Freedom

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Freedom.

I laughed bitterly as the mythical word echoed in my mind.

I'd been a prisoner on planet Dun'elon for seven years and the memories of my life on earth had long faded. All but my fiancé, Tyler's last words to me.

I love you.

"Astrid!" My eyes snapped open on hearing Tyler's voice.

"Tyler!" I cried as he helped me out of the cell.

"You're safe now." He held me close, leading me out of the dungeon and into the Spaceship. "You're free, baby!"

I sobbed, frustrated as my eyes snapped open.

It was all a dream.

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