Inside the Del Pravvio, moments before their hyperspace jump.
"Reporting! The Detonids attached to the ship's hull have all been eliminated! All personnel assigned to clearing have returned onboard!"
"Engines and thrusters are ready for the hyperspace jump, Officer Fardin! Awaiting further instructions!"
"All ships in the last batch are cleared for the jump!"
The Del Pravvio's bridge buzzed with a flurry of reports. The air was thick with urgency and a hint of lingering anxiety as the officers coordinated their final preparations. Standing at the center of it all was Officer Fardin, the acting commander of the fleet and second-in-command to Major Terrence Greenwood. His eyes briefly flickered toward the Range Falcon—still being chased by the gigantic Detonid—where their leader rested in critical condition, and let out a quiet sigh.
"To all units, initiate space jump!" he commanded.
