Chapter 79

The tremors grew stronger and stronger. In the distance, Amir could see chunks of earth erupting from beneath the surface, crashing down onto the base’s roof and the surrounding terrain—shattering into smaller fragments on impact.

From behind, Hondo’s voice rang out—he had made it onto the ship.

“Strap in!” Amir swiftly operated the controls before him. The Voyager came to life, component by component, cockpit lights flashing on, the reassuring hum of machinery filling the cabin.