Kharon Chapter 53
Kiarah is steering the Kharon on the bridge while Emma plays with Sparky nearby. Luke storms onto the bridge. “Why are we slowing down?”, he demands.
“Vice Island is dead ahead. It’s one of the few locations we can pick up supplies”, says Kiarah in her normal cool tone.
“What supplies do we need? We're getting food and water from the ocean and the Kharon has a self-sustaining power source.”
“Weapons and ammunition”, Emma chimes in without even looking up from Sparky.
Luke turns to look at her and gives a small grimace and then turns back to Kiarah. “We won’t need weapons at The Gardens.”
“True. But based on our voyage so far wouldn’t you think it prudent to replenish our stock till we reach The Gardens.”
“Alright you have a point", Luke grumbles. "Maybe we should get another ship while we’re at it this since this one blows so far.”
“That would be a mistake. This ship is the most powerful weapon on the seas. It just needs to be stocked with weapons.”
“Fine. But we better make it quick.”
Emma stands up and scoops Sparky up in her arms. “I’ll second that after our last adventure.”
“We’ll be safe. Vice Island has no bad blood with the Quarsians. The inhabitants are all about material wealth and cerebrations. As long as they are treated fairly in a deal I have known them to be quite agreeable and accommodating.”
“Then we shouldn’t let Jacob off the ship”, says Luke.
“Hey! Leave him alone, he’s an alright guy”, says Emma.
“How would you know”, snaps Luke.
“I’m just saying give him a break is all.” Emma walks out of the bridge with Sparky.
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