Chomping at the Bit

Personal Log Stardate: 47030.7

We are just about ready to depart from Starbase 214. The minor damage that the saboteur caused has been repaired. As I reflect on the whole incident, I can’t help feel how the Prophets guided us. Although there was a few injuries, it could have been much, much worse. Additionally, we discovered a Romulon agent who might have been in place for years, causing untold damage and maybe even fatalities. And the crew, a little green and naive, got some real experience. I am grateful to the Prophets for these mercies.

But I am not grateful to Admiral Hawthorne who continually tries to whittle away my confidence. But I will walk boldly with the Prophets who will guide me. His perpetual pessimism will not taint what will be an amazing tour of duty with a fine crew and a good ship.

Another bit of fortune that might come our way is finding a mentor for Lt. Xiang. He has a ton of raw potential but it needs a bit of refinement. I was discussing this with Admiral Lostname of Starbase 214, and he happens to know someone who might fit the job. It’s his husband, or his wife’s other husband–Denobulan marriages are very complicated–Commander Rinix who is attached to Admiral Bannock out of Starbase 201, but is on a fact finding mission in this sector. The Commander might be able to spare a few weeks to take our young Chief of Security under his wing. I’m not sure how Jiang will respond, he might chaff under the extra scrutiny. But it’s a chance I don’t want to miss, the Lt. can learn much from a Security expert.