Posted by Lieutenant T’Leia (Chief Science Officer) in Mess Hall for a break -Everyones Welcome-

Posted by Colonel Jaxon “Hawk” Hammond (Commander, Air Group (CAG)) in Mess Hall for a break -Everyones Welcome-

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall (Chief of Security) in Mess Hall for a break -Everyones Welcome-
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While she left the bridge to go to the mess Hall, the turbolift doors had then swooshed wide open for her. She stepped in. “Mess Hall.” She said with a little bit of gratitude. The turbolift doors had then swooshed themselves closed. The turbolift had then started to move as she stood there with a smile on her face. The lift had then stopped at the destination of Hall’s and swooshed it’s doors wide open. She had then later stepped off from the turbolift as it closed behind her. She then walked to the mess Hall. The doors slid open for her to walk in. She then walked into the mess Hall and went to the replicator. “Banana Split.” She ordered. The replicator had then replicated her Banana Split that she ordered. She had then grabbed it and found a open seat to sit at and started to eat it slowly. Hall also had a pad on her which was her book and she sat there eating and reading.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

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Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

Kils trotted in like she was glued to Hammonds right leg, she sniffed the air with excitement. Hammond moved to the replictors, made himself a turkey club sandwitch, salad and a glass of water. He also replicated a large bowl of water for Kilo. “Lets find a seat shall we” he said looking down at Kilo, moving through the room, he recognized the Chief of Security from her file. “Mind if Kilo and I join you Lieutenant?” he asked. The Malinois eyes drifted to the lieutenant, as if she was also waiting for and answer.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 77th Air-Ground Task Foce “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

She looked up with a smile. “Please have a seat Colonel Hammond is it?” She said nodding. “I’ve heard some good things about you and your taskforce.” She said.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

“Thank you Lieutenant on both counts” he said setting the dog bowl on the floor. “Break Time” he said releasing Kilo to do what she wanted. “I’ve taken a look at your department, you run a tight team. ” he said taking a seat across the table from her.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 77th Air-Ground Task Foce “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“That is if I had a team. I’m the only one in the department no junior officers. But I do try my hardest to keep my department from sinking.” She said. “But I do run a tight team.” She added

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

T’Leia had completed her check in with the CSO/XO and afterward she had gone into the Science Labs to meet the crew there and get a sense of the place. Her first official shift did not start until the morning and she was feeling hungry so she headed down to the Mess Hall.
After she had entered she glanced around to familiarize herself with the layout and the crew that was within. Her eyes lit upon some type of animal that appeared to be with an enlisted officer and she studied it curiously for a moment before heading over to the counter to collect a chicken salad and tea.

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Melanie sees T’Leia and offers her to sit down with them.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

OOC: Just a small note, Hammond is not enlisted ;) he is a Colonel which is the same rank as Captain. He commands all the marines on the ship :)

OOC: Ah thank you. The ranks can confuse me:)

IC:
Hammond smiled “Dicipline and training, that’s the key to a well oiled team” he add. “How long have you been on the ship Lieutenant?” Hammon asked then took a drink of water and a bite of his club. Kilo lapped at the water eagerly. The sound of her collar clanking on the side of the bowl.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 77th Air-Ground Task Foce “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

She looked at him and pondered. “I’ve been on the ship for about 3 maybe 4 months I don’t know. I don’t really keep track of how long I’ve been on board. Just help where I’m needed, have my security team do rounds on each and every deck on board along with myself and then back to the bridge. So I don’t really keep track.” She said looking at the Colonel.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

T’Leia quietly took a seat at the invitation and sipped her tea before she started in on her salad.

Lt. T’Leia CSO

OOC: No worries I’m working with the CO to get some space to lay things out for refrence.

IC:

“Hello Leiutenant T’Leia, write? we have not had a chance to meet, Colonol Hammond it’s nice to meet you” he said laying a hand on Kilo’s head,” And this is Kilo” he noted “The Leiutenant and I were just talking about how long we have been on board, My self I’ve not been her long came on at DS9, you?” he asked

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 77th Air-Ground Task Foce “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

Bump

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

“Fascinating creature,” T’Leia said with a nod in response. “Yes, I am Lt T’Leia, Chief Science Officer and I just came aboard as well. I guess we all will need to familiarize ourselves with the ship. Though I imagine that you, Colonel will learn it faster then we will given your companion.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

“A pleasure lieutenant, ” he looked at Kilo who was not resting quietly. “Sometimes I think she’s smarter than I am” he noted. “I was facinated when they first announced the Chimira, so I have been studying her for quite some time now, if you have questions please don’t hesitate to ask.” he said eating some of his meal

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 77th Air-Ground Task Foce “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

Melanie smiled gently as she looked between the lieutenant and Kilo. “Well, she certainly acts like she knows what’s going on,” she remarked with a soft chuckle, watching the creature. “That kind of intelligence is rare… and impressive.”

