Stardate 101380: 'Her Fire burns red' by TurquoiseC, literature
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Stardate 101380: 'Her Fire burns red'
“You’ve got a funny smile on, Commander.” Nistha couldn’t help but comment on Ashlyn’s apparent demeanour, as the two settled in for a lengthy ride through the massive warbird’s turbolift systems. “Just thinking on cultural customs,” replied the xB as she straightened her uniform – back to the full jacket for the meeting. “Senior staff’s gonna be at the transporter room to greet you on our ships, unless it’s an emergency. But here? It’s respectful for guests to meet the commander in their office.” “And if you’re forced to go find the captain on a Federation ship, they don’t want you there in the first place!” Nistha added with a laugh. “It’s true though, different rules. I’ll admit it was hard for me to readjust to Starfleet standards when I first got back from my placement with the Republic Navy.” “Excited to see your old C.O. again? Triana is-” “Gods, don’t call her Triana! You need to address her as-!” Ashlyn held up a hand. “I know, I know, khre’Riov t’Kohhverel. And yes, I