Posted by Civilian Kenzo B’tren-Hyrushi (Governor) in Government Tower- The Core Bonds of Family

Posted by Captain Eela Dasca (Lt. Governor) in Government Tower- The Core Bonds of Family

Posted by Civilian Kenzo B’tren-Hyrushi (Governor) in Government Tower- The Core Bonds of Family
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“I hope you are correct… for all of our sakes.” he said as they stepped into the lift. As they began to move up the Tower, he looked at Eela and said “So is your family here already? Or will you be meeting them later?”

Hyrushi, Gov.

Eela’s pensive expression shifted into a grin and she pointed up. “As per Contingency Number Four, they’re waiting at my office,” she said with a chuckle. “Want to come and say hello? It would give you a reason to delay going back to your office and you can’t tell me that isn’t appealing given people are going to bombard us with stuff about our brief greeting with the Vren and tomorrow’s gala.” She waggled her brows, which had a slightly comical wave against her forehead ridges.

~Eela Dasca, Lt. Gov.

Kenzo smiled slightly, still a rarity even with as close as the two had become, and he said “I need no excuse to meet your family other than it would be my honor to do so.” and then he gave her a small smirk. “The fact that it will keep me from my office is simply a happy coincidence.”

Hyrushi, Gov.

“And don’t we love those, infrequent that they are.” Entering the lift, she waited till he was in and called out her floor. It rushed upwards and Eela let out a steadying breath. As much as she felt the welcoming of the Vren had gone well, she didn’t want to bring that anxiety with her upstairs to her family. She glanced at Kenzo, her unexpected confidant and friend. Their past selves from the day before she arrived would probably be incredulous if they had been told this special friendship would develop. It was even better for the surprise.

The lift deposited them at her door where the purple-haired Elema was chatting with a woman and a man at the reception desk. Her office door was open and there was a brief sighting of Cort crossing her office.

The couple immediately turned and upon seeing Eela, grinned. The woman bore a striking resemblance to her mother, though her facial ridges were softer, jaw more angular, and pale blue eyes. The man had thick medium length rich brown hair nestled around his leaf-shaped forehead ridge. His deep brown eyes radiated gentle warmth.

Caridee’s expression shifted into dismay and Eela preempted her apology. “Don’t you dare say you’re sorry. Crap happens. Besides, I have you here now and that’s everything,” she said, sweeping up to her daughter and the two immediately embraced. They both closed their eyes and inhaled deeply. After a brief moment they shifted and Caridee rested her hands on either side of her mother’s face, and Eela’s came to rest on top of Caridee’s, their foreheads touching. The two shared their inaudible thoughts with a flurry of emotions until Eela pulled back, forcing back tears. “All right?”

Caridee nodded and slipped into a grin. “Yes, ma’am,” she deadpanned.

“Oh! I see how it is,” Eela replied as she shook her head and side stepped to Kian. Children!

“I warned them,” Elema said, taking in the exchange with amusement.

“Good luck with that. They’ve been on a ship for a month with a baby for the first time. It does thing to you,” Eela retorted.

“You look well, Eela,” Kian said, embracing her.

Eela gave his hand a squeeze as she pulled back. “All things considered. Don’t forget that addendum,” she said with a laugh.

Turning she beamed at Kenzo and gestured to him. “And it is my pleasure to introduce you both to our Governor and my friend, Kenzo B’tren- Hyrushi. Kenzo, my daughter Caridee Sevren and her husband Kian. And somewhere around here is a baby named Alais.”

“In here living up to her grandmother’s nickname,” Cort said from within the office, radiating amusement and joy.

Caridee stepped forward to Kenzo and offered her hand and a warm smile. “It’s so good to finally meet you.”

~Eela and Family

Kenzo bowed gracefully. “It is my deepest honor to meet the family of Captain Dasca.” he said formally before standing straight and taking her hand. “I have heard much about you, and if I can be of any help during your stay on Oed, please do not hesitate to ask.” He shook Kian’s hand firmly and bowed again. “The goof Captain has been very excited about yiur arrival. I am pleased that you were able to make it in without too much of a fuss. As I am sure you are aware, we have some visitors whose presence has made quite the stir.”

Hyrushi, Gov.

Kenzo’s formality was not lost on Caridee and she matched it, though her smile was still warm. She had made her mother promise not to introduce her as Doctor Sevren while she was here, since she really wanted to feel like they were on this much needed vacation, but the reality of her mother’s work meant that a level of formality followed her. At least Caridee was used to it. You didn’t grow up with a Starship captain for a mother without getting used to the various expectations and protocols. “Yes. We had hoped to keep to our schedule and arrive a few days after they did, but then our ship had to cut the last two stops. I even went up to the Bridge to talk to the captain but as he pointed out, we were more of a security issue circling the system than arriving early. It wasn’t ideal, but I’m glad it worked out okay.”

At the entrance to Eela’s office, six-month Alais crawled out and came to a stop, promptly sitting and gazing at the group of people with deep brown eyes. Caridee moved over and scooped her up and brought her over. Eela put her arms out and Carridee handed her daughter over with a grin.

“Well, hello there Miss Alais, and how are we?” Eela said, gazing at her granddaughter with deep affection.
“Bah!” Alais reached out and touched Eela’s face.
Eela gave a solemn nod. “I see.” Settling the baby on her hip, she felt a deep contentment wash over her. It was such a familiar sensation and yet came with less of the challenges raising her own kids had. Being a grandmother was pretty great! “She’s gotten so big. I mean, it’s one thing to see her crawling around when was talked, but quite another to see it in person.”

“Yeah, she’s been pretty excited about being mobile. Was very determined to get to it,” Kian said.
“I don’t blame her,” Eela said. She glanced at Kenzo, unable to hide her joy. Despite all the challenges recently, this moment with her family was precious and much needed. She was also glad he could meet them as well. She wanted all the good pieces of her life to come together, especially after all she had been through since she got here. It all felt so right. “Reminds me of a certain first born I know,” she said, shooting her daughter a look.

Caridee grinned. “It might be the sleep deprivation talking but I’m glad she’s on the go a bit, even if it comes with its own challenges.”

“Definitely the sleep deprivation. Don’t listen to her. A month trying to keep a baby entertained on a transport ship was not exactly how we imagined it to be,” Kian said. “That and we’re adjusting to local time. I’m glad you’re busy the next day anyway because we’re going to need that time I think.”

Eela nodded. “It’ll be fine. We’ll make it work.”

“Did it go well?” Caridee asked. “I know you can’t give detail but you seem in a good mood, so I’m hoping that’s a positive sign.”
She nodded. “You know, I’m feeling optimistic about it all, even though it comes with a great deal of caution.” Eela looked at Kenzo. Caridee was right that they couldn’t talk details, but it wasn’t exactly a secret that the Vren had arrived today. Everyone was talking about it. “We live in interesting times. Certainly this is a first in my career, and I think your as well.” First contacts were one thing. Negotiating with (hopefully) former enemies was another. The two merging. One ina. liftime, usually.

~Eela & Family