Starfleet Commander Ananda Greydon is a graduate of The University of Betazed and, a member of the newly formed Starfleet Counseling Service.
Half human, half Betazoid - her silhouette could be described as imposing: A tall woman by any standard, sh...
"Remind me again why we're doing this?" huffs Yoshi.
"Because we care about Ananda, and Nyota ships out soon. When she gets back, Nanda will have been pregnant, given birth and her baby will be in nursery school. This is the only celebration Nyota will be able to attend in person." Kay thoughtfully explains.
"I dunno, guess it'll be worth it. Did you invite Lydia? Haven't seen her in a long time." Yoshi asks, with a gleam in her eye. "Yes, I reached out to Lydia. She'll meet us after Roll Call," Kay confirms. "Vida, Janeczka, and Louisa said they'd join us as well. And of course, Kent will be the rooster in the henhouse," she chuckles.
"Cool. Hey... Where's Ananda?" A look of concern suddenly flashes across Yoshi's face and she begins to fidget nervously.
"Yoshi... What's wrong darlin'?" asks Kay, now equally concerned.
"Thought I saw some dude lurking at the bar who looked like Khan. But he's on lock down, right?" Yoshi wonders.
"As far as I know, he's still in custody. Wow, Yoshi... You should see your face. You're really scared, aren't you?"
"Yeah! I mean... No, I'm okay. I just, I dunno... This whole thing creeps me out, Kay. I know you can't tell me most of the details, but what you have shared worries me. Ermagherd, ick factor!" Yoshi shudders dramatically and sticks out her tongue.
"One of the reasons we're here is to show our support, Yoshi. How many times has Nanda been there for you? I'd imagine you've lost count by now. She needs us to be strong with her, not for her. Most of all, she needs a sense of normalcy to help keep her on track. A girl's night out might be what she really needs right now. If you can't do this for her, you can leave. I might be a little hurt, but I'd understand."
Without invective, Kay has reminded her friend why they're gathering this night. Yoshi knows that Kay has spoken the truth. And so, decides to stay. She throws herself into a chair, and shakes her head.
"We good?" Asks Kay. "Yeah. We're cool. But seriously? This whole creepy feeling started because I saw that guy. I'm telling you... The resemblance is uncanny."
"I hear ya." Kay nods, in affirmation.
Just then, Nyota arrives, she too appears visibly shaken.
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"You saw him too, didn't you?!" Yoshi shrieks.
"Yeah, just over there..." With a trembling hand, Nyota points toward the bar. Kay notices that Nyota seems a little unsteady on her feet.
"Sit down, sweetie. You gonna be alright?" Asks Kay. "Yeah-yeah-yeah. I'm fine." She tries to reassure Kay, but the good doctor remains concerned.
"Can I get you something?" Kay and Yoshi ask, in unison.
"Slusho, please." smiles Nyota. "I'll have an Arcanis Lager" Yoshi chimes in.
"Okay, one Slusho, and one Arcanis coming up..." laughs Kay. On her way to the bar Kay glances at her wristwatch and wonders about the guest of honor. "It's not like Nanda to be late..."
