The Viper Pit

Zivild laughed, and again she saw the curved fangs. "I ask your pardon, Captain, but it is most interesting to observe your people in unusual situations." The tip of his forefinger wiped absently at the moisture condensing on the outside of her soda mug. "Most interesting."

Regina suppressed the shiver skittering up her spine.

Getting her family's approval to join the Star Guard wasn't easy. Rising through the ranks without using her family's influence wasn't easy. But she made it.

Now, her ship's engineer is accused of a capital crime on Viperia, Captain Regina Griwaldy must find a way to save him. Regina only has two questions: How far will she have to go to save him, and will the Emperor approve?