THE HIVE

Chapter 11

I'm in a state of denial. What happened earlier was so out of the world (literally), that I still can't fathom what I saw there. It's most likely why I don't remember the two times I dreamt of that place. Only entering that realm can I unlock those dreams that were so bizarre. But since I am conscious now, what happened really happened. I am certain of that. Those weren't dreams I had before. They were visions.

Somehow my consciousness travelled far beyond the cosmic barrier. Ugh, this hurts my brain.

Looking on ahead, at least the scenery is calming. Walking is tough, though. Maybe because I am not used to feeling like this, I didn't notice it right away. But if I'm not wrong, the gravity is slightly higher than back on Earth. It's really a minute difference so it's not immediately noticeable.

Maybe you should consider putting on some bulk then.

Not a bad idea. But it begs to see if they have gyms over here. I think they'd have some. That would be an useful enhancement session to have.

I arrive at the facility. It's a plain metallic building, a bit slanted, something resembling glass all throughout it's exterior. It even has vents.

As I approach the sliding doors, it should open right away. But it doesn't.

Am I not allowed in?

I look at my black hand, squelching with foreign life.

I aim it at the door, hoping to blast it or something- but, nothing so serious is required.

The door opens.

Huh? Interesting. It didn't allow me but it allows space buddy here?

Looks like I'm the VIP! He he he.

"Yeah whatever. Suit yourself."

It's strange but I feel like the place stirred. That's unsettling. Upon entering, the place is dark. It's late in the afternoon now (has been since I came here for that matter), but there's enough light outside. Then why is this place so dark? There was even glass-like-

"No way, they are mirrors?"

I survey the glass bricks from the inside. They let little light get in. Most is reflected out. They are one way mirrors.

I raise my eyebrows and curl my lips. Impressive. Not the mirror part, but the fact that I could figure it all out with my big brain. I smile ear to ear and carry on deeper inside.

But it's too dark. I need some light source.

Can't you give me infra-red vision or something?

Nope. Can't give you something your body doesn't have. That's out of my league.

Makes sense. I'd need something else to substitute for that then.

Let's see what can I use. They don't have flashlights do they.

Something falls. I hear a crash.

I jump and scream. "What was that!"

Come on now. Don't scare me like that!

What, I didn't do anything!

Not you, idiot.

There's something in here. Besides the both of us. I cautiously look around. It's dead quiet again.

Maybe you should just run.

...

You know what? I know just the thing.

A new mission is on.

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Well whoever thought of this first was a genius. And since I know nobody who did this before me, I am the genius! Wohoo! Kudos to me! I boost my self confidence up as I proceed outside the door.