Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Vora Zorell (Scientist) in CNS Office- Adolescent Woes

Posted by Lieutenant Siennadye Nox (Counselor) in CNS Office- Adolescent Woes

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Vora Zorell (Scientist) in CNS Office- Adolescent Woes

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At the allotted time, Vora arrived at Nox’s office door with her recalcitrant son next to her. Like most Tenraith males, he was tall, standing only a bit short than Vora by this point and only at an approximate developmental age that would equate to a Human male around 16 or 17. Though darker, Jerrin’s hair was beginning to get longer and form a mass, much like his mother’s used to be before she cut it shorter. And though there were things that were different, it was clear Jerrin’s looks took after his mother’s.

“Try to be cooperative and say more than one word answers, will you?” she said in the Tenraith language, trying to not sound entirely exasperated.

“I will attempt to expound in an exemplary manner befitting the situation.”

“Don’t be glib,” Vora said, trying her best not to snap at him as she pressed the chime.

~Vora & Jerrin

Siennadye had set up her seating area with a tray on the center table. On the tray, she had placed a colorful presentation of hór d’oeuvres from both of their regular replicator orders and several drinks. She stood near the doorway as it opened and smiled pleasantly. “Welcome Vora, Jerrin. Please come in. Help yourself to drinks and snacks. I find that I think best when I snack.”

Nox, CNS

Vora ushered her son in and Jerrin for his part looked entirely unhappy, if resigned, to be there. Vora smiled weakly at Nox as her son practically ignored the offer and slumped down in one of the chairs.

How often was a counselor met with this type of behavior? Sienna almost smiled at the stereotypical teenager way that Jerrin sulkily slumped in one of the chairs. If he had sighed dramatically, she might have lost her composure. It didn’t bother her that he was being like this, though. She knew it did bother Vora however.

Ignoring Jerrin’s rudeness, Vora grabbed a plate and helped her self to some of the flaky spiced cookies she loved and some of the cheesy potato chip things that were a favourite treat. With that she grabbed a cup of hot chocolate with chili that satisfied her need for heat in her spice, and then took a seat, resting her plate on the table, but keeping the mug in hand as she crossed her very long legs and leaned back. “I do love this hot chocolate. It’s warm and comforting, but energizing too.”

~Vora & Jerrin

“I have a healthy appreciation for hot chocolate, but I am not much of a spice person. Under the right type of day however, I find that I agree with your assessment. Sometimes you just need a little something extra. Commander Range was quite the fan of the base beverage as well. Not so much that he wasn’t afraid to throw a cup full at the wall though. Some days… it is interesting being a counselor.” She said with a half smile.

She leaned forward and got a few bacon wrapped baked dates and placed them on a plate. They were small, easy to eat and a particular favorite of hers. She set it down where she could easily reach it there on the couch and took a seat. Her eyes lingered on the young man, trying to get a feel for him beyond his annoyance at this summons. There had to be a crack somewhere that would allow her to get inside and help the situation… or maybe even beyond this moment in Jerrin’s life. She hoped, her comment about Commander Range would pique his interest and get him involved in the conversation.

Nox, CNS