Arch Allies: Space Smuggler Sci-Fi Action Adventure (Starhawke Rogue Book 1)

Marlin’s the type of guy who will look for a dark cloud on a sunny day.

When it came to detailing the ship’s interior layout, Nat stepped up to the plate to guide the process. She had very specific ideas of how her ship looked, especially the compact bridge. Whenever I strayed off course, she’d hit me with a quip or comment that brought me back on track. Or she’d walk into the section of the ship in question and start

Debating with herself was a bad habit that never got her anywhere. She needed to get back to work.

“You’re a better person than you think.”

“He’s… focused.” Nat couldn’t tell from Marlin’s tone whether he thought that was good or bad. “Yep. He might be able to finish the repairs in half the time I’d projected.” “Unless he uncovers a bigger problem than you thought.” “Or discovers it’s even simpler to fix than I imagined,” she countered. He sighed. “Come on, Marlin. Show some optimism.”

There. She’d said it.

“You’re being naïve.” “And you’re being pessimistic.” He sighed. “I just thought our days of dealing with sadistic overlords were behind us.” She started gathering another bundle of sheets. “Isin’s not sadistic.” At least she hoped that was still true. “Shash is.” “Yeah, well…” She didn’t have an answer for that one. “And she hates you.” “Tell me s

She was finally at the helm of her ship. If this was a dream, she didn’t want to ever wake up.

“Yep. She was gettin’ downright excited last night, talkin’ about makin’ engine modifications to boost speed.” Nat grimaced. “I have trouble picturing her getting excited about anything.” Pete shrugged. “Some folks are wired different.”