09-11-2023, 06:38 AM
==Posting area for all on Shore Leave==
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Starbase 6
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09-12-2023, 06:41 PM
The Charon swept in on impulse engines towards Starbase 6, once approval was given she approached the docking station with thrusters.
Once the Charon was docked, Captain Brooks gave the order it was now shore leave until himself or they were properly debriefed. ==Starbase Six== Captain Brooks entered the main promenade and was looking for a place to eat, he knew at some point a meeting would be called with the top brass but it was just one of those things. He was slightly annoyed that the mission had been aborted by the Starbase just when they were nearing somekind of reasoning for why the people on the colony were getting Sick. In fact, he half wished he had ignored the order and carried on helping those poor people anyway. Life in StarFleet was never straight forward and all the years service with the Fleet had told him that. He really felt sorry for those officers who were yet to understand how difficult and cruel the whole political arena would be to them. It was the one thing Dan really hated. It was then Dan noticed he been stood outside a restaurant just staring at the menu board. Shaking his head and rubbed his eyes to refocus on the board and still couldn't decide if he wanted something to eat or was just eating for the sake of eating. Deciding he have a cup of tea instead Dan ordered and sat on a table outside on the promenade. As he sipped his drink, Dan wondered what the next meeting with the brass would bring... and weather he would have to justify themselves getting involved. ==Tag anyone that feels like joining me==
09-13-2023, 04:51 AM
== Starbase 6-Promenade ==
There was a lot on her mind as everything weighed heavily on her shoulders, but Beno fully expected days like this. To be part of the Command team it was not always going to be sunshine and rainbows, the weight of the whole crew was on her shoulders and they always came first. There was one crew member that she wanted to work closer with, Troy shown a lot of growth on the planet. She also had an unusual style, and it had the potential to work. Now was one of thoes times that Beno needed a sharp mind, and there was one thing that could help her with that. A caramel macchiato just like back on Earth where she first had one. It always kept her mind sharp and a sense of relaxation, and that went a long way. Even the very smell of the coffee had a relaxing property, and that was something she needed right now. She also needed some sort of strategy for the new mission coming, no matter what it was going to be. When she spotted Captain Brooks whom appeared to be doing the same thing she was. "Captain." Beno said with a friendly voice. "Mind a little company?" She asked knowing that they had a lot to talk about. ==Tag Captain ==
09-13-2023, 12:29 PM
== Starbase 6-Promenade ==
Daniel sipped his tea and watched the world go by when his FO approached the table. "Captain." Beno said with a friendly voice. "Mind a little company?" She asked. Brooks smiled and said, "Yes, of course. You are always welcome." he said indicating the chair opposite him and called a waiter over for Beno to put in her order. Once Velaul had ordered, Dan sat back in his chair placing his drink back on the table as he did so. "Something tells me in my gut that we will get our knuckles rapped for getting involved in that distress signal......" Dan trailed off even through he knew weather it was a Federation colony or not they needed medical help regardless. "I have a meeting later with the brass and I am sure they won't be happy with the fact I celebrated my promotion by getting involved in something that we should have left alone." he sighed then added, "Plus we now have two department head vacancies which is ever so frustrating. I wish Command would warn us better when they reassign officers. I did have a possible candidate for the Chief Tact but at the moment everything is up in the air on weather we will get them or not..... feels like this dam ship is cursed." Taking a sip of his tea, Beno's order arrived and was placed in front of her. "The only thing in keeping me sane from all this is you Beno. It's a good job your my First Officer, you seem to help bring me back onto an even keel." Dan knew the crew were very tight and they would work together through anything that might come from the debriefing. ==Tag Velaul==
09-13-2023, 11:36 PM
When the beverage got there Beno had a smile of delight, it was one of thoes times where she was enjoying something small. It was times like this that really mattered, and they didn't come around often enough. As she listened to what Daniel had to say, even blushed a little when he spoke of her part. Then came a serious part that hit harder than a sledge hammer, but it was alright together they could weather anything. That's what a good team does, they back each other up.
