“Darrow, listen carefully. The Colossus has altered trajectory and is headed for Ganymede.” “The docks,” I whisper intensely. “He’s going for the docks. Can any ships intercept?” “No! They’re out of position. If Octavia can’t win, she’ll ruin us. Those docks are my people’s future. You must take that bridge at all cost!” “I will…but Romulus. He has nukes on board. What if it’s not just the docks he’s going for?” Romulus pales. “Stop him. Please. Your people are down there too.” “I’ll do my best.” “Thank you, Darrow. And good luck. First cohort, on me…” The connection dies. I remove my helmet.
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