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“But why would you hold a bird captive that’s messed up” Cerenity said shaking her head.

Some of the other children present nodded, to Cerenity’s words. “..Yeah, I thought laws on Earth against animal enslavement and cruelty weren’t allowed?” One other human child asked the CMO.

“That’s true now,” Dr. Stacey announced, “Although, widespread laws against animal, or human, enslavement weren’t created until at least the mid to late 1800s, though even then it took another two to three hundred years to get a foundation of what we know today”.

Another chimed in, “..What kind of money did they use?” she asked.

“Every country in this era used their own form of currency such as the US dollar for the United States, or the pound in England,” Gavin stated, “However, gold, copper, and silver coins were also used widely during this time period”.

One of the kids listening commented, “..That seems very silly and messy.” the boy said, near to him a girl commented likely his twin sister. “..Yeah but it’s can’t be as messy as your bed!” the boy and some of the other kids laughed at this comment until shushed by the teachers.

Luna kept her distance and watched.

Ensign Luna

One of the teacher’s said, “..Well this was quite informative, Mr Gavin, is there anyone else we will be judging then?” she said looking to see who would step up next for educating the children.

Ciaran arrived at 17/18 Forward after speaking with the commodore. He walked in and looked around. He was very curious of what might be going on and looked for who he believed Lt T’Mor was and walked over to T’Mor and said, “I assume you are Lt T’Mor based on your service records, I am Lt Cmdr Donoghuei, the new XO for the Ark Angle. What might be going on here? I believe it would be related to your previous mission. I have read some about that mission and what was accomplished with the nanites. I would love a more in-depth explanation at some point. I know you were directly involved with the previous chief engineer so I am hoping you have more data than what was in the report which I was able to review.” He then waited for T’Mor to response, as well as putting his hand out for a hand shake.

Lt. Cmdr. Donoghuei Executive Officer

T’Mor took the handshake, still trying to process everything the Commander had said and asked all at once.

“Yes,” she started, “Yes I am Lieutenant T’Mor. And the mission… I was present and made some additional notes in the science logs. Of course I will see you receive them.”

She looked down at her outfit, particularly the loud beaded skirt and short top. Growing a little embarrassed that this is how she was to meet the new Executive Officer,

“This is part of an - exhibition, you could say - for the children on board. It is supposed to be an educational experience about history and culture.”

Ciaran could see something was bothering T’Mor and he said, “It looks like you are bothered by something at this time? Was it something which happened with the previous mission or is it something I did?” He wanted to make sure he was not too forward or made the Lt feel like this was formal. He was more curious about her take on the mission and what all went on and not anything official. He then said something else to T’Mor, “I am by no means trying to target you about information on the away mission. I was just curious what made this celebration so big based on the previously mission. Not expecting anything formal at this time. We are all off duty and no need to believe this is related to the previous mission or the ship at this moment. I am more just trying to introduce myself in a less serious and formal settings since I am just coming on board the Ark Angel.” He waited for T’Mor’s response.

|Lt., j.g. T’Mor, Chief Science Officer|

Buckingham shuffled backward in the room hoping to remain slightly un-detected. He hadn’t anticipated a small amount of public speaking and he certainly didn’t feel like availing himself of it at this moment.

Ensign Thomas Buckingham Medical Officer

Lieutenant Junior Grade Gavin Stacey Chief Medical Officer

Lt. Cmdr. Donoghuei Executive Officer

T’Mor took a moment to consciously relax her body, an attempt to appear more confident than she was feeling.

“Respectfully, Commander, I am Vulcan,” she replied, “We are not known for being easily ‘bothered’. Even if I was, it would have nothing to do with your presence here. Furthermore, I- appreciate the introduction.”

T’Mor looked over the mixture of costumed and non-costumed guests, noticing Ensign Buckingham and concluded it was likely he made the same mistake she did. I comforted her, but now at the same time she was being singled out by the new Executive Officer. Of course she would be nervous, who wouldn’t? A different Vulcan perhaps, with better emotional control than she had.

“These events are a tradition, upon completing a mission successfully,” she continued further, “This is a good opportunity to meet others, informally, if you wish to.”

|Lt., j.g. T’Mor, Chief Science Officer|

It was odd that a Vulcan was not fully in control of their emotions. It was very unusual for a full Vulcan to have this much emotion. He did not want to say anything but he just found it odd. He also noticed T’Mor was attractive but he knew she was married. He was not going to say anything but he was allowed to notice things such as that. He then responded to T’Mor, “I have been to a number of post mission get together after a mission but it seems everyone was extra happy after this one. Just different to me.” Ciaran knew what wenr on during the last mission and was glad the species was saved. He smiled at T’Mor and waited to see if she had anything else to say.

Lt. Cmdr. Donoghuei Executive Officer

Buckingham shuffled over to the pair and wait to make his introductions to the XO.

Ensign Thomas Buckingham Medical Officer

luna had been watching the stranger for a while only approaching when Buckingham did. She stayed well out of arms reach of the stranger thow. She gave both T’mor and Buckingham a smile and nod.

ensign Luna

With the growing group T’Mor decided introductions were in order.

“Commander,” she said, “This is Ensign Thomas Buckingham, Medical, and Ensign Luna, Security.”

|Lt., j.g. T’Mor, Chief Science Officer|

Ciaran was not expecting T’Mor to take charge here but he was excited that she did. He always loved initiative from an officer, especially a department head. He then responded, “It is nice to meet you Thomas and Luna. I am not sure if ranks are needed right now as this is a relaxed situation. But it is good to meet you two and I look forward to working with both of you. I hope everyone is enjoying themselves after the mission.” He then stuck out his hand to shake hands with both of them.

Lt. Cmdr. Donoghuei Executive Officer

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