"That is why I am here if your knuckles are going to be bashed, mine are going to be right there next to yours." She put her hands in two fists over the table like they were ready to be hit. "You are a great Commanding Officer, and we will get through this together." There was no way Beno was letting him face the music alone, she could have attempted to talk him out of the mission but didn't. "Let's get ready for this Kobayashi Maru, no matter what we did it's all wrong. We faced this in the Academy, and again now." If they were in a lot of serious trouble, she would know. The worst part about this whole thing was the waiting, and the over active imagination that would create all sorts of scenarios. "Let's look at it this way, we have to be ready for anything. Including what Star Fleet has in mind for us, what if we have a couple of new officers coming. If we can get a Tactical Officer we are golden, I have been running the Science station since I was a Midshipman. If I could run the Science department and be your First Officer, it will be all my pleasure." If they keep their heads up high and stay positive good things can happen, the opposite was also true. If they were going to have a self fulfilled prophecy, it will be the one where the Charon gets stronger than before. ==Tag back Brooks==
09-14-2023, 08:34 AM
Daniel raised his eyebrows at the mention of the Kobayashi Maru test, it was the one thing they all dreaded. In fact, when he did his Commander test he had to send one of his fellow crew to their death. Being in Command wasn't the easiest, you just had to make it look like a duck. Swimming effort across the water, while underneath kicking like made.
Problem Dan had was he was always judging himself against others who had taken on the roles he had. Trying to be as good as those people. Looking back into when he first joined. Seeing all the high ranking officers walking around and seeming to be able to sort out any problem you may have. Then, when he got to be a Chief Medical Officer he was following in the steps of a Lieutenant Commander Lee Ander who had very much impressed him. As the years ticked by he then finally made it to FO. That was a duel role much what like Velaul was proposing here. It was different for him duel role as unlike Velaul as Science Officer they had a station on the Bridge. "Yes, well you would be ideal to duel role until we either get a new CSO or have train them up from the Academy to take over from you." he said thoughtfully. "Mind you it is double the workload." Dan added "Like you say it just leaves Tactical... and then we will be back to full strength along with some newbies from the Academy we should be alright." Brooks had meant to catch up with each of the Department Heads to at some point as he knew Velaul would have kept weekly meetings with them all. "What ever is coming Beno, there is one thing it is out of our hands and we will just have to take it." ==Tag Velaul==
09-14-2023, 10:30 AM
==Guest Quarters Starbase 6==
Julia had enjoyed some time in the guest quarters aboard the starbase with Surik and both animals. Troy is willing to walk around the promanade with them and find something to eat instead of repleacted food. She had changed into something different that she had made before leaving the quarters. ==Starbase 6-Promanade== With her hair down Julia was walking around the promanade looking for a restaurant that sold spaghetti and Raixen mixed with Uttaberry pie. Troy knew that both of these does sound so good right now with a triple chocolate frappachino. She has finally found a place that has all three things for her and Surik as well as for Spike and Dot. Troy had seen some of crew from the ship that were walking around before seeing the two commanding officers talking at a table. Julia is happy to be where she is now and far she has come over the years. When her order was ready she took order and started to look for a table to sit at and eat. ==Tag anyone==
09-15-2023, 06:08 AM
Not being a stranger to hard work of being both Forst and Chief Science Officer, it wasn't too surprising that Beno had to vent a lot of steam during time off. She also had to let go of the fact that her prized pupil was lost. Gerdan and Beno spent so much time together people thought that they might be a couple, but that was far from true. They were just friends and Beno was grooming him for success, but it was disappointing it never came to be.
"I look forward to training a new Science Officer with the same determination as Venta, who was my prized student. He had a lot of potential but here we are, and I am looking forward to my new apprentice." Teaching someone new would also present another chance to learn, in a good relationship the teacher always learns just as much as the student. "As for what comes my way I realize that once orders come in, my my options are forefit. No matter what happens we can recover, ideally I remain at your side. I have had this feeling since the day we met, and my instincts are seldom wrong." Velaul has been alive hundreds of years and seldom makes that kind of connection with anyone. When it comes down to it she was always loyal to the ship and Captain, and to the people she was loyal to it was always to a fault. "Besides my friend we are not going into the night softly, the Chair commands nothing less." Beno had learned a lot from every Commanding Officer she ever served with, and the common denominators were all of them were bold and none would go quietly anywhere. ==NPC Carley Young == Wandering around aimlessly, Carley wasn't looking for a drink this time or company. She just needed to clear her head, and get things sorted out for herself. She was again without a Chief Science Officer, and knew that Beno would always be there to make things run smoothly. On her travels Carley seen both Beno and Captain Brooks, but didn't want to disturb their conversation. It looked pretty important, and if she needed to know someone would tell her. Finally she spotted Troy and her pets. "Julia." Carley spoke. "I realize that we have never spoken before, I have not really spoken to more than a few people on the crew. Do you mind some company? Get to know eachother, and figure out why we are here." It was her first attempt to reach out to anyone for a long time and felt nervous about it. ==Tag Dan and Julia==
09-17-2023, 07:11 PM
Daniel listened to Beno with interest. He knew that there might be some truth in her words but at this moment in time he was really not sure what was going to happen.
