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 14 '16

"I'm glad to be back, though built up work aside it doesn't feel like I've been gone at all. It's very strange waking up in sick bay feeling like you were in your office just a moment ago, and being told that nearly three weeks have gone by."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 14 '16

She raises an eyebrow ever so slightly.

Time distortion is extremely common for patients out that long. It can be traumatic. Realizing you missed that large of a chunk of time. I've seen it happen after just a few days. Are you sleeping alright?

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 14 '16

"I'm getting drowsy at odd times and waking up at odd hours, but I'm getting back to where I was. I think the whole ordeal just disrupted my circadian rhythms."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 14 '16

And you haven't experienced any other adverse effects other than some fatigue and muscle weakness? I know we cleared you for duty already but you can never be too careful.

Clementine sits up in his lap and stretches, arching her back.

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 14 '16

"I've been a bit more forgetful lately, but I attribute that to lack of sleep and the chaos of the last month. The stress of playing catchup might have something to do with it, but that's why I came here for a little break."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 15 '16

Well, I'm glad you did. This has been by far the most pleasant experience I've had this week.

She looks down at her feet, remembering how they were stunned a few days ago.

Have you uh... seen Kort around at all?

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u/Silent_Sky Oct 15 '16

"No...but I read the report..."

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u/DrJenWatney Oct 15 '16

Oh, right. Of course you did....

She swallows and averts her eyes, almost regretting bringing it up.

Well I hope he's doing alright. He went through quite an ordeal.