Chapter Five: The Most Expensive Meal on the Moon

He converted three freight routes to passenger service and guaranteed a year of supplies. Chengjun Shipping's shares surged. Nobody dared publish a valuation for the hotel. As Zhou ordered oxygen, food, and medical equipment, an unsigned encrypted message entered the system: DO NOT LET HELIOS TAKE THE EMOTIONAL CRYSTALS. THEY USED LIVING SUBJECTS. I CARRY PROOF. A research skiff raced from the lunar south pole, pursued by two Helios interceptors. “One life sign,” Old Chen said. “She's requesting emergency docking.” “Open berth three.” “Han Tuo will call it harboring a fugitive.” Zhou sealed his helmet. “When a guest begs at the door, reception opens it before asking about membership.”