Posted by Captain Alex Becket (Commanding Officer) in Side Sim: 17/18 Forward Lounge

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Alex Cross (Chief Counselor) in Side Sim: 17/18 Forward Lounge
Lieutenant Alex Cross stepped through the doors of the 17/18 Forward Lounge and paused for a moment to take in the atmosphere.

The lounge was alive with the familiar rhythm of shipboard life. Conversations drifted between tables, punctuated by the occasional laugh, while the panoramic view beyond the forward windows offered a breathtaking display of stars streaking past at warp. It was one of the few places aboard where officers and crew could set aside duty rosters and departmental responsibilities for a little while and simply be themselves.

Dressed in his duty uniform, Cross made his way toward the replicator and ordered a cup of chicory coffee, a small reminder of home. As the steaming mug materialized, he offered a polite nod to a few crew members he recognized before selecting a table with a clear view of both the lounge and the stars beyond.

Settling into his chair, the counselor wrapped both hands around the warm mug and allowed himself a rare moment of quiet reflection. His attention drifted between the passing starfield and the crew around him, always observant, always listening, though tonight there was no particular agenda behind it.

For now, he was simply another officer enjoying a few moments away from the demands of duty.

Alex took a sip of his coffee and relaxed into his seat, content to see where the evening might lead.

CNS Alex Cross

Becket walked in and sighed. He didn’t think that the last mission was going to be as long as it did. He saw the counselor sitting by himself and thought to him should I go talk to him?. He thought. So he went ahead and sat down. “Counselor.” He said looking at Cross. Drinking some brandy from the replicator.

Captain Alex Becket
Commanding Officer
U.S.S. Ark Angel

Ollie wandered into the lounge and glanced around to see the level of activity. He had finished up his most recent shift and was excited to have some down time. He made his way over to one of the replicators and pondered what he would get for a moment. It had been awhile since he had treated himself and decided that today was a good time.

Addressing the replicator he said, “Peanut butter milkshake with whipped cream, a spoon and a straw please.”

A few seconds later the sweet treat appeared and he grabbed it with a smile. Turning around and taking a closer look at who was around he saw the counselor and captain conversing at one of the tables. He made his way over as he took a sip from his milkshake.

“Counselor, Captain, I hope you both are doing well,” he said nodding to the two other officers.

Lieutenant Commander Ezeami - COS