"Executive Expectations"
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Setting: USS ANUBIS, Holodeck 4
Dealing with the unexpected had always been part of
the job of a Starfleet Officer, even more so when that
Officer worked under the banner of the Intel
Organization of that fleet; SFI. Having taken on the
responsibilities of being a CO, even if only for a
brief time, had also made the Romulan/Terran hybrid
realize that the extent of these unexpected events had
been greatly increased. Thinking that things were
bound to become very interesting, Serenna had been
glad to see that the worst she had to deal with at the
moment was two overly curious and determined officers.
Approaching the two towering aliens, the XO handed
each one of them a PADD and pointed to the respective
stations as the Romulan/Terran hybrid explained what
she had in store for them. "During this shakedown
mission Ensign Uxtar will take over Flight Control
while you Ensign Rostov will continue in your duties
as Sec/Tac officer. Each one of you is expected to
become intimately familiar with the systems of the
HATHOR."
Wasting no time, the Hirogen grab the PADD from the
hand of his soon to be CO and headed for the
holographic recreation of the HATHOR's helm. Taking
his seat Uxtar scanned the layout of the control panel
and stretched out his hands to cover the complex
layout already anticipating that piloting this ship
would be very different than one of the VIPERS.
After watching the Nausiccan take in the layout of
the bridge as well as the specifications of his new
station, the Romulan/Terran hybrid transferred her
focus onto her XO and the Enaran man by her side.
Noticing that they had taking a more prominent place
in the eyes of the HATHOR's CO, the two became more
serious in their conversation.
Facing the ANUBIS' XO, the Enaran Marine nodded and
smiled as he glanced at the holographic recreation of
the ship's command deck. "You have a fine ship here
Sir, but Lt. Cmdr. Maya has informed me that there is
no room for my troops. Does this mean that I will not
be expected to accompany you on this shakedown
cruise?"
Glaring over the man's shoulder at the Shillian
CSciO, the Romulan/Terran hybrid reminded herself of
the point that she had very recently made about having
to deal with the unexpected and that this had not
entirely fallen under that category. Having made a
point to know the HATHOR, its acting CO had already
anticipated this discussion with the MCO. "You and
your troops will be placed on temporary leave while
the rest of the senior staff of the ANUBIS take the
HATHOR through its paces."
Stepping next to the Enaran the Shillian made no
qualms about speaking her mind about what the
Romulan/Terran hybrid had just said indicating that
the scientist had accepted her new role as XO.
"Commander, with all due respect, there are still
several key positions that have yet to be assigned. I
agree that there is no room on this ship for us to
bring the Marine Corps normally assigned to the
ANUBIS, but that does not mean that we should leave
Lt. Pravat behind. I mean we could use his expertise
and experience during this mission even if it is meant
to be nothing more than a simple run without any real
obstacles in our way."
Looking to his side at the Shillian, the Enaran man
was not entirely certain if he should have been
pleased or hurt by what the HATHOR's acting XO had
said. Thinking about it for a brief moment and since
he had been given the choice, Pravat decided to accept
what had been said as a sign that Maya had wanted him
by her side. "I would be honored if you would permit
me to help in this mission."
Not wanting to get into an argument with her XO and
seeing no real reason to deny the request to have the
Enaran join the crew, the Romulan/Terran hybrid nodded
her agreement and directed the MCO towards the
security station where Ens. Rostov had already busied
himself. "You can assist with the preparations of the
tactical systems of the HATHOR, it may be a small ship
but you will see that it packs quite a arsenal."
Appearing less than pleased that he had been assigned
an 'aid', the Nausicaan Sec/Tac officer glared at the
Romulan/Terran hybrid while keeping his comments and
opinions to himself. Arguing with the acting CO would
serve no purpose other than to deepen the chasm that
had been present between them.