Her gaze shifted back to the officer, interest lighting up in her expression. “I appreciate that. The Chimera’s systems are unlike anything I’ve served on before—it’s not every day you find yourself aboard a ship designed with such… intentional adaptability.” She paused, then added sincerely, “So I might take you up on that offer. I’ve got a few questions brewing already.”

T’Leia arched an eyebrow curiously, “Intentional adaptability?” She repeated as she continued to eat her salad.

Lt. T’Leia CSO

She took a small bite from her tray, then leaned slightly forward, curious. “If you’ve been studying her for a while, what would you say is the most overlooked feature of the Chimera?”

Hammond thought about that a moment. “Since it’s a carrier it’s no surprised that there are so many aircraft onboard, but there is also a battalion of marines on board ready to engage at a moments notice.” he said a hint of pride in his voice.

“Do tell me Colonel, what was your interest on board the Chimera?” She asked the colonel. Hall looked confused and wasn’t sure what to say afterwards.

“Well it’s a dreadnaught, so it’s scope fascinated me the moment I saw it,” he paused he looked at her with some interest. “If your asking why i’m here, I was ordered here, but I’m pleased with the assignment.” he smiled. “How about you?” he asked then then took another bite of his food.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

Bump

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“For me? I ended up requesting to be here. Starfleet approved my request and brought a shuttle out here with me on it and here I am. I was head of security at headquarters. I noticed that the ship needed a head of security. I went and talked to the admiral at command and requested I’d be transfered here and he approved it.”

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

“Always nice to get to choose where we go,” he responded. “What about you Lieutenant” he asked the Chief Science Officer. Hammond reach down and scratched Kilo’s ears giving them a little tug every now and them. Kilo’s eyes rolled back in her head as she started letting out little grunts.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“Yes sir. That it is.” She replied back to Colonel Hammond about her reasoning.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

T’Leia blinked for a moment, realizing her mind had drifted. “My posting here was a surprise actually. I was stationed at the Planetia Science Academy for a number of years before my first ship duty on the Montgomery. That was a significantly smaller ship but I enjoyed the scientific missions. I was surprised when I got my orders for the Chimera, it is not the type of ship I would have applied for but my Captain from the Montgomery put my name in here. He felt I needed to ‘broaden my horizons’, as he put it. I must admit, it is an interesting ship though I am not sure how much biological surveys we will be doing, which is my forte.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

“Broaden your horizons, huh? I haven’t heard that since leaving Starfleet Command. Although, that sounds nice having a first posting on a smaller vessel.” She replied.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

“Being posted on a small ship was satisfying. It was predictable and orderly. I must say I find the Chimera a bit more difficult to settle into. There is a significantly larger crew.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Hammond smiled he was used to larger numbers, it really required you to rely on everyone to be doing what they were supposed to and all the needed information be distributed correctly. “I tis a bit of a dance, it’s really about good clear SOP’s” he noted.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

Bump

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

T’Leia nodded, “That is logical.” T’Leia said as she sipped her tea.

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Hammond took a sip off his drink and looked around the room. “She really is an amazing piece of engineering?” he noted. “So what do you all like to do on your spare time, Kilo and I,” Kilo’s head turned to looked at Hammond as her name was said. Realizing that she was not getting tasked she laid her head back down with a grunt. “Love to go jogging on miami beach in the morning, we watch the sun rise play in the water its a great way to start the day.” he noted.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“I honestly don’t know. If I had anything or anyone, I would be on date with someone. But I’m chilling here or in my quarters.” She said.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

Hammond looked at her, his eyes showed recognition. “I’m afraid I understand that all too well, seems I have missed the boat on the dating thing, I’m practically one step to a walker, and a retirement home. ” he said with a laugh. It certainly was an exaggeration, Hammond looked like he was in better shape than most 20 year olds. Placing his hand down on Kilo’s head. “Kilo will have to do” he said

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

She thought to herself. Dang.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

T’Leia arched an eyebrow in surprise. “It is not like you are old and decrepit. You look as if you are in fine health. Why should that preclude you finding a partner or companion if you wish to? Do humans not live well into their second decade past one hundred now? I do not mean to pry but age should not preclude such a thing. My father is well into his second century and has recently partnered again after being alone when my mother passed early.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

He loved how direct people of Vulcan decent were, it was refreshing, with his responsibilities it was more a matter of time and duty than anything else, he was overly career focused and had yet to find someone who was willing to put up with it and or could move that his pace. “As you say Lieutenant, I am in very good shape, it was a light way of saying that it’s hard for me. ” he noted. “I hope I do find someone one day, I work so much I’ve never found the time to date” he said smiling warmly at her.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“Ah, my apology then. I took your comment too literally. It seems to be a failing that I have.” She seemed as if she might be a bit embarrassed though her coloring did not change as a humans would to indicate this, but she did take a quick drink of her tea.

