A Day in the Life of Major Grace Newman before the Zoastra Affair Part Twenty Six
“What about Cross?”
New topic. Good, though she needed to get back to Peter. “What about him?”
“He’s your friend more than anyone else’s.”
Grace knew how wrong she was, and how much Rose could be counted on now. “Cross is a friend. Peter is my husband. He needs to find a good woman.”
“I agree.” Rosemarie nodded her head. “And for a single guy on the ship, he’s too sexy.”
Had he heard that? Grace smiled. The guards were ready to move the women. And Cross made no move to get them out of this. They were pushed ahead. As they marched toward the king’s speech, in the outer hallway both women held hands. Grace reminded herself to keep the faith. The men weren’t here for any other reason. Cross would get them out of here and back to the ship. They needed to stay prepared— to stay ready for battle.
A few minutes later, a fight broke out in the courtyard ahead. Shouting, fighting men blocked the doorway, and the women were stopped short on the march.
Then the outer hallway went black as night. Grace breathed easier as she held Rosemarie’s hands. She didn’t let go until a hot-blooded man put his hands on her waist and pulled her into him. Captain Cross would get her home.
She sighed, his arms around her felt like a weight being lifted off her shoulders. Home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Captain Cross rescue Grace and Rosemarie in The Zoastra Affair?
Captain Cross rescues Major Grace Newman and Rosemarie by orchestrating a distraction — a fight breaks out in the courtyard ahead, blocking the guards, and the outer hallway goes completely dark. Using the cover of chaos and darkness, Cross pulls Grace to safety by her waist, signaling her escape. Grace trusts that Cross will get them back to the ship.
What is the relationship between Grace Newman and Captain Cross in The Zoastra Affair?
Grace Newman and Captain Cross share a close, trusted friendship aboard the ship. While Grace is married to Peter, Rosemarie notes that Cross is considered too attractive for a single man on the ship. Grace relies on Cross professionally and personally — his arms around her during their escape make her feel instantly safe and reassured.
Is Captain Cross or Peter more important to Major Grace Newman in The Zoastra Affair?
According to the story, Peter is Grace’s husband and holds the deeper personal bond, while Cross is her most trusted friend and protector. Grace actively thinks about finding Peter a good woman, suggesting their marriage has complications. However, in dangerous moments it is Cross — not Peter — who physically rescues Grace and provides immediate emotional comfort.
