Chapter 60
"The details will be sent to your lenses. We depart tomorrow. Be prepared."
Dax waved once, a casual flick of his hand, then turned and left the training room with Nadia walking at his side. The heavy doors slid shut behind them, cutting off the sounds of the squad still buzzing with excitement and questions.
He didn't think too much on it. Moments later he was outside his fortress, standing on the wide stone ledge that overlooked the plains of Vados. The wind carried the dry scent of grass and earth. The sun sat low, turning everything gold and long-shadowed. Dax breathed in slowly, eyes scanning the horizon.
"They show signs of intelligence and even take on roles," he said quietly.
