Return to Glory

Chapter 4

Blake looked at the Vice-Admiral, who was sitting in his chair, behind the desk. "Ambassador Wyllam said my ship would be ready when we arrived," he said, impatient as ever.

"I know. And I'm terribly sorry. We've had a delay," the Vice-Admiral replied.

"But I need my ship!" Blake said, "how am I supposed to get to Lunar Five?!"

"I can arrange for two of my pilots to take you there," the Vice-Admiral said.

"How soon?" asked Blake.

"Tomorrow."

"Why not today?" Blake was clearly frustrated.

"Because the only pilots available will be returning to earth tomorrow." The Vice-Admiral replied.

"Fine." Blake said.

* * *

"Its good to be back on Mandis!" Luke Owens exclaimed as he walked down the ramp of the shuttle.

"You said it!" said Joe Quick.

"Unfortunately none of you will be staying long," said Lt. Commander Ricky Sword, walking up, "Joe Quick and Owen Brent, go report to the Vice-Admiral. Anthony Newman and Luke Owens, come with me." Anthony and Luke followed Commander Ricky to Hanger #2. Ricky pressed a button on a hand-held remote, and the huge hanger door opened, revealing four interstellar transports.

"You two will pilot this transport to Lunar Five to pick up some equipment," the Lt. Commander said, "Your passenger is a fellow named Blake Randor. He will be doing the purchasing. Ah, there he is now." Luke looked where Commander Ricky was pointing. Walking up was a middle-aged man with black hair.

"I'm in a hurry, so lets go," Blake said.

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