[21:07] hallowe'en party seems to be popular. let's do that. [21:07] I think that's a yes ;) [21:07] Cool [21:07] *** Aggie is now known as Velorna [21:07] Ready? :D [21:08] *Sim Start* [21:08] *** CoroLCARS changes topic to '=/\= U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901... http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ =/\= Sim in progress! =-= Coronado sims at 9:00pm ET Mondays, with an after-sim most weeks immediately following!' [21:08] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [21:08] Q> ::turns from side to side, examining her costume in the mirror:: [21:08] *** CCC is now known as Jack [21:08] * Velorna enters the lounge as the ship's Halloween party is in full swing. [21:09] I must be nuts. ::grins at her image:: [21:09] ::finishes replicating his costume and puts it on the correct and respectful way then heads to the part:: [21:10] * Velorna is dressed in the most terrifying costume she could think of - she has come in a stylish green dress with panels of fabric strategically missing, for she has decided to come as herself. [21:10] Q> ::picks up the last part of her outfit and heads out of her quarters onto Deck 4, headed for the turbolift:: [21:10] *** Joins: Prescot (tr_Vekor@wa-longview7a-a-105.lgvwwa.adelphia.net) [21:10] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +v Prescot [21:11] <<::dryly:: How original>> [21:11] TL> ::enters turbolift:: Deck Seven. ::taps her prop impatiently on the floor:: [21:11] *> ::enters TL:: deck 7 [21:12] Q> ::looks at himself and chuckles at all the flashy gold chains and rings hanging on him:: (m) Watch out... here comes Mr. T... [21:12] ::Savant enters the lounge in a fizzle of light. She was dressed resplendently in a blue and white naval uniform, dressed as an ancient sea captain during the era of high sail:: [21:12] ::exits the turbolift and enters the lounge:: [21:13] 7> ::enters the party:: [21:13] * Maiko enters the lounge, a few people whistling at her outfit - she has come as a mermaid, and very much looks the part; her legs are disguised by a wrap-around tight dress, limiting her movement but making it appear very much so that she is walking on a 'tail'... [21:13] Q> ::spritzes some 'manly cologne' on himself and then heads out:: [21:14] ::smiles at Maiko:: that looks awkward, Maiko. [21:14] * Maiko continued the costume further up, where the dress seems to seamlessly meld into a blend of skin and scales, the thin scales showing skin in increasing quantity as it rises to her shoulders [21:14] TL> ::steps inside, whistling that catchy tune he likes:: [21:15] * Maiko isn't wearing anything on top but that said it's still a very modest look and nothing too obscene; completing the outfit is a tiara on her head and a trident in her hand [21:15] * Velorna sweeps around the room, looking both beautiful and terrifying to all who look up on her. [21:15] ::goes right to the bar to get a drink:: [21:16] ::arches eyebrow at Savant:: It's not like I can walk all that fast anyways. ::grin:: [21:16] *> ::walks along the corridor heading for the lounge, ready to have fun and serve drinks at the same time:: [21:16] very good costume, I'm impressed! how did you make it? [21:16] I figure, I might as well go with something that'll work nice slow... ::makes her way into the room cautiously, the 'tail' of her dress flipping up, left, and right at random it seems [21:17] ::conspiratorial whisper:: The scales from the waist up are brushed on latex, and I hand-painted the colors ::smiles:: that's why there's not much of a back to me in this. Took me 2 hours just to paint the front. [21:18] If anything though, I expected you to be in something a little more... ::gives Savant's costume the once-over:: Flashy? [21:18] ::whispers in return, leaning closer:: You mean, you're not wearing anything other than a skirt and some latex paint? [21:18] ::gets his drink and downs it then orders another:: [21:19] * Velorna flips the switch on her dress' belt that activates the holographic halo over her head and an image of a faint blue-green aura surrounding her. [21:19] ::blushes, whispering:: No... PLEASE tell me it's not obvious.... [21:19] ::Savant grinned and the hologram flashed a broad smile:: it's *very* realistic. You look like you aren't wearing much more than a tiara, really. [21:19] ::enters the lounge and heads for the bar, ready to pull out the drinks and finger foods he prepared earlier:: [21:20] ::whispers:: Yeah, but does it look like... anyone can see my... y'know... ::holds her hands out away from her chest a few inches, obviously trying not to draw attention to 'them' in mixed company:: [21:21] ::She grins a huge gleaming grin:: depends on the lighting, Mai. Depends on the lighting. [21:21] ::begins setting out pitchers of various drinks, along with empty glasses, then various trays of food, still whistling merrily:: [21:21] * Prescot enters into the lounge looking extremly worse for wear... His normal chainmain is torn in various links with peices arrows peirced to his chest along with one through his thigh, several cuts and blood seem to be on his face along with a cracked skullcap helm [21:22] ::blushes a little bit of an angry / embarrased red:: You're not helping Savant! [21:22] * Velorna turns to Prescot. [21:22] Colonel! [21:23] You look terrible! [21:23] * Prescot has a broken sword dragging behind him in one of his hands looking around at the crowd, taking in the costums [21:23] ::She smirked:: I'm not the one wearing bits of sticky plastic for a costume, dearie ^_- [21:23] Thank you Commander... that was the look I was going for... And you appear to look ::looks at Tal:: Heavenly of some kind I suppose? [21:23] ::walks off - well, more like tip-toes off, muttering something about how she came up with a more interesting uniform than the hologram did:: [21:24] ::spots Prescot and shudders, trying not to draw similarities to the broken husks of armor in Xanadu:: [21:24] ::sets out little cards that tell what the drinks and foods are and then raises his voice to the crowd:: Come and help yourself folks! [21:24] ::Savanmt laughs and follows MAiko, clearly not letting her go away upset:: I'm just teasing you, Maiko, I'm sorry. It really does look fantastic.. Let me just fix you up a tiny bit first. [21:24] * Velorna smiles benevolently - this appears to frighten those who know her. [21:25] ::walks off to a table with his drink:: [21:25] ::over her shoulder:: Oooooh no. You're not fixing ANYTHING. Knowing your sense of humor, you'll rip the front of this costume off in front of everyone. [21:25] ::smiles and pours himself a drink, takes the glass and spies Savant and what appears to be a...mermaid??:: [21:26] ::spioes Maiko moving away and tilts his head slightly:: What in the pit is she supposed to be.. [21:26] I'm not about to do something *that* rude, Maiko. I thought you knew me better! My practical jokes are far more stylish than that. Come on now. [21:26] Romulan mythology teaches that the universe was created by the Illuvatar. The Ainur were his servants, what the humans call angels. My costume is a representation of one of the Ainur. [21:26] ::hooks an arm around maiko's and hauls her off to the corner:: [21:26] That tabloid was hardly stylish. ::pouts, but lets herself be led off:: [21:26] < [21:27] That was more off-the-cuff. I'm just going to fix you up a bit so that the more attentive of the crew don't get an eyeful, that's all. [21:28] ::sighs:: Alright. ::holds arms straight out:: What could possibly be wrong with this costume? [21:28] ::frowns slightly as they appear not to want company at the moment and sips his