Together at last

Posted on 09 Nov 2026 @ 2:53pm by Lieutenant JG Kah’lyn Chiara & Ensign Tevik

1,120 words; about a 6 minute read

Mission: General Sim Postings
Location: SB51

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Kah’lyn had been waiting patiently aboard Starbase 51 for the return of the Tomcat her last assignment had been close by. She wasn’t sure where she’d end up but it finally seemed she was going to be assigned to a ship full time. She decided to go get a bite to eat she headed for the nearest place to get something.

Having just arrived at Starbase 51, Tevik was hungry and he decided to get something to eat. Looking at the station's directory of eating establishments his eyes settled on one not too far from his present location. It served sandwiches and no frills dinners plus he was intrigued by the name. The Dew Drop Inn. That was his next stop.

Kah’lyn too had settled on the same place, having already ordered what she wanted she was sitting at a quiet table with her drink.

Tevik entered the establishment ordered a a jumbo Vulcan shrimp dinner cooked with garlic butter. As he waited he debated staying at the bar or getting a table to better enjoy his dinner.

Kah’lyn had sensed a familiar presence looking up she was surprised to see her mate Tevik, they had been bonded since they were young, and had always wanted to serve together. “Tevik?” She smiled as she got up and walked over to him. “Is that really you?”

Hearing the familiar voice Tevik stiffened not in fear but because he had not expected to find Kah’lyn here. he turned and appraised her. She was as beautiful as he remembered and her smile could light up any room. "Kah’lyn. It is good to see you."

“Likewise!” Kah’lyn smiled as she gave Tevik a kiss and a hug. “Please tell me you’re assigned to the U.S.S. Tomcat?”

Tevik nodded as he returned the hug and kiss. "You are quite correct. I have been assigned as an operations officer aboard the Tomcat. I take it you know of the ship?"

“You bet I do! I’ve been assigned to the ship as well.” Kah’lyn could have jumped for joy. “We’ll finally be together!”

"That is most exciting news and it appears that at long last we will finally be serving aboard the same ship. I notice you have been promoted to Lieutenant j.g. Congratulations it is richly deserved."

“Thank you Imzadi” Kah’lyn smiled warmly. “I have no doubt you’ll be flying through the ranks quicker than me. I’m afraid I’m not allowed to speak about where I’ve been or what I’ve been doing. The downside of being an infiltration officer.”

"Your confidence in me is greatly appreciated. Time will tell whether you are right or not. As for you, I do not wish you to betray your oath of duty. The important thing to remember is you are here now." Tevik replied his eyes shining brightly at her.

Kah’lyn smiled. “I am looking forward to us finally being together instead of having to try and match shoreleave times. It’s going to be so much fun!” She motioned Tevik to her table just behind her. “Please come and sit, we can spend some time catching up.”

He followed her to her table and sat down across from her. "Being together, sharing quarters actually being husband and wife in more than name has been long overdue. Many times I wondered if this would ever come. I am glad our patience has paid off." He paused as the waitress brought his dinner to him. When she left, he asked, "Who should go first?"

“I don’t mind, you don’t need to stand on ceremony.” Kah’lyn smiled warmly. “Tuck in and enjoy.”

Tevik looked at the plater of jumbo shrimp and pushed it between then. "No, there is enough for both of us to partake in. As you just said, tuck in and enjoy."

Kah’lyn smiled. “Thank you.” She was just about to tuck in when her order arrived as well. Nodding her thanks she offered her plate for them both to share. “Good job I ordered the Vulcan salad, it’ll go nicely with the shrimp.”

Tevik nodded as Kah'lyn placed her salad next to his plate of jumbo Vulcan shrimp. "Indeed it will. A most logical and fulfilling idea." He paused and then looked across the table at her. "This is most satisfactory, being here with you as well as sharing a meal with you. Most satisfactory indeed."

“Then I’m happy” Kah’lyn smiled warmly before eating some of her food. She had to admit the shrimp was delicious.

"As am I Kah'lyn." Tevik replied as he took a bite of one of the shrimp. "Most delicious." He stated, "How is the salad?"

“Absolutely delicious!” Kah’lyn added with a smile. “I’ll be eating here more often, when the ship is in dock.”

Tevik nodded. "I agree and I can foresee us having many more meals such this together in the future."

“I have no doubt of that Imzadi” Kah’lyn smiled warmly. “We’ll be spending the rest of our lives together.”

Tevik offered an answering smile. "That thought pleases me a great deal as well as gives me great comfort."

Kah’lyn smiled before she politely continued eating the rest of her dinner.

Tevik returned the smile as he took a shrimp and prepared to eat it. "How is the salad Kah'lyn?"

“Mmmm” Kah’lyn nodded as she happily chewed on her salad before swallowing. “It’s very good.”

"I am pleased to hear that. The shrimp is also quite good." Tevik replied as he took another into his mouth.

A while later with their dinner finished and Kah’lyn had finished drinking the last of her drink she looked at Tevik. “Why don’t we go for a nice walk? If I know stations like this there’s bound to be a spot with the best view of the stars. I’m aiming to find it.”

"I think that is a most excellent idea. I look forward to first finding such a spot here on the station and then enjoying the view it presents. Additionally, the company will be exquisite and breathtaking." Tevik replied. He stood and extended a hand to her, "Shall we begin our exploring?"

Kah’lyn nodded. “I’d like that very much.” Taking Tevik’s hand she stood ready to go.

Tevik's fingers closed around Kah'lyn's in a gentle embrace. "Indeed, it should prove to be most rewarding." He answered as the pair left the restaurant to begin their walk.

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Lieutenant Kah’lyn Chiara
Infiltration Specialist
USS Tomcat

Ensign Tevik
Operations Officer
USS Tomcat

 

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