And Julian evidently put his foot in it again, from her tone. He really didn't mean it that way.

"Oh, no, please, if I am being an ass do remind me of it. The usual people who take it upon themselves to keep me in line aren't about." He smiles, looking a bit sheepish. "I honestly didn't mean it that way, but I do have a bit of trouble with my mouth sometimes."

"Lieutenant Julian Bashir. Or Doctor, if you prefer. Chief Medical Officer of a station that doesn't exist yet."