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Humanity’s Dying Ember

When the human race is on the brink of extinction, can a cat save humanity’s future or perish under the cruel indifference of the universe? Let's find out!

RoyalJest · Sci-fi
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1 Chs

Chapter 1 - Tragedy

The deafening wail of crimson sirens reverberates throughout the metal corridors of the ship, their urgent cry slicing through the air. Panic surges like an electric current, coursing through the veins of every crew member, as wide-eyed individuals scatter in a frenzy, their movements mirroring the chaos of their thoughts. Desperation hangs in the air, thick and palpable, like a heavy shroud that wraps itself around the hearts of those onboard.

Amidst the turmoil, a scene unfolds that stands in stark contrast to the surrounding pandemonium. A lone figure, dressed in the attire of a scientist, finds himself momentarily frozen in the midst of the turmoil. His eyes, wide with a mixture of fear and determination, dart around as if seeking an escape from the impending catastrophe. It's then that an unexpected visitor, a small and nimble cat, darts out from a hidden nook and weaves its way through the sea of panicked humanity.

With graceful and deliberate movements, the feline creature sidles up to the scientist, its fur brushing gently against his leg. For a brief instant, time seems to slow, the frantic commotion fading into the background as the scientist's attention is drawn to this creature of tranquility in the midst of turmoil. As if aware of the man's inner turmoil, the cat purrs softly, a soothing melody that cuts through the symphony of fear.

The scientist's hand hesitates, then extends, his fingers tracing a delicate path along the cat's back. The touch, a reassurance in the midst of uncertainty, offered a momentary reprieve from the looming specter of annihilation that hangs over their heads.

"Purr~"

The scientist picked the cat up, placing a strange device on her back.

"You'll save us. I know you can do it."

"Meow?"

The scientist's trembling hand reaches out, pressing a sequence of buttons on the complex device clutched in their palm. With a soft hum and a faint ripple in the air, a shimmering portal materializes behind the cat, an otherworldly maw eager to engulf its unsuspecting target. 

But the cat grabbed on the scientist's shirt, claws digging into fabric, a silent plea for safety. Despite the impending pull of the portal, the feline held on for dear life.

"Goodbye."

A tear fell down the scientist's eye as the cat got sucked into the portal, meowing sadly.

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