04-20-2019, 05:51 AM
Mark nodded to himself, watching the lift and rescue progress. He felt the turbine powerplant spooling up even before his screen showed him the indication. He heard Archeus' callout and issued a command.
"As soon as the sally platform is stowed and the load is secured, Up ship. I want some altitude to maneuver and turn us into the wind as needed. Then we'll make best speed for Aukate' and the docks there."
He then turned his full attention to the incoming storm. The timing would be very tight, and they would be in unknown territory if the storm turned out to be more than an afternoon thunderstorm.
"As soon as the sally platform is stowed and the load is secured, Up ship. I want some altitude to maneuver and turn us into the wind as needed. Then we'll make best speed for Aukate' and the docks there."
He then turned his full attention to the incoming storm. The timing would be very tight, and they would be in unknown territory if the storm turned out to be more than an afternoon thunderstorm.
All Hail the Overlord!