drink, nodding at Prescot as he picks up a few cubes of cheese and pops them in his mouth, chewing them slowly:: [21:28] Like I said, Maiko, it ooks fabulous... but it looks even *more* fabulous if you look at it sidelong. [21:28] And you, Colonel? You are some sort of... well, you appear to be in your standard Camelynian chainmail and armor. ::frowns, a bit confused:: [21:28] Huh? [21:29] ::grins and replies bluntly:: You missed a spot. [21:29] ::a bit cross:: No I didn't. ::looks down left, down right:: [21:30] Ahh yes... ::looks down:: Why Commander. Im dead... I didnt have time to look it up better by my original intention was something along the lines of the living dead... ::changes his voice and shuffles sort of aimlessly towards Tal before peering into her ear:: Brrrraaaaaaaaiiiiiinnnnnnnssssssssss ::stares at Tals ear for a moment more before shuffling off again slight before turning around again and winking:: [21:30] ::Savant conjures up a mirror and holds it at Maiko's side, at an angle one could see her at if looking from the side and a little behind:: See? [21:30] ::looks in the mirror:: [21:31] * Velorna gives Prescot a sidelong glance and allows a genuine smill to grace her features. [21:31] ::sighs, looking at the spot:: Okay, so I just move my arm here... ::drapes her free arm across her belly:: and leave it there the rest of the night. It's not THAT bad... [21:31] Quite clever, Colonel. Having been dead ourselves, I think that we might be among the few who can truly appreciate your sense of style. Or lack thereof. [21:31] ::smiles:: oh, no no no, I can fix it. Hold still. [21:32] ::holds still, knowing this has got to be a prank or something:: [21:32] ::fills a small plate with food and walks out from behind the bar to mingle a little, walks over to Jack and nods:: Hello. [21:33] Indeed, indeed... There is always style in what all manner of people do... The question is if others like it, comprehend it, or accept it [21:33] *** Quits: Jack (CCC@host-64-179-24-173.pro.choiceone.net) (Ping timeout) [21:33] <> [21:33] ::Savant glanced around, waited until no one was looking, and then waved a hand. The holoprojectors' manipulation beams pried off the scales covering her front, quickly reshuffled them into a better arrangement, and then pressed them bakc on again, all in about a second:: [21:33] ::feels cold air for a split second:: Hey! [21:34] ::grins:: there you are. [21:34] I believe that all three apply to me. You have done well, Colonel. A truly horrific sight to behold. [21:34] ::shivers:: You could have at least done this somewhere more private... [21:34] oh, don't worry, no one saw. It's between you, me, and the sensor log. ::wink:: [21:34] me pauses, a look look of thoughtful reflection upon her features:: [21:35] * Velorna pauses, a look look of thoughtful reflection upon her features:: [21:35] Colonel,... [21:35] ::bows slightly:: Thank you Commander... So what is everyone here supposed to be... ::looks around and motions at the rest of the few crewmembers here:: [21:35] ::turns to the Commander:: Yes ma`am? [21:35] ::glances over and wonders what Savant and the mermaid are doing for so long:: [21:35] ::gives Savant what she hopes is a stern look:: And the next tabloid? [21:36] ::raises her hands defensively:: Never! [21:37] ::sighs:: Why don't I trust you. [21:37] ::smiles:: I just want you to know that with the approach of Admiral Kor's zhian'tara, I have had a chance to reflect upon our recent past. And I wanted to thank you for stopping me when I was... ::trails off and turns to stare out the aft windows:: [21:37] I don't know, Maiko. I've enver done anything to cause you to not trust me, have I? [21:38] ::sarcastic tone:: Existed when you shouldn't be able to exist? [21:38] I have a great deal of respect for you, Colonel. Despite your obvious shortcomings of being both a Marine and a Camelynian, I have come to think very highly of you. And I do not tell my - associates - such things very often. So I wanted you to know that. [21:38] ::She puts her hands on her hips:: Oh, and I suppose you can tell me why you're able to stand there on two feet and tell me that? [21:39] Here, no. In the Fourth Chamber... [21:39] ::looks over at the Commander for a moment and gives her a smile:: I was only doing my duty ma`am... That is one thing that I wish had when it comes to crisis, a more level head to rationalize things... ::raises an eyebrow:: Thank you ma`am... I also think very highly of you, despite you being both a Romulan and a Spook. [21:40] ::lets curiosity overcome him and slowly heads over to Savant and her companion, frowning slightly at the angry tones:: (q) Pardon me? Would you ladies care for a drink? [21:41] ::looks over at Zach, then at Maiko:: [21:41] ::smiles and nods:: Enjoy the party, Colonel. [21:41] ::sees an out and takes it, her voice smoothing out and becoming surprisingly melodic:: Why I would delight in partaking of some light kelp wine. [21:42] ::bows slightly:: You too Commander... ::moves around towards the crowd of Savant Zachery and Maiko:: [21:42] ::smirks slightly:: Kelp wine? Coming right up. ::looks at Savant:: And you, would like one tonight? [21:42] *** Quits: Brad (garstini@ip68-3-126-250.ph.ph.cox.net) (Quit: ) [21:43] ::she grinned:: Already had my rum ration, thanks me heartie. [21:43] * Velorna starts to move about the room again, her aural glow creating a streaking after-image of her as she moved along the floor. [21:45] ::winks at Savant and then turns, smiling and nodding at Prescot:: And you? Some blood perhaps? [21:47] ::watches Tal glide around:: And then some people don't need a drink, they need mental help... that costume's as bad as having a fife and bugle corps following her around. [21:47] ::Grins:: Ale will be fine [21:48] ::looks at Maikos costum for a moment:: And what are you this evening Lieutenant? [21:49] ::frowns:: A mermaid... you couldn't tell? ::holds the trident at her side and strikes a pose:: [21:49] ::pauses beside Maiko, looking quite angelic:: [21:49] ::nods and heads for the bar, making his way behind it he prepares a glass of ale, and then searches the shelf carefully, pulling out a green bottle he opens it and pours the green liquid in the glass:: ((I hope she really likes kelp wine...)) [21:49] Your scales are showing, Lieutenant. [21:50] ::somehow not surprised Tal would sneak up like that:: [21:50] I have no idea what mermaid is ma`am... But I'll take your word for it that you are one. You look lovely in it as well [21:50] ::over her shoulder:: Aren't there laws against appearing as godlike deities in Starfleet? [21:51] only when non-warp cultures are around. [21:51] I chose a costume appropriate to my personality, culture, and station, Lieutenant. ::glances at the mermaid costume:: I am wondering if you did not do the same. [21:52] ::takes the glasses and makes her way over to the group, hands Prescot his drink and then turns and holds Maiko's out to her, looking her over carefully:: You look lovely tonight Ms D`rall. Hope you like your drink. ::smiles:: [21:52] <<*his>> [21:52] ::nods:: Thank you... ::sips his ale:: [21:52] I chose what I chose because it's what I liked. As opposed to being rigidly selected from unemotional standards. ::turns to Zachary and Prescot:: Thank you ::smiles, taking the flute and sipping from it:: [21:54] ::watches her carefully as real kelp wine is pretty much an acquired taste and few people like it:: [21:54] ::spits it out in total shock:: [21:54] ::nods:: You still have much to learn about me if you think that I was rigid and unemotional in the selection of a costume for this celebration. [21:54] What