207 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre
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Chapter 14
Chapter 14 begins with Mickey sitting in a dimly lit cafeteria, having a meal with his friend Berto. Despite the tension hanging in the air due to the presence of Security personnel, Berto attempts to lighten the mood by jokingly encouraging Mickey to enjoy the food. Berto, determined not to starve, orders rabbit meat, much to Mickey's surprise, but he insists on having enough to eat despite their difficult situation. Mickey, on the other hand, feels awkward and out of place as he is the subject of…-
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Chapter 13
Chapter 13 opens with the protagonist, disturbed by a vivid and unsettling dream, unable to return to sleep despite sharing a bed with Eight. His mind racing with anxious thoughts, he decides to leave the warmth of the bed and head to the cafeteria in search of solace through reading. As he walks through the cold, empty corridors, the silence around him only amplifies his sense of isolation. The corridors, void of life, mirror his inner emptiness, heightened by the gnawing hunger he feels due to their…-
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Chapter 12
Chapter 12 focuses on Mickey3, the third version of an individual who has suffered immense trauma from the loss of two previous bodies. The emotional burden of losing his original body is immense, with memories of the tragic event haunting him deeply. Initially, Mickey grapples with fear and a constant sense of impending disaster, as he waits for something else to go wrong. His existence becomes dominated by these fears, and each day feels like a struggle to find meaning in an overwhelming sense of loss.…-
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Chapter 11
Chapter 11 opens with Berto, the pilot, reflecting on the harrowing events that took place during a recent sortie, in which three members of the team lost their lives. His reaction, cold and detached, stands in stark contrast to Cat, who is visibly shaken and distressed by the tragic outcome. The tension in the cockpit is thick as Cat confronts Berto, accusing him of failing to warn them about the presence of the deadly creepers, which ultimately led to the devastating mission result. Berto, embarrassed…-
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Chapter 10
Chapter 10 begins with the protagonist thrust into a whirlwind of emotions after narrowly escaping a life-threatening situation. She races through the city, battling exhaustion and panic, only to find herself at the Ministry, where Simellia intercepts her with unexpected urgency. Their conversation takes a tragic turn when Simellia informs her that Arthur, someone deeply important in her life, has died. The revelation hits hard, and the protagonist's emotional defenses collapse, her grief and anxiety…-
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Chapter 10
Chapter 10 opens with the protagonist reflecting on her life aboard the Drakkar, particularly the role she plays as an Expendable. Though Jemma had prepared her for the inherent dangers of her position, nothing could have fully prepared her for the harsh reality of a mission that bordered on suicide. The responsibilities she carries, which involve risking her life for the mission’s success and the safety of the crew, are both a heavy burden and a point of personal conflict. Early in the journey, life on…-
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 begins with the narrator reflecting on an unexpected interview for a high-security position, one for which they feel completely unqualified. The interview is conducted by Adela, the Vice Secretary of "Expatriation," a position that immediately hints at the gravity and unusual nature of the role. Adela, with her eye patch and hay-like blond hair, abruptly inquires about the narrator’s Cambodian heritage, bringing up their mother’s experience as a refugee. This inquiry sparks a conversation…-
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Chapter 1
In Chapter 1 of 1984, Winston Smith steps into a grim and oppressive world on a cold April day in London, where the Party’s control over every aspect of life is omnipresent. The haunting slogan "BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU" is a constant reminder of the Party's surveillance, reinforcing its power over the citizens. As Winston makes his way through the dilapidated halls of Victory Mansions toward his flat, the deafening sounds of Party propaganda echo from the telescreen—a device designed not only to…-
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 delves into Winston's increasingly complex feelings as he interacts with a woman from the Fiction Department, whose dark hair catches his attention. As he steps out of his cubicle, Winston notices her arm in a sling, suggesting an injury that’s common in their department. When she stumbles and falls in front of him, Winston's natural instinct is to offer help, despite his underlying suspicion that she might be an enemy of the state. This fleeting interaction stirs a sense of connection in…-
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 of 1984 begins with Winston imprisoned in a bleak, high-ceilinged room within the Ministry of Love. The room is barren, with no windows and only minimal furnishings: a bench and a lavatory pan. The sterile and harsh environment adds to Winston’s isolation, as he sits in an artificially lit space, feeling the gnawing ache in his stomach from hunger. Since his arrest, he has been deprived of food, and his discomfort serves as a stark reminder of the Party’s control over his body. His…-
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