Marlowe
Nova burst into my garage bay with an energy that nearly knocked over a tray of tools, practically vibrating with an excitement that made her look considerably younger than her usual confident self.
"They approved it," she said, breathless. "My patch evaluation. Bear just told me — full ceremony, scheduled for next month, and King's already signed off on it personally."
I dropped my own tools immediately, pulling her into a fierce, delighted hug. "Nova, that's incredible! You've earned this so completely."
"I know, I know, I'm trying not to completely lose my composure about it, but—" she laughed, unable to contain her joy, "—I've wanted this since I first walked through that gate, Finch. Actually earning my place, properly, the same way you did."
"You're going to be incredibl
