Horizon of Darkness

- Not enough. I won't accept less than 15.

- This is a partial prepayment. You'll get the rest when we reach the door. We're offering you good terms; we only get paid for completed work.

- Heh-heh, for an extra fee, I'll tell you...

- How much?

A song played in Nikta's head, one she couldn't remember where she'd heard, but the melody begged to be hummed.