Posted by Commander Roman Alden (First Officer & Chief Science Officer) in What If…

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Rand Farquharson (Yeoman First Class) in What If…

Posted by Commander Roman Alden (First Officer & Chief Science Officer) in What If…

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Roman had slipped over to her seat and when he saw her sway, put his hands out. He was relieved when Lori came to help her. Jay moved over and let Roman hold onto him while he got up. Then kept an arm around Roman to keep him upright. Roman smiled at Rand. “Thanks for trying, but you have to take care of yourself, too.”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

She nodded, “I’m alright, really.” She stared up at the front of the Caliano’s home. It was pretty, homey, Rand liked it. It was different from her family’s home, but had the same feel to it. She and Lori followed everyone else inside. Bys and Pater disappeared around the side of the house. They were very careful as they checked the property and then seemed to disappear, though Rand knew they were very close by.

Yeoman Rand

The Calianos led them all inside. “Lori, Rand, make yourselves at home. Jay, settle Roman in, in bed, and we’ll take dinner to him.” Jay had told his father what the doctor had said. “Right, come on big guy,” Jay said, leading Roman back to the back bedroom. Fifteen years ago, it was guest bedroom. When Roman moved in, it became his. It was pretty bare bones, he’d never really moved in, despite the Calianos urging him to.

Lori led Rand over to a chair and they sat. Rand watched as Jay led him away. “Jay is really nice. Looking out for him.” He reminded her of her brother.

Lori nodded with a silly grin. “He is. He’s really sweet. I like him a lot. He really loves his family.”

Jay helped him to the bed and made him sit down. Roman sat willingly and lay back on his bed. “I’m alright, Jay, there’s no need for all this.”

“Yes there is, now lay down, shut up, and wait for dinner.” Jay said. He sat next to Roman in an arm chair in the room.

In the main living area, Mrs Caliano smiled at Rand. “Do you need anything? If not, it’s the back bedroom on the left. That’s where Roman will be.” Mr Caliano chuckled, “He better be. For the next twenty four hours minimum. I’ll make it an order if I have to.”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

Lori laughed, “Jay said you would have to do that. Will it work?”

“He’ll listen to me. Always has,” Mr Caliano replied confidently.

Rand liked that. It didn’t sound arrogant, just certain. She always listened to her dad too.

Rand shook her head. “Oh, no ma’am. I’m fine, thank you,” she said quietly. She hadn’t thought about the fact Roman having to rest meant in his bedroom. She looked down the hall and told Lori very quietly. “I… I think I should go.”

Lori helped her stand, “Nonsense.” She turned toward the hall. She paused to look at Mrs. Caliano. “Maybe some chamomile tea if you have any?” She asked quietly.

Mrs Caliano smiled and nodded. “I’ll put some on straight away. I’ll bring it down the hall once it’s brewed.”

Lori smiled, “Thank you, Ma’am.”

She stopped at the back bedroom door and knocked on the frame. “Are you two up for some company?” Lori asked.

Yeoman Rand

Jay looked up and smiled. “Of course. Come in.”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

Lori had to propel Rand into the room. There were some things that Rand was very old fashioned about, and add her anxiety. Well, Lori had to prod a bit.

Rand could walk on her own if she took her time. Lori had propelled her through the door, and it would be rude to just stand in the doorway and block Lori. She moved just into the room and to the side. She was curious, but she tried not to stare around his room, or to stare at him too much. “How are you feeling?” She mentally kicked herself for that. He would say fine whether he was or not. Also, she had just seen him, so nothing had probably changed. Lori flashed Jay an amused look.

Yeoman Rand