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Posted July 31, 2019, 9:19 p.m. by Lieutenant Sheriye (Chief Science Officer) (Krystelle Knight)

Posted by Captain Aurra Talisse (aCO) in Starbase Magellan
“I realize this is an unusual assignment for you Captain Talisse, but you are the one who is available at the moment.” He looked at the unhappy face of the woman across the desk. Perhaps unhappy wasn’t the right word…she looked angry. “It will be temporary, you have my word.” Admiral Soliz promised. “As soon as we find a replacement who is familiar with larger ships like the Chimera, you will be free to return to your usual duties.”

His final words had the desired effect. The muscles in Talisse’s face relaxed a bit. “I will hold you to that, Admiral. Being Re’man, I have no desire to spend the next few years surrounded by a thousand people every day.” Soliz nodded. Re’mans were a solitary species for the most part, which made them ideal for assignments patrolling the outer edges of Federations space, or observing and monitoring the peoples and life forms of planets approaching warp capability.

Soliz stood and ambled over to the window. He hoped it would look natural, like he was curious about what was happening outside and not like he was trying to put distance between him and the woman. That was the truth though. The Admiral wasn’t taking any chances on her reaction to the next news—he wanted to be out of arms reach.

“Ahem…one more bit of information, Captain.”

Aurra, who thought the worst of their conversation already over with, stood to leave but turned back. “Yes, Sir?”

“There is a party tonight in the Grand Ball room. I am ordering you to attend it to meet your new crew and to show respect to other dignitaries who will be there.” As Aurra hissed her displeasure, the Admiral felt the hairs on the back of his neck rise.

“I don’t ‘do’ gatherings, Sir.” Everyone who knew anything about Re’mars understood that.

Soliz squared his shoulders. “Well, you will do this one. It’s important, Captain. Everything you need has been left in your room for you. The gala officially begins at 2000 hours. I’ll see you then and give you the final details of your assignment.”

Their eyes locked and neither wanted to back down, but Aurra was well versed in military politics. She blinked and gave him a nod. “Alright, Admiral. I’ll be there. Thank you for…taking care of everything.” In truth, she wouldn’t have had the patience or inclination to spend time choosing clothing and adornments for the function.

With a slight bow, Talisse turned and exited the Admiral’s office.

        • (Later that evening)

The party was in full swing when a very different looking Aurra Talisse walked in on the arm of a very attractive man.

OOC: Okay everyone, think about a splendid ball, music, drinks, dancing and conversation.

D…
aCO Talisse

The doors whooshed open as Rear Admiral M’Ressa and Lieutenant Sheriye entered the Grand Ballroom. The Fleet Commander was attired in her full dress uniform and the younger Caitian Science Chief was clad in a traditional Caitian robe that was simplistic in its fold over and tied design. Both their back paws were unclad of boots, as they fit poorly on Caitian feet, but by that and their thick head of fur it was easy to see these two were related because of their distinctive black, gold and red fur. Both having similar streaks of coloring throughout as well.

Pausing just in the doorway to take in the elaborateness of the ballroom, M’Ressa nodded in satisfaction at her staff’s work as Sheriye murmured.”Wow, Admirral, you go all out.”
M’Ressa laughed at her grandkit’s comment as she looked for the esteemed guests that might be here already. Spying the new acting Captain, she headed over with a hold of Sheriye’s arm to pull her with her. She was well aware of her grandkit’s shyness but she would break her of it.

“Captain Talisse, I am Rear Admiral M’Ressa. I trust that Admiral Solez has gotten you somewhat acclimated?” She asked as she approached with a nod of greeting to the new Captain.

“This is my grandkit and a member of your new crew, your CSO Lieutenant Sheriye.” She added in introduction as she indicated Sheriye who was standing one step behind her. Her granddam had to turn to introduce her, one forepaw reaching back to pull her forward.

“Captain.” Sheriye said with a nod that was very reminiscent of her granddams. Obviously she was more effected by her granddam’s mannerisms then she probably realized.

Sheriye CSO
Fleet Captain M’Ressa


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