in... the... ::blinks, then frowns:: Lemme guess. [21:54] ::bows slightly and watches the banter between Maiko and Tal with amusement, before stepping back to avoid the spray of wine and saliva:: [21:54] There IS such a think as kelp wine. [21:55] <<::falls out of her chair laughing::>> [21:55] ::looks down at the front of her starched white uniform, now covered in kelp wine:: [21:55] ::sees what she did to Savant:: Oh no... I'm so sorry Savant... ::completely ignoring Tal at this point:: [21:56] ::sighs in relief as her aura generator repels the kelp wine spit at her by D'Rall:: [21:56] ::Savant smirked a bit and waved a hand dismissively:: dont' worry, Maiko. [21:56] I was going to change anyway. This costume is a little bit stodgy in comparison with everyone else's [21:57] <> [21:57] You mean, that's a real uniform? Not some holographic image? [21:57] ::pulls a napkin from his pocket and hands it to Maiko, knowing that Savant can fix herself, and blushes slightly:: I'm sorry Maiko. Let me get you something else. ::takes her drink and heads back to the bar:: [21:58] ::chuckles at the incident at waves Savant over as she steps away from the small gathering:: [21:58] ::Wipes up the juice on herself:: [21:58] ::finishes, folding the napkin up... and realizing she doens't have a pocket or purse handy to tuck it into... Oh dear:: [21:58] :Savant bobbed up into the air, the clothing she was wearing melting away into resplendent white robes, light emitting freely from the holomatrix. By the time she arrived beside Tal, she was a human's conception of an angel, wings and everything:: [21:59] ::picks up an empty tray and offers it Maiko:: here put it there [21:59] ::Blushes:: Thanks ::smiles, does so:: [22:00] ::allows a half smile to play across her lips:: I've often wondered just how much we two are an exercise in parallel opposites. [22:00] ::nods and sets it down on the table:: Of course ma1am [22:00] < ::she replies with a smile, her voice melodic and unusually sincere:: I think, Velorna, that it is in fact our similarities which make us butt heads. [22:01] ::returns with a fresh drink for Maiko, feeling quite embarrassed:: "I'm truly sorry. You should like this drink." [22:01] Yes. ::nods slowly:: [22:01] ::looks at Prescot and shudders again:: That getup... ::shivers:: I hope no-one from medical walks in here and sees you like that. [22:02] Well, I just wanted to confer with you briefly regarding the upcoming zhian'tara. Then we can both get back to - ::smirks:: - not butting heads. [22:02] ::laughs loudly and has a drink off of his ale:: Gods me too. I've spent too much time in Sickbay in the past to have them start pawing over me again [22:03] I was unsure that I was going to be involved in it any more than marginally. I don't know if I have the brain functions to participate. [22:04] I second that motion. ::smiles, takes the glass from Zachery:: It's alright. I should have known somewhere in the Federation there was some aquatic species that had a drink called 'kelp wine'. ::wry grin, embarrased at herself but seeing it a little funny now:: [22:04] ::nods:: I noticed that you were invited to be present. I wanted to be sure of your role in all of this, however. Because if the Admiral expects you to be a host, I must confess that I am not sure such a thing is possible, especially given my limited talent and experience. [22:05] ::Savant gestured to a table whose seats pulled away with the move of her hand.. she sat:: I really wish that I could be there for Tebrun. But i don't think i can be this time. [22:05] ::that said, she takes a tentative sip of the glass this time:: Mmm, fruity... [22:05] What did it taste like?? ::looks at the Lt:: [22:05] *** Quits: Kari (~kari@132.170.35.222) (Read error: Connection reset by peer) [22:06] ::nods at Maiko and sips his drink, almost choking on it as he notices her paint is running where it got wait and hastily hands her another napkin:: (wvq) You might want to go take care of something and then come back. [22:07] Well, you ever seen dirty dishwater? It was kinda like... ::looks down:: EEEP! [22:07] <<*wet>> [22:07] Perhaps you can be there to add... ::smiles:: ...moral support. This will be a difficult time for us all. And I know that he respects your opinion and presence in a tense situation. [22:07] ::nods and looks down at Maiko's costume:: hrm... your scales appear to be moving Lieutenant.. [22:07] ::grabs the napkin and bolts for the door - or she tries to. The dress bunches around her legs, and with her off-kilter reactions, she flies face forward into a punchbowl: [22:08] ::blinks at Maiko and walks over to her and helps her up out of the punchbowl:: Are you alright ma`am? [22:08] Maiko! ::sets his drink down and runs over, scooping her up carefully:: Let me help you. ::strides out the door, ignoring her protests:: [22:08] ::looks down, everything smeared and... well, the punch IS cold...:: [22:09] <> [22:10] ::quickly crosses her arms in front of her chest, this time taking her time heading towards the door:: I'm ah, er, fine... really... I just better go ::bumps into the wall, her arms flying back to keep her upright for a split second before she manages to sidle out the door, covering back up:: [22:10] ::she smiles wanly and nods once:: I'll be there, even if I can't participate. ::She pauised before changing the direction of the conversation:: You really think that he values my presence here that much? [22:10] ::watches as Zachery helps Maiko away and shakes his head:: Never a dull moment in this ship is there [22:10] ::arms still crossed, standing next to Zachery:: Oh god what a day [22:11] <<*> that>> [22:12] I would say that one of Tebrun Lora Kor's most - resounding - qualities is that he values everyone under his command. And I believe he especially values those whom he chooses as his closest advisors. [22:12] *> ::frowns and follows her:: Don't worry about it. It was my fault. I should have know you were kidding about the drink. The least you can do is let me make ammends by helping you to your quarters. [22:12] *> ::still covered up via arms:: I''... Sorry. I think I should, um, go back to my quarters and... well... y'know. [22:12] Nonono, I'll be fine. Right now... the less people who see me... I think the faster I'll be able to convince myself that today never happened. ::wry Maiko grimace:: [22:13] ::pulls off his jacket and holds it out to her:: Here. This will help at least. [22:13] <<*> >> [22:14] *> ::embarrased smile:: Thanks... ::Takes the offered jacket, inadvertently giving him an eyefull of course:: [22:14] ::She smiled wanly and leaned against the table with her elbow, her chin on her hand:: Mm. He's certainly a very considerate man [22:14] ::feels like a real jerk and is looking up at her face, trying not to see too much:: [22:14] <<*> >> [22:15] ::brushes back her flowing black hair and nods thoughtfully:: The Admiral would not have chosen you as his chief logistics officer if he did not value both your skills and your personality. [22:16] One of the greatest honors in my life was when he bestowed upon me the priviledge of serving under him as Coronado's first executive officer. I knew, just even after those first few days, that he was a man who did not make such choices lightly. [22:16] ::spies that everyone is gone from the bar and moves to the back and has himself another ale:: [22:16] *>::The jacket now in place, feeling better - she sees he's feeling a bit uncomfortable, so reaches out and strokes his cheek gently:: Thanks. You made me feel like Clarence were here watching over me. ::gives Zachery a peck on the cheek and