02-11-2025, 01:22 PM
Following the Yeager's official commissioning ceremony, Mika did not anticipate that the ship would be prepared for departure as early as the next day. Nonetheless, recall orders had been issued for all crew members to report to their stations. Although she was not suffering from any aftereffects of the prior night's celebration due to the synthetic alcohol consumed, Mika would have preferred to extend her rest period slightly. However, it would not have been prudent to do so on her first official day of duty.
Upon entering the laboratory, it became apparent that no other personnel were present at that moment. Given that it was nearing 0800 hours, this was entirely logical to Mika. The number of science personnel aboard the ship was limited, and Alpha Shift was just commencing. Unless significant experiments were underway, the laboratories were not typically staffed during the 'night' hours like the Bridge.
Mika placed her thermos of coffee, being mindful to avoid spills, on the table and logged into the built-in console. Considering the ship's current position at the Starbase, she surmised that there would likely be minimal scientific activity. At most, sensors might detect some anomalies, but anything requiring urgent attention would have already alerted the Starbase.
Expectations would change once the vessel embarked on its journey to an undisclosed destination, which would be the primary focus of the command staff. She briefly mused over whether Qi would make an appearance but quickly dismissed the thought, recognizing it as inconsequential. This realization reassured her that her presence on the Bridge would not be required.
I fail to comprehend the preference for being stationed on the Bridge. While I would never intentionally cause any errors, any mistakes made here in the lab would remain relatively unnoticed. Perhaps I am overanalyzing the situation. Moreover, I harbor no aspirations of command, which appears to be the objective of those serving as bridge officers.
Upon entering the laboratory, it became apparent that no other personnel were present at that moment. Given that it was nearing 0800 hours, this was entirely logical to Mika. The number of science personnel aboard the ship was limited, and Alpha Shift was just commencing. Unless significant experiments were underway, the laboratories were not typically staffed during the 'night' hours like the Bridge.
Mika placed her thermos of coffee, being mindful to avoid spills, on the table and logged into the built-in console. Considering the ship's current position at the Starbase, she surmised that there would likely be minimal scientific activity. At most, sensors might detect some anomalies, but anything requiring urgent attention would have already alerted the Starbase.
Expectations would change once the vessel embarked on its journey to an undisclosed destination, which would be the primary focus of the command staff. She briefly mused over whether Qi would make an appearance but quickly dismissed the thought, recognizing it as inconsequential. This realization reassured her that her presence on the Bridge would not be required.
I fail to comprehend the preference for being stationed on the Bridge. While I would never intentionally cause any errors, any mistakes made here in the lab would remain relatively unnoticed. Perhaps I am overanalyzing the situation. Moreover, I harbor no aspirations of command, which appears to be the objective of those serving as bridge officers.