The artificial atmosphere on Lunar was stuffy and itched the back of Rojo's throat. Zedka was by her side and opposite them was a woman in a long Council robe standing with two officers in uniforms, one standing on each side of her.
"We are most grateful for your service Ropo," said the robed woman. "Not only have you brought in this prisoner, on time as always, but you sent three others who we processed just a few minutes ago. You will of course receive bonus payments for them."
"Thank you, Governor Ation," said Ropo. "As ever, I was just doing my job."
Governor Ation gave a respectful nod. She stepped back a few paces and turning her attention to the prisoner she said, "You may approach."
Zedka walked the white line until she was between the two guards. As she stopped, the force field sizzled back into effect. Zedka turned and looked back at Ropo.
"You did it."
Ropo tipped her hat towards the group, turned and walked away. In the distance, Ropo could see her runner being rolled off the shuttle. And past it, even further in the distance, was the gleaming blue ball that she called home.
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Always on Time
Ciencia FicciónA cyber marshal has one job, getting her prisoner safely into custody. The only thing is, she has to take a trip across several galaxies to get the job done.
