Thirty
It was Car’s idea to follow. He said he wanted to know when they killed Nyle, even though he’d only believe it when he saw the body.
Cathal wondered what happened if those grey things attacked, but Car told him not to worry—surely they would have done so already if that was their intention.
They reached the landing pad and the Hermes just as Nyle was being escorted up the ramp. Two of the new creatures entered with him, but one remained outside, and walked away as soon as the hatch closed.
Car sussed, even though Cathal couldn’t care less.
Cathal had no idea how long they waited, but eventually the hatch re-opened. One of the grey creatures strode down the ramp and surveyed the area. Then it turned and beckoned. Another figure appeared, covered in cloth.
Cathal agreed. He’d
