Chapter 52
Kathel and I stumble through the jump gate, falling to the floor. We made it I roll over onto my back, fighting to catch my breath. SIMs can’t prepare you for the turbulence of a closing gate.
Kathel groans a bit as he climbs to his feet and blows out his cheeks. “f**k, that was close.” He says, helping me to my feet. “Miessa and Dita were right behind us, right? They should come through in a second, we should get out of the way.”
He walks down the ramp, heavily favoring his leg. “You need to get to the med center.” I insist.
He waves me off. “I am fine, we have to go do the debrief.”
Miessa and Dita stumble through, arms linked. I catch Miessa right as she falls. She looks down, breathing heavily. “I've got you, we made it.” I waiting till she feels steady to let go.
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