Posted by Captain Daniel “DaVinci” Colter (Commanding Officer) in Captain’s Ready Room- Deck 1

Posted by Lieutenant Saxon Kreeger (Chief of Security) in Captain’s Ready Room- Deck 1
Arrival of Sub-Commander Tuvock

Stardate: 2402.7

The turbolift doors opened onto Deck 1, revealing the command level of the USS Manhattan. Unlike the bustling research decks below, the uppermost deck carried a quieter atmosphere.

Purposeful.

Focused.

Every movement reflected the responsibility carried by those who served at the heart of the vessel.

Tuvock stepped out of the turbolift alongside Lieutenant Kreeger, his eyes briefly observing the layout of the command deck. The arrangement was efficient, designed to provide immediate access to critical information while maintaining the calm necessary for command decisions.

The Vulcan adjusted his uniform jacket slightly before proceeding toward the Captain’s Ready Room.

He paused outside the door as Kreeger initiated the communication.

=^= KREEGER TO CAPTAIN COULTER:
“The new Diplomatic Attaché has arrived, sir, and is in your ready room, Captain.” =^=

=^=Show him in, Mr. Kreeger. Thank you.=^= came a gravelly voice from the comm.

Tuvock remained composed as he waited for authorization to enter.

His thoughts briefly reflected on the significance of the moment.

The USS Manhattan represented a continuation of Starfleet’s oldest traditions: seeking knowledge, establishing understanding, and creating connections with civilizations beyond Federation space.

This assignment would place him at the intersection of science, diplomacy, and security.

A position requiring balance.

The doors to the Ready Room opened.

The doors opened to reveal what at first glance appeared to almost be a museum dedicated to late 20th century military equipment. Machine guns, automatic pistols, military plaques and framed awards lined the walls, including numerous Purple Hearts, a Medal of Honor and a Bronze star. Also, on the walls were framed pictures of Army military units. If one looked close enough, they would recognize a younger Capt. Colter with various military rank insignia on the uniforms.

Colter’s favorite item in the collection sat by itself, almost reverently. It was an US Army M24 sniper rifle. The weapon he used to get him safely through the Eugenics War.

Tuvock stepped inside with measured precision, stopping at an appropriate distance from the Captain’s desk.

He stood at attention, hands clasped behind his back.

TUVOCK:
“Captain Coulter.”

A respectful Vulcan nod followed.

TUVOCK:
“Major Tuvock of the Vulcan High Command. I have arrived aboard the USS Manhattan as assigned.”

A brief pause.

TUVOCK:
“I appreciate the opportunity to serve as Diplomatic Attaché and Federation liaison during this vessel’s operations in the Delta Quadrant.”

Tuvock remained silent afterward, allowing the commanding officer the opportunity to address him.

Lieutenant Saxon Kreeger
Chief Security Officer
USS Manhattan • NCC-88000
Starfleet Command

“Security Through Preparedness. Honor Through Service.”

Seated behind the desk was Capt. DaVinci Colter himself. A large muscular man whose every muscle was in perfect symmetry with its’ counterpart.

“Maj. Tuvock, welcome to the Manhattan. Please have a seat.”

Captain Daniel “DaVinci” Colter
Commanding Officer USS Manhattan

Lieutenant Kreeger acknowledged the order with a sharp nod, his expression remaining as composed as ever.

“Aye, Captain.”

Turning toward Tuvock, Kreeger stepped aside from the ready room doors and gestured toward the entrance with a professional courtesy.

“The captain will see you now.”

With that, the Chief of Security stood back to allow the Vulcan diplomatic attaché to enter, resuming his position just outside the ready room doors while remaining attentive to the bridge and available should the captain require anything further.

Lieutenant Saxon Kreeger
Chief Security Officer
USS Manhattan • NCC-88000
Starfleet Command

“Security Through Preparedness. Honor Through Service.”