Posted by Civilian Elijah Mercer (Professor / Scientific Advisor) in Extending an Olive Branch

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Sharah Fayth (Chief Star Fleet Medical Officer) in Extending an Olive Branch

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Tannenn Keen (Chief Fleet Science Officer) in Extending an Olive Branch
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This is all about the following posts: https://www.star-fleet.com/core/stf6/oedv/posts/234394/ and https://www.star-fleet.com/core/stf6/oedv/posts/234069/)

Title edited at Jake’s request.

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His night was filled with deep thought and contemplation, he had completely dissected the entire incident from his arrival on OED to the conversation with the governor, he put his thoughts into writing which now formed the first draft of the Strategic Framework for Interstellar Synergy: Facilitating Collaborative Excellence and Benefit Realization between Starfleet and OED. As he finished before settling down for sleep he drafted a small note to some personnel within the Starfleet contingent.

Dear Sirs, Ma'am et all  I hope this message finds you well. I want to express my sincere apologies for any disruption caused by my recent actions. I overstepped boundaries in my eagerness to contribute. I would like to request a meeting with you to formally apologise and gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced. I propose one of the Conference rooms for our discussion or if you would prefer a less formal setting. Your understanding is greatly appreciated, and I am open to any conditions or protocols for this meeting. Thank you for your time. Sincerely Doctor Elijah Mercer

Doctor Elijah Mercer
Professor / Scientific Advisor
Oed V

Sharah was extremely upset over the happenings of the day. She’d been quiet and withdrawn. She couldn’t talk about what was wrong with Yavia or Charles because it was all classified. She was sure Charles would have an idea of what was going on eventually, but she couldn’t talk about it. She was frustrated and scared. Which perhaps was illogical, but she wasn’t a totally logical person either. In a matter of minutes, everything she had worked so hard to achieve in the last almost two years, was on the verge of falling apart. All the progress they had made, all because one man thought he was above everyone else. He was conceited and egotistical and when she explained it to him he made jokes.

He wanted to ‘talk and apologize’. Well, Sharah wasn’t responding until she was given orders to do so. The situation was far too precarious to not proceed with caution. Dasca and McBride could decide how they wanted to approach and deal with Mercer.

Lt. Cmdr. Fayth, SFCMO

OOC: Since the lab and experiment are classified, this is open only to those who are involved in that project. If you’re not sure if you should be here, please ask. :)
IC:

Eela replied not long after the message hit her inbox and replied to all: ||Captain McBride and I will meet with you in Conference Room 2 at the Starfeet Complex today at 1500 hours. My time is extremely limited this week and this is when I can meet. Please ensure you sign in with security when you arrive. All persons in the building should be noted at all times. All others involved in this project related to this situation are welcome to attend, but only those individuals. Regards, ~Eela Dasca, Lt. Governor.||

She wasn’t kidding that that was her only time. If Mercer through it was some sort of power play, her staff would laugh themselves silly given how much they already had to juggle her schedule on a regular basis to accommodate the unexpected issues that came up all the time.

~Eela Dasca, Lt. Gov.

Tannenn read over the message with a wry grin, and sent her response.

Dear Doctor Mercer,

I am not upset with your entrance more that you were able to enter the secured lab on a confidential project. I know your work ethic and I know your reputation. I am more than willing to talk and formally add you to the team as I am certain you will have suggestions that we might not have come up with as of yet. Let me know when and where to meet up for that discussion at your leisure.

Sincerely

Tannenn Keen, CFSO

Acknowledging the responses he conveyed his appreciation, stating, “Thank you all for your responses. I eagerly anticipate our meeting at 1500.”

As he dispatched the message, Elijah braced himself for the forthcoming interaction. While he had previous experience in JAG hearings, usually from the perspective of an advocate, this particular situation heightened his nerves. The realisation dawned that he now faced the challenging task of extending sincere apologies.

Observing the clock, he swiftly departed, ensuring he allowed ample time for the necessary procedures, aiming to be in position and ready for their arrival.

Upon reaching his destination, he promptly presented his UFP identification to the vigilant security personnel stationed at the main entrance, providing a concise explanation of his purpose. To his satisfaction, this time he was anticipated, and he was efficiently guided through the intricate passageways until he found himself within the confines of the conference room. Prior information had been imparted that the passes he now possessed were closely monitored, accompanied by a subtle warning about the consequences of straying from the designated areas.

Expressing gratitude, he voiced a simple “Thank you” as the doors closed behind the departing escort, effectively sealing his fate within the confines of the conference room.

Doctor Elijah Mercer
Professor / Scientific Advisor
Oed V

A tall and lean Human male strode in next, his pale blue eyes taking in the room and Mercer. He wore a Starfleet uniform with four pips. He ran a hand over a mop of brown hair just tamed into submission enough to meet regulations and exhaled. “Mr. Mercer, Jonathan McBride,” he greeted lightly, extending a hand out to him.

Captain McBride, Starfleet CO

Elijah rose gracefully as the doors parted, revealing Captain McBride and Lt. Cmdr. Fayth. He noted Lt. Cmdr. Fayth’s presence with satisfaction, recognizing her as someone significantly affected by the recent incursion. The Captain, whom Eli had not encountered before, possessed a commanding stature, tall and lean, with pale blue eyes that keenly observed his surroundings. Clad in a Starfleet uniform adorned with four pips, he sported a mop of brown hair, neatly complying with regulations.

Expressing gratitude, Eli extended a handshake to the Captain. “Thank you for granting me this audience. I believe we may have a few more yet to arrive,” he conveyed, his tone measured and composed.

Lt. Cmdr. Fayth was right behind McBride in entering. Her black eyes scanned the room to see if anyone else had arrived, though she could already feel from the presences that no one had, but they were near. She took a seat to the left and one down of where she usually sat for senior staff meetings. Things always shifted a bit when the Lt. Governor was in attendance. She set her PaDD down on the table, answering a few brief requests for medication or treatment orders from the staff at Sacred Heart, before this meeting got started.

Lt. Cmdr. Fayth, SFCMO

Tannenn walked in after Fayth and McBride, she offered up a a smile of greeting to everyone, she walked around the table and nodded at the seat next to Sharah Fayth, “Mind if I join you here?” she asked softly so she didn’t interrupt McBride’s conversation with Eli.

LtCmdr Keen
Chief Star Fleet Science Officer

Sharah smiled at her, “Of course,” and turned her chair to politely face the woman. “This is such a mess.” She commented quietly to the woman, so as not to be over heard. She shook her head again, “Well, welcome to Oed V Cmdr Keen. It is never dull and never easy, nor routine.” The words might be slightly amusing if she wasn’t so serious.

Lt. Cmdr. Fayth, SFCMO

Doctor Elijah Mercer
Professor / Scientific Advisor
Oed V

Nia slipped in, being a part of the experimental working group but also wanting to understand the process going forward. Since everyone was invited, she saw her presence as welcome, even if she was the more junior officer here. She gave McBride and Keen each a crisp nod of her head in turn and took a seat.

Lt. Nia Harmon, Scientist