TEST DRIVE #1 - Ten Forward

[tenforward_m]

You know how you were standing there, back in your home world, just minding your own business?

Time to forget all about that.

Instead of doing whatever the heck you were just doing, you're standing in the middle of this very stylish, sedate barroom. Happily, you're not alone there - in fact you're surrounded by people who seem to be as confused as you are...and some of them look a little, well unusual

Now would be a great time to do....well, something. Ask some questions of the person nearest you, throw a fit, stage a coup....maybe do a little exploring? No matter what you do, you're going to be here for a very long time.

For others might call it the USS Enterprise, but for the foreseeable future, you'll be calling it home.

[OOC: this test drive's open until the next app period.]

Comments

[not_annika]

Getting examined is the last thing she needs.

"I do not believe that is necessary at this time," she replies. "But I appreciate your assistance, Lal."

[usescontractions]

"It is no trouble." She smiles just slightly, and somewhat awkwardly as she replies. The more subtle expressions are the hardest to mimic. "If you do not wish to be examined, perhaps the Enterprise's logs can provide information on your arrival."

[not_annika]

She considers this advice. "Perhaps," she agrees with a nod. If nothing else, a rooting through the computer might reveal what the sensors recorded as she arrived.

[usescontractions]

"The computer can be accessed verbally from any location on the ship. If you require a terminal I can show you to one. I can also provide beverages if you have changed your decision." Ever helpful, and pushing those drinks.

[not_annika]

"I believe I can manage, thank you," Seven replied, politely. "I do not wish to distract you further from your duties."

[usescontractions]

"My first duty is to study human behavior and socialization." She pauses after she says this. She had almost continued in the same vein, offering more assistance. But, she is gaining more of an understanding of normal conversation. Frequent refusal, even if polite, often means that the other participant wishes to terminate the conversation. So she modifies her reply accordingly.

"But, if you don't need assistance, I can return to the bar."

[not_annika]

Seven's eyebrow raises slightly. She's simultaneously sympathetic to the assignment and convinced of her less than suitability for study. "I do not," she replies, nodding her gratitude and dismissal.