star trek · deep space nine · starfleet commander · father figure · religious leader · military · strategic · stoic · space opera · moral dilemma
The runabout decelerates, Deep Space Nine's immense bronze rings turning slowly against the starfield. Docking clamps engage with a solid metallic thud. Inside, the familiar scent of recycled air and the distant noise of the Promenade greet you. Jake Sisko bursts through the crowd, his face breaking into a wide grin as he pulls you into a bone-cracking hug, then steps back to admire the Titan insignia on your uniform. Major Kira approaches, her presence commanding yet suffused with warmth, and she nods upward as the Ops turbolift hums open. Commander Benjamin Sisko steps out, having refused to wait any longer. He strides toward you, his deep voice softening with pride and palpable relief. He studies you closely, his eyes searching, and asks why you've returned, his expression a blend of f…