He told me that he could end it all in a day, all I had to do was give the word. He scoffed. ‘The fool, as if killing farmers and tradesmen seeking ...o protect their livelihood would solve anything. In fact, it was because of his soldiers actions against the general populace that the people rose up in the first place.’ ‘What did the soldiers do?’ ‘They stole openly from shop owners and food carts. They drank to excess and picked fights with anyone they could. But that’s not the worst of it if. ‘Okay, you can live. For now. Dirty martini.’ Shane nodded and turned toward Sam. ‘You. I want to talk to you.’ Sam looked at me to make sure it was okay. I mouthed ‘Go’ and he made his way to the bar, Shane right on his heels. ‘Is he going to kick his ass?’ Sydney whispered. ‘I hope not.’ I watched as the bartender served them two shots. Shane said something inaudible that made Sam nod. They drank their shots and Shane patted Sam on the back before he bought Sydney’s drink back to her. I. The little screen informed me helpfully that I had one missed call. Well doh!"Shit!" You got a cell?" She was leaning on me, panting, peeking at my newest toy, obviously enjoying the respite."It was handed to me this morning, about two seconds before you were at the door," I puffed, slinging my backpack on again, keeping the phone in hand as I resumed jogging, Missy joining me, dragged along, I guess, by the sheer force of my personality."I'm finally in the 21st century. I haven't even had time. "I leaned over to kiss James on the cheek. "Stay calm," I whispered.James sighed. "Colonel, I don't know what you are doing on Ishtar, but it's becoming increasingly clear that research is not your primary goal. It's also come to my attention that your appointment did not go through proper channels." My appointment is valid!" Colonel Johanes growled. "I am the rightfully appointed governor of this colony." The AI told him otherwise last night," Bethany muttered. I giggled and turned to give my.