Chapter 53 – an Average Diner
Diner, Kanzen City
Korolev Crater, Mars
Thursday, May 7, 2076
14:53 EST GMT-5
We came across a small strip mall-like area. It looked beautiful; unlike the monoliths we've come across on Earth. The vibe was more of the time however, with robots and holograms in it. Of course, there were also people, those who got off work, and started their long weekend.
"Fancy place, guys." Aurora spoke up, not missing a chance to compliment the joint. "Makes me want to go fishing in the summer."
"Of course, not a bad idea." I added. "First off, we must decontaminate all bodies of water on Earth."
We then found a small table to have the three of us sit at. A hologram of a young woman then appeared, seemingly wearing an apron. It signaled to the robots to bring water and cups to us.
"Welcome to Jonathan's Bar! How may I help you today? Might I start you off with something to drink?" asked the hologram.
"Save the drinks for later, we'll eat first." I told the hologram.
"As you wish!" said the holographic woman.
We ate some of the appetizers, then got straight into eating our lunch, which consisted of sliders and boneless wings, marinated in honey barbecue sauce, and ranch dip on the side. After eating, we then got our drinks. Ranger and I both got Bud Light and Coors Lite, respectively. Welp, good to know they have American branded beers on Mars. Aurora, who suspected she may become pregnant from that one-night stand, opted for water and root beer instead.
"Never thought I'd see the day; I'd ever eat at a restaurant bar on another planet." I said to my team.
"Guess that's what happens when you hibernate through forty-two years of your life." Ranger assured us. "Good news is, the weather in this domed city is much nicer, and the air is more breathable, unlike the atmosphere back on Earth."
"Funny you say that!" exclaimed Aurora. "I was researching how, the entire planet is collaborating with other science groups worldwide, back on Earth, to help restore the planet's wildlife, fauna and flora."
"I can hope they can bring American bald eagles back. Fuck even dinosaurs!" I said in a joyful mood. "Of course, not the carnivorous predator dinosaurs. The T-rex was better off in the Jurassic Park films."
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