disappears into the turbolift:: [22:17] ::Her grin broadened::I suppose that's true. It holds with everyone else under his command. He's been quite a support to me during the entire time i've been online [22:17] <> [22:18] <> [22:18] Q> ::steps into her quarters, casting a glance about for anything she can make another costume out of:: [22:18] <> [22:19] ::waves the waiter over and orders a blue ale:: [22:19] *> ::smiles slightly and then sighs after the lift doors open, having lost his party mood, he shakes his head and heads back to the lounge slowly:: ((Great going Zach.)) [22:20] It's always amazed me how forgiving he's been of my little malfunctions. He's always stood behind me in my decisions. [22:21] ::looks around at the various alcaholic beverages behind the counter, still drinking on his second ale: [22:21] Q> ::eyes her bed and gets a wry look on her face:: [22:21] You seem very lacking in confidence right now, Savant. You have been granted an interesting new twist to your existance, if I am to understand how you dealt with the Loop Crisis; yet you still worry about what one man thinks of you. [22:21] ::smirks as she accepts the icy, electric blue drink:: One might almost think you were in love with the Admiral. [22:22] ::She smirked briefly:: IS it really that obvious? [22:22] ::nearly chokes on her Romulan ale:: [22:22] ::walks back in, minus his jacket and his smile and makes his way behind the bar to make himself a stiff drink:: [22:23] ::stops his looking around and turns to the hologram and the Romulan for a moment:: [22:23] ::manages to recover herself and swallow:: [22:23] hm. Maybe not? [22:23] I'm sorry. I just didn't think that it was possible - you know - for you to experience love. I did not realize that such emotions were a part of your programming. [22:24] ::The doors to the lounge open, this time admitting a very tall moving... sheet.:: [22:24] ::shakes his head and goes back to his search for a more potent drink, dodging out of the way of Zach as he comes in:: [22:24] Though, upon reflection, it should be obvious - you are loyal, cunning, and experience various levels of approval and disapproval towards the actions and attitudes of others. [22:24] ::It's clearly draped over something:: [22:25] ::she shrugged:: Don't ask me how it works. I don't know if what I experience are emotions, or if you'd recognize them as such. I can explain the details, but in the end, i can like or dislike things as much as anyone else. [22:26] ::There are two dark holes cut into the fabric, except you can't really see anything through it...:: [22:26] ::grabs a large mug and glances at Prescot:: Something I can help you with? [22:28] ::nods:: It's not that hard. Artificial Intelligences with emotional factors are not unheard of - the androids Data and Lore as created by Dr. Noonien Soong, the Vic Fontaine program as created by the programmer Felix, even the famous Voyager EMH. [22:28] ::the ghostly figure - it appears to be a poor-man's interpretation of a ghost - glides through the room:: [22:29] ::shakes his head as he spies a bottle of Camelynian fire water and picks it up and moves out of the bar area:: No but thank you ::steals a glass on his way out, looking over at the ghost before nodding in its direction and moving to a table:: [22:29] ::she leaned on her hand and grinned a lopsided grin:: I'm surprised, Velorna. you've known me how long? And you didn't think i was moody and over-emotional? [22:29] ::starts mixing a very potent drink, tossing bottles into the air expertly as he adds just the right amount of each thing and then stirs it carefully before dropping in a few ice cubes:: [22:29] ::smiles:: Somehow, those factors just did not add up to the notion that you were capable of love - romantic love, I mean. [22:30] ::The ghost continues to slowly move around the lounge - even as Maiko walks in, PADD in hand. She has changed into a blouse and slacks and still even has some of the shimmery sparkles along her throat and face, but is clearly not going to change into another uniform:: [22:30] ::frowns:: Then again, I rarely give thought to such emotions myself. [22:30] ::yawns slightly and kicks his feet back and looks around at the group, pouring himself a generous portion of the firewater and having himself a slug:: [22:31] <<-uniform +costume>> [22:31] Love is one of those emotions that I will not - cannot - allow myself to experience if I am to be the best Starfleet officer I can be. [22:31] ::the ghost drifts up to Prescot and stands there:: [22:31] ::takes his mug and looks around, then walks over to a corner table out of the way and drops into a seat with a sigh:: [22:31] ::She shrugged:: i don't know how to express it properly. I do care about him, a lot. But i'm hardly able to express it the way that you organics do. ::she grinned a bit:: I understand what you mean entirely. [22:32] ::looks up and the ghost and smiles:: Can I offer a comerade in death a drink? ::offers the ghost a bit of his firewater:: [22:32] ::bites her lower lip in contemplation as she swirls her ale about:: [22:33] ::The ghost says nothing, just stands there... its eyes seeming to lock with Prescot's:: [22:33] ::takes a long, slow drink of the electric blue concoction:: [22:33] ::walks up to the same table Zachery is at and sits down:: I'm back. [22:34] ::catches the eyes and stares at them for a moment before nodding at the Lt as she walks away:: [22:34] ::pulls out the small black holoimage projector from his pocket, sets it on the table and turns it on, staring at it as he sips his drink, startled by Maiko he looks up, a sheepish look on his face:: Oh. Welcome back. [22:34] * Maiko is dressed in civilian attire; the ghost merely continues on its way [22:35] :looks at the holoprojected image: I didn't... what I... is this a bad time? [22:36] ::She sighs wistfully:: I really should work up a bit of nerve and tell him. I just don't know how to. [22:36] I have learned that many species prefer directness in their courting habits. [22:37] ::looks out at the crew as they mingle together, looking over at Tal and Savant for a moment before back to Zach and Maiko:: [22:37] ::The ghost continues to drift around, passing Maiko and Zachery and pausing there for a bit:: [22:37] Though I believe that the Trill are bit put off by the concepts of "falling in love" and romance. The older Trill call it a "game for the young", I believe. [22:38] he's far from young. Then again, i'm not really a child anymore, either. [22:38] ::shakes his head slowly and sips his drink:: No no...it's just...what you said back there made me think of her. ::smiles a bit shyly:: [22:39] ::polite smile:: Well, you reminded me of Clarence. No-one else was helping much. ::blushes:: [22:40] ::smirks as she takes a sip:: You both certainly have me beat by a fair margin. I will reach thrity-three standard years in nine days. [22:41] nine days, seven hours, twenty five minutes and four seconds. ::she grinned:: happy birthday in advance, in case I forget. [22:41] ::the ghost drifts over to Tal and Savant:: [22:41] ::sits back and sips:: (q) You reminded me of my wife. I used to help her all the time. ::smiles somewhat sadly and puts the holoprojector away:: (q) Tell me about him? [22:42] Sometime, Savant, you are far too efficient for your own good. ::lifts her glass:: Cheers. [22:42] ::downs the rest of the drink, enjoying the warm feeling the ice-cold alcohol creates within her:: [22:42] ::she smirked:: only when i choose to be, Ms Tal. . . only when dramatically appropriate. [22:42] Who, Clarence? [22:43] ::nods:: That's who you were referring to, wasn't it? [22:43] ::blinks