Looking at the time, Elias saw that it was almost the appointed meetup time with Ensign Ginsh, who he had recently made friends with. While walking to the promenade where the bar was located, Elias thought to himself and muttered, “Huh, life and bugs. I still don’t get it but I’m sure Ginsh will explain it later on. After all, I’m just an astrophysicist. I most definitely don’t have a single clue about zoology and those types of sciences.”

Weaving their way into the large and inviting Golden Apple lounge, while clutching an arm full of PADDs, a still unformed Tellarite glanced around for a place to pass a few hours, potentally in the company of a fellow science officer, Elias Comescu. Given the amount of people and the popularity with Starfleet, the upper level seemed like a good choice particularly with a good view of the entrance. Ginsh waved through the open area, walked sideways through a pair of tables and ascended the stairs, spotting an appropriate table he made straight for it.

”Huh, where could Ginsh be? Assuming that we are here to have some discussions and relax a little i guess. I would have the right assumption to go upstairs to find for him.” said Elias, while ascending the stairs to the next floor. 

“Bugs, life, science. Honestly, what is it with zoology and bugs these past few months? But hey, if it does turn out interesting.” said Elias, shrugging his shoulders.

Setting himself down he flagged a waiter on the way. “Bring an Rigelian Ale to this table, whichever it’s number, also if you could pass on to the bar staff Ginsh is sat here if a human science officer comes in looking for someone, that will be all.” He addressed the hologram in a  blunt but demanding manner.” 

“One Ale for table fifty six, I will pass the message though momentarily.” Came the polite reply and the waiter made for the stairs.

Reaching the top of the stairs the waiter encountered Elias. “You’re looking for someone? an officer by the name of Ginsh perhaps? Table fifty-six just there, would you like to add to the drink order?”

”Ah yes, thank you. I’ll also have a martini and olives if that wouldn’t be a problem. Thanks once again!” said Elias to the friendly waiter that pointed him to Ginsh.

Walking to the table that Ginsh was sat at, which was of course table fifty-six apparently. Elias waved and said to Ginsh, “Hey there! Fancy seeing you once again Ginsh! I hope everythings going well on your end.” said Elias, while taking a seat in front of Ginsh.

“Elias welcome, making yourself comfortable I see.” Ginsh began with a little friendly opening jab, before turning his attention to the question. “Today has gone well enough, which I was surprised by,  plenty of people stopping and taking an interest.” He paused and considered his surroundings before adding. “Some asked more obvious questions, but still, I like being able to give out in some way.”

”Not everyone knows that much about bugs my friend. Like all sciences it is a trade of art after all. Even astrophysics is a trade of art. Zoology even much more! Good to see that people are actually taking an interest.” said Elias. “Anyways, how are you doing? Handling the ‘exhibit’ of sorts that you came up with. Wish I must compliment you as a science officer to science officer, that was pretty fast. Even I couldn’t do an exhibit that fast and have it prepared in no time.”

“Trade of art.” Ginsh repeated slowly, and thoughtfully. “I’d not thought of it in that way to be truthful. I thank you for your different viewpoint.” His attention went to the compliment about his display, and if he was honest a little swell of pride came over him as he responded. “I think I was fortunate with timing, I’d not long finished a study of that particular specimen, plus it help being Tellarite when dealing with technicians.” He paused, recognised the questions had been one way so far and attempted to change that. “How about yourself, how was your duty shift? May I ask about your current focus of study?” 

”Ah me. I mean I studied as an astrophysics Major in the academy. Which skills I still of course use but as of the current moment… Im actually just assigned to research. Borg artifacts to be specific. Astrophysics still of course play in important part in my research which is focused on the scientific aspects in which the technologies were utilized by the Borg. Also finding a way to counter them somehow. There adaptability to any situation is scary and I’ve been trying to get past that. After all, the horrors of the Frontier Day are still deeply imbued into some peoples memory already. Doing a small favor.“ said Elias, remembering the sudden horrors of Frontier Day. 

“Anyways, my duty shift earlier was quite uneventful anyways. How about yours?“ asked Elias.

“That is certainly an interesting and likely vital area of study. I’m grateful such research is done, be gone with the detractors and scaremongers, we must know, we must understand only then can we take true precautions and not just react, employ what we don’t fully grasp.” Ginsh stated honestly and firmly, he found himself struggling to keep his voice down, to the point he subconsciously glanced around as he paused. 

It was this moment when the drinks arrived, after accepting it the Tellarite went into his afternoon “I was excused from regular duties to supervise the display, the Division heads seem really keen on this whole thing at the moment.” Pointing to the PADD on the table. “I do have a copy of the display information as well as additional materials if you wanted to take a look?” 

”Sure, let me have a look.” said Elias, while taking the PADD offered to him by Ginsh. The two science officers then chatted away into the night.