Lieutenant Wyatt Ral - Bittersweet Awards
Jason Price
((Pagrati Lounge, Deck 10, USS Astraeus))
A few days after his discussion with Chris they were once again invited back to the Pagrati lounge, this time by the captain. His transfer orders had now been confirmed by Starfleet Command and this get-together was going to be bittersweet for Ral.
Wyatt sat staring out of the large viewport looking out of the very front of the ship as it careened through space towards Earth and all of their new destinies.
Rosek-Skyfire: We’re going to do this a bit differently than we usually do. This last mission, myself, the Captain, and Chris each had an opportunity to lead teams. So it only seemed right that each of us take part in handing out those awards.
Like a tag team Chris spoke up next. It felt almost as if they’d rehearsed this part perfectly.
Caldwell: Thank you, Commander. Our last mission to planet Sierra-Six-Nine - Vine World, proved to be a great success, what started as a systems test, resulted in discoveries which will keep Federation scientists busy for years… ::Dryly:: although it felt like that happened already. Together you went boldly into the unknown, discovering and then investigating a strange new world. You made peaceful contact with a truly alien lifeform of unimaginable scale. And you endured a hazardous and unpredictable environment with the professionalism that Starfleet experiences. For these collective achievements, I am proud to announce that you have all earned the Explorer’s Ribbon, the First Contact ribbon and the Wilderness Deployment Ribbon… don’t worry, I won’t make you all stand though.
Wyatt clapped as each person received their awards until he heard his own name being called.
Rosek-Skyfire: ::to Veylek:: If you could remain. ::turns to the crowd:: Lieutenants Ral and Tovaan, if you could join us please.
Ral stood up and walked to the front of the and stood alongside the other officers giving a quick nod to Chris, Lael and Mei.
Veylek: Response
Tovaan: Responses
Rosek-Skyfire: Our line of work is inherently dangerous. Thus is the nature of Starfleet. However, Starfleet knows that there are officers who go above and beyond the call of duty with their actions. We strive to recognize these individuals and their commitment.
Veylek / Tovaan: Responses
Rosek-Skyfire: It is my privilege to award the three of you the Silver Star for your unwavering commitment to the safety of your fellow officers and the risk you put yourselves at to protect them.
Ral: Thank you Commander.
Veylek / Tovaan: Responses
Wyatt took the box from Lael and shook her hand as he looked down at the open box.
Rosek-Skyfire: Congratulations, you three.
Caldwell: Well done all of you, very much deserved!
S'Rorr: Good job!
Any: Responses
Rosek-Skyfire: ::to Ral:: If you could both remain. ::to the crowd:: If Ensign Wright and Teela could please step forward. Also, Commander Alentonis.
Mei’konda: I’ve been privileged to know you siince before you went to abbreviated officer’s school, Tim, and your genius has never escaaped my notiice or appreciation. The saame is true for you, Lieutenant Ral. You’ve been on thiis ship since you were an Ensign… you rose to Chief Engineer, and you’ve kept this ship together through some incrediibly difficult times.
Mei’konda: Well… in either caase, I’m honored to present you both wiith the Starfleet Investigation Ribbon. You both plaayed big parts in ensuring we were able to help Silenya, in learniing how to work with technology that is almost unfaathomably old and daamaged. Thank you both.
Mei’konda: Some of that help came from a very unexpected source, so… You and Teela both will be joining you as an official recipient of the Captain's Commendation.
Alentonis: Thank you, sir.
Ral: Thank you Captain. It’s been an absolute pleasure.
Tam: ::whispering:: Hana, bring that little fuzz ball over here.
Wright: I…am an honoured Sir. My time on the Astraeus has been some of the best of my life.
Caldwell: Congratulations to all of you!
Rosek-Skyfire: Commander Caldwell. Front and center.
Rosek-Skyfire: I’ve been very blessed to watch you grow into the officer that stands before me today. I had to plead with the Captain for this privilege. ::grins:: Fortunately, he was feeling generous. ::opens the box:: You have grown into a strong leader and I’m proud to call you not only a colleague, but a friend. This last mission is just another example of your ability to not only accomplish the mission, but to support your team. You have distinguished yourself as someone our crew can trust to be an example of what leadership means. Therefore, it’s my distinct privilege and honor to award you the Leadership Excellence Ribbon. Congratulations, Commander.
S'Rorr: ::clapping:: Congratulations!
Ral: ::clapping:: Well done, Chris!
Any: Responses
Caldwell: Thank you, Commander… it means a great deal.
Mei’konda: Revenge taastes sweet, Chris. Enjoy the admiraation of your colleagues. You’re not a paarticularly conventional officer, which is exactly who Starfleet needs in the field right now. Congratulations.
Caldwell: Lael Rosek-Skyfire. I know you’ve had some good news recently, I’m pleased to tell you that it’s my honour to present you with some more. You have been a mentor, a leader and a friend to every senior officer on this ship. During our most recent mission, you commanded this vessel with distinction, facing down a hostile threat and ensuring the safety of the entire crew. Your leadership is not just excellent, it is the standard that we should all aspire to. It is therefore my distinct privilege to award you with the Leadership Excellence Ribbon… ::Smirking:: I believe you’re familiar with it?
Mei’konda: Well, now that that’s out of the way… thank you, everyone. Let’s taake a brief break. I believe the refreshments are almost here.
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Lieutenant Wyatt Ral
Chief Engineer
USS Astraeus NCC-70652
C239903WR3