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Hammond could sense she was a little embarrassed maybe, he did not know if Vulcan’s could feel such a thing, they always seemed so collected. He envied them,” No you interpreted just fine Lieutenant, I’m afraid my sense of humor may be a bit.” he paused for a moment .”Dry” he said with a final laugh. “How about you Lieutenant T’Leia, what do you do with your spare time?” he asked

Kilo sat up and stuck her snout under his hand, kicking up on top of her head. Hammond did not miss a beat and started scratching her head behind the ears. “errrrrummmph” the guttural joy sound escaped Kilo, it was clear it was something she enjoyed.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

T’Leia watched the animal’s enjoyment for a moment before answering, it was the first time she had personally observed such an animal that was a pet in its natural environment. She found it fascinating, she had had no idea they could be demonstrative.
She blinked and returned her attention to the Colonel.
“My spare time? I read Science Journals usually or work on Science papers myself.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

He watched as she observed Kilo, and smiled at her response. “Would you like to pet her?” he asked, one of Kilo’s eyes looked her direction with some curiosity as the other enjoy the ear scratch, she’s very friendly unless I tell her not to be.”

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

T’Leia blinked, her only outward show of surprise at the suggestion. “I have never petted an animal before.” She admitted. “How would I do so? I am not sure that I as a stranger reaching to pet would be very advisable.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Hammond smiled this would be interesting, he found petting the dog very soothing and she was certainly hard to resist, she was such a lover when she was not working. “Kilo, ” he said, her Eyes locker on to his like they had activated a beam. “Lieutenant T a LEa” he said hoping he had said it correctly, and pointing at her, “Wants to say high, go say hello” and with that she shot off like a bullet around the table to get to the Lieutenant, in a blink of an eye her snout scooped up under T’Leia’s hand causing to rest between her ears. Here eyes stared at the Lieutenant anticipating the scratches to come. “Urhmmmmf” she grumbled her brown eyes looking at her pleeding for her to start he tail swishing back and for rapidly smackin the leg of the table like a drumstick.

T’Leia blinked in surprise again and almost held her breath at the animal’s behaviour. Fascinating, she thought. The dog did seem to really want to be petted. Her eyes locked with Kilo’s as she began to scratch her fingers through the fur. She gained confidence as the animal seemed to like it and her ears were so soft she couldn’t help running her fingers through them as well.

Hammond watched with some amusement.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“Fascinating,” She said as she looked up at Jaxon. “I had wondered why people wanted to keep animals as they would seem to be a lot of work. I think I see the reason why now, she has her own personality doesn’t she?”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Hammond smiled warmly. “Oh you have no idea” he said, kilo side eyed him innocently and leaded into the scratch, the moment T’Leia’s hand would try and move away she would lift her snout insistently trying to scoop her hand back toward her ears.

Hammond laughed a little. “If you are a jogger, you should come with us one morning, watching her on the beach is. ” he paused. “Just short of amazing”

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“On the holodeck? A walk on a beach might be… relaxing.”

Lt. T’Leia CSO

“That sounds nice if only I had time to go on the Holodeck and do something like that.” She said.

Lieutenant Junior Grade Melanie Hall
U.S.S. Chimera
Chief of Security

Hammond smiled at the both of them, you are welcome anytime. 05:00 is when we start i normally go for a long run but I could tone it down to a nice walk for a day,” hammond looked at Kilo. T’Leia seemed to be enjoying the her companionship. He checked the time, he needed to do a check on the flight deck before he settled down for the evening. He took and another sip of water and was close to finishing his food.

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)

“I usually do my physical activity requirement at that time, I will come by in the morning then. Do you wear casual clothing for this exercise?” She sat back in her chair then to finish her own meal and tea, for a Vulcan she seemed pretty perceptive to nuances.

Lt. T’Leia CSO

Hammond smiled. “I do, standard PT shorts and Tshirt, It’s around 26c (79f) on Miami beach that time of morning.” he was rather enjoying the company, he did not have much time to socialize so this was a nice treat. He too finished up his meal “Kilo, Heal” Kilo looked over at him, her hug tongue found the Lieutenants face, licking it several times before she took off and rested again at Hammonds side.

“If you two will excuse me, I have a few rounds to make before I head to observation for some reading. ” he said took his tray and looked at them both, “can I take your trays?” he asked?

Colonel Jaxon ‘Hawk’ Hammond
Commander 7th Marine Expeditionary Unit “Iron Valkyries” (CAG)