Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Leah Hart (Nurse Practitioner/Counseling) in Gym- Saturday Night Fever (Open to all)

Posted by Captain Rende Asam (Commanding Officer) in Gym- Saturday Night Fever (Open to all)

Posted by Master Chief Petty Officer Karl Johansson (Chief Engineer) in Gym- Saturday Night Fever (Open to all)

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Leah flashed a grin at the warm welcome. She wasn’t sure why she was surprised by it, but she was. And delighted. She shook Randy’s hand. “It’s really nice to meet you Randy. I am indeed Leah Hart, and yes these shenanigans are my fault. I was missing going out and dancing at the clubs. Given this is my first starship assignment, I needed a little help finding something similar,” she said, flashing Rand an appreciative smile.

“What are you up to with your return. I’m not going to have to duel for my job, am I?” Hart said with a wink, happy to tease him since she knew he was here for other purposes.

~Leah Hart, NP

Randy smiled as they spoke, he found Leah a pleasant person to talk to right from the get-go and replied, “Aye, I must say, it’s a rather nice shindig. Is this yer first post? Glad it could be here. I ken I’ve found solid ground tae feel funny now, how are ye findin’ it?” He said as he shifted his pose to a more relaxed one. Even if he had given up the counsellorship to a more suited person, he still knew the tricks of the trade and how to read body language. He let out a jolly laugh as he took the tease in stide, “Naw naw, I’m too much of a gossip tae be a good counselor. Happy tae talk and listen over drinks, but the paperwork killed me. I’m thinkin’ I’ll give engineering a go, just got back after takin’ a few courses and brushin’ up on warp theory.”

–Randy, JoAT–

Leah flashed him a grin. “That I totally get, though I did keep roughly in the same field, just different topics. But yes, this is my first starship posting and it’s… taking some getting used to for sure.”

Roman seemed to perk up a little at the arrival of a familiar face. “Randy. It was difficult to keep your return a secret” He said. He turned to Leah, “Don’t worry, Randy won’t be taking your job. Not even the parts you don’t want.” He was referring to himself, somewhat jokingly, and smiling awkwardly. A squeeze to Rand’s hand told her he wanted to go.

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

“I’m gladja did Commander. Thank ye” Randy replied with an extended hand as he chuckled at the reply, “Na, it’s all yers” he finished as he patted Roman on the back in a more brotherly way.

Rand was glad to see Roman happy to see Randy. They didn’t always get along, but she had an idea why now. She turned to look up at him, “Oh this song is one of my favorites.” It wasn’t really, but it was said so convincingly that everyone would believe it. It just gave Roman an excuse to escape by dancing with her.

Yeoman Rand

Leah smiled as she took in the group that had come out and it seemed to be growing. “I’m waiting for a particular song and then I’ll be definitely on the dance floor. Though I think I want another shot of that burning win, Karl. I think it’s my new favourite thing,” she added, speaking to the CE.

~Leah Hart, NP

Karl smiled at that “Feel free, it’s usually fifty-fifty if you like it or not” He said still sipping his shot.

Leah grinned and availed herself of the liquor but chose to sip this shot instead. It warmed her body, and she could feel the stress of the last few weeks start to fade to the background just a little.

“I’d like to give it a go if ye don’t mind” Randy said, referencing the drink from his new boss. He winked at his twin, knowing she didn’t care too much for the song but recognizing her need to get Roman some distance from others. He seemed off, but Randy couldn’t place it.

—Randy, JoAT—

Roman gave Randy a look he might recognize: We’ll talk later. Then he followed Rand away from the group. He set an arm on her shoulder and pulled her close to him. In her ear, his whispered, “Just focus on the dance, right?”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

Rand nodded, her long hair brushing over his arm. “Right,” she sounded slightly nervous. When they reached an open spot, Rand twirled around in his arm. Her full skirt flared, and she stopped directly in front of him, her hands resting lightly on his shoulders. “Not that it is possible for me to think of anything else when you dance with me.” She blushed at the admission and the bold truth of it.

Rand moved effortlessly with him. It was clear they were both classically trained to a great degree. But there was a magic and passion that couldn’t be taught.

Yeoman Rand

Karl cocked his head watching the two officers dancing together. Well one officer and one Yeoman, he himself wasn’t an officer although most people had been trying to call him Sir for close to a decade now. He smiled then reached for the green bottle, poured another shot of the clear liquid and passed it to Randy “Funny, Back on the Celeborn any and all celebrations were held either in the mess or the quarters or junior officers. Or those lower deck sleeping decks for the Non-Comms but we don’t speak about those to Officers” He said with a grin towards both Hart and the Captain.

Master Chief Karl - CE

Rende gave him an innocent look, “I have no idea what you are talking about Chief. I have never disguised myself and slipped into non-comm territory to attend a party.”

Cpt. Asam, CO

Leah watched Rand and Roman and could see the skill with with they danced. Given her own dance training she could spot seasoned dancers light years away. The conversation drew her attention back to their little group and Leah smirked at the captain’s response. “Listen, I might be an officer, but I am a nurse. If you ever want to have a really fun night, go out on the town with a group of med folk and I promise you you’ll have a great time,” she said with a laugh.

~Leah Hart, NP

Roman looked down at Rand with a smile. “No? Then let us dance so you may forget everything else.” He said softly as they moved around the dance floor.

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO