“This is fascinating… The architecture reminds me of a holonovel we experienced on one of your holo-decks.” The small, pink ape in the red starfleet uniform stated as tiny birds flew around him, some landing on the uniform, others hovering or darting over with incredible nimbleness as their feathers flashed blue, catching the light. A particularly sturdy Klingon was carriyng baggage that the small, ape-like creature dragged as much as it could, snorting a little through it’s 6 nostrils as it scented the air, walking through the docking tube and staring at the stars outside, it’s 8 fingers from one hand resting on the panel before continuing.

“I think that’s everything. Is there anything else you require, Mr. Siu Gaeng?” The Klingon, Ensign Hurgas inquired. “No, not at all. You’ve been most helpful to us, we are gratified.” The ape bowed as some of the birds made song-like chirps, forming a small musical melody together before settling back down.

Eventually shifting the equipment aboard, the ape sat down and rested, the birds fluttering onto the various pieces of equipment. “We are tired.” The ape stated, in a somewhat deep male voice. “Rest… Rest our wings and muscles. Access the replicator.” One of the birds fluttered over to a panel in the wall and pecked at the LCARS Interface. “Siu Gaeng personal files - Food 1 and 4.” In an instant, a large bowl of red, cricket-like insects appeared next to a slightly smaller bowl with raspberries appeared, the ape taking both from the slot and setting it on the floor. The flock of birds descended on the bigger bowl, eating the insects while the ape happily munched on his raspberries, snorting a little as his thin, blue tongue lapped at the juice on it’s fingers.

Submitting a request to transport personal effects to their quarters, the birds once again settled on the small ape as it wandered through the corridors.

Ensign Thay SIu Gaeng (Science)