The Final Expedition - Episode 1
A Microdose of Fiction Series
His card read “Arthur Bletchley, Curator,” with the British Museum’s seal emblazoned in the corner.
“Respectfully sir, after all this time, I don’t need your card anymore.” Jacob Malden said as he casually flicked the card into the fireplace.
“Ahh Jacob, in this mad world, decorum is everything,” Arthur said, tipping his pint cordially.
“We’ve drank together every Friday for ten years. The day only changes when you need something,” Malden sipped his ale, foam coalescing on his brown mustache. “Out with it.”
“I’ve had a job come down direct from Downing Street. Strictly off-the-books kind. Interested?”
Jacob’s lips curled.
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Author’s Note
Welcome to A Microdose of Fiction, a series of genre fiction micro-stories that offer you an exclusive glimpse into expansive worlds. Every week, new installments and stand-alone adventures, all under 101 words, will transport you to far-flung worlds.
Make sure to check out the most recent releases of the current series, The Final Expedition and the Twilight of Ares, which will be pinned to my profile (linked here), and prepare to embark on a journey of imagination in bite-sized portions. Stay tuned for more exciting adventures to come!
The next episode of The Final Expedition will drop on 6/9. Subscribe to get it delivered directly to your feed.
About the Creator
Matthew J. Fromm
Full-time nerd, history enthusiast, and proprietor of arcane knowledge.
Here there be dragons, knights, castles, and quests (plus the occasional dose of absurdity).
I can be reached at [email protected]
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