Josh’s gaze followed Cassa as she moved around the narrow galley on board the Tracer, Hutu’s modified transport. The battle earlier had caused only minor damage thanks to Hutu’s defense systems. Hutu came in wiping the dirt off of his dark red hands.
“Your brother has become a good pilot,” he said, nodding to Cassa when she handed him a hot drink. “If I had known earlier, I would have talked to your father about recruiting him sooner.”
Pain flashed across Cassa’s face and she slid onto the seat next to Josh. Josh immediately wrapped his arm protectively around her. Shooting Hutu a warning glance, he held Cassa close to him.
“What is the real reason the Legion Director wants me and my crew?” Josh demanded. “They were determined to capture us.”
Hutu sighed and slipped into the seat acros
