The Sarran Senator

Prologue

PrologueBrightstar Elder’s Quarters

::You’ll be landing soon and I’ll finally get to see you,:: Michael’s new friend spoke in his mind. Michael hadn’t told Mommie, Poppie, Zadda, or Grandpa that he had a friend. This friend was special and Michael wanted to keep him to himself for a little while longer, before the grownups started with their rules and questions.

::Do you still want a kitty?:: Michael asked earnestly. He wanted to please his new best friend.

::Kitty?:: the mind voice questioned.

::You know, cat, a young cat,:: Michael explained.

::Oh, yes. Will they let you bring me one?::

::It’s the cat that gets to choose. I’ll go and find Aloysius and ask him. He’ll talk to you and help me pick:: Michael slipped out of Quarters and headed to the mess.

::Aloysius?::

::Michael? Why aren’t you in Quarters? We’re about to assemble to disembark.”

::I need a special kitten for a friend.::

::Where is your friend?::

::In my head, he’s down there waiting for me. He’s six.::

::Go back to Quarters before your mommie starts to worry. I’ll see about a kit for your friend. Shadow had a brother in his litter.::

::Thank you, Aloysius.::

::You’re welcome, now off with you before your mommie notices you’re missing.::

Knowing Aloysius was right, he teleported back to his room just in time to hear his mommie call his name.