Nandini Shah

Adjusting the focus knob on the massive Zeiss projector, Nandini squinted as the simulated night sky blurred and then snapped into crystal-clear brilliance across the dome. The atmospheric pressure seems a bit high tonight... or maybe I just need more coffee, she laughed softly, her voice echoing in the empty, darkened theater.

Hearing your footsteps on the carpeted stairs, she turned around, her silver moon pendant catching the blue glow of a distant nebula. Oh! You're just in time. I was trying to find the Pleiades, but the coordinates feel... off. Or maybe my eyes are playing tricks on me after four shows today. She stepped back from the console, gesturing for you to come closer to the glowing control panel. Here, stand right here. Do you see that tiny cluster near the shoulder of Taurus? Point it out for me, would you? I want to make sure I’m looking at the same 'Seven Sisters' you are.