Another Body to Secure Security

Posted on Thu Aug 22nd, 2024 @ 1:46pm by Lieutenant Magnus Volsung

660 words; about a 3 minute read

Mission: A marathon not a sprint

[ON]

Petty Officer 1st Class Jaarre Zize had checked into her new assignment last night aboard the USS Wolff and first thing this morning she was scheduled to meet her new boss. The Bajoran who was trained in security and tactical operations stepped into the security office and offered a smile to the officer there. "Petty Officer First Class Jaarre Zize reporting for duty sir."

Magnus looked at the Bajoran woman, giving her a small smile in return. "I'm Lieutenant Magnus Volsung...come on in, have a seat," he said with a nod. "Hopefully you've had a chance to rest...I hear you arrived last night?"

“That is correct sir” she replied with a nod. “I had plenty of rest on the trip” Zize added with a half smile looking at her superior.

He nodded as he looked at her before he motioned for the seat. "Sit down. Tell me about yourself, Petty Officer."

Zize took the offered seat "well there isn't much to tell, sir" she said politely. "Former Bajoran militia turned Starfleet security officer." the smile on her face grew when she mentioned being a Starfleet officer.

He smiled at the way she said it, the expression on her face as he gave her a bod off acceptance. "Sounds to me like a lot changed. You happy in your new position?"

"Yes sir" the smile that flashed on her face was one that probably showed the gratitude she had for her time in Starfleet so far. "Starfleet has changed my life" she gave a nod and quickly added "for the better."

"It does that to a lot of people," Magnus said, meaning it. And for some, not as much. He wondered how the Bajoran in front of him had fared through it all. "It's what drew me to it as well, that it...helps."

The Bajoran didn't say anything back but only held a slight smile on her face.

He watched for a moment before he nodded. "Now, do you have any favourite bits of your job? Or anything you'd wish to train more in?"

“I just like being part of the team and keeping the ship and its people safe” Zize smiled and continued “I can always use more training in hand to hand combat.” She shrugged “I figure there is always room for improvement when it comes to safety and security.”

"Forever learning, that is us," Magnus said with a chuckle, considering her words. "Hand to hand can always be arranged. Drake on our team is excellent at it, I would recommend you talk to him for more training."

“Yes sir” she said with a smile. “I’ve always enjoyed a rigorous training. I like to stay sharp” the Bajoran Petty Officer said.

"That's good, I like a sharp team," he said almost playfully, his eyes gentle. "We are not often used for anything violent, but we must still be ready."

“I understand sir and I will be ready when you call” Zize was a capable officer s s she knew it. However you never knew what you might face out among the stars.

He nodded with understanding. "I look forward to it. Now, have you had any time to familiarise yourself with the ship? I know you've barely been here a day."

“Only the key areas, sir” she admitted almost embarrassed.

"More than expected, with how quick you've gotten here," he said with a nod. "Get to know the ship...but also, take a breath. The lounge is good for that."

"Yes sir" the Bajoran said with a smile and a slight nod.

Magnus nodded and sat back, giving her a gentle smile in returned. "Go forth and...get to grips with it all. And if you need anything, let me know."

"Thank you sir" Zize stood, gave a nod and made her exit.

OFF:

Lt. Magnus Volsung
Acting Chief Security
[PNPC Slattery]

Petty Officer 1st Class Jaarre Zize
Security Officer
[NPC Ross]

 

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