KrallZone
By Simon Fox
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In the perilous depths of the Asteroid Sea, two powerful space-fleets fight for interplanetary supremacy . . . KrallZone is Part 4 of The FirstLord Chronicles, a cutting-edge hard-core science-fiction ebook series by Simon Fox.
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Hello, everyone. My 14-part science-fiction series The FirstLord Chronicles is available here at Smashwords, plus many other ebooks, both fiction and non-fiction. Enjoy! Some facts about me: I'm a Christian, I'm English, I'm married, I'm a grandad, and I love fine English beers. Follow me on Twitter: @SimonFoxWriter
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KrallZone - Simon Fox
KrallZone
The FirstLord Chronicles, Part 4
Simon Fox
In the perilous depths of the Asteroid Sea, two powerful space-fleets fight for interplanetary supremacy
© Simon Fox 2019
See the end of the book for background information about the characters and the story
The Continent, principal landmass of the planet Isska, in the year 926 XE
IS = independent state
1
3rd day of Summer, 926 XE
The Island Palace, Zarr, Xunna
Will there be war?
asked Leenesh with an anxious frown.
It might come to that,
answered Jaddra, sitting next to his wife on a long sofa.
I’d hoped and prayed we’d never see war again,
she said, her voice sorrowful.
So did we all,
agreed Jaddra with a sigh of regret.
"But surely the Kralls must know they couldn’t possibly win a war! she argued.
They could never defeat the Partnership – we’re stronger than them in every way."
Their son Hezzkal, who was standing by the window overlooking the River Skarra, turned to face his mother. "I think the Kralls are fanatical enough to believe they can win, he said.
Or at least, Annzar Vrassa believes they can, and it’s his iron will that rules the KrallZone … So, yes – and I hate to say this – but war looks like a very real possibility."
The three of them were silent for a moment, contemplating that unpalatable truth. Most families in the Xunnland had lost at least one son in the Global War that had ended a mere 19 years ago. The idea of another major conflict was distressing beyond words.
I’d planned to fly down to Shimell today to attend a women’s conference with Sherrafenn,
said Leenesh. Do you think I should still go, Jadd?
Yes, you should go,
he replied, trying to smile reassuringly. I’ll give you a call if there’s any major news.
All right, then,
she said decisively, getting to her feet in a swift lithe movement that any 18-year-old would have been proud of. She was dressed in a loose-fitting white embroidered one-piece shirt-and-trousers garment. Her magnificent dark-red hair, decorated with a dozen golden clasps, reached all the way down to her elegant waist, which was belted with a scarlet silk sash. Now well into her forties, she was still breathtakingly beautiful and athletically fit.
Give Sherrafenn my love,
said Hezzkal. Sherrafenn Imshoon, the highly revered Fayshonn of Varradenn, was also his mother-in-law.
And mine,
added Jaddra.
She studied them for a brief moment, her love for the two men in her life showing clearly in her big golden-irised eyes.
I’ll see you both tonight,
she said, her long red tresses fanning out behind her as she strode from the room.
Jaddra turned to his son, a glint of fatherly pride in his eyes. Ready, Hezz?
Yes, Dad – as ready as I’ll ever be!
The two men wore identical scarlet uniforms, designed to emphasize the continuity between the FirstLord and his Heir. Tall, broad-chested, with short red hair and beard, Hezzkal closely resembled Jaddra but had his mother’s golden eyes.
Father and son left the room together and made their way down to the palace’s skyzone, where a spherical grey-hulled Z-Field aircraft awaited them, its engines humming in readiness. Beside it stood a squad of green-uniformed Bodyguards, Brallshar pistols in their hip-holsters. They saluted the FirstLord and the Heir, thumping their right fists against their chests. Standing with them was their commander, Hannsto Vallmar, who bowed to Jaddra and Hezzkal.
Good morning, my Lords,
he said, in a manner that was respectful but also familiar. He and Jaddra had been friends all their lives, and he had known Hezzkal since the day of his birth. The Supreme Council and the People’s Assembly await you.
They all boarded the skyship, which swiftly ferried them to the brand-new Hall of Gathering in the centre of the Old City, just a stone’s throw from the former Temple of Zarrva, which had received a new lease of life as a public museum.
Flanked by Hannsto and the Bodyguards, Jaddra and Hezzkal entered the Hall, a capacious marble-floored circular chamber with high walls of blue-tinted glass. Standing to one side were the 100 members of the Supreme Council, all of whom were senior government officials. On the other side stood the 100 People’s Advocates, elected by the populations of the Xunnland’s Territories. Jaddra and Hezzkal seated themselves on twin thrones facing the assembled dignitaries, who then also sat down on rows of plush chairs.
After Hezzkal had consulted with a technical assistant for a few moments, he stood up, and every eye in the Hall was fixed on him. This was the first time he had presided over a major political gathering, but his father had taught him well.
Honourable Councillors and Advocates, thank you for attending this meeting at such short notice,
he began. The FirstLord has summoned you here today to give you an emergency update on the rapidly developing interplanetary crisis, and he has asked me to present it to you. First of all, let’s review the present strategic situation in the Asteroid Sea.
He pressed a button on his Yevv,