Joining Starfleet was never something that the Cadet aspired to do. That aspiration was to be joined but even after the lengthy and stressful process of passing through the symbiosis program Kyneln’s rewards was to be added to a waiting list.
So he had time to kill and a graduation from Starfleet would look good on any future applications to scientific institutions and anyway, it would be nice to have something to fall back on if he ever changed his mind.

These thoughts tumbled through the Cadets mind after boarding while he headed to meet the Chief Science Officer. He walked upright with his boots gleaming and a light smile on his face. He portrayed confidence but on the inside Kyneln felt quite anxious. Starfleet mightn’t have been what he desired above all else, but he was committed to the belief that if you were going to do something, do it right.

After the short walk from the shuttlebay the Cadet found himself in the science area, and outside the door of his boss, at least for the next few months that would be.
“Okay, I’m ready. Let’s make a good impression” he muttered to himself as he tapped the door chime.

• Cadet Kyneln Ril, Science