Grimm gestured to his arm. “The rumor mill is performing to specifications, I’m afraid. I already had this when it started.” “I remember,” Bayard said. “So. You repelled an assault by Auroran Marines . . . with one hand.” “My crew did the majority of that.” Bayard made a little ah sound. “Naturally. While you stood about offering critique, I suppose.” “It’s as if you know me.”

