"All right Friedrich, the spent fuel ships are underway, and the Aristotle is in position. Let's get this show on the road," said Aaron, looking at the monitors in front of him.
"Starting the Bach's reactors now," replied Friedrich, tapping on his console.
The massive cargo ship shuddered as its reactors came online, and its turbines spun up.
"All systems are go, first shipment of hardware using the Bach is underway," said Friedrich.
The Bach slowly moved forward, its huge hull slicing through the water as it joined the Aristotle for the voyage to Boston.
On board the Charles de Gaulle, General Malkovich watched the two ships with gritted teeth.
"Crafty little bastards," he muttered.
"We can stop them," said Captain Saunier.
"Nah, let them do their thing, for now. We'll deal with them if they get any dumb ideas," replied Malkovich.
"Very well, but I must admit, they're pretty impressive," said Saunier.
