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Side Sim - Ready Room - Not Your Average Morning Report (Tag CO)

Posted May 11, 2020, 3:31 a.m. by Lieutenant Junior Grade Brigette Marshall (Chief Engineer (CE)) (Melissa Aragon)

Posted by Captain Chris Taggart (Captain) in Side Sim - Ready Room - Not Your Average Morning Report (Tag CO)

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Brigette Marshall (Chief Engineer (CE)) in Side Sim - Ready Room - Not Your Average Morning Report (Tag CO)

Posted by Captain Chris Taggart (Captain) in Side Sim - Ready Room - Not Your Average Morning Report (Tag CO)
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Incident Report
Time: 2435
Location: Officer’s Quarters, Deck 3, CMO’s Quarters

At 2435, Security patrols were alerted to a series of noises from inside the quarters assigned to Lieutenant Kane, Chief Medical Officer. Upon arrival, patrol heard sounds of disturbance from inside. Security overrides were used on the locked door. Inside was found the berthing room’s assigned occupant. The room was in a state of total disarray, and some items were broken. Occupant was bleeding from his right hand. On site appearance was that occupant had caused the scene. Occupant was argumentative and hostile… so normal. Occupant refused to be taken to Sickbay. As the CMO, occupant was allowed to stay in his quarters only after producing medical kit and treating his injury. When asked why the occupant had cause so much ‘disorder’ in their living space, patrol was to ‘Stay in your f^#$ing lane.’ Patrol assessed scene, no others present. Occupant was told to keep it down and clean up the mess. Patrol learned new swear words and insults. Occupant finally agreed and patrol resumed duties.

Ensign M’Tov
Petty Officer First Class Benning

Kane, CMO

Chris was in his quarters when the alert came to him. He looked at it in disbelief and quickly got up and ran to Kane’s quarters. He pressed the chime before he realized he was in his boxers only.

Captain Chris Taggart CO

There was an obvious delay, then the door slid open to reveal Kane’s tattooed body wearing, ironically, only boxers as well (Kane’s being a vibrant plaid pattern). His hair looked as if the man had just woken up, as did the rubbing of his eyes. “Taggart. Whatchu want? Its freakin’ early.”

Kane, CMO

“I’m sorry. But I got a report that you hurt yourself. You want to talk about it? We can get some coffee and breakfast?”

Captain Chris Taggart CO

Kane held up a bandaged hand and said “I’ll fix it in a bit. Nothing major.” and he looked down at Taggart and himself. “Well, we could. But shouldn’t you be wearing… oh, I dunno… pants?”

Kane, CMO

“Ya well so should you. Besides, I’m the captain. Let’s get something to eat and talk. And fix that hand better or I will. Let’s go.” Chris just turned and went to the turbolift and waited.

Captain Chris Taggart CO

Kane yelled “Well wait a minute! You may want to run around in your skivvies, but not me.” and he walked back into the room, leaving the door open for Taggart.

Kane, CMO

“What’s the point having all those cool tattoos if no one sees them?” Chris yelled back. “I’m waiting!”

Captain Chris Taggart CO

Kane came out a minute later in shorts and a zipped up goody of faded blue. He had something in his hand which he threw at Taggart. “At least put that on. I dont want to see your nipples all through breakfast.” and they stepped into the lift.

Kane, CMO

In a weird, high pitched Asian voice Chris said, “My nipples look like milk duds!” Then put on the shirt and told the computer gally. “So what’s wrong?”

Captain Chris Taggart CO

Kane shook his head, his hair going all over. “Nothing. Had a bad night. It happens. And can we hold off on the quizzes until after coffee? It’s like you dont even think anymore, man.” he said with a half-hearted glare.

Kane, CMO

“Sure thing. And I do think..... just not that fast. When I heard that my only friend was in trouble, I came as fast as I could.”

The door opened and they went into the galley. They both got a bunch of stares but Chris went up to the cold with his tray anyway. “Grits, scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy and two pieces of toast, wheat.” He got what wanted and found a table to sit his tray down and went back to get coffee and orange juice and went back to his food.

Captain Chris Taggart CO

Kane grabbed a tray and got oatmeal, a ham and cheese omelet, rye toast, coffee and tomato juice and sat down across from Taggart. He picked up the mug and took a sip and said “Man, our coffee is really terrible.” and then just started eating.

Kane, CMO

Chris smiled and chuckled. “Yep!” He also ate for 10 minutes in silence. Didn’t ask Kane a single thing. He wanted Kane to be comfortable.

Chris

Bridie had woken up happy till the hangover hit her like a train. She washed up and put on her make up, hair bound as usual. Her uniform pleated in all the right places and flawless as always. It took a really close look to see the puffy eyes from crying more of the night and the blood shot white of her eyes from the empty whiskey decanter on her desk.

Knowing she needed more than coffee this morning, she headed for the mess. If she hadn’t had the scheduled tests for three systems this afternoon, she would have called off.

Silently she moved into the galley, oblivious to everyone in the room. Her mind was on last night and everything that had occured. She never noticed those who waved and shouted out good mornings. Her hand absently rising in acknowledment. She took a plate to the line and grabbed a couple pieces of toast and an apple. Grabbing a mug of coffee, she turned to head for the door. She was just gonna take it to her office and plan out her day so it ran smoothly.

