Visiting the Covenant

[Doc Holliday]

"The Gammuians," Doc said with interest. They were as much a mystery to him as anyone else. What he had heard about them was both good and bad, depending on to whom he spoke. Doc himself was indifferent as he had an open mind for things and people he knew little about. "You must tell me more about the people of Gammu. I know so little about them and would like to explore options of mutual trust, respect and a working relationship."
As they got on the tram, he continued. "Med Force Three, which works in the Omicrons, has had some good encounters with AI drones. My commander on that ship doesn't prize herself a diplomat but I think she does better than she gives herself credit for."
"You mean Alicia?" inquired Nicole.
"Yes," he answered, "Commander Alicia Cook. I've read her logs. If an AI doesn't understand what she is saying, she......." He paused looking for the right word. ".........speaks simply and keeps doing so until a good dialogue is established."
He then sipped his Scotch. "My this is good Scotch," he commented before continuing. "So getting to know the Gammuians would be a pleasant surprise."

The tram began it's voyage to the city. "So far, I like what I'm hearing and seeing. I look forward to more."