Posted by Lieutenant Commander Liam Madison (Chief Science Officer) in Science Labs - Tyler checks in

Posted by Lieutenant Tyler Michael Wells (Scientist) in Science Labs - Tyler checks in
The doors to the main science lab parted with a quiet hiss, and Tyler stepped inside. The hum of consoles and the low murmur of voices filled the air, several officers already bent over their stations.

He adjusted the strap of the data satchel over his shoulder, letting his gaze drift around the room. Rows of sleek equipment gleamed under the lights, and the faint scent of sterilized metal clung to the air.

Instead of announcing himself immediately, he wandered a few steps in, running a hand thoughtfully along the edge of a workstation. His eyes swept across the lab, not in a hurry, but watchful — taking in who was present, looking for anyone who carried the kind of presence that marked them as the one in charge.

For now, though, he kept quiet, content to observe while he waited to be noticed.

-Tyler Michael Wells, Science

Liam pointed out a DNA sequence on the screen before he pulled upright. His eyes spotted the unfamiliar face among his staff causing him to pause. Did he miss the memo about a new arrival? His hand reached for his data pad as he brought up his schedule and found Wells name. The man was scheduled today it seemed.

He set the device down then walked up to the science. “I must’ve gotten my dates mixed up. Lieutenant Tyler Wells?”

-CSO, Liam J. Madison, Sci.

Tyler straightened at the sound of his name, turning to face the approaching officer. There was a quick flicker of relief in his expression, the kind that came with finally putting a face to authority after wandering into unfamiliar territory.

“That’s right, sir,” he replied, his tone steady but carrying an easy warmth. “Lieutenant Tyler Wells, reporting as assigned.”

He adjusted the strap of his satchel once more, a habitual gesture more than a nervous one, before offering a polite nod. “Apologies if I caught you off guard — I wasn’t sure whether to interrupt or wait my turn. Seemed safer to observe.” A faint curve touched his lips, somewhere between self-aware humor and genuine courtesy.

“I’m looking forward to working under your lead.”

-Tyler Michael Wells, Science