<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">"Yes...It was my mistake," Cerise said, an embarrassed blush coming over her face as she realized how clumsy she had been.  "You have nothing to apologize for," she said, regaining her composure, and placing her smile back where it belonged on her pretty face.</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br/>Karn was about to let the matter drop and let the Ensign go on with whatever it was she had to do when Avalona decided to be polite and introduce her. Karn put up as much as a genuine smile as he could, though it would look a bit forced.<br/><br/><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">"Karn!  This certainly is a surprise.  Did you come to invite me for a drink after work?  Aw but where are my manners?  Lt. Karn Ju'lan D'grulok this is Ensign Cerise DeCourti Dr. Tir's assistant.  Cerise this is Lt. Karn Ju'lan D'grulok Chief Tactical Officer."  <br/></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br/>He could tell that she was startled, and nervous, probably because he was a Lieutenant, despite this the Ensign stretched out her hand for him to take and he reflexively grabbed her forearm in response. "Nice to meet you as well Ensign, welcome aboard. Now if you'll excuse me I must talk to Avalona for a minute. Perhaps we will speak later" he said a little harsher than he meant. He nodded to the Ensign and allowed her to pass, then waited for the Transporter Cheif to finish her conversation with the person taking over, now that her shift was over. He waited until they finished their conversation before he spoke again.<br/><br/>"Actually Avalona, I came to get your advice. I am having a hard time understanding our Captains decision on something. I would appreciate it if you would accompany me to Three Forward so we can talk. I am a bit thirsty" Karn said explaining his visit.