Several hours later, Raia breathed a sigh of relief when she saw the jump gate’s lights ahead. There had been a few close calls involving a terse Marastin Dow captain insisting on boarding and searching their ship and the Challenger’s captain threatening war if they did.
“CRV5126, this is the Challenger. The captain requested that you receive a current update of the surrounding regions. Unusual meteor activity has been detected that might damage your ship. Safe journeys and may your mission be successful,” the tech said.
“CRV5126 acknowledges receipt of the incoming file. Safe journeys,” Raia replied.
“It might be better to review what they’ve sent before I program the jump,” she commented.
“I agree. I’ve never heard of meteor activity before in this area,” Behr replied.
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