Chapter Sixteen
The shuttle emerged from its jump on target and Byron landed in the Firenta’s bay. He and Athee were out of their harnesses by the time the shuttle came to rest in the main hangar. Several officers were waiting when they emerged. A man with a hangar insignia stepped forward.
“Officer Byron, we have a Cosbolt waiting,” he stated, signifying they were to follow him. “You can suit up in our flight room.”
“And Officer Nintal’s squadron?” said Byron, concerned his request had been denied.
“They are preparing for flight now.”
The man led them to a room full of flight suits. It took a moment to locate the appropriate size and gear for Athee. She was tall, but slender. Suits were designed to fit a larger male figure. When they found the correct size, the man laid the suit acro
