> > "Le's just say that there is one Ambassador in particular who seems less
> > interested in a professional relationship than I am comfortable with,'
> replied
> > the Operations Manager uncomfortably.
> >
>
> With a horrible smile the Admiral replied, "God speed, Commander. That
is
> the most difficult of positions you are in. Good luck."
>
> "Thank you, sir," replied the young officer with a blush as she realized
that
> she was getting a bit distractd with her assignment.
>
> Just then, the turbolift slowed and the doors parted. "This is probably
one
> of the most interesting aspects of the station. This is the area of the
> station where the various consulates and embassies are located. There are
a
> number of offices in the area representing worlds that are both members of
> the Federation, some aligned worlds, and even a number of foreign powers
that
> would be considered less than friendly toward us."
>
"Only in the Federation can you have the good, the bad, and the ugly
all in one place. However, I will let you decide just who goes with which
group." the Admiral replied with that class joker smile of his.
"But seriously, just how does one keep security in this section of the
station. I would assume that the different parties have not only varying
needs, but divergent thoughts on Starfleet Security."
>
> "Audra nodded. The number of staff members for each delegation varies.
> Responsibility for Security on the station is primarily handled by station
> security and Starfleet Security. Some of the Ambassadors do have a small
> security detachment assigned to them, but it is encouraged that they work
> closely with Starfleet personnel in order to help promote security for
> everyone on board."
>
"I see. Looks like you have your hands full keeping the peace and
making sure that everyone plays nice in the sand box."
> Audra then picked up the pace as she carried on the tour. "Most of the
> Ambassadors maintain quarters on board the station. Quarters are provided
> for the Ambassadors and their staff on board if they like, but some do
> continue to live on the surface of Earth if it is their preference."
>
"You are very thorough in your tour of the station. You should be
commended on that. Perhaps we could head to the Promenade for a look see,
then finish up at my quarters. You should not have to baby sit me all day,
as I am sure that you have other things that you would rather be doing."
> As they reached the end of the corridor, Audra and Admiral Lasiter arrived
at
> another turbolift. She stepped on board and requested the Promenade once
the
> doors closed again.
>
> AJ
