The Great Escape

[The Sovereign]

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Sam flicked her drink with the tip of her fingernail. Even though it was a fairly quick trip to Freeport 8, she felt like had been ages since she had connected Eliza for this outing.

Well, at least Eliza had agreed, and they would be able to have a nice relaxing stroll through the varied markets and malls of Sirius. Maybe not all of them for this outing, but as many as they could hit. The Luxury shuttle was fast, comfortable and packed with all the little things needed to impress, as well an amazing view of the stars, thanks to its viewing lounge.

In truth, she hadn't expected Eliza to say yes, but she had heard from Nick that Eliza was a lot more relaxed than she seemed, so the chance had been taken. Which is why she was concentrating so hard on the brochures spread out on the table in front of her. Supermalls on Eerie and Manhattan, traditional markets in Kusari, an extremely high-class tourist stop on Planet Baden Baden and a delightful community market on Planet Cambridge. The planets Curacao, Gran Canaria and Freeport 10 were also prime locations to visit, thanks to their beauty.

Letting out a frustrated sigh, she flopped back onto the couch. "Ugh. I'll have to wait for Eliza to help me decide where we'll go first. And after that."

The intercom in the cabin beeped on, and the pilots voice could be heard. "We're coming in to land now Miss Vincents. I've also received a location query from Haven Command. Do you want me to answer it?"

Her forehead crinkled slightly. Huh, Nick had noticed her absence faster than expected. "No, don't tell them where we are, but let them know we're safe. It wouldn't do to have a full wing of ships crashing our party now would it?"

"No ma'am, I'll redirect them"

The sound of docking gear gently touching down a few minutes later notified her of their arrival on Freeport 10. Now all that was needed for the fun to start was Eliza's arrival, and things could get underway.

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