Stardate: 53860.48
Tue Mar 01, 2377 0900
Holodeck Two, Deck Three
USS Thunderchild
Lylliana stood in her best winter attire she had managed to bring from Earth. Her hair fell down in short strands around her face, encircling her eyes in this wintery wonderland. She was clad in a long deep white sweater that hugged her curves down to her thighs. From there peeked dark straight legged blue jeans that tucked into what people called leg warmers that matched her sweater. From there she wore her favorite pair of faded brown leather strappy heel boots. Her ears glistened with dancing silver snowflakes and the neck from her sweater rolled up underneath her chin. She was completely in her element being amongst the frozen flora and scenery.
People came up and greeted her warmly, some even shook her hand and complimented the scenery. The party was a huge success and she felt elated to finally have done something of use. She took a deep breathe and let out a sigh. It was a little piece of home in the vastness of space. The thought almost brought a tear to her eyes. She excused herself momentarily to grab some cocoa.
She walked over and poured herself some in a small Styrofoam cup. She cupped it gently in her hands and brought it to her lips, blowing away some of the steam. She leaned against the building fixture post, sipping her cocoa as she watched everyone mingle. She was thrilled she was able to convince Captain Campbell to partake in the event and mingle with his crew. It took some finagling but she knew that the interaction with the crew would not only give the Captain a break from his normal duties, but would also help boost the crews moral, after all, some of these people only ever get to see him from a distance if hardly at all.
Lylliana's smile grew again as she shook her head and gave a nod as Lt. Pander and Etxebarria entered the scene. She knew those ladies knew how to draw a crowd and was appreciative of their entrance into the party.
'Two birds, one stone..' she chuckled to herself. The crowd hither-ed to and fro, until one Ensign came up and placed a crown on her head and this business of King and Queen came about. Lylliana tried to smile the best she could, giving a nod and a wave of thanks to the crowd. She sighed as she was then lead out to the dance floor, graciously accepting Lt. Jr. Noonia's hand for a dance.
Half smiled to Noonia, speaking with him in the close proximity to try and ease the awkwardness, "This turned out to be a fine event. I'm glad you thought of it." she spoke frankly. It was painfully obvious how awkward she felt. Of course he was handsome, but she just wasn't ready to be the center of attention just yet.
Quote: She gave a slight bow as she pulled her skirt of her uniform off to the side in a symbolic fashion of old Earth nobility. "Might I enjoy the company of the King for a dance or two?" she said lowering her head.
Lylliana turned, gracious for the break. A smile broke upon her face, as she playfully and uncharacteristically gave a curtsey in return to Ensign Hedril. "I don't mind at all. Please... enjoy the festivities. " she smiled and gave a nod to Lt. Jr. Noonia. "Thanks for the dance.. " as she stepped aside allow the two the floor.
Is was from there she took a break away from the festivities. She finally took the break in the crowd to make the trek up the hill to the memorial. While she had taken some of the final changes and made sure this was done right, she had yet to visit the spot herself and really pay her respects. She wasn't quiet sure about adding it to the festivities but knew that this would be a stepping stone for the crew and had not argued over it with Noonia. Instead, she made sure the spot was well placed, and well set up to honor those who had fallen.
As she approached the spot, she was surprised to find it empty but assumed most had already come to pay their respects. "Computer, a dozen red roses please. " The holodeck replicated at her feet, a bouquet of elegant, long stem deep red roses. She bents over and picked them up, bringing them to the memorial. She placed them down, kneeling before the memorial for a moment, bowing her head in a prayer. "Thank you all, for your service." She looked at the faces, possibly not really knowing anything but their names. However, she knew somewhere they must have family that would miss them dearly. The thought of family causing as single, glistening tear to roll down her face.
Act One, Scene One
