The in-patient

Posted on Sun Nov 13th, 2022 @ 4:21pm by Lieutenant Sky Jansen-Carey & Lieutenant Commander Rutherford (RJ) Milton & Pix Osheena

Mission: Traitor amongst us?
Location: Sickbay

{ON}

Sky walked into Sickbay, it was time for her latest check-up with Rutherford. Given her last pregnancy, which was complicated by the fact that she was carrying Talsi’s child, and ensuing miscarriage she was being regularly monitored incase of any problems.

“Hi Rutherford, Hi Pix” She offered both of them a warm smile. “I’m here for my check-up.”

"You know that I cannot do that." Milton said as Pix was hovering almost nose to nose with him; in a manner of speaking. "It would not be polite and I do not pry."

Pix had her hands on her hips and was smiling as she pressed her point, the bell sounds of her delight in this exchange.

"Oh, Hello Sky." Milton grew his usual bright smile as his friend and colleague had come for a routine check-up. "Is it that time already?" He chuckled almost nervously.

Pix turned and waved, she had the feeeling of prodding Milton in her thought of a fun way.

Truth be told; the vibe off Milton was one like a kid caught doing something naughty, and Pix was loving grilling him about it in their special way.

"Your timing is perfect , I have the Biobed one with a warmer on it." He offered. "Comfort as much I can for a lady." Pix laughed in that melodious manner.

“Thanks Rutherford” Sky walked across to the nearest biobed. “No problems to report aside from a headache that I can’t seem to shift today.”

"If that is all you really have then I think I might be out of a job." Milton was activating the Biobed sensors as he spoke. "I like the technology when it come to races I am not totally familiar with but it also seems cold to use with a friend.

Pix came to land on Sky, the close proximity gave Pix the connection. The projected image between telepathic types took far less energy for Pix; hinting that this is how her people tend to talk amongst themselves. Pix gave the image of a small garden that would be blessed in any backyard, the intimate bushes of Rose like plants with colors of red, pink and blue. The feeling that came with it is a serine feeling close to the words to relax as the impression Pix wanted.

Sky smiled as she relaxed, the images Pix was showing her were working like a charm. “I like the flowers in the garden Pix, I love anything to do with gardens and flowers.”

"From what I have deduced from her hints, it was a lush world she came from." Milton had the Bio-monitors activated and operating. "I recall at least 12 systems that were surveyed before we had a hint she had gotten aboard. Then she also share little pictures of her world upon occasion." He smiled at his Pix. "She is almost making a game of it so see how long it will take me to clue in on her world." He shrugged. "I hope she knows that I would never return her without her wanting me to."

Sky nodded to Pix as she turned her attention to Rutherford. “I’m sure Pix knows that, the two of you have a bond that a lot of people can only dream of. Take it from someone who understands about being bonded.”

Pix blushed slightly and nodded.

"Thank you." Milton said as he look SKy in the eye and the small bit of his Betazoid Heritage was felt in that glance. "As my Grandmother would say, More than Imzadi but not an Imzadi. It is ... different in that we 'Share' our intertwined lives and are two made into one." He chuckle a bit to pawn off the nervousness about the subject. "Pix and I share like an Imzadi connection but not romantic, she actually has a budding beau and I have given over to a Beautiful woman myself. And that is natural for her life and mine as well while not affecting the connection..." He tilted his head in puzzlement. "You can understand that right?"

Sky smiled and nodded. “Very much so, as a Betazoid when you fall in love there’s always that connection with your Imzadi, but the deeper connection only comes when you find the one you’re ready to spend your life with. The bond the two of you share has elements of both sides of that bond, without being in love. It’s nice that you have both found someone.”

"Pix was a little caught off guard, I am supposing there are no males in her kind." Milton explained. "Until her recent beau, Pix never really seemed to care if a person was male or female. Now she spends her time in her job helping him."

Sky smiled. “Well I’m happy for her.” She looked at Pix “I hope you’re happy Pix.”

Pix hugged herself and grinned like a contented kid with candy, her moment was caught off when she looked up as the heart monitor bleeped in time with SKy's pulse and a shiver went through Pix. Looking from Rutherford to Sky the concern in Pix is noted , not a fear but concern.

