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[lifescience]

[She's settled before she addresses the network at large, posture straight and hands resting in her lap. Jemma's still not entirely convinced that they've not been set adrift on a Hydra vessel or some other enemy of S.H.I.E.L.D., but one has to take risks eventually, don't they?

She even looks decidedly upbeat about it.]

I suppose we should start with a proper introduction, although it's been brought to my attention that I may have spoken to some of you before. It just seemed a bit rude not to, since I might not..remember you. My name is Jemma Simmons. I've just arrived, but can I say that, unanswered questions aside, I find this all to be a little exciting. The final frontier and all.

[Exciting and maybe just a little bit scary. But so far, so good.]

I've also applied to one of the Science Departments, but I thought I should mention it here as well, in the interest of sharing with the class. I specialized in biochemistry back at the Academy, but I could certainly lend a hand in medbay or anywhere else where an extra scientist is needed.

[One might get the impression that the way she says "science" should be accompanied by a heavy sigh and possibly hearts in the margins of this post.]

Oh, and if Fitz has already told you anything about a cat and its liver, please overlook it. He's a little bit sensitive in the olfactory department.

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[vdova]

A cat and its liver?

[ Yeah, that's what we're focusing on for now. ]

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[lifescience]

It-

[She starts to explain it, but how to really explain it without it sounding weird?]

It was for science. And the cat was already dead! That smell had nothing to do with anything I had done.

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[vdova]

If it makes you feel better, he hasn't mentioned anything yet.

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[lifescience]

Well, that's a relief.

[Jemma smiles, but then she takes a better look at the woman in the video. Is that-]

Are you - you were in the battle of New York, you're her.

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[brainsqueeze]

You're probably going to be the one sharing that story instead.

Does it feel any more real after a few days?

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[lifescience]

I've never told it alone before.

A little. Not really. But I'll manage.

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[brainsqueeze]

I don't know if Fitz has either.

Having something to do can help, or it'll distract you enough to stop you thinking about it.

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[doggedly]

cat and liver and olfactory sensitivity


please tell me more please

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[lifescience]

You want to hear more?

[That's somewhat rare, most people don't want her to tell that story. Unless-]

Are you a scientist?

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[doggedly]

yes
so obviously absoltuely i want to hear more

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[cabins]

Lovely to meet you, Jemma. My name is Laura. [A kindly, middle-aged woman smiles assuringly at her.]

I work in the Comm department here, though I've been preoccupied with other projects. [The projects are called 'planning her wedding' and it's awesome.] Still, I wish to welcome you onboard Tranquility, and if you have any questions, I'd be more than happy to do my best to answer them.

[A beat.] Biochemistry? Impressive. [Please don't be awful and terrible like Baltar, please.]

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[lifescience]

Likewise, Laura. That means to me than I can properly express.

[Jemma practically beams. It's always nice to know that there's someone so kind and polite on board.]

It helps that I enjoy it as much as I do. Fitz used to tease me about it, but he had his nose in a book every bit as much as I did.

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[cabins]

It's nothing at all, Jemma.

[She already likes this girl. Congratulations, you've been adopted by the President of the Universe, hope that's alright with you.]

I hope you were never embarrassed about your love for it. And, who, may I ask, is Fitz?

[Laura's close with Skye and Maria both, but she has yet to meet Fitz.]

[klutziness]

that's kinda a pessimistic way to think about it
the "final" part i mean

[lifescience]

Oh. Oh, I didn't mean it like that! It's an expression from a television show. I'm sorry.

[klutziness]

oh
that's a weird expression
what does it even mean?

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[blackmagus]

This is the final frontier?

[ Fortescue has an accent very similar to Jemma's, and a lack of context where space quotes are concerned. Primarily because Star Trek doesn't exist in her world. Not yet, at least.

There's also a black cat sitting in her lap, swishing his tail and looking unconcerned about the phone inches away from him. ]

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[lifescience]

[Oh no, it's happening again.]

It's just a harmless expression, I assure you. It's from a television show about space travel.

And...your cat doesn't have anything to worry about either.

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[blackmagus]

[ She gives a small nod of ah, in understanding. TV. Gotcha. ]

He doesn't worry about anything other than the bugs in the Oxygen Gardens. [ Typical cat. ] Me, though, I'm thinking this frontier might not be so final. Or hoping, rather. Most people here would rather go home.

[ On the other hand, Fortescue doesn't want to. But only because it's worse for her there. ]

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[forgodssake]

welcome aboard, Dr? Simmons
my name is Professor Charles Xavier, CXO of the department you've joined. we very often pull shifts with the medical department when things are dire, so I'm glad you're up for it.

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[lifescience]

Thank you for having me, Professor Xavier. I'm very excited to get started. Is there anything you would have me to do?

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[forgodssake]

oh, inevitably.
for now, I recommend you complete a profile for yourself on our database and review some of our past and present case files to familiarise yourself with our routines.
I've actually fallen a little behind in some work but once I get an idea about what you're all about, perhaps you can help me

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[immuno]

[ Pretty girl who likes science ? ?? This feels familiar. Time to be nice. Socially appropriate. ]

How do you know Fitz?

[ Nailed it. ]

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[lifescience]

[It almost seems like a strange question. She's used to people pretty much knowing them by a singular name.]

We've been best friends for quite a long time.

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[immuno]

He's never mentioned you.

[ Said in an innocuous enough voice, but like. Why say that if it's innocuous. ]

I'm Lydia. We've been working together to gather data about the universe and try to track the movements of the ship.