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Arboretum 3- An Offer You Can't Refuse

Posted May 6, 2022, 1:20 p.m. by Lieutenant Commander Liam Madison (Chief Science Officer) (Janice B.)

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Janna Kingston (Counsellor) in Arboretum 3- An Offer You Can’t Refuse

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Liam Madison (Chief Science Officer) in Arboretum 3- An Offer You Can’t Refuse

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Janna Kingston (Counsellor) in Arboretum 3- An Offer You Can’t Refuse

(snip)

“So, you’re not sleeping somewhere restful, not eating and not socializing in any meaningful way. If you were in my spot, would you declare that a suitable and healthy lifestyle?” Janna said.

~Janna Kingston, CNS

“By normal standards, no. Most of it was born of habit before the parasite and got better before it fell down again. Oddly enough, I have not lost any weight.”

Liam seemed unbothered by the poor habits he held, but he at least acknowledged them.

“The main reason I even remember lunch is because of a young lady and it’s a highlight of my day I look forward to. Even if it ends with me getting a shot then being sent on my way. Most of my fencing students have been reassigned and few show much interest in the sport.”

-CSO, Liam J. Madison, Sci.

“Well, I don’t care so much about normal standards, because there’s not such thing as normal, except what is typical for you,” Janna said pointedly. “Part of what we need to establish is what is working and what isn’t and start to fine-tune everything so that you are living the best life you can, that fulfills you.” She watched him, studying his reaction to her statements.

~Janna Kingston, CNS

“Fulfillment is subjective,” Liam countered.

“For me, it is within my work, expanding my knowledge, and aiding others into becoming better individuals. The later has its issues lately. I can not help others if I have to worry about the risk that the parasite might run rampant suddenly.”

At the thought, the creature stirred and his hands warmed slightly. Liam took a deep breath to collect himself.

“When thinking about it objectively, my life rotates around my work. I’ve never explored other possibilities to obtain that same drive or enjoyment. I wouldn’t even know where to start now.”

It was a painful admittance, but she wanted the truth.

“Amusing enough, the parasite hasn’t become really aggressive during this conversation. Occasional discomfort, but I was prepared for that.”

-CSO, Liam J. Madison, Sci.


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