Chapter 1: Graduation and
First Assignment
San Francisco-24th Century
Officers were lining up for training, and one cadet was in the middle. The training official looked on the new recruit and said, "Ready for graduation, Cadet?" The mew recruit said, "Sir, yes, sir." The instructor said, "Report to the admiral's office." "Aye, sir."
The new recruit reported to Admiral Ross, "Cadet, welcome to Starfleet." "Thank you, sir." "I know of your history, young man, and I'm proud to give you this assignment. I know you won't let me down." "I'm honored, sir." "You are to report to the USS Titan, under the command of William T. Riker as tactical officer." "Yes, sir." "Dismissed" The cadet turned for the door. "Oh, and Anakin?" Skywalker turned, "Sir?" "May the Force be with you." Anakin Skywalker smiled, "And with you, Admiral."
Over 500 cadets of Starfleet Academy assembled in the auditorium for graduation, with a keynote speech by Cadet Skywalker and Admiral Bill Ross. After graduation, Anakin first saw to his beautiful wife, Padme and their 2 year old children, Luke and Leia. "Congratulations, Ani." "Thanks, babe." They kissed and made love.
The next morning, Anakin went to Utopia Planetia Shipyards and found the Titan being repaired after their skirmish with the Tal Shiar and the Dominion. Anakin went to the main lobby, "Where is Captain Riker?" The bartender pointed and Anakin followed the direction, "Thank you." Skywalker walked to Will and said, "Captain Riker?" William T. Riker looked up, "Cadet Skywalker." The two shook hands, "Have a seat." Riker motioned a chair and Anakin sat. "All ready, Ensign?" Riker emphasized Ensign. "Yes, sir. I hear that you need a Tactical officer." "Yes, our Tactical officer was transferred to another location." "I see. How long til repairs are complete?" Riker smiled, "Glad you asked, let's check it out." Anakin smiled and the two left to board the USS Titan.