Kris Longknife's Assassin

Kris Longknife's Assassin is a novella that follows Vicky Peterwald, heir to the Peterwald Empire, as she navigates her initial encounters with Kris Longknife and begins her training in the Greenfeld Navy. The story explores Vicky's journey from a vengeful rival to someone capable of solving problems without violence, culminating in her involvement in a mission to save her family. Told from Vicky's perspective, it offers a compelling lead-up to the larger series.