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The door slid shut

September 30, 2014September 30, 2014 / simonsalento / Leave a comment

The door slid shut with a hiss and a thud. There were gurgles from behind meshes and grilles. The red light flashed faster and faster, a red strobe that matched the wail of the siren. “I am not an alien”, repeated David. Lights slowed, sirens fell silent. “Thank you.”

Complicated

August 29, 2014August 29, 2014 / simonsalento / Leave a comment

It’s not complicated, said the alien. We created airports to run our stress engines. When we need more, we just whisper “security”.

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