Thrust Vector

09 - The Ceremony

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Chapter Nine. The Ceremony.

He led her to the center of the hangar, where an area had been cleared of equipment. The other women gathered around them, their expressions ranging from eager curiosity to cool observation.

“We’re here to celebrate an achievement,” Zee began, his voice carrying easily in the large space. “Not just the breaking of the sound barrier, but the courage, vision, and…