Abute

“In addition,” said Abute, “we have installed long-range scanners capable of probing thermal, gravimetric, and electromagnetic phenomena at distances of up to a light-year from the ship.”

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It was from Abute, advisingeach of his six captains that they would begin interviewing prospective officers the following day.

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

“The rest of you,” said Abute, “will receive Daedalus -class vessels as they become available.”

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

Hiro Matsura got up from his center seat on the Yellowjacket and faced his viewscreen, where the image of Director Abute had just appeared.

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

Chinua Abute was cautiously pleased with the way his briefing had gone.

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Abute smiled with what seemed like genuine fervor.

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

Again, Director Abute intervened before the exchange could grow too heated.

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

“I bid you a good morning,” said Abute, his dark eyes twinkling over his aquiline nose.

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

In the next few minutes, Abute introduced each ofthem to the group and outlined their duties.

Starfleet Year One Michael Jan Friedman 2002

“Not everything is intended to have a military application,” Director Abute reminded him, anticipating an objection from Shumar or Cobaryn.

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