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The Day I Remembered The Future

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Day I Remembered The Future begins with an atmosphere charged with tension and uncertainty, as the protagonist is abruptly roused from sleep by the sound of hurried footsteps and clamor. These unsettling noises mark the beginning of a significant event that shifts the mood aboard the ship. The protagonist soon learns that, against all odds, some of the twelve individuals previously presumed dead are, in fact, still alive. This shocking revelation is delivered as Ivar, providing a simple morning rusk,…
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The Twelve

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Twelve are locked away in the Shambles, and the protagonist, still reeling from a prolonged illness, finds themselves deeply concerned for Kellan and the others. After enduring a long period of sickness, with Ivar providing much-needed care, the protagonist is finally able to return to the paint crew. However, the return only unveils the grim reality of the twelve prisoners, who are in desperate states of physical and mental decay. Seeing them in their cells, visibly broken and suffering, the…
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Acknowledgments

by testsuphomeAdmin — Acknowledgments is a heartfelt chapter in which the author expresses profound gratitude for the numerous individuals and organizations who played an integral role in bringing their work to fruition. The journey to publication is rarely a solo endeavor, and the author begins by recognizing Grove Atlantic, the publisher, as an incredibly fortunate partnership. They note the great privilege of being able to work with such a supportive and dedicated publisher. Special thanks are given to Morgan Entrekin, who…
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A bold round face and a curving tail

by testsuphomeAdmin — A bold round face and a curving tail marked the ship "Flower" as it sailed away from a past filled with danger and uncertainty. The characters onboard sought a new beginning, hoping to leave behind the threats that haunted them. As they navigated around the eastern tip of the island, the ship’s massive silhouette loomed against the darkening sky, suggesting a history deeply tied to the landscape. With the mainsail damaged, the crew relied on the jib and Burke’s unexpectedly skilled hand at the wheel,…
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Perihelion

by testsuphomeAdmin — Perihelion marked a pivotal moment in the story, where the characters grappled with profound personal loss while seeking new horizons. Sol, devastated by the recent death of Papa Griff, found herself emotionally shaken but chose to conceal her sorrow from others. Her grief was channeled into a vehement hatred of the lake, the very body of water that had claimed the lives of her two uncles and now, tragically, Griff. This intense animosity became a symbol of the unresolved grief that haunted her, making the…
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