Posted by Captain Dira Myqian (Commanding Officer) in Side-sim: Time well spent?

Posted by Lieutenant Achilleas Petrakos (Chief Science Officer) in Side-sim: Time well spent?

Posted by Captain Dira Myqian (Commanding Officer) in Side-sim: Time well spent?
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Achilleas leaned forward slightly, genuinely intrigued by the various possibilities Dira presented for her nickname. He enjoyed the playful exploration of her middle name, seeing the different ways it could be pronounced and adapted.

“Sala, Asa, Aza, or Aszala,” he repeated, testing out each variation on his lips. “They all have a certain charm to them. I think the pronunciation with the Haliian accent, Aszala, adds a unique touch and gives it a delightful sound. It captures the essence of your cultural heritage.”

“Hmmmmm,” she said again. “That is very true. Things to mull over. But I don’t think I’d mind a select few using my middle name.”

Achilleas smiled, appreciating the relaxed atmosphere that allowed for such open and personal conversation. “I feel honored that you’ve shared this with me. It’s moments like these that help build connections and friendships. I hope our camaraderie continues to grow, Captain.”

He felt a warmth in his heart, glad to have found a common ground and a shared sense of openness with his commanding officer.

CSO Petrakos

A mischievous gleam appeared in her black eyes. “Lias…” she said, testing out the nickname. “We’re off duty and drinking, and if I recall correctly, the last time we spent time socially I crashed your date. I think you can at least call me Dira.”

Captain Myqian, CO

Achilleas couldn’t help but chuckle at Dira’s mischievous remark. Her playfulness and the glimmer in her eyes were contagious, and he found himself relaxing further in her company.

“You make a compelling point, Dira,” he replied, a hint of amusement in his voice. “In the spirit of our off-duty camaraderie, I suppose it’s only fair that we shed some of the formalities. Very well, Dira it is.”

CSO Petrakos

“Good!” She was exceptionally professional and always had been, but there were other sides to Dira that she didn’t always get a chance to show, especially on the Ogawa. A part of it she had explained to Sinclair, but there was another side to it that she hadn’t been able to fully be open about. “You know, I have found it hard on the Ogawa sometimes. I’m really not so formal all the time. I like to let loose and on previous assignments I considered myself very social. It’s been strange here. Maybe it’s the ship itself, maybe it’s the command uniform, but I don’t feel like I get to be myself very often. I’m a lot more fun than I seem!” she said with a laugh.

Captain Myqian, CO

“I can imagine it must be challenging to balance the formalities of command with the desire to express your true self,” Achilleas replied, his voice carrying a compassionate tone. “The ship’s environment and the expectations that come with our roles can sometimes create barriers to letting loose and embracing our individuality.”

He leaned in slightly, his eyes reflecting understanding. “But Dira, I have no doubt that you are a lot more fun than you may seem on the surface. I believe there is a vibrant, multifaceted person beneath that command uniform.”

She grinned, a gleam appearing in her dark eyes.

Achilleas paused for a moment before adding, “If ever you feel the need to let loose or have a break from the formalities, know that you can count on me as a friend and confidant. Sometimes, all it takes is a trusted companion to share those moments of genuine self-expression.”

CSO Petrakos

She grinned and chuckled a little, though it last a couple seconds than it sounded in her own head. “Thank you. I appreciate that.”

Dira eyed Achilleas curiously, feeling light in her body. “Okay, question for you. What the one thing you do when you’re not afraid of anyone judging. Your guilty pleasure?”

Captain Myqian, CO

“Other than pink bunny slippers?” Achilleas laughed as he wiggled his feet a bit. “Uh, I’ve learned to enjoy doing ‘things’ in somewhat public places where there is a chance to get caught but it’s unlikely. That was back before having to go to Starfleet Medical for a stay. Haven’t, uh, had a partner in crime for that since.” He absolutely would not have been this personal had he not been drunk off his ass.

CSO Petrakos

She snorted and slapped a hand over her mouth. Dira wasn’t sure what she had expected him to say, but that certainly wasn’t it. It made it even better. She chuckled and waggled a finger at him. “You know, I know you just well enough that I can see it.”

“It sure beats my answer. My guilt pleasure is singing. Especially show tunes. On previous assignments it was something fun I could do. Here?” Dira shrugged. It would be putting herself out there in a way she wasn’t sure this crew wanted her to be. Maybe it was too informal.

Captain Myqian, CO

Achilleas grinned a bit foolishly and laughed along with Dira. He then realized he was still crouched on the floor and holding the medical tricorder. So he unsteadily got up and moved back over to the couch carefully. He set the tricorder on the table and eyed his glass of wine before he decided in the end to let it sit there.

He looked over at Dira as he thought for a second before replying. “I don’t know… I don’t see why you couldn’t do it here. Maybe organise a crew event for morale. We could do some karaoke and you could demonstrate those pipes for everyone.”

CSO Petrakos