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LifeNet: The Price of Immortality
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ZOE HALE
Ongoing
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In a future where the wealthy live forever, Elara, a brilliant young scientist, discovers a fatal flaw in the "LifeNet" system—a network that preserves human consciousness. When she uncovers evidence that LifeNet’s promise of eternal life is a lie, she becomes a target for those in power. Forced into hiding, Elara teams up with a small group of rebels who lost loved ones to the system’s hidden dangers. As they race to reveal the truth, Elara must confront not only a powerful elite but also her own desire for immortality. Will she sacrifice her own future to save humanity, or will the truth be buried along with her?
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Chapter 1: Shadows Beneath the Neon Lights
The city shimmered, a labyrinth of lights and steel stretching as far as the eye could see. Towers reached into the sky, their tops wrapped in a foggy glow that softened the stark edges. Elara stood at the edge of an overlook, taking it all in, the distant hum of air trams slicing through the neon sky.“It’s beautiful, isn’t it?” a voice broke her thoughts.She turned to see her friend, Nyx, leaning against the railing, a faint smirk on his face.“It’s a distraction,” she replied. “It’s all meant to make people think this is paradise. Look at it—so perfect, so clean. And yet…”“And yet?” Nyx raised an eyebrow, amused.“And yet… it’s all just a shiny surface. Like wrapping a gift with nothing inside.” She shook her head, looking back at the city with narrowed eyes. “LifeNet built all of this. It’s their kingdom.”Nyx chuckled, low and knowing. “LifeNet is a gift, Elara. You’re talking like one of those protestors. Do you really think everyone’s just lying to us?”Elara turned to him, he
LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 10 - An Unsettling Conversation
“Kira, I’m serious. You need to hear this,” Elara said, leaning closer, her voice barely above a whisper.They were sitting in their favorite cafe, tucked into a quiet booth at the back. The hum of people around them provided a comforting layer of noise, but Elara’s words still felt dangerously loud to her.Kira sipped her coffee, raising an eyebrow. “Elara, you’ve been intense about this LifeNet stuff lately. What’s going on?”“It’s more than just LifeNet,” Elara replied, gripping her cup tightly. “I’m starting to think it’s… much bigger than we realized. I mean, have you ever felt like LifeNet is always there, even when you don’t want it to be?”Kira chuckled lightly, brushing it off. “Oh, come on, Elara. LifeNet is a social platform, not some shadowy figure lurking in the background. It’s just there when we want it, like any other app.”“No, Kira, it’s not,” Elara insisted. “I mean, really think about it. All of our data, all of our thoughts, our interactions—it’s all there, record
Last Updated : 2024-12-08LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 9 - Disturbing Evidence
“Hi there! I’ve been having some trouble with my device lately,” Elara said, smiling a bit nervously as she approached the front desk of the LifeNet service center. “It keeps freezing, and then sometimes it… just kind of restarts out of nowhere?”The technician behind the counter looked at her with polite indifference. He was young, probably a few years younger than her, with a quick, routine smile. “Sure, let’s take a look. Could be a software glitch. We’ll need to run a few diagnostics, but it should be quick.”“Thanks,” Elara replied, sliding her device across the counter. She glanced around, subtly taking in her surroundings. The room was bright, sterile, and slightly claustrophobic, with rows of service pods lining one side of the room, each with a technician working away in front of a glowing screen.The technician looked at her device, then at his screen, typing rapidly. “Looks like the OS is current. Have you had any trouble connecting to LifeNet lately?”“No, it connects just
Last Updated : 2024-12-08LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 8: A Strange Encounter
“Are you really going to do this?” Nyx’s voice crackled softly over the line.Elara looked at herself in the mirror, her reflection calm but her eyes betraying a simmering determination. She adjusted her collar, trying to shake off the nervous energy.“Yes,” she replied. “If there’s anyone who might know about the glitches, it’ll be someone inside LifeNet. I need to get close enough to one of the technicians to ask the right questions.”Nyx sighed on the other end. “Just be careful, alright? Don’t go mentioning anything too specific. These people are… well, let’s just say they’re experts at keeping secrets.”Elara forced a small smile. “Relax, Nyx. I know what I’m doing. It’ll just be small talk.”“If you say so,” he replied, though she could hear the concern in his voice. “Let me know if you need anything. I’m just a message away.”Elara ended the call, taking a deep breath before stepping out into the bustling city evening. The event she was headed to was held at a sleek, minimalist
Last Updated : 2024-11-12LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 7: Seeking Answers
“Elara, are you still up?”Nyx’s message popped onto her screen, startling her out of her thoughts. She’d been staring at her terminal for what felt like ages, trying to make sense of the odd encounters from the past few days.She sighed, typing back quickly, “Yeah, still up. Been thinking about all this… whatever this is. It’s too much.”A few seconds later, his response flashed back. “I get it. Just… don’t dive too deep alone, okay?”She smiled to herself, finding comfort in his words. “I’ll be fine. I’m just… looking through some of my mom’s old journals. Hoping there’s something here.”“Your mom’s journals?” he replied, adding a thoughtful pause. “Do you think she knew something back then?”Elara stared at the message, her thoughts swirling. “Honestly, I don’t know. But I can’t shake the feeling that she might’ve had some idea about LifeNet’s real agenda.”Nyx sent back a simple, “Good luck,” and then signed off, leaving her alone with the journal that lay open on her desk.Elara t
