Captain’s log, 6 October 2157.

We are passing just beyond the galactic north. So far, everything is fine.

“I hate the North,” Ieva complained.

“There is nothing wrong with the galactic north,” Liam told her. “They’re all just stories.”

“Well, there are plenty of stories,” Ieva pointed out.

“Hey,” Renelle said, entering the living area. “Shouldn’t y’all be practicing?”

“I’m too distracted,” Ieva said.

“Well, let’s watch a movie,” Renelle said. “At least we can be productive.”

They filed into the viewing room and settled around the big screen monitor. It was attached to the wall in the classic TV style.

“Okay, what are we...

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