Posted by Civilian Revna Freya McKenzie (Diplomatic Attache) in A Meal, A Hearth, A Home

Posted by Captain Alexander Cochrane (Commanding Officer) in A Meal, A Hearth, A Home

The diplomatic wing of the station was on the opposite end of the station as the Ambassador Hotel. Revna thought that was very strange, since many of the guests the Ambassador hosted were given rooms at the hotel. But what did she know about star base design? Not a lot. She’d gotten in touch with Krissy, and the very eager intern was currently making sure their stuff was transferred quickly and quietly from the hotel to their quarters in the diplomatic wing. She’d slipped on a calf length skirt and off the shoulder peasant blouse. And with a wink at Mike, high heel strappy sandals because she needed to learn to move faster in them.

She tucked her hand into Mike’s elbow as they walked, even with the heels, she was still shorter than him, and she liked it. They had to walk the entire station to get there, and though she was eager to get there with him, she was enjoying the walk as well.

Revna ‘Move in with me?’ McKenzie

The walk was a slow and languid one, with small talk and idle chatter… and Mike loved it. They caught glances and whispers every now and then, but no one approached them. As they reached the diplomat’s area, a Star Fleet Security officer stood at the turbolifts. “ID, please?” he asked politely. Mike pulled his Federation ID out and handed it Revna to hand to the guard. “Is that a necessity, or for show?” he asked softly to Revna with a small nod towards the guy.

Mike ‘I’m Packing Now’ McKenzie

Revna took out her ID and, along with Mike’s, passed them to the guard. Revan glanced at Mike and shrugged, answering just as softly, “I have no idea.” The guard looked at both IDs and glanced back at them. Then he half turned, “Hey, Frallugh, hand me that package for McKenzie.” He held out his hand to the other man and took a large stuffed envelope from him and handed it to Revna along with their IDs. “New IDs are in there, along with some other items.” He stepped to the side and gave Mike ‘the nod.’ “Mostly necessity, but we do put on a good show if need be, Mr McKenzie. Congratulations to you both. Turbolift is to starboard, deck 3, all the way at the end. Family quarters, Ma’am.”

Mike nodded at the officer and said “Uh… thanks?” and he stepped into the lift with Revna. “Uh… so just exactly what do they mean by ‘Family Quarters’? If we get there and they’ve got a baby in there, I’m out.” he said in mock firmness.

She laughed, “Here I have no idea, but if it’s like standard fleet quarters it means a large combined living-workspace, one bathroom and two bedrooms. Not anything too outrageous. And if there is a baby in there you can sing it to sleep.”

Revna looked surprised, she hadn’t expected that. The information Krissy had given her included a letter stating that there had been a change, but she hadn’t thought too much about it. Krissy had said the Ambassador had insisted. She took makes hand again and passed by the security desk, taking a right and heading for the lift. It stopped on deck 3, and they walked all the way to the end. The deck, here, seemed pretty empty and the room spaced out more than she expected. 3211, all the way at the end. Revna palmed the lock and the door opened to a space much larger than she was expected for herself. But it had plenty of room for the idea she had.
Revna ‘family?????’ McKenzie

The quarters were a large apartment. A small hallway led into a large living room with floor to ceiling windows looking out over the larger docking bays. The Manhattan was clearly visible from their view. A holo-fire place was all that interrupted the flow of transparent aluminium form one side of the room to the other. Large couches and chairs graced the living area. To the left, a bar separated kitchen form living area. Two replicators and all the necessities for actual cooking were provided, as well as food storage. To the right of the living room was another hall. First door on the left was a bedroom. First on the right bathroom. Further down the hall it turned to the right. At the corner on the left, another bedroom. But at the end of the hall was the master bedroom and bath. The bedroom was large and had a raised section where sat a very large bed. The head of the bed sat across the far left corner of the room, where viewing walls looked out into space, and the foot of the bed faced the door. A vanity and several large dressers sat against the non-transparent walls, and a there were several walk-in closest to the right of the door from the hall. Another door to the far right led them into the master bath. Walk-in combination sonic / hydro shower, toilet, his and hers sinks below a wall sized mirror, and truly impressive sized soaking tub made up the furnishings in a large space with high ceilings.

