direct course for the occupied Dominion System.
"Looks like the the Founders have brought the entire gamma quadrant force. they are not going to give up as easy as the Federation might have hoped for. Nor are they weak as they were last weak." Klin Bada said pointing at the wormhole on the map.
"Our intelligence reports that they are now producing Confrontation Crusiers at an alarming rate - It will make the upcoming battle hard to call. The federations victory no longer looks assured." another Breen General noted.
A quiet Thot Pran looked on at the table. "There is no need to be concerned about this change of events - we will simply have to adapt to the situation. What have you heard about the Romulans?" Pran asked.
"We are waiting to see if they will send reinforcements. From the looks of things this will be the biggest battle the Alpha Quadrant has ever witnessed. Both sides will lose thousands of ships. but whoever wins will decide the next road the war will take." Klin Bada relpied.
"Monitor the situation - let me know of the first sign of engagment!" Pran said sharply.
Just as Pran turned around to head for his office, Thot Kaw entered the center.
"Thot Kaw! Good to see your back, when did you arrive?" Pran saked
"27:00 hours last night. Needless to say I needed rest in an authentic icepit to recover from the trip. But Im ready for duty once agin sir." Kaw replied.
"Very good. I suggest we continue this in my Office...."

OFFICE OF THE SUPREME THOT:

"Vahar?" Thot Kaw asked.
"Yes Thot Vahar of the Repubilc - He is Thot Kals counterpart on Unity 4. Arrived a few weeks back."
"I never heard of him." Kaw replied.
"I know. All I know is that he is one of Gors finest."
"Finest what? generals, diplomats, assasins?"
"he did'nt say. Hes a rather Mysterious fellow. But thats the republic for you."
Thot Pran took a PADD from his desk.
"But thats not the reason I brought up UNITY 4." Pran said handing the PADD to Kaw.
Kaw read throught the report for a few momments.
"You've stationed the Glacial Assault Fleet there?"
"Indeed, They arrived last week. The Ferengi forces along with our fleet will guarentee the saftey of UNITY 4 from any hostile attacks."
"You expecting one?" Kaw enquired
"No, but you can never be too prepared. This also allows a fleet of fenengi Military Maurauders to attend to 'other' matters."
Thot Kaw nodded, understanding what Pran was refering to.
"You might also notice that the Chamber of Thots has decided our Ship production output needs to increse further. With the current technologys added to our ships we are on the verge of superpower status... however we also need the ability to vastly expand our fleets. Hence the Republic has agreed to loan us 500Di to build our 4th shipyard at Vortax III. The chamber also plans to build a 5th in the comming months pushing our production capability to 100 ships per turn!" Pran said standing up and walking over to a large window.
"Impressive, I also see defense is coming along with these ODSs we are purchasing from the ferengi."
"Then along with the ED Satalites will make our space a place no empire in their right mind would invade.... unless they are infact on a suicide mission." Pran chukled.
"But what of this current Dominion situation Pran? They are strong again."
"Ive sent a Diplomatic Party to rendevous with 2 Jem'hadar ships in a sector close to their space. I will await for the outcome of these talks. In the meantime I intend for current fleet movements to continue....."

No sooner had Pran finished than a console in his room anounced an incoming sub-space message..... from the NDC heavy Assault fleet.

NDC HEAVY ASSUALT FLEET: En Route to Orius

"No Liron, the new situation does not require a change in orders - You and the cardassian fleet will continue on a direct heading to Orius." Pran said firmly.
"As you wish sir...... I was not too sure if the Chamber had new plans.."
"If the Chamber has new plans you will be the first to know, but I can tell you the NDC council is currently comming up with new plans and tactics. You will be kept informed. Do not contact me further - I will contact you. Pran Out."
Thot Liron watched the viewscreen return to the image of stars warping by.
"Onwards we march then......."

TU 038

Deep Space: Breen-Dominion Negotiations

The Two Jem'Hadar vessles were surrounded by 100 Frigates, putting the Vorta negotiator at an unease.
"Perparing to transport" The Jem'Hadar First reported.
"Well get on with it then." The Vorta Snapped back at him.
The Breen Materialised in front of him.
"Greetings Thot......"
"I hold the rank of Klin, actually." The Breen replied.
"I apologise.... Klin" The Vorta said sheepishly.

"I must make it clear from the beginning that I do not speak for the NDC, nor do The Breen wish to join this war..... on either side." Klin Ved said in a sharp tone.
"I understand that clearly - Im here just to ensure that we are at a clear understanding, that is the Dominion will leave the Breen Alone - and the Breen agree to leave the Dominion to its own matters."
The Breen looked at the Vortas face for a few seconds.
"How do I not know that If you defeat the federation you will come after the Breen or the NDC?"
"Because we will have a massive occupation to keep under control. I also give you my word."
"The word of a Vorta means little. Perhaps a small tribute would change our minds."
"What kind of tribute?" the vorta quized.
"100Di will be fine." Klin Ved relpied, almost smug in his tone.
After a few momments of the Vorta thinking about the situation the Dominion was in - he did not want to risk having more enemys. He would agree to the Breens demands.
"Agreed. You can expect the transfer in the next week."
"Very good." replied Ved.
The Breen touched a button on his wristcom, and dematerilaised in front of the Vorta. The Breen ships around the Jem'hadar ships broke off and began to cloak as they went to warp.

Breen Tactical Command:

"Look at this Pran - The federation Casualty report is being revised upwards once again." Thot kaw pointed out. Pran glanced over at the Data board.
"Very Good." He remarked.
"Both sides took incredible loses - It was the greatest battle the quadrant has yet seen. You will also see that the Dominion too had high loses." Pran noted to Kaw.
"Surprising really - the Dominion fleet should not have suffered that kind of damage." Kaw said looking over ship loses.
"They have fallen behind the quadrant in terms of R&D. No doubt they will move to 'correct' that problem. But with the Federation and Klingons needing time to rebuild their fleets it might seem the Romulans will have to hold the lines against the dominion. If I were them Id have left the federation to their fate a long time ago."
"Then again Pran - you would have never joined the war in the first place..... and talking about the romulans....."
"Yes Kaw, I listened to the intecepted transmmsion between Creetak and Picard. Why they were patroling our borders and not the Dominions is anybodys guess. But it cost the federation that battle."
A few bleeps came from the central console momments later....
"Klin Ved has signed a non-aggression with the Dominion. We are 100Di up as a result." Kaw reported to Pran.
"Send it to Psi-Corps."
"As you wish sir.... but Dr Ava.."
"Dr Ava will recieve funding once this current phase of shipbuilding and system fortification is complete." Pran replied.
"In the mean time I intend to enjoy this quiet time while we wait for the NDC Council to vote.......... I'll be in my office." Pran then left the command center.
Thot Kaw just turned back to the causulty reports comining in from the other side of the alpha quadrant........ and once again began reading

