บท 71: Votes Cast

"I want her to stay in the vault." 

All turned towards Jay, most wearing confused expressions on their faces.

The confusion didn't remain long though. They understood pretty quickly his reasons.

Letting one alien wander freely within the spaceship was already a great risk. But it could communicate with them.

Letting a second one in was too dangerous. Especially since it couldn't communicate.

The crewmates could see that the Paru and the female Granilith were somewhat close. Whether he went, she followed him. By bringing fresh food, she had also proven the ability to be useful. Still,

"Female or male, it remains a Granilith." Jay continued. "Its kind killed too many for us to bring. Well…" His gaze moved over to the Paru for a moment. "Bringing it is fine, I suppose. As long as it stays away from us."

"Well-" Roka was interrupted before she could get a word out.