Thriller
The Search For Andromeda
Epilogue: The Edge of Darkness Months had passed since the day Elara and her team had contained The Devourer. The lab, once a beacon of scientific advancement, had become a high-security facility under constant surveillance. Defense ships hovered in orbit, their presence a stark reminder of the threat that lurked within the singularity core.
By Emmanuel Oyewaleabout a year ago in Chapters
The Search For Andromeda
Chapter Five: The Last Stand The lab was a hive of activity, a cacophony of alarms, data streams, and the hum of high-powered machinery. Elara stood at the center of it all, her gaze fixed on the holographic display that dominated the room. The ripple—the entity, The Devourer—was still approaching, though its speed had been slightly diminished by the EMP pulse. The delay was a temporary reprieve, but it had bought them precious time.
By Emmanuel Oyewaleabout a year ago in Chapters
This Isn't Spring Break Anymore
Zoie awakens from her feverish dream, pouncing up in her parents bed, the sheets ruffle from her sudden motion. She darts around the room; her heart pounding, her breath exaggerated, her body sweating, and her head spinning as she reels in the information.
By Noah Lichtenbergabout a year ago in Chapters
The Search for Andromeda
Chapter Four: The Devourer's Call The lab’s lights dimmed as the energy surge reverberated through the systems, casting eerie shadows across the room. Elara’s heart pounded in her chest, the cold presence she had sensed now growing stronger, more defined. The ripple in the data was no longer just a glitch—it was a harbinger, a sign that something immense and malevolent was on the move.
By Emmanuel Oyewaleabout a year ago in Chapters
The Search for Andromeda
Chapter Three: The Awakening Storm The glow of the singularity faded from the screen, but the pulse of its energy remained in Elara's mind. She could feel it—a constant hum, a reminder of the knowledge now embedded in her consciousness. As she moved through the lab, the weight of her decision settled over her like a shroud.
By Emmanuel Oyewaleabout a year ago in Chapters
The Search for Andromeda
Chapter Two: The Dawn of the Unknown Elara stood frozen before the being of light and darkness, her mind a whirl of questions and fears. The landscape around her seemed to pulse with the same rhythm as the singularity she had just encountered, as if this world itself was alive, breathing in tandem with the ancient knowledge she had unlocked.
By Emmanuel Oyewaleabout a year ago in Chapters
The Last Voyage
The sun dipped low over the horizon as the luxury yacht Elysian cut through the gentle waves of the Mediterranean. Onboard, a celebration was underway—a high-stakes gala for the wealthy elite, hosted by the enigmatic and charismatic billionaire, Victor Caldwell. The yacht was resplendent, with its polished decks, flowing silk drapes, and chandeliers twinkling like stars.
By Aashik Ismail2 years ago in Chapters
The Butterfly Effect :The Power of Small Actions
Understanding the Butterfly Effect: How Small Actions Shape the World Introduction to the Butterfly Effect The butterfly effect, a concept introduced by American meteorologist and mathematician Edward Norton Lorenz in the 1960s, proposes that small changes in initial conditions can lead to vastly different outcomes in complex systems. Lorenz’s discovery stemmed from his work with weather simulations, where a tiny alteration in input variables, such as wind speed or temperature, led to dramatically different weather forecasts over the next two months. This principle suggests that even the most minor events can have far-reaching consequences.
By Adebayo Mahmud2 years ago in Chapters
The War of the Americas - Chapter V
Author's preface: Previous chapters can be found at the links. Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4 "Where is Mrs. Platt?" The Seal again barked at Dom. Dom's mind reeled as he sought to provide an answer that would satisfy. He knew that if he told the soldier his wife was still in the house he would insist on a rescue attempt, and very likely would succeed. Dom was sorely tempted to do just that as it would result in what he very much wanted, Sylvia with him as they fled Mexico. However, she had told him she wanted to stay, that she needed to stay. He knew in his heart that she might never forgive him if he did not give her that chance. And, he knew, that ultimately she was right. She could do much more good for the war effort from behind enemy lines then with him safe in America. Having made up his mind he replied "She's dead." The Seals eyes widened "What? Are you sure? Are you one hundred percent certain?" The tears still in his eyes over the death of his two beloved dogs likely helped him sell the lie as he replied "Yes, I am certain. All she was doing was trying to stop the dog. She made a move to block him, and the Mexican soldiers just opened fire. She was shot multiple times. In the head and the body. No one could have survived. She is dead. Let's go." The seal radioed to his team that he and Dr. Platt were on the way out, back to the RIB. He instructed them to provide covering fire if needed and prepare for immediate departure. They both turned and raced down the long winding stairs to the beach as quickly as they were able. They faced no resistance and quickly reached the bottom, where sat the waiting RIB along with the four other SEALs that made up the extraction team. Dom had never even seen them until they were almost on top of them. Their camo was expertly crafted to the environment and their movements so precise and practiced they appeared as if ghosts out of the sands of the beach. They had all embarked onto the small boat when the first gunshots rang out. The sands of the beach exploded all about and rained down on them as the boat raced away at full speed. They heard shouts and a few bullets that whipped by their heads much too close for comfort though fortunately none found their mark and they were out of range within moments. Dom worried about any Mexican patrol boats that might be launched to intercept them from the Coronados. He did not know that the SEALs had already closely reviewed intelligence data on the islands from US spy satellites and concluded their was no real threat. The few small boats the Mexicans kept there were not fast enough or well armed enough to threaten the SEALs especially with US close air support launched from San Diego or the many US Navy aircraft carriers in the region only minutes away if needed.
By Everyday Junglist2 years ago in Chapters
Bound by Darkness
Chapter 10: The Last Goodbye After a few days, there was no room for doubt to be, it was the end of the line. In the early hours of the morning, Vincent arrived at the community center only to see it had been vandalized. The walls were completely painted with graffiti, and the messages were clear: "Murderer," "You can’t hide," and "Your time is up." It made Vincent feel really cold and catch up everything in the sight of it. Someone made a shift of their personal hatred from him to the only safe place he had and it was his sanctuary, where he had felt secure until now.
By yousif haji2 years ago in Chapters
