Posted by Ensign Iyun Riani (Scientist) in Side Sim: Achilleas’ Quarters

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Achilleas Petrakos (Chief Science Officer) in Side Sim: Achilleas’ Quarters

Posted by Ensign Iyun Riani (Scientist) in Side Sim: Achilleas’ Quarters
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“I’m… not sure actually.” Achilleas said with a bit of hesitation in his voice, “I was actually convinced that I never would have any children. All of my siblings were carrying on the family line and I would focus on science. Being the youngest meant I wouldn’t be pressured to have children or even a partner, so I guess I took it for granted and just put it out of mind. If I had to throw a number out there though… I like three because of it being a prime number. My parents would be beside themselves with joy if they knew I was planning to be in a relationship and contemplating children numbers.”

CSO Petrakos

Ria nodded thoughtfully. “I think I always wanted to have children, but at the same time always knew that I’d be just as content if I never would, And there has never been any pressure from my parents to continue the family line. I think I have mentioned this the other day, but at first they didn’t want to have children and thus understand why we might not want to. And speaking of parents, mine would probably be delighted as well. And relieved.” While she talked her voice seemed to slowly become even softer than normal till it was barely above a whisper.

~Ensign Iyun, Scientist

Achilleas made a thoughtful noise of agreement. “I guess I could see their reason for it. Though with the war over and Bajor safe, I’d think the idea of having children would be important now. We are definitely fortunate to have supportive parents though. I couldn’t imagine being where I am today without my family. They enabled me grow and be successful. I only hope that I can be as good of a parent as my own are.”

CSO Petrakos

“I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for my parents. They pushed me to follow my heart and my dreams,” Ria siad softly. “After my graduation I didn’t want to leave Bajor again. My parents spend a lot of time trying to convince me and even when I set foot on the Starbase I still doubted that I made the right choice,” she admitted, hoping he wouldn’t think badly of her, while also wanting him to know.

~Ensign Iyun, Scientist

Achilleas gently rubbed Ria’s arm to show his emotional support physically. “I’m going to have to thank them for convincing you. My own selfish reasons aside, you are a valuable member of my department and your absence would’ve been a terrible loss. Personally I’m also happy that you’re in my life and not still on Bajor. I understand not wanting to leave home though. I had second thoughts but my mom would hear nothing of it. ‘Why did you go to the Academy? Why do you keep looking at the stars? You’ll forever regret not taking this step forward.’ She was right. I would’ve regretted it. Do you still have doubts?”

CSO Petrakos