[locked to Admiral Jim Kirk]
I have news. Good news.
[locked to Spock]
I've found a job. Speaking dozens of languages might not be a boon here, but apparently speaking them eloquently still is.
[locked to Enterprise crew from any universe, cause at least there's familiarity there]
I feel like celebrating. Anyone interested in dinner and drinks?
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Because I just got a job. A pretty great one.
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Congratulations. [She doesn't sound like she particularly means it.]
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It would be nicer if you meant it, but thank you.
[If Uhura can hear your dryness, then you can totally hear her smile.]
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[Yep, that was totally spur of the moment, but being excited about things makes her do that, and right now you're the closest thing to a 'girlfriend' that she has. Sorry, Jim. Huge smile totally in her voice, you don't need to see her face to know it's there.]
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Um... You learned the doors don't always open automatically here?
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Sadly, no. In the middle of the night I still run into the bathroom door about half the time. Try again.
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[There's a part of him that wants to tell her to be careful. After just what happened to the last Magistrate, the tower isn't the safest place to work. But instead...]
You are more than qualified to meet their needs.
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[Read: she hopes she doesn't let you both down.
She's studied for situations similar to this, but having the knowledge and having the experience are two different things.]
I'm the Press Secretary for the Magistrate. I wasn't expecting something so public, but it should allow us an unvarnished inside look at the city that might prove useful.
The salary is also considerable. Mister Scott seems worried about being able to find the things he requires for you two to get your work done. I know I can't help from a technical standpoint, but now I can help fund the people who are qualified.
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He seemed genuinely upset by it.
What should I call you?
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But enough of that, let's talk about me! Or you. A lovely woman's always an appropriate topic of conversation.
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Life? Does it really matter as long as I'm treating?
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[And now the teasing is obvious, though still with a spirit of fun.]
Try to look nice.
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