A Fiery Reception

Posted on Sun Aug 27th, 2023 @ 9:32am by Captain Michael Intermeezo
Edited on on Mon Aug 28th, 2023 @ 3:58pm

Mission: The Zaj
Location: CO Office, DS9
Timeline: Present

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{CO Office, Deep Space Nine}

Michael Intermeezo stepped into the CO office of DS9 having heard the call of “enter” come from within moments earlier. He stood at the desk of Colonel Kira Nerys, legendary resistance fighter and a veteran of the Dominion War. He’d never met the woman previously, but had certainly heard about her.

“What can I do for you, Captain Intermeezo?” She asked quickly, not looking at the man. She had a pile of padds on her desk and seemed to be reviewing each one consecutively. She gave off an aura of exasperation and didn’t appear to be in any mood for small talk.

The man cleared his throat and smiled, “I was hoping there was something I could do for you actually. Starfleet has ordered the Chuck Norris here to watch over DS9 incase the Zaj decide to reemerge from the wormhole.”

Kira appeared annoyed at the mere suggestion that DS9 would need any help. “Excuse me, Captain. But this station held it’s own against wave after wave of Dominion forces during the war. Even when the station was occupied by our enemies, we still successfully retook the station and repelled further attacks. What makes the Chuck Norris so special?”

“Well, she’s a Defiant-class starship specifically designed to engage in combat.” He suggested. “Her quick manoeuvrability makes her a perfect choice for close combat and dog-fights.”

“Yes, I know.” Kira looked up at the man for the first time. “We have one attached to our docking ring, the USS Defiant. And she’s served us pretty well for the last decade.”

Michael stood a little taller. “Well perhaps Starfleet thought that two Defiant-class ships being based at DS9 would be better than one.” He took a step forward towards her desk, noticing a baseball in amongst the padds. “With all due respect, Colonel, I’m only here because I’ve been ordered here. So we’ll just go ahead and stick around for a while if it’s all the same to you.”

Kira looked at the man, “This is a Bajoran station, Captain. Under the control of Bajoran militia. Acting on behalf of the Bajoran republic.”

“Still under Federation administration, with Starfleet personnel posted here also.” Michael added.

Kira’s face showed some displeasure, but she grudgingly accepted the fact that the man was right. Her gaze returned to her padds. “Your crew are welcome to spend time on the station, Captain. We hope you enjoy your time here. Now if you’ll excuse me I’m incredibly busy.”

Without saying anything else, Michael bowed his head and left the office. The conversation had certainly been more fiery than he had expected. He stood outside the CO office for a moment and looked over ops. It was a hive of activity, and everyone looked busy. Perhaps now would be a good time for him to try his luck at the Dabo tables.


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Captain Michael Intermeezo
Commanding Officer
USS Chuck Norris, NCC-4005