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When you can't talk face to face

Posted Dec. 18, 2021, 7:22 a.m. by Lieutenant Commander Richard Marsh (Person Who Keeps The CO In Line (XO)) (Matt Bongiorno)

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Richard Marsh (Person Who Keeps The CO In Line (XO)) in When you can’t talk face to face

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Brenna Neenna Atoded (Chief of Pets & 2nd Officer (COP)) in When you can’t talk face to face

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Richard Marsh (Person Who Keeps The CO In Line (XO)) in When you can’t talk face to face
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Brenna, after being convinced to stay yet another night, was blissfully hiding under the blankets enjoying yet another day off. Richard had left for his shift taking Fenris with him. Geri seemed to be having a harder time with the situation than Fekri and Fenris. Fenris was like a 12 week old puppy with a giant bone for the first time. He couldn’t get enough of Richard. Fekri seemed content to greet Fenris enthusiastically at the end of the day and leave it at that. Geri on the other hand whined all day, sniffing at Fenris’ bed and food dish, his toys, and when he finally reappeared at the end of the day, Geri would not leave him alone. Two cold noses made their way under the blanket and nudged her hand. “Oh come on boys. Didn’t you eat with Fenris?” She groaned as she heard the whines. “Okay okay I’m up.” She slipped out from under the blanket and pushed the mass of hair out of her face. Fekri and Geri dancing around. They needed to go OUT.

She walked into the bathroom, picked up her hair brush and worked the knots out of her hair and then pulled it back using the clips on the counter. Brushed her teeth, washed her face, and then reappeared in the bedroom. She smiled with a glance at the closet, Richard’s things were always half sneaking out of the closet. She shook her head at the dresses hanging in the closet. She shook her head, “D$^& I replicated a lot of duplicates in 4 days. This is crazy, it’s like I live here.” She pulled one out and slipped it on, a warm pink, form fitting, floor length dress with long sleeves, and in traditional Betazoid fashion and a-symmetrical neckline. She slipped her feet into soft soled ballet style slippers and calling Fekri and Geri she headed out and to the arboretum to let them run. While the dogs ran and got out their energy, Brenna was tapping away at on a PaDD. A for his eyes only message appeared on his console. Good morning, Richard......I woke up and you were gone, it made me sad.

A little while later another message popped up on Marsh’s console. Hey, you can’t ignore me Richard…I’m persistent. Maybe not as much as you though. BUT I know what today is! He could almost hear the sing-song tone of her voice. It’s your birthday. And I got you a Captain America Cake! And for your present…I decorated your OFFICE!

Then over the ships comm came the whistle and then, “Attention Constellation Crew. This is your 2O speaking. Today is Lt Cmdr Marsh’s Birthday! Commence the Birthday Pranks! Atoded Out!”

Lt Cmdr Atoded, CoP

Richard was working in his office on reports and after hearing Brenna’s announcement on the comm he responded with a chuckle accompanied by a smile across his face.

The messages continued All. Day. Long. Brenna was having far too much fun at his expense, but still the guilt over what she had done years ago was an ever constant companion. And the what-ifs were a demon she could not ignore. Brenna might be 2O here, but she was still assigned to SF Intel and they could always reassign her at their whim. Towards the end of his shift another message appeared. You’ve been quiet all day. Have you finally remembered how crazy I am? Are you starting to wonder what you’ve gotten yourself into, yet again?

Do…do you remember sophomore orientation? Getting separated from everyone else at Redwood National Forest? I do. And there has not been one day in the last eight years that I have not wished for the ability to turn back time. I am so sorry, Richard.

Atoded

Richard finished up working on a mountain of reports and stood up from his chair as he made his way to the replicator, “Chicken pot pie and fruit punch.” The replicator responded with a hum as it produced his lunch just about instantaneously. He could not imagine how previous starships back in the 23rd century made it without holodecks and replicators as he had appreciated living during this time. He set his meal on his desk, sat down in his chair, and looked over his PADD seeing a multitude of missed text messages from Brenna. He said to himself as he flashed a grin, “Looks like someone has to much time on their hands this morning or perhaps she is crazy about me.” As he heard himself he thought of the song from the 20th century band ‘Styx’ called ‘To Much Time on My Hands.’ and had the computer begin playing the song on the speakers in the office. As he relaxed listening to glorious historical music, he read through Brenna’s sages and responded in kind Hello Brenna, Yes, I remember sophomore orientation. However, what is in the past, is in the past. I want to move forward in our relationship towards a greater future. Thank you for making the cake for me and showing me how much you truly care about me. I am glad that I have you back in my life. After finishing his text, he clicked send, and moved onward to begin eating his lunch.

