10
IT WAS NEVER EASY to face Thayu when she was angry. Because I loved her, and also because she usually had a very good reason to be angry. And because I usually knew what the reason was.
I didn’t dare look her in the eyes. “I’m sorry.”
“Sorry doesn’t even begin to cover it. Has anyone ever told you that despite your stupid acts, you are exceptionally lucky? We just happened to be making a reconnaissance flight based on the readouts from the Exchange.”
“With weapons like that?” I cast a glance back into the cargo hold, where Veyada had taken the gun off its mount.
“We are prepared. We don’t go into town barely armed, not wearing armour, and with only two junior staff.”
Reida’s voice came from behind. “That’s not necessary! It’s not that bad.”
“Yes, it is, young man,” Sheydu said.
