Norah made her way towards her shelter, Troy catching up to her. "So, how was it?" he inquired.Confused, Norah asked, "How was what?" Troy smirked, "Being almost kidnapped by a power-hungry army tyrant." Norah, with a hint of amusement, replied, "With the Oppenheimer demonstration, we got - I found it interesting."Troy probed further, "So, you foresaw all of this, huh?"Norah confirmed, "Yes, I did, but you did too."Troy admitted, "Well, I had my assumptions - not as exact as it happened, but I had the general idea." As Norah attempted to leave, Troy grabbed her hand. "Wait," he said, releasing her hand quickly, apologizing, "Oops, sorry about that."Curious, Norah questioned, "What do you want, Troy?"Troy urged her, "You should be more honest with yourself, don't you think?" Norah, still skeptical, asked, "How so?" Troy boldly stated, "You finally met someone who understands you - completely. Admit it; you're thrilled." Norah, unfazed, retorted, "Dude, I literally have a tw
"So, down the great dragon was hurled, the original serpent, the one called Devil and Satan, who is misleading the entire inhabited earth; he was hurled down to the earth, and his angels were hurled down with him."-Revelation 12:9The world crumbled like ancient biblical prophecies foretold, and the remnants of humanity found themselves trapped in a relentless struggle for survival. [In a Car on the Road]"It was all so sudden. Just another day. None of us could have anticipated it happening, yet it did. They came and took everything away from us. They take. Yes, that's what they do. Destroy all that we cherish and hold dear," Norah's thoughts echoed as she leaned against the window, drowning herself in Beethoven's symphony."Sis - sis - sis," Noah's voice cut through the music."What do you want?" Norah replied in an unmotivated tone."You good?" Noah's gracious smile sought reassurance. Norah removed her headphones, "I was... till you decided to disturb my peaceful music.""You've
(IN THE PAST)[The Hallway At Area51]The demon's wings unfurled with a chilling sound, casting long shadows across the dimly lit hallway. Its eyes glowed a menacing crimson as it advanced, claws scraping against the metallic floor. The soldier's grip tightened on their weapons, adrenaline pulsing through their veins."Stay focused, hold your ground!" the commander barked, trying to rally the troops.The demon lunged, a blur of razor-sharp claws and horns. The soldiers reacted, gunfire echoing in the confined space. Bullets ricocheted off the demon's toughened hide, causing it to roar in fury. It swiped its massive clawed hand, sending soldiers crashing into walls. The blood spewed out of their bodies like water from a water balloon."Keep firing! Aim for its vulnerable spots!" yelled one soldier, trying to maintain composure amidst chaos.As the skirmish intensified, the demon's ferocity became evident. With each swing, it effortlessly swatted aside soldiers like rag dolls. Blood mixe
The phenomenon of demonization is far from ordinary. Amidst the countless attempts to mutate and transform, millions end in failure. These failures are remnants of shattered dreams and fragmented desires. The creatures that result are known as Nephilims. They are human forms, twisted and turned into a horrifying patchwork of flesh. Limbs elongate into appendages to form a fusion of grotesque features. Their behavior is hauntingly tragic, driven by a fractured sense of purpose. Aimlessly, they roam, seeking the remnants of their unfulfilled desires. Their movements are erratic, staggering towards the places they once longed for, drawn by an instinctual need to guard what they can no longer possess. Yet, despite their twisted appearances, a sense of humanity lingers. Haunting cries echo from their throats, remnants of the desires they once held dear. Their actions are fueled by a twisted understanding, attempting to protect their shattered desires, often resorting to pitiful attempts
Meredale was once a vibrant town bustling with life. Since the emergence of demonization it now lays in ruins, forgotten and abandoned. Buildings stood in disarray, their broken windows and crumbling walls a testament to the chaos that had engulfed the area. The streets were littered with debris, abandoned cars, and remnants of everyday life, discarded toys, torn posters, and scattered belongings.The remnants of the community were scattered like a puzzle of chaos. All that remained were broken buildings standing as haunting reminders of its past glory. Walls crumbling as the signs of destruction adorned the town's once-thriving structures. The streets echoed with a haunting silence, occasionally interrupted by the groans of collapsing buildings and the unsettling shuffle of the Nephilims wandering aimlessly.Noah and Norah navigated this desolate place cautiously, alert to every shadow and sound. "This town feels so lifeless," Norah whispered, her voice low with unease."It's a compl
Caught off guard by the sudden appearance of strangers and their guns aimed at them, Noah and Norah exchanged uneasy glances. These rough-looking individuals seemed weathered by the chaotic world they inhabited, their expressions hinting at suspicion."What do you want?" Norah asked, striving to maintain composure despite the creeping nerves.Stepping forward, the group's leader, a burly man with a grizzled beard and a hardened gaze exuded authority as he scrutinized Noah and Norah."We're not here to harm you, but you've stumbled into our territory," he stated firmly, his eyes fixed on the siblings. "You've killed one of our guards, and that's a problem.""Guards? What's this old man talking about? There weren't any humans when we got here. I don't have all the facts yet, but I have to play it safe or it's game over for us," thought Norah, swiftly assessing the situation."We didn't mean to intrude. We were just scavenging for supplies," Noah explained, attempting to ease the tension
The day had passed, and morning had arrived. The siblings had finally rested, something they had lacked for multiple days. Despite the promises of their newfound safehouse, Norah and Noah still harbored doubts."Did you get enough sleep?" asked Noah as he woke up and stretched his arms. The sun was shining bright outside their shelter, voices of people chattering, children playing, and footsteps echoing around."(Yawns) Yeah, I did, I guess. Though I suppose my body is still a bit tired," said Norah, still lying down on her sponge bed."We had to take turns sleeping, so it's understandable. It's better than just sleeping as if we're in our own houses. We still can't trust these people," said Noah."Keep your voice down. Do you really wanna mess this up for us?" Norah reprimanded Noah for his mistake."Sorry , I keep forgetting there could be eavesdroppers," said Noah."Nevermind. Let's clean this place and leave it as we found it. We'll go ask Emily what we can do to help," said Norah
The morning light seeped through the shelter's cracks, signaling the start of a new day within the settlement. Noah and Norah sat facing each other, discussing their situation in hushed tones."I think we need roles here, something that'll ease the tension they have towards us," Norah suggested, contemplating their predicament.Noah nodded in agreement. "Yeah, we should show them we're here to contribute, not just take shelter.""I reckon we should start by talking to Emily. She's easier to approach than the others," Norah suggested, noticing the unease in Noah's eyes.When they arrived at Emily's designated area, she greeted them warmly. "Hey there, how're you both finding your stay here?" Emily asked, concern evident in her voice."Morning, Emily. We're getting used to it, I guess," Norah replied with a faint smile.Noah chimed in, "Yeah, it's alright. Thanks for asking.""How about you, Emily? How's everything been?" Norah asked, shifting the focus away from themselves."It's been