Scene: The Tulpar Freighter - Cargo Hold

The cargo hold of the Tulpar freighter is bustling with activity. Daisuke, a young and enthusiastic crew member, is showing off his skills to the rest of the team. Swansea, the grizzled engineer, watches with a bemused expression.

Daisuke: “Oh, right here, boss! You’re looking at the meanest swing of the regional junior baseball team! Straight up nearly corked a kid once! I can take the utility axe and–”

Swansea: (interrupting) “You were goddamn born fully corked!”

Daisuke’s confident grin falters, and he looks down, crestfallen.

Daisuke: 😟

The rest of the crew chuckles, but Anya steps forward, placing a reassuring hand on Daisuke’s shoulder.

Anya: “Don’t let him get to you, Daisuke. We all know you’re a valuable part of this team.”

Daisuke nods, his spirits lifting slightly as he returns to his tasks with renewed determination…