[voice post]

[misfortunfavors]

[The device is turned on and the first thing one hears is shuffling. He moves the device around, studying it carefully with only the sounds of his breath heard. Finally, he says something.]

I want... [Inhale.] Is it possible to...communicate beyond this...ship?

[He goes quiet, trying to keep his voice level. He speaks again, but his voice breaks.] My brother...Can someone tell me he is...safe?