The Replacement

Posted on Wed Sep 3rd, 2014 @ 11:59am by Commodore Samantha York & Commander Thaddius Storm

650 words; about a 3 minute read

Mission: Deadly Diplomacy
Location: Corridors

Thaddius Storm walked down the corridors of the Calypso having only arrived a few moments before. He was directed by the transporter chief to a diplomatic function taking place in the main lounge. He had not yet read the dossier on the mission or the details of the mission however he knew it's purpose was a negotiation between two fighting factions. His first task was to locate Commodore York.

As he walked down the corridor further, fate would aid him in his first task. "Ah, Commodore York. This makes things a lot easier. My name is Thaddius Storm, I was sent here by Starfleet Command to replace Commander Vance. Sad to hear about her, she's one hell of a girl and a fine officer. I hope she is able to find a place that will serve her well." he said extending his hand to York.

Sam was on her way to the Marine Deck when the tall man approached her. She paused and shook his hand, surprised that someone had been sent out so quickly. Although, on second thought, she should not have been so surprised. "I did not request another Executive Officer. I rejected Starfleet's transfer of Commander Vance. And after the accident, I am not in a hurry to fill the slot, either," she said politely but firmly.

"Well then." Thaddius said crossing his arms and smiling. His uniform flexed outwards nearly bursting at the seams as his powerful muscles flexed. The six foot four man towered over York but his demeanour was gentle. "Since I'm here I suppose I can give you guys a hand with this diplomatic function. I was in security investigations before I got sent here. If that is of any help to you I would be more then happy to assist until we get this mess sorted out."

Sam wasn't so sure how security investigations could help in a diplomatic assignment, but since he was here, she was willing to at least consider it. "If you don't mind, I'd like to see your orders -- and your personnel records first." He'd either been given his orders before the transfer for Vance came in -- or at the same time to arrive so quickly. That alone made her not trust him completely. She also wasn't looking for another Executive Officer right now.

"Of course." he said handing York the PADD. "My records are in the Starfleet database I apologize for not including them with my orders."

She looked over the PADD and then handed it back to Storm. "Thank you. As I said, I'm not ready to replace Commander Vance, but if you want to give security a hand, you're welcome to stay for a while." Actually, if she had her druthers, she'd promote a member of her crew to first officer rather than accept anyone sent to her from Starfleet Command.

"Then so it will be. I'll go speak with your Chief of Security. Things seem quiet now and hopefully they'll stay that way. I've had some diplomatic negotiations get well anything but diplomatic sometimes." he said snickering at the remark. "Well I'm sure you have some important business to attend to, if you need anything do not hesitate to call on me ma'am." Thaddius said bowing his head to her.

The Calypso was rarely quiet, but Storm would soon learn about that. "Thank you. And thank you for your understanding while we get a few things sorted out," Sam said. "You should also check in with the doctor and counselor. If we need you, you'll be cleared."

"Of course. I will do so at once." Thaddius said nodding respectfully before moving on.

When the man left, Sam continued on her way. She had one assignment that she couldn't leave to anyone else: informing Sergeant Beckinsale of Vance's accident.

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Commodore Samantha York
Commanding Officer

Commander Thaddius Storm
Wannabe Executive Officer

 

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