TU 039

BAS Frozen Fate: En Rout to Cardassia

The bridge was filled with the sounds of officers talking, consoles humming, and footsteps on the metalic flooring. It was a hub of activity. Thot Prans arrival on the Bridge did little to change that.
"Sir, So glad you found your way hear....." Thot Ra siad somewhat ammused.
"Its a big ship...." Pran replied.
"Indeed.... a very big ship sir. It makes a suitible flagship for the BA. Plus with all the recent upgrdaes Its the most powerful ship in the quadrant."
Pran looked around the Bridge - far larger that any normal bridge found on the Frigates or even bioships.
"I persume we installed the seats?"
"Yes sir - standing for 16 hour shifts can get somewhat exhausting..."
Thot Ra got out his command seat letting Pran sit in it instead and take control of the vessel. He also handed Pran a PADD with incoming news from the entir quadrant.
"So how long untill we arrive at Cardassia?" Pran enquired.
"5 minuites Sir, but we will be in visual range in about one." the helm officer reported.
"You will find Legate Derak quite accomidating - you might like to visit Lokarian City if you get the chance. Cardassia is a rather beautiful world - for a world without much ice anyway."
"Im sure it is, but you are the one who has the love of cardssian culture not me. Im here for very obvious reasons, but also - I finally get to meet Executor Theilin in person. After all those sub-space communcications its about time."
Thot Ra looked forward looking at the stars glide past on the viewscreen.
"I take it You , the Executor and Derak will be discussing plans this evening?" Ra asked.
"Of course - we have much to discuss, Ive been invited to a dinner with the legate and the executor at Central Command."
"A Breen a Sheliak and a Cardassian. The Chef will have their work cut out." Ra chukled.
"Actually Thot Kaw while the ambassador to Cardassia said he have a most intresting dish. A large deep frozen Bird of terran origin. He rather enjoyed that."
"I take it you will know about the ice statue?" Thot Ra asked.
Pran just gave a glance.
"Never mind sir - you will see what I mean when we get to Cardassia...."
Pran just glanced through news coming in from the rest of the quadrant.
"Hmmm, It would seem that that other Klingon faction has emerged from their territory." Pran noted.
"Those reinforcements will no doubt help the Federation Alliance hold the lines aganist the Dominion." Ra added.
"They will need them." Pran replied.
"Now within visual range of Cardassia Prime" the helm officer reported.
"Very good.... On screen!" Pran commanded.

"Very impressive - I think it was a wise desision to invest in those Dominion ships - And with all those upgrades they are only deadlier." Pran said gazing apon the fleet.
"We will no doubt see their true value in battle...."
"Indeed Ra, we will".

Cardassia Prime: Lokarian City.

It was dusk and a calm had settled over the city. The Grand Struture of Cardassian Central Command was lit up. Inside the Central tactical command Room Thot Pran and Legate Derak reviewed current fleet deployments.
"Excelent - The Breen Republic's NDC division has arrived, that makes 6 divisions and we await the Obsidian Orders fleet in little over a week. Is that correct?"
"Yes, our friends will be sending around 1000 ships - more than half of them Galors." Derak replied.
"Very Good. Im impressed at the speed we mobalised such a large fleet......" Pran cut of and turned around to see who was entering the room. Gul Madred along with Commisioner Grompth and Thelien walked towards them.
"The NDC council is just after giving our Statment to the Federation council. All we do now is await their response." Thelien said in a cool manner.
"How long?" Madred wished know.
"24 hours to respond." Grompth replied, before taking snort of beetlesnuff.
"Good, I want those humans off our planets - and the sooner the better." Madred said almost snarling.
"Thot, " Grompth Began, "I wonder If I could ask you a favour - The ferengi mining colony in sector -6,32 could do with more protection. I wonder if you could send reinforcements to the planet - a garrison of troops perhaps?"
"Consider 100,000 of our Shock troops transfered - the Republic has also sent an extra 600 Ships to guard UNITY 4." Pran replied.
"Thankyou Thot." Grompth said turning to the Viewscreen.
"Thats one big fleet!" he said aloud.
"Close to eleven thousand ships. Thats not even a third of the ships we have at our disposal." Thelien added.
"A comforting Thought Executor" Derak responded. "But lets hope we will not have to use them - I would prefer the Federation to accept our Offer..." Gul Madred turned his head in surprise.
"What offer?"
"We have offered to pay for all facilities set up in those systems plus an additional 100 Dilithium for each system." Grompth replied.
"OUTRAGEOUS!" Madred said said slamming his fist against the console, the four leaders looked on at him.
"To Suggest WE PAY the federation for this - we have not got the strongest econony at present, and you want us to pay? We should take them by force! Slaughter all who occupy our lands!"
"Thats option 2, Madred, But your NDC allies will foot the bill between us. Those systems will be yours once again" said Thelien, trying to reassure the Cardassian.
"In know - They will be one way or the Other!" replied Madred.
"As I say if they take the offer this crisis will end. If they refuse...... we will send the fleets to take the systems." Derak Concluded.
Gul Madred turned to the Viewscreen, and after a few momments uttered a few words.
"I look forward to it!

Cardassian Central Command:

"It would seem like the Federation Council is calling our bluff" Grompth spoke as he viewed the federation issued statment.
"Most unfortunante that we are not bluffing" Thelien uttered before turning away from the Ferengi. "Do excuse me Commisioner - but I have plans to put into action". The Executor left the room.
In Legate Deraks office, the Legate and Thot Pran discussed invasion tactics.
"This is a bold move by the federation - The Romulan fleet must be ready to help. We should warn the fleet that the fleet commanded by Senetor Letant could be anywere - ready to strike."
"Do we have any data on the fleet?" Derak asked.
"Yes" Pran said tapping a Breen PADD:

--------------------------------\ /
BREEN MILITARY INTELLIGENCE ----: PADD:
--------------------------------/ \

* Record Archive 526717262
- Breendate 7562376//7346:89

---- Subject matter: Romulan Fleet Data

*1 D’gerix Siege Cannon Assualt Cruiser
*500 D’Deridex Battlecruisers
*1,000 Talon Destroyers
*425 Griffin Heavy Cruisers
*250 Sh’riker Battlecruisers
*1,811 Mal’or Interceptors

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"Impressive, but it is no match for a fleet of more than 10,000 ships" Derak said, looking at the PADD.
"Considering the upgrades our fleet has I should think so. Nether the less, It could still inflict a good bit of damage before we wiped it out. I'll tell wing 4 of the Breen Attack squadron to ram any romulan ships they see decloaking - and only if they open fire."

"We don't evn know if the romulans will help out" Derak responded.
"I just would not want to underestimate the romulans." Pran Replied before turning his attention to another console.
"However this situation calls for us to be vigilant - I have ordered round 9000 BA ships to cloak - this will allow us to preform surprise attacks if we are provoked. 1000 Frigates remain in Tholian space while, we have contributed 2600 ships ot the assualt fleet. The Breen republic also has significant reinforcements on standby."
"Excelent! The Obsidian Order has ships here already and even more ship due to arrive next week."
"How about your troops?" Pran Asked.
"I have more than 1,000,000 stationed here on Cardassia - they are ready to help liberate our worlds."
"Then things would seem to be in order." Pran replied.
Just then Pran wristcom activated, bleeping a few times.
"Its Frozen Fate - Im wanted on the Bridge" Pran said.
"I understand, final preperations to make. Well good luck Thot." said Derak.
"And to you Leagte". Pran then dematerialised.

