11-19-2025, 02:34 AM
Ameen had watched the young officer pause by the dedication plaque near the turbolift. He appreciated that. A moment of respect for the vessel and her history often signaled a thoughtful mind—a good quality in a scientist.
When Cortez approached the command center, Ameen could practically feel the nervous energy radiating off him. The Midshipman was stiff, his heart rate likely double the norm, standing at rigid attention.
Ameen accepted the PADD with a deliberate, calm motion, his demeanor steady and grounding. He scanned the orders briefly before meeting the young man's eyes with a reassuring look.
"At ease, Midshipman," Ameen said softly, offering a small, welcoming smile to break the tension. "We are happy to have you. A science officer who appreciates the history of his vessel is always a welcome addition."
He glanced up as Lieutenant Ra'an spun in her chair and bounded down into the well with her usual infectious energy. Ameen's smile widened slightly.
"And it appears," he continued, handing the PADD back to Cortez, "that your Department Head is eager to get you started. Lieutenant Ra'an runs one of the finest science departments in the fleet. If you can keep up with her intellect and her energy, you will do very well here."
He gave Cortez a final, firm nod. "Go join her, Midshipman. Welcome to the Zephyr."
== Tag Cortez, Ra'an - Sorry for the delay in response I am really busy in RL at the moment. Welcome aboard.
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When Cortez approached the command center, Ameen could practically feel the nervous energy radiating off him. The Midshipman was stiff, his heart rate likely double the norm, standing at rigid attention.
Ameen accepted the PADD with a deliberate, calm motion, his demeanor steady and grounding. He scanned the orders briefly before meeting the young man's eyes with a reassuring look.
"At ease, Midshipman," Ameen said softly, offering a small, welcoming smile to break the tension. "We are happy to have you. A science officer who appreciates the history of his vessel is always a welcome addition."
He glanced up as Lieutenant Ra'an spun in her chair and bounded down into the well with her usual infectious energy. Ameen's smile widened slightly.
"And it appears," he continued, handing the PADD back to Cortez, "that your Department Head is eager to get you started. Lieutenant Ra'an runs one of the finest science departments in the fleet. If you can keep up with her intellect and her energy, you will do very well here."
He gave Cortez a final, firm nod. "Go join her, Midshipman. Welcome to the Zephyr."
== Tag Cortez, Ra'an - Sorry for the delay in response I am really busy in RL at the moment. Welcome aboard.
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