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“My twin sister would probably hug your neck for saying that, Counselor. She always said we were twins in birth only.” and he laughed. Cochrane leaned back and looked at her for a few moments. “Maybe someone should counsel the Counselor sometimes. Even doctors need doctors. That being said… My door is always open to anyone on board who needs to speak to me for whatever reason. That goes for you too, Lieutenant. I’m no Counselor, but I am the Executive Officer of this ship. You are part of our crew, that means your well-being is my responsibility. If you ever need to speak, please don’t hesitate to come see me.”

“Ah, Twins. They can either be the most identical of people or the most antithesis,” A genial nature hung within her words. She had met several pairs of twins in her life, but had never really found one pair that was as identical as people like to claim they were. Often one was different by looks or by personality, almost as if one was ice and the other was fire. Then, sometimes they were somewhat alike, but never the same. She assumed that was what gave them their individuality, despite coming from same sack or the same womb, during the same period of time. Shaking her head, she rid her mind of the thought. “Thank you, Commander.” There was a genuine gratitude in her voice, “It is very much appreciated.”

Glancing down at the PaDD, she saw no reason as to why the commander would be unfit for duty. Lowering her stylus, she signed him off. “You are hereby cleared as fit for duty, Commander. Well, if you didn’t already know.”

“Always to good to have it official, Counselor. I appreciate your time. Do you need me for anything else?”

“Well.. if you could manage to get that Fleet Captain of ours down here, anytime soon, that would be wonderful.” She smiled, amusedly. “But, otherwise, no. You are free to go.”

Cochrane smiled and dramatically wiped his brow. “Whew! Thought it would never end.” he said with a grin, and then stood up and extended his hand to the Counselor. “Thank you again, Counselor. Welcome aboard.”

Roux had to hold herself from laughter, but the amusement was clear within her gaze. Rising to her feet, in order to be able to return his handshake, she shook his hand, grinning. “Thank you, Commander. Have a wonderful evening.”

OOC: For the love of all holy roaches please dont forget to snip!

GM CockRoach