Luke couldn't help but be relieved at that. He really didn't think all commanders were like what the instructors tried to impress on him. It seemed ridiculous that people weren't allowed to speak their mind; how were people supposed to prove themselves that way?

He brightened slightly at the call that they would be docking soon, and even more so when Thrawn mentioned he had a project he might be interested. He was torn in asking what that might be, but he had a feeling he would find out shortly. Instead...

"Sir, do you mind if I ask you about a rumor I've heard?" he asked, almost sounding shy. "I... heard an actual chimera was painted on the bottom of the Chimera. Is that true?"

And could he see? Please?