BAS FROZEN FATE:

"Ah Pran, are we ready to go?" Thot Ra asked.
"Almost, we are just waiting for the Sheliak to finish last minuate battle drills. What about news from Breen?"
"Fine sir our 5th shipyard has been constructed and money has been put back into research. Thot Kaw seems to be coping well." Thot Ra replied.
"Good" said Pran as he took the Thots Chair.
"The Executor has sent us the orders - Breen forces will be the first to engage the ODPs, using our ED weapons to strip their sheilds - the rest of the fleet will then back us up." Pran told Ra.
"Very good sir - It will be a fine test for the new neutronium armour." Ra siad.
"Indeed - Its a good job our reserch programs have been ongoing - Do you hear the Dreadnought missile is almost ready?" Pran said enthusiastically.
"Oh yes - I believe we will be purchasing some?"
"Oh Yes" was Prans short reply.
A few bleeps signalled the fleet was ready to move out.
"Helm.... follow that Fleet...."

UNITY 4: NDC HQ

"Yes sir..... a surprising proposal, especially as a few months ago there was no talk of sharing these systems...." Kal reported to his leader.
"So what are we saying? That while you and the Council ponder the benifits of such a treaty on that Space Station - We have to halt the Fleet?" Pran asked from his flagship. Thelien could be seen in the background.
"Well how would it look? The federation Extend an Olive Branch while we take hold of it say 'thankyou', all the while kicking them in the leg. We have forced the federation to recognise our strength - we have in our hand a treaty that could prevent an all out war between the NDC and FA. The Cardassians look set to be able to send their forces back to the systems - they get half - the federation get half - Our fleet stays intact. We have a result. The cardassians are allowed back onto their worlds and their economy will benifit. All we would be fighting for is an extra 20Di a turn from them. In the end we may verywell wipe out the federation fleet - but the damage to our own fleet would be in the 1000's in terms of Dilithium."
The Sheliak leader rippled as be moved closer to the screen.
"This proposal has some merit" Thelein responded. "If I could have a word with Pran for a momment..."
The view screen turned back to the Confederacy symbol. Thot Kal gave what could be a sigh.
"Pran seems slighly disapointed." Korazon remarked.
"He was just looking forward to facing that Captain Sisko of the federation in battle."
"Why?" Korazon asked puzzled.
"Because Sisko is a warrior. The only true warrior amoung the Terrans. A tactition that is an equal to Pran." Kal Replied.
"Ah yes, Captain Sisko..." Korazon replied sarcastically ...."The same captain sisko who thought it would be clever to mine the Bajoran wormhole - starting a War with the Dominion which has rocked the foundations of the Alpha quadrant and weakened the Federation...."
"A healthy respect for ones enemy is never a flaw - it only makes you stronger." kal retorted
"I supose that does have some merit - You warriors and your respect for the opponent. Its a true puzzle." Korazon replied.
"Well I know how Sheliak view most races - as inferiors...."
"Don't label all Sheliak with that stereotype Thot - If I was a fanatic I would not even be on this station. Attitudes can change."
The tholian Ambassador entered Op's.
"ANY DESISION YET?" he screached.
"No Ambassador - we are waiting permission from our leaders to 'review' and vote on a treaty.
"ITS AN OFFER THAT SHOULD BE ACCEPTED!"
"Indeed Ambassador" Kal replied "I just hope that Pran can see that and at least for the momment call off the attack."
Korazon looked over tactical projections - they outnumbered the federation fleet 3 to 1. However the only people to benifit from an all out war between the NDC and the FA would be the Dominion.
"The Klingons, as stupid as they normally are, do have one truthful saying.... That destroying an Empire to win a war is no victory." Korazon Quoted.
"Ah, true Korazon - and this instance not staring a war to save an empire is no defeat..."
the Viewscreen turned back to Thot Pran and Thelien.
"Myself and Thelien have discussed the matter - we think it is an idea soulution. Review the treaty and vote on it. We both endorse this proposal."
"Why thats exellent sir - We will contact the federation to clarify some matters and then have a vote."
"Very good sir..... we will have a desision soon......"

BAS WINTERS FURY: Thot Zars Command ship

"A class 9 comet.... very intresting, and it only passes by this sector every millienia... why thats fasinating....." A very sarcastic Zar said to the young science officer.
"I just thought I should bring it to your attention sir." the timid Otan replied.
"In future just report it directly to Klin Trok, He is head of science on thi ship after all......"
"Sorry to have bothered you sir"
"Enough of your groveling - go back to the lower decks were you belong" Zar snapped before turning his chair away from him and back to facing the viewscreen.
His First officer - Klin Tabel stood by chuckling.
"WHAT is it you find so amusing Tabel?" Zar asked.
"Oh nothing - just that this division is one the BAs best, and here we are - happily scaning passing comets....... Very dangerous - a task truly worthy of The great Thot Zar."
"Im beginning to think that Pran wanted...." But before Zar could finish 100 Breen Frigates decloaked in front of his ship.

"We were not expecting reinforcements - were we Tabel?"
"No sir, we were not...... they are hailing us...." Tabel reported.
"On screen" Zar Commanded.
On screen was Klin Dabnec. A Breen whos helemet was completly back with a grey stripe running down the Center of it.
"Greetings Thot Zar - Im here to relieve you of duty.."
"WHAT!! DID PRAN GIVE THES......"
"Thot Pran has requested you be moved away from this fleet - he believes your talents are wasted in this fleet - you are to be given command of the System Defender Class warship BAS Artic Supremacy, and you are to lead a fleet of 2600 ships - not 1000."
"I see.... what task does he wish for me to preform?"
"Im not foolish enough to say over open comunications - I will brief you onboard. In the meantime this fleet does not need a Thot to lead it, a Klin will suffice. Klin Tabel - you are now Fleet Klin.
"I understand" Tabel replied.
"Thot Zar - you have one hour to prepare for departure. Klin Dabnec Out."
The viewscreen returned to an image of the outside starfield.

Breen R&D Labs: Breen Homeworld

"How goes the Satalites?" A holoimage of Thot Pran Asked. Dr Ava collected some of his PADDs and looked them over...
"According to recent updates the project is...... 76.6% complete. However unlike what you requested we can not create one big satalite - we will need to create smaller individual ones - and the maximum of 10 per system or they will affect our ships aswell. Here are the stats:

Energy Damperning Satilites:

Shields : 100
Speed : 0
Armour : 100
Evasion : 50
Weapons : 0
Cost to build : 50
Max per system : 10

Special Weapon : For each ED Satalite present enemy shields and weapons are dropped by 5%.

"I like them" Pran remarked.
"I knew you would - now once they are complete we can start to fortify all key systems with them........ make any potential invaders think twice - If they value their ships." Ava said in a smug tone.
"Indeed. Update me when they are ready for deployment. Pran Out."

Pran switched off his monitor screen and turned his chair so it faced the window overlooking the Capital.
"And now to other matters......."

