[center][b][h3][color=9e0b0f]Ensign Conlach - Lieutenant Jabari[/color][/h3][/b][/center]

Kojo was told to report to the Bridge. The Tricyion was about to depart the shipyards over Earth. He took his seat at the helm, reviewing the controls. They were quite similar to the [i]Majestic[/i]. A young Trill Ensign entered the bridge and took her seat at Navigation and Operations.


“Hello, Ensign,” Kojo said as he stood up. He turned to her, extended his right, “My name is Lieutenant Jabari. I assume you are the Navigator?”


Ginny smiled and shook his offered hand, “Indeed I am, Lieutenant. My name is Ginnel, but most folks call me Ginny.” She surveyed the bridge. “Isn’t this exciting? We’re on the threshold of adventure. One coordinate and we could be warped to a new civilization, discover new space and biological phenomenon, go where no one else has…” Then Ginny lightly blushed, somewhat hiding her spots. “Sorry. Just a bit overexcited I guess. Tends to make me a bit of a motor mouth.  This is my first fleet assignment. I guess you could say I’m a little ‘wet behind the ears.’ At least, that’s a term I heard some of the human instructors use. ”


“Well Ginny, it is very nice meeting you,” Kojo said with a knowing smile. “You must have just completed the Academy then. I served the past four or more years aboard the [i]USS Majestic[/i] as the ship’s Helmsman. The [i]Majestic[/i] is a Miranda-Class that served as a science ship, like the [i]Tricyion[/i]. It is slightly larger than this ship. I was able to learn and work at Navigations and Tactical while aboard the Majestic. If you have any questions, please ask. If I don’t know, I’m sure the First Officer can help.”


“What do you like to do in your free time?”


“It depends,” Ginny responded with a shrug.“I like to hang  out with the others usually in whatever they do. I’m up for most games and challenges.” Then she shook her head with a smirk, “Yet whenever it comes to a spar match, I’m out. I took the required courses, so I sort of know the basics. But that class I never did do well in. Usually fell asleep. I also like reading on occasion and singing. Oh and pilot simulators. Real piloting’s better, but simulators get close enough.”


“You?”


“I also enjoy flying,” Kojo quickly asserted. “And not just large star ships. I’ve been qualified on tactical, navigations as well as helm. Maybe we could do some flight simulations together sometime.” Kojo then shifted his weight onto his right leg and let the Ensign know what he really enjoys doing. “Contrary to your lack of desire, I actually enjoy engaging in unarmed combat and armed with bladed weapons or with a phaser. I’m always looking for a sparring partner, but apparently that is not you.” Kojo smiled at that one. “I enjoy reading a good fiction once in awhile too, but prefer the original paper and ink over digitized formats. It is less strain on the eyes.”


“What do you think of the Captain? She seems quite outgoing.”


“Yes, she does. Maybe we can finagle a good poker game around her without breaking regulations or something.” Ginny responded, “Actually, some of my favorite flights involve shuttle craft. They’re among the tightest turners and quickest responders out there, you know, especially, when entering the atmosphere.” Then she bit her lip, “Actually, how good are you at instructing? I know that sparring is a good skill to have in reserve in case of boarding or something happens during an away mission. And it’s a serious weakness to not be somewhat proficient. Or could you suggest something I could self study? I’ve always been one of the most agile of the class with quick reflexes, but among the bottom on the brute strength totem pole.”


Kojo listened to the Ensign talk about sparring. He knew that the critical component of sparring was conditioning. Without it, she wouldn’t last ten seconds. “Do you exercise regularly?” Kojo asked. “I’ve seen body builders attempt striking drills and run out of steam after about six punches. It is less about how strong a person is and more about how often and how long they engage in the sport. Given that we may at any time encounter a race of hostile beings it is a good skill to have especially if you are on an away team. I can work with you, but we need to get into a regular schedule of cardio activity.  The act of striking is a cardio vascular exercise itself. I can teach you to punch and kick. I earned a black belt in four disciplines. But if you want to do this, you must commit to training at least one hour a day, two or more days a week.” Kojo was serious about his training and serious with Ensign Conlach about her training.


The Trill shrugged her shoulders, “If that’s what it takes, then I’ll do it. Once we’re off-duty, we can figure out a time that works with both our schedules for the training and I can figure out when to do cardio.” Then she smirked, “At least here, I won’t have to worry about homework and exams. Those could seriously cause scheduling conflicts.” The smirk turned into a little chuckle. 


“Thanks, I don’t want to fail the crew for lack of skill.”


With those words spoken by Ensign Ginnell Conlach, the Captain and First Officer stepped onto the bridge. Lieutenant Jabari instinctively took his seat at the helm, ready to receive instructions from the ship’s Captain with Ensign Ginnell following suit at the navigation station. 

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