Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Feb 1, 2021 3:25:11 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams) & Max Williams - Blue Beta Bar & Grill]Judy was concerned. She wasn't sure what Lixx Van Elske was like sober, but he was very much a creep when drunk, it seemed. She kept a wary eye out. And then Mika rejoined them, and the washed-up rockstar was on his way home. "Moving on from that," Judy said, firmly putting that behind them. "Lea, can we expect any surprises in the set tonight?"Herself an amateur musician (as was Max), Judy had great respect for Lea's stagecraft and musicality.
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Leanna Mazal
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Feb 1, 2021 8:38:34 GMT
[Blue Beta - Promenade] Leanna hadn't been entirely comfortable letting Mika go off and deal with Lixx. However decided to trust the doctor whilst simultaneously keeping Seamus and Jack within calling distance should things change. Although when Lixx and Mika returned minutes later and Lixx bade farewell to them. Lea was happy to see him not only follow Doctor's orders but also remember what was at stake if he continued with this behaviour. " We'll talk soon" she said to the departing rocker, before Judy changed the subject and asked about Lea's soon to happen set. " PH there might be, I must admit its so good to be back performing this way, instead of just joining in occasionally with the band's practices".
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Mika Kobayashi
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Post by Mika Kobayashi on Feb 1, 2021 11:19:53 GMT
[Blue Beta Bar & Grill, Front Ear Station] "That takes care of it." Mika shrugged as she grabbed another bite of fish and chips. "I do have a feeling that we'll see him again. Well, obviously we'll see him again since he's going to be a performer again, but what I mean is, on a more personal level. I think he's an okay guy, he just needs to be straighthened out."
With that out of the way, Mika then went back to the topic that everyone in the group seems most interested with. Lea's upcoming performance.
"Definitely looking forward to tonight's set. I honestly didn't know who is going to play tonight when I came. Lucky me that I have stumbled upon you guys. Anyone needs a refill?"
Something then suddenly crossed Mika's mind.
"Oh, are you in the Galaxyvision contest?"
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Feb 2, 2021 0:32:56 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams) & Max Williams - Blue Beta Bar & Grill]The older couple nodded. They could understand how performing "for real", so to speak, would be much more rewarding for Lea. As the conversation went on, they resumed eating, and let Lea answer for herself whether she'd be in Galaxyvision this year. Needless to say, they themselves wouldn't be able to make it, unfortunately.
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Leanna Mazal
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Feb 2, 2021 8:16:06 GMT
[Blue Beta - Promenade] They may only of nodded in response to her admission, but even that spoke volumes to the Betazoid. Appreciating the fact that Max and Judy had been great supporters of hers, just like Flick, Riyo, her family as well as other important people. As Mika mentioned Lixx again, Lea had to agree that it wouldn't be the last that they saw of him. Leanna was also glad that the conversation was moving in a different direction as Mika expressed her interest in Lea's performance before the subject of Galaxyvision was brought up. Yes she could deny it but why when she was secretly looking forward to taking part, especially with the song they had chosen. Pausing for effect to finally take a bite of her sub roll, Lea then grinned as she spoke. " Yes I'll be performing with the band".
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Mika Kobayashi
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Post by Mika Kobayashi on Feb 2, 2021 11:53:12 GMT
[Blue Beta Bar & Grill, Front Ear Station]
"Looking forward to it." Said Mika to Lea as she takes another bite. While the urge to get another shot was there, she figured that they will be in for a long night so might as well manage her intake nicely.
Mika then turned her attention to Judy and Max.
"Who are you rooting for? I guess it's safe to say that we're team Leanna here."
Mika is obviously unnaware of the upcoming mission. Learning about it might give her mixed emotions since while she prides herself in her capability to serve on any assignment, being on Front Ear during the Galaxyvision was something that she was looking forward to.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Feb 3, 2021 5:39:35 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams) & Max Williams - Blue Beta Bar & Grill]"We'll be rooting for Lea from afar," Max answered, sounding apologetic. "Unfortunately, we have to go straight from our 20th anniversary holiday, to a diplomatic summit on Caldonia, so we're just going to be out of town," Judy elaborated, just as apologetic as her husband. Where negotiations were concerned, Max obviously didn't participate, but he did help Judy with her prep, and especially with her look. "We'll be watching, either live or recorded," Max reassured.
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Leanna Mazal
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Feb 3, 2021 8:49:05 GMT
[Blue Beta - Promenade] Leanna smiled as Mika told her that she was looking forward to the contest which was a sentiment that Lea also shared. Appreciating the vote of confidence when Mika spoke to Max and Judy about rooting for her. Which was quickly confirmed by the couple that they would be doing the same even if it was at a distance. Lea understood the intricaties of Fleet life through her friendship with Flick and her relationship with Riyo, so that was doubly appreciated since the mission wasn't exactly a pleasure cruise. Caldonia and the Kurjarians in particular was something Lea had experience with when a group of them had taken herself and others hostage so naturally wanted to wish the Mac well. " I appreciate the support and I hope that the mission goes well".