Cardassian Central Command: Breen Embassay Block

Thot Pran sat at his desk, reading over recent diplomatic events - a bleep indicated the arrival of someone at his door.
"Enter" he called out.
In walked Klin Ver, his aide while on Cardassia Prime.
"Sir I have news to report - Captain Picard of SFTC has said he no longer recognises the NDC as a power."
Thot Pran looked up slighlty...
"And the point.....?" Pran asked.
"He no longer will negotiate with the NDC on any matters unless he recives an apology...." the Klin reported.
"Ive been briefed already Ver - Im well aware the Sheliak ambassadors words of truth struck a raw nerve, and that his behavior was not becoming of a Starfleet officer."
"A madman is how I describe it..." The Klin remarked.
"Do not be concerned about what a weak and pitiful faction thinks - I don't."
"Indeed sir, Im sorry to have bothered you....."
"Not so fast Ver, I need to know what the situation is with Thot Zar..." Pran asked.
"Oh, Zar is now on his way to take command of Breen forces in the NDC Hevey and Swift Assault fleets like you asked sir. He will arrive at Orius in 5 turns."
"Very Good. You are dismissed Klin....."

UNITY 4: NDC Headquarters

The Council Chambers had been in heated debate for hours the previous evening - the Ambassdors took their places this day with clearer heads - and a more unified stance as a result of SFTCs latest statement.
"Let us then start ambassadors - First up, Operation: Deciet - now I know that things got a little bit heated yesterday over this plan....." But Korazon was cut off....
"The AMBASSADOR called me Freezer Face! A slur against my people!" Thot Kal shouted.
"WELL YOU REFERED TO ME AS ARCHAIC!!!! JUST BECAUSE I AM 7563 YEARS OLD!!!! THAT IS YOUNG FOR A THOLIAN - THE HIGH ELDER IS 589,000 YEARS OLD AND.........."
"Would everyone just be quite......" Korazon demanded. The room fell silent.
"Apologies....." She hinted next.
Thot Kal gave a sigh....
"I apologise Ambassador..... Wisdom comes with age and I should recognise that....."
The Ambassador nodded...
"I AM ALSO SORRY........." The Ambassador replied.
"I glad we sorted that!" Kazago replied.
"Actually where is Gul Lorak?" Kazago asked further.
"On Cardassia Prime - he is taking a holiday, and is also giving Legate Derak a personal update on all Council Activities."
"I see....." Korazon remarked.
Thot Vahar the entered the Chamber.
"YOU ARE LATE!" Screached the Ambassador.
"aksjsjalksijwow!" Vahar retorted.
Everyone looked at Kal.
"You don't want to know........" Kal said as Vahar took his seat. Korazon began to speak again.
"Now that we are all here we need to discuss and have a vote on a very important idea for the NDC, one that will guide our plans in the comming months and even years.....

Minos Sector:

The Breen Escort crusier BAS Cold Conquest decloaked in orbit of the planet..... it had just been over a days journey from Cardassia. The Figure of Thot Pran walked through the corridors of the ship, surrounded by four guards - heading to the Transporter bay.
"Thot...." Klin Ver called... Pran stopped and faced him...
"Sir don't you think you should be taking more of an escort to the surface...." the Klin asked concerned.
"Klin, There will be no assasination attempts - thats not the federations style. Besides you forget that there are Cardassian Divisions on the planet - I will be quite safe."
"I see sir - do you actually hold out for anything significant from these talks? I mean after Picards statement....."
"Picard is a small man - and I am above his behavior - beyond that. I will still negotiate with Captain Sisko....." Pran replied as he stepped onto the Transporter Pad.
"Oh and Klin - be sure to thank Grompth for that recording he sent..... it was most ammusing - helped pass the journey."
"Of course sir." The Klin replied.
"Energise...." Pran ordered. Instantly Pran and his escort disappeared in the yellow glow of a Breen Transport beam.

Minos Surface - Galdar City:

Captain Sisko waited to greet the BA Leader at a Federation embassay located near the outskirts of the city. The Breen Delegation dematerialised in the Transport room. Thot Pran stood a momment - Sisko stood before him . Pran left the pad - and walked towards Sisko.
"Welcome Thot, I hope your journey was pleasent. Do you wish to look around... perhaps familiarise yourself with your quarters? Or perhaps you wish to have this done with?" Sisko asked.
"So your Captain Sisko...... your some what.... smaller than I expected. The Legened around you would paint you as a God....." Pran said looking down at Sisko.
"Well I hope I haven't disapointed you too much........" Sisko quipped.
"Oh, I would not worry about that Captain - My opinion of humanity is so low - you can't possibly disapoint me." remarked the Thot.
"I'll keep that in mind...." Sisko replied.
"The discussion Chambers are this way ....." he continued. Thot Pran gave a nod - he and the Captain then walked towards the room and entered it. The Breen Guards took up position outside the room - along with 4 federation guards.

BREEN: Confedracy State Tower, Tactical Command

Thot Kaw, Patrolled the room - the Center was in maximum operation - hundreds of Klins, Otans and Thots scowered the floors moving from console to console.
Thot Kaw came over to the Tactical display table - a massive map that could display Breen Fleet locations anywhere in the quadrant.
"Tell me Klin, is Thot Zars ship still making good time?" he asked.
"Yes sir - he will be at Orius in two days."
"Very Good."
"Sir we have a Incomming transmission from the R&D Labs...." another officer announced.
"Put it through to my office - I'll take it there."

Miniutes Later:

Thot Kaw sat at his desk - and tapped at his console........ Displayed in front of him was the BA R&D team.
"Greetings Thot.... we have come up with a project you might be intrested in.....

BREEN R&D Labs: Breen Homeworld.

"Exellent work Dr Ava, you team is to be commended.... Energy Dampening Satalites will give our systems an whole new defensive capability." Thot Kaw said giving applause to Dr Ava and his team.
"Thankyou sir - we have already deployed two in orbit, with tests being conducted in the next week. When we deploy the maximum 10 we can reduce enemy weapons and sheilds by 50% - suddenly a dreadnought class does not seem so tough...."
"Indeed" replied Kaw looking at a diplay panel showing the Satalites placments in the system.
"Sir if I could have a word ......" Dr Ava asked taking him to his office.
"Its about the Behemoth Project sir, Ive run economic projections - It puts the research at around 2900Di." The Dr said - turning his console to face Thot Kaw.
"I told you Ava - That is a big matter - I have not got permission from Pran to back such expensive projects. You will have to wait untill he returns." Kaw said bluntly.
"Sir - I understand but this would give us tactical and Offesive capabilitys we do not currently possess - And the way things stand in the galaxy at present - Starting now rather than later would be a good idea." Ava continued not taking no for an answer.
"We are to develop the Lancer Cannon next - besides this project would tie up to much resources......."
"I understand that would be a concern for both the Chamber of Thots and Treasury - But I have talked to the Republic and they said they will contribute to the project....."
"The Republic?" Kaw asked slightly startled.
"Yes - Thot Gor Himself. And If Gor agrees its more than likely Pran will too."
Thot Kaw thought about it for a momment.
"It will be recorded that you where the one pushing for this - not me." Kal replied.
"Oh when this thing takes off Im going to be only to happy to accept the credit. All that remains is to ask another NDC member to take on the lancer Cannon project." Ava said handing a PADD to Kaw.
"I will see If I can get the Cardassian Institute Of Science and Technology to pick up on this - they can probebly complete it in a shorter time than the rest of the NDC. O.K then Ava - I want a full report on the capabilitys this project will give us on my desk in two days..."
"As you wish sir...." replied Ava.
"In the mean time I must contact Thot Kal on UNITY 4 to explain the new situation - he can pass it on to the council."

