Dinner Party: The Maiden Voyage

Posted on 16 Dec 2025 @ 8:46pm by Lieutenant Commander Leland Hawksley & Lieutenant JG Todd Hewitt & 1st Lieutenant Gavin Ross Dr. & 1st Lieutenant Gavin II ROSS II Doctor

263 words; about a 1 minute read

Mission: S04 Episode 02 The Hackers Backdoor (Incidentals)
Location: The Hawksley's
Timeline: Current

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Leland Hawksley stepped back from the compact but well-equipped kitchen alcove, wiping his hands on a towel before tossing it over his shoulder with a satisfied grin. The aroma of perfectly seared Aldebaran spiced rack of lamb mingled with the lighter scents of Vulcan plomeek broth and Andorian root vegetable crisps—dishes carefully chosen to suit every palate aboard.

He surveyed the spacious quarters: soft amber lighting, gentle strains of classic Bajoran flute and Earth jazz fusion drifting from the sound system, and the long dining table already laden with appetizers and colorful synthahol cocktails glowing in crystal glassware beside bottles of genuine Saurian brandy and Kanar for those who preferred the real thing.

Lilliana, radiant in a deep emerald dress that complemented her eyes, arranged the final platter of fresh fruit and Terran cheeses. Leland crossed to her, slipping an arm around her waist and pressing a quick kiss to her temple.

“Everything looks perfect, love,” he murmured. “The new Tomcat’s officially underway, and tonight we celebrate with the people who make her fly.”

He tapped the wall panel to dim the kitchen lights and brighten the living area, then activated the door chime alert for arriving guests.

Straightening his dress uniform jacket, Leland raised his voice just enough to carry through the quarters. “Dinner’s ready whenever everyone is—come in, mingle, grab a drink. Tonight’s for us. Welcome aboard the maiden voyage, friends.”

He lifted a glass of sparkling synthahol in quiet salute toward the door, waiting for the first chime.

[Everyone To Arrive, Mingle, Eat, Drink ]

 

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