***SB Unity***
Tommy walked into the outer office of security and motioned
to Johnson to go with him. Before Johnson could speak Tommy
said," I just got back from the captain. We have an
appointment with the commodore, who will fill us in on what
we need to know about the fire. Also, we have exactly 48
hours to solve this, so pay attention." Johnson just shook
his head as they walked.
***Commodore's reception room***
When they arrived they went to the desk and Tommy said," We
have an appointment with the Commodore. Lieutenant Junior
Grade Tom Jardan and Master Chief Heath Johnson." Tommy
stood at attention and awaited a response.
Pakosii nodded and replied: "I am Lieutenant Pakosii, Aide
of Commodore Guzman. The Commodore is expecting you, but he
has a conversation with Admiral LaGrand at the moment.
Please proceed to the retinal scan and then please take a
seat. I'll inform you when the Commodore is free to see
you".
" Retinal scan? May I ask why we need to do this test?"
Actually, Tommy did not mind the test and in fact was rather
impressed With whoever ordered the tests, but wanted to see
the lieutenant's reaction.
Pakosii sighed: "Yes, Lieutenant. All visitors to the
Commodore need to pass the retinal scan. The Commodore is a
Special Forces flag officer and in charge of this sector …
therefore a fine target for the enemy. Without passing the
test, you cannot see the Commodore".
" I see. I was just wondering." Tommy and Johnson moved to
the machine and did the scans. The computer passed them both
and they sat down to wait.
======= Shane's office =====
When the door hissed open, Shane looked at the two officers
(well .. one officer and one NCO) entering the room. HE did
not know them, but Pakosii informed him about their identity
and the purpose of their visit.
Smiling he said: "Welcome Lieutenant, Chief … I am
always happy to see guys from my ex-ship. Please take a seat
and tell me what I can do for you"
Tommy smiled in return," Nice to see you again, sir. May I
ask, have you seen any more future selves lately?" Tommy
said this in a tone meant to be taken as a joke." Actually,
We have been asked by Captain Rojac to investigate the
explosion on the shuttle deck."
Shane laughed. He never explained there whereabouts of his
encounter with future himself so all remained a mystery and
source of jokes and gossip. "No, lately none and I wonder
if you scared them" he replied in a joke. "But back to
business .. how can I help you in this matter, gentleman?"
Johnson, who had been silent up until now spoke."
Specifically, we were hoping you would give us a rundown on
what happened. We also need all data and a list of possible
suspects.. We would also like to speak with station
security."
Shane nodded: "I think your man to speak with Colonel
PontBrillant. He was the one directly involved in the
accident. HE's just been released from the infirmary, so I
guess you want to ask him directly. For the moment, I know
very little myself. Its no great secret that the security on
the UNITY went quite disorganized after Captain Joeleco's
departure. This is a matter that requires attention, but
there are other areas of higher priority."
"But security should have been set up to function even with
the loss of a chief. Isn't there a secondary chief?" Johnson
was very curious, as when jardan got hurt, security on the
Chimera did not diminish, " I mean, what's going on?"
"My dear Chief" Shane said: "security priority is to
ensure safety for ships docked on the station as well as
Task Force Command center. We are in war and from here the
whole defense of this sector is coordinated. Security on
civilian decks as well as low importance Starfleet decks is
not my priority at the moment. I am glad you want to lend a
hand in this investigation and I am happy to give you any
support you need, but there are two things I cannot give you
… personnel and access to task force level areas. Aside
these two things ask what you need and you shall get it.
Lieutenant Pakosii will be in touch with you …"
Tommy nodded. " I see. Well this shouldn't make it that much
harder. I am curious about no access to the task force
areas. What if the saboteur is a member of the personnel of
that area?"
Shane shrugged slightly: "As much as you dislike hearing
this like security personnel ... you do not posses the
proper SSF clearance to access those areas. Bring me any
evidence about Task Force personnel involvement and I will
grant you the clearance. But until then …" Shane's
voice trailed off.
Tommy said, " I guess our next step will be to get in touch
with Colonel PontBrillant. Thank you for seeing us. I will
await the data from the Lieutenant." Tommy and Johnson both
stood up and waited to be dismissed.
"You are welcome. Please thank Captain Rojac for sending
you … and that we have to speak about granting Task Force
clearances. You're dismissed!"
====== End of log ======
Lieutenant JG Tom Jardan
Chief Security Officer
USS Chimera
&
Commodore Shane Guzman
CO, 1st TF, SSF Command
CO, SB 234: UNITY
