345 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre


    • by LovelyMay Chapter VIII plunges Thuvia into the core of Lothar’s delusion, alone in the company of Tario, the intangible Jeddak whose will shapes the world around him. With regal defiance, she declares her identity—not as a vision or fantasy, but as a daughter of Ptarth. Tario’s disbelief is clear; to him, all things are constructs of thought, and Thuvia's assertion of reality is both fascinating and threatening. He tries to bend her emotions with hypnotic force, weaving her senses into a web of momentary…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 8 - The Soul of Number 13 opens with the Ithaca battling a violent storm just as it escapes the quiet harbor that had housed it for months. Captain Bududreen and his crew struggle against the sea's fury, but their efforts are swallowed by crashing waves and howling wind. The ship is shattered on a jagged reef, its hull splintering under the force. Below deck, Virginia Maxon clings to her resolve, trapped by fear yet unwilling to surrender. Her belief that this storm may be her final moment adds a…
    • Section 3: Concerning the Inhabitants of Flatland Cover
      by LovelyMay Section 3 explores the social structure of Flatland through both its geometry and strict hierarchy. Buildings in populated areas must follow a legal standard that ensures safety by limiting sharp angles, with pentagonal forms being the lowest acceptable design. This reflects a broader cultural shift, where even architecture mirrors the drive toward symmetry and refinement. Only in remote, undeveloped regions might a square house still be found—an architectural relic seen more as a curiosity than a…
    • CHAPTER XIV — Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XIV – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive begins four months after Tom finalized his agreement with the Hendrickton & Pas Alos Railroad to bring electric innovation to their lines. During this time, development on the Hercules 0001 has progressed steadily, although security concerns have not diminished. Andy O'Malley, a known saboteur hired by Montagne Lewis, remains missing, prompting Tom to strengthen safeguards around his facility. Fences are reinforced, guards are posted, and electric…
    • CHAPTER VI — Trade and Barter are Unknown Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER VI - Trade and Barter are Unknown in Martian society, the concepts of trade and barter are non-existent. Instead, Martians follow a model of collective cooperation, where the production and distribution of goods serve the needs of the entire community rather than benefiting individual profit. This system allows for a more harmonious and equitable distribution of resources, where necessities such as food, clothing, and other essential items are provided based on the community's collective needs, not…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 6 opens with the protagonist returning home after the New Year and noticing a distinct shift in the atmosphere of the house. Graham occasionally flashes a vague, confused smile, which hints at the pressure he’s facing as he prepares to rejoin the Royal Navy. Both he and Cardingham are undergoing specialized training to craft effective identities and backstories, which leaves the protagonist unsettled by the Ministry's intense focus on their retraining. Meanwhile, other individuals in the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 23 delves into the tense mission of Mickey and Berto, navigating through a desolate and treacherous environment. The two face not only the harsh conditions of their surroundings but also the emotional weight of past actions and unresolved guilt. While hovering above a vast crevasse, Mickey confronts Berto about the fate of Six, a group member who was taken by the creepers. Initially, Berto had lied, but now he reveals the truth: rather than being eaten, Six was dissected by the creepers, leaving…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tris reliving a traumatic moment, closing her eyes to avoid witnessing a death before sprinting into a blue-lit room filled with photographs and documents. She recognizes faces of friends and family among the materials, realizing this is where Jeanine develops simulation serums. As her vision clears, she hears voices ahead—Tori confronting Jeanine about her brother's death. Tris hurries toward the confrontation, driven by urgency and the need to retrieve critical information from…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist reflecting on her journey through a familiar tunnel, contrasting her current confidence with her earlier uncertainty during the Choosing Ceremony. She recalls recent Erudite articles criticizing Abnegation, accusing them of hoarding resources and questioning their monopoly on government leadership. These articles unsettle her, but she finds solace in her Dauntless friends, who distract her with small joys like cake batter and card games. Despite these distractions,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tris and her companions stepping into a desolate world beyond their city, marked by abandoned infrastructure and eerie silence. The landscape is starkly divided, with crumbling buildings and overgrown vegetation contrasting with polished train tracks and strange advertisements. The group, including Tobias, Caleb, and others, moves cautiously along the tracks, observing remnants of a forgotten civilization. The atmosphere is tense and surreal as they encounter unfamiliar sights, such…
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