He knew that it was in the hands of the brass and it was out of his hands. "Either way, we never can tell what they will say or do it is out of our hands and we will just have to sit and wait." His icy blue eyes spotted Troy then looked back at Beno, "I wonder sometimes what the rest of the crew actually think of me. I know it is daft, I just want to try and do my best by them but sometimes it feels if I miss the mark with them. I was more on the pulse with them as First Officer, having taken that extra step up I feel.... there is a bigger distance then there should be." He looked away from Beno and starred at the table for a moment as he then picked up his tea and took a sip. His gaze showed a little bit of sadness behind the eyes. It been a long journey for him and at this point for some reason his gut felt that he was at a crossroads. "I given a lot of my life to the service and sometimes... I know its daft you wonder if it was worth it and your hard work, or is it just the challenges become bigger and you feel that it harder than ever." His eyes came back up and met Beno's. "I don't know... sorry I am sounding despondent but it been a rough time as I have felt my judgement might have been misplaced in trying to do the right thing." ==Tag Velaul==
09-17-2023, 08:49 PM
Luna had a lot of things weighing heavy on her mind and with the arrival at Starbase 6, her mind was frequently switching between work and the impending arrival of a first niece or nephew. Aurora didn't have much time left and most of her free time of late Luna had spent helping her sister 'nest' as she wanted to be prepared at any second for the entrance to the world of her first child and Aurora had not let up on that fact or allowed Luna to forget it.
But for this evening, Luna was all ready to focus on herself and her own happiness. Stepping off the Charon in her soft pale blue delicate daisy print 50's style dress and white soft ballerina style shoes, She made her way along the promenade. Even though it shouldn't have been a complete surprise really she came across Dan, Beno and Julia who seemed to be in conversation. Delicately clearing her throat, she addressed the assembled party... "I need a friend this evening is there room for a small one?" A glint in her icy blue eyes and a warm smile she offered as she awaited a reply == Tag Dan, Beno and Julia ==
09-18-2023, 06:57 AM
Listening to Daniel and how down he sounded, the courses of events could get anyone down. Now everything all came down to what was going to happen next, and it was completely out of anyone's control. Now there were two ways they could handle it, first they could dwell on it or do something about it.
"Daniel I have been alive hundreds of years, and I know the kind of people who ask those questions care the most. It is something I respect about you, and you are doing great. Just think of it like this about your service, how many lives have you saved? The great adventures we have both been on, I believe fully that it is all worth it." When Luna came to join them, Beno could tell she was feeling down. She also noticed that Carley and Julia were not in high spirits either. The entire crew wasn't feeling their best, and it was time to do something about it. "Please join us my friend, there is always room for one more." It's time to to call an audible, and do what I do best. There was something that Beno knew for sure, and there was one thing to do right now. Just enjoy the time they have, and stop worrying about the time they don't. Standing up Beno put on a good smile. "Luna and Daniel let's cherish the time we do have together, I have something that needs to be done." Tapping her combadge. [Attention crew of the Charon this is Commander Velaul please join us in the Holo suit in thirty minutes. Velaul out.] "The day is going to come when this is all over, but it's not today. Today we are going to put the spark back in everyone's eye." Right now Beno had a job to do and she was going to do it while she still had it. While leaving the table, Beno had to make something enjoyable to all even pet friendly. == Tag Crew==
09-18-2023, 02:19 PM
"Sure Carly I don't mind some company. I haven't even decided on a table yet. It would be a pleasure to get to know each other." Replied Julia right when she noticed that the Captain looked over.
