Chapter 28, Dialog Summary

Rolf van der Berg knows that Galaxy is headed toward Mount Zeus and also that his hypothesis that the mountain is made of diamond has leaked out somehow. Chris Floyd comes to visit Dr. van der Berg and discuss the landing. Galaxy is meant to stay in orbit. Its landing gear might not be able to handle the constant earthquakes on the surface of Europa. Dr. van der Berg wonders if Chris Floyd is an undercover police officer.

Chapter 28, Dialog Analysis

Dr. van der Berg actually looks forward to visiting Mount Zeus to test his hypothesis that the mountain is made of diamond. The thought of imminent death is not as nearly important, but Chris Floyd reminds him of the danger involved. Whatever happens, the landing will not be very easy. Tension builds as Dr. van der Berg speculates on whether...