Lt JG Brigette Marshall
Chief Engineer

Kane looked up and saw her, and then glanced at Taggart. Maybe he just wouldnt see her…

Kane, CMO

Buuuut Chris did notice her. “Hey Chief! Come join us!” He shouted out and took another sip of coffee. He looked at Kane and whispered. “I won’t ask anything while she or anyone is around.”

CO

Kane looked at her and then just shook his head, took a huge swig of coffee, got up and walked to the beverages. He brought back three new cups and set one in front of each of them. “Yeah… we’re all gonna need this.” he said as he sat down.

Kane, CMO

“Thank you.”

There was no mistaking the voice that hollered. Bridie froze in her tracks and swallowed as her eyes closed. Why this morning was the CO in the galley of all days?
She turned and smiled. “Morning, Sir.” She passed Kane as he was getting the coffees and tried not to look at him.

Taking her seat on the side of the table, she nodded to the Captain. “Morning, casual day on the ship, Sir?” She smiled and looked at his attire. This close he would see she looked overly tired.

Bridie
CE

“Well I um..no but I had to run out of my quarters quick. ” He looked at her eyes like he always does and noticed. “You look very tired Chief. You might want to get some more rest. “

Captain Chris Taggart CO

“Yeah… about that.” Kane said and leaned forward, pushing his tray away and leaning his arms on the table. “We need to talk. The three of us. We can do it here, or we can go back to my quarters for a little privacy. Your call.” he said to Taggart.

Kane, CMO

Bridie was about to take a sip of coffee and her eyes widened as she looked from one to the other.

Bridie
CE

Chris looked at both of them and frowned. In a serious tone, “Fine. But in my quarters so I can put on some pants.” He looked at both of them again and then got up and went towards his quarters.

Captain Chris Taggart CO

Kane shrugged and looked at Bridie. Wordlessly, he stood up, downed the coffee, and said simply “You first.” and gestured to the door.

Kane, CMO

Bridie took a deep breath and stood up. Taking her coffee, she proceeded him to the Captain’s quarters. The three of them walking down the hall like a small silent parade.

Bridie
CE

Once in his quarters he put on some pants but kept the shirt on that Kane let him borrow and started to brew a pot of good coffee in his kitchen. Without looking at any of them he spoke with his back turned making the coffee. The aroma was delightful.

“So which one of you going first?” Then he turned to face them. His one eye fixing on them both.

Captain Chris Taggart CO Fellowship of the Warp

Kane looked at Taggart and then at Bridie. Her face fear and nervousness. Taking a deep breath, he said “I’ll go.” and he looked directly at Taggart.
“So she and I have been working on this project and… ” and he stopped short. He pulled his hair out of his face, a move Taggart would have known meant he was extremely serious, and standing up said “We like each other. And we are gonna pursue it. And I know that sucks for you, and… well, frankly… I’m sorry. I didnt know about the two of you till after the fact. But it doesnt change anything. And before you ask, her crying… my room and my hand… all related to this. But its settled. Now if you want to punch me, I’ll give you a free one. But that still wont change it.” and he looked at her. “The feelings mutual. It just took a good argument to get the wires uncrossed.” He looked back at Taggart. “There you go. Told ya a long time ago, you may not like what I have to say, but it will always be the truth.”

Kane, CMO

He just looked at them both and nodded at Kane. They could tell he was angry and upset but he tried to keep his composure. Looking at Bridie and his voice cracking a little. “Is what he says true? And I want an answer and not a head shake.”

Chris

Bridie would have dropped her cup of coffee if she hadn’t frozen. She looked from him to Chris and back. Setting her cup on the counter beside the Captain, she looked at him. Her voice was low as she rested her hand on his bicep. “Chris, I still want movies and dinner nights with you. When I’m with you I can push everything away and ignore the outside world for a time. But I understand if you don’t want that.” She looked at Kane then back at Taggart.

Bridie
CE

“You didn’t answer the question. Is what he says true? Which I know it to be because he never lies! So yes or no? And movie nights will be done as a group. No more by ourselves. It’s not right to be seen late at night or dinner with someone else’s mate. People will talk and I don’t want that. So again no more things with me by ourselves that is not work related.”

The coffee maker chimed telling Chris it was done brewing. He turned and pulled it out and poured them all a cup and pushed it to the end of the counter for them. He then took a sip and breathed in the fine aroma to help calm himself down.

Captain Chris Taggart CO

She let go of his arm and backed up to stand between them. Her jaw tightened and she straightened her spine. She didn’t look at Kane cause she didn’t want to see his face. “Yes, he’s right. And I’ve never lied to you either. I didn’t set out for it to happen. I can tell you that. It happened. And I love him. If you want movies in a group, so be it. I am capable of maintaining a friendship and don’t give a Borg’s chip what anyone else thinks. But I will respect your wishes.”

She finally glanced back at Kane, her eyes were soft for him. She knew they would have to have it out so she simply picked up her empty coffee cup and nodded to them both. “I have to be there for shift change.”

Without another word, she disappeared out of the room. Once in the hallway, she took a shaky breath and clenched her teeth to keep the tears at bay and headed for engineering.

Bridie
CE


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