Posted by Lieutenant Commander Avik (XO) in Avik’s Quarters-Side Sim: Family Ties

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Va’rek (Engineer) in Avik’s Quarters-Side Sim: Family Ties

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Avik (XO) in Avik’s Quarters-Side Sim: Family Ties
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Avik tapped her fingers against the edge. Her bottom lip bit down and seemed to struggle with her, finally deciding on a course of action. She pulled up an email. A few quick taps began to write out a massage to her brother’s mate. A realization washed over the XO that she missed him and he wouldn’t say no to a visit, especially when they often spent his birthday together. With a final sign off, she hit entered then waited for the data packet to send off.

–XO, Avik, Lt. Cmdr

Avik had shifted from her uniform into casual wear. She wore a simple, flowery one piece dress with a dark colored choker. The end of the dress covered about the middle of her thighs giving her some appropriate modesty and downplaying her stiff nature at the same time. It was not completely attention drawing, but held its own unique appeal to her. Her figure paused in the mirror to adjust her collar and straighten it several times. She wasn’t fully sure if it was out of nervousness or desire to Cassandra’s approval that she did it. Feeling finally satisfied with her appearance, the XO nodded and exited her quarters.

As she walked down the corridor, her eyes noticed most the crew were off on their shore leave. Each one certainly deserved it as she mentally reflected on the missions prior and their effort put forth. At first, she questioned Dvorak’s ability to lead since it was so different than what she knew. Gradually she found her opinions altered into something positive.

Her figure walked at her normal crisp movements, edging closer to the station’s entrance. As she arrived, two security officers noticed and stepped to the side. Both obvious recognized her, but she caught the small second glances at her appearance. Few had actually seen her outside her expected uniform.

“As you were,” Avik stated, giving them a slight reminder they were on duty.

She paused at the entrance then inhaled and walked through.

–XO, Avik, Lt. Cmdr

Va’rek was a way further inside the entrance to the station. He wore a simple brown tunic over black pants and boots and wore his hair short and in a military fashion. His hair and eyes were dark, and his skin rather pale, but he was tall and solidly built, despite appearing just a bit lanky. He’d passed down the corridor a few moments before Avik and was only slightly ahead of her. He hadn’t been aboard Europa for very long, and therefore wouldn’t be a familiar figure to her… However, even from the back, it’d be difficult to mistake him for anything other than a Vulcan.

He was moving at a slower pace, apparently in no hurry to be anywhere in particular. His hands were clasped behind his back, and he appeared to be deep in thought as he walked.

-Va’rek, Eng

Avik tilted her head, noting Va’rek in front of her. She assumed he was taking shore leave with numerous other crew members and paid his presence little mind. It wasn’t her business to nose in it. Upon spotting her brother on the docks, she smiled and walked toward him. He shared expected traits with herself, from the butter cream colored skin to the dark hair and eyes. His hair was longer than she recalled.

She had been about to approach him when Kekec stepped away from Cassandra and walked toward Va’rek.

“It’s nice to see you out of the shipyards. Are you a part of the Europa crew or traveling on it to another destination?” Kekec asked, his voice kind and warm

–XO, Avik, Lt. Cmdr

Va’rek paused and turned to meet Kekec as the man caught his eye, one brow raising in a mild surprise reaction.

It had been some time since his work at the ship yard had ended. Though a familiar face was far from unwelcome.

“I was transferred to Europa not long ago.” He replied. “It is indeed nice to be away from the ship yard. Have you transfered as well?”

-Va’rek, Eng

“I don’t think I could handle my sister’s authority well,” Kekec began as he noticed his sister’s approach. Deciding to ignore the subtle discomfort in her stride, he continued as a smile threatened to tug at the corners of his mouth.

Va’rek raised one eyebrow at this, appreciating the humorous intent.

“I was the one in charge due to my experience and logical thinking when we were young. After years of that, it’s hard to adjust to a reversal of roles. Today I’m currently waiting for my sister to arrive, but additional company from an old friend is well received. It would a pleasant experience if you would join us for the day. Of course, it’s only an invitation.”

He nodded. “It is certainly natural to feel that way,” Va’rek replied. “However, there is logic in embracing change where the situation calls for it.” He almost grinned at his old friend. “I would not be averse to accepting your invitation, given that the commander has no qualms with my joining you.”

Avik finally approached the pair as she glanced at Va’rek, sizing him for a moment.

“It’s a surprise to see one of my officers interacting with my brother. I don’t think we have had the opportunity to officially introduce ourselves. My name is Avik Slyc,” her tone held a mild softness to it, one rarely heard while on duty.

–XO, Avik, Lt. Cmdr

Va’rek turned as Avik approached and spoke. “We have not…” He replied. “Peace and Long Life, Commander.” Va’rek used the formal greeting, raising one hand in the traditional salute. “I am Va’rek. It is good to formally meet you. Sir.” Interestingly, he also chose not to reveal his family name. “Kekec and I worked together a few years ago and became friends.” He glanced at Kekec, eyebrow rising yet again. “It appears he did not see fit to inform you of our previous discourse…” Va’rek had learned much about the Human notion of sarcasm during his last tour of duty aboard the Wolverine and had been experimenting with this form of humor in his casual conversations… Often with somewhat awkward results.

-Va’rek, Eng