A swarm of fighters surrounded the Super Carrier as it drifted in space. The area around the carrier was abuzz with commercial vessels and shuttles of all types. One of the fighter groups broke off and approached the cruisers. “Transmit authorization codes,” Jodeas said. He stood up from his chair as he watched the incoming fighters. “Transmitting codes now, Sir,” Com said. The fighters made a pass over as the Wrath’s Revenge checked the codes, and then both cruisers were given the okay to proceed. Jon stood up next to Jodeas as the cruisers entered the travel lanes that lead into the system. “That is an impressive ship,” Jon said. “That is the Wrath’s Revenge, it is the largest ship of the Invaru Empire and flag ship of the Emperor himself, though he has never been aboard her. His oldest son, Admiral Breq, commands her in his name,” Jodeas said. “Captain?” Com said. Jodeas turned towards the officer, “Yes?” “We’re being ordered to fall out of the lane, and to hold position.
