What he called his "office" was really a combination laboratory,
resource library, work and communications center, and lounge. In one
corner was a huge table, made of artificial material but, apart from
chemical analysis, not distinguishable from highly polished mahogany.
Its chairs matched its reflective sheen. Table and chairs rested on an
intricately patterned carpet that measured at least twenty by
twenty-five feet. Patterns in cerulean blue, silver, and gray, with
flecks of green and violet beautifully complemented the lunar gray
visible through the windows. Not far from the table was an immense,
detailed globe of the Earth, about four feet in diameter and perfectly
balanced. Equally detailed globes of the Moon and Mars on the same
scale were nearby. In another corner were globes of Mercury and Venus
and a few other celestial bodies.
"I'm sorry to put an end to the festivities this way, gentlemen," said
Richard Starlight to the assembly. Around the table were the President
of the United States and three of his advisors, among whom were
Commander John Lewis of Space Command. Richard's second-in-command,
John "Rock" Rwakatare, head engineer of the Advanced Design Department
of SE was also present, as were Allen Foster, Keith Seaton, and Charlie
Taylor, the fathers of the three Starmen.
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