Oh, yes, because you know how much I love taking on ridiculously large responsibilities.
[He paused after reading the frustration and slight bewilderment on Piper’s face.] That was a joke, by the way. I’m not looking to take ownership of this ship—and certainly not all of Starfleet—any time soon.
And you should know I didn’t plan to stay here as long as I have. The whole “distress call” business has delayed my departure—I can’t exactly just hop off the ship, now, can I?
[The urge to give Monday the middle finger is strong, and this time Piper doesn't fight it. He shows his disgust openly, not caring what the repercussions might be.]
You know, Admiral. You absolutely could. And not a single person on this ship would stop you.













