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“It would also have been my wish to prepare Jaberwock for the lifetime ahead of him.” Eve replied. “But myself and Ensign Gorvel were denied the opportunity. Instead, our baby stepped out into the world, alone, without saying goodbye. And now I must acknowledge that I will probably never see him again.”

She lowered her head, as if unable or unwilling, in that moment, to reveal her features to her Commanding Officer, although Drudoc might notice a single drop of what appeared to be oil or lubricant landing on the surface of her desk.

• Eve (Eng)

”..That was not a choice you could control though, Eve..” Drudoc said dropping the formal rank for a moment. “..Jaberwock for whatever its reasons was following its instincts for life. This was not a fault of yours or Ensign Gorvel. It was just how this creature lives. While it is true you may not see Jaberwock again. We did launch some observation probes to follow it for a time. You are welcome to review that information at your leisure. I also am given to understand that Starfleet plans to follow up with further observation probes in the future to study this new species in its natural habitat..” She explained she she held sympathy for the android as a parent.

Drudoc Andone CO

OOC: Bumping again!

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