Chapter 14
“Primus, I have news of the Earth ship.” Gaston was worried.
“What is bothering you Gaston? I can take whatever news you have to give.”
“A small ship slipped past our picket heading toward Earth space. The boundary stations allowed it passage through. It appears to be on a rendezvous course with the Earth ship.”
Amalie looked at her aide. “So the Cabal makes a move early. Do we know anything about the small ship?”
“Yes, Ma’am. It was assigned to one of the Imperial freighters in orbit. They left orbit and are attempting to leave the system.”
“Have the patrol ships intercept and search it. What about our fleet, is it assembled?”
“Yes, all of our ships responded to the return call and should be in position before the Earth ship arrives. Checkmate is in play and will be read
