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Ai's First Social Services Case - The Mysterious File of Lai Kitrian

Posted April 12, 2023, 6:45 p.m. by Civilian Samikah Jaxsyn (Administrative Assistant, Medical & Social Services) (Mika Jackson)

Posted by Civilian Aiofemi T. Oshiro (Director of Medical and Social Services) in Ai’s First Social Services Case - The Mysterious File of Lai Kitrian

Posted by Civilian Lai Kitrian (Independent Operator) in Ai’s First Social Services Case - The Mysterious File of Lai Kitrian

Posted by Civilian Akem (Independent Operator) in Ai’s First Social Services Case - The Mysterious File of Lai Kitrian
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When the door opened, Ai immediately began to explain Samikah’s presence. “Hi, Ms. Kitrian. I apologize in advance, I had to bring along my assistant, Samikah. I hope you don’t mind. She was helping me gather some items to bring along.” Aiofemi held up some of the bags in her hand as an offering.

Samikah smiled and added, “Yeah, she can’t really do anything without me. So this is probably not the last time you will see me. I won’t be staying though. I am only here to help deliver your supplies.”

Lai nodded and stepped to the side to let them in.

She entered the apartment, and Samikah followed behind her. Aiofemi looked at Akem and presented a smile. “I mostly got you some personal care items, some fruits, blankets, and socks.” She placed the bags down and went through one of them, “I also stopped at a Parchment and Quill store and picked up a very attractive journal and pen set.” She held it out to Lai.

Dr. Ai Oshiro, DMSS

Confusion played across her face as she reached out, hesitating, before her fingers gripped the journal. With her other hand, her fingertips traced over the cover, soaking up the texture. She looked up at Oshiro. “I don’t understand,” she said softly. “Why would you give me this?” She didn’t look at Akem but she projected to him, This place is so different. Odd. It makes me nervous.

~Lai Kitrian

Ai smiled and then said, “It’s called a gift. I guess it can be viewed as a peace offering of sorts. Humans often present them to others as a sign of goodwill or good faith. I hoped it would help facilitate your trust in me.” She was being direct and honest. “I don’t have any telepathic abilities, however, I can sense your uneasiness, even over the phone.” She reached into another bag and pulled out a gift for Akem, “I go this for you, Akem.” It was an electric kettle Samikah had picked up from the new Golden Klaxut Market. “Hopefully you are a coffee or tea drinker. The great thing about this gift is that you can both enjoy it.”

Lai looked to Akem with a mixture of curiosity and uncertainty as she held the journal. “I see,” she said softly.

Still, she could tell that they were not quite comfortable. Ai was afraid she was trying too hard to earn their trust. “Why don’t we get started? We can check out all the things I brought you later, after our chat.”

Dr. Ai Oshiro, DMSS

Akem carefully took hold of the kettle. He looked it over before gingerly setting it down. I’m not sure I can be a great voice of reason to you. I’ve only ever seen gifts as tricks. An offering to the cat to get closer before shoving the poor thing into a cage. They haven’t done anything yet. No harm in keeping a wary eye.

I know, Lai told him.

Akem grinned allowing his untreated pheremones to do their work. He moved by Lai, a hand briefly touching her as he gently glided by to offer a hand to Oshiro. “I am pleased to make your acquaintence.”

If she took his hand, a feeling of peace would wash over her as his abilities manifested.

-Akem

“As I am pleased to make yours.” Relieved at the welcome she did take his hand and did almost instantly feel a surge of peace. She squinted her eyes as she looked around and a smile formed on her face. “Strange.” She said out loud, “I just got the most tranquil and harmonious feeling.” Of course she wasn’t aware it was due to Akems pheromones and took it as a good sign that she was right to take on this case herself.

Meanwhile, Lai took a seat on their little sofa, but there was an armchair and an ottoman in addition to dining chairs. She watched Akem interact with Oshiro and took slow and deep breaths to steady herself. She was still trying to figure out what their lives would look like now and it was honestly overwhelming.

~Lai Kitrian

“So I see you have only been on Oed for a short time.” She said as she took a seat on the ottoman. “What do you think of the colony so far. Are you planning to stay? If so I’d like to know how I can help you build a long term future here.”

Dr. Ai Oshiro, DMSS

As Samikah prepared to leave, she paused and took a quick look at Lai. Yes. I am sure that is the same energy I felt in the Golden Klaxut market the other day.
However, she didn’t say anything or bring it up, but instead, she said to Aiofemi, “I hope your visit goes well. I would not overthink things too much. Just be yourself.” She gave Aiofemi a pat on the shoulder. Then she looked at Lai and Akem. “I am afraid I cannot stay. My boss keeps me very busy and I have a lot to do before the end of the day. It was nice to meet you both.” With that, she headed to the door and exited the apartment.

Samikah, ADMSS


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