Posted by Lieutenant Tal Abara (Senior Researcher (Cognitive Science)) in [Arrival] - Hope is a Thing With.. Claws.

Posted by Civilian Cerenity (Luna’s daughter) in [Arrival] - Hope is a Thing With.. Claws.

Posted by Lieutenant Tal Abara (Senior Researcher (Cognitive Science)) in [Arrival] - Hope is a Thing With.. Claws.
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“Who could ignore an opportunity to see the fish?” Tal mused, mirth poisoning her tone like a bucket of rainbow glitter thrust onto a rusty wrench. “Especially with the resident affishianado?”

“You know..” Tal rubbed her chin, eyebrows taunt, and contemplated Cerenity’s question. “I don’t believe I did.” Her features softened at the sight of her bracelet. “Was this a gift form your Papa?” She inquired, softly.

Elapsing into silence, Tal paused by the turbolift and gestured Cerenity to enter first.

– Tal Abara, an old friend

No this was from my grandpa Mr Lazol he’s is the chife science officer on this ship he’s also a faringei, you know they have really sensitive ears and are obsessed with sumthing called profit. Apparently female aren’t treated equal in there society ethereal. Its kinda strange” she said without much thought.
Cerenity

“Every culture is different, Cerenity.” Tal smiled, softly. “What seems strange to us is custom and often of great value to others. We may not agree and we may not like it, but the least we can do is respect it, hmm?” She spoke with a tender hum tinging her voice. She knew Cerenity didn’t mean harm by her words – she was just a child – but she feared a little carelessness might get her into trouble… with the wrong person. “Mr Lazol sounds like an interesting person.”

” he is mommy did not like him at first, then again mommy doesn’t trust anyone i with i know why its make no sense” cerenity said.

“Mothers are masters at protecting their babies.” Her shoulders softened enough to mirror relaxation, but against all strive, Tal could never escape the hypervigilance engrained into her disposition. “I’m sure she was just trying to keep to you safe.”

” your not going to start treating me like a baby to are you. I might only be four but im way smarter then a baby” she said. The point Tal was make was lost on her.

“You’re right,” Tal smiled. “I’m sorry, you don’t deserve to be treated like a baby. How would you like to be treated?”

” I’m a big girl, I can make my own choices and think myself. I wish other people saw that. Its frustrating being considered a little kid and being smart. Sometimes I wish I was like other kids” she said quietly.

Tal slowed her pace to a leisure stroll, her expression softened and unwavering as she considered the girl’s reply. “What do you feel separates you from the other children?” She tilted her head. Tal had no children to call her own, but she valued the power to amplify their voices.

Serenity gave her a strange look ” how many four year olds do you know who can fly and read, or can talk to shadows who are stoking her and want to eat every living think on the ship” Serenity said.

“Which deck is the fish tank on?” Tal’s eyes glittered with something similar to excitement. Personally, she favoured frogs, but fish were a close second.

– Tal Abara

Cerenity quietly asked the Turbolift to tank them to the correct deck. ” I like fish ok but my favorite animals are birds whats your favorite animal” she asked as she leaded Tall to the lounge.
Cerenity

“Which bird is your favourite?” She followed suit, the click of her boots in sync with her cane, and stole a moment to think.

” my favorite owl is named Luner he is a barn owl, he is mommys pet she rescue him from a mean person on the Viking” cerenity said then thought. For a moment ” My favorite Type of owl is the snow owl” she added.

“Luner sounds wonderful,” Tal pictured Luner’s heart-shaped face and soft, curious eyes. She hadn’t met many barn owls, but she knew enough to consider them beautiful creatures. “Snow owls? Those are the ones with the super fluffy legs, right?”

Cerenity nodded. ” Maybe mommy can introduce you to him he doesn’t listen to me and I’m not sapose to let him out of are quarters” she said quietly.

“I would love that,” Tal hummed.

“I love frogs,” a wild smile snaked up to her eyes, “when I was your age, I had tons of little frogs. Wooden frogs, ceramic frogs – which I may have broke playing ‘the floor is lava’ – and a bunch of stuffed ones.” Nostalgia eased her vigilence and offered a moment of peace. “My Mama used to bring them home from her trips. I didn’t get to see her much, but when I did, I knew she’d have a new frog to keep me company.”

Frogs had become so closely intertwined with the memory of her mother that Tal found comfort in them. And any source of comfort in this desolate world was an invaluable gift.

– Tal Abara

Cerenity turned her head sideways. ” were you afraid when your mom was away. I don’t ever want to be away from my mommy for long?” She asked as she looked at Tal she smiled.” What kind of frog is your favorite do you have any pets?” She asked. As she led Tal into thee lounge.
Cerenity

“It was strange,” she pondered the question.

“Sometimes I was afraid I wouldn’t see her again, sometimes I was eager to hear about her adventures in space, and sometimes I was angry and sad that I couldn’t be with her.” Honesty was a virtue Tal held close to her chest. “But no matter how I felt, I was always overwhelmed with love when she walked through our front door. I cannot say whether you’ll have to be a part from your Mama, but I can promise that distance doesn’t equal love.”

“Hmm. I think I’ll have to go with the milk frog. They’re native to rainforests in Central and South America,” she cupped her hand, “they’re not that big but they’re super cute.” At the question of pets, she shook her head. “On Viking I had a Guinea Pig – Elphaba – but I’m sure she’s settled with another family. No pets right now.” She seemed almost sad to say it.

“So, where are these fish?” Tal surveyed the lounge in a search for fish.

– Tal Abara

” I’ve never sean a milk frog” cerenity said then headed start for the fish thing it was in the middle of the lounge and selidrical is shap lost of tropical fish. Though it was a pink flower horn that caught Cerenitys attention. ” Hello Angel this is miss Tal. She likes animals” cerenity said happly.
Cerenity

“They’re adorable!” Tal beamed, meandering just behind Cerenity. “Spots, stripes, splotches – milk frogs have them all.”

Bright, colourful fish awarded her a flash of nostalgia. Tal’s memories were misted by the sea and damped by the river-water her father would splash in a gesture to come inside. She was raised at the water’s edge. Although fish like Angel were wonderfully rare, the thought of them reminded her of a childhood shaped by the waves.

“Hello Angel,” Tal knelt beside the girl, “what kind of fish is she?”

– Tal Abara
OOC: Thank you for your patience, Christina!

Serenity giggled ” He is a flower horn. There called that because there pretty patern and that big forhead.” She said happly.

Luna happened to be checking the lounge when she spotted Cerenity and who was that. ” Tal it can’t be can’t it” Luna said shocked.

” Yes mom it Tal, you worked with her?” Cerenity said roiling her eyes.
Ensign Luna