From a distance it may look like Julia is is down, which isn't the case. She was happy that she had made a good choice on what to eat. Troy had heard the comm come alive with the commander's voice. Troy walked over to where the Captain and Commander was sitting at with what she was about to eat and drink just seen Luna with them looking more down than she was. Julia spotted a waiter from the family restaurant and she let them know that she needed a to-go bag. She even let them know to tell her family that she had to go. ==Tag All==
09-18-2023, 06:11 PM
Daniel listened to Beno,
"Daniel I have been alive hundreds of years, and I know the kind of people who ask those questions care the most. It is something I respect about you, and you are doing great. Just think of it like this about your service, how many lives have you saved? The great adventures we have both been on, I believe fully that it is all worth it." He couldn't help but forget that Beno had already been involved in other lives and what knowledge that would bring forth going forward. Before he could reply to the wisdom Luna Pond arrived, also not looking her usual sparky self, "I need a friend this evening is there room for a small one?" she said seeming to show some weight on her shoulders that was yet to be discussed. "Please join us my friend, there is always room for one more." said Beno before deciding it was time to hold somekind of do to snap them all out of it. "The day is going to come when this is all over, but it's not today. Today we are going to put the spark back in everyone's eye." Said Commander Velaul while she got up to leave the table. "At least it will take my mind off things for a while." said Dan giving her a small smile, once Beno left him and Luna he said, "Sorry, we have a lot on our mind at the moment, meetings and the such like I might not be my usual self." Dan finished off his cup of tea and idly played with the cup. "Let's not worry about the boring stuff, what's going on in Luna world?" Dan asked, getting rid of his outward downwardness into his professional medic/captain face as if nothing was troubling him. ==Tag Luna==
09-19-2023, 04:20 AM
== Holo Suit One==
Walking into the room the black and yellow grid was quickly was replaced by the snowy scenery lof Qubec Canada, and the first thing people would notice was the giant castle constructed entirely out of ice. There were also small stands around with hot chocolate, and hot maple syrup being poured over snow for people to eat to name two. The soothing sound of choir music, and the sounds of bells that decorated the Clydesdale horse could be heard. The horse drawn carriage was off to the right of the door, and ready for people to ride. Walking around was a six foot snowman, and he was wearing a big red hat with a woven colorful belt. The last thing of note was a slide three stories high and when anyone took a good look, they would be sliding down solid ice. At the bottom they would be given something to sit on while they were on the slide, and it was collected on the bottom. It was the joyous event Le Carnival, and the mascot Bonhomme. The more personal touches were the life sized ice sculptures of the crew, and each of them had a small gift bag in the left hand. Inside each bag was a gift, something that Beno noticed that they would enjoy. It was a fully interactive program that was designed in an age of rustic nostalgia, with a peaceful vibe. She had been working on this program for a while, and now was the perfect time to use it. Beno wanted to make sure that everything was perfect, and she had a small presentation ready, and it was really meaningful. The last thing she could do was wait for people to start to arrive. == NPC Carley Young == Carley was happy to finally really reach out and talk to someone, and with how her friend left Carley knew something was up. Something was going on, and when she did that it was always fun. The to ho bag from the restaurant was a good idea, and it was getting close to the time to go. "I was wondering Julia about these pets of yours, I have limited knowledge of pet therapy." Carley was curious about the practice, and how much of a connection with the animals people can get. == Tag everyone- inside the bag is a gift of everyone's enjoyment ==
09-19-2023, 09:00 PM
"Please join us my friend, there is always room for one more." said Beno
Luna gave a slight smile, trying her best to hide her emotions to the outside world and probably failing miserably as she always did. Heaving a audible sigh Luna slid into a seat before summoning a waiter to bring her a steaming cup of coffee. When it arrived Luna thanked them for the speed of service and hugged the mug for a moment in both hands. "The day is going to come when this is all over, but it's not today. Today we are going to put the spark back in everyone's eye." Said Commander Velaul while she got up to leave the table. "At least it will take my mind off things for a while." said Dan giving her a small smile, once Beno left him and Luna he said, "Sorry, we have a lot on our mind at the moment, meetings and the such like I might not be my usual self." Dan finished off his cup of tea and idly played with the cup. Luna studied him with her icy blue eyes, she had known him long enough to know when something major was on his mind. "Let's not worry about the boring stuff, what's going on in Luna world?" Dan asked, getting rid of his outward downwardness into his professional medic/captain face as if nothing was troubling him. Luna reached over to touch his hand with her dainty hand "Look Dan, you know as well as I do that you will never pull the wool over the eyes of your Chief of Security." she said looking him directly in the eyes "I've known you long enough to know when you are troubled... you know yourself that a problem shared is a problem halved now what can I do to help?" she said tilting her head slightly. While she waited for Dan to address this question, she thought about his "In Luna world?" she responded with a slight glint in her eye. "Well in Luna world it's honestly been manic. Apart from not being given a chance to adequately help people we have been tasked with to help, due to Star Fleet hierarchy deeming their need of us is greater. Since I've been back ship side Aurora has not let up. She has commandeered my