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interstellar-communication-delay
The chapter details the limitations and delays of communication across wormholes, relying on physical couriers and jumpships, which complicates timely information flow.
1 chapter across 1 book
Mirror Dance (1994)Lois McMaster Bujold
Chapter 5
In this chapter, Miles Vorkosigan grapples with the mysterious disappearance and lack of communication from the ship Ariel, commanded by his brother Mark. Frustrated by the delays inherent in interstellar communication and the possibility of a trap or mutiny, Miles convenes a high-level staff meeting to consider all scenarios, including Mark's potential motives and destinations. The chapter explores the tension between familial loyalty, military duty, and the complexities of interstellar politics and espionage.