345 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre


    • by LovelyMay Chapter I begins within the verdant heart of Ptarth’s royal gardens, where Thuvia sat beneath the soft blossoms of a towering pimalia. Her stillness was deceiving, for inwardly she wrestled with the unwelcome persistence of Astok, Prince of Dusar. His declarations, wrapped in veiled arrogance and disregard for her will, only deepened her scorn. He misunderstood her civility as invitation, forgetting the restraint expected of Martian nobility. When his forwardness crossed the line, Carthoris of Helium…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 4 - A New Face begins with an innocent error that ripples into chaos. As Professor Maxon and von Horn hurry away from the workshop, they fail to notice the unlocked door, unintentionally granting freedom to their latest creation. Number Thirteen, having never experienced the world beyond stone and science, steps into the wild with fresh eyes and unfiltered wonder. The colors, sounds, and scent of the jungle bewilder and enchant him. He observes without fear, absorbing the chaos of nature as if it…
    • Section 1: Of the Nature of Flatland Cover
      by LovelyMay Section 1 introduces a world unlike ours—Flatland—a place confined entirely to two dimensions. The name is not used by its inhabitants, but it serves to help three-dimensional readers understand the limitations of life in such a plane. Imagine a sheet of paper where geometric shapes—Lines, Triangles, Squares, and more—move freely along the surface. They cannot rise above or sink below it. These figures aren’t drawn or imagined; they are living, thinking beings, each defined by their sides and…
    • CHAPTER XII — Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XII – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive unfolds in a climate of rising anticipation and unease as the long-awaited trial day for the Hercules 0001 draws near. Tension escalates when Ned Newton uncovers signs of sabotage—an attempt involving explosives meant to cripple the project. The immediate investigation led by Tom, Ned, and Barton Swift identifies the likely perpetrator: O’Malley, a known agent acting under orders to hinder the H. & P. A. railroad. The motive seems rooted less in…
    • 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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      Chapter VII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VII opens with Commander Gore leading a small group, including two officers from an ice-bound ship, across the difficult and unforgiving terrain of pack ice, navigating a treacherous 16-mile journey to reach Cape Felix. The harsh winter conditions have taken their toll, and the hunting efforts have been woefully inadequate, yielding only a modest amount of meat for the crew to share. Despite their best efforts, the animals hunted are few and far between, leaving the men with only scraps to sustain…
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      Chapter 25

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 25 begins with Mickey7 emerging from the tunnels of the creepers into a vast, wintry expanse. The landscape, both striking and harsh, is marked by knee-deep snow, demanding more oxygen than his rebreather can supply. As he trudges toward the safety of the dome, Mickey7 contemplates whether to alert the others to his presence, weighing the potential consequences of his return. The fragile dynamics within the group, especially with Marshall, are on his mind. He wonders if his actions will spark…
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      The Transfer

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist emerging from a simulation test, biting her lip hard enough to draw blood. Tori, the Dauntless administrator, questions whether she was aware of the simulation's artificial nature—a critical detail foreshadowed by the protagonist's father. Despite her internal conflict, she lies about her awareness, receiving a result confirming her alignment with Abnegation. The label feels suffocating, highlighting her dissatisfaction with the faction's restrictive values and her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Tris and Tobias (Four) walk hand in hand toward the Pit, their physical connection sparking newfound understanding for Tris about the intimacy of such gestures. Their conversation shifts to Tobias's fears, revealing he still faces the same four fears despite repeated simulations. Tris reassures him that caring about his life prevents true fearlessness, highlighting their emotional bond. The setting—a narrow path along the chasm—mirrors the precariousness of their growing relationship,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Thirty-Nine of *Allegiant*, Tris and her companions discuss the Bureau's plan to use a memory serum to reset the city's population. Matthew explains that the serum targets explicit memories like personal identities while sparing implicit skills like speaking or walking. The group debates the ethical implications, with Cara and Matthew delving into scientific details, while Tris and Tobias remain uneasy about the plan. The urgency escalates as they realize they must secure the serum from the…
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