Another guard was waiting for them when the ground transport pulled up to the walkway that led into the ship. Coming over to greet them, he stepped aside as Vek exited the vehicle first.
“Welcome to the Gorma. She is a seasoned veteran, and you will find her to be an excellent war craft.”
Gorma. “When can we lift off?” Tolo demanded.
“As soon as you are ready,” the adjunct replied.
Sienna listened with half an ear at their conversation. She was too busy being enthralled by the sleek, arrow-shaped war ship. The bright, silvery hull gleamed in the diffused sunlight. It didn’t look to be a tested and venerable craft, but she was glad to know it was. Going aboard meant they’d be piloting an established vessel which had earned its place in the halls of history on this world.
“Sienna?”
“Wh
