Airik Mitchell looked at the Klingon and a small smile cracked across his lips. Thank you for joining us, Lieutenant." He motioned to a seat. "We were discussing the experimental armament that is at our disposal. The senior officers were providing their feedback on the pros and cons."<br/><br/>The Captain was frankly more than pleased with the discussion. It would be rather difficult for a senior staff to have siloed thinking. That is, if everyone always agreed it could cause them to fall into too many fallacies and traps. Diversity was most appreciated, especially on a vessel dedicated to exploration and science. The Ba'ku Commanding Officer looked to the Chief of Intelligence. "I understand your position Lieutenant and can appreciate it. The Federation has only recently emerged from a long and difficult war, not too mention the recent unrest in the Romulan Empire. We should be cautious and ready to face whatever comes before us - both friendly and hostile."<br/><br/>He set his hands on the table. "However, the McNair is a hearkening back to the purpose of the Federation. To explore, to learn, to experience." Airik smiled wider. It was the same argument he made to the Fleet Admiral. "The face of the Federation should not be the mighty weapons of Starfleet, but the science and zeal for learning."