Chapter 23: Heading to Shenton

"Greetings, Commander!" Kamryn Lewer snapped to and dropped to one knee, deference written across his face. He already wanted to kick himself-how had he managed to offend the Commander? The Heavenly Generals behind him followed in a flurry, bowing as well. "Pierce Looske is my junior. Anyone who lays a hand on him can think through the consequences," Nancy Murdoch said, sweeping her gaze over the crowd, her voice cool. "Commander, my apologies. We truly didn't know," Kamryn said at once. "Rest...