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ANSS Brilliant
Uncharted space in the badlands
4145.7.15 Galactic
“How’re we feeling?” Asia asked as she approached the medical pod where Nick lay, recovering after emergency surgery and a fresh infusion of artificial blood plasma.
“We are alive. Just don’t make me laugh. That’s when it hurts.”
Asia grinned. “You’ll be glad to hear your squad has been given a clean bill of health and they have all been tucked into bed before we engage the FTL drive for the trip to Earth.”
Nick nodded, then a frown marred his features. “How did you find us?”
The grin faded from Asia’s lips and in her eyes. “We received a message from Edgar Whizzar that your vessel had gone missing about a light year from here. When we arrived at the coordinates, we found only empty space. There was no sign of you
