A New Beginning

Posted on 15 Dec 2023 @ 7:14am by Ensign James Aznable

1,131 words; about a 6 minute read

Mission: Shoreleave
Location: Deep Space 9

Stardate 78456.7


After a long journey at 1/3 impulse the USS Zeon finally makes her long awaited, some would say late, arrival at Deep Space 9. Today is the day that Ensign James Aznable starts his own journey under new command and on a new ship rather than be in the shadow of his well decorated older brother Captain Char Aznable of the USS Zeon NCC-0096. While looking out the window of his quarters as DS9 smoothly comes closer and closer into view, anxiety begins to set in as thoughts race in his head.

'Am I really going through with this? I mean it'll be the first time that my brother and I will be separated like this?' He shakes his head and fills his heart determination because, yes the two are inseparable due to blood, James remembers his conversation with Fleet Admiral Bright Noa

- Earth Federation Space Dock -

"Your brother, Char, has been a very great asset to Star Fleet James. Are you one-hundred percent sure you really want to transfer from the Zeon to the Cygnus? Cause if I'm looking at these documents correctly the Captain had caused the deaths of thousands of the Tashi people of Anitoch Three and could be potentially be stripped of his rank, ship and place here in Starfleet."

James replied, "Yes sir, I am adamant to transfer it doesn't matter who is command of that vessel. I am looking to start my own journey and become my own person. I have my own goals and will stop at nothing to earn my own name and reputation much like my older brother." With the dwelling thought in the back of his mind of how he was always skipped out on conversations with his parents due to his brothers achievements.

With a soft sigh Admiral Noa replies, "Well I know you share most of your brothers traits, his tenacity and stubbornness. I will get in touch with Admiral Brexx in Starfleet Command to get your transfer completed." He signs the transfer request document and looks up after a moment, "James may I ask you a question?"

James nods, "Of course sir."

"You know you and your brother would've made a fine pair of Officers on the Zeon. Your brothers great mind in strategy and war tactics, your extensive knowledge on any and all forms of ships, their capabilities and their strengths and weakness. You both are very talented. But my question is, do you feel that with your brothers achievements that you're hiding in his shadow?"

James eyes light up and takes a gulp as he thinks of a way to respond. Thoughts racing in his head, one of which gets caught at the fore-front 'How did he know?'

Admiral Noa sees the Ensign nearly shaking in his boots, stands from his desk handing the Ensign his documentation, "A later time then?" Smiling as he places his hand on the young starfleet officers shoulder. James nods softly and after he was dismissed from the Admirals Office he immediately returned to his quarters on the Zeon.

- USS Zeon DS9 Docking -

Once docked at DS9, James took the turbo lift up to the bridge to say his last goodbye's to his older brother. Once on the bridge he was greeted and was given multiple handshakes by the crew of the Bridge. James was standing like a statue at the door of his brothers office, just before he was able to ring the con the doors swished open as if it was anticipated.

"Enter brother" Char exclaims with sternness

James steps in looking around for the last time, Char is sitting at his desk looking through some old mission logs and documents on his tablet, one he stops at is his brothers transfer approval transcripts. Char looks up "So? You ready?" Char says bluntly, James looks at his brother, his ocean blue eyes looking into his own like spears through flesh. He softly nods. Char stands from his desk and steps toward his younger brother. They look each other in the eyes for a brief moment and Char hugs his younger brother, a first for the two brothers. James returns the warm gesture.

"I'm so proud of you, James" Char says gently "You're finally going out on your own and I couldn't be any more happy. You have grown so much and learned so much, all that I hope is that you continue the legacy of the Aznable family and make a name for yourself," Char separates the hug, "When I heard about your transfer I was a little upset yes but I was also happy. Which is why I chose not to speak to you until we got here to DS Nine, I was thinking on how I was going to tell you on how proud I am of you and I know you will do great things. And explore places that I probably won't get the pleasure of doing, just tell me all about your adventures when they are completed alright." Char looks at his brother for the last time and gives him a genuine warm smile.

James felt a tight feeling in the center of his chest, he wanted to tear up but he swallowed his tears and nodded "You can be sure I will do my best." James says with pride " I know you will James. As your Captain here is my final order to you, Be at your best at all times and be safe."

James snaps to Attention and salutes his brother with the Aznable Family Salute, a clenched fist over his heart. "Dismissed." James turns and leaves the office, as he is going through the decks of the Zeon in the turbo lift to board the station, Char comes over the coms.

"Attention, this is your captain speaking. I'm going to make this short but I would like to say that it has been an honor to serve with you, my brother, my best friend. I know one day our paths will cross again. That is all, Aznable out." The con chirps quiet as James enters the Station.

James makes his way through the well crowded halls and decks of the station to the docking bay of his new assignment. When he arrives he is astounded by the sight that he bears witness, yes it may be a smaller ship than the shear size of the Lexington Class Dreadnought that is the Zeon, but James was always excited to see any class Starship. Looking at the docking bay for the Cygnus, James takes a short deep breath and takes his first step on board saying in his head.

'James Aznable, requesting permission to come aboard?'

Beginning his new journey as an Ensign on the USS Cygnus NCC-71954

 

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