"But the experimental gunboat turrets on the Oders will give us a competitive edge on the battlefield." Kommisar Leontz replied with a sirene voice.
"Nein! This technology is still experimental, we can't take such risks without a month of tests first. Even so, I am not sure if my men are going to use it... you know very well the powercore issues the nomad weapons cause. Keep them for yourselves. Korvettenkapitän Heinrich angrily said putting emphasis on the nomad word. However it was obvious to everyone that he was putting effort into order to maintain his composure, Leontz usually got what she wanted in the end.
This was the third staff meeting in a row within the last day, and exhaustion was visible to everyone's faces. The subject of course was about the Fleet Expansion Doctrine. Sensing that everyone was reluctant to speak up and break the stalemate, Viktoria decided to offer a solution.
"By the end of June, the Inspektorat will receive four newly-constructed Oders from Schatten. We can install the experimental turrets to those ships instead. We will also have enough time to ensure that they meet all the standards that we have set." the Spezialagent suggested to the participants with a sly smile on her face. Unlike everyone, she held her back firm, her uniform was straight, her voice didn't reveal that she was just as tired. These kind of formalities and discipline was acquired from her time serving in the Military Police.
"But this is not what we have agreed, Spezialagent." Leontz snapped, sensing that she was losing the argument.
"The Expansion Doctrine is quite clear on this Frau Kommisar. We should focus on quantity, not quality. I understand that the Kommisariat is looking for a convenient way to test their turrets, but this is not the time. I myself am using a second-hand Mjolnir. We do not have the luxury to be selective." Viktoria said with confidence feeling the unrest as probably everyone in that room had pulled strings to ensure they operated brand new ships.
The matter was settled. Leontz didn't speak up though she was obviously not pleased with the outcome. After all they had a dozen more issues to discuss and solve.