The admiral’s second in command enters the briefing quietly and lays a tablet in front of her. She stands silently at attention next to her. Admiral Merc looks at her for a moment then says relax, today is a good day, I can feel it. My sword has been polished and is back on the stand where it belongs. “Yes admiral, if I may say. I believe this report is what you been looking for. They will think twice about having you go into retirement.

Yes the Admiral says, is this report for the Quazar scout ship? Yes Maam she replies. “They found a lot of interesting Intel. I would say the help from Captain Kahn has paid off. She knew where to go looking for the mystery ship. Number 2 have you had any reports from Crisha? She responds quickly with just, “No Admiral”. The admiral dismisses her second then begins to review the report.

Admiral Merc continues reviewing the report. Then calls in number 2 . A couple minutes pass when number 2 enters and stands at attention saying “Captain Rogers reporting as requested” Admiral Merc quickly says “Take a seat number 2 and get out your second brain.” A nickname for the AI equipped tablet they use for everything of importance. A tablet with an advanced and AI and the best encryption available.

Send this message to Crisha. We cannot have this go through normal channels. She will know what to do with it.

>> Attention: Admiral Kim

We have tracked the mystery ship or ships we believe now known as the Night Serpents. They appear to have some interest in Anigisul System. We will continue to investigate. We have setup up a reconnaissance station at Shadow Fox station. Our Quazar scouts will be making regular patrols in the Anigisul system.

We suspect something is up with Planet Naeya also. request an expedition that can pose as locals to investigate. The Intel we have received indicates they should arrive near a the tallest mountain in the Northeast quadrant of the planet. From there they should setup a base camp in a hidden bunker at the base of the mountain. Coordinates will be sent in a separate encrypted message. After they have the base camp setup, then they should proceed up the mountain and look for the Unity Monk.

>> detailed encrypted info included <<

>> End Message

Admiral Mercedes “Merc” Verne

Station Comms Alert Alert “Admiral to the Bridge, Admiral to the bridge” Alert Alert “Unidentified Sphere has Appeared in the distance, appears to be some kind of ship” …..