“Quatra Hellan, you are in violation of both corporate and Oversight policy. Surrender your vessel immediately or we will open fire.”
“I repeat,” Quatra said. “We are not hostile. Let us pass. We claim open access to the gates, in accord with Oversight policy. If you fire upon this ship, you will be breaking Oversight articles. We will fire back.” Her voice dropped a note. “And our guns are a lot bigger than yours.”
“The Selma IV Gate is within Fayatt Corporation controlled territory. You may not approach without authorization. Stand down immediately. This is your last warning.”
“We are on a direct course for the Selma IV Gate. Interference with this ship on that heading will constitute a violation of Oversight noninterference regulations. I repeat. We are nonhostile, but we will defend
