The Witness at Junction 4A

Posted on Wed Nov 4th, 2026 @ 2:30pm by Ensign Emily Douglasdale & Lieutenant T’Lanna

1,076 words; about a 5 minute read

Mission: Ashes of Vega Colony
Location: Emergency Triage Center

Nadia Reyes had been ignored by the colony physician when it came to wanting to explain what she had witnessed right before the explosion had taken place. All the physician wanted to focus on was the concussion that she claims that Nadia had been suffering from. Now, she had to admit that she wasn't really feeling like herself. She had been getting escorted to the medical transport to get to the hospital for an MRI when stubbornly demanded to speak with someone in Starfleet or she wasn't going. Reluctantly the nurse did as instructed and went looking for someone.

Sitting on the bench waiting, Nadia felt like hours had passed. In this distance, it looked as if the nurse was returning with two Starfleet officers in tow. Reyes stood to her feet, feeling a bit off balanced.

Arriving the nurse quickly moved in closer to Nadia who stumbled a bit. "Did I tell you to sit down and relax? You're going to make things worse for yourself."

"I didn't think you were coming back."

"Lieutenant T'Lanna and Ensign Douglasdale," the nurse spoke. "This is our stubborn patient Nadia Reyes."

“It’s nice to meet you Nadia” T’Lanna offered a warm smile. “I’m T’Lanna, ship’s Counsellor. I understand you need to talk to someone as a matter of importance, but I’d like to make sure you’re looked after as well. I suggest you allow one of the doctors, or the nurse, to treat you while we talk.”

Focusing on the pointed ears and the smile that came with it, Nadia came to the conclusion that her concussion was more serious than she had originally believed. A smiling Vulcan had to be some sort of hallucination. "Perhaps, I should be evaluated. Because your Vulcan and smiling. Or you could be Human and I'm actually seeing the hallucination of a Vulcan."

“No, you’re right I’m just not your a-typical Vulcan is all.” T’Lanna offered a cheery smile. “I understand you have something of importance to say, but if you want to be taken seriously by the authorities I suggest you allow the medical staff to treat you. We can talk while you’re being treated.”

"Alright," Nadia agreed as they slowly began walking to the transport. "Right before everything happened there was a man in the tunnel. Around junction 4A, if I recall correctly."

T’Lanna nodded as she pulled out a small PaDD she’d brought with her, and made notes. “Can you describe this man at all? Would you be able to recognize him again?”

Thinking about it, the patient nodded. "He was Rigellian and not part of the regular work crew. Seen him somewhere before but can't recall where. I just remember thinking that what reason did he have for being in that junction." Nadia frowned as she continued to struggle to remember where she seen the Rigellian before. The more she attempted to concentrate, the more pronounced the throbbing pain in her head became.

Rubbing her forehead, she sighed in frustration. "I know I've seen him somewhere. Just can't remember."

The nurse helped get Nadia onto the medical transport, encouraging her to get settled onto the examination bed. Reluctantly, Reyes complied. Though her attention remained on the two Starfleet Officers.

“Okay” T’Lanna nodded. “Right now you’re stressed, and injured so let’s try and recall what details you easily remember, rather than trying to force what you can’t. What else do you remember? Anything could help.”

Nadia remained silent fort several moments, attempting to piece together the fragmented memories of what happened prior to the explosion. "Wait a minute." Looking straight towards T'Lanna, her eyes narrowed.

"I remember where I've seen him before. He's a freight. Independent, I believe."

T’Lanna nodded. “So he’s here quite often? Could you describe him well enough to make up an image?”

Nadia rubbed her forhead in attempt to get past the persistent headache. "I've see him around the cargo facilities a few times. Usually talking with the shiping supervisors or arranging deliveries. I can't remember his name. Not sure I could really describe, other than him being about five foot eight to five foot ten maybe. But I would recognize his face, if I saw and image of him,"

“That’s good” T’Lanna nodded. “Let’s get you fully treated and rested, then when you’re feeling better we can arrange for you to help us identify this man. Don’t worry though I won’t be asking you to be out there pointing him out, we can send people there and you can watch live images. Once you see him you can point him out at no risk to yourself.”

"Thank you." Pausing a bit, she recalled another detail. "He was standing by a maintenance panel and I might have asked if he was lost. Because he seemed to be searching for something. Don't recall him ever answering my question, he turned and walked away. About 12-15 minutes later the explosion took place."

T’Lanna nodded. “That certainly sounds suspicious. There’s no reason why he would be there.” She made thorough notes on her PaDD. “I appreciate you bringing this to our attention, you could very well have given us the very clue we’ve been needing.”

Emily has been in the background observing the entire interaction. The Lieutenant had done quite the job, getting the information from the witness. "I could check with the landing port officials regarding any Rigellians who are currently on planet. Should give us something along with her report to bring back to Commander Carey regarding his investigation."

“Sounds like a good idea to me” T’Lanna nodded offering Emily a smile before looking back at Nadia. “If there’s anything else you remember please feel free to ask for me, or have one of the crew relay the message. Right now you need to rest and get well.”

Finally relaxing a bit, Nadia laid back as she allowed the medical staff to give her a more thorough check up. Exiting with T'Lanna, the helm officer leaned in close. "What do you think about seeing Commander Carey to relay this information?"

“I think the sooner it’s relayed the sooner the search for this individual can begin.” T’Lanna smiled. “Let’s find the Commander.”

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Lieutenant T'Lanna
Counselor
USS Meridian

Ensign Emily Douglasdale
Helm Officer
USS Meridian

 

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