Nullin Terra: Star Wars
Copyright© 2007 by Cylis Derrens
Chapter 5
Jessa watched from the bridge as a wing of scimitar fighters targeted an asteroid. With a full load of weapons they easily reduced the large rock to small particles.
"They are truly impressive sir." Jessa commented.
"Let us hope our enemies share your views. Make sure the data is analyzed for any weaknesses." Nullin said staring out the view port in front of him at the stars.
He sensed Jessa's hesitation as she stood behind him.
"You have something on your mind captain?" Nullin asked as he turned to face her.
"I'm not sure I understand sir: your words seem to suggest that you don't want to fight anyone. With weapons such as these surely we could fight off almost anyone when were up to full strength." Jessa mentioned.
"Even the most one sided battle incurs casualties on both sides. I challenge you to find one instance in which this phenomenon has not occurred." The admiral said with a slightly amused look.
It was a look Jessa had seen many times serving with him, and she knew it was his gentle way of scolding her.
"A good officer does not waste his, or her people needlessly. It is far better to avoid battle than to face an enemy, and waste the lives of individuals that you may need when things are at their worst." The admiral had told her.
Jessa and the other officers had benefitted from this belief, as it not only promoted loyalty among all who served under Admiral Terra, but not once had he broken this rule when he faced the possibility of combat, which seemed to be in direct opposition to imperial doctrine.