>
> "We worrrked togetherrr forrr a long time," she replied. "He knew exactly
> how I liked things done. And the last I checked, it was an admirrral's
> prrrerrogative to choose theirrr own chief aides. So I'm a little miffed,
> yes. And Narrraht is not verrry happy in his new position, which
concerrrns
> me as well." The Horta was more than an aide, he was a friend, and the
fact
> that he really hated his post in public relations bothered her.
>
"You are quite right, that it is an admiral's perogative to select
their own staff, however that is only at the pleasure of the next higher
admiral. I am afraid. But we will work that one out soon enough, once you
return."
Dr. Mary Basco slid quietly into the room. She had received instructions
from Matt to be at the meeting in his place if he weren't back. She smiled
at the others present, feeling very small. She, after all, was a mere
Commander. All those admiral's stars in the room......
She quietly slid into a seat and waited for someone to confront her and
chase her out.
