"Sometimes, you need to make less noise than weapons afford. You're fighting skills are superior to many I've met. I would consider it a great honor if you would train me."
"Oh, I think you overestimate me--or underestimate yourself, more likely. You are certainly the superior in that kind of fighting. I prefer to do my killing from a distance."
--M. J. Young
"As you see fit. I am honored to have had your consideration on this matter."
Guess it's back to the daily ships routine, and training.
Of course, the routine is a bit disrupted since you have Mekita on board. Although she is an honored guest and presumably trusted ally, John insists that someone be with her at all times. Miralla gets that job for a significant chunk of the day, although the biggest part of the job falls to Marilyn, and John and George pick up part of it. (Toni and Burly are usually busy in engineering, Ann is constantly monitoring communications even when she's asleep, and Ishara, Phil, Gary, and Tom are not really noted for their interpersonal skills, for different reasons.)
But there's no particular demand on your time; that is, unless you volunteer to spend time with the rebel organizer you're not expected to do so.
--M. J. Young