Posted by Ensign “Morning Bright” (Scientist) in A good morning…

Posted by Lieutenant Kadence Argona (Counselor) in A good morning…

Posted by Ensign “Morning Bright” (Scientist) in A good morning…
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There was barely a ripple as nostrils and eyes broke the surface, this could well be an alligator in the Atchafalaya Basin. But no, it was in-fact the holo deck on a starship over a century away as light travels.

In the early hours before the start of his shift “Morning Bright” has chose this particular place out of a child like curiosity. Inspired buy his new captain. With a gentle undulation of his body, and powerful strokes of his tail he swam to the shore, sliding up the bank much in the same way the native reptiles did.

Tho the safeties were in place he still had to deal with the native fauna, and as the largest ‘gators’ approached his size they could be a concern with out said safty protocols. In fact the slide he had chosen to come out of the water was occupied buy a large bull, and it reacted with a threat posture, tail stiff, mouth agape and a gut earl his. Despite being fully sentient and of a civilized species, Gnal still reacted to their baser instincts, as did most other intelligent species. The Alligators threat was met buy “Morning Bright’” own. He rosewoods his full hight, deploying both his dewlap and crest to full hight, wile his head turned orange and turquoise. His body canted to the threat, his head up the alien’s head looked massive to the poor eyesight of the terrestrial predator.

The two circled one another utile The alligator had a clear path to the water, and “Morning Bright” was on the bank. After the beast slipped into the water, “Morning Bright” relaxed and composed his features, looking around rather sheepishly to insure that no one had seen his childish indulgence.

With a rumble of pleasure he policed up his uniform and he gain to dress, pulling on first the blue gaiter, and then the black and grey tunic, clipping rigid caller closed and ensuring the cape laid properly across his back. The synthetic fabric would be dry the instant the holograph ended taking with it’s pseudo-water. Refreshed after his morning run, and invigorating ‘bath’, he looked forward to the camaraderie of the mess hall. It was his habit to arrive early to take in the bulk of his meal in relative private as Gnalish table manners could be disturbing to the more delicate of sensibilities. He could then enjoy the rest of his ‘ ‘meal’ with our fear of offending his ship mates.

True to her word, the Counselor had provided a rather comfortable accommodation in one corner of the mess. With a plush carpet over tatami mats, cushions for the humanoids who seemed to enjoy the area as a social gathering point in their off hours and a large, sturdy table in the middle.

Making his way into the mess hall he ordered a large bowl of mollusks and aquatic vegetable, similar to terrestrial snails and kelp, along with a bowl of herbal tea. Standing over the low table he quickly gulped down his meal in a most unsettlingly predatory manor and washed it down with his snout in the tea bowl. After drying his snout with with the hand towel the replicator had provided with his meal,”Morning Bright” returned the dishes to be recycled and ordered a pitcher of flavored water and a bowl containing a mix of small fruit, toasted insects and nuts. This he would snack on wile he enjoyed the company of his shipmates.

Ensin “Morning Bright”

With Reilly having early morning briefings and her own schedule clear till lunch, Kadence had chosen the mess as the location for her morning meal. Stepping into the mess and seeing a few still lingering, she got some juice and tea along with some toast and fruit and moved towards “Morning Bright”. As she came close enough, her smile brightened a bit more. “Good morning. I hope this is working out well for you. It seems to be quite a hit in the evenings as well. The crew has even asked for the set up to be duplicated in another location in here as well as a couple of the relaxation points along the ship. It seems you are already contributing. May I join you? If you aren’t wishing some early morning privacy, that is.”

She was completely accepting of walking away if he wanted to be alone. Many did this early in the day.

Kadence
CNS
His color noticeably brightened, and his crest lifted slightly in what was becoming recognizable as a smile.
“Please, I would enjoy the company” Morning Bright had chosen to place him self right side against the wall, not out of a sense of security but habit. Limiting his field of view was simply conductive to conversations.

Evolving from pack hunters, Gnal were social creatures, and “Morning Bright” rather enjoyed “people watching” as well. The mess provided both.

Ensin “Morning Bright”

Kadence smiled and took a seat along the other wall so he could still see hear easily, but she had the hardness at her back to lean on as well. “I see things are looking up for you. I am glad the seating arrangement was so swiftly put in. I’m supposed to speak to the Captain this afternoon about the room arrangement. I think we have a solution for you.” She smiled teasing him and began to nibble on her meal. “How is everything else coming along? No hazing I hope.” She smiled at “Morning”.

Kadence
CNS

With a tilt of his head, “Morning Bright” examines his companion with with that particular sidelong stare. “Yes, thank you. It is more than adequate. As a bonus it seems to be popular with the rest of the crew.”

Considering her comment, “Perhaps only Fleet Marines are the only ones foolish enough to tease a creature more than 5 times their mass and evolved to hunt.” The deep rumble he maid was obviously a chuckle.

“ And how about yourself? How is your morning progressing?”

Ensin”Morning Bright”

Kadence smiled at the comment. “Perhaps. But something tells me even Fleet Marines would be wise not to cross you.” She winked teasing and relaxed against the wall. “The morning is going fairly well. I still have almost an hour till my first appointment and the ship is in fairly good health. I guess I can’t complain. It only makes things worse when you do.” She nodded and glanced around the room of the sparse few people in it. “I think if this little oasis is such a hit, I will definitely make sure there are more like them around here. I am glad you are settling in. Remember, if you need anything, I’m here for you.”

She took a final sip of her drink and sighed. “Sadly, much as I desire to remain here on the cushions and lounge the morning away, I suppose I should be going. Is there anything I can get you while I’m up?” She gathered up her few items and placed them on the tray to get ready to rise.”

Kadence
CNS

“No m’am, I am quite content. and as this is much more comfortable than the lab I intend to work on my reports right here.”
Curiosity as to her solution as to his quarters was certainly peaked but perhaps slowing her the pleasure of the surprise was best…

Ensin “Morning Bright”

“Well I am glad it’s working out.” She smiled and winked, “Though I am not sure I can get Science to place such a location in their area. I would fear that experiments would be more in the realm of the most comfortable position to eat lunch in, and I wonder if I can make this work in all areas of the ship.” She laughed. “But I can assure you, I am merely awaiting the Captain’s permission for the refit of your room and am hoping to get that response this afternoon or in the morning. So I hope we can get you all settled in sooner rather than later.” Rising up, she nodded. “And remember, let me know if you need anything else. As you can see, no one seems to be objecting so far. I’ll let you know soon as I hear. Can I get you anything else while I am up?” Now that she as standing, she hoped he wouldn’t see her offer as ‘too much to ask’.

Kadence
CNS