every single free moment into helping her prepare everything for her baby. Not to say I'm not over the moon for her and Matt I truly am but to be honest it's exhausting. God help myself one day when I can begin such an exciting adventure. I have not had a single minute to unwind and now here I am having just fought with a crib and erecting a Starship mobile over it in their quarters and I feel like I have just undertaken twelve rounds with one of them ancient Olympic boxers that my mum would always comment about back at home." Luna picked up her mug again and drank deeply... " Ahhh hot caffeine" she commented feeling relieved to finally have five minutes alongside the man she enjoyed spending time with the most, although it seemed to her that he was still completely and utterly oblivious of her in this way. She had decided that the next course of action would be if he didn't notice soon she would put it out there in black and white and just tell him straight. But she hoped he would eventually take her every hint and it wouldn't come to that. Luna then thought of Beno's last communication via her Comm Badge before she had left the table. [Attention crew of the Charon this is Commander Velaul please join us in the Holo suit in thirty minutes. Velaul out.] She touched Dan on the arm "Care to escort me to the Holo suite?" she asked "I'm sure Beno will help us all forget our troubles, either that or mass group training, Either way at least we will put our current worries to one side" she chuckled as she finished her coffee and waited for Dan's response. Luna had secretly hoped he would offer her his arm but she wouldn't press the point. == Tag Dan ==
09-19-2023, 09:23 PM
== NRC Ensign Aurora Pond Medical ==
Aurora was just finishing up putting what seemed like the hundredth cuddly toy around the nursery, a small furry stuffed tribble into place when her comm badge chirped into life. [Attention crew of the Charon this is Commander Velaul please join us in the Holo suit in thirty minutes. Velaul out.] Hauling herself up from the sitting position she had been in, Aurora adjusted her centre of balance to compensate for the bump and child that was now due at any point as she made her way over to get changed from maternity dungarees into something a little more suitable to be seen out in public in. After 20 minutes had passed Aurora made her way round to the Holodeck and gained admittance, she hoped Matt would join them soon but for now she just admired the spectacle in front of her. She felt a nip in the air and was stunned by the sheer beauty of the surroundings. It was true the slide ride may not currently be the best idea, considering her current condition, However she was looking forward to enjoying several cups of hot chocolate, a carriage ride and the potential snow man building competition she was hoping to rope a few of her colleagues into. But until everyone else arrived Aurora waddled her way over to the FO. "Excuse me Ma'am, I just wanted to say that this is truly stunning thank you for the invite." she said with a smile, as her flame red hair and icy blue eyes stood out in the middle of the mono coloured snowy surroundings. == Tag Beno and All ==
09-19-2023, 09:45 PM
Daniel listened as Luna said about him being troubled as she touched his hand,
"Nothing above the usual." he replied remaining tight lipped as she then went on to say about her hectic time sorting out not only her usual duty stuff but also things for Aurora and Matt. In his own busy world, Dan hadn't even asked about them or spoken to them for a while and felt guilty for it. Luna's coffee arrived as Dan contemplated about the things with regards to family and how it seemed to have passed him by thinking about settling down. Problem is the stars had called him and he was an explorer at heart. His career wasn't one that lead to good relationships long term. It wasn't though the lack of wanting through. Dan smiled and commented, "I am sure it will be interesting on how they will cope as parents." Thinking about relationships it reminded him of Troy who wanted to be married soon. Brooks knew at some point he will have to have a proper talk about it with her and get them married off, sooner then later. Luna touched Dan on the arm "Care to escort me to the Holo suite?" she asked "I'm sure Beno will help us all forget our troubles, either that or mass group training, Either way at least we will put our current worries to one side" she chuckled as she finished her coffee and waited for Dan's response. "Yes of course, what man wouldn't deny to escort a beautiful young lady." said Dan as he got up from the table and indicated to Luna to link arms. One the way along the promenade to Holodeck one, they didn't say much to each other but just took in the sights of the busy station as they walked along. It wasn't long before they arrived at the holodeck and Dan couldn't help think what Beno could have devised. == Holo Suit One== Upon entering they were greeted with a snowy scene, looked like somewhere on Earth. There was a massive ice castle in front which took the attention before soft music filled his ears drifting on the air. Stopping for a moment he noticed the stalls and the slightly scary snowman figure moving around. There was an ice slide while on the left was lifesize statues of them all with gift bags in front. "I think we can safely say this isn't a mass training event." Dan said in a low voice to Luna before unlinking his arm with hers and swept his hand in front towards the stalls and asked, "Shall we?" Daniel headed across towards Beno first as he got closer Dan could smell the hot chocolate and maple syrup on the air. "If I wasn't mistaken I would say this is a place in Canada?" Brooks questioned Beno upon arriving next to her. "Thank you." added Dan in a low voice as he watched more crew enter and starting to enjoy themselves. Turning his attention to Aurora he said, "Two things, no going on the slide and the second no early arrivals." giving her a broad grin. ==Tag Pond, Velaul and anyone else==
09-20-2023, 11:57 PM
Beno was happy to see the crew start coming in, and it was rare for her to see Aurora. It was the cost of having good health, and little time. Now was one of thoes times where she was making time for exactly that, spending time with as many of the crew possible.
