Posted by Lieutenant Helena Laursen (Helm/Navigation Officer) in Side Sim- Lunar Lounge- Discoveries and Enlightenments

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Alexander Stewart (Chief Armory Officer) in Side Sim- Lunar Lounge- Discoveries and Enlightenments

Posted by Commander Natalia Ivanka Petrenkov (Executive Officer/Chief Science Officer) in Side Sim- Lunar Lounge- Discoveries and Enlightenments
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It had been a long shift and Natalia had been working hard to try to get to know some of the crew. She wanted to use the 2 months as wisely as possible. It was going to be some time before they reached their destination. The perfect opportunity for a new joiner to get up to speed. She made her way from her Office in the Science labs down to the lounge on deck G. She hummed and almost skipped as she went.

I’m leavin’ you woman.
Before I commit a crime

She sang quietly as she went. Nodding to passers by. It wasn’t long before she arrived in the lounge. She looked around and was slightly disappointed to see that there weren’t many people around. She sighed slightly but grabbed a meal and a glass of iced tea. She then chose a seat at an empty table and ate smiling to herself. She had finally made it onto a starship. It felt like her career was just beginning.

Command Natalia Petrenkov XO/CSO

It was not long before a tall, lanky (seemingly all elbows and knees) man with a boyish look, short hair with a pronounced widow’s peak came in. It was more like he came skidding to a stop in the galley and looked around at the few there. Focusing on Natalia he made a beeline to her. “Dobriy vecher,” he said as a typical Russian greeting, then added a quick “Sir.” He bore the rank of Ensign. He continued in English which was rather thickly accented. “I heard that another of my countrymen is aboard. I am pleased to meet you. I am Sasha. Sasha Gagarin. Engineer.” His words came tumbling out and he stood as though breathless for Natalia to speak.
- Sasha, Gagarin, NE Eng

Natalia looked up as the Ensign approached and she smiled when he spoke.
“Ah, a fellow countryman. Privet, kak dela?. Nice to meet you Sasha. Please take a seat.” She said gesturing to a chair at the table.

Alexander had only had chances for quick bites in the galley since boarding so he was relieved to actually find some time to enjoy a leisurely meal. He entered the galley and noted a few officers present, including the XO who he didn’t think he’d had the pleasure of meeting yet. He nodded to the pair as he made his way over to the galley where he was pleased to find an old fashioned dish of shepherds pie with fresh buns. He eagerly took a large helping with a cup of coffee and turned to look for a seat.

~Lt. Commander Alexander Stewart CAO

Natalia was about to speak to the Ensign when she noticed Alexander.
“Please, Commander feel free to join us.” She stated with a smile.

Commander Natalia Petrenkov, XO/CSO

“Ah thank ye, Commanderr.” Stewart said with his Scottish brogue. He approached the table and set down his tray before sliding into the seat. Picking up his coffee he took a good slug before looking at the others around the table. “It is a pleasurre to finally meet ye, Commander. How are ye finding the ship so farr?” He asked as he broke his bun in half and using his fork to put some shephards pie onto his bun before taking a bite.

~Lt. Commander Alexander Stewart CAO

Natalia smiled at Alexander. She had made the time to look through the files of the senior staff, Alexander’s had been lengthy and impressive.
“And you Commander.” She replied taking a bite of her lasagne.
“She’s a fine ship and my first ship assignment. The waiting list has been...... long to say the least. Have you been onboard long Commander?”

Helena entered the lounge moving toward the beverage dispenser. She only wanted hot water as she had brought her own tea - turmeric. Grey or Marceau would have her head and her commission which was why she wasn’t telling. Unless it got worse. Could it be stress? She didn’t think so.

She removed the cup and made her way to the small table where the chef kept sugar and honey and such for coffee and tea. She gently submerged the teabag in the water and then added a drop of honey.

While her tea steeped, Helena glanced around. It was busier than normal this time of night, but she was glad to see the small gathering engaging with each other.

Lt. Laursen, Helm/Navigation Officer

Natalia saw movement out of the corner of her eye and glanced around. She noticed Lt Laursen and beckoned her over.
“Ahh, Leftenant, please come and join us.” She stated with a smile, opting to use the British version of the rank.

Commander Natalia Petrenkov XO/CSO