Captain’s log, 20 October 2157.

We have returned to our home port. It’s good to be back, but we are here on business.

The cluster of space bodies that made up the planetary system Cyrna was a familiar and welcome sight. The crew all stared at it from the cabin as the starcraft approached.

“I’m looking forward to a bath,” Nola said.

“I can’t wait to eat some real food,” Arynne added.

“I’ve missed my family,” Ieva offered.

“I have work to finish,” Liam told them.

“I need to restring my cello,” Yvonne explained.

Renelle was standing off to the side, staring out at the planets and stars. When they landed, the crew would part for a few days, then meet again in the c...

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