The Expedition

Shanxi Défense Fleet- Rear Admiral Pulare

A/N Thanks everyone for the support of last chapter. I love reviews, followers, and favourites. Sorry there's no action for this chapter, it's mostly a set up for later.

"That was bold Admiral, but I cannot argue with your results" came the voice of Fleet Admiral Kastanie Drescher, this man was an aging man, whom still held muscular shape, but his hair was white and his face wrinkled, his eyes still held the fire of the average solider however.

"Boldness was the only choice commander, we were simply outgunned" Pulare replied, every syllable intended to convince the Admiral of what he said.

"I repeat I don't argue with your results, if only we know where they came from" came the reply in a slightly rushed tone.

"I have located the homeworlds already Admiral. I have also determined already the next course of action" was Pulare's reply, eyes narrowing.

"Homeworlds?" came the Fleet Admiral's reply.

"The enemy we've engaged is part of the Citadel Council, a form of federation of different species, in order to win we'd need to get two, of the three council races to be willing to negotiate peace from a position of weakness, and for that we'll be going on the offensive" he said calmly.

"That seems incredibly dangerous, but I see your point, you are now promoted to Admiral Pulare, the Third Fleet is now yours to control, it'll arrive in two days. Make this count Admiral" came the Admiral's response.

"Thank you, sir," came Pulare's reply, he was glad, he'd do better than with what was entailed in his current fleet. The communication blinked out and he returned to the bridge.

For the first time in his fleet career Williams shouted on his arrival "Commander on deck"

There was a scramble to stand at attention, this was the first time in Pulare's space career they'd done that willingly. A sign of growing respect. "At ease"

The days that continued were those of unease for the men, though Pulare managed to pass the time, studying his new omnitool.

When the Third fleet arrived Pulare said his goodbyes to Williams who appeared to be scared now that he was gone, but he ignored them, there was still a job to do.

Admiral Pulare- Third Fleet

Pulare walked through the ship to the bridge, his chair of the ship, of the highest class.

"Welcome abroad Sir, if there's anything I could do to help you get acquainted you may only ask" it was the voice of his new XO, a captain whom despite the friendly gesture appeared the serious conservative sort and was by the books. At least that's how he appeared though Pulare knew looks could be deceiving.

"I apologise but your name please" said Pulare, politely.

"Captain Steven Hackett" replied Captain Hackett, not betraying any signs of emotion.

"What does this fleet entail?" asked Pulare, needing to know.

"Two Dreadnaughts, a single carrier, three cruisers, five destroyers and seven frigates" came the Captain's proud reply.

"And construction vessels?" asked Pulare, for his plan.

"Ermm, we could draft some from Shanxi but why" asked the Captain confused.

"We'll be headed into Citadel Space Captain, all in due time" was his response, they had to strike quick and hard to force the Council to negotiate peace, but they had an advantage, he knew the Asari's weakness.