  • Marsh, XO.

Brenna smiled at his text. Here she was being morose and feeling guilty and Richard was being a goofball. He would know she got his message because he would hear her soft mental laughter in his head and a warmth that he associated with her.

Later right before the end of his shift another message. Richard!! Hurry up. The icecream is melting and Geri is trying to eat your cake!!

Atoded

Richard grinned at Brenna’s text message and responded I will be at my quarters shortly. Try to keep the kids under control until I get home. He finished up a few small tasks in his office and then exited heading in the direction of his quarters with high hopes of enjoying the rest of evening.

Marsh, XO

Brenna chuckled, “Ha! Even with your bad attitude Geri, he’s calling you one of his kids. Come on time to get ready.” Brenna was not indulging in this particular part of the festivities because it was just too complicated. She had no idea who she should pick for herself. But Geri and Frekri and Fenris (who Brenna had summoned home early) were dressed as superhero dogs Ace, Krypto, and Cosmo the Space Dog. And little Luna was not to be left out, she got to be dressed up as Waffles the Super Rabbit.

In addition to cake and ice cream (that wasn’t really melting), Brenna had replicated a replica shield and helmet for Richard. There was popcorn, soda, and the four gods save her, they were going to watch a super hero movie.

Atoded, CoP

Richard entered his quarters and saw the little costume party that Brenna had created with her dogs. They were all dressed up to the nines for the Captain America theme that Brenna was going for the party. He then looked around the room and set his eyes on the birthday cake prize. It looked rather amazing and he turned to face Brenna, “First off, how long did it take you to dress the kids? Also, that cake is not melted. You lied to me woman.” He grinned, “The place looks great, in fact, I love it! Is that my shield and helmet? The design is fantastic and truly captures all the Captain America stands for in a fashion sense. We should go to the holodeck and enact one of the many stories of Captain America. However, I have a crucial question for you.” He walked up to her, looked down into her beautiful black eyes, set his hands on her hips, and paused for a moment keeping her in suspense, “Will you please for the love of God be my blonde version Peggy Carter?” He ran his fingers through her hair to dramatically indicate that she was blonde and not brunette like the actual character. However, Richard preferred Brenna’s blondness over a brunette any day of the week, “The real Peggy is a brunette, but your hair is a better choice in my personal opinion. So what do you say lady?” He winked at her to flirt a little bit accompanied by his fun loving tone of voice. He sounded like a child on Christmas day with so many opportunities available to pursue accompanied by being spoiled with the many gifts that his girl friend had provided him with that evening.

Marsh, XO

Brenna just laughed as he went on about everything. Brenna couldn’t help it, she loved when he held her close like that, and she didn’t mind him running his fingers through her hair either. She grinned, eyes dancing when he winked at her. “First off, only about 10 minutes they were all very well behaved,” and at that Luna came over and thumbed his foot to get his attention. The small rabbit was also in on the fun, sporting a Waffles the Super Rabbit costume. “Also I did not lie to you, I said the ice cream was melting and Geri wanted to steal cake off the table. And yes I am a woman, glad you noticed.” She stretched up and kissed his cheek. “Sre I’ll be your Peggy Carter, but one question - who is she?” Brenna had no idea about super heroes or the like and Richard knew that. “And do you want cake now or later?”

Atoded, CoP

OOC: Bump for self

  • Matt

A winning smile spread across Richard’s lips. His expression was similar to mirroring a child at their own birthday costume party, he was in his own dream Valhalla heaven with the Asgardians at this point if we were talking in Marvel terms. Richard responded to Brenna with a tone full of excitement in his voice, “So! If you want to learn about Peggy Carter we will have to watch ‘Captain America - The First Avenger’. That will most definitely help you get started. You could read the comics which are even more nostalgic, but I have always been a visual learner personally. I even take on the iconic role in the holodeck sometimes, that is equally incredible, but it takes time and adds to wear and tear on the body if you know what I mean.” He winked and then continued on his tangent, “Then after seeing that, we can continue along the entire timeline, because you will love it regardless, you just do not even know it yet. You are about to become addicted to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and there is no escaping this black hole my dear. No course correction can save you at this point sweet cheeks.” Richard laughed and gestured to the cake, “Lets eat cake as well babe. Can we light some candles? Let me make a wish!” Richard was looking forward to the night these two had in story with one another.

  • Marsh, XO

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