With each step bringing him closer to the Chief of Security’s office. Joseph Rainns’ anxiety grew. He was a capable, efficient, and hardworking man. He knew that. He was only worried his new department head would not be able, somehow, to tell this. Rainns had big plans for his life, and he intended to see them through. Approaching the door he paused and blinked as if to mentally prepare himself for his coming encounter. Everything in his life preceding this moment was finally coming to a culmination. Joseph Rainns had one chance to make a great first impression on his commanding officer. He intended to take it. He straightened himself up and hit the chime on the door.

Cadet Joseph Rainns, security