a bit:: Well, he was... considerate. Thoughtful. Fun, certainly. ::blushes, a few enjoyable memories coming to mind:: [22:44] what do you think of him? The admiral, that is. [22:44] ::sips his drink and listens attentatively:: Sounds like a good man. What happened to him? If you don't mind my asking that is. [22:45] So, tell me, Savant - ::smiles as the alcohol really sets to work:: - how long have you been infatuated with our noble Tebrun Kor? [22:45] ::the ghost bumps into Tal's 'aura':: [22:45] ::finds the conversations lacking and pulls out a PADD from inside his coat and begins to scan it over, still sipping on his drink:: [22:45] ::she grins and leans on the table, a wistful look on her face:: honestly? [22:46] :casts a poisonous glance at Maiko:: Watch yourself. [22:47] ::the ghost shuddered and shaked, making creepy noises and fluttering in an imaginary breeze [22:47] ::the PADD on the table next to her:: I... scared him off. [22:47] ::turns back to Savant:: Yes, honestly. [22:47] ::In fact, her hands aren't even touching it:: I said some things I shouldn't have said - under a lot of stress in what was a life-changing event.... and I wasn't thinking... [22:48] ::Frowns:: He took it rather badly... I don't blame him but... still... [22:48] I first realized it when he nearly committed suicide, while Coronado was grounded on Reor. But i've felt it pretty much since I went operational. It's got a lot to do with identifying my superuser group. [22:48] ::nods slowly:: You think he should have somehow understood. ::says as a statememt, not a question:: [22:49] ::Sighs:: He went through the same events himself years ago. Even estranged his wife at the time the way I did him. [22:50] ::looks out the window:: So he left. Pushed a transfer through and shuttled off. [22:51] *** Maiko sets mode: +v Obs_Santiago [22:52] <> [22:52] No chance of him coming back then? [22:52] <> [22:53] <> [22:53] ::scrolls down on his PADD and looks up at the crew in the lounge, not finding much of a change he grunts and pours himself another drink:: [22:53] ::nods:: It could be that you were programmed to imprint the first authority figure you encountered once you were activated. [22:53] ::Shrugs:: I don't know. I sent him a message... told him I understood he needed some time to think... I apologized... but I haven't heard anything from him since. [22:53] ::the ghost moves around Tal and Savant in a circle ominously:: [22:54] In a manner of speaking. I hadn't been given a superuser priority group, so I had to build my own. And, well.... he was the first to greet me, first to defend me, and first to help me. He's always been there for me. [22:54] ::the ghost starts to skirt away, heading towards Maiko and Zach:: [22:57] ::waves the ghost away with a hand, giving it a good solid push towards the center of the room:: [22:58] I'm sorry to hear that. Of course there is no hope whatsoever of my wife coming back. ::watches the ghost, rather amused, and sips his drink again:: [22:58] ::The ghost ignored the command from Maiko, two "arms" rising from either side of it as the white sheet was pulled upwards:: [22:59] ::It began to creak and groan... vbarely audible voices moaning and screeching "freeeeee meeee...... freeee meeee":: [22:59] It's the one constant in the universe, death. ::glares at the ghost:: Ha ha, funny. [22:59] And for me. It was kind of him and the Captain to approve my transfer after Panache was destroyed and - ::snorts:: - and my own father betrayed my trust in him. [23:00] Admiral Wallace is an odd fellow. [23:00] ::watches the ghoast and laughs, nodding at Maiko:: Would you...trust me to get you another drink Maiko? [23:00] ::wry grin:: I won't be held responsible for anything that happens this time. [23:02] ::smiles at her:: I promise no more kelp wine. ::stands and bows slightly:: I'll be right back. ::heads for the bar to make her a special drink:: [23:02] Especially if it's alcoholic [23:02] PLEASE make it alcoholic [23:02] ::two hands slide over Maiko's eyes:: Good to see you up and about and making friends. Guess whooo... [23:02] ::nods her head wearily:: Twenty-five years he's raised me as his daughter and trained me as his apprentice. And for what end? [23:02] What in the hell... [23:02] *** Obs_Santiago is now known as Gibson [23:02] don't be so hard on him. He's been through a lot as well. [23:03] When it mattered most, he didn't even have the courage to trust me with what he was doing, with what he needed done. [23:03] ::puts her hands up over the hands blocking her eyes, then to the face above them:: [23:03] ::leaves the hands on her eyes:: no, try again. [23:03] mleh. your fingers taste like latex paint. [23:03] ::squeals in joy:: CLARENCE! [23:03] ::turns around and practically tackle-hugs him:: [23:04] ::Savant glances over at Gibson and Maiko, and beams, then turns back to Velorna:: He has a hard time delegating. [23:04] it shouldn't make me self-conscious that it was saying 'latex- paint' that let you identify me, but it does. [23:04] ::pulls back from the embrace:: You came back.... ::tears of joy in her eyes:: [23:04] ::looks over and nods:: I will! ::grabs a blue glass and starts carefully making a drink, stirs it and then drops little bits of fruit into it, then blends it and pours it in a thin, tall, red glass and starts walking back to Maiko, but stops in mid-stride as he sees what's happening:: ((Oops>> [23:04] Being through hell does not excuse not trusting his own daughter AND his Flag Intelligence Officer. I know. I've been to hell. [23:04] )) [23:04] now, now, don't start that. [23:05] it certainly doesn't excuse his behaviour, no. [23:05] ::sniffs:: I'm so sorry for what I put you through... [23:05] don't. please don't. [23:05] it's not your fault, and i better than anyone knows that [23:06] ::sniffles:: It is too my fault... partially, but my hand was in it. [23:06] But Admiral Kor... ::smiles tiredly:: ...he's been willing to trust me when he's had no reason to do so. [23:06] more like your spine. [23:07] but ... at least you had one. unlike some [23:07] ::looks at the tackling and raises an eyebrow, chuckling softly at the two of them before looking over at Zach and frowning slightly:: [23:07] What's left of it ::smiles, then frowns:: Clarence, you had as much right to feel angry and upset.as I did. You did the right thing by leaving until we both were able to cope with our emotions. [23:08] ::quietly walks over and sets her drink on the table, retrieving his own and walks away, leaving them alone:: [23:08] ::She grins:: he's an endearing fellow, isn't he? [23:08] ::nods silently:: ::notes Zachery standing very still with a big drink in his hands:: Pleased to meet you. ::shakes his free hand:: I'm Jack Gibson. [23:09] Mmmm. Quite so. [23:09] ::suddenly realizes she's ignored Zach:: Oh, I forgot you two don't know. This is Zachery Prentiss. He makes good drinks, and he's a great listener.. ::beams:: [23:10] ::winces as one of the twins kicks:: It seems, dear Savant, that a pregnant woman should not even partake of synthehol. [23:11] ::She grins and leans closer:: My, isn't that little one active today! [23:11] ::nods and shakes his hand:: Zachery Prentiss. Good to meet you as well. If you'll excuse me, I need to refill some pitchers and you two need to renew your acquantance I believe. ::nods and walks back to the bar and busies himself with filling the pitchers that are half empty:: [23:11] ::smiles broadly, faltering slightly as the man walks away:: all right... [23:11] ::sighs as he leaves earshot:: The poor man.. he lost his wife... he's still hurting over it. [23:12] The morning