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Henry smiled, getting the sense that the Counselor took great joy in her job, that she liked to converse just as much as she liked to do hard work. “So I’ve been told. But other planets might have snow, you never know.” He shifted in his seat, trying to maintain some semblance of posture while looking at Vanessa.

“I’d just like to get a general sense of good decision-making. The Academy has some great, refined training regimes, but it’s been my experience that nothing can beat actually doing something, even a point-for-point simulation. So, put me to work, I guess is what I’m saying.” His brows knitted slightly, he continued, “And I do know that I mentioned this, but I would like to get a sense of responsibility of command, even just from observation. Lieutenant Anders seems like a great opportunity for that. But mainly, I just want to get into the thick of things.”

~ Cadet Henry Rodier - Security

Vanessa gave a warm smile. “I’ll talk with Lieutenant Anders, see if we can schedule some time shadowing him. And we’re always in the thick of things, so hopefully you’ll get to see some of that ‘good decision making’ in action.”

She stood, extending her hand to him. “Well, Cadet Rodier, it has been a pleasure! I look forward to seeing you succeed, here aboard the Challenger, and in the greater fleet.”

OOC: It’s been so much fun writing with you, Gavin! Don’t forget to take anything that got brought up here and add it to your bio. Always feel free to contact me if you have any questions or need help with anything!

Lt. Cmdr. Lofton - CNS

OOC: You too, Nathan! I can see how much work you put into the little details. Already added a lot of it to my bio for reference, but I’ll definitely keep you in mind to contact!

IC:
The Cadet stood, reaching out to warmly shake Vanessa’s hand. “Thank you, a pleasure indeed. I hope we’ll speak again.” He turned, heading to the door, and then had a flash of remembrance of his departure from the Armory. With a somewhat sheepish turn, he asked “Permission to leave, Lieutenant Commander?”

~ Cadet Henry Rodier - Security

Vanessa cocked her head and then laughed, standing up straighter. “Permission granted, Cadet,” she grinned back, then watched him leave.

=^= Computer, please save introductory session for Cadet Rodier, Henry, =^= she requested, walking to her desk. The holo-display lit up as she sat, and she flicked a few images before typing in the input area on the desk top. =^= Play Paganini’s Caprice 24, please, =^= she said, and the violin started almost immediately. She closed her eyes, a small smile on her face, then set to work preparing for the next session on her schedule.

Lt. Cmdr. Lofton - CNS