Revna walked through the apartment each space adding to her surprise. This was huge and permanant. Not just a place to stay when she was here, where she could store things, but where they lived. The kitchen…an actual kitchen, where she could cook, which she hadn’t had the opportunity to do in years. The fireplace was probably her favorite feature of the whole area. Until they got to the master bedroom. It was luxurious, and her first thought was the bed was big enough Mike’s feet wouldn’t hang off the end. The thought made her laugh to herself.

As they walked back out, Mike’s mouth was hanging open. “Rev… hon… what is it exactly you did to get this gig?” he asked with a mischievous grin.

Mike “I Think We Can Make This Work” McKenzie

She turned taking it in and then picked up the packet and dumped the contents finding a letter from S’Tek. Okay, so it wasn’t a mistake. She put the PaDD down where Mike could read it later if he wanted. She glanced at him and grinned, “During the interview I made a Vulcan apologize for his lack of logic, a Klingon cry, and an Andorian apologize for offending me.”

Then there was a blue swirl and their things from the hotel appeared in the middle of the living area.
Revna ‘I’m gonna have to work to earn this place’ McKenzie

Mike looked around and was visible stunned. “Rev… I’ve never seen a place like this before… not on a station in the literal middle of nowhere.” He looked at the packet contents and picked up the letter and read it… then read it again.

“Uh, honey? Did you read all of this letter from your boss? Or did you skim again to just get the high points?” and he chuckled.

Mike ‘They Want Me To What?’ McKenzie

She was as stunned as he was. This was…ridiculous. She sat down on the couch, slipping the heels off and looked around, again. She knew what her job was, the responsibility, the autonomy and ‘power’ as some would say, that went with it. She knew it was high profile, but it hadn’t really sunk in....until now. “Ummm I read the first paragraph to make sure the room was correct and figured I’d read the rest later. I’m supposed to be on my honeymoon, remember. Why?” She turned to look at him. Something in the tone of his voice getting her attention.
Revna ‘what now?’ McKenzie

“Yeah… should kept reading. ‘As the quarters are designed for the entertainment and mingling of potential dignitaries, it is expected that you will plan and host events in the space at times. As your duties will have you spending much time off-station… ” and he cleared his throat for dramatic effect, “…it is approved that your husband will do the same in your absences. We look forward to having you blah blah blah…” and he looked at Revna.

“These people better like beer, whiskey, and punk; dammit.”

Mike ‘Party Planner To The Stars’ McKenzie

Revna didn’t say a word, but there was a cold burn spreading through her. She slipped the shoes back on, stood up, took the PaDD and read it, several times. She spoke low under her breath, she was pissed…”Dunga veslingr. Arka vargdropi. Nidingr bakrauf. Eldhusfifl vamr. (good for nothing loathsome person being the only one safe to translate).” She took a deep breath. “Don’t unpack anything.” She turned towards the door smacking her combadge, “Computer where is Ambassador S’Tek?” The name could have been a curse for all the lack of elegance she gave it.”
Revna ‘He does NOT work for you’ McKenzie

Mike blurted out “Computer stop!” and he looked at Revna. “Easy there, hun. Take a breath.” and he put his hands on her shoulders and turned her to face him.

“Listen. Let me tell you something… if I had a big concert to play… like Federation President big… and my back up singer quit and I was stuck and had to have someone there right then… I know you’d put that a%% in a sequined dress and six-inch heels and you’d sing your new lungs out to help me. So? Why should I do any less for you? Besides… I can be oh so very charming when I need to be. So let me do this for you. And you know I’ll make you look good, dammit.”

He smiled broadly at her and said “Love, Rev… thats what we do. We love each other and back each up… no matter what needs to be done.”

Mike ‘Easy Boo, We Got This’ McKenzie