Joanna was surprised at Lasiter's plans. One would not normally have a
victem of rape or other sort of violent crime be a participant in the
investigation of the crime. They have an important role to play in the
investigation, but being one of the investigators was not one of them.
Besides, from what she understood, David was not the only victim in this
instance. She was not sure how to broach the subject with him.
"Sir, permission to speak freely."
"Of course, Counselor..."
"Admiral, I definitely agree with you about David's need to confront any
fears that might accumulate as a result of his experiences on his mission. I
am just not so sure that he should directly involved in the investigation in
a role greater than that of witness. He is full of anger, and it might
present an ethical dilemma that I am not sure he is ready to deal with
appropriately."
"Your point is well taken. When I can find a suitable investigator to
replace David on this assignment, how much help do you feel he can be?",
Lasiter said giving the impression that at some point injured or not, David
would have to talk about his experiences for public record...
"Please don't misunderstand me, Admiral," replied the Counselor. "I don't
think the investigation could be complete without David's testimony. His
perspective is unique and crucial to an understanding of the situation on
that planet. I see no problem with investigators talking to him about it
as long as they take things slow. They will know about that, though. They
are used to dealing with victims in the course of their work and have to
learn to balance the need for information with the need not to allow the
victim's trauma to reach a level where they are unable to continue."
"I understand, Counselor. I am sure that whomever gets this assignment will handle it
with all due care. Is there anything that I should know about David's state?"
{response}
Co-GM of the Spacedock/JSOC Game
Characters:
Adm. Samuel Lasiter,
RAdm. Markus Garibaldi,
Ambassador Marconis, and a host of others.
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