XO meets Intelligence

Posted on Monday 7 August 2023 @ 17:35 by

Mission: Where no one has gone before
Location: Crew Lounge Level 6
1140 words - 2.3 OF Standard Post Measure

A message came from Commander Mathias McPhee sent to both Grekas and Bacon. Meet me in the crew lounge on deck six.- McPhee. then the tall redhead went to meet the two intelligence officers in one of the more quiet areas of the ship. He just wanted to get to know them as there hadn't been much interaction with them. And it was best for all concerned to get to know them.

He got himself a pot of tea as well as some small cakes to munch on whilst he waited for the two men to arrive. In the meantime Mathias was humming a tune, a slightly jolly tune which reminded him of Scotland.

In one corner of the crew lounge, the corner was dark. A voice came from the darkened area. " So what can I do for you Executive Officer McPhee? " As a figure emerged from the shadow in civilian garb. " Lieutenant JG Bacon reporting as requested Sir. " As he seated himself at the table. " I've sent all the latest intelligence from Starfleet to you and the Captain, Was there something unsatisfactory in how they were prepared Sir? " He asked.

Kailu wasn't a fan of meetings, even more so in such a public place as a crew lounge. He preferred people on paper, there was less innate chatter and no need for small talk. Joining Starfleet had brought him out of his shell a touch, being with Evelyn even more so recently, but his nature was not one of sunshine and daisies.

Entering the crew lounge he looked around and saw the flare of the red hair of the XO and he was talking to a member of Kailu's staff of whom he had yet to meet. He dragged himself forward to meet the two.

"The reports have been satisfactory, and I had thought this area would be less crowded than most." Mathias stated, as he looked around. He caught sight of the Chief of Intelligence approaching. "Ah, Lieutenant Grekas?" watching as the man drew near. His gaze of complete examination and assessing. One of his eyes were blue, and the other was green, with tints of gold in both. He has what is termed heterochromia.

Kevin looked at the two other officers who were now at the table, one the ship's executive officer and his department head. " May I inquire what this meeting is about Sir? " He asked curious about it's nature.

"Good heavens." Mathias rumbled slightly. "this is the first chance I have to meet up with the Intelligence department, plus getting a drink as well. As I have erroneously thought there wouldn't be many people about, then we shall go somewhere else." the redheaded XO rising from the table. He was not happy with how things were already started. "Shall we away to your offices and conduct this further?"

" So this is just a meet and greet then? " Kevin asked. If so then can we talk somewhere else if you don't mind? My quarters are close by and I can put on a fresh pot of coffee or crack open a bottle of a good Irish whiskey. Which ever you prefer, That and BB will most likely ignore us anyway. He won't come out unless he wants to be fed. "

"BB you say? And a drink sounds like a good plan, yes let's take it to your quarters then Lieutenant Bacon." he directed his gaze towards Grekas, "Shall we?"

The doors to Kevin's quarters swished open and the trio stepped in. " Make yourselves comfortable, what would you care to drink " He asked. In the windowsill a black cat lay, his head looked towards the trio that had entered with a look of disinterest and turned his head back to watch the more interesting stars pass by outside the window.

"Lovely companion you have there." Mathias commented, giving BB a once over glance then turning to Bacon. "Tea would suffice, as I do not drink Synthahol as I am allergic to it."

" I don't care for Synthahol myself Sir, And Jameson Irish Whiskey doesn't make Synthahol. It's a twenty year old whiskey Sir, But if you'd like some tea I'd be more than happy to get it for you. " He said. Lieutenant Grekas, What can I get for you Sir? "

"Oh I'll take a bit of what you had just offered, instead. A little bit of Jameson would be lovely." Mathias answered. "Its been awhile since I've had any spirits.Been caught up in my work as being an XO." he added.

Kevin got down three highball glasses and poured the drinks and went to the replicator and ordered the fixings for twenty one street tacos (since they're on the small side.) and sat the platted in the center of the table and took a seat. " Now that we have food and drink, who wants to start this thing off? " Kevin asked.

"Well now a few quick questions before I probably will be pulled away to other duties. For a starting question, what do you like to do when on personal time?" Mathias asked.

Kevin thought briefly. " Do in my time off? Well I play the guitar. As he motioned to the guitar sitting in the corner of the room. " I like hiking and camping, writing some poetry while in nature, I enjoy encryption puzzles and I train in martial arts. " answered Kevin. " Oh and I dabble in cooking on a learning program in the holosuite. "

Mathias gave a bit of a nod towards Kevin, "That is a worthy skill to learn. just then his padd beeped and he tapped it. "Yes?"

"Commander McPhee you are needed on the bridge." Mathias gave out a sigh, "Looks like duty has found me once more. Gentlemen I will bid you adieu." the tall XO unfolding himself from the chair he was seated in. "I will see you on the flip side" giving a chuckle before he left Kevin's quarters.

Kevin chuckled. " Duty always finds us sir. I still have some reports to file myself and some time to get a bit of sleep before my next shift. So a good night to you both, and it was enjoyable to have this little get together. " Stated Kevin as he started to clean up the used dishes and hand wash them.

"Aye you have a good night as well." With a wave, Mathias as well as the silent Kailu who gave a nod towards Kevin Bacon. the two men left.

END

○●● Lieutenant Commander Mathias McPhee
Executive Officer
USS Merlin


●● Lieutenant Kailu Grekas
Chief Intellegence Officer
USS Merlin


○●Lieutenant JG Kevin Bacon
Intellegence Officer
USS Merlin