Chapter 31
Clay was eating his breakfast the next day when Zeek joined him. After exchanging greetings Zeek got straight to the point.
“No work in the cargo bay for you today,” he said. “Captain wants you sharp and ready when you’re on patrol.”
“What am I supposed to do? Just sit and twiddle my thumbs?”
“If that’s what it takes. I’m just the messenger I’m afraid.”
“I guess I’d better take my time eating this then.”
“I’d love to stay and keep you company but I’m afraid I have a commitment to keep. See you later.”
“Yeah, sure. I’ll be right here or in my cockpit.”
Clay watched as Zeek left the room. Despite what he’d said he was actually quite pleased. His body was aching from the previous day’s efforts. He didn’t mind taking a few more hours to rest.
He didn’t want to make