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Mika Kobayashi
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Post by Mika Kobayashi on Feb 3, 2021 13:40:45 GMT
[Blue Beta Bar & Grill, Front Ear Station]
"Diplomatic visits are always the best." Said Mika to the group. While it made sense, her statement reflecting her lack of away missions, an effect of her late admission into Starfleet. "I like it when you said 'Out of town' captain. I guess after so many missions, you just get used to planet hopping."
Mika then remembered something.
"By the way, on the topic of Caldonia, I heard that before my assignment here, there was this episode about the Caldonian something? I am not quite sure about it but I heard it through the grapevine."
Mika then looked at the group, hoping to get a clarification.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Feb 3, 2021 19:06:51 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams) & Max Williams - Blue Beta Bar & Grill]Judy wasn't sure which Caldonian-related episode Mika referred to, considering they'd had both the Kurjarian attack in the summer, and the infestation a week ago. "Issues related to Caldonia do come up now and then," she answered, keeping it vague. "We have a very complicated neighborhood, politically.""When we met, Judy was an engineer, and really didn't have to deal with so much travel and diplomacy. It's something we've had to get used to," Max added, reminiscing about those simpler times. He supported her in the high-octane roles she'd taken on, including as captain here, but there was no denying that things had changed.
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Leanna Mazal
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Feb 3, 2021 19:19:38 GMT
[Blue Beta - Promenade] As Mika engaged Judy and Max in conversation about Caldonia and the Doctor seeking clarification regarding an incident that she had heard of. Lea knew that this wasn't something that she was directly involved in, not unless you counted being a victim of both the hostage situation and receiving a broken ankle because of the shrews. No it was something that she was trying to forget and besides, it wouldn't be good practice to keep the band waiting as she finished her drink. Waiting until Max had finished speaking, Lea then got up and excused herself. " Don't stop on my account but I'm needed backstage, I'll see you all shortly". Lea then smiled and left the trio.
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Mika Kobayashi
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Post by Mika Kobayashi on Feb 4, 2021 8:56:58 GMT
[Blue Beta Bar & Grill, Front Ear Station]
"I definitely heard the word 'shrews' I was like, really? I mean, that was shrews with an 's' meaning a plural term." While Mika was raised to face anything as long as duty calls for it, she was thankful that she was not yet at the station when such an event happened. "I don't mind raining cats and dogs but..." Mika paused, opting to not pour negativity in such a pleasant conversation.
"I do agree with you Max, sometimes, you just adapt and learn to like or get used to things as you move along."
It was at that point when Leanna excused herself. Mika, who was looking forward to the performance, gave Leanna a small wave.
"Alright, it's time! Right?" Said Mika who was trying to hype up the power couple beside her about the upcoming performance of the bar owner.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Feb 5, 2021 1:03:54 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams) & Max Williams - Blue Beta Bar & Grill]"Good luck," Judy called out to Lea as the younger woman walked away. "It's just about time indeed," she added, to Mika. "If they were talking about shrew - singular - I'd think they were insulting my lovely wife here, but shrews - plural - would be the rodents that infested the station a week ago," Max said, as he put both of his hands possessively on Judy's shoulders and began to gently massage them.
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Leanna Mazal
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Feb 5, 2021 7:45:58 GMT
[Blue Beta - Promenade] Leanna had heard Judy call out to her as the bar owner left the small group and made her way backstage. Once there she was greeted by Alex and the others that made up Divine Temptation. After a few words of encouragement and the small chant that they did before every performance. Alex led them all onto the stage, Lea following them out last as usual before Alex engaged the crowd. Then Lea grabbed her mic as the music began to play, whipping the crowd up into an energetic frenzy as she started to sing. Call Me
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Mika Kobayashi
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Post by Mika Kobayashi on Feb 5, 2021 10:28:26 GMT
[Blue Beta Bar & Grill, Front Ear Station]
Mika tried her best to suppress her laughter. "Max, you're killing me!" It's a simple line but Max just delivered it in such a way that almost broke Mika. While there are no laws that prohibit uncontrollable laughter, Mika just felt that it was improper to let it all out, especially in front of her captain. Her captain who was also tha subject of the joke.
"Of course, it's the shrews, of course..." Said Mika, giggles suppressed and all.
Luckily for Mika, it won't be long till the band begins to come out and start their set. Still, Max's words kept on ringing inside her head, to the point that she can imagine Captain Eastman as a human-shrew hybrid. "Okay, I know what he meant by shrew, but still!" It was tough but she has to do it. The image of the captain in her head needs to be shaken off.
After a few minutes, the first power chord got strummed and the festivities began.
"Hey, I know this song!!!"
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