Zion Cometh #13"
By: Sarik, Chief Science Officer, [PST]
Ian Hunter, Commanding Officer, [PC]

Stardate: 58202.25 1000

=Qul Tuq= Slowly the shuttle reached the outer perimeter of the Qul Tuq space station. He steered him towards a docking bay he was instructed to use and slowly docked. He was tired after such a long journey but was glad that he finally had arrived at the station. After packing his gear he walked towards the exit. TO his surprise he saw a familiar face. He raised an eyebrow.

"Sarik, Its good to see you, its been a long time."

"3 years, 45 days and seven hours, sir." What was the logic in stating how long someone has been away?

"Sarik, I am grateful that you have accepted this position. Your expertise as a science officer and diplomat will no doubt contribute to the success of many missions." Hunter smiled at the Vulcan.

"I am honoured to serve you again, captain. Thank you for the compliment."

"Doug, Cindy, Silvio and A'nak, along with the rest of the surviving officers of the Hood will be rendezvousing with us on the shake down flight. They're coming on the USS Kittyhawk. Unless the Admiral has any other plans for us, I'm anxious to pick up where we left off."

"That is most peculiar; did all of you defect from the federation to join the maquis?"

Yes we did, nine years ago

"It will be a good complement for the crew, they are experienced officers."

Hunter nodded, "yes, a very good crew."

The both were walking down the hall towards the docking area.

"Have you had a chance to review the ship's specifications?" asked Hunter.

"I have studied the ship, she is a very capable ship for many different tasks that my lie ahead."

"I've arranged quarters on Deck 2 for you unless you wish something else."

"I have not yet inspected the quarters, but judging from experience you have provided me with suitable quarters."

Hunter nodded, "Go ahead then and get yourself moved in, if you don't have any questions, your dismissed....and Sarik? again, thanks."

"You are welcome captain. And may i say that you are invited by my wife to join us for a dinner, wehn we are at Vulcan." That was a large compliment for a vulcan to say.