The Hutt Gambit (Han Solo, 2) by A. C. Crispin

Author:A. C. Crispin [Crispin, A. C.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Star Wars, Science Fiction, Fiction
ISBN: 9780307796370
Publisher: Bantam
Published: 1997-08-11T07:00:00+00:00

At the same moment as Bria Tharen was wondering about him, Han Solo was not thinking about her. He was, however, feeling more wounded by a woman than he had at any time since Bria Tharen had left him.

He sat on the edge of the bed in a hotel room on Velga, a luxury moon where the wealthy came to be entertained and play games of chance, scowling and reading Xaverri’s message on his datapad. It said:

Dear Solo,

I can’t stand good-byes, so I’m not going to put either of us through one. The tour is over, and I’m off for a short rest before taking to the road again. I thought about asking you to go with me, but I think it’s better that I make a clean break now.

The last six months have been wonderful, among the best I can recall. During that time I’ve grown very fond of you, dear. Too fond. You know me by now … I can’t afford to get too fond of anyone. That would be dangerous for both of us. Caring too much about another person makes you soft, makes you vulnerable. In my line of business, I can’t afford that.

I’ve paid the hotel bill through tomorrow for you and Chewbacca. You’ve been two of the best assistants and companions I’ve ever had. Tell him I’m sorry I couldn’t say farewell. There is a bonus for you both in the local branch of the Imperial Bank, account code 651374, keyed to your retinal scan.

I’m going to miss you more than I can say. If you ever need to contact me, you can do so through the Galaxy of Stars booking agency. Maybe someday we can do it all again, when I’ve gotten my perspective back.

Take care of yourself, Han. And take care of your Wookiee friend. Devotion like that is rare.

Love,

Xaverri

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