" She says that she left a note for the Clan Queen, so she won't worry. And Daddy, you didn't exactly tell Selina she couldn't go. I'll take care of h...r."Jeff knew when he was beaten. "Just get us there," he admonished before ending the link.By the time Kayla and Jeff got to the ready room the Ship had prepared for the team, the wall screen showed that they were already high over the Retreat. A deep, but muted gong sounded three times. "Translation in ten seconds," Arlene's voice said, seeming. You wouldn't like people using your room either." Never mind then. Carley will let us use her room, but she's such a blabbermouth. I'd prefer that what we're doing wasn't spread around in school. I know you wouldn't tell anyone." Cal doesn't know anyone else he could ask?" He was the one who suggested I ask you." I'd rather not, sorry."A week went by with no more mention of them still wanting to use my room. I assumed they'd made other arrangements. Our science project had been completed and. ” With that Risen clicked off smirking at the Queen. Ah, he thought finally things were starting to go his way.A steady beeping from his console immediately drew his attention. Risen’s mouth dropped open as he recognized the markings on the ship that was passing the dark planet. What in the hell was an imperial trader doing this far out?The Ex-Duke hit several switches then gasp as he saw that the imperial network had been extended this way almost a whole system. Shit he thought, he was going. “I had detention with Mr. Marks, and my mother is working late, so I’m walking.” Aaron said looking tired.Elaina felt bad for her student. “I can give you a ride home, where do you live?” She asked as they walked out the door. Elaina shivered as the wind outside blew. She felt her nipples harden from the cold.It was obvious Aaron noticed this because he could not stop staring as he said “ I live on Orchard lane, I’d love a ride if it’s not out of your way.”“Orchard way is a couple streets away.