UNITY 4: Ferenginar Sector

Thot Kal and the Tholian Ambassador sat in deep concentration ........ locked in an intense game of 3D chess. The Tholian had a 9 - 1 score of victories over the Breen since comming to the Station, and this was the closest game yet. The Thot reached over and made his move......
"HAHAHA! FOOLISH MOVE YOUNG ONE!!!" The Ambassador screeched laughing as he made 'Check-mate' and sealed victory.
"Congratulations Ambassador..... 10 games now. I think in future I will make it a point never to challange someone who has five millenia experience in thse type of games." The Thot said as he stood up and walked over to the lounge Bar....
"I THOUGHT YOU DID NOT DRINK ON DUTY!" The Tholian called over.
"NO, its a 'tab' I have to pay back - be warned, never ask to buy Kazago a Drink - he will milk it for all its worth."
"I WILL TAKE NOTE!" said the ambassador giving a slight nod.
Thot Pran payed the Barkeeper - also Ferengi. Walking back over to the Tholian, the Ambassador gestured for another game - but the Thot just shook his head.
"No thankyou ambassador, I think I have had quite enough of being beaten by you.... Perhaps you should try the Breen Insanity Chain puzzle, a blend of complex mathamatics and timming......."
"Ha, that is nothing to Sheliak Katanmra!" Boasted Korazon as she entered the lounge...
"It puts that Terran game and your Insanity puzzle to shame - Only 3 Sheliak can actually understand the rules."
"Fun for all the family..." Kal quipped.
Korazon just smirked, and made her way over to the Bar...
"Slugo-Cola please Barman...."
Thot Kal could not contain his chuckle...
"I don't Think I'll ever get used to that..." He began. Korazon turned to face him.
"You know this is the only Beverage I can digest on this station....."
"Not that Korazon - THAT!" The Thot Pointed to a massive poster on the south wall:

AMBASSADOR KORAZON DRINKS SLUGO-COLA - EVEN A SHELIAK KNOWS ITS THE SLIMEST COLA IN THE GALAXY!
The picture showed the Sheliak with a bottle in hand.

"IS THAT STILL UP???" Korazon said unammused.
"Looks like you should talk to Kazago" Laughed Kal.
"I WOULD NOT BE SO AMMUSED THOT - THEY HAVE YOUR PICTURE SELLING FLAVOURED ICE POPS ON LEVEL 87" The Tholian remarked.
"What?" The Breen said startled.
"It would seem Im not the only one who has a bone to pick with the ferengi Advertising Authority." Korazon said in her smuggest tone. Before Thot Kal could ask the Tholian Ambassador about it further, Thot Vahar entered the room.
"AH, SO YOU JOIN US AT LAST!!!"
But the Breen just gave a cold stare.
"There is a transmission from Breen - For us both." Vahar said before walking back out.
"Hmm, I wonder what Thot Kaw wants now - I can't wait untill Pran finishes these talks..... he never bothers me this much." Kal remarked as he got up and walked towards the doors.
As he left the room, the tholian ambassador gestured for a game of 3D-Chess.
"Why not...... Tell me ambassador, have you ever played against a Sheliak before.....

MINOS: GALDAR CITY

The heat continued to beat down on the surface of Minos. Cardassians walked around enjoying every second of the glorious heat.
The Starfleet officers had less enthusiasm for the conditions.
Glinn Terel strolled through the center of the city - taking a break form talks with federation officals who were not pleased that Cardassian Re-education Centers had been reopened.
'Typical' he thoght to himself.... 'You want to keep law and order and the Federation would rather pamper the criminals better....'

A tap on his shoulder disturbed his thoughts - he turned around to see Thot Pran standing there.
"Thot... I had heard you were on the planet......"
"Nice to see you too Terel. Tell me - what exactly are you doing here?" Pran asked.
"Im taking some leave from UNITY 4 - The Legate has asked me to keep an eye on this colony untill a perminant Prefect has been chosen by Central Command. Should you not be in talks with Captain Sisko?"
"Im taking a break at the momment - Myself and Sisko engaged in talks for over 9 hours... it was not quite as heated as I had expected. In fact I was enjoying the Captains insight into the finner points of galactic intergration when we were disturbed by his Security Guard...... Did you know the Federation had a Founder working for them?"
"Odo?" Terel asked. "Yes - He worked for us during the occupation, did an exellent Cardassian Neck Trick if I remember correctly....."
"I won't ask. Anyway while he is talking with some Admiral, Ive decided to see the Colony that we nearly shed blood for. So has the operation to move the colonists back been running smoothly?"
"For the most part - 200,000 Cardassian Troops arrived yesterday - but the Federation has landed another 15 divisions."
"Ah, Im glad to see the Paranoia is still running through the colony...."
"You could say that - Ive had Federation Officers questioning our desision to reopen the re-education centers....."
"Don't let them make you back down on this Terel - they are your people, they should continue living under Cardassian law. Besides - if you don't want them corupted by federation Propoganda......."
"You make a good point Pran...." But before Terel could continue a bleep came from Prans wrist comminicator.
"Ah, It would seem the good captain is back..... It has been informative Terel - I may see you again before the end of these talks."
"Do you think you'll sign the treaty?" Terel asked as the Thot began to turn around and head back to the Federation Embassay.
"If you don't mind the first person Id like to give my answer to is the captain. But you will know if I will or won't soon enough......

TU 050

UNITY 4: OPERATIONS

"You should have seen Korazons face....... I don't think she expected the Tholian
Ambassador to be that good." Laughed Kazago.
"I tell you - once he had figured out my strategic attack patterns I was finished. Mind
you I have not seen Korazon all day.... surly she is not sulking...." Thot Kal said
activating a communications console.
"Shes been in her quarters since last night - she seemed stoney faced when she left
BAR UNITY last night." Kazago replied.
Thot Kal pressed a sequence of buttons to bring up communications to and from the
stations.
"Ah now this is intresting.... 55 attempts to contact Shelia in the last 17 hours... none
of them were succsessful."
"Why would her own government fail to answer her hails?" Kazago questioned.
"I don't know.... But the Chamber has not been able to communicate with our
engineers that were stationed at Shelia for three weeks now.... we are becoming
concerned."
"I'll see if I can get Commsioner Grompth to attempt communication - you would be
surprised by the contacts he has........."

******4 hours Later*****

Thot Kal sat in the Lounge by a window that looked out into space - Ferenginar could
be seen along with hundreds of Breen and ferengi ships gliding through the sector and
some remained in stationary orbit around Ferenginar.
Thot Kal sat reviewing the daily station reports. The Tholian Ambassador walked
through the doors - he attempted to pick out Kal in the busy lounge. He saw Kal in the
back corner by the large windows..... he approched him in a hurry. Kal looked up and
saw the Ambassador Approching...
"Ah Ambassador, care to join me....." The Breen asked.
"I SUGGEST YOU COME TO OPS NOW" he said in a subdued tone.
"How - What is it?" Kal asked
"I CAN NOT DISCUSS IT HERE - ITS SENSITIVE..."
The Thot and the Tholian ambassador hurried to the nearest turbo lift.

