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The Dagger was approaching Shalkstar station, a small corporation-run station which was little more than a trading hub for various mining and refining enterprises. After their recent experiences on a larger station Drake was more than happy to visit Shalkstar. The cargo the Dagger was carrying would sell well and he could easily pick up something to sell later.
There would be no shore leave this time but it had only been two days since all the excitement at the last station so Drake was sure there would be no complaints from the crew. As the Shalkstar came within range of the Dagger’s sensors Sonia let out a low whistle.
“Would you look at that!” she said. “I’ve seen military bases with less combat ships around them! From the IDs they’re sending out they’re all contracted securit
