Chapter 11
Belles wiped out any lingering doubts Jim had about her willing participation before he woke up the next morning. Along with a message confirming a diving outing for himself, Rob, and Maerlis, they found all the equipment they’d need waiting in the hotel lobby.
The snorkels and goggles were decidedly old-fashioned, as were the long flippers. Even if they were in bright shades of green and yellow. The modern tech upgrade of ear and mouthpieces for communication and translation were welcome additions.
“We’re not going to get Belles into trouble?” Maerlis said. They were all out front, dressed for the water, waiting for their Greponian escort and co-conspirator to arrive. “Sounds to me like she’s just a kid. Junima doesn’t seem like a good one to cross.”
“She’s young, sure,” Ji