Milton checked the readings and then used the probe of his tricorder.

"Sky, have you been on light duty as i recommended?" He look to her. "Or is there something you want to get off your chest?" He asked. "That beating is a faster tempo than it should be." Gesturing to Pix. "I know where you should be and that dance tempo of your heart tells me you are dancing about just a little too much and the nerves are not at ease."

Pix nodded her agreement and dropped down to listen to the baby for two seconds and give a thumbs up and again looking to sky wearily.

“Light duty...kind of” Sky gave Rutherford a somewhat guilty look. “With the rescue of Nick and the others, I’ve been needed. I did rest when time allowed. After events with Nick...” she paused, just the thought of the way Nick attacked her made her pulse race. “I guess I’ve been more on edge than I realised.”

"I think a bit of Lopressor with some sailine to help bring that down just a touch." Milton said calmly. "I do not like using medication so early, with your individual history I am going to side on the cautionanry side that getting your BP more normal would off set the one time use here." He assured Sky. "However, with your condition at this moment I am going to have to put my Doctorial foot down and have you take 24 hours off for observation. I hope to keep that little tyke well comforted so the Momma has been under pressure and in here it is quite a relaxed atmosphere."

Pix crossed her arms and nodded before plopping down indian style and looking Sky in a way that dared her to make Pix move.

“Seriously?” Sky nodded giving Pix a smile. “I’m not going to argue, I’m not putting my daughter at risk. Observation it is.”

"You know Pix, she is a little over protective." Milton chuckled. "The baby is fine and this is really just to make sure you are as well." He gave her a look not often seen. "My gut tells me that there is more to your rise in BP than just some over work." Pulling up a stool and putting the tricorder away he look at Sky. "Wanna friendly Ear , you started about after Nick?" He has a soft expression. "You have Pix and me, who would be best, maybe a little girl talk if you like, just know I am here for you. You're a friend, I not comfortable when my friends are in pain, call it the Man I am."

Sky offered a warm smile as she looked between Pix and Rutherford. “You’re right” She shook her head. “Up until Nick I’d never been attacked by a patient before. I’ve faced aggression, it’s normal in this line of work but I’d never been physically attacked.” She paused. “Nick has apologised, but it’s left me feeling more than a little disturbed.”

"More than a little I should think." Milton agreed. "I am sorry that you had to endure such actions by Nick. Milton nodded thoughtfully. "I have had a few scrapes and I can only imagine how it must have felt to a kind hearted person like you."

Sky nodded and offered a brief smile. “It’s something I have to face, and move on from. I have to be able to do my job Rutherford. I love helping others.”

"That is abundantly clear." Milton smiled. "You know Pix and I are here, she is rather a good ear and you know you are among her Best of Buddies in the universe." He nodded. "They say time heals all wounds, don't rush the process, just let it come and your loved ones and friends will help you through. "The important part is that you are not alone."

Sky nodded wiping away a couple of stray tears from watery eyes. “Thank you, both of you! I have such wonderful friends, and family aboard this ship. It’s become more like a proper home than just an assignment. I’d be lost without all of you. Speaking of which, Rutherford would you consider walking me down the aisle when I marry Xavier? And Pix would you be my bridesmaid? It’s only going to be an informal get together nothing massive.”

"I would be honored." Milton agreed.

Pix sprang straight up her legs dancing up and down, her arms pumping while spinning with her face showing child like glee for a few seconds.

Sky smiled the biggest smile yet as her friends accepted. “Wonderful, I’ll let you know a day when I do! It might be short notice.” She stifled a yawn.

Pix was no better as she yawned and lay down on Sky shining brightly for a few seconds ; smiling so wide as her face could contain and then like that a calming pulse in her glow matching the slumbering Pix.

Milton pet his little friend then looked at sky. "Sleep well Sky, Pix has made it clear you will not be lonely I think."

Sky smiled as she looked at Pix. “Thank you Rutherford, I will. Goodnight.” With that she made herself a little more comfortable and drifted off to sleep.

{OFF}