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"The Enterprise is docking at Docking Bay 4, Commander," Jadzia Dax said to Ben Sisko, station commander.
"Excellent. Contact the Chief and tell him to meet me so we can great our newest crew member," he said, heading to the lift.
"Temporary, Ben. Remember what Captain Picard said," Dax reminded him.

"I know. He said that the last time," Ben said as the lift disappeared from OPS.
"Dax to O'Brien."

"Go ahead."
"Sisko is meeting the Enterprise. He wants you to join him."

"On my way."
Dax went back to her screen, monitoring ship traffic and other things in the area surrounding the station, Bajor and the worm hole.

Miles O'Brien met Commander Ben Sisko at the docking bay that would house the Enterprise. They were waiting on Rebekah Riker. Miles was going to have a tough time remembering not to throw the 'Crusher' onto the end of her name.

The men said nothing to each other. When the docking ring doors opened, Bekah stepped out and was immediately enveloped in a hug by Ben and Miles.
"It's been such a long time," Ben said to Bekah.
"Yeah. I'm glad it's a happier occasion this time," she said, smiling.
"You look exactly the same," Miles said.
"I know, still short. Hard to believe I'm Will Riker's sister, huh," she said.
"You have the same eyes. Can't miss those," Miles said.
"Thanks. So, you want to show me where to stow my stuff and then you can show me why you need my help," she said.
"I'll take you to your quarters," Miles said.
"That OK with you, Ben," Bekah asked.
"Fine with me. I'm holding a welcome dinner for you in the ward room, so you can meet the senior staff at that time. I'll see you soon. I'm glad you're here, Bekah," he said, giving her another hug and returning to OPS.

Bekah followed Miles down a corridor to a turbo lift. They took the lift to the Habitat Ring and Miles showed her to her quarters.

"Here you go. They aren't like the Enterprise at all, but what do you expect of the Cardassians," Miles said.
"I've been on a Klingon ship. This is much more roomy," she said, setting her bags on the couch.

"Keiko and I are three doors down, so feel free to drop in on her. She can't wait to see you tonight. Molly's missed Auntie Bek," Miles said.
"It's good to see you, although I have a feeling you're doing this because you're worried about my divorce from Wesley," she said.

She saw the flash in his eyes, "I knew it! Did Will tell you to do this," she asked.
"Well, everyone was worried about you and I did need help," Miles said.
"I bet it killed you to admit that to anyone but Keiko, didn't it," she said, smiling.
"As long as Geordi doesn't think I've forgotten everything he ever taught me, I'll be good," Miles said.
"I'll see you at the dinner," she said. Miles left her quarters and Bekah set about making it more like home.

She put out several pictures of herself and her brother and various friends from the Enterprise. She put her clothes in the drawers and got acquainted with the place.

She left her quarters and made her way to the lift that would take her to the ward room.

She exited the lift and immediately found herself in front of the ward room that was full of fellow Starfleet and attache personnel.

She walked into the room and Ben came up to her.
"Welcome, welcome," he said, leading her around the room. "Let me introduce you to the staff," he said, taking her around to each member of the crew.

After meeting everyone on the senior staff, Bekah excused herself from a conversation with Kira and Keiko to get something to drink. She reached for a cup at the same time another person reached for one.
"Oh, I'm sorry. Please, you go first," she said.
"No, I'm a gentleman. After you," he said, in a voice deep and accented.
Bekah looked up and was met by the six foot brown eyed, Dr. Julian Bashir. Her breath immediately left her body.

"Rebekah Riker," she said, knowing she couldn't speak a longer sentence at that moment.

"Dr. Julian Bashir. I missed your initial introduction," he said.
"Sick patient," she asked, taking a sip of the drink.
"Delivering a baby," he said.
"Well, I'd miss my introduction for that any day," Bekah said.
"So, Rebekah, what do you think of our little station," he asked.
"I think things are looking up," she said, smiling at the doctor. She was rewarded with him smiling back.

Miles approached Julian and the two of them started talking about their latest holosuite adventure. Bekah found Keiko again, and started talking to her about life on the station.

A few hours later, Bekah found herself walking along the Promenade. She loved observing people. She supposed all those years as a bridge officer had ingrained that into her.

She passed Quarks and decided she liked the view from Ten-Forward better, but Quark looked like he entertained a wide variety of clients. She passed Garek and his tailor shop. The Cardassian greeted her with a nod and a wave which Bekah returned.

She reached the end of the Promenade and turned around to return to her quarters.

She climbed the stairs to look at the stars and maybe catch the worm hole opening. She'd seen it once already and was marveled by the sight. She stood by a large window looking out at the stars when she heard a voice behind her that caused her to feel hot and flushed.
"Rebekah," he said.
Bekah turned around and smiled.
"Dr. Bashir. What a pleasant surprise," she said.

"Would you like an escort back to your quarters," he asked.
"That would be lovely," she said. She couldn't explain it, but something about the good doctor felt oddly familiar.

"Why don't you tell me about yourself," he asked as the strolled along.

"What's to know? I'm a career Starfleet officer. I have two brothers, Will and Thomas, but I'm not close to Thomas at all. I was stationed on the Enterprise as my second assignment at the request of Captain Picard. What about you," she asked.

"I grew up in France and I've always wanted to be in Starfleet and be a doctor. I've never held any other dream," he said.
"I was the same way. Never wanted to do anything but fly a star ship," she said.

The found themselves in front of Bekah's door and she was sad the walk was so short.

"Thank you for escorting me to my quarters. A girl can't be too careful," she said, smiling at him.
"Glad to help," he said, bowing to her.
"Would you like to have dinner tomorrow," she asked. She must have shocked him because he took a step back.
"If you don't want to, you can just say no," she said.
"No, it's not that. I was going to ask you the same question," he said.

"Pick me up at 1900," she said.
"It's a date," he said.
Bekah looked into the brown eyes of the doctor. She saw so much in those brown orbs, more than she thought possible from someone she'd just met.

She opened the door to her quarters and motioned him inside.

She couldn't explain it, but something about Julian felt perfect. She continued staring into his eyes before she ran her fingers through his hair and pulled his mouth down to her level. Before either knew what was happening, Bekah kissed him.

If Julian was shocked, he recovered quickly and kissed her back. As they disappeared into the bedroom, Bekah realized this assignment was exactly what she needed.

Neither could explain it, but they felt strongly for each other. They didn't question, they just went with it.

Hours later, as Bekah and Julian were sleeping, a gentle fog filled the space above the bed. In Bekah's dream she heard someone say, "You're welcome, Little Riker."