"Would we be permitted to leave?"
"At once, sir."
More buzzing, and the door opened again.
As they flew away, Jeep said, "Sir, Roborepair wants to know whether to repair ship in its present position or move it elsewhere."
Alyar was beginning to feel more confident. "In its present position, I think. For now."
As they turned south, Janee began to sniffle.
"What now?" he demanded.
"I miss my Demon."
Alyar turned to Bru. "Isn't that just like a woman? She wants a Demon again!"
She raised her head and glared at him. "He was cute and soft, and he cuddled against me and made happy sounds. You tamed the Iron Fley, and if you really loved me, you could surely handle one little fluffy Demon!"