He’d already met the Captain when she boarded, and he really thought this was a waste of time. However, formal check-ins were regulation, and he would never neglect something he knew he was supposed to be doing (unless, perhaps, it was a medical check-in). He already knew where the Captain’s office was. As he headed there, he remembered checking in to Captain Carmichael, who he had been friends with. Who had been thrilled to have him as a first officer, despite being newly promoted. He vaguely wondered what Captain Rogers thought of him. But it didn’t really matter, did it? It didn’t matter who his Captain was. He’d follow their orders and do his job. That’s what was important.

Roman rang the chime on the door, waiting patiently for her answer. The conversation would be quick, more than likely, just a formality. Then, he could get back to work.

~ Lt Cmdr Alden, XO/CSO