Posted by Cadet Ashlyn Trenton (Security Officer) in First Day On the Job

Posted by Cadet Kyle Anders (Security Officer) in First Day On the Job

Posted by Cadet Ashlyn Trenton (Security Officer) in First Day On the Job
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Slightly out of breath from all the running, Kyle decided to head back to his quarters and take a sonic shower before turning in for the evening to prepare for his first day as a (kind of) fully-fledged officer aboard the Challenger. As Kyle rounded the corner and saw his dormitory door, he immediately noticed that the lock still hadn’t been fixed, he tried to enter the room cautiously, so as not to wake (and, more than likely, aggravate) Cadet Trenton.

-Cadet Kyle Anders: Security-

Ashlyn was glad to see that Ryan had graduated and moved on to his first ship, but this meant that she would need a new shift partner and this made her mildly uncomfortable. She worked on schooling her expression about it so it wouldn’t show so much. As per everyone else, she needed to be okay working with new people and she was, save a few accidental outbursts. The sonic shower was fairly relaxing, but she would need some real water soon. Maybe the holodeck had a pool program? Either way, it was clear that she either forgot she had a roommate or didn’t care as she casually strolled into the room to get in uniform leaving little to the imagination. She wasn’t even phased or halted when the door suddenly slid open, now she would have to report to Lieutenant Rainns that the door lock wasn’t fixed yet. “Well that’s a problem, welcome back, don’t be late.” The cadet scrutinized the door lock for a moment before pulling out a clean uniform to put on.

• Cadet Ashlyn Trenton

Anders groaned internally, And a good evening to you too, he thought to himself. Out loud he said, “Is the sonic shower usable? I could do with getting a quick one in before I turn in for the evening.” Only then did Kyle notice that Trenton was wearing a fresh uniform. “If I’m not overstepping my mark here, where are you going at this time of night? Surely there’s no need to patrol the ship?”

-Cadet Kyle Anders: Security-

Trenton gave Anders a long searching stare, trying to determine if he already forgot or if he’s just that tired. “You do remember when I said I was Third Shift right? Also, you did hear that Cadet John Ryan just graduated today didn’t you? That means the newest cadet is my new shift partner.” Trenton pointed at the bathroom, “The shower is good to go, but don’t be late to your first shift. That would be sad to have to pull a shift on my own, especially if the Engineers want to play with the sensors again.” Trenton’s expression softened as she finished pinning her communicator to her jacket, “If you’re not ready for it, I’ll let the L-T know you need another day to adjust your sleep schedule. It’s really not a big deal, I’d rather you be fully prepared than come in unrested.” Trenton moved over to the replicator in the room and ordered an emergency survival ration, a sort of supplement bar that she was most accustomed to eating. She figured that she would hang around at least long enough to get his answer, then go to shift with him should he decide to go.

• Cadet Ashlyn Trenton

Kyle was confused, “I’m pretty sure I’m First Shift? No one said anything to me about being your shift partner?”

-Cadet Kyle Anders: Security-

Trenton doesn’t argue, instead she turns on her computer terminal and pulled up the duty roster to show the confused Cadet. “The Lieutenant is very direct and blunt, also uses negative reinforcement but that’s besides the point. Point is, when he says be ready for work shortly, he’s not kidding. So congratulations, welcome to the Night Watch, unless you would rather put in for a shift change? I can help you with that request, but it means someone else is getting pretty shafted.” Trenton leans back in her chair and brings her feet up to cross her legs. “As you can see, Lieutenant Rainns is very pragmatic, he’s got all the new cadets scheduled before they even arrive and makes schedule changes based on arrival delays. Unless…” Trenton took a moment to observe Cadet Anders, watching his non-verbal signs. “Unless you just don’t want to work with me specifically?”

• Cadet Ashlyn Trenton

Kyle sighed, he was aggravated with himself for letting the day get ahead of him, “How long do I have?” he asked, hurriedly. He had to resist the urge to start stripping off the top half of his uniform in front of the young cadet.

-Cadet Kyle Anders: Security-

Trenton checked the computer for the time and turned back, “Fortunate, you have fifty three minutes so as long as you don’t take an hour in the showers you have plenty of time.”

• Cadet Ashlyn Trenton, Security

Kyle nodded his thanks and bolted into the sonic shower. As the sonic waves hit, Kyle felt more and more relaxed. It had been a busy day, the young cadet was looking forward to undertaking his first Bok’Mara class the next morning. But for now, he would have to ‘enjoy’ his first round of the night shift. After around 5 minutes, Kyle deactivates the shower, throws his uniform on rather quickly (causing him to have to adjust his combadge twice) and moved towards the door. After allowing it to open, he extended his hand and said: “Ladies first” in the politest way possible.

-Cadet Kyle Anders: Security-