The next afternoon, during an stimulating match of wits with her sister, a disturbance outside can be heard. This is it. Sedna thinks.
As she walks down the stairs, Sedna reflects on all the things she had to accomplish in order to make this into a reality. She proved herself worthy of several scholarships in her teens. She made valuable connections at university and graduated with honors. And just now she's heading to her first day of work at the top of her career. I am a Leader. She murmurs to herself. What an accomplishment.
Once inside her transport, the young man bows his head at her respectfully and waits. Sedna sits there, silent, savoring the moment. This is the end of a chapter. A new one awaits. But perhaps there's chance for another book to open.
Pilot: "Ahem. Are you ready, Ma'am?" Sedna: "Always. Let's go."
















