Into The Outer Track (a Solarpunk Utopian novel by W. J. Manares) [COMPLETE]

Chapter 24 - Gonggong Guild

As UU floated just above the dwarf planet Gonggong, a mix of emotions overwhelmed him. There was a sense of loss, having been separated from the Survivors aboard the black space vehicle, SV Nyeusi. However, as he observed the distance growing between him and the fleet, UU began to comprehend the decision made by the Survivors. Casting him out for the greater good was a difficult but necessary choice.

UU: (floating through space, contemplating) Sacrificing myself for the greater good was a difficult choice, but it was necessary to ensure the survival of the fleet. Surviving is the ultimate goal, and sacrifices must be made. It depends on making decisions that prioritize the collective well-being. It's not easy, but it's necessary to ensure a future for humanity. (looking towards Gonggong, in awe) Here I am, floating towards Gonggong. It's breathtaking to think of the lush landscapes and vibrant communities that await me. Gonggong represents the hope and potential of a sustainable future. I'll embrace the beauty that lies ahead, and let it fuel my determination to create a better world. Gonggong is a symbol of rebirth and possibility. I will use this opportunity to not only survive but to thrive. I will make the most of this second chance. Gonggong will be more than just a haven; it will be a shining example of what the Reanimated Survivors can achieve when we embrace the power of the sun and work together towards a brighter future. We'll embrace the beauty of Gonggong, for it is a reflection of the beauty within all the reanimated survivors. With the help of my fellow Reanimated Survivors, we'll show the worlds what we can achieve together!

After drifting through the Outer Track, UU found himself landing on Gonggong. To his surprise, he was greeted by his fellow Reanimated Survivors who had been thrown away from the four space vehicles and now surviving in the dwarf planet.

RS33: (moaning and groaning, shuffling towards UU as he lands on Gonggong's surface) U-re... *groan* Wel-come... Gong-gong... *moan*

UU: (emitting low guttural sounds, raising his arms in acknowledgement) *growl* Thanks... all... R... S... *grunt* Good... here...

RS34: *groan* Good... here... *snarl* Join... us... *moan*

UU: *grunt* Join... Hon-or-ed... *growl* To-ge-ther... cre-ate... *groan* fu-ture...

RS35: *snarl* To-ge-ther... cre-ate... fu-ture... *groan* Gong-gong... *moan* *grunt* Work... to-geth-er...

UU: *growl* Work... to-geth-er... *grunt* Gong-gong... hope... *groan*

RS36: *snarl* Gong-gong... hope... *groan* *moan* Re-gene-ration... *snarl* Ag-ri-cul-ture... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Re-gen-er-a-tion... *growl* Ag-ri-cul-ture... *groan* So-lar... en-er-gy... *grunt* Coo-ex-ist...

RS37: *snarl* So-lar... en-er-gy... *groan* Coo-ex-ist... *moan* Respect... *snarl* *grunt*

UU: *growl* Re-spect... *groan* *grunt* Sus-tain-able... so-ci-e-ty... *moan* Pos-si-ble...

RS38: *snarl* Sus-tain-able... so-ci-e-ty... *groan* *moan* Pos-si-ble... *grunt* Fu-ture... worth... liv-ing...

UU: *growl* Fu-ture... worth... liv-ing... *grunt* *groan* Brigh-ter... fu-ture... *snarl* Gong-gong...

RS39: *snarl* Brigh-ter... fu-ture... *groan* *moan* Gong-gong... *grunt* To-geth-er... strong... *snarl* *growl*

UU: *growl* To-geth-er... strong... *grunt* *groan* Gong-gong... strong... *moan* *snarl*

RS40: *snarl* Gong-gong... strong... *groan* *moan* Gong-gong... *grunt* *snarl* *growl*

UU: *growl* Gong-gong... *grunt* *snarl* *groan* On-ward... build... fu-ture... *moan* *grunt*

RS41: *snarl* On-ward... build... fu-ture... *groan* *moan* Gong-gong... *grunt* *growl*

UU: *growl* Gong-gong... *grunt* *groan* To-geth-er... strong... *moan* *snarl*

RS42: *snarl* To-geth-er... strong... *groan* *moan* Gong-gong...

