Pawl quietly took the lift to the bridge level.
Knowing this time the bridge was different, not feeling Kasarak’s presence any longer. Like a void. But there were newer officers that Pawl was not familiar with as the doors opened onto the bridge. As he stepped off the lift, his station was still being manned. He did not bother with taking his station at that moment. He moved closer to the captain to let him know who he was and his position, since he was not able to meet the man when he arrived. Excuse me, Captain, I wanted to quickly introduce myself to you. I am Pawl Batario, Chief Engineer. I am sorry I could not greet you properly while I was in sickbay under the doctor’s care and science officer’s care.” Pawl stopped to see whether the captain acknowledged me or not.

Lt. Commander Pawl Batario
Chief_Engineer Officer Uss_Chernov