This came from the realization that he had not contacted the Windjammer all day. Earlier, he’d thought of relaying the good news, but then he’d decided it would be more fun to walk in, after filing the claim, and casually announce the results of his single day’s work. Betcha’s grudging approval would be most pleasant, he’d told himself. But the necessity of rescuing Jane had disrupted everything, and now there was just time to reach the Federation office on Parma and file his claim. Hoping his father hadn’t worried too much, Pete snapped the switch and gave the Windjammer’s call letters. The gruff voice of Betcha Jones came back. “What are you doing out there, boy? It’s a good idea to report in once in a while.” “Sorry, Betcha. I got very busy. How’s Dad?” “He’s too healthy to be down and not healthy enough to be up.”
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