[A1-SOL] Captain Washington: The Continuing Mission

[Rich Yulin]

((Astrofori One, Starfleet Officer’s Lounge))

::Joseph stepped into the lounge just as T'Dara raised her glass towards the others.::

T'Dara: I would like to propose a toast.  To the engagement of 2 of the most awesome women I have met.  May your happiness be vast as the stars, and your life together be as beautiful and warm as Risa.  :: She moved her glass forward to clink with the others::

 

James/Walker/Pandora: RESPONSE

 

Greyson: Oh, yes. Congrats, by the by. ::raises his glass to the betrothed:: Sorry. Just...didn't think we'd be split up so soon after I got back from leave.

T’Dara: So… Anyone have plans yet? I’m guessing there is a wedding to be looking forward to.

::She giggled, but the engineer still seemed to have his mind elsewhere.::

 

​Greyson: ​No plans yet. Still too numb with shock...

Washington: You'll get used to it, Mr. Greyson.

::The officers turned, some standing at attention. He paused for a moment. It was probably the last time they'd all be together as one crew.::

::He looked over each of their faces, having no doubt they'd tackle on their next assignment with as much gusto as they had this last one. When he'd first gotten this assignment, he'd found a rowdy group--two actually. Two former crews of Garuda and Avandar still trying to work together as one. The presumed loss of their first captain Aron Kells had helped bring them together, but the rough edges still remained when he'd first stepped aboard.::

::Now, they stood a little straighter than before, their uniforms looking crisper. Still, for at least one, the pink hair remained. He was almost sad to see them go.::

Washington: Ladies and gentlemen, before you head off to your next destination, ::looks over to Tristam Core:: Commander Core and I would like to make sure proper recognition is given for your latest achievements. Mr. Core, if you'd join me.

Core: RESPONSE

::The doors opened again to the lounge, and the short Kriosian captain of the Syracuse rushed in.::

Rahman: Wait, you said you wouldn't start without me!

::Joseph turned towards her, amused.::

Washington: Did I now?

Rahman: Grrr... oO Jackass. Oo

::Joseph didn't have to be telepathic to enjoy Rahman's frustrations.::

Core: RESPONSE

::She walked up besides the other two men and lifted up a wooden box, opening the lid slightly so only the Invicta's CO and XO could see.::

Rahman: Besides, I'm the one with the actual ribbons, you geniuses.

Core: RESPONSE

::Joseph turned back to the others, this time a slight smile actually escaping.::

Washington: Well let's not keep them waiting any longer. Dr. Blueheart, will you step forward?

(OOC: At this point, even if you are not tagged explicitly, you are free to interject your congratulations and responses to your fellow crewmates.)

Blueheart: RESPONSE

::As the doctor approach, Joseph continued with the citation.::

Washington: For your efforts to assist the Adovan people with the devastating effects of their biological weapons, you are hereby awarded the Medical Science Ribbon. Doctor Rosalee is also awarded the Medical Science Ribbon in absentia. Congratulations, doctor.

Blueheart: RESPONSE

Washington: Next, Commanders Pandora and Walker, would you come up here?

Pandora: RESPONSE

Walker: RESPONSE

Washington: For your work in neutralizing the Adovan drones that threatened both the Adovan people and your fellow shipmates, you are both awarded the Captain's Commendation. Congratulations.

Pandora: RESPONSE

Walker: RESPONSE

Washington: Commander DeVeau, would you approach please?

DeVeau: RESPONSE

Washington: For sustaining injuries in the course of your duties from the biological agent, you are hereby awarded the Purple Heart. You had us worried their for a while, commander. I'm glad to see you back.

DeVeau: RESPONSE

Core: RESPONSE

Washington: Next, Commander Jolara, please come up here.

Jolara: RESPONSE

Washington: For your bravery defending the Arc from Orion Syndicate attackers, you are hereby awarded the Silver Star. Congratulations.

Jolara: RESPONSE

Rahman: Don't go too far, commander... you might have another piece of shiny with your name on it.

Jolara: RESPONSE

Washington: Finally, though we may not have made first contact with the Adovans, through all of your efforts, we learned a great deal more about them and helped them learn more about themselves. For that, all who partook in our mission to Adova are awarded the Explorer's Ribbon.

All: RESPONSE

Washington: In addition, with the discovery of the Orion Syndicate's involvement, all who partook in our mission to Adova are awarded an additional citation of the War of Shadows Ribbon.

All: RESPONSE

::Joseph then turned to Rahman, letting her hand out the next batch of awards, given that she had served as their CO aboard the Venture. She was practically beaming.::

Rahman: I don't blame you all if you just want to get back to the partying... after what we've all been through. But you all deserve recognition. First, Commander Pandora.

Pandora: RESPONSE

Rahman: For your actions ensuring that the systems of the Venture remained operational, connecting yourself to the ship and then later exposing yourself to harm to ensure a working transporter, I am very happy to award you the Legion of Merit.

::Roshanara's own Legion of Merit was perhaps the ribbons she was most proud of, and she hoped it would likewise have some meaning for the android.::

Pandora: RESPONSE

Rahman: Next, Commander Walker. For your understanding of quantum entanglement and how it helped get the Venture running to full capacity again, I'm pleased to recognize you with an additional citation of the Innovation Ribbon.

Walker: RESPONSE

Rahman: Commander Jolara?

Jolara: RESPONSE

Rahman: You probably know why you're getting this citation, but it deserves repeating. You put your life on the line to ensure your shipmates had a chance to escape the planet killer. For that, we all owe you our lives. I'm pleased to present you Starfleet's highest honor for gallantry, the Federation Cross. Congratulations, commander.

Jolara: RESPONSE

Rahman: Finally, for all those who participated in our mission aboard the Venture, ensuring both the timeline and peace between the Federation and the Klingon Empire were secure, you all are hereby awarded the Defense of Temporal Flow Ribbon and the Peacekeeper Service Ribbon. Congratulations.

All: RESPONSE

::This time, Joseph spoke up.::

Washington: To the crew of the Invicta...

::He turned to glance at the Cardiff class ship sitting outside the windows of the lounge, awaiting its next crew.::

Washington: ::looks back at everyone:: Because of my time with you all, I've decided to remain with the Invicta to guide her next crew. Feel free to leave them any advice...

Any: RESPONSE

Washington: But before we all depart, I want to wish you again safe journeys to wherever life takes you next. ::glances at Walker and James:: A lifetime of happiness for those about to embark on an exciting new chapter in their lives.

::He raised his glass.::

Washington: And may you never forget why we're all out here to begin with. "To the continuing mission."

::Roshanara and the others echoed that sentiment.::

Rahman: "To the continuing mission."

Any: RESPONSE

::Finally, Joseph cracked into a wide smile.::

Washington: Well, what are you all standing around for? Party hard!

TAG!

Captain Joseph Washington

Commanding Officer, USS Invicta

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