““Drawing a deep breath, she took control of her fear. She was a commander’s child. Her father had been born in poverty and had climbed by his wits and skills through the ranks of the military to end up as president of their planet. While many might not like him, they all agreed on one thing. Her father was fearless and he’d given that courage to his only child. She would meet death calmly, with dignity. Whatever it took, she would not beg or plead. “I will do my parents proud.””
