The alien paused for a moment and said, "We found you unconscious and decided to take you into protective custody."
"But why? The Vegans have no use for me."
"No," Nestiv Illon said gently. "But we do."
Another of the reptilian beings approached at that moment and inclined its head toward Illon.
"What is it?"
"We're approaching Vega IX, sir."
"Very good," Illon said. "Shift into transparency-warp and go into orbit."
"Yes, sir." The subordinate inclined his head once again and backed away. Illon turned to Jim Lawrence.
"We are within striking range of the Vegan home base now. Here's where you come in."