Posted by Ensign MaQmlgh (Engineering Officer) in Chief Engineer going on Break Mess Hall -Everyone’s welcome

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket (Chief Engineer Officer) in Chief Engineer going on Break Mess Hall -Everyone’s welcome

Posted by Captain Ciaran Donoghuei (Commanding Officer) in Chief Engineer going on Break Mess Hall -Everyone’s welcome
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Ciaran walked into the Mess Hall after the end of a shift. He noticed a busy mess hall. He was curious of what all was going on but he liked to observe and not bother folks outside of work. He knew folks could do what they wanted and wanted to leave it at that. He walked up to the bar and took a seat. He wanted something to drink but he wanted to see if anyone would approach him to have a discussion. He enjoyed talking but he wanted his crew to be relaxed to speak with him outside of being on duty. He continued to monitor the room and just passively listen.

Capt. Donoghuei
Commanding Officer

Alex looked around and saw the captain. He looked at the others. “I’ll be right back.” He said to the others. Alex stood up and walked over to the captain. “Hello captain. Would you like to join us on over there?” He asked the captain.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket
Chief Engineer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

Ciaran looked up and saw his chief engineer Alex and responded, “Thank you Alex, I will be happy to join you all. I did not want to bother you all or anything.” Ciaran grabbed his drink and stood up. He waited for Alex to lead the way so he could go over and speak with everyone.

Capt. Donoghuei
Commanding Officer

Alex shows the captain the way. “Captain. It wouldn’t have been a bother. I know as a captain you didn’t want to be interfere. But it’s okay. We’re one happy family. So it’s okay to interrupt on occasion.” Alex said to Ciaran.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket
Chief Engineer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

Maq saw the watched as the Captain sat down. He took another swig of his prune juice and stood and said, “Sir, I am Ensign Maqmlgh one of the new engineers under Lieutenant Becket.” Maq’s demeanor was that of a proud warrior from a distinct lineage.

Maqmlgh, Engineer

Hayley gave a nod of acknowledgement to the Captain before responding to T’Shura’s question. “I did, yes. I felt I needed to broaden my skill set so I returned to Earth to complete a fellowship in Internal Medicine. It seems the only thing I enjoy more than being in space is studying. Do you have any special interests you like to pursue?”

Lt. JG Hayley Marshall CMO

T’Shura was about to answer when her comm buzzed,
^=^Bridge to Commander T’Shura you have a personal comm call from the Vulcan High Command.^=^
^=^T’Shura here, thank you bridge, please route it to my office. T’Shura out.^=^
T’Shura rose, “My apologies, Doctor. Perhaps we can continue this conversation at another time. Captain, Chief, Ensign, if you will excuse me.” She rose gracefully from the table, taking her tray which she disposed off in the replicator before making her way out.

“No of course Commander. Take care.” He said.

After following the Lt to the table, he was greeted by the new Klingon engineer. He had not had a chance to meet Magmlgh yet so this would be nice. Ciaran was aware of the traditions of the Klingons on not shacking hands so Ciaran did not reach out to shake his hand. Instead, he did the traditional new meeting for a Klingon by doing the traditional Klingon saluting which involves slapping your right hand on your left shoulder and forming a fist. Ciaran wanted to seem more engaged in traditions of his crew and hopefully it would make them be more relaxed. After doing the Klingon salute, he then said, “Welcome to the Ark Angel. I hope you are fitting in and getting your barrings straight with everything both from an engineering standpoint and living on the Ark Angel. Feel free to ask me anything anytime, I want to be approachable, especially when not on duty.” He then nodded at the CMO and the CE after speaking to Magmlgh.

Capt. Donoghuei
Commanding Officer

Commander T’Shura XO

Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket
Chief Engineer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

Rikia smiled warmly, inclining her head in greeting as more crewmembers joined them for lunch. Her purple eyes flickered with quiet curiosity, taking in their body language, attire, and subtle social cues. She had remained mostly an observer until now, preferring to listen and absorb before contributing.

Finally, she straightened slightly, folding her blue-feathered wings neatly behind her as she spoke. “It is a pleasure to meet all of you,” she said, her voice smooth and measured, carrying the practiced grace of a seasoned diplomat. “I look forward to learning about each of you—your cultures, traditions, and beliefs. There is no greater privilege than understanding the perspectives of those we serve alongside.”

Her gaze lingered briefly on the Klingon officer, then shifted to the others with equal attentiveness. Rikia had been trained from a young age to value diplomacy, but she also understood that true connection came not from formality, but from genuine interest.

Tilting her head slightly, she added with a touch of lightheartedness, “After all, what is a starship but a meeting place of infinite stories, each one unique?”

She settled back into quiet observation, listening intently as the conversation flowed, ever the diplomat eager to understand the people who now formed her new world aboard the USS Ark Angel.

Ensign Rakia

Hayley tilted her head slightly to one side considering Ens. Rakia’s statement. “What a lovely thought that is,” She replied.

Lt. JG Hayley Marshall CMO

Bump

Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket
Chief Engineer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

MaQ sat and listened to what everyone was talking about. Trying to get to know people and fit in was one thing the academy counselor told him to work on. As he drank his prune juice, he continued to watch and listen.

MaQmlgh, Engineer

“Ensign MaQmlgh. How are you liking the Ark Angel?” Becket asked. Thinking that it would be time to have his two junior officers promoted eventually.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket
Chief Engineer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

“I am liking it just fine Sir.” MaQ replied after replenishing his drink and continued with, I am looking forward to seeing the training programs on the holodeck to hone my Bath’leth skills.”

Ciaran was curious if everything was alright with T’Shura but he knew she would let him know. Also, she was Vulcan so should would be alright with the suppression of emotions. He then continued to listen to Alex to see what he got as a response from MaQmlgh. He wanted to make sure everyone was fitting in and liking the AA so far.

Capt. Donoghuei
Commanding Officer

Alex looked at Ciaran. “Captain. I may only be the Chief Engineer. But I might say, try to talk to the commander. See how she is. Maybe even you know, as a friendly gesture, a friendly drink before anything. You never know what may happen.” Alex suggested to Ciaran.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Alex Becket
Chief Engineer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

Maqmlgh, Engineer

While the officers were still chatting the Captain’s comm badge chirped, =^=Commander T’Shura to Captain Donoghuei, may I have a moment of your time, sir?=^=.

Commander T’Shura XO