Freedom Saga 1: Heaven's Light by Marcus Johnson Page A

get
interesting.”
    “Yes commander,”
both said.
    Brian focused
his mind as he looked at the Confederation forces around them. The sound of
their thoughts filled his mind as the Mjolnir flew from the safety of the
Avoni’s shields and into the thick of their formation. Their mobile suit’s
movements seemed sluggish to Brian as the slashed into a group of Lances.
    “You’re reaction
time has surpassed my current specs,” the Mjolnir said as they fought.
    “I’m trying my
best to keep from going all the way,” Brian said. “Celi told me something bad
could happen if we activate the black box again.”
    “There’s no need
to,” the Mjolnir said.
    “Have you
determined their tactical plan?” Brian asked.
    The Mjolnir
remained silent for a moment. “It’s done. You can concentrate on attack while I
maneuver.”
    “Alright old
friend,” he said.
    The Mjolnir and
Brian acted as one as they tore through the enemy crafts. Sword and pulse cannon
traded attacks while coordinated with masterful evasion. Near the Avoni, the
Reinkar launched all of its Fangs. They took formation behind the Mjolnir and
cleaned up any enemy crafts remaining. Valis watched the spectacle with a
strange smile on her face.
    “It’s like he
and it have become one,” Zae said.
    “They have,” Daes
said. “The Mjolnir’s as smart as he is.”
    “The danger is
it’s not a normal person,” Valis said. “The Mjolnir has awareness unlike
anything our people have seen since the Keinien androids.”
    The Columbia
base began wavering as the gravity jump started. A moment later a flash of
light filled the space around them as the base disappeared. In the confusion
the Mjolnir and Fangs drove the Confederation fleet back.
    Valis tapped the
com once more. “Brian, it’s time to go.”
    “As you wish,”
he said before flying the Mjolnir back to the Avoni.
    The Fangs with
him did likewise and headed for the Reinkar. Brian relaxed in his chair and
took out an injector. He placed it on his neck and pressed the button before
tossing it to the ground.
    “It’s getting
worse,” the Mjolnir said.
    “Of course it
is,” Brian said. “My fate is sealed.”
    “Stop saying
such things,” the mobile suit said. “You still have a lot to live for.”
    “Yeah, you’re
right,” he said.
     
    * *
*
     
    On the bridge of
the Zakar, Baeron watched as their forces were driven back. Siata observed with
great interest as the Mjolnir fought. After the base disappeared she turned on
the com.
    “This is your
commanding officer speaking,” she said to all the ships within the
Confederation fleet. “All ships are to retreat.”
    “Yes captain
Siata,” all the other captains said.
    “Are you sure
about this?” Baeron asked.
    “Yes,” she said.
“With our current strength our best bet is to simply give chase.”
    “The Avoni has
been hunted by greater prey then us,” Baeron said.
    “I know,” she
said.
    The Avoni and
Reinkar disappeared in the light of a gravity jump. Siata turned on the com
once more.
    “All scouting
fleets are to pursue the Avoni,” she ordered.
    “And so begins
the Great Hunt,” Baeron said.
    “Such a thing is
sacred to your people,” Siata said. “Hopefully our troops are as fired up as
the ones we’re giving chase to.”
    “We will my
lady,” Baeron said. “That I promise.”
     
    * *
*
     
    The Avoni and
Reinkar appeared in a resource system devoid of any major colonies. They were
near the outer area of a small gas giant with a ring of asteroids orbiting it.
Vae flew the Avoni to a small, hollowed out asteroid and took the ship inside
while the Reinkar followed. Brian sat alone on the Mjolnir for a while before
opening the front hatch.
    “Take care,” the
Mjolnir said.
    “You too
friend,” he said before taking the elevator cord down.
    Meldi and Myli
came over to him.
    “Great job
Brian,” Meldi said.
    “You were
amazing,” Myli added.
    He pointed to
the Mjolnir, “He deserves the credit.”
    “Well,