inter-species-trust

The chapter explores fragile trust between humans and the hisa, emphasizing the hisa's innocence about war and their crucial role in the unfolding crisis.

1 chapter across 1 book

Downbelow Station (1982)C. J. Cherryh

Chapter 23

In this chapter, Emilio Konstantin coordinates a covert evacuation and warning effort among humans and the native hisa on Downbelow Station as a military force led by Captain Porey arrives to impose martial law. The hisa, previously unaccustomed to war or unified communication, become crucial messengers in spreading warnings. Emilio faces the threat of military takeover, confiscation of supplies, and loss of civilian control, while trying to protect both humans and the hisa from the impending conflict.