Twilight of Ares - Episode Seven
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Twilight of Ares - Episode Five
Twilight of Ares - Episode Six
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The Gray-skinned figure emerged from a darkened access point, filling Gunnarsson’s sights. His finger itched to pull the trigger, desiring nothing more than to dust another Gray.
“Wait!”
His gloved finger relaxed instinctively at the order. Red emergency lights flickered, and the details of the gray emergency vacuum suit emerged. The survivor couldn’t have been older than a child. Gunnarsson exhaled.
“Survivors flooding down from the compromised levels. 1st Martian Marine division is setting up a collection point,” Zhou said.
They beckoned to the battered survivors.
“Enemy pushing toward life support. Got calls for backup from all units. Let’s move.”
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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. I hope that these stories will provide entertainment while you sip your coffee and start your day on an adventurous note.
Make sure to check out the most recent releases of the current series, The Final Expedition and the Twilight of Ares, both of 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 Twilight of Ares will drop on 7/17. Subscribe to get it delivered directly to your feed.
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Great twist on this one, suspense well used!