Eighth Gate [Video]

[forsometimenow]

Who: Jennifer Keller and you
Broadcast: Fleetwide
Action: N/A unless you really want it...
When: December 10th

[Confidence. Sureness. That's what the audience wanted, wasn't it? As much as Jennifer hated playing up to them and dancing to Atroma's whistle to any degree, confidence was what was needed here, too.]

for those who haven't met me, my name is Dr. Jennifer Keller, and I'm the medical officer on the Wonderduck. Allen mentioning his blood drive reminded me... since we seem to be back on our ships for the time being and I actually have an infirmary again, I'm going to resume offering first aid lessons for anybody willing to learn. If you do have prior medical experience, all the better, but even if you have none, I can teach you.

Just let me know and we can set something up. Thanks!

[[OOC: Actual lessons will be handwaved.]]

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[geonomy]

[... You know, he might as well learn this. Especially with having a boyfriend who's so into the profession.]

Oh, sure! I'd like to learn some of it! Our ship doesn't have a lab support, so might as well have someone with experience just in case, right?

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[forsometimenow]

That's the idea, yes- I know we're a little short on trained medics here as it is, so it'll benefit everyone. We don't seem to find ourselves in mortal peril all that often, but you know how unpredictable Atroma can be.

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[geonomy]

Yeah, I know. I don't want to be stuck without any help if we have to fight those other ships again. We were lucky last time, but...

[If it happens again, and one of his crewmates got hurt... they can't just be stuck without any means to do anything about it.

The next part, however, gets him to look a little sheepish as he swipes at the bridge of his nose a bit.]

I should warn you, though; I'm kind of, uh... squeamish. About some things. I'm trying to work myself out of it, but it's... a slow process.

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[forsometimenow]

Mmhmm. Next time, the ones who attack us might not be so merciful... especially if they're not under Atroma's control.

[She smiled at him.]

That's not a problem- we can work inside your comfort level. It'll pretty much just be wound care- bandaging, splinting and all.

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[geonomy]

[He's a bit unsure, but...]

Hmm... Yeah, I think I can deal with that. I'll be fine!

So, uh, when should the first lesson be?

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[forsometimenow]

Good! And if you ever don't feel ready to do something, we can stop. Sound good?

Whatever works best for your schedule. I'm flexible, and trying to get a group together for lessons might prove to be difficult if we all have different schedules.

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[geonomy]

Sounds good. Thanks, Dr. Keller! I'm Clay Terran, and I guess I'm your new student!

I'm the captain of the SS Vanquish, so I'm kind of busy with paperwork and my own things, but later in the afternoon works for me. I'm usually not doing much by then anyway.

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[forsometimenow]

Sounds good, Clay. Your ship doesn't have its own medbay, correct? I'll see what I can do about giving you a list of supplies to keep on hand.

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[geonomy]

Nah. Lab support is just about the only augment we don't have right now, so a list would be really helpful. That way we won't have to rely on other ships if a crisis comes up, you know?

[tallasaking]

I have no proper medical experience ... but I would always enjoy speaking with you more. Especially if it is learning a valuable skill. Such as staying alive.

[forsometimenow]

I like the way you think. When you're in a place like this, hoping for the best but preparing for the worst is always a sure bet.

[tallasaking]

Hmmm, I am many things .... but I am never a risky gambler. [He flashed her a smile.]

[forsometimenow]

That's very wise. I've never been much of a risk-taker myself, so anything I can do to further minimize it... I'll do.

[tallasaking]

Then you shall endeavor to teach me how not to take such risks?

[forsometimenow]

And how to keep yourself together if you do. Or if ill fortune befalls you anyway, no matter how careful you are.

[tallasaking]

[He bows deeply to her once more.] And when may I steal your lovely intelligent company for such worthy lessons?

[forsometimenow]

[And cue a bit of a blush in return.]

At your convenience, for such flattery.

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[stefanged]

You did good, Jennifer.

[Stefan figures, congratulating her like this wouldn't be great in public - but a private line? That might work. His smile's a genuine one as he leans forward a little, and since it's on his mind, he figures he should ask,]

I might take you up on a refresher. I've got experience, but I never did get to med school.

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[forsometimenow]

[And cue the blush and pleased smile.]

Thank you. I'm glad I got some responses, too- I need to work harder on meeting new people, and since my job is what I feel most comfortable doing, combining the two might help.

[She nodded.]

Experience is still valuable, but yeah, nothing can really replace a formal education.

[stefanged]

I'd think so. You volunteer with the blood drive, right? You could meet other people there too, since we have a consistent group of donors.

[Plus, you know, having extra back-up in case he gets hungry for human blood would be great.]

Exactly. I wish I could've gone, but life kind of made that decision for me.

[forsometimenow]

I do, yes- I didn't even think about that, honestly. There's been a lot on all of our minds lately.

[She nodded.]

I'll do what I can to help, then. I wouldn't expect anybody but, say, me or Beverly or Simon to do complicated surgery, but wound care is a valuable skill to know.

[stefanged]

Thanks, on both counts. I'm not great with surgery, but I should get more familiar with emergency care. Just in case.

[He doesn't exactly trust Atroma to keep them safe, but he is a bit spooked at how no one's really died in the past year.]

When would be a good time? Later this week?

[forsometimenow]

Yeah, I'd say that's a smart choice. After what they just did to us and talking to Diamond, I don't trust Atroma to not put us all in serious danger some time as a ratings stunt. You know, injuries, deaths, medical drama... they'd lap it up.

Sounds good! Just give me a buzz whenever you're free.

[stefanged]

Sssh. Let's not give them any ideas. We've got a good pool of medics, but not enough to deal with a sudden genre swap.

I don't know about you, but I kinda prefer this sitcom thing we've got. And uh, sounds good. I'll message you before heading out.

[forsometimenow]

Yeah... and that's the reason I want to teach as many people to take care of themselves as possible. Just in case. I really wanted a clinic on the Iskaulit, but since we lack the resources, this is the next best thing.

I have to agree. I didn't like being cooped up on the Marsiva for so long, but it's better than constant drama.