Novel: Bad press calls for desperate measures. For the Interstellar Forces, sending a small crew to Neptune was the bet they were willing to make - at the risk of losing what little respect they have left (and maybe some lives).
A roll of dice and a lack of options led to the selection of the Celestion-5’s crew, a collection of inexperienced astronauts ranging from space-loving dreamers to cynics only in it for the money.
It’s them against the universe, and their odds are a gamble at best. Learning how to live together can only help. Though with the crew’s pervasive personal problems, that might be the real journey.
New Chapter: Someone makes a confession.
Sample:
“It was nice seeing everything again.” Leon sighed dreamily. “If only I could commit this place to memory…”
“Leon, you alright, buddy? You’ve been talking like you’re gonna die soon.”
Roxie practically jumped in front of him. “Are you experiencing any worrying symptoms? A strange mole or perhaps a lump? I can check on them! And unless it’s something really aggressive, we should be able to treat you at the Moon Base within a week!” She snagged Emil’s arm. “If you’re uncomfortable with me checking it, my lovely assistant can–”
“Oh, no, Roxie, I don’t need anything checked, I don’t think.” Leon cut in. “It’s just… Well, you guys’ll probably hear about it soon enough.” He walked ahead of them. “Anyway, I’m gonna hit the shower. I’ll let you know if I have any weird moles if I find any!” Judging by his smile, he completely missed the point of her asking.
