412 412 Wild Ride

[Nico, I have good news and bad news.] Max informed his best friend and second in Command.

[If you say we're going for a peaceful resolution, I am going to hijack Cleansing Light and Orbital Strike something.] Nico replied.

[That's the good news. There is going to be a battle. And even more good news, the Innu Nomads need jobs to pay for their stay, so they will be joining you in a few days.

But the bad news is that you will be remaining on the ship again. We need the drones and their data too much for you to join the battle on the surface.] Max informed her.

[See, I was afraid you would say that, so I have already prepared for such an eventuality. I have upgraded my drone control pod to a full virtual reality simulation. That way, it at least feels like I am in combat.] Nico replied with a sigh.