Nancy nodded. "I'll ask," she said. Though she had to wonder if PK would really be willing to supply any more equipment so long as these accidents kept happening.

Scott leaned back in the chair and rubbed his eyes. "Christ… sorry. I'm just stressed… we're down to the wire here, and at this rate we're never going to win the competition."

Nancy's expression softened at this. "I'm sure if everyone tries there best, we can—"

"Don't kid yourself Nancy," Scott laughed bitterly. "We barely stood a chance when we came here. And now?" He shook his head. "We're doomed."