JPL|Couns & SciO | LtJG Shakkar & Ens Kharg | "A Spot of Sparring"

Posted on 241708.29 @ 7:58pm by Ensign Ayissa Kharg & Lieutenant Shakkar Jontar
Edited on on 241708.29 @ 8:05pm

Mission: Reconstruction and Refocus
Location: Gymnasium

Plucking in annoyance at the tight fit of her freshly adorned work out gear, Ayissa emerged from the locker room and into the gymnasium. For a moment, she hovered in the doorway, finding herself impressed at the size, and variety, that the space had to offer. It seemed at every turn, the Enterprise never failed to astound. A small smirk curved her lips as she moved towards a relatively secluded corner where thick mats lined the floor, a line of training bags spaced out along the wall. It was nearly empty at this hour; both a blessing and a lament. She often preferred a sparring partner, but it was not required. The only two others she could see were embroiled in a bit of swordplay along the other side of the immense space. Definitely not her cup of tea. Tilting head to one side and then the other, she felt the bones of her neck pop, causing a small exhale of relief. It had been quite a while since she'd had the time to actually exert herself.

Shakkar walked into the gym, eager to work off a few frustrations he's been having with some tempermental wall art. He jutted off into the locker rooms and quicky traded his uniform in for something more comfortable. Upon exiting he scanned the room and tried to find himself a friendly face. It wasn't long before he found someone he had met at the party the crew had the other night, With no real plan he walked over. On the way his ankle popped but that wasn't anything new. Before he got there he was sure to stow his glasses that he was prescribed.

"Hello. Ayissa, wasn't it?" he said.

Reaching to still the bag after having gotten in a few warm-up punches in, Ayissa half turned towards the voice that addressed her. "Ah, Counselor. Er...Jontar, yes? How are you?"

Fully turning to face the Bajoran, the Ensign donned a warm smile, her bright green eye shining with mild curiosity. Side stepping a little further away from the punching bag, she designated her attention to the company at hand. "Was quite the welcoming party the other night."

"It was indeed." he replied with a smile. "I'm doing well. How about you?"

"Trying to clear my head a bit." Ayissa replied, tilting her head towards the equipment. "Though I am admittedly more out of practice than I expected. At least no one here knows any better, right?"

"Well, except you now, I suppose." She added with a light laugh. "Boxing was never my forte, anyhow."

"Counselor patient confidence." he said with a wink. "Mine either I have to admit." he said with a laugh.

"Oh? And pray tell, what does a counselor usually do for his fitness routine?" Kharg inquired in a light-hearted fashion, pulling the straps of her gloves loose with her teeth as she awaited the answer.

"Well, that depends. Running on the holodeck mostly. But on Starbase Cheyenne I dabbled in light martial arts." he explained. "Very light." he laughed

Perking up slightly, Ayissa casually tossed her gloves aside. "What school? I have studied the Klingon Mok'bara, though I doubt that is of any surprise. But I have also studied the Terran version of Judo. Not to any great extent, but there were a few who practiced while I was in Academy."

"A little Mok'bara and a little Terran kickboxing." he said

Gentle smile turning into a wider, toothy grin at hearing he also knew her people's method, Ayissa took stance smoothly. "Care to spar a bit, in such a case? I will go easy, I promise. I'm not in a mood to sprain anything myself."

Shakkar returned the smile. "Sounds like a plan to me." he said.

~~* 30 minutes later*~~

Panting slightly, Ayissa moved to where a small pile of towels were stored, snatching up two, and tossing one in the Counselor's direction. "I feel like I should be bringing shame upon my ancestors, with as out of shape as I am."

Shaking her head slightly, the Ensign mopped at her sweat damp face, draping the towel across her shoulders. "You have very nice form, for having only studied lightly." Was added, a smirk curving her lips.

Shakkar smiled back, draping the towel around his neck. "Thanks! You too."

Stretching arms in attempt to keep them from seizing up, Kharg eyed the Counselor over, seeming to ponder something. Whatever it was, the expression passed swiftly, replaced by her general, amiable nature. "You ever wanna learn more, or just blow off some steam, I'd be happy to help. Could probably use it, too."

"I'll remember that. Thanks." Shakkar replied.

"Or a drink. I like those as well." Ayissa winked. Fetching up the gloves she had discarded earlier, she made her way towards the locker room at an ambling pace. "See ya around!"

"Sure thing!" Shakkar replied.

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Lieutenant JG Shakkar Jontar
Counselor
USS Enterprise

Ensign Ayissa Kharg
Science Officer
USS Enterprise