Returning her focus back to her XO, the
Romulan/Terran hybrid saw a questioning look on the
Shillian's face making the CO suspect that the next
words would once again deal with the vacant positions
of their ship. "I see that you have yet to assign
someone to the position of CEO and Ops and since the
general idea was to bring the crew of the ANUBIS onto
the HATHOR I guess we have a slight problem. I mean
Annie could easily take on the job of COO for the ship
although her strength is being on the ANUBIS, but what
about the position of CEO? I am sure that Ens.
Summers is going to argue very adamantly about letting
David return to full duty so soon after what he went
through."
Nodding, the Romulan/Terran hybrid admitted that
those positions had not yet been officially assigned
but the acting CO made a point to state that she had
given the matter a great deal of thought. "Although
the positions have not been officially assigned, I do
have people in mind for both of them; I just wanted to
speak to the respective officers before making the
assignment official. Placing Ens. Uxtar in the FCO
position and Ens. Rostov at Sec/Tac was not an issue,
as is having Ens. Summers and Ens. Mei in their
respective duties as CMO and Cns. Keep working on the
preparations, I will take care of those two
positions."
Acknowledging the order of her CO, the Shillian
nodded and watched as the Romulan/Terran hybrid left
the holodeck and went to take care of filling the
vacant positions, although a little earlier than she
had anticipated doing so.
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Stepping off the turbolift the Romulan/Terran hybrid
was pleased to see one of the two people she had
intended on speaking to heading her way. Finding the
Oltharian would not have been a difficult task but the
acting CO had still been happy with the fact that she
would not have to go looking for him. "Lt. Fairborn,
just the person I wanted to speak to. Do you have a
few minutes?"
Bowing his compliance, the Oltharian stood patiently
waiting for what the Romulan/Terran hybrid had to say
to him. The HATHOR's CO had not expected this to be
difficult yet she found telling the giant what she had
wanted to say a little tricky. "I have been asked to
lead the senior staff of the ANUBIS on a shakedown
mission for a new ship, and I would like for you to
take on the role of CEO."
Taking the PADD that the Romulan/Terran hybrid had
offered him, the Oltharian bowed once again barely
looking at the information being displayed on the
device. "I would be honored to serve Commander, but
what about David? Will he not be accompanying us on
this mission?"
Knowing that the two engineers were friends had meant
that the Romulan/Terran hybrid had expected that the
name of the ANUBIS' CEO would likely be brought up
during the conversation, and that had been why the CO
had already prepared an answer which she immediately
gave to the Oltharian. "I think it best if David
rests for the time being."
Bowing once again showing his complete and willing
compliance the Oltharian seemed not at all troubled by
the fact that he had been given the task that should
have been by default handed over to Lt. Dawson had
everything been normal. Moving past the engineer to
tackle her next objective, the Romulan/Terran hybrid
was stopped by an unexpected question from the giant.
"Commander, would it be acceptable if I selected a few
additional members of the engineering staff to assist
me during this mission?"
Not having figured the Oltharian to be the type to be
sneaky about anything that he did, the Romulan/Terran
hybrid figured that she still better ask as to the
identity of these 'additional members' that had been
mentioned. "Did you have someone particular in mind?"
Nodding Elan glanced over towards Sickbay indicating
whom he had in mind for the additional member of the
engineering staff. Seeing an expression of hesitation
on the face of the XO, the Oltharian quickly moved to
place any concerns to rest. "I believe that getting
back to work would be beneficial for him and I am
willing to take full responsibility for David's action
during this mission. As an assistant he would be able
to work at a reduced pace while still giving him
something to focus on other than the events of the
last few days."
Looking up at the Oltharian giant, the Romulan/Terran
hybrid could not help herself and smiled. "You are a
wise man and a good friend; I will speak to David
about your offer."
After watching the Oltharian leave the Romulan/Terran
hybrid turned around and resumed her course to the
ship's Sickbay where she now had two people to speak
to, both in regards to positions onboard the USS
HATHOR.
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Lieutenant Commander Serenna
Acting Commanding Officer 2005 post #476
Stardate: 60327.2130
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Corridor outside Sickbay
Stardate: 60327.2145
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Serena Switt {serena1141@yahoo.com.au}
Executive Officer
USS ANUBIS
USS HATHOR
