Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Rand Farquharson (Yeoman First Class) in side - sim: Breathe, It’s Just Vacation

Posted by Commander Roman Alden (First Officer & Chief Science Officer) in side - sim: Breathe, It’s Just Vacation

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Rand Farquharson (Yeoman First Class) in side - sim: Breathe, It’s Just Vacation
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Roman smiled, moving over to her and hugging her. “No one looks as beautiful as you do,” he said. “Are you ready?”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

Rand smiled and nodded, “Yes,” but she was very nervous and holding her hands tightly to stop from wringing them.

In the lobby Henry and Marianne were waiting for them. They made a very cute couple, older in years, but very obviously still in love. Henry spotted them first and gently turned Marianne around to see them. Her eyes fell on Roman and they positively lit up. Her hands were clasped together, but not from anxiety, but an effort to not embarrass Roman in her enthusiasm.

Yeoman Rand

Roman smiled politely, holding Rand’s hand as they met up with the Calianos. “I apologize for earlier,” he said, nodding to each of them.

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

Marianne shook her head, “Oh don’t apologize. We really should have called first before knocking. I remember the first time Henry and I were able to meet on his leave,” she glanced up at Henry and blushed. She cleared her throat and looked back, “Well, we would have given quite the picture if we’d answered our door.” If Marianne was aware of what happened, she didn’t show it. She stepped toward Rand, “Miranda, or do you prefer Rand?”

“Rand is fine. Everyone calls me Rand,” she answered, quietly, softly. Marianne smiled, “Rand then. I’m so glad to finally meet you, and I apologize for barging in earlier. It was very rude of me.”

“Oh, please don’t. We knew you were arriving. We should have,” what? Not eaten strange food? “Paid more attention to the time. I’m very glad to meet you as well.” Marianne smiled and squeezed Rand’s other hand gently. She was very motherly in her demeanor and naturally put Rand at ease.

Marianne turned to Roman and just gazed at him for a long moment. “It’s so good to see Roman. I am sorry for barging in earlier. I hope you can forgive my enthusiasm.”

Yeoman Rand

“Of course. We didn’t know you were going to be here so quickly.” Roman said. “We are quite happy you could make it.”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

You could see the happiness Roman’s words created in both Marianne and Henry. Marianne’s hand rested over his lightly and squeezed. “We are so happy you are here. Both of you.”

Henry cleared his throat softly. He wasn’t ashamed to admit he was emotional over seeing Roman. It was strange to see him without Jay. Those two had always been thick as thieves, but having Roman here, healed an aching part of his soul.

Yeoman Rand

It was bittersweet, seeing them, but also by seeing them, remembering Jay wasn’t there. He smiled sadly and shrugged.

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

“Well, we should go, so we aren’t late,” Henry said after a moment. “I took the liberty of making a reservation.”

Yeoman Rand

“Oh? Where?” Roman asked. “Lead the way.”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO

“The Winter Parlour. It’s one of the more.... well it’s not a night club by day like a lot of places,” Henry chuckled and led them out the door and down the side walk.

Yeoman Rand

“Night club by day?” Roman asked, and then shook his head. “I really don’t want to know, I’ve decided.”

~ Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO