Star Trek: Omega Force
Episode #721-A (Pilot Episode)
"Destiny at Magor"
Act (Chapter) 2
Bunnell led Irina down a corridor, through a docking hatch, then onto the USS Yagami.
"Have you ever been aboard a Sovereign-class starship before, Lieutenant?" Bunnell asked.
"Once, about a few months ago, Captain Picard led a tour of the Enterprise-E when I attended Ambassador Potter's wedding," Irina said.
"Well, while the Yagami may be like ol' 1701-E and other Sovereigns on the outside, on the inside is another matter altogether," Bunnell said. "I'll give you the full tour tomorrow. But, for now, let me show you to your quarters."
Bunnell led Irina to a door marked "08-3144 Living Quarters Lieutenant Junior Grade Irina Nielsen." He then tapped a key on the pad next to the door. It opened, allowing Irina to gaze upon her quarters.
"This is my room?" Irina asked. "Yeah," Bunnell said. "Why are you so surprised?" "After three years of having to share a room, having my own quarters is a big relief," Irina said.
"Well, I'll let you get some sleep," Bunnell said. "Tomorrow is a big day for you, after all." "Indeed, Captain," Irina said. "Good night, sir."
"Good night, Lieutenant," Bunnell said before the doors closed behind Irina, who smiled as she began to unpack her personal effects.
She had only put up models of her previous postings when her door chime sounded. "Come in," she said.
The door opened, revealing a red-haired, blue-eyed Lieutenant J.G. wearing Operations colors.
"You must be the new CONN officer," he said. "Yeah," Irina said. "Irina Nielsen. Nice to meet you."
The officer walked in. "Nicholas Batali, Operations manager. I'm also in Omega Force, same as you," he said.
"Oh, yeah. I saw you when Admiral Todman introduced me to you guys earlier," Irina said. "Would you like something to drink?"
Irina put three isolinear chips into slots next to her food replicator.
"Sure," Nicholas said as "Upload Complete" appeared on the replicator display. Irina smiled as she said "Two cups of Nielsen Herbal Tea Blend No 73."
As the two steaming cups of tea appeared on the replicator pad, Irina looked at Nicholas. His hair was tied in a ponytail, allowing Irina to look at Nicholas' eyes.
"Hope you like this," Irina said. "The C.O. on my last posting loved it." "Captain Riker of the Titan?" Nicholas asked before he took a sip.
"Yeah," Irina said. "You've heard of him?" "Who in Starfleet hasn't heard of him?" Nicholas asked. "I see your point," Irina responded. "So, how is it?"
"It's great," Nicholas said. "How'd you learn to do this?" "My mother, Ludmilla, taught me before I went to the Academy," Irina said. "I have over a hundred blends, all of which I just uploaded to the computer."
"I have to get some sleep," Nicholas said. "See you tomorrow." "See you," Irina responded. After Nicholas left Irina's quarters, she sat in a chair and thought for a moment.
"Computer, record personal log entry," Irina said. "Personal Log, Lieutenant Junior Grade Irina Nielsen, Chief Flight Controller, Stardate 59443.81. I have just met another person who I'll be working alongside here on the Yagami: Lieutenant Junior Grade Nicholas Batali, the chief operations manager. I have to tell you: he looks kind of cute. And we'll be working alongside each other on the Bridge every day starting tomorrow. To tell you the truth, I am starting to have a feeling in the pit of my stomach that I've never felt before."
Irina took a quick sip from her teacup before continuing. "My mother taught me about this feeling, but this is the truly the first time I've ever felt it. What am I going to do? End entry."
Irina took a quick shower, got into her nightclothes, then quickly fell asleep.
The next morning, after eating breakfast and putting on a fresh uniform, Irina made her way to the Bridge.
After the turbolift opened, Irina moved over to the CONN and tapped the Ensign seated there on the shoulder.
"I'll take over, Ensign," Irina said. The Ensign looked at Irina and smiled. "Yes, ma'am," the Ensign said before he stood up from behind the console and left the Bridge.
Irina sat behind the console and tapped a control, logging into the system. "Good morning," a voice said.
Irina looked over and saw Nicholas. He smiled at Irina. "Oh, yes. Good morning, Nick," Irina said. "How are you?"
"All right, Irina," Nicholas said. "And you?" "I'm a little nervous, speaking the truth," Irina said. "Oh, how so?" Nicholas said.
"I'm now the chief Flight controller of a Sovereign-class starship," Irina said. "And being such carries with it a huge responsibility. Add to it the fact…"
Irina was interrupted by the sound of doors opening. She saw Captain Bunnell and Commander Dorsey. "Captain on the Bridge!" Irina said.
"As you were," Bunnell said. "Mr. Batali, do we have departure clearance from OPS?"
"Yes, sir," Nicholas said after checking his boards. "Then, Mr. Nielsen, set course for the Magor system," Bunnell ordered. "Aft thrusters ahead ¼, port and starboard at station-keeping until we clear the dock. Then, take us up to Warp 4." "Aye, sir," Irina said.
The Yagami slowly moved forward. Then, as soon as Irina noted that they were free and clear to navigate, she programmed the course to Magor and hit the warp enable button.
After a brief flash of light, the stars were streaking in rainbow lines on the view-screen. "Now, that wasn't so bad, was it?" Nicholas asked.
"No," Irina said. "I guess it wasn't."
END OF ACT 2
