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Emily took a deep breath as the command deck stopped spinning. Whatever he had given her<br />
stopped the pounding in her head as well.<br />
"There is no other option, Doctor."<br />
She ignored the worried looks from both of them as she swung her legs up over the side of the<br />
couch and managed to get into a sitting position.<br />
"How are the others holding together?"<br />
"Nicholas reports a fluctuation in his gravitic drive system after the last warp gate, but nothing<br />
serious. He says his speed has not been compromised."<br />
The First Guardian wearily accepted the report that her Provost silently offered her. She scanned<br />
it and nodded, she already knew what was contained on the data pad.<br />
"Good, make certain that the fleet continues at maximum acceleration until all ships are ready to<br />
form warp gates again."<br />
Dr. Miato glared at her and she hid a sigh as he instantly objected.<br />
"First Guardian that is simply not acceptable. That will only give you thirty-five minutes rest at<br />
most! You may not believe me, but forming warp gates is not an easy maneuver and is placing<br />
considerable stress on your body, both of them! Guardian Mira nearly suffered a stroke during<br />
this last warp gate. "<br />
Emily ground her teeth and swung back towards the doctor, the glare in her eyes forcing him<br />
back a step.<br />
"Believe me, Doctor, I understand the stresses involved. There is no other option though. By the<br />
Maker, we WILL continue on our course until we reach Earth, is that understood?"<br />
Miato looked from the First Guardian to her Provost. He had the power to overrule her if it came<br />
down to it, on a medical basis. He'd need the Provost's help to do so though. Her Provost simply<br />
shook his head slightly though in response to the doctor's questioning look. The First Guardian<br />
did not miss the exchange and took a step towards the doctor.<br />
"Doctor, I asked you, is that Understood?"<br />
"Yes, First Guardian. I want the record to show that this goes against my recommendations<br />
though."<br />
Her voice was a snarl when she answered.<br />
"Acknowledged. Now is there anything else?"
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