Operations: 10 mins later

"Great Glaciers! How many ships where involved?" Thot Kal asked to Klin Tabel -
Commanding Klin of the Breen forces in the Tholian sector.
"150 Scide class frigates sir... Im transmitting images of the battle now sir:

"Unbelievable - This is certainly unexpected...." Kazago remarked.
"Our frigates managed to subdue the attack with the ED Weapons - Breen Bording parties took command of the ships soon after - but with the loss of 4978 Shock troops. No ships were lost on either side - but several of our vessels took serious damage and will have to spend some time at the Tholian shipdocks for repair." the Klin reported further.
"Any other information you can give to shed light on the matter?" Kal Asked.
"We suspected the Sheliak had turned against the NDC - they were trying some insane
revolt. But the other sheliak forces in the area joined us to subdue the fighting. Ive
asked several Sheliak commanders including Sheelas - They 'do not dicuss internal
politics with outsiders' - but I can tell there are some serious divisions in the corporate
sir - I think the Sheliak are trying to deal with this on their own."
"Klin, they attacked our ships - It is a matter for us aswell as them now...." Kal said
firmly and turned to Thot Vahar who was standing next to him...
"Vahar - go and get Korazon!" The Breen gave a nod and headed off to the ambassador residence level.
"This sounds very dubious - we can't contact our engineers in Corporate space, infact we can't contact anyone in corporate space - and now a group of fanatics have attempted to start a battle between Breen , Tholian and Sheliak forces in that region."
thought aloud, banging his fist on a console.
"It sounds as if the Executor has lost control..." remarked Kazago.
Thot Kal stopped and thought about it for a momment.
"All I know is that his people sound like they are on the edge of civil war..... a
founding member of the NDC on the Brink of civil war is unacceptable. Where abouts is Thot Pran?" Kal asked.
"He is due back on Cardassia Prime in four hours..." Kazago reported - looking at data on an ops console.
"Get me Pran on hailing frequencies NOW!"

BAS COLD CONQUEST - En route to Cardassia Prime

Thot Pran sat in his chair on the Bridge of the BAS Cold Conquest - we was returning to Cardassia Prime after sucssesful talks with Captain Sisko of the Federation. On screen before him was Thot Kal, Klin Tabel and Thot Kaw in a split screen mode.
"Would you all just be quiet for a momment!" Pran Shouted. "Are we saying there are a group of extremists in the Corporate Council who want Shelia to return to the old ways?" he continued.
"Sir what I am saying is that the Council are the Extremists - what happened in the Tholian sector was a small group of loyal supporters attempting to ingnite a war between Sheliak forces and the rest of the NDC - probebly to discredit Thelien." replied Kal.
"This is what we do not need. I need more evidence....."
"Sir this is a Padd Ambassador Korazon recived from one Commander Jha'dur smuggled to UNITY 4 by an Orion trader - It confirms that the council has seized control of the Corporate from their end....." Kal replied
"But let me guess..... They won't have complete power over the people again...... Until Thelien is dead." Pran guessed.
"Indeed sir..... there was one other piece of information that confirmed the message sent by Jha'dur was correct....." Kaw pressed a button at his end and Prans viewscreen changed to one image:

"I have not got much time - Once the authorities trace the signal I will be dead within miniutes. To anyone at the Chamber of Thots who recived this - I am Engineer Klin Batar of the Breen Alliance 1st Engineering Corps. It would seem that ever since The Executor left Corporate space weeks back - our welcome has been overstayed. All Breen engineers and Personel in Sheliak space are being systematically slaughtered. I am one of the last - and as I am sending this message on a primative carrier wave signal it will be weeks before you recive it - by which time I will be dead. Of course this has been kept secret from the general Sheliak Public - as they do not support the council like they support Thelien. The Council is fanatical, they believe in purity of the Corporate - they are deluded to believe that the Corporate alone can take on all opposition and 'cleanse' the galaxy. I know there are those who are against the regime - I am sending this message thanks to a Sheliak guard who sliped some equipment into my cell so I could modify the comms pannel. I have heard tales of Thelien supporters also 'disappering'. Even a Klingon could work out what is going on. I have also heard that new ship have come on the scene - Black as a Kitarian Razorbeasts coat. Executor Thelin will be executed if he returns here. mabey he knows this, as he should have been back by now. The Council only holds the Corporate now through fear.
*Foot steps are heard marching towards the cell from outsde*
"They are comming - I must tell you one last thing, They have deployed a branch of PSI-CORPS known as The Watch. They are the most incredible telepaths i have ever encountered. They can cause heart faliure in others using their minds - they are what keeps the public from rebelling. I don't know how many thre are....
*Door starts to get cut through*
..But they are highly specialised I would say there can't be more than 100 - but it is enough, there is a rumour of one weaknes....

******TRANSMISSION CUT**********

"BA Tactical Command recieved that just hours ago...." Kaw commented
Thot Pran sat in silence for a few momments.
"Helm increase to maximum warp 9.99. Call for a meeting of the Ferengi, Cardassian and Sheliak leaders at Cardassian Central Command and tell them I will be there in two hours........ its about time the Executor explained everthing about this Council...... and what they are capable of......and if its possible to defeat them.....

Cardassia Prime: Emegency Summit of NDC Leaders

Thot Pran, Executor Thelien, Legate Derak and Commisioner Gromph sat around the grand meeting table in the Central Commands main chamber. The Tholian High elder joined them through holographic transmission. The debating for the last 3 hours had been intensive - The Exectutor had been keeping much from his allies in the hope that he could destroy the council and unify the Corporate under a new vision . But with the devestating revelation the Council was being backed by The Watch, he knew he alone could no longer bring down the council. His supporters in Corporate space were now in the grip of fear - and Thelien and the ships outside the Coroporate could do nothing while they remained away from their homeworld. These were the thoughts and facts running through Theliens mind as Pran burst into a laugh.
"...I do apologise, but I can not help to find the current predicament ammusing..." Pran continued as he stood up...
".... It seems the greatest threat to the NDC is not the Federation/klingon/Romulan/Gorn Alliance or the Dominion - It is from one of its own founding members."
Executor Thelien wore a solem expresion. "Do you not think I feel shame for the actions of my people. That a minority could hold the Greater majority of the Great Sheliak Corporate to ransom is an embarasment to me. But I vow this day that I will not rest until the council is finally deposed."
The Cardassian leader gave a smirk.
"That will be far easier said than done. We know that the council has deployed their own ships, the people dare not resist them in any way. They have an Omega Sentry Cannon guarding Shelia Prime itself - and to top it all they have the most dangerous telepathic force the galaxy has ever dared reckon with. If you ask me - the Council has won. Their grip on the corporate has lasted since its founding. today they are stronger than ever."
Pran returned to his seat shaking his head slightly.
"We can hardly do nothing Legate - 127 Frigates damaged, nearly 10,000 Breen personel eliminated. And that was before the Confederacy could fire a shot in retaliation. If we leave the council to its own devices - The watch will expand, the population will become completely Brainwashed - their fleet will expand further. And it won't be just the Federation or Romulans that will fall in the first wave - The ferengi, Breen ....... and Cardassians will fall also." Pran said firmly. Legate Derak shook his head.
"BUT WHAT CAN WE DO PRAN? You heard what the female shelaik on UNITY 4 said during the NDC councils breifing to us. If we send ships - they will turn against one another, there will be numerous sudden warp core breaches - our invasion troops internal organs would be ruptured and be reduced to the consistancy of Kanar. The Union is already recovering form one war - and we have just climed back into a more favorable position economically."
"WE WOULD NOT BE SENDING SHIPS - WOULD WE EXECUTOR, AS THAT IN ITSELF WOULD BE FUTILE.... AM I CORRECT?" The Voice of the Tholian High Elder boomed.
"The High Elder is right - The Council would only be too happy to see 15,000 NDC ships coming to liberate Shelia. They would not last 5 minuites. The only way to defeat the Council now....... is to defeat The Watch."

