"All systems nominal, Commander," Chen replied, not turning from her console. Her voice seemed… different. Softer. Almost dreamy. "It’s… so peaceful down here. Like a dream."
"Report, Lieutenant Chen," Thorne murmured, his voice tight. File: Submarines_and_succubi.7z ...
Rostova spun around, her eyes glowing faintly in the dim light. "They are beautiful, aren't they, Commander? The ones outside." "All systems nominal, Commander," Chen replied, not turning
Thorne froze. "There is nothing outside but miles of water, Chief." "Is there?" she whispered, pointing to the thick viewport. "All systems nominal
"They know we're here, Elias," a voice whispered directly into his mind—a voice that felt warm and terrifyingly inviting. "Join us."