And there are still six pirates who haven't been captured. Zimbardo is
still free and we haven't any idea where he is. And the independent
smugglers that Gene told us about disappeared without a trace."
Richard suddenly looked serious. "You're right, Zip-and there's still
the matter of how Zimbardo knew our plans. Somewhere in our
organization he has an ally-at least one."
Wulf Denn set his coffee cup down carefully and remarked, "But for now,
things are peaceful. There is no danger anywhere, and no sign of any
threat-and the amazing asteroid is ours to explore!"
"Right you are," agreed Rock, "and there are many secrets it can reveal
to us. Time enough for us to face tomorrow's dangers tomorrow."
The Starmen were comforted. If even Rock was not on guard, they felt
free to relax.
"What will you do now?" asked Robert Nolan.
"Well sir," said Mark. "David's uncle and aunt have invited all of us
to go their farm in West Virginia-our parents and David's sister,
too-for a long vacation. I love the stars, but frankly, spending time
in the woods and fields, eating home-cooked meals at a large table with
fifteen or so people, and sitting in front of a fireplace appeals to me
more than I can say!"
"I don't blame you!" laughed Robert.
"But don't get too comfortable," warned Richard, with a chuckle.
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