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”..Tel’eck! Ensign Fayth, the sandwiches are ready.” Drudoc called from the other room.

”..Coming Mom!” Tel’eck replied.

Tel’eck Andone

Sharah shook her head with a smile. The girl had a limitless amount of energy and ideas. She would have to warn Joseph about the children that run through the jeffries tubes. She’d thought the aCSO was kidding. Apparently not. At the captain’s summons she followed Tel’eck back out to the living area and sat down at the table. “It smells wonderful. Romulan flower peppers maybe? They have a very distinctive scent.”

En Fayth, Science

”..A keen nose you got, Ensign. Good to hear my choice of spices is appreciated I hope?” Drudoc said setting the now cool chicken salad sandwiches down on a plate to serve each person. A side of freshly fried potato chips was also evident slightly warm and seasoned yet. “..Please take your seats, I’m sure everyone is hungry.” She commented.

”..Woo! Food.” Tel’eck whooped in a happy tone grinning. “..Smells great Mom. Thanks.” She said.

Drudoc / Tel’eck Andone

Sharah grinned over Tel’eck’s enthusiasm. “Thank you, captain. Yes it is. I’m a dismal cook so I won’t tell you how bad my only attempt to use the peppers went. My assistants on Earth tried to teach me, but I never got farther than making pancakes. Yanni was very disappointed in my lack of progress.” Sharah grins just a little. She waits to see if they offer any type of thanks. At home they would ring a gong, and though Sharah did, she only did it before and after a meal. It was impractical, to her, to try and ring the whole time while she chewed her food. That habit had been over exaggerated by certain families who tried to one-up each other. She took a bite of the sandwhich, savoring the flavors. It was robust and heady and very very good. When she had finished the bite, she commented genuinely, “This is very good, Captain. Thank you.”

En Fayth, Science

Tel’eck and Drudoc didn’t pause for any kind of prayer before the meal. The sandwiches were sweet and spicy yet cool to the taste. The fried chips were crisp and salt and tangy. “..My younger sister Tel’shen makes amazing pancakes! I’d love to try yours sometime if you’re up to it, as I am sure Tel’eck.” Drudoc said. After taking a few bites of the sandwich and chips.

”..I love chocolate chip pancakes!” Tel’eck chimed in. Taking a few bites of the chips herself.

”..So Ensign, tell me about your project from the Academy on the Challenger about the away team additions and scan adjustments?” Drudoc asked.

Drudoc Andone CO