"You are very welcome Aurora, it is the very reason I chose this location." They ice castles were always breath taking. Plus it was a great reminder of simple times, and every now and again people need that reminder. Simple times and great pleasures were always a good combination, especially when people are stressed out. "Also while we are here there is no rank or position, we are all equal. There is also a gift bag on the statue of your likeness for you, a token of appreciation." It gotten even better when Luna and Daniel arrived, this program was equally for them as well. The stress of every day life can get to anyone, and it was a great way to blow off steam. "Yes this is Canada the province of Qubec, and it has been going on since the nation was called New France." Qubec was a province that had a French heritage that went back to thoes days, they even had laws to make sure that the French language was the most dominant on every sign. It started to look like a success, and she heard some relief in his voice. This was the exact purpose of the event, and this will go a long way for the morality of the crew. This was just the first part of her plan, and it involved traditional French treats that were older than Velaul. "I came here every year for a few days and nights because I loved the simplicity of it all, and I am sure this is exactly what we all need." Simple pleasures have been under estimated, and Beno was more than happy to be a guide. ==Tags ==
09-21-2023, 07:34 PM
"Nothing above the usual." Came Dan's reply
Okay so maybe Dan wasn't ready to discuss it and Luna was not about to press him further on what appeared at present a sensitive subject. Instead she studied him for a few moments before offering a warm gentle smile. She listened for a moment as Dan spoke of her sister and Matt. "I'm sure it will be a learning curve for them both, but I've no doubt they will be fabulous parents. They are a strong couple and bring out the best in each other so I think any child would be lucky to have them." Luna beamed. Her smile widened further as Dan agreed to accompany her to the Holo suite and she gently took his arm as she flushed slightly at the compliment. Luna couldn't stop herself smiling all the way to Holodeck 1, she felt like the luckiest woman alive and precisely where she wanted to stay alongside Daniel. Anyone who saw her would be sure to notice her expression and be able to guess why. The scenery was breathtaking as they arrived, the weird snowman caused Luna to startle slightly but she quickly brushed this off with a light-hearted chuckle. "I think we can safely say this isn't a mass training event." Dan said in a low voice to Luna before unlinking his arm with hers and swept his hand in front towards the stalls and asked, "Shall we?" Luna chuckled again... "Absolutely... let's do this together" she replied enthusiastically She was ready to sweep Dan away again when she caught sight of Aurora and allowed Daniel a minute or two to speak to her and Beno . Luna gently hugged Aurora saying "Take care of your precious cargo I'll be making sure you do." Before hugging her again and saying "Make sure you enjoy yourself too okay?" Luna again took Dan's arm "I hope you don't mind" she said gently Luna waited for the two of them to be alone again before she said "So Dan tell me... We have never got to the bottom of this in all the years I have know you.... How can someone like you still be single... Never thought of finding a Mrs Brooks on all your many adventures?" It was forward Luna knew and slightly out of character but she had to know one way or another if she may have a chance one day of success. == Tag Dan ==
09-21-2023, 09:05 PM
Daniel listened to Beno confirm it was indeed a part of Canada that she had set this scene in.
"I came here every year for a few days and nights because I loved the simplicity of it all, and I am sure this is exactly what we all need." she finished, Brooks looked at her carefully, he could tell that even Beno level of fun hadn't change much over the years. The rumors of what her and Pond use to get upto... well some might be true. Dan replied, "I think it would be rude not to enjoy a hot chocolate in the very least along maybe with the maple syrup..." he trailed off looking in the direction of the stalls before back at Beno, "Take this from me Velaul, however command shapes you later on. Don't ever give up on the fun element in shore leave." Turning to Luna he said, "Shall we go and get a sample or two?" before turning to Beno, "I expect to see you flying down that slide even if Aurora here can't." giving the sister Pond a wink. Luna again took Dan's arm "I hope you don't mind" she said gently. Dan gave her a sideways look as they moved off towards the stalls to get hold of some really good smelling hot chocolate. As they distance from the rest of the group Luna asked a question that took him completely off guard. "So Dan tell me... We have never got to the bottom of this in all the years I have know you.... How can someone like you still be single... Never thought of finding a Mrs Brooks on all your many adventures?" Daniel didn't say anything for a minute or two, the silence between them was deafening as they got to the stall, "Two hot chocolates with syrup please." he ordered, the man behind the stall went to work and they two of them watched as they were made. Brooks turned around a spied an area that was a little bit quieter than the other part and once they got their drinks they headed in that direction. Taking a sip of his hot chocolate Dan said, "That's soo good. I don't usually like replicated stuff.. will have to go to Canada sometime and try the real stuff." Daniel was really working himself up to answer Luna's very direct question, it wasn't one he was expecting from her. If anyone would of asked it might have been Anderson. "In answer to your question Luna. There been a couple of instances in my life where there could have been a Ms Brooks. One of those ended up being sent on a mission for Command and never came back. You aren't the only one who has had shall we say difficult relationships with other officers......" he trailed off taking a sip of his drink before adding, "Having had these relationships, I have decided in my time it is better off to have just the odd random fling and not get too attached. See, it only breaks you when something happens. Within my career I have seen a lot of that.. and being in StarFleet kind of makes you set aside from normal relationships. Life is never easy at the best of times, decisions have to be made that could cost the lives of good friends let alone a partner... so it isn't through the lack of not looking, just got too close and ended up hurt to many times. I decided it was just better off for me being as I am and adding to that I am not the worlds best at getting the hint anyone is actually flirting with me... I just think they are being nice." Taking another sip of his hot chocolate. "See Ms Pond.. sometimes an easy question can be something that leads to a very difficult answer." ==Tag Pond==
09-24-2023, 05:24 PM
(This post was last modified: 09-24-2023, 05:25 PM by Julia Troy.)
