MISUNDERSTANDING ON MARINGA IV

SPACE DATE 2234.258

My crew and I have traveled to the planet Maringa IV to speak with the Maringan ambassador.  Having teleported directly in the center of the government's capital we were immediately attacked by what I believe were called Royal Guards.  Commander Powell, fulfilling his duty as my first officer, protected me from the brunt of the attack, receiving several blows from these guards large "torture sticks."  As usual, I countermanded Doctor Rena's overreaction to rush Powell back to the ship, assuring her he was strong enough to continue the mission.  Powell is a fighter, after all.  A true survivor.  Fortunately, the Maringans are reasonable people and Powell's was lucky they were able to synthesize so human blood in such a short notice for his transfusion.