"I've done loads of embarrassing things in front of Captain Sisko, honestly," Julian says soothingly. If points were being awarded for being a twit in front of one's commanding officer, Julian would surely take home some kind of prize between the Captain and Kira--who may not have been Starfleet, but as second in command, still held rank over him and therefore counted.

"There's no failing involved. As I said, we all have our off days." He guided them into the turbolift, and turned his head up slightly to address the computer. "Sickbay. Please," he adds, shooting an amused look at Ezri.