Getting Back to One's Old Self

[Cmdr Ayers 0]

Nick sighs to himself as Images runs some scan or another over him for what seems like the twentieth time in under an hour.  He notices a corner of Hawke's mouth momentarily twitch upwards in amusement as she senses his growing exasperation.  

 

      After a few more minutes of watching Images go about doing...whatever Images was doing Nick finally has enough.  He clears his throat and says "Doctor, granted I am taking a guess here but as it's an easy one to prove or disprove I'll proceed with it.  I would say you've been on duty for longer then a normal shift.  I suggest you go get something to eat and then get some rest."  

 

      Images looks at him and starts to protest but Nick cuts him off by saying "There are other doctors on duty, Doctor.  I'm sure they'll call you if they need anything.  Granted, there are certain.....concerns with living for centuries but as that is my probable natural lifespan I'd actually like to live that long and that is put in jeopardy when my doctor is pushing himself past the point that he really ought to know better not to push himself past. You will hardly be in a position to help the Captain or myself if you are dead on your feet.  That's when people make mistakes and speaking as one of your patients...and as the ranking officer still conscious on this station I want you to get some rest."  Nick lets some ice into his voice as he adds "I will make it an order if I have to, Ensign."