The Reanimated Survivors saw UU's arrival as a sign, a symbol of hope and resilience. They recognized his unique experience and the strength he had displayed in surviving the hardships deep down the dark septic tank of a space vehicle. UU's ability to adapt and overcome resonated deeply with the Reanimated Survivors, who believed that he possessed the qualities necessary to lead them towards a brighter future and found the Gonggong Guild.

RS43: *groan* U-re... lead... us? *moan*

UU: *grunt* Lead... R...S? *growl*

RS44: *snarl* Ure... strong... wise... *groan* Lead... Gong-gong... *moan*

UU: *grunt* Feel... hon-or-ed... *growl* Lead... R... S... *groan*

RS45: *snarl* Ure... guide... us... *moan* Pro-tect... us... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Guide... R... S... *growl* Pro-tect... R... S... *groan*

RS46: *snarl* U-re... un-der-stand... *moan* Gong-gong... needs... lead-er... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Un-der-stand... *growl* Gong-gong... needs... strong... lead-er... *groan*

RS47: *snarl* U-re... lead... with... strength... *moan* U-ni-ty... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Lead... with... strength... *growl* U-ni-ty... *groan*

RS48: *snarl* U-re... un-der-stand... R... S... *moan* U-re... show... way... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Un-der-stand... R... S... *growl* Show... way... *groan*

RS49: *snarl* U-re... wise... like... el-der... *moan* U-re... lead... Gong-gong... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Wise... like... el-der... *growl* Lead... Gong-gong... *groan*

RS50: *snarl* U-re... bring... hope... to... Gong-gong... *moan* U-re... our... lead-er... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Bring... hope... to... Gong-gong... *growl* Your... lead-er... *groan*

RS51: *snarl* U-re... Gong-gong... lead-er... *moan* To-geth-er... we... thrive... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Gong-gong... lead-er... *growl* To-geth-er... we... thrive... *groan*

RS52: *snarl* U-re... Gong-gong... Guild... *moan* Strong... fu-ture... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Gong-gong... Guild... *growl* Strong... fu-ture... *groan*

RS53: *snarl* U-re... Gong-gong... Guild... lead-er... *moan* *groan* To-geth-er... Gong-gong... thrive... *groan*

UU: *grunt* Gong-gong... Guild... lead-er... *growl* *groan* To-geth-er... Gong-gong... thrive... *moan*

The Reanimated Survivors bowed down to UU, hailing him as their new leader of the Gonggong Guild, not just because of his survival skills, but also because of his empathy and compassion. UU understood the struggles of his fellow Reanimated Survivors, having experienced the harsh realities of a dying world firsthand. He was driven by a deep desire to create a sustainable and equitable society. UU's leadership was seen as a source of hope, guiding his kind towards a future where necromancy and science coexisted harmoniously.

With UU at the helm, the Reanimated Survivors worked tirelessly, harnessing solar energy and implementing sustainable practices to build a thriving community. They embraced creativity, innovation, and cooperation, nurturing a society that valued both individuality and communal well-being. UU's leadership style fostered a sense of unity and collaboration, empowering each reanimated survivor to contribute their unique skills and ideas towards the collective goal of creating a great Gonggong.

As time passed, UU came to understand that his eviction from the black space vehicle to Gonggong was not just a personal struggle but a transformative experience. He realized that his arrival had brought together a community that shared a common vision of a better future. UU's resilience, empathy, and ability to inspire others had earned him the immediate respect and trust of the Reanimated Survivors, cementing his role as the leader of the Gonggong Guild in their pursuit of a sustainable and harmonious existence.

UU: (muttering to himself) Grate-ful... *groan* Show... gra-ti-tude... *moan* O-O... S... S... *groan* Thank... you... *moan* For... Gong-gong... *moan* (reflecting) Bad... at-ti-tude... *groan* Sorry... *moan* Should... ap-pre-ci-ate... *groan* S... S... *moan* (grateful) R... S... Gong-gong... *groan* Thank... you... *moan* For... trust... *groan* Lead-er... *moan* (determined) Change... *groan* Show... grat-i-tude... *moan* Lead... with... strength... *groan* U-ni-ty... *moan* Thank... you... O... O... S... S... *groan* R... S... Gong-gong... *moan* Lead... with... pride... *groan* Gong-gong... Guild... thrive... *moan*