The Hoshi Sato Story

Part Four, written August 24, 2002

Life, 22nd century style.

Many might wonder why genetic engineering is permitted in the 31st century, when it wasn’t in Kirk’s era, or Picard, Sisko & Janeway’s. Fact of the matter is, it’s not legal in Hoshi’s time either...but there are loopholes, and laws are often bent to suit the wealthy, same as at any time in history. Problem is, there are a great many wealthy, childless couples who decide to follow the same path as Hoshi’s parents did, and decide their child’s fate, with little or no regard for the consequences the child may suffer. There may not be money in Starfleet, but civilians still have the tendency to pursue material wealth, often to the detriment of others less fortunate.

31st century Starfleet is no less upstanding than in earlier centuries, but with the UFP being so much larger, it is impossible to ensure the well-being of all members of every species. Hoshi was recruited by Starfleet on her 15th birthday, the youngest cadet to ever join the Academy. Everyone knew she was a G-E girl, but she worked hard, listened attentively, and learned quickly, making her a favourite with teachers and cadets alike. Starfleet was a haven compared to home, because though there was pressure to succeed, and pressure to push limits, it was something they all experienced, as opposed to something Hoshi alone had to endure.

That was until she was enlisted to join the temporal protection agency. Life then became one great challenge. A challenge not to be furious at her pushy parents, a challenge to do the work, but most of all, a challenge to keep friends, when she couldn’t tell them anything about her life anymore. Hoshi loved challenges, and rose to meet all of them, but often wished she could go back to a more normal way of life. That’s one reason why Hoshi loves the 22nd century, the Enterprise & it’s crew - they are pioneers in their field, but can still lead relatively normal lives.

The 31st century isn’t all bad, but the 22nd is far more enjoyable, despite the lack in technological advancements. Even the holodecks on the Enterprise 1701-E are archaic compared to what Hoshi is used to...the NX-01 Enterprise is positively prehistoric in it’s recreational activities...but no less enjoyable, for they allow the imagination to wander many paths...many, many paths, not explored in centuries.

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