A decade or so after, actually. And, in Mack's reality, the Wars never even happened.

"I don't even know what a 'stardate' is." It's a lie. He's seen Star Trek. But, like hell, is he going to admit that. Playing dumb is usually the best course of action.

After all, he's still not 100% sure that this isn't some elaborate kidnapping. Even if he doesn't know anyone with this level of resources that would want to get him, and only him.

Regardless, his cover will be adhered to.