Chapter 19: Wren Exposes Herself

Val demonstrates the fine art of friendly misdirection. Wren’s ninja skills are nearly non-existent. And apparently, good smugglers eat their vegetables.

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"Supplies are loaded," the dockworker's voice carried up the ramp. "Should have you ready to fly in about ten minutes."

Wren hovered near the cargo hold entrance, straining to hear. If Val was about to turn her in, at least she'd get a little warning. That was all that kept her from retreating to the perfectly secure airlock she shouldn't have left. That, and the wrench that she had a white-knuckled grip on.