Battlestations – Daniel Gibbs (1)

But you are our de facto commanding officer. Whatever else I think, I will do my job to the best of my ability.” Arthur let her words linger in the air for a moment. While he’d already known she felt the sentiment, having it poured out on the conference room table was something else. “I asked you to stay because I need an acting executive officer.”

“I, ah…” Miller chuckled. “Stepped in it, did I?” “Not at all. I don’t need yes-men… or yes-women.” Arthur steepled his fingers. “I’d like you to serve in that role, if you’re willing.” “Ramos is senior.” Arthur shrugged. “He’s an engineer. I’m an engineer. You’re a tactical officer and a SWO first. That brings a different skill set rather than a similar one. And I expect you to keep me on my toes and from getting too conservative.” “Well, considering you were just channeling the colonel, something tells me I might not have to do as much of that as I would’ve expected.”

“It’s what we need to do right now.” Arthur closed his eyes for a moment. The choices he’d made so far that had led him to be in this place came into focus. Why’d I do this again? “So you’re in?” Miller nodded and pursed her lips. “Yes, but I’m not a yes-woman. Just so we’re clear.” Arthur extended his hand. “Like I said, not looking for one.” She shook it firmly.

“There’s still a long way to go before I think you’re the best choice for the Thatcher, sir, especially given your previous posting.” “General Cohen is one of the finest commanders I’ve ever served under, Captain. That is something we will have to agree to disagree on.” “For now,” Miller replied.

“Because the only thing either of us should care about is putting as many PFLOS assholes in the void as possible.” “Hear! Hear!” Arthur stood. “That is my number-one goal. Carry on, With a last nod, Miller turned and strode through the hatch. It clanged shut once again, and Arthur propped his arms up on the chair. I’ve still got a lot to prove. As he considered the situation, he realized that there was also much to prove to himself.

What do the head shrinks call it? Imposter syndrome?

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