"We're doomed." said Gromph in a rather calm tone. "We should just expel the corporate from the NDC....."
"NO GROMPH! If we do that - It will only give the council more evidence that humanoids are not to be trusted!" Pran exclaimed.
"You are correct Thot - I will instead declare a Government in exile....." Thelien replied.
"Do you realise what you are proposing? That would surly enrage the Council..." Derak said somewhat worried.
"I do Legate. But this will surley send a message of hope to my supporters within the corporate..... The Council will never have complete rule as long as I live."
"Then I will Back you Thelien. From what we know The Watch only have influence over a small region of the Corporate. It is fear of the Watch that keeps the rest of the population in line."
The rest of the leaders then gave a nod of support.
"Then its clear we shall have to approch this in a diffrent matter - sending fleets is not an option. We know that if we can defeat the Watch - the council will fall as there is very little who would take up arms to defend them - especially after this." Gromph stated.
"We must find the weakness then...." remarked Derak.
"True but not even the Executor knows the weakness that Klin Batar spoke of." Pran said reviewing a PADD of the klins statement.
"That is true - and with the communications blackout there is no way of getting such intelligence on them."
The Chamber fell silent for a few momments as the leaders thought over the current situation.
"I suppose the Orion Trader would not be tempted to go undercover again?" Gromph asked breaking the silence.
"No chance of that Im afraid - not even for 10,000 Bars of gold pressed latinum." the Executor replied.
"Then there is only one option, only one way we will be able to gather intelligence and perhaps find this weaknesss......" Pran began, "....we must assemble the best agents from the NDC..... for a suicide mission to Shelia Prime......

Gul Madreds Flagship - Cardassia Prime Orbit,

The Galor class warship moved close to the position where most of the debris was located.
"What is the damage report?" Thot Ra demanded to know as he walked onto the bridge of the Cardassian Flagship.
"the dreadnoughts managed to take 21 bioships, 2 of your transports with all soildiers onboard and of course the two dreadnoughts themselfs." Madred said grimly.
"No great loses then. Good. How about your loses?" Ra asked.
"12 Galors and 5 Hideki Destroyers. But we are trying to rebuild our forces - it does not help when sabotage occurs. Unlike the Breen, we Cardassians view the loss of those ships and personel as significant. But mark my words the Obsidian Order will find out who did this." the Gul said with an anger in his voice.
"It was the Romulans." Thot Ra said with conviction. Madred turned and faced the Breen.
"And how would you know?" he asked Ra.
"Deduction. The Watch only have a limited range at present - and are highly xenophopic. It would be uncharacteristic for the federation and as Sisko has just signed a non-aggresion that would be pointless. The klingons are always saying they have 'honour' so I doubt they would want to damage their warriors pride. The Gorn and Bajorans tend to mind their own buisness while the Dominion would not want to risk creating more enemys at this time. That leaves the Romulans. However - I do agree that more evidence will be needed before we can confirm this for sure." Ra replied.
"Very good Thot - I will make sure we double check every piece of evidence we find for romulan involvement." Mardred said, now leaning towards the thots judgement.
"As for security - the 2 remaining Dreadnoughts the BA has at the momment have been put under heavy guard - we have also now made it so 3 detonation codes are needed to activate each missile - and these codes change on a daily basis." Ra stated.
"A good program - I will recommend it to Legate Derak. Now that I mention it, why has the Legate or Pran for that matter not come to assess this situation for themselfs?" Madred asked.
"They have more urgent matters to address at present. But be sure they know what has happened. They have every confidence that the Obsidian Order will get to the Bottom of it. In the meantime I must make my report to Pran." Ra said.
"Very well - I will coordinate the investgation from here, and I will contact you should we find anything." Madred replied.
The Thot gave a nod before leaving the bridge.

Central Command - Lokarian City

"Very good Ra. Anything else?" Pran asked, as he communicated with Thot Ra via viewscreen.
"Thats about it." was Ra's short reply.
"It is a good job we have been saving. I will order the Shipyards to construct 30 Bioships, 20 System Defenders and 50 Frigates this week. That will satisfy the Chamber as we replace the 21 destroyed Bioships and gain an extra nine. The System Defenders and Frigates will boost numbers in other areas. In the meantime investigate who did this and step up security around the missiles." Pran requested.
"Already in progress sir." Ra replied.
"Excelent. Pran out."
Pran deactivated the viewscreen. And proceded back to the grand table.
"Im sorry about that interuption - At least now we know the Dreadnoughts are effective. To bad we could not find out at lesser expence. Where were we?" Pran said as he took his seat.
Gromph spoke up....
"We were discussing how we would get our agents to Shelia Prime without the ship exploding or our crew being liquified.... you said the Breen Republic had a solution?"
"Ah yes - Thot Gor their leader contacted me last night and informed me that the republic has in its possetion a Interphasing Cloaking Device....."
"An interphasing Cloaking device? I had no idea the Republic had developed such technology..." Derak said, intrested in the device. Pran continued....
"It is a prototype that is over 2 years old and the only one the republic developed - they are very energy hungry - and offer little advantage over normal cloak. The expense of mass producing them did not justify the means. But in this case it will do the job well, with this device activated there will be no problem entering Sheliak Space - you can head straight for Shelia Prime, enter its atmosphere - go through mountains and valleys like they are not there..... and decloak inside a mountain. The ground forces will not even know our agents are there."
"At least not at first" Thelien pointed out before continuing. "We know Garak has special mental training and Obsidian order implants that will help him avoid Watch detection. Like wise Thot Vahar and Leck have four-lobed brain structures which will have equal effect. However, the Watch have telepathy that exedes the standard rules of telepathy. My aide Korazon on UNITY 4 having more experience with this program than myself, believes even these highly specialised agents will have no more that 3 days to gather intelligence before the watch detect their presence."
"What happens then?" Gromph asked.
"They Die." Thelien replied.
"Then they will have to leave the planet a day before the expected detection time - which reduces our time further." Pran stated.
The Cardassian leader was still puzzled at one point....
"I have to ask how our agents are going to walk among the populance - no amount of cosmetic alteration is going to make them look sheliak.... especially as Vahar needs a refrigeration Suit to survive."
Gromph sat up in his seat...
"Thats were we come in, the FCA aquierd some cloaking suits from the federation some time back..... we have used them to spy on buisness deals generally. But if Garak is as handy with a thread and needle as you say he is - these suits can be ajusted to fit all 3 agents."
"Exelent Gromph..." Pran remarked "... However those ajustments will have to be made on the jouney there. The Breen Alliance has installed the Inter Phase Cloaking device on the escort crusier BAS Vier - named for my predessesor. It will arrive in the morning with Dr Ava who will show you how to operate the Cloak. BAS Veir will then proceed to UNITY 4 in the ferenginar sector were Thot Vahar will join Agent Garak and Agent Leck. Dr Ava will be attending a seminar on UNITY 4 on the proposal for the Virax Warship. That leaves just Vahar, Leck and Garak in control of the vessel."
"Then it is arranged. Once they appoach the Sheliak border there will be radio silence. If they fail to return within 3 days..... we know they have failed." Derak noted to the rest of the Leaders.
Pran gave a nod before speaking...
"...Lets hope for all our sakes - they don't."

