“The real problem is we don’t know its range,” he said, still watching the corridor.
In his mind, Aden thumbed through the folder’s contents. Could the Dragon launch its weapon from the surface of a planet and strike a ship in high orbit? If she’s that much stronger than the Kargrandes on Kavil, then she might take us out before we even detect her, he thought.
“Sir?”
Aden turned his attention to Pavott. She clutched her hands to her chest.
“You don’t think the Dragon would fire on us, do you?”
“Another Hyrathian ship? Not likely. But I want to be prepared for anything. When we reach the next planet, I want all weapons safe but standing by.”
“Yes, sir.”
“That’s all.”
I need some answers, he thought as Pavott returned to the bridge. Tatton can cover for a few more minutes.
Aden stro
