Posted by Lieutenant Surra Almikaz (Chief of Psychiatry) in Between a Million Yesterdays and Tomorrows

Posted by Captain Dira Myqian (Commanding Officer) in Between a Million Yesterdays and Tomorrows

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Dira spun her chair to face the low shelf that spanned most of the back wall where the replicator sat adjacent. She smiled deeply. “Yes. That’s my mother Sesara and my father, Kesren. She’s a neuroscientist and he’s an a multi-media artist. It made for a fascinating childhood especially considering that espite divorcing when I was six, they are still very great friends.” It was clear she adored her parents.

She rose and gestured to the sitting area on the other side of the space. “I have time to chat,” Myqian said, moving over to the sofa and sitting on one side. “What’s on your mind, Doctor?”

Captain Myqian, CO

“I can see a piece of each of them in you,” Surra said with a smile. She walked over to the sitting area and then said, “I stopped by to see how you were holding up. I expected a visit from you after you were cleared to leave sickbay…after the incident with William Franks.” She sat as she continued, “I guess with the sudden departure of Commander Taylor and you taking command of the Ogawa, you were preoccupied with your new duties.” Surra was opening an excuse door for her, but she hoped she wouldn’t take it. If Dira did not want to talk about what had happened to her now, then Surra wouldn’t force it. However, she would recommend a visit to her office in a few days so they could talk about what happened. Either way, they would have to talk about it. “I know you have strong cognitive abilities but I do wonder how you are managing to juggle everything you have to do both administratively and most important mentally.”

Almikaz, CoP

Dira was quiet for a moment before she drew in a deep breath and let it out slowly. “I mean, it’s a lot to wrap my mind around. I expected to be a captain one day. I didn’t go into Command excepting otherwise, but I thought it would be after a long time as an XO. I didn’t expect it so soon or on this ship. And… Willow was my really dear friend, Surra, and I miss her. I’ve been in Starfleet a long time, but this part never gets easier. So I’m doing my best to adapt while also making sure the crew feels like everything is well under control. They need that. And Commander Sinclair is proving to be great, so we’re finding our flow with each other and that’s at least not a concern I have.”

Captain Myqian, CO