The way the Ascender was making Association officials wait was both impressive and slightly concerning.
Tom's grin widened as he sensed Moon's attention. "They can cool their heels for a bit longer. Besides, I'll be coming with you to make sure they don't try anything too pushy."
"Master, they do appear rather... urgent about the matter."
"Just do what I told you," Tom waved his hands in dismissal.
"Yes, Master," the butler replied, nodding slightly before gently closing the door behind him.
Fifteen minutes later, Moon, Tom, and Kael walked out from the cabin together, making their way to the orbital's central lobby where the Association representatives waited.
The space was luxuriously appointed—comfortable seating, exotic fruits and panoramic windows showing the city sprawling below.
Two individuals rose as they approached: a man in his forties with sharp, intelligent eyes, and a woman of similar age with similar bearing.
