[center][h2] Ava Cadera [/h2][/center]

I sit in my quarters, staring down at my chronometer. Every minute that passe brings us closer to Coruscant, the planet that will either be our glory or our death. It all fell upon my leadership skills to decide which it will be. If I find that frightening or intimidating, I would never express it. Not here among the Mandalorians, at least. Perhaps HJ would have understood, but it was too late to call him. Besides, talking to him now would only weaken me. I needed to focus on the battle, and keep my blood hot. Even hearing HJ's voice would instantly calm me, and that was not something I wanted.

I hear the door chime, and I jump to my feet, taking on the posture of a strong leader. "Enter!"