Looking for steady work? At Lisa's Pizza Co., you'll be part of a tight‑knit squad that takes on any gig-big or small-as long as there's pizza involved. Some days you'll be slinging dough and layering toppings; other days you'll handle outreach, logistics, or customer "relations" (we'll teach you how to keep a low profile). Sure, word on the street is we're not everyone's favorite delivery outfit-some folks even go as far as to, well, actively dislike us-but hey, that just means job security.
Our former manager, Lisa, is currently on an extended leave at a secured facility (don't ask), and we've been holding down the fort ever since. Rumor has it she left behind some pretty ambitious blueprints, so your role could get really...interesting someday. For now, though, if you're cool with odd hours, unconventional clients, and the occasional heat, you'll fit right in. Apply today-just bring your appetite and your A‑game.
Special Agent Alyssa Caine has been tasked with the most important mission of her life: the assassination of the man who would bring about the end of the world. The only problem? He is already dead.
A minor issue that is resolved in the year 2157 when a renegade group of scientists develops a device that allows to jump through time. They recruit the former special agent to send her back fifty years, to take just one man out of the equation, a minimal change with a predicted maximal effect on the fate of the world, and prevent a devastating war that has driven the last surviving humans to live in decrepit underground bunkers.
Every action has a consequence. Alyssa is humanity's last hope, and her actions will determine the fate of the whole world. She is willing to sacrifice everything for a better future.
But she soon realizes that the impact of her actions might be beyond her control, and beyond all predictions.
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This is my entry for the ONC 2019! At first I thought I'd pick something a bit out of my comfort zone (so.... NOT SciFi for once...) to expand my horizon, but when I saw a prompt about time travel I was immediately inspired.
Please keep in mind, all of this is WIP! The title, cover, and some of the content might change at any time... I have an outline and I worked hard to come up with a compelling and consistent story line, but due to the nature of the story (timey whimey stuff!) I might have to revise things a few times as I write. I'm grateful for any feedback and I hope you enjoy :)