"These two are no ordinary pets, and I've trained Dot and Spike to help out with counseling patients who won't open up to anyone. The patient would be able to open to either one them while petting them. They have helped out a lot getting others to open up. I've done a lot of articles for a medical journal back home about it and how it works. Just got done with an article for one of the medical journals back home about therapy animals in Star fleet right before this last mission."
After getting her to go box and put her food in it, Julia was ready to head to the holodeck. Julia is ready to talk and others of the Charon while having fun with Spike and Dot. She didn't know how many were there already. "Are you ready to head to holo suite one. All I know is that the commander is up to something there." ==Tags==
09-26-2023, 04:56 AM
While everything getting into full swing, Beno could tell that people were having a good time and relaxing. It was a little on the chilled in there, but it was a winter event and enjoyable for all. There were several events that were planned, and the first was a dog sled race. A classic example of good times, and simple pleasures. The ice canoe races were also a great site too see, and very exciting. This was really family friendly entertainment, and that was the exact spirit that Beno wanted the crew to be a part of.
"Computer phase one." The light started to dim a little, and the sky turned dark. Soon after the thunderous boom of a fireworks display could be heard, one at a time first, and more soon followed. It was in thoes fireworks that the Copernicus did a fly by it was in formation with the Sheridan and the Ozaki. Pulling up the rear in the diamond slot formation was the Charon. After the fireworks were done, Beno could be heard by all. "May I have your attention please." She waited for a few seconds before going on. "In Star Fleet there are always going to be times of great pleasures, and at times greater sorrows. Through all of this we have each other, and that's all we will ever need." Soon there was a hologram of Captain Brooks, but he was in a Medical uniform. "Starting his journey as an Medical Officer on the Copernicus he started to make his mark. As a promising young Officer he really started to demonstrate real leadership potential, and as Chief Medical Officer his potential grew so much that the top brass took notice and made him a Second Officer. He made a difference in a lot of people's lives and trained quality officers who currently do the same. As Commanding Officer he is leading the way to unlock our potential, and continue to make the future a wonderful adventure. I am grateful to be First Officer under his Command, together anything is possible." The sky returned to normal and the dog sled teams started to appear, and they were getting ready to do a demonstration race. ==NPC Carley Young == It was interesting to hear about the Animals who help people open up, it was like they were a security blanket that give people comfort. Dogs have unconditional love and have a way to make people feel better, and all they want in return was to be pet and the occasional treat. Then there were cats that also have a way to make people feel better, and that purring that they do is soothing and more so when people are stressed out. "Ready as you are." Carley said with a smile. "You are also right, she is up to something big. If I am right it is something we have been working on for a while, and it's going to be a lot of fun." Getting ready to go Carley was excited to see the full program in action. == Tags all, and Troy let's say they both arrived in time to see the show.==
09-26-2023, 11:49 PM
When Niels arrived at the Holodeck as ordered, he braced himself for what he assumed was going to be an important meeting. All-hands meetings tended to be pretty significant, and he wondered if it had anything to do with the abrupt departure from Gravesworld. However, as the doors he was caught off guard by the sudden revealing of a wintry wonderland. His brow furrowed as he studied the scene from the doorway.