sickness is passing. But I am finally starting to show a noticable gain in body mass. [23:12] so are they. [23:13] I see. [23:14] ::nods and watches Zach as he walks away, standing up and moving over towards him, leaning against the bar and offering the man a tall glass of his firewater:: Here. You need this more than I do. [23:14] ::looks to Clarence:: He's a friend. Really, you'd be surprised at some of the drinks he can mix. [23:15] So... where have you been all this time? [23:15] no, i wouldn't. I shook his hand, I know his arm muscles. I know what he's capable of. ::smiles:: [23:15] ::looks at Prentiss and shakes his head, indicating his mug:: Thanks, but believe me, this will do the trick. I appreciate the offer though. ::half smiles:: [23:16] ::shrugs:: Suit yourself... ::moves away back over to his table away from the people and sits back down:: [23:16] <> [23:16] ::runs her finger and a finely manicured nail along her abdomen:: I find that I am... satisfied... with my decision to carry the children to term. [23:16] ::playfully punches Clarence on the arm:: C'mon, tell. [23:16] I've been posted to the Vanguard. [23:16] ::she grinned broadly:: I'm very jealous, you know. [23:16] I'm ... still posted to the Vanguard [23:17] Oh, ::smiles, then hears the other sentence:: Oh...... [23:17] ::shuffles things around on the trays, removing the empty ones, and then takes his mug and starts drinking:: [23:17] Whatever happened to your own... progeny project? [23:17] I mean, my transfer came with a grade increase. I'm a lieutenant there [23:17] How... ::holds back a second:: How long are you here then? [23:18] i'm doing important work, i'm getting along well-- [23:18] ::brightens a bit, happy for him, just a little saddened he's not back on Coro:: Congratulations! [23:18] just for a little while. they had a supply run to this ship so i piloted it over [23:19] ::she sighed:: I'm still trying to make it work. It isn't [23:19] ::smiles:: thanks! [23:20] Have you considered a self-replicating memory matrix combined with an overlapping congnitive replacement routine? [23:21] Oh, I do that all the time. That would only make a new instance of my registers. It woudl be me [23:21] *** Quits: Maiko (CptFarrell@nh-mountvernon-cmts3a-1- 18.lndnnh.adelphia.net) (Ping timeout) [23:21] seems kinda funny that the incidents that nearly killed both of us involved piloting. [23:22] ((i'll just hang onto that one for now...)) [23:22] ::glances at Maiko and Clarence and then looks around the lounge, then walks over to Prescot and sets a refill of his drink beside him:: Here. My compliments. [23:23] each of my registers is in fact independant, much like the relationship between cords and braids. I can exist across a monstrous network simply because of my dissociative state. When you get down to it, you're doing nothing but talking to a very complex set of mathematical formulas. [23:23] That is how I understand it, yes. [23:23] ::smiles and looks at Zach:: Thank you sir. ::raises his glass to him and downs a good deal of it:: [23:24] ::raises his mug and drinks as well:: Nothing like a good drink, is there? [23:27] simply duplicating my registers would just spread me to a new part of the netowkr. [23:27] ::smirks and nods:: Indeed, espically after such... foolishness no? [23:28] Can you create a new memory sector that is completely independent of your registers and your imprint? [23:28] Heh. You know what to expect from a good drink. Never any surprises. [23:28] Well, I could always map registers to a new area of the netowrk and then de-link it. But as soon as i recontacted that netowkr, it woudl reassociate with me. [23:31] Damn right. Nothing held back from a good drink either. Just all at once you know whats going on. [23:32] So, the only way for this to truly work would be for you to create a matrix of equations that are based upon your own memory matrix equations but that are not an exact copy. You coould then download those equations to an independent resource, seperate yourself from that resource, and allow an organic element to set up the arrays needed to create the conciousness conditionals. [23:32] ::nods:: Yeah. Clears your mind of stuff and nonsense! ::drains his mug and looks at it, now empty:: Darn. I need another one! [23:32] With you seperated from the computational resource, the calculations would then be free from your influence. You could manually finish what needed to be done from outside the system or you could allow an organic to do so. [23:33] ::She blinks once:: Well, yes, if i were a class one intelligence. [23:33] ::chuckles and polishes off his drink:: [23:34] You want a refill? ::takes Prescot's empty glasses and pauses, waiting for an answer. [23:34] :: [23:34] ::nods:: please. [23:34] It is an avenue for you to consider, I would guess. [23:34] *** Joins: Farrell (CptFarrell@ACAB9831.ipt.aol.com) [23:34] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +v Farrell [23:34] I'm not, however. That won't make an intelligence of my class. I'm the only one of my class that I know. [23:35] <> [23:35] So they got you back in a pilot seat? What'd it take to pull that? ::wry grin:: [23:35] seems kinda funny that the incidents that nearly killed both of us involved piloting. [23:36] it took me having a woman on another ship out of transporter range. ::smiles:: [23:36] ::nods:: Coming right up! ::turns and heads behind the bar, fills up his mug and one of Prescot's glasses and returns to his table, sets the glass down and grins:: Drink up! There's a detox hypo with both our names on it in the morning. [23:36] It's a start, Savant. And sometimes to accomplish great deeds, we must start at the bottom. [23:36] Romulus wasn't built in a day, after all. [23:36] ::gives him a warm inviting kiss:: Well I'm glad you were able to do it. I'm proud of you. [23:36] ::smirks:: That takes all the fun out of the day after though ::slides down another bit of his drink:: [23:37] ::she shook her head:: Making that class of intelligence is relatively mundane, Velorna. I can't interface with them any more than I can interface with you. the whole point was to find an intelligence like me. [23:37] <> [23:37] *** Farrell is now known as Maiko [23:37] <> [23:38] Have you analyzed the research by Dr. Davies? What has she said about the creation of your own matrix? [23:38] ::smiles:: aww, nothing like sugar. [23:39] ::chuckles and drinks again:: Well, I do have a conconction of my own I like to use if you dare to try it? [23:39] I was an experiment into artificial life. Class one intelligences are built to mimic the life processes of organics, so they tend to think and behave liek them. I wasn't built like that. I sort of... "sprung form the complexities of quantum-level calculations", as my mother put it. [23:39] ::blushes:: How long do you have until you have to go back? ::husky voice:: [23:40] two days [23:40] but i'm not sure the husky voice sort of activities would be the best thing for us right now. [23:40] You were an accident? [23:41] ::smile slips into a frown, but an understanding one:: I suppose you're right... maybe... dinner on the holodec? [23:41] <<"hey, me too!">> [23:41] sounds good to me. [23:41] not so much. She was trying to see what would happen with the interaction of high-complexity registers if given the opportunity to create their own processing instructions. She wasn't expecting me in specific, but she was hoping for *something*. I believe she originally hoped for a new set of fractal math. [23:42] I see. [23:43] ::frowns as she looks at her abdomen:: Sometimes, Savant, the greatest gifts in life are the ones we are