Robert Heinlein's Citizen of the Galaxy #[nn]

In "Act I" of *Citizen of the Galaxy*, young Thorby’s life takes a dramatic turn when he’s bought at a slave market by the enigmatic Baslim, who treats him as a son. As Baslim’s true identity is revealed and his life ends in tragedy, he leaves behind a carefully laid plan that could set Thorby free—though the path ahead remains uncertain.

In "Act III" from Robert Heinlein's *Citizen of the Galaxy*, Thorby—now known as Rudbek of Rudbek—navigates his new life on Earth under the watchful eye of Leda. When he refuses to sign documents without understanding them, he’s forced to confront the power structure he’s been thrust into. With the unexpected help of Joel de la Croix, Thorby begins to challenge the foundations of a system he’s only just begun to understand. The story, adapted by Robert A. Heinlein, Rob Lazaro, and Eric Gignac, with art by Steve Erwin and inks by Eric Gignac, unfolds with quiet determination and sharp moral clarity.