In Space
by Andrew Blake on Jun.07, 2009, under Andrew Blake, SF/Fantasy
“Sir! They’ve turned around for another attack!” “Bring all cannons to bear, Ensign.” “Aye Sir. Targeting online.” “Incoming Transmission: ‘Surrender or die’… Nice to see they’ve worked on their social skills…” “OPEN FIRE, ALL BATTERIES!” “AYE SIR!” “INCOMING MISSILES!” “HARD ABOUT!” “Aye Captain!” “Brace for impact! In Three… Two… On…” The transmission reached the newly lifeless Earth, 23 years too late…