The Meeting

[Junes]

Andrew glared out of a shabby, round window. A few kilometers from the station there was another huge structure, probably the broadside of the said battleship. Its outer hull resembled much the interior of the station he was on: as if it was to break apart every moment due to shabbiness.

"That's the notorious boat you've been talking about?"

Andrew tried to make out more details by stepping closer to the window and uselessly attempting to wipe out the dirt on the glass. The outer hull plating was peppered by patches, strange and intimidating symbols and other odd drawings.

"It looks like it has seen many heated battles already."

The amount of alternative and belatedly implemented hull parts was essentially greater than the one of original ones. This was most likely due to the damage it had taken over the period of its service.

"Well, as long as it flies..."