Chapter 5.5 The Conversation

The Administrator said "Chief remain a moment please."

Though he did not carry a rank, the Chief considered him a superior so he stayed.

"Though I may not agree with the idea of this 'Hazard Team' one part of Janeway's report about you in particular concerns me. Specifically she refers to genetic and cybernetic enhancements given to you." Said Stemmons

"Yes sir." Replied the Chief

"Now I understand that your government's military body did some things that we would not ever consider even if we had an enemy like the covenant bearing down on us. Federation law specifically states that persons with genetic mutations may not serve in Starfleet though there are few exceptions. You are about to be one of them. Chief, despite this earth's past with genetically enhanced humans; I do not believe you pose a threat to us, mainly because of your military training from childhood negates any ambition. I am therefore recommending that Starfleet give you an officer's commission and use your experience to enhance our combat training protocols. I'm sure you'll enjoy the work. However your immediate assignment is with Tactical Research and Development, specifically in the area of personal body armor."

"Aye sir."

"Dismissed Chief." Said Stemmons