Karok Nor - Orbit Cardassia Prime

Thot Ra saw the Ops center come into view as the turbolift rose to meet the floor and stopped. Ra left the turbolift and walked through the busy Hub of activity which was Ops of Karnok Nor. the Breen made his way over to the stairs, asending them to enter Gul Madreds Office.
"You wished to see me?" Ra asked Madred, who sat at his chair - console on one side and a bottle of kanar in the other.
"Ah yes Thot, come and sit..." he gestured to Ra who took a seat at his desk.
"The Obsidian Order has completed its investigation into the detonation of the dreadnought missiles.... it would seem your assumtion the Romulans were to blame was premature...." Madred took a sip of kanar.
"Continue....." Ra urged
"... Our investigation continues has
revealed that one of the Dreadnoughts was activated by a massive telepathic probe
sent directly into the Central computer of the Dreadnought. The Biosignature of the telepathic print is ...... beyond that of any other telepathic race we have on file." Madred siad grimly.
"The Watch." Ra said as fact.
"I would guess that - It means they have ways of affecting us from this distance using probes."
The Breen looked over the wrtten investigation on Madreds console for a few momments.
"We can presume that was some sort of test... as that has been the only target destroyed - but if more of these PSI-Probes are made, the entire alpha quadrant will be at their mercy. Your men have done an exelent job Gul and are to be congratulated. I will inform Pran of the situation." The Breen rose from his chair ready to leave.
"Don't rush away just yet Thot - tonights execution will be on in 10 miniutes - and the Legate will be conducting the execution himself - which means Pran will also be attending. You should wait and watch - then you can leave after seeing Cardassian justice in action."
"Who is getting executed?" Ra asked.
"Garan - former head of the Obsidian Order, he has admited crimes against the state.... This will show the people they have nothing to fear - the Unions Government will guarentee order. And with the recent sabotage - they need to be reassured." Madred replied.
"I suppose it will at least be entertaining - why not. It will take my mind of the watch for the time being......"

UNITY 4: Docking Bay 4B

"Now, the cloak is highly sensitive - so I would urge you to avoid any nebulas or gaseous anomalies that may cause power fluctuations..... Also you should be aware a 0.5 varience in the power coupling relays could cause all powerconduits to blow out.... which would mean you would be crippled - and Sheliak space is not the best place for that to happen at present......" Dr Ava said, briefing the agents on the operation of the phased cloak.
While the ferengi scratched his head, Vahar and Korazon just nodded to the doctor.
"Thank you Dr - we shall keep those points in mind." Korazon said simply wanting to get the mission under way.
"Make sure you do..." the Dr replied.
"Were is the Cardassian?" Vahar asked momments before a hand tapped him on the shoulder.
"I would be behind you..." an amused Garak replied. The Thot somewhat disgruntled pulled his shoulder away...
"Just like an ex-Obsidian Order member to be sneaking up on people..." Vahar commented. Garak just gave a smile.
"Oh believe me Mr Vahar, my approach may have been quiet - but I was not sneaking up on anyone. Mind you - watching your back will be a clever thing to do were we are about to go." Garak retorted.
"That I agree.." said Korazon as she sat at the circle podium from which the ship was controled.
"Its rather dark....." Leck pointed out.
"Your powers of Observation are astounding 'Eliminator', did you deduce that before or after you realied we were on a Sheliak vessle?" Vahar asked sarcastically.
"This bridge is 20% more illuminated than normal - normally it would be in almost complete darkness." Korazon remarked.
Garak took his seat as he reviewed a PADD with the mission outlines....
"At least they installed seats..." The cardassian said, rather satisfied with that modification at least.
The Doctor handed over a PADD to Vahar...
"Think of this as an interphase cloak manual - you should be able to overcome any problems as long as you follow the instructions in this perfectly.... The first test of the Cloak begins in 40 miniutes...." Dr Ava said now walking to a turbolift.
"Where are you going now?" The Ferengi asked.
"Oh you can handle things quite well on your own from here - Im meeting Dr Trat to discuss plans for the Virax warship. I hear he is one of ferenginars greatest minds." The Dr replied.
"He is." Leck stated with confidence.
"Then I will leave you to it." The turbolift doors closed over with the Breen Dr inside.
The Agents began going about their buisness - checking various systems - being a crew of four on a ship normally operated by 90 ment they would have their work cut out.
"It seems I wasted my time bringing along reading material - by the looks of things we are bareley going to have time for sleep." Garak noted.
"How, what novel is it?" Korazon asked.
"Meditations on a Crimson Shadow by Preloc, a story about a fictional war between the Union and the Klingon empire - in which the Union is triumphant." Garak told Korazon.
"Ive read it..." She replied.
"That book was 4789 pages long - I gave up halfway through - Cardassian litrature is so bland." Vahar said from the other side of the room.
"Tell me what did you think of it Ambassador?" Garak asked the Sheliak.
"I found it ...... Optimistic, it never took into account that the Klingons have allies in the federation..." she said.
"But the background to it was that the Federation was conquered by them in 2289..."
"I only wish that was true - Save us all alot of bother" Vahar said - once again adding his spin on it.
"But then if the Klingons had conquered the federation, their resourses......." But Korazon stopped when she saw Thot Kal enter the Bridge.
"If I could interupt your literary debate for now - I have some news to give you concerning the mission."
"Of course - please proceed" Leck said, turning to face the Breen Ambassador.
"The Obsidian Orders investigation into the destruction shows that The Watch were responsible - more to our concern is that they achieved this using what we have dubbed a Psi-Probe. Our scientists believe this allows them to transmit their telepathic abilities over a wider distance."
"That does not bode well..." Leck said sharpning an unusual knife.
"Not quite - we believe this was a test run, which means there will be no more attacks like that.... the next one will be an all out assault. To do that they will have to produce hundreds more Psi-Probes. The Leaders of the NDC have decided... that you will find the fabrication plant for these Probes and destroy it."
"So this has gone from reconnisance to sabotage. Well at least Leck came prepared." Vahar noted, leck just gave a grin - his quarters on board the ship was almost filled to bursting with explosives.
"Korazon - you may be familiar with fabrication plants that are producing these parts...."
"Yes, and don't worry - if it stops the Council from gaining further influence and an edge over us - I will blow up every damn factory on Shelia " She said defiantly.
Garak smiled...
"Im going to enjoy working with her..." the cardassian remarked.
"You are leaving in about 2 hours as I understand. As well as information on the Watches weakness - try and find out if the Purity Weapon has been completed as Thelien is eager to know."
"We will do our best" remarked Leck.
"I have no doubt you will" Kal replied.