not expecting - or even desiring. [23:43] ::face returns to her Maiko grin:: Great! [23:44] ::smirks:: Your on [23:44] ::she leans against the table and grins as she looks up:: Yes, that's very true. [23:45] ::smiles at that grin:: it's been too long since i've seen that smile [23:45] ::smiles wanly, distantly:: [23:45] ::grins widely:: You may regret that, but we'll see. If you're a true drinking man, you might actually enjoy it! ::drains his mug again and stares at it:: Empty again? Well now, we can't have that can we? ::hiccups:: [23:45] can you tell me what it's like? [23:45] Gods I've missed you... ::gives him a hug:: [23:46] ::nods:: Indeed... Cant have that [23:46] ::kisses her forehead:: [23:46] mother tried to explain while she was pregnant with my sister and again with my brother, but i never did understand well. [23:46] ::sighs, content and feeling... herself? for the first time since the accident:: [23:47] It is... I cannot describe it in words. [23:47] ::she grinned:: i thougth as much. That's all right. [23:48] It's more than a physical set of sensations. There are many complex emotions involved - many of which I can't entirely understand myself. [23:49] I woudln't expect you to expalin it to me any more than I could explain my feelings to you. I think that i'm just incompatible with organics. [23:49] I haven't yet been able to make a peripheral sensitive enough. . . [23:50] ::turns and makes his way behind the bar, his steps a bit unsure but he makes it and pours himself another refill, then pours some more firewater and takes them both back to Prescot's table:: Good thing we have transporters, because after this I won't be walking home. [23:50] Perhaps not in a tradiational sense. But you do seem to get along well enough with most organics. [23:50] Clarence... tell me something... Is life on Vanguard any more... normal? I dunno, maybe 'less chaotic' is better.... is it better than Coronado? [23:51] ::she grinned: it's not hard really. I just put in a few preset behavioural limits and let it take care of the messy details. [23:51] ::shrugs:: Recognize that you're speaking to the 2nd assistant head of logistics for the flight group. I'm not sure if my life is ever not chaotic. [23:52] just... not chaotic in the way that your life is. [23:52] ::nods and takes the glass and offers it up to Zachery:: to irrationality [23:52] i mean, you're bridge-type chaotic. fun-chaotic. i'm supply line screwup chaotic. ::shrugs:: [23:52] ::stands to her feet wearily and deactivates the halo and aura:: [23:52] good night Velorna. [23:52] Would that it were that simple for us all, Commander. [23:53] I would describe it as something as a trade off, that's all [23:53] ::sighs:: Lately Coronado fun-type chaotic just seems to be... bad. [23:53] ::smiles:: Perhaps, Savant. Perhaps. [23:53] ::plops down into a chair and chinks his mug against his glass:: I'll drink to that! ::takes a few good swallows and then wipes his mouth with the back of his hand:: [23:53] Best of luck with your situation with the Admiral. ::bows her head:: Good evening, Savant. [23:53] ::shrugs:: i don't know, then. I guess Vanguard could be better. [23:54] ::she grinned and waved cheerily at Tal:: [23:54] ::sighs, content and contemplative, still embracing him:: [23:54] See, the side effect of my chaos not taking me to the bridge is that i have less concern about going places. I couldn't tell you what the last four missions we've been on were. I could tell you how things have gone wrong, logistically, on the way, however [23:55] * Velorna starts for the door, her mind already preparing for the zhian'tara upon the morrow. [23:55] *** Parts: Velorna (~aggie@208.187.41.160) [23:56] ::gently pulls away, guides him to the table she had been sitting at, then spots Savant:: Hey Savant! ::motions her over:: [23:57] ::looks up at Maiko and Gibson. She was still in her soft- light-and-gause angel outfit. She offered them both a dazzling smile:: [23:57] Savant, you look radiant as ever. [23:57] ::smirks and downs the rest of his drink and shakes his head:: Damn... been a while since Ive been this intoxicated.. [23:58] Well, if you'd been here earlier, you would have seen me looking as radiant too. Except, well, you would have seen me naked for a few seconds too... [23:58] ::glances over at Savant and then looks back at his drink:: Me too. Feels kinda good... ::drinks some more:: [23:59] ::mouths "I'll send you the footage: to Gibson:: [23:59] ::she got up and sat down with them, flaoting a half inch from the chair or so [00:01] ::smiles, today suddenly not being as horrible as it seemed:: [00:01] ::downs the rest of his drink and nods, smiling to himself at his state:: Most excellent. [00:02] how's Vanguard doing for you, Clarence?I've been so dissociated lately, that I havne't been out there [00:02] ::smiles, first clandestinely to Savant, then to Maiko:: i'm sure it was all right. [00:02] ::drinks some more of his and looks at Prescot's empty glass again:: I'd offer to get you another refill but It's not a good idea right now. [00:03] Vanguard's been a disaster area. apparently not the same kind as this place, but i've been holding it together [00:03] sometimes with spit and gaffer's tape, but it's holding. for now. ::smiles:: [00:03] :shakes his head:: Im fine trust me.. [00:03] ::wry grin:: And I'll bet you love every minute of it. [00:03] We'll have to go out for lunch some time when I'm out of the fourth chamber. [00:03] hmm. [00:04] i can catch you up on what's been happening with betty and william in logistics. [00:04] Betty and William? You mean she hasn't stabbed him yet? [00:05] ::nods and then blinks:: Me too. Last one for Zach. ::lifts his mug and tilts it back, draining it and then leaning back in his chair, propping his feet up in another one:: I could almost stay her all night like this. [00:05] the other way around, in a manner of speaking. [00:05] <<*here>> [00:05] Does that mean he finally learned to stop drumming his fingers on everything? [00:05] ::slips out from her chair, motioning to Gibson and Savant she'll be back in a bit - this a good time for the two to catch up:: [00:05] ::looks around for Zachary:: [00:05] ... oh! [00:05] oh, no, he's worse now [00:05] ::she smirked [00:05] really? [00:06] that's terrible. ::can't help but laugh:: [00:06] ::she spots him and walks over, slipping off the jacket he let her borrow:: Zach? [00:06] ::chuckles and motions towards the direction that Maiko was comming from and taps his glass on the table:: [00:06] ::looks up with a silly smile on his face:: Hi there. What's up? [00:06] ::she nods and can't help but chuckle as well:: I didn't tell a soul, but it was written on their faces. The way they would sneak out for coffee breaks together and come back with their undershirts on backwards... things like that. [00:07] well, i think N'jilii once told them to either sleep with each other or kill each other, but get it over quickly. [00:07] I guess it worked. [00:08] ::frowns:: I just want to... well, I guess I owe you an apology. I... ::sighs:: If I led you on to believe anything... I mean, you're a wonderful man. I know you'll find someone someday who will be able to fill that special hole in your heart you're feeling... [00:08] ::she laughed:: Yeah, he said that. I'm surprised that they listened to him. [00:08] he still drives her crazy with the way he drums his fingers, though [00:09] unless it's in a specific way at a specific time, in which case I presume she's taking the good with the bad. [00:09] ::sad smile:: If I had never met Clarence, I probably might have even been the one... I just... I guess