That should have been the end of it, but no sooner had Vernestra turned back to Avon than Dr. Mkampa came running full tilt toward Vernestra. She grabbed the Mirialan’s tabard and held her aloft, eyes glowing red like hot coals.

“You have your tricks, but I have science on my side,” Dr. Mkampa said, throwing Vernestra so she slammed into a nearby tree. At first Avon was afraid that was the final blow. But the Jedi hit the tree and ricocheted off, her lightsaber held out in front of her as she slashed downward at Dr. Mkampa again.


Star Wars The High Republic Mission to Disaster Chapter 26