Kass looked between the comms and the group present. “We can now break into smaller groups to identify specific team tasks.”
Kass looked to me.
I made eye contact with every team member in the room and on every screen. I was superstitious that way, but I liked to know who I was going into the field—or into space—with. “Stay sharp and stay safe.”
General Jennix placed her hands on her hips. “Group leaders, anything to add?”
“I have something to add.”
This time it really was Sponder who spoke, but he wasn’t on the comm with his team, instead he was here. In person. Everyone swiveled to look at him.
“Captain, why are you not at Eos Station?” Jennix asked. “We have a mission to run.”
“Because my mission is to see him in the brig.” He pointed at Kass.
Kass sighed.
Arsch. Sponder was al