Last Updated : 2024-11-12LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 6: A Glitch in the Routine
“Elara, did you hear me?”The voice jolted her from her thoughts. She looked up to see Kira standing by her desk, giving her a strange look.“Oh, sorry. Got lost in my head for a second. What were you saying?” Elara replied, shaking herself out of the daze.Kira rolled her eyes, smirking. “I was asking if you wanted to grab a coffee break. You’ve been at it for hours.”Elara nodded, getting up from her chair. “Yeah, coffee sounds good.”They made their way to the break room, and Elara tried to brush off the lingering unease from last night’s warning message. But the words kept creeping back, “You won’t receive another notice.”“So, what’s up with you today?” Kira asked, pouring herself a coffee. “You look like you saw a ghost.”Elara forced a laugh, shaking her head. “Didn’t sleep well, that’s all.” She busied herself with her cup, trying to keep her face neutral.“Join the club,” Kira said with a chuckle. “Liam’s been ranting about his dog’s birthday for, like, the fifth time this wee
Last Updated : 2024-11-12LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 5: The Warning
Chapter 5. The Warning"Alright, Elara, time to call it a night," she muttered to herself, rubbing her temples and leaning back in her chair. The screen in front of her was filled with files, data logs, and cryptic notes she’d gathered on LifeNet.Hours had slipped by in a blur, her focus so sharp she’d barely registered the passing time. Each new detail she uncovered only seemed to raise more questions, making the mystery feel like a black hole, pulling her deeper with every moment.Her thoughts were interrupted by a soft chime on her terminal, a single ping that echoed in the quiet room. Elara frowned. The message wasn’t from any of her usual contacts, nor from the encrypted channels she sometimes used for research. It was just a blank notification with a blinking icon on her screen.“Huh… That’s strange,” she mumbled, hesitating before clicking on it.The screen flickered once, then the message loaded:“Stay out of this. Your life depends on it.”Elara felt a chill creep down her sp
Last Updated : 2024-11-12LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 4: The First Glitch
"Elara! Elara, wait up!"Turning around, Elara saw Ben jogging toward her, waving his hand. She paused, watching him as he caught up, his face flushed with excitement.“Hey, Ben. What's got you all fired up?” she asked, arching an eyebrow.“You won’t believe what I just saw!” he said breathlessly. “It was weird, like, really weird.”She smirked. “You say that about every new gadget you buy. What is it this time? Some new LifeNet upgrade?”Ben shook his head, his eyes wide. “No, not exactly. It’s about Emory.”Elara’s smirk faded. Emory was one of Ben’s oldest friends, a regular LifeNet user who had always been vocal about its benefits. She’d seen him just last week, and he’d looked as chipper as ever, singing LifeNet’s praises without hesitation.“What about him?” she asked, her voice careful.Ben hesitated, glancing around. “Can we… talk somewhere a little quieter? This feels too weird to say out loud.”Elara felt a shiver of curiosity as they stepped into a small, quiet café nearby.
Last Updated : 2024-11-12LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 3: A Haunting Memory
“Elara… you there?”Nyx’s voice pulled her from her thoughts. She looked up, finding him leaning against her apartment door, arms crossed and looking at her with that familiar mix of curiosity and concern.“Sorry, I… was just thinking.” She gestured for him to come inside, her voice sounding distant even to her own ears.He stepped in, glancing around at the dim, cluttered apartment. Elara’s place was modest, filled with little pieces of her life, but there was one spot that always drew her gaze. On the corner of a bookshelf, half-hidden by other books, sat an old, faded notebook. It was one of the few things she had left of her mother.“Still with me?” Nyx’s voice jolted her out of her thoughts again.“Yeah, yeah. Sorry.” She took a breath, feeling like she was coming back to the present.Nyx tilted his head, watching her closely. “You sure? You’ve been a little… distracted lately. What’s going on?”She hesitated, running her fingers along the edge of the notebook on the shelf. “Do yo
Last Updated : 2024-11-12LifeNet: The Price of Immortality Chapter 2. The Allure of LifeNet
Elara scanned the crowded hall, trying to keep her composure among the flashing lights and low hum of soft music. The LifeNet gala was in full swing, the air alive with chatter and laughter as people moved in swirling clusters, dressed in their most glamorous attire. It was a celebration of LifeNet’s “pioneering advancements in human consciousness,” or so the invitation had claimed. She’d been lucky to get one, despite her lack of any real connections to the elite.“Enjoying yourself?” A warm voice broke her thoughts. She turned to see a woman in a long emerald dress, smiling with perfect, practiced elegance.“Oh, yes… it’s quite impressive,” Elara replied, not fully meeting the woman’s gaze.The woman laughed softly. “Quite impressive? Honey, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I mean, look at it! LifeNet has given us a new kind of life.” She gestured around the hall, her arm sweeping past the gleaming displays and glass walls overlooking the city. “And now we’re the chosen few.
Last Updated : 2024-11-15
