Chapter 20

“Was there a problem on the Bridge?” Tonas asked.

“Everything is routine. I turned the shift to Saxon. He and Lunas haven’t found a fem in this group. They don’t seem disturbed, but I’m going to try and insure their command of the next expedition. They might have a better opportunity to meet prospective fems with a treaty in place. They volunteered to alternate over the next few shifts, to give us time with Anya.” Jonal sighed.

“That was decent of them,” said Tonas.

“I told them we appreciated their honor and courtesy. We have been very, very fortunate in our crew. We have asked much and they have always given more.”

“Don’t forget, you trained them well.”

“It was always a joint effort. We work together well, but no work will be done if you are too exhausted to lift your head from the pillow. Go back to bed, lie down beside her, if she wakes, she won’t be alone. I’ll join you soon, I’m afraid I need the cleansing unit.”