Silenced, the two fell into step behind their leader. After a short ride in one of the Guild's elevators, the quartet found themselves in an offshoot of the main command center, which was now deserted. Azuka moved diagonally across the room toward two large æsotech doors bearing the Guild's insignia: a slanted sword over a wireframe globe.

"The meeting’s inside here." Azuka lowered her voice. "Be silent."

Cliff moved ahead to get behind Azuka as she shoved ...