Chapter 2: Mission Preparations
Using her cranial implant, Lexieria studied the English language and other subjects while sleeping. The implant provided a data connection between Lexieria’s brain and the ship’s computer. Meanwhile, Astra monitored Lexieria’s vital signs.
When she woke up, Lexieria stumbled out of the stasis chamber in apparent distress. Lexieria almost fell to her knees.
“Astra! What did you do to me? I feel like my head is about to explode!”
Astra, however, understood that Lexieria’s distress was only temporary. “Yes, I understand there is some discomfort. But you need certain skills so that you can accomplish your mission.” On the forward viewscreen, Astra displayed a map of North America.
“For example, in the United States, people speak and read a language called English. The ship’s computer has compiled a dictionary translating English into our Shireen language.”
Astra pressed a button that brought up a video broadcast. “Do you understand the performers in this broadcast?”
“Oh wow! Yes, I do!” After a few minutes of watching a naked couple perform, Lexieria asked, “Astra, did you intentionally tune into a pornographic channel?”
Astra replied innocently, “Is that what that is? I am just trying to prepare you for your first encounter.”
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