> MR. Relik, you misunderstand my inquest. I am not accusing anyone of
> anything. I am just trying to clear the air. I am just stating the facts
> that everyone knows when I bring up the subject of the hand. No
accusations
> were made." Dais paused once more. "My primary concern is for the safety
> of the station and the people aboard it. The hand could pose a danger;
> past, present, or future; to both. Being able to examine the hand would
be
> helpful in preventing possible infections and other similar dangers.
Since
> it is clear to everyone here that Mr. Allso had possession of the hand at
> his arrival on the station, it is only logical that he either still has
it,
> disposed of it, or know where it went when it left his possession."
>
> It is like this Commander Dais. All we have is your word that this
severed
> hand exists. Our preliminary investigation does not support your
> statements." the Chief of Staff replied.
>
> Joe decided to add his pennies worth at that point.
>
> "Mr. Relik, let me be as diplomatic as I am capable of being. We have
scans
> of the hand being on the person of your courier. This evidence, no matter
> how it was obtained, is still evidence until a judge says otherwise. That
> is a procedural if not legal fact. Furthermore, as a member of the
> Federation you are subject to the laws of the Federation..."
>
> Rivik interrupted, "You forget, Lt.Commander Garibaldi, that we enjoy
> diplomatic immunity." his tone being more than somewhat snide.
>
> Garibaldi replied in kind, only to a more arrogant and headstrong tone,
> "Your immunity is to Earth law, not Federation Law, which the charges will
> be filed under Federation Law. Furthermore, immunity is not absolute.
High
> crimes or serious crimes are excluded. Crimes such as terrorism,
smuggling,
> and murder." emphasis on the last bit.
>
> "We turned the investigation over to you in the spirit of inter-member
> relations, however, we can just as easily turn it over to the Federation
> Bureau of Investigation. Your cooperation is not only appreciated, but is
> required.
>
> To help ensure your cooperation, I have this for you." he added handing
over
> a PADD.
>
> Taking the PADD Rivik asked, "What is this?"
>
> "It is a material witness order. Mr. Allso is forbidden to leave the
solar
> system, and his whereabouts are to be reported to the Court. It is
> reccommended that Mr. Allso remain on Spacedock if not within the Embassy.
> Failure to comply with the order will result in furhter legal action."
>
> It was obvious that this was an unexpected move, and it was not taken
well.
> Relik was beside himself in disbelief. The Chief of Staff, Rivik, was
> simply dumb-founded. Allso, was also in shock...
>
> Dais had to admit that he was feeling a bit of shock. Their
> good-cop/bad-cop routine had turned into a double whammy. It might have
> proved to be a good thing though. The Bajorans needed to realize that
they
> were serious about this hand business.
>
> "It would seem that everything is on the table, gentleman. Perhaps it is
> time that we get down to serious business and get this situation resolved.
> The situation is serious, but not impossible to deal with. We just need
to
> work together as your Ambassador agreed to.'
>
Rivik recovered enough to say, "Please excuse us for a moment..." at
which he and Relik left for room for a few moments. Allso remained, but sat
quietly for the others to return. Which they did in short order.
Their return brought with them improved poker faces.
"Cooperation is the order of the day, so we shall cooperate. However,
before we proceed, I will be changing the format of our interview. Mr.
Allso will only answer pointed questions only, and in our cooperative spirit
I will answer your question... proper procautions have been taked to ensure
that biocontamination will not be an issue. Please continue Commander
Dais." His poker face included his tone and mannerisms...
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