Posted by Lieutenant Dagen Thor (CE) in XO Welcome Party - ALL Invited

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Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Ben Park (BO Tactical) in XO Welcome Party - ALL Invited
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OOC: Hey all, this is an opportunity to side sim socially. I want to provide a space for our characters to digest the change in command and welcome Hjortur’s XO character aboard. Please come on in.

IC: Riley strolled around his and David’s quarters. They’d finally settled in. While a few crates were tucked deep inside their closets still needing to be unpacked, the space was organized and reflected a solid mix of the two men’s style. Riley felt better than he’d have thought about sharing his living space with another. Rather than feeling anxiety at the change, he welcomed it.

Change was the operative word on the Genesis these days and tonight was meant for those closest to Riley and David to celebrate it. Julien’s departure had left a hole in the heart of the crew, but Marius’s ascension to the captain’s chair provided a measure of continuity that eased the loss. And now there was a new personality in the mix. Lt. Cmdr. Peterusson was an unknown quantity. Riley had the benefit of a one-on-one with the new XO, but other’s hadn’t had the same opportunity. Riley hoped tonight would provide a chance for those the XO would work most closely with to start to know the man.

And if it served as a makeshift housewarming for the Counselor and CSO’s new living arrangement, so be it.

“David, I hope you’re ready. Our guests should be arriving any minute,” he called toward the bedroom where he knew the CSO was finishing getting ready.

The set up was casual. A few hors d’oeuvres mixed with desserts were laid out on the circular dining table in the middle of the room. A bar was pushed against the wall with bottles of beer and wine in buckets of ice next to stiffer fare and glasses. Riley had invited the senior staff and bridge officers to attend along with any companions they’d like to bring. The Genesis had a tradition of large parties, especially around Christmas. This was a more intimate affair.

Riley made his way to the bar and poured himself a Hendrick’s over ice, adding a twist of lemon. The Scottish gin had been around for centuries and was a favorite of the Counselor’s. He took a sip and let himself look over the space one more time. Everything was ready. Now for the people to arrive.

Dekker, CNS

Ben was dressed in his family’s traditional attire. An emerald green woven shirt and tan slacks with his black leather boots. Waiting just outside the door for Tigress.

Park

Tigress came up shortly after Ben. ” remind me why you decide to drag me along again” Tigress asked with a grin she was clearly teasing him. She was oddly enough in a simple dark blue dress. Her wight and black striped fur was neatly brushed. Her tail twitched but back an forth. Tigress shook her head. ” time with you is always great and is the only thing that make leaving Zoology worth it” she said after a moment still testing Ben.
Ensign Tigress

Dagen was only a minute behind Park and Tigress. He was dressed in a collarless white tunic with blue braided highlights that was shaped like one of the old dress uniforms of a past century. His grey pants were made for comfort; overall nothing he wore particularly stood out. It was more his characteristic five o’clock shadow and failed attempt at getting his hair under control that bore more interest by some. He held a bottle of a recently purchased wine from a recent Italian vineyard. Their reputation was good and had been receiving good reviews, though their entries into any competitions tended to be overshadowed by leading French producers. Dagen was more of a whiskey man, though for occasions wine seemed more the standard. This was called ‘Cathedral’s Shadow’ and was a drier white wine.

He moved slowly. He was sure that the new XO was one he had crossed paths with some years ago. His memory on this was dim, however. There were more than one Peterusson in Starfleet. He only knew that the memory was not pleasant. Would he even remember him? Dagen was annoyed with Thor; the little slug was no help with this one. “Are we going in or just hanging out?” He asked with a smile. They were an ‘item’ he knew from the grapevine. “Are we too early?” He had not checked the chrono before leaving.
- Dagen, CE

While no one had pressed the chime, Riley could sense the gathering of minds outside his door. He called one last time to David, “Guests are here.”

He didn’t believe it would hurry the man up. David would be ready when David was ready. That wouldn’t stop Riley from letting them in. Light jazz played over the rooms sound system as Riley made his way to the door. One last look in the mirror confirmed his hair was in place and the thin dark grey sweater he’d paired with black slacks were striking enough against his pale skin and dark hair.

He pressed the door release, revealing Ben and Tigress, the Chief Engineer a few steps behind them. Riley reached out to greet his guests.

“Lt. Park, Ens. Tigress, I trust there are no hard feelings from my part in your recent prank,” he grinned. “I’m only sad I didn’t get to see it come off. Please come in.”

Only once the pair had passed through his door did Riley extend his hand to Thor, “Welcome, Lieutenant. Please come in. You’re right on time.”

Dekker, CNS