Authors note: this story takes place during series one, after Star-Crossed, but before It Makes A Lovely Light.

Out of love for you. (Part 9)

Andromeda's image filled the main screen, "FTA forces attacking the Restor fleet, firing missile to cut-off their retreat. 50% of Restor fleet on disabled. I am firing in the station." One of the Restors drew his gun, but Rommie already had her forcelance out and extended: she swung it round with deadly accuracy, knocking the man out-cold.

Dylan turned to Rommie, "What's going on?" The Avatar blinked, "Internal defences activated. Arms-locker in observation deck is now open." The other Restors went for their weapons, but with a look Rommie increased the anti- gravity field where they were standing: they dropped to the deck as they found themselves trying to deal with 10-G's. Dylan gasped as he found himself the only human still standing.

Rommie turned to Dylan and handed him her forcelance, "The ship is yours again, Captain Hunt."