238 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre


    • Chapter XI — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XI begins in the grim interior of the Mahars’ domain, where the protagonist finds himself dragged before the ruling class for questioning. These creatures, cold-blooded and intellectually dominant, refuse to believe his claims about the surface world. They view him as a liar or lunatic and dismiss his story as a deliberate offense. As punishment, he is sentenced to vivisection—a gruesome fate designed not only to dissect his body but to break his spirit. Among other captives, he is chained and…
    • Chapter X — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X opens with a striking reunion between the weary protagonist and his steadfast ally, Ja. After enduring perilous days navigating the hostile terrains of Pellucidar, the sight of Ja brings a much-needed sense of relief. The protagonist, though bruised and exhausted, quickly recounts his experiences—fleeing wild beasts, evading primitive tribes, and surviving nature’s many trials. Ja listens intently, both awed and concerned, and recounts how he had been tracking his friend ever since they were…
    • Chapter IX — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IX begins with the narrator trudging wearily through dense undergrowth, driven by a single thought—to reach the sea. Each step through the thick vines and strange vegetation brings back the ache of failure from his previous escape attempt. The sight of a half-hidden canoe resting silently along the riverbank offers a renewed sense of purpose. He seizes it without hesitation, driven not by freedom but by the hope of reuniting with Perry and Ghak. Despite the uncertainty ahead, the lure of…
    • Chapter VIII — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII opens with the protagonist grappling with both survival and a new encounter that could shift his fate. After a deadly clash with a reptilian predator, he unexpectedly meets Ja, a native of Pellucidar’s island tribes. Their initial mistrust fades as they slowly piece together a shared language, using gestures and basic words to build communication. Ja, curious but cautious, shares stories of his people—the Mezops—who live in treetop dwellings and practice a delicate balance between fear…
    • Chapter VII — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VII opens with a rush of possibility. The protagonist, having narrowly escaped his captors and the monstrous creatures of Pellucidar, pushes into unfamiliar territory beyond the walls of Phutra. A long corridor leads him upward, finally emerging into the open expanse of a wild, alien land bathed in perpetual daylight. The silence is unfamiliar, but strangely comforting. He breathes in the clean air, his senses overwhelmed by the rich, primal world around him. Trees that stretch impossibly tall cast…
    • Chapter VI — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VI begins with rising dread. The captives, including the narrator, are marched from their quarters under the tight watch of Sagoths. There is no sky to mark time—only a ceaseless light, making escape nearly impossible. They are surrounded by talk of brutal consequences for escape attempts. Whispers among the slaves turn the march into something far more ominous. The guards seem more agitated, rougher than usual. When Dian is mentioned, a bolt of fear courses through the narrator. The possibility…
    • Chapter V — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter V introduces a stark shift in the journey, as the protagonist and Perry find themselves within the oppressive heart of Phutra. Their new reality as captives under the Mahars—a terrifying reptilian race—unfolds with both awe and dread. These beings, far removed from humanity, rule with intelligence and an eerie sense of order. Lacking speech and hearing, they use intricate gestures to communicate and maintain a seemingly emotionless authority over their human slaves. The protagonist observes…
    • Chapter IV — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IV opens with the protagonist enduring a harsh march through unfamiliar terrain, chained and surrounded by fellow captives. What begins as a desolate journey turns unexpectedly profound when he is chained beside a striking young woman from Amoz, named Dian. Her presence stirs curiosity and compassion in him, though conversation is initially limited. With every step, the land shifts from bare plains to granite-carved cliffs, nature’s grandeur contrasting the grim reality of their imprisonment.…
    • Chapter III — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter III begins with the narrator being dragged through a shadowy, tangled forest by a creature he cannot fully see or understand. The air is heavy, the silence often broken by strange animal cries, creating an atmosphere of unease. Eventually, the dense foliage opens up to reveal a village unlike anything imaginable—a series of huts woven into the canopy, suspended high above the forest floor. Rope bridges connect each dwelling, and curious creatures with semi-human features swing from branch to…
    • Chapter II — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II begins with David Innes waking to a world he cannot recognize, a place that defies every expectation he had of the Earth’s interior. Instead of suffocating darkness or unbearable heat, he finds himself surrounded by a surprisingly hospitable environment. The atmosphere is breathable, the gravity feels lighter, and the sheer scale of everything—from the vegetation to the silence—creates an almost dreamlike effect. At first, fear grips him, especially when he cannot immediately locate Perry.…
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