Posted by Lieutenant Jason McLeod (Intelligence Officer) in Side Sim - Captain’s Quarters - The Prodigal Son - Checking w/CO (Attn CO & Alita Claire)

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Posted by Captain Remy Boudreaux (Commanding Officer) in Side Sim - Captain’s Quarters - The Prodigal Son - Checking w/CO (Attn CO & Alita Claire)
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The sick bay was filled with crewmembers of various rank and positions. Beyond, the corridors were filled with on lookers. Some offering prayers while others merely wept in silence. Standing around an examination table, stood Captain Kirk, Commander Spock, Doctor McCoy and Mr. Scott, all weeping unashamedly. Laying on the table illuminated in a lone white light, laid a human female lieutenant.

Choking through his tears, McCoy uttered, “she’s, dead Jim.”

The wave of grief washed over the crew as the words were whispered over and over again, making its way through the corridors of the great Federation ship.

“Even in death,” Captain James T Kirk said softly, “her beauty, intelligence, capability and all-around niceness will live on. I hear by order that her birthday be celebrated on our ship as a reminder to us all what we can aspire to achieve….”

The image faded as music picked up, while a narrator’s voice echoed, “we thank you for listening to another Pacy Holo-Drama production…”

Jason reached up and turned the visor off and pulled it from his eyes. He looked up just as a young ensign was walking over to his seat. He couldn’t help but notice her smile and how she nearly tripped as they made eye contact.

“Sir,” she said making sure her hair was out of her face.

“Ensign,” Jason said with his South African accent, “I take it we are approaching the rendezvous point?”

She smiled, “yes sir,” Her hand went back to her hair, “sir,” she said with a hint of playfulness in her voice. “Your accent,” she started to ask. “That is unique to Earth, right?”

Jason smiled, “it is,” then he changed his accent, “this is Cardassian.” With a wink and another change, “I also speak Romulan.”

She shifted as she laughed, “but why,” she asked. “The UT can translate any spoken language,” she said with confusion in her voice.

“Sweetheart,” his South African accent returned, “UT’s are notorious at being perfect. Native speakers, speak with accents and in dialects that the UT’s cannot fabricate.”

“Um, so how many languages do you speak,” she asked.

Moving to his feet, his hand moved to her chin, “non-human languages, Mon Cheri” he asked with a French accent. Watching her cheeks turn a shade of red he smiled as his eyes gazed into hers. “Over a hundred different languages,” he finally answered as he pulled his hand from her cheek. He watched her slightly shutter with delight as his fingertips moved gently across her chin.

Standing five foot ten, he wasn’t the tallest man in Star Fleet. Nor was his build exceptional. His brown hair matched his brown eyes, along with his styled mustache and beard. It was his smile; his eyes and his general demeanor that made him exceptionally kind on the eyes. He wore a red turban with subtle artwork on it. His simple stylish brown shirt and blue jeans did little to have him stand out in a crowd of civilians, though on the shuttle with only Star Fleet officers, he stood out. The other noticeable thing was the complete absence of anything Star Fleet related.

Moments later, he had his bag in hand and was walking the short distance down the gang ramp towards the USS Wolverine. There were so many questions in his mind. But the single biggest was, would he use the contact information of that giggly little Ensign. After all, she went through so much trouble to smuggle it into his bag.

He smiled as the last airlock door opened on to the Wolverine. It felt good to be back home, even if it was much earlier than expected. He turned and walked the corridors of the Wolverine till he came to a wall panel. ‘Better let the Captain know, I’ve returned,’ he thought to himself.

He tapped his codex authorization into the panel and asked, “Location of Captain Boudreaux.”

The female voice spoke steadily, “Captain Boudreaux is located in his quarters.” Jason turned and headed for the Captain’s quarters.

Reaching the Captain’s quarters, he set his bag down. Kneeling next to the bag, he pulled out a medium-sized, gift-wrapped box. Giving it a last-minute check, he finally nodded. He chimed the door then slowly stood up while holding the box in one hand. He then reached down and picked up his own bag in the other.

Lieutenant Jason McLeod (CIO)

(OOC: for those that didn’t notice the tribute paid. The Holo-Drama was a near quote from “A Trekkie’s Tale” by Paula Smith published in Smith’s and Sharon Ferraro’s ‘Star Trek fanzine Menageriein’ in 1973)

Remy had been relaxing in his quarters, sitting in his favorite spot, with a tall glass of bourbon in his hand when the chime rang. He was expecting Alita to arrive with some Cajun boudin she promised to make for dinner. She had followed Tante Mattie’s, and had become quite adapt at making his favorite’s.

Opening the cabin door, he was rubbing his hands together in anticipation of delicious meal he was about to receive, as well as the treats she would offer him after dinner.

“‘Bout time, cher. I’m starvine fo’ dinner and dess----“

Standing in the doorway wasn’t Alita holding a pot of boudin, but the ship’s chief of intelligence.

“—errrr----Ja-SON?!? I tought you were no’ due back fo’ a few mo’ days?”

Boudreaux (CO)

Jason Stood there with a broad smile, “actually, the, um, vacation was meant to be extended a few more months. But I guess someone felt it was more important to bring me home earlier.” He motioned towards a seat.

