((Twilight's Edge, Deep Space 17)) ::A spotlight came up on the stage and Commander Kare'en jumped up, figuring that this was his cue. He nodded to a yeoman at his side and he walked up into the spotlight, clanging a spoon against the side of a glass of synthehol champagne.:: Kare'en: Ladies and Gentlemen, if I could have your attention please. ::The Commander smiled and looked out over the crowd, waiting for it to settle down a bit.:: ::To some slight applause, Belairey rose, looking very embarrassed. Kare'en waited for her to seat herself before continuing.:: Tavex: Thank you. Salak: I am, Sir.