Chapter 9
Our first jump out of Earth’s solar system was the worst feeling in my life. I can’t imagine what it must have felt like for someone NOT in a liquid-filled suit. As it was, my heart was beating at an accelerated rate. I was dizzy, and everything looked foggy for a few moments. Most human bodies are not built to handle that kind of stress, not even my upgraded one.
“Status report! All sections report in!”
“Engineering status is green. We had a few circuit breakers short out, but they have already been replaced.”
“Life support is green, no problems to report.”
“Security status is nominal, we are conducting a sector search. An injury and death report to follow.”
“Medical status is orange. We are receiving casualties.”
“Medical, stand by, ships auxiliaries are en route to you.
