Last Measure Of Devotion (TCOTU, Book 5) (This Corner Of The Universe) - Plot & Excerpts
Heskan teased his companion as they climbed the steps of the Madison Judicial Complex. Vernay offered a half smile next to him. “I swear these stairs looked twice as steep two days ago.” She looked at the disc burning brightly above the massive structure in the turquoise sky. “And I thought Nessus’ sun had gone supernova. Lesson learned: respect Hollaran bourbon.” “I still can’t believe you came to watch my testimony,” Heskan remarked as they walked toward the queue at the building’s entrance. He was forced to accept the longest line since he was carrying a briefcase that would require a manual inspection. The additional delay would be minor, though, because the security admissions process had been perfected over decades. “I wasn’t going to miss it for all the worlds.” She raised her datapad. “I’m so happy I made it. Now, we have your dubbing ceremony recorded for all time.” Her smile twisted mischievously. “Do you want to be addressed as Fleet Commander, Captain or Sir when we’re in battle? Or all three?”
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