Chapter Twenty-Six
“Moving the instruments will take too much time. We’ll need to take measurements for platforms and stands, recalibrate them, test them before reporting observations. The entire process could take weeks.” Joseph stood facing Dr. Cline’s desk with his arms crossed, shaking his head. “The best solution is to have new instruments ready before the channel expansion is completed.”
“That takes money,” the older brother replied. “And frankly I’ve grown tired of asking the bureau for more funds. It was difficult enough to have Alfred’s position approved. Do you honestly think the bureau will agree to spend more money on instruments? We’re an island, Joseph. I’ve heard their arguments too many times to count. We’ve only got so much land to cover, and they think our weather is qu