After waiting for permission to take a seat, “while I can’t help your hunger.” He held the gift-wrapped box towards Remy. “What do they say,” he said then switched to his best Romulan accent, “beware of Romulans baring gifts.” He allowed the gift to be accepted as his voice changed effortlessly back to his South African accent, “I am sure you will love it.”

As he allowed Remy to open the box, Jason took a much more relaxed posture, “I tell you, those Mulaxians are a hell of a party crowd.” His voice filled with humor and ease. The tone of his relaxed and joyous voice matched his non-regulation clothes or grooming. He reached up and ran his hand through his long loosely kept hair as he continued.

Opening the box, Remy found sitting in a velvet cushion, a .44-40 caliber Colt Army revolver, along with a note of authenticity, that this was the gun used by Sheriff Pat Garrett to kill outlaw Billy the Kid. His jaw dropped and he was speechless as he inspected the pistol.

Finally, he was able to form the words. “Jason, merci, mon ami. Wha. . .where, . . how were you able to get dis piece of history in you’ ands/”

Jason smiled as his voice softly shifted into a southwestern accent that was often attributed to the vids of the wild west in the archives, “Let’s just agree that you won’t quantum date the gift.” He gave a playful wink and smile that left those watching wondering if he was being serious or yet again being dishonest for the sole purpose of flare. Jason’s ability to weave a believable story was well known throughout the Black Fleet and possibly beyond. Shifting back to his original topic with ease he continued speaking of his ‘vacation’ as if nothing had changed.

“Their whole culture is based on celebrating life in general,” he smiled and winked. “Met this one woman with legs that wouldn’t quit, and her eyes.” He shook his head as he eyes softly glazed over, “intoxicating doesn’t go far enough.”

He frowned deeply, “and the threat to them is very real. Hopefully their acceptance into the Federation will go smoothly and without delay.”

Lieutenant Jason McLeod (CIO)

Alita knew she was running late but no cream would be whipped before it’s time in her kitchen. She had gone all out with dinner and dessert tonight. Anything that came after that Remy would have to start himself.

Stepping up, she rang the chime. Better late than never.

• Alita

Jason smiled, “Is that the dinner that you were waiting for, Remy.” Jason would have never used the Captain’s first name in public or around other officers, but in private, that was different. Remy was more than just his commanding officer; the man was like a brother to Jason. A loud, difficult to understand, and apparently hungry brother. Jason smiled at the flood of memories, ‘I wouldn’t have it any other way.’ He fondly thought of this man he called brother.

“Oui, at least, I ‘ope so,” the CO replied. He placed the gun back in the box and carried it with him to the door. Hoping this time it would be Alita at the door, he looked to be sure before saying anything.

Grateful, that in fact, it was Alita this time, he invited her in with a kiss on the cheek. “Welcome, cher.”

As Remy walked to the door, Jason found a chair to take his seat. No sooner was he seated was Alita brought in. In a show of both good upbringing and respect, he rose from his seat and gave her a nod. Before her stood a man with a well-trimmed short, boxed beard and mustache. His dress and hair were nowhere near Star Fleet Regulations let alone matching his rather former demeanor. His tan skin reflected many days in the sun. “Alita, stunning and,” taking in a deep sniff, “hard at work cooking as usual,” he said with a friendly smile.

Catching a scent of the boudin, he whispered to her, “Dat smells a delicious as you do, love.”

Boudreaux (CO)

Alita stepped into Remy’s quarters and the hovercart obediently followed. She saw the box in Remy’s hand and noticed Jason afterwards.

“Well, I guess it’s a good thing I made a lot.”

Smiling, she stepped towards Remy and put her arms around him, laying her head on his shoulder and half closing her eyes. If Remy looked down, he would see that Alita had been awake too long or, perhaps, been crying.

Remy pulled back slightly so that they could look into each other’s eyes. His look softened and his eyes filled with concern. He was about to ask what was wrong when–

Squeezing him tightly for a few seconds she kissed him on the cheek and stepped away.

He returned the squeeze before reluctantly letting go.

Smoothing out the black minidress she wore, Alita got to work laying out plates. Luckily there were a few extras of those also.

“So where the hell have you been and don’t give me any of that ‘I don’t want to talk about girlfriend eight, nine, ten, eleven merde. I don’t want to hear it.” Alta said with a smile. Her green eyes actually sparkled and she seemed in fair spirits but the more liquor there was in that glass of sweet tea, the better off she would probably feel by the end of the night.

• Alita

He laughed, “It is never that I don’t want to talk about it. Its that I’m not allowed to.” He turned to Remy sharing a smile that was more a hint of concern regarding her appearance and the hint of her possibly crying. He was going to ask her if she was okay but knew all too well that Remy cared as much if not more for Alita than he did. He wasn’t about to short the man in this regard.

• Lieutenant Jason McLeod (CIO)

Slightly nodding to Jason, that he acknowledged his own concerned look, Remy tabled the topic for the time being. Whatever was bothering his lover, he wasn’t going to bring Jason into it unless she wanted him to.

“Well, Ja-SON, it looks as dough you will get a chance to sample ‘Lita’s Cajun cuisine, straight from Tante Mattie’s special cookbook.”

Boudreaux (CO)