====== Shane's office, SB 234: UNITY
======
Shane leaned a bit forward and looked in his brother's
eyes. "Do you understand what am I asking from you?" he
inquired.
Martin Guzman (older), ranking consul in Federation
diplomatic corps, currently assigned as Diplomatic advisor
on the USS Chimera – C, nodded: "Of course am I,
Shane". Martin returned from his Honohran mission
(escorting a huge Honohran colony ship on their way through
federation space) several hours ago and was immediately
intercepted by his brother's aide – Lieutenant Pakosii.
The good Lieutenant did not listen to any pleads and
virtually dragged him to Shane's office.
"It's not an order Martin, it's a plea … you don't
have to do that if you don't wish to …" Shane said.
Martin shook his head: "Shane, you aided me several times
when our father wanted me back on Earth and now it's time
to pay some of my dues back. If you handle all the
formalities, I take care of your son and all other stuff".
Shane nodded: "Formalities are no problem. I just inform
Captain Rojac that you were temporary assigned elsewhere and
will return to the Chimera once your assignment is over. But
I'd like to stress again the level of danger you are
heading into. It's Tal'shiar we are talking about and
they are the dammed best Intel in this quadrant … even if
Commander Lernen might think different here. Their arms are
long and they do not hesitate to dirty their hands. I must
say that your very life is in danger …"
Martin grinned: "Now tell me what's the difference
comparing to a life on the Chimera under your command …
"
Shane laughed shortly: "Good point … but seriously, its
not a game. I've send Rangi to the Chimera and once you
and little Martin are away, it's me who is the prime
target for the Tal'shiar. But still … its DANGEROUS!"
Martin nodded: "I understand, Shane. Let's not talk
about it any more. When shall we depart?"
Sighing, Shane replied: "A Vulcan transport ship leaves
the stations in 12 hours. Book two tickets there. Expenses
are no problem, I'll give you access to my account. During
all the years in Starfleet I did not spend a lot of credits,
so there should be enough of them to pay for 100
transports."
Nodding, Martin said: "Well, I've never been to Risa and
I am sure little Martin will like it there as well."
Shane nodded: "True. I can imagine a lot of more worse
places for an assignment. Please don't forget that
officially … you are on R&R. If you notice any sign of
troubles, contact me immediately!"
====== End of log ======
Commodore Shane Guzman
CO, 1st TF CO, SSF Command
CO, SB 234:UNITY
&
Consul Martin Guzman (beta shift char)
Diplomatic advisor
USS Chimera