The Universe Doesn't Cheat

"The Universe Doesn't Cheat" is a one-shot story in 's  'verse, starring Kanril Eleya. It is the fifth story in publishing order and the second chronologically.

Summary
Fresh off the Borg surprise attack on the, Brevet Lieutenant Commander Kanril Eleya, of the , must pass the Kobayashi Maru scenario to confirm her right to command.

Memorable quotes
"[Kanril's] got potential. Now, she’s got a temper, she’s coarse—seriously, she swears a lot—and she’s a straight shooter without a lot of subtlety. On the other hand, she’s smart and she thinks on her feet, she doesn’t take ‘no’ for an answer, and she’s fiercely loyal to her friends. You know I’ve been an advocate of the accelerated OCS program since its inception? Kanril was my favorite student."

- Captain Haelivthras th'Shvrashli