[sb118-khitomer] Ensign Warr Kmett - My curiosity is getting the better of me

[Alex B.]

((Sickbay, USS Khitomer, DS33)

Kmett: And... just between us... ::He lowered his voice slightly, smiling with a hint of embarrassment.:: What would you recommend I do—and what should I avoid? Is there anything I should pay particular attention to around here? ::He gave a sheepish grin.:: I'm a little afraid of making more mistakes, so I thought I'd ask someone who's already been through it. You might be able to put my mind at ease.

Melville-Kilpatrick: Well, I hope Dr. Ohnari's warned you about Nurse Othin. She's capable and everything, but her presence might be intimidating to those who haven't met her.

Kmett: Nurse Othin...? ::He looked puzzled and shook his head.:: No, no one has mentioned her to me, and I haven't had the pleasure of meeting her yet. ::A curious smile crossed his face.:: What do you mean she's capable of anything?

Melville-Kilpatrick: Response

Melville-Kilpatrick: Also, one of the junior officer quarters is...haunted, I think? Everyone's told me to keep out, so I do my best to stay away from it. There are signs, you can't miss it. ::mouth turning up in a slight smile:: And if you do, there are two capable doctors here to help you out.

Kmett: One of the junior officers' quarters is haunted? ::His eyes widened in delighted disbelief.:: Oh, please, you have to tell me more! You've made me incredibly curious. ::He laughed openly, clearly enjoying the story.:: You're telling me things that are far too intriguing to leave unexplained!

Melville-Kilpatrick: Response

Melville-Kilpatrick: So where are you coming from? Specialty-wise, that is. Got a favourite case you like to brag...er, talk about?

Kmett: I come from Bolarus IX, where I studied every aspect of medicine I possibly could. My specialty is infectious diseases. It's something of a personal—and family—mission for me. I've trained in many other areas of medicine as well, but I know there's still so much left to learn here. ::He looked around Sickbay with quiet admiration.:: That's actually what excites me the most. I know a great deal, yet when I look at the reality of medicine across the galaxy, I can't help but feel that I'm only just beginning. ::His attention returned to Melville-Kilpatrick, his curiosity unmistakable.:: What about you? What inspired you to become a doctor? And what's your specialty? ::A broad grin spread across his face.:: I'm honestly even more interested in hearing about that than the haunted officers' quarters.

Melville-Kilpatrick: Response

TAG/TBC

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Ensign Warr Kmett
Medical Officer
USS Khitomer
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