Chapter 2: Second Star to the Right

Peter the Starchaser

Peter nearly jumped out of the aforementioned green coat, startled as he was by the girl. He had his pride, though, and turned away from her to wipe his eyes. Remember, he had a reputation to maintain as a dashing space adventurer.

He didn’t want her to think he was weak.

“I had dust in my eyes,” he said cleverly, turning back to the girl. She smiled at h…