Wallace Promotion Ceremony 238212.26: Difference between revisions

<nowiki>::</nowiki> After a round of applause, she stood to make her way forward to greet some of the crew. As crew and officers closed in around the Hallian, the Acamarian soon realized that her own appearance and lack of uniform were preventing those who had served with her from even recognizing her. Laughing at the humor of the situation, she stepped back to the bar. Turning to Evila, she spoke quietly, nodding to the throng of officers. The woman cackled in delight before turning to disappear into the kitchens. Moments later, a wave of servers appeared, each supporting a tray of Champaign and cocktail treats. Moving into the crowd, she waited as they delivered a flute to each of the officers and crew who were present. In the midst of all the service, a cry of surprise drew her attention back to the Hallian.  She, too, stares at the young Trill standing less than a meter from the Hallian. As a blush rises to the Commanderâ�?��?�s face, a hand reaches over the bar to touch the Fleet Captain lightly on the shoulder. ::

'''Evila''': Weâ�?��?�re ready Maâ�?��?�am.  

'''Anassasi''': Good Evening Ladies and Gentlemen. Congratulations to each and everyone of you on your promotions and well deserved awards. At this time, however, I would like to honor one other member of your extraordinary crew: Commander Kare���?�en, please step forward.

<nowiki>::</nowiki> Jessa smiles at the Hallian as recognition slowly dawns on the man���?�s visage. As he moves to stand before her, the last whispering vestiges vanish, lost to silent anticipation of his crew. ::

'''Anassasi''': Commander, you have done an excellent job of restoring this station and indeed this sector of space to an active community. You command the Wallace with grace and strength and are adored by the crew almost to a fault. ::The Fleet Captainâ�?��?�s gaze settles on the newly promoted Lieutenant Barlow.:: I expect that by the end of next year, we will see this station begin to flourish as a point of commerce. It is therefore my duty and my honor to promote you to the rank of Captain. Congratulations Kar. I could not agree more with your crew that this is _long_ overdue.  

<nowiki>::</nowiki> Stepping next to the Hallian, she manages to fumble the pip, flipping it onto Kare���?�en chest. As it begins to tumble to the floor, slender fingers sweep it from the fabric of his uniform again to grasp it firmly in her palm. Slowly, her hand rises, the small golden circle rolling between trembling fingers. Holding the collar with her left hand, she concentrates on placing the pip next to the three golden circles of his previous rank. Stepping back, she offers her hand in traditional terran fashion. From the audience, there is a burst of applause. ::

'''Anassasi''': Congratulations Captain Kare���?�en.

 

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