A castle made of ice dominated the snowy landscape. As Niels looked around he noticed small beverage and food stands, a slide made of ice, and an anthropomorphic snowman. The sound of choral singing drifted through the door, creating a soothing yet festive atmosphere. Niels shoulders dropped and he let out a sigh. Stepping into the room, he slowly made his way across the scene, picking up on new details with each step. His eye caught a glimpse of some lifesize replicas of the crew carved in ice. Someone had clearly gone to a lot of trouble to put this together. Niels had barely managed to take a few steps when the sky darkened. Before he had a chance to react, he felt a resounding explosion. Turning to face the sound, he saw the sparkling remnants of fireworks. This was followed by more, each casting its ephemeral glow over the scene. Four starships flew overhead in a diamond formation. Three of the four were retired classes, with the fourth being a Luna, presumably meant to be the Charon. Niels figured that the choice of vessels for the flyby had some significance, but did not know what that was. "May I have your attention please." Commander Velaul’s said, her voice carrying over the crowd. "In Star Fleet there are always going to be times of great pleasures, and at times greater sorrows. Through all of this we have each other, and that's all we will ever need." The fireworks were replaced by a hologram of Captain Brooks in a medical uniform, as the First Officer continued with a speech about the Captain. Niels started to wonder if this gathering was meant to honor the Captain in some way, a birthday party or anniversary. In any case, it felt to Niels as if he had missed something big of which he should have been aware. As the sky returned to its previous setting, dog sled teams appeared adding to the surreal nature of the event. Niels took a deep breath and walked towards one of the hot chocolate stands.
09-28-2023, 05:27 PM
Julia had walked in 5-10 minutes before the lights dimmed with Carly. Troy seen the lights dim and then the fireworks started with at least 4 ships, which two of them she recognized. She hadn't seen fireworks since before she had left home to enter the academy.
With Spike and Dot sitting there next to her being memorized by the colors and patterns of it all. Troy knelt down next to them to watch the show and to enjoy it with them. Julia doesn't know if the CMO is bringing his pet here to relax and and enjoy it with everyone else. Julia noticed some ice statue's of the crew as well as a few pets along with an ice Castle and a slide made out of ice. Troy walked up to the ice statue's till she stopped in front of one of her with ones of Spike and Dot. Before taking what the life-sized statue of her was holding she knelt down the take the ones from the life-sized statues of Spike and Dot and opened them before opening the third bag. She noticed how excited both Spike and Dot were when they saw the toys and treats for them both as well as leashes and collars. When Troy opened the third bag she noticed a sewing kit and a writing kit. Julia along with both animals then watched the dog race that was happening. ==Tags all==
09-29-2023, 03:32 AM
(09-28-2023, 05:27 PM)Julia Troy Wrote: T'Kol was as usual still working on the ship even though it was docked. She rarely took shoreleave and now was no different.
09-29-2023, 06:36 AM
Happy to see the crew was happy, Beno noticed that T'Kol also arrived. It was great that even she got to enjoy this, even though it was just a little cold for her. The objective to put the bounce back into the step of the crew seemed to be working, and this included the Captain. He was responsible for the ship as a whole, while hers was all about the crew as a whole. This included a couple of important service animals, and they deserved happiness too.
With phase one down she was almost ready for phase two, but the time wasn't quite right yet. The crew needed a little more time to enjoy the scenery, and phase two would start with a horse drawn carriage ride into the castle. Dinner will be served with a few drinks, and there was one more presentation to do as well. Right now aside from the dog sled races, an ax throwing station was being set up for everyone to enjoy. It was like throwing darts, but instead of darts they would throw an ax. Instead of a dart board it was a block of wood with a target painted on it. Coming to her valued Engineer Beno had a smile. "Welcome Niels I hope you enjoy yourself here, I have a little something special planned for everyone." It took some doing, but in the end it will all be worth it. Everyone needed to blow off steam, and this was a great way to do it. ==NPC Carley Young == Sometimes the best part of any surprises was watching the reaction of others that received them, and with animals it was no different than children. Simple treats make them so happy, and the joy was absolutely pure. It was absolutely important for everyone to be happy, and Carley couldn't help but to smile too. "Isn't this great Julia? We are going to have the best time, and you can probably sense that everyone is enjoying themselves like on Christmas or something." Carley was excited to see the program was turning into a success. "T'Kol it's nice to see you here, it's important to Velaul that everyone is here and enjoying themselves. We even have a little something special for you here, hopefully you will find it enjoyable." She said with delight. == Tags all==
6 hours ago
"Yes it is great and everyone is is having a lot of fun. Us having the best time is always a plus. I think it's time to have a snowball fight with everyone. I'll make the snowballs and I'll let you throw them."
Even though everyone is having fun she could sense that it could be more fun with a snowball fight. Troy mentioned it to Carley about having a snowball fight with both of them on the same side with one making snowballs and the other throwing the snowballs. Julia knew it would liven things up even more than what they were. "So Carley what do you think about the snowball fight right before dinner?" She knew it could go one of two ways with the snowball fight and in the end it will be well worth it. ==Tags All== |
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