As the mission's commanding officer Morrel was technically in charge, but as the mission's head NCO Knight also had a say. Their relationship was meant to be complimentary, not caustic, the officer handling the overall tactical objective, leading and commanding, while the NCO took care of the execution and led the troops in battle. For the moment the relationship between the two, human and Spartan, was holding, though how much longer this strained interaction could last was questionable.

[color=0072bc]"Good to see you Spartan."[/color] Morrel greeted knight as he approached, wasting little time in directing the Spartan towards their surprise package. [color=0072bc]"It wasn't my choice to bring it along but I agree with the ONI higher-ups. This is something that couldn't be mentioned in the briefing but if this facility falls into enemy hands we're to enact Cole Protocol as is regulation. I'm sure to understand what that means."[/color] Even though the Sangheili and most other covenant races knew the location of Earth it didn't mean the UNSC was allowing itself to become an open book. Secret facilities were secret for a reason. [color=0072bc]"Task the HAVOK out to one of your Spartans when they arrive, then we'll press on to the facility."[/color]