Posted by Lieutenant Commander Todd Nyman (XO) in OX’s Office - Some Concerns
Commander Nyman sighed as he scrolled through the information on the PaDD. On paper, Aasrel seemed to be a decent officer. He had a relatively good record of service. A strong academic background. But then two things stood out… First, his assimilation by the Borg, and the subsequent extensive length he had gone to to remove his implants. This was not an issue in and of itself, their were many ex-Borg who were very productive members of Star Fleet. And the removal of his implants was a choice he had the right to make. But then that was paired with a very - spotty psychological history. The most complete observations were rather out–of-date. His newest, post-recovery, were basically no more than a rubber-stamp approval for him to get back to work. And one was simply not accessible at the moment.

That was never a good sign.

Nyman leaned back in his chair, scrolled through one more time and shook his head. It didn’t feel right to him. He felt like… maybe he shouldn’t have taken the promotion. As Chief Counselor he could have been a lot more help. But that wasn’t his job anymore. The only thing he could do at this point was respond to the report Ensign Garnes made regarding him.

=^= Doctor Izei, this is Commander Nyman. Please report my office, when you are available. =^=

|Lt. Cmdr. Nyman, XO|

Aasrel was getting sorted in his quarters with Bethany when he was paged. There was a feeling of deep dread balling up in his stomach. What did the XO want?

Well, the only way to find out was to hurry up and go. =/\= On my way, Commander. =/\= He said into the comm, and then hurried off down the corridor.

Aasrel rang the chime and waited nervously. Telepathically, he was listening nonintrusively.

~ Izei, AMO