Shantago III: The Rock of Tahguhl by Penn Nicholas

Author:Penn, Nicholas [Penn, Nicholas]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2017-03-23T23:00:00+00:00

After a few minutes of chitchat, Jordan built up the courage to talk to him about his daughter. Jordan figured that it was now or never, since everyone’s time felt limited. “Scottie, there’s something that we need to discuss, and it’s concerning your daughter Jenna.” Jordan paused for several seconds.

Scottie gritted his teeth and nodded his head as he said, “I doubt it’s anything good, but go ahead. That girl always did live on the edge.”

Jordan looked Scottie in the eye as he took a deep breath, preparing to give him the horrible news. “There’s no use beating around the bush; Jenna’s dead.”

Dr. Sheffield didn’t seem surprised at all about the grim news. He just nodded his head okay as he sat back in his chair, very calm and serene like. As he lit a cigarette, he spoke very solemnly to Jordan. “Well, we are all going to die someday. Look at yourself. You are infected, and most likely are going to die today. I’m not sure why you are wasting your last few hours with me. If I were you, I would enjoy the time you have left, at least until you lose your mind. According to what I’ve read and by the looks of your scaly skin––you are already dead.”

This frightened Jordan, as he thought he’d have time to make it to the Rock of Tahguhl. While Jordan pondered on Scottie’s words, Dr. Sheffield spoke. “You could easily take the D syringe and end it right now.”

Scottie had a devilish look as he uttered the words, “If you did, I wouldn’t stop you. I think I put enough poison in the D syringe to kill an elephant. It’s so potent that it should just make your heart explode in only a matter of seconds. Once the poison enters your veins…I’m sure it would be a quick and easy death.”

The offer was very tempting to Jordan, especially since he’d tried to end it earlier today and failed miserably. But after a brief moment, he graciously declined. The thought suddenly came to Jordan that Scottie, even though he’d been affected, hadn’t shown any noticeable side effects. The medicine in the L syringe must slow the infection.

“The only problem I’ve found with the life serum is that it’s only good for about twelve hours until the side effects come creeping back. I almost looked as bad as you when I woke up this morning, so I had to quickly whip up another batch. After the last of the medicine is gone, I plan on taking the D syringe to end it all, because frankly, I don’t want to turn into a monster.” Scottie then peered over at Jordan and chuckled a bit. “I’m sure you can relate to that.”

Jordan took the hint, and as his mind went racing, this single thought wouldn’t leave. I would do anything to have twelve more hours. Jordan contemplated on the facts for a bit longer before asking, “Can you mix up a special potion for me?” Jordan spoke with some optimism.

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