A Transfer (Darksword)

[Makiro]

Following Davis down the shuttle's access ramp, Tanis looked around at the crew members assembled in the vast hangar. All manner of species and ranks were gathered uniformly before them, all standing dutifully to attention; Tanis could see that there was a lot of camaraderie here, and a lot of respect for Commander Cari'Tan. She hoped she was going to be able to earn that much respect from them, too, although she knew it was unlikely. Watching as a female human approached Davis - an officer by the looks of it, whose unusual dark uniform reflected the unorthodox livery of Davis' battlegroup - Tanis chest tightened as she awaited her own greeting.

The salute she received from the officer was short, and filled with less warmth than the one given Davis. Nevertheless, it was a salute, and Tanis returned it respectfully.

Simply listening and watching as Davis ordered and organised his crew, admiring their efficiency and the respect with which they treated their commanding officer. As the pair left the hangar and headed towards a bank of turbolifts, Tanis reflected on the opportunity that had been presented her and the challenges that faced her. Still, it felt good to be back onboard a ship, even if her sojourn to the Drive Yards had been but a brief one.

When the lift arrived, Tanis followed Davis through the doors and stood, at attention, mimicking her subordinate to ensure she would fit in. Every so often, as the lift shot upwards through the bowels of the ship, she stole a glance at the Shistavanen, admiring both his professionalism and his physique: he was certainly an experienced and dedictaed officer.

[Darksword]

As the lift neared the bridge level, Davis glanced at Tanis and silently observed her a moment. He thought for a moment then said quietly to her. "Just stay cool. Keep calm, don't rush things, and be respectful of the men and women on the ship. If you do so, they'll respect you in turn and learn to tolerate then like you..." He grinned at her slightly in a friendly way, then turned back to the lift's door and set a determined look on his face.

The doors suddenly slid open to reveal a long corridor going in either direction. He quickly went out and turned left, heading quickly down the corridor. He stopped right outside a single door, glancing at Tanis and saying. "Wait here or come in if you want. These are my quarters. Need to change to my official uniform." He tapped in a passcode quickly into the door's panel, which beeped once, then saw the door slide open instantly. He walked in quickly, showing a clean, orderly room with a small bed, a small closet, a small refresher station next to the closet, and a desk and chair. Most of the furniture and items were painted or material that was black.

He quickly walked towards the closet and pulled it open, reaching in and a black uniform out, identical to the early officer's uniform. He put the uniform over his arm then reached up and started to undo the uniform's vest, showing a sliver of his black and brown fur before he turned about and walked into the refresher station. He shut the door and began undressing as quick as he could from his the standard issue red Republic uniform, then quickly pulling on his usual black uniform. He checked over himself quickly, seeing that all was normal then turned and left the station, returning to his room. He laid the other uniform on top of his bed's black sheets, then turned about and walked out.

"I apologize for the wait, but when on my ship, I prefer to where this. I don't particularly like the standard issue uniforms..." He turned down another corridor and walked for several minutes before arriving at a large blast door. It slid open instantly to reveal the ship's bridge, full of activity. Davis walked along the central walkway to the large viewport. "Status?" A lieutenant down in one of the crew pits looked up and said. "Sir! The battlegroup is ready and waiting for orders. We are fully provisioned and re-armed and all crew members have been accounted for." Davis nodded then turned back to look through the viewport for a moment longer before turning and heading for the command chair in the center of the bridge.

"Turn us about 90 degrees and head out 300 meters. Stay within easy range of transit to the Yards, but easily within range of hyperspace. I want to get moving the moment we get new orders." As he arrived at the chair, he motioned for Tanis to take the chair while he stood next to it at attention. "I want a report on the status of the RSS Tython immediately. Also, log it into the computer that the Tython has been admitted into the battlegroup as a new vessel." He turned to Tanis and said quietly. "Where shall you station yourself while your commander of this battlegroup? Here on the Avenger or the Tython? It is your decision." He waited patiently for her to answer, not voicing or showing any opinion of which she should be on.

[Makiro]

Following Davis into his quarters, Tanis sat on the edge of his bed, averting her eyes as he began to strip off his uniform. As the Shistavanen commander changed in his refresher, Tanis took a good look at his furniture, noting the definite colour scheme. Everything about her new officer was so dark and mysterious.
Presently, Davis emerged from his refresher looking crisp and smart in his dark uniform.

I must say, Davis, that uniform is most fetching!

I apologize for the wait, he replied gruffly but when on my ship, I prefer to where this. I don't particularly like the standard issue uniforms...

Tanis chuckled as they left the room. Evidently... She said, as much to herself as to Davis.

After a brisk walk down a lengthy corridor, the two officers arrived on the bridge. Tanis looked around approvingly at the industrious crew who slaved away at their stations, ensuring that every detail of the ship and her passage worked flawlessly. She listened as Davis exchanged a few words with his crew and then sat down in the indicated chair. Considering her Commander's question, she stared out of the viewport, chewing silently on the inside of her cheeks. Finally, she came to a decision.

I think it best if I remain aboard the Tython. After all, I know her like I know the back of my hand; I certainly think I would be able to perform with greater efficiency during battle if I could find my way around my own ship! I trust you will be staying aboard the Avenger? She asked, looking up at Davis.

[Darksword]

Davis nodded. "Unless you order me to be stationed there. I will follow any orders given." He stood up a little straighter and turned as a crewman brought a datapad to him. He read it over quickly, then handed it to Tanis. "The Tython should be spaceworthy within the hour. The moment she's ready, we should head out for our new assignment." He nodded down to the connected file from the Admiral's office, pertaining to their new orders. He took a step back so he was at her right shoulder, standing at attention and waiting for something to occur or something that needed to be done.

OOC: Short and pathetic. Can't really do anything till the Tython is repaired so... kinda sped it up haha.

[Makiro]

((OOC: S'okay, I'll speed it up. After you post your next post, we can set off into Hyperspace, so I'll make a new thread in "Yaga Minor".))

Two hours later, Captain Tanis Alithma strode confidently onto the bridge of the Tython. A uniformed human male hurried up to her and saluted, clicking his heels respectfully.

Captain Alithma. We're ready to depart on your command.

Tanis nodded, briskly.

Very good, Lieutenant Jofta. Signal the Avenger, inform Commander Cari'Tan that we are ready to engage our Hyperdrive, suggest he does the same.

Very good, Ma'am.

After a few moments of efficient communication between the two ships, Tanis signalled to her pilots. It was time to leave.

As the stars arrayed before the [/i]Tython elongated around her, Tanis took a deep breath, preparing herself for duty.

[Darksword]

As the Tython transmitted the cooridinates and orders, Davis stood in front of the viewport, watching the Tython silently as it went by his vessel, then into hyperspace. He stood there a moment thinking to himself before turning and walking briskly to the command chair. "Prepare for hyperspace. I want the Shadow and Raptor in first, then the Titan. We shall go last." As he gave the orders, his COMM officer immediately started transmitting orders to the battlegroup.

A few seconds later, the group was in position to go into hyperspace. First went the two Foray's, then the Hammerhead, then finally the Interdictor followed them into hyperspace. Davis sat back in his chair, silently waiting for the hours to go by.

OOC: Well ready when you are.