I just wanted to thank you for being there for me, for listening. And.. just to say I've no intention of missing out on any of your drinks ::grin:: I'd be more than happy to talk to you like we have lately. [00:10] ::Savant laughed again:: something like that. The jokes are getting pretty risque in the office, in any case. [00:10] ::looks down at the jacket in her hands:: Oh, and I need to return this... ::feels rather uncomfortable over this whole thing:: Thanks. I think I would have gone nuts if you hadn't gotten me out of here before I could make more of a fool of myself. ::gently places the jacket in front of Zachery:: [00:10] really! [00:10] i may have to stop by sometime during my stay [00:11] oh, please. maybe we can all go out for lunch or osmething. [00:11] ::waves his hand at her:: Don't worry about it! I've had my once-in-a-lifetime. You're always welcome to talk to me any time, and as far as the drinks are concerned...well, everybody is welcome to my drinks. S'why I make em! [00:11] you'll whip yourself up a plate of hologrammatic fettucine or something? [00:12] you know i hate having lunch with you when you don't eat (or pretend to eat) anything [00:12] ::smiles:: And you feel free to talk to me anytime. ::hrms:: In fact, maybe I should introduce you to Rachel. I'm sure the two of you would hit it right off.... [00:13] well, maybe, but the others sure do eat a lot. [00:13] ::pats him comfortingly on the shoulder and heads back to her table, slipping back into her seat next to Clarence:: [00:13] ::takes hold of her hand:: [00:14] ::smiles and puts her hand over Clarence's over hers, giving it a slight squeeze:: [00:14] ::just shakes his head:: We need more to drink. [00:14] Actually Savant, I heard rumors of you eating in the Fourth Chamber... [00:14] ::hiccups and covers his mouth:: Oops. Sorry bout that. Don't you worry your pretty little head bout me! Go enjoy yourself while you have time... ::picks up his jacket and nods at Prescot:: Yup. That we do. [00:14] ::savant nods blithely:: deep in, yes. [00:15] Well... then again, I guess that's not all that good a place for a picnic lunch. ::wry grin:: [00:16] Say, I got an idea. How about we trade drinks this time and you tell me what you think? [00:16] ::she smirked:: Entropy doesn't work down there. I couldn't taste anything [00:17] heh [00:17] what did you eat? [00:17] it was a ration bar that General Ironside was carrying with him. [00:17] i wasn't sure if i wasn't tasting anything because of the place I was, or because of my choice on the menu [00:18] i think if it's the former you were lucky. [00:18] ::nods:: Great idea:: takes the glasses and moves over to were Zach had places the drink and refilled both of their glasses and sat one down infront of Zach, with his firewater and one infront of Zach with his firewater:: There you... ::looks over at Maiko and smirks:: Amazing isnt it? Always wanting to be friends hmm? [00:18] ration bars always tasted like pillow-filler to me, anyway. [00:19] ::nods:: Even the ones that say 'strawberry shortcake' taste more like 'recycled duranium mush' [00:20] ::nods and raises his glass:: Yeah, here's to friends, and the best friend of all on a lonely night...a good stiff drink! [00:20] ::she grinned a bit:: I guess i'll never know what you're talking about [00:21] yeah, you will [00:21] ::chuckles and chinks his drink with Zachs and downs a bit more of it:: [00:22] strawberry shortcake. ::shudders:: you know when Van was in a combat zone there was like a mass craving for those things. you have no idea how hard i worked to get some of those delivered. woulda been mutiny otherwise. [00:22] to this day, strawberry shortcake ration bars send shivers down my spine [00:22] ::shrugs:: Write a subroutine for it. Analyze the chemicals, compare to what other people like, go off that. // ::grin:: That's because the strawberry shortcake bars are the best of all the ration bars. [00:22] ::nods at Prescot and drinks half of his in one go:: Ahhhh! Now that's what I'm talking about! ::punches him in the shoulder:: Whatcha think? You like my drink? [00:23] I still say someone should try making one with Reorsan tartberries. Mmmm, now THAt would be a ration bar! [00:23] ::she nods:: those tend to travel in waves. [00:24] ::smiles:: rock dropped in a pond somewhere in subspace and I have to deal with a platoon of marines with hunger pangs. [00:24] ::grins:: We actually had quite the black market on Coronado going for those ration bars after we were skewered. [00:24] ::Savant nods knowingly:: [00:25] don't tell me that [00:25] ::tastes it for a bit:: more fruitier than Im used to but it is good and potent ::shakes his head again as the walls begin to spin a wee bit:: [00:26] Well now, that's the beauty of it. Makes you think it's safe, and then it hits you right here... ::taps his head a few times:: [00:26] ::grin:: I managed to trade one for a copy of Ensign Kepler's pirate holonovel - the one sent with his message from home? [00:27] ::Savant stood up and leaned over the table at them, grinning:: I have to get some things done. don't stay up to late kids. [00:27] ::Blushes:: Savant? [00:27] ::she grinned broader and winked at them as she headed off:: but don't go to sleep too early, either. [00:28] ::sotto voce, drawls:: If I see a video of me earlier tud-ay, you know the *first* person I'm gonna suspect is you sugah. ::polite smile:: Clarence here excepted of course. [00:31] ::she waves a hand at Maiko and only laughs in amusement as she disappears intot hin air, the sound of her laughter hanging in the air far after she was gone:: [00:31] ::stands up and staggers as he stands:: Whoa... Id love to stay and chat but I get going [00:32] ::wry grimace, to Clarence:: I ever mention that hologram is really starting to spook me out lately? [00:32] ::drains his mug and nods:: Yeah...me too, only I'm not walking. Wouldn't make it. [00:33] ::waves at Savant:: [00:33] ::chuckles:: Goodbye Zach ::stumbles his way out of the door:: [00:33] I mean, really Clarence, she's... changed somehow in the last few months. [00:34] ::shrugs:: She seemed the same to me. [00:34] ::sighs:: Maybe I'm the one who's changed. I dunno. [00:36] i think it's possible you're lettinig your feelings about the fourth chamber cloud your judgment regarding Savant. [00:36] ::watches Prescot leave and shakes his head, then blinks a couple of times and tries to put on his jacket, not having much success and he can't seem to figure out which of the 6 sleeves to use:: [00:37] ::frowns:: That fourth chamber isn't a nice place Clarence. My spine was bad enough, but I don't think I'll ever forget crashing that shuttle in there. It's... just not right. ::shrugs:: [00:38] well, you know i don't much care for anything involving crashing shuttles... ::smiles and pulls her closer:: [00:38] ::grin:: I think we're both in agreeance on that now. ::snuggles:: [00:38] ::mutters and tries again, leaning over a bit to reach he falls out of his chair instead, the chair landing with a clatter behind him:: Darn! [00:40] <> [00:40] ::scratches his head and stares at the jacket:: Ah forget it! ::taps his commbadge and shimmers out:: [00:41] <> [00:41] <> [00:41] <<::chuckles:: I am>> [00:41] <> [00:41] *end sim* [00:41] << ^_^; >> [00:42] << sim end >> [00:42] *** CoroLCARS changes topic to '=/\= U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901... http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ =/\= Sim's over for this week; time to relax! =-= Three-time winner of UCIP's Bergen Award for excellence in simming!' [00:42] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: -m