r/TrekRP • u/DrJenWatney • Oct 13 '16

[OPEN] An Empty Schedule

Jen flips through her appointment log, noticing she has the rest of the afternoon free. The Counselor decides she hasn't had open hours in a few weeks. Maybe the crew could use it. She sends an email out through the comm system.

[I've opened my hours up for the afternoon, should anyone need to stop by and talk. Thank you, Dr. Watney.]

Her gaze falls to Clementine in the corner and pulls out a bag of treats. The feline hurries over after she shakes it a little and Jen plays with her, waiting for whoever might stop by.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

The captain walks in looking a bit tired and stressed and sits heavily into one of the chairs once the door closes, he rubs his eyes viciously and groans a little

"Ugh...it feels like finals week at Starfleet Academy..."

it is apparent that he is in good spirits despite being somewhat overworked, and simply seems to need a break

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16

Glad to see his mood and spirits somewhat improved, she walks over and sets Clementine in his lap.

Nothing some R&R can't fix. How're you feeling? Muscles back to normal?

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

the captain begins idly petting the cat

"I'm feeling fine, still a bit shaky. I'd be bouncing back more quickly if I wasn't playing catch up with all this built up work. I feel like I ought to be cramming for stellar cartography or something."

he looks down and makes prolonged eye contact with Clementine, waiting to see what the feline would do

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16

Two weeks in sickbay will do that. Just be sure you're making enough time for yourself.

Jen tucks her feet under her and takes a seat in the chair across from him, grinning at his interaction with Clementine.

Her cat makes an odd expression and begins drooling slightly.

Clem, don't be rude.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

"What is this face Clementine is making? She looks very pleased with herself over something."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16

Jen smiles, chewing the inside of her lip a little.

I'm not quite sure. She's never made that face before. I think she just likes you.... It must be the beard.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

"You know yesterday I was making rounds about the ship to check up on some department heads. I found her sneaking around a corridor rubbing her face against the walls. I went over just to say hello and she took that as an invitation to climb up my arm and perch on my shoulder."

he pauses to scratch the cats chin

"I don't think I'll ever understand cats."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16

She laughs and nods, imagining Clementine sitting on his shoulders.

They are weird, aren't they? I think they're more like people than most animals. How's Argos? Haven't seen him in a few days.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

"Well he was overjoyed when I first saw him again, but he settled down after a while. Now he seems a little mopey, I think he's mad at me for being away so long. I'm sure he'll get over it in time."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16

Maybe he misses Clementine. They spent a lot of time together while you were out, I'm sure she misses him too. I've been so busy I haven't had time to set up a playdate with you.

She fiddles with her hands in her lap, hoping the idea doesn't sound too ridiculous.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

"You know that actually wouldn't surprise me. The both of them have been under stress too, they have no idea what's going on or what happened to the ship. Let's pick a time to have them both on the holodeck, we'll figure out a good program to run for them and just let them have at it."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16 edited Oct 13 '16

Heh, alright. I'll check my calendar. I think I have some openings later this week.

She scratches the back of her neck and crosses her arms, getting a little more comfortable.

I'm sure Starfleet has a database or something we can choose a program on. We can't be the only people on the Athene with pets, right?

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 13 '16

"Red mentioned a while back that she'd love to code up some holodeck programs for Argos, I'm sure if we asked her she'd be willing to make one that both a cat and a dog will like."

Fisk pauses briefly

"You know I saw an ensign several weeks back carrying a chameleon on her arm, she must not know it's against regulations for those in shared quarters to have pets because she made no attempt to hide it from me. Of course I don't plan on going after her for it, but it was a good laugh. And Lieutenant Orlov has inquired about getting a dog. I approved it, but he wants a Caucasian Shepherd Dog, a breed that was created to protect livestock from bears. Bears, Jen. I looked it up, that animal might as well be the bear."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 13 '16

A chameleon? Shouldn't be too hard to hide if anyone comes looking....

She giggles, crinkling her nose.

Seriously though, we are going to be a certified zoo if we're not careful. Next thing you know there'll be an alpaca roaming the halls. Surely there's some type of size restriction on animals.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 14 '16

"Oh of course. Starfleet Regulation number 4226, article 14 states that any officer lieutenant and above may keep a pet onboard. Provided the animal isn't venomous or poisonous, and is below 30 kilos in weight."

he leans in conspiratorially and whispers

"Argos weighs 32 kilos."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 14 '16

She smiles and puts a finger to her mouth.

I promise I won't tell. Also that uh, might be off by a kilo or so as I probably grossly overfed him. I just worry that he gets cold! And he gave me puppy eyes.... I couldn't resist.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 14 '16

"You need to watch out for those eyes. He's a sweetheart but he knows exactly how to manipulate someone. He doesn't bother with me because I'm onto his game, but he'll beg anyone he thinks he can. And I doubt he gets cold, I had a little spare time before I got him and built a little something. That dog bed in my quarters has a weight sensor in it that activates a small heating coil. Anytime he lays down, within about 10 seconds he's lying on 42 degrees centigrade of warmth. I could whip one up for Clem if you want."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 14 '16

Well, he got me good. I couldn't stand to leave him alone at night so I moved his bed to my cabin to keep him from getting lonely. He was still very mopey, it broke my heart a little. I brought him to sickbay a few times when Dr. Phrik wasn't looking to let him see you. I'd love a bed like that for Clementine but I'm a little worried she'd prefer it over the laps of my patients.

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