Talk Away, Major (Norgrow/Open)

Norgow couldn't help but feel good about the impending meeting. Even while helping the engineering crew with the turbolifts, and indeed whatever such tasks might come next, there remained a certain anticipation of getting down to Marine business. He felt anger every time he thought about the Borg attack on the Carolina and the damage they had caused the Nike. A fight was coming, and no matter how well prepared the rest of the crew was, success could very well depend on the Marine contingent's performance.

He had impressed his superiors on his previous deployments, but this time he would be second in command. He would be Colonel Richards' right hand. It was a job he took very seriously. He arrived at Colonel Richards' quarters and buzzed himself in. He entered and snapped to a position of attention.

"Major Norgow sir. I have a few ideas I would like to go over with you."

TAG, Colonel Richards/Any

Norgow relaxed somewhat as he took a seat. The feeling he got from Colonel Richards was comforting. There was something to be said about being in the company of a fellow Marine. Norgow prided himself on being a good judge of character, and he pegged the Colonel as a man of honor and loyalty.

"So Major, what do you have in mind to suggest first?"

Norgow exhaled as he prepared to discuss his ideas.

"Well sir, it is my understanding that we will be actively pursuing the Borg. If that is indeed the case, and we are going into a battle situation, I feel it is our responsibility to help prepare the rest of the crew. If we do make contact with the Borg, if we engage them, we can be certain they will reach the ship. Everyone on the ship will be needed. Not just Marines and Security."

"So, I thought we could offer weapons training. I am certain that much of the crew has received no weapons training past the mandatory at the academy. Also, I thought we could devise a drill or two for a battle scenario."

Norgow leaned back. He had put forth a few of his ideas. He would get a reaction before continuing. He studied the face of his Marine CO.

TAG, Colonel Richards

Norgow listened intently to the Colonel's words. He had hoped to demonstrate to his CO just how capable he was, and felt he had at least displayed some pro-activity. He waited until the Colonel was finished before again speaking.

"Very well sir. The Captain also indicated to me that she would like us to work closely with the security section. I'm sure you are already aware of that, but I think the rest of the crew feels there may be some tension between us and them. Of course they will do there job as is done on every Starfleet ship, but they must know to defer to us in the event a combat situation arises. I don't see why there would be a problem there."

Norgow paused before concluding, "I have nothing more at the moment sir."

TAG, Colonel Richards

Norgow stood, listening to Richards, the Colonel seemed a very intelligent man. Norgow was sure Colonel Richards would be every bit the man he had heard he was.

"You're dismissed... unless you have anything else to say."

"Only that I am at your service sir. You can depend on me."

With that Norgow turned to leave.

TAG, Colonel Richards if needed, End Norgow