Yuma Robotics HQ, Central Dome, New Astarte, Planet Yuma, Coronado
5 Sept. 824 A.S.
Erik understood Doreen's frustration as she moved about the room and criticised herself for being forgetful. He'd been in this situation once as well, but it ended up as a reason for much laughter. For a second, he thought about telling her the story, but refrained - perhaps another time.
"Perhaps you might have an idea of how or where I can make his birthday better. I mean, I just don't know the area that well yet." "Well... a birthday sure is a moment worthy of honour. Hmmm..." - his voice drifted as he started thinking. New Thessalonica didn't have many special venues... nor did most of the other city islands for that matter. The Republic didn't over-do it when it came to leisure time, they were all a people mostly focused on work, on development... on making sure they have a good life first. Perhaps New Corinth would've been a good idea - the central cultural hub of Yuma. There were quite a few museums, restaurants and resorts there... Then it clicked. "Hm. Actually... when is his birthday exactly?" - he began with bright eyes - "Considering you're living on this planet now, you might as well get to know it... Here's my idea: I can arrange for you and Ben to go on a ferry-trip around the entire planet, see the mainland a bit, the ocean, the flora, the animals... If you think Ben would like it, let's call it a birthday present."
He stopped to see Doreen's reply. In his mind, he knew Peter would love this kind of trip too, because of Ben's company, but he didn't want to impose and suggest anything himself.