Hidden Depths

The alien looked at him pityingly, which only added to the dread already rising in his stomach.
"I'm sorry you feel that way," the scientist apologized, "but I'm afraid there is nothing we can do. It has already been activated."

*I own nothing but the plot. All images used are not mine.*

I posted an extract to this earlier today, and I had quite a few requests to post it. As I already had the prologue written, I thought I'd post it in the meantime. I hope you enjoy 🥰