Stardust Bargain

De: Ondia Morris

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, our home galaxy crumbles like ancient parchment. Desperation propels us beyond the familiar constellations, seeking refuge in the unknown. We are a nomadic people, driven by survival instincts, our ships humming with the echoes of lost worlds.

And then, against the backdrop of interstellar dust, we discover it: Angur, a celestial Eden bathed in the soft glow of a thousand suns. Its lush forests and crystalline lakes promise sanctuary—a haven where our weary souls can finally rest. But there’s a catch: it belongs to someone else.

Desperation breeds audacity. We strike a deal with the enigmatic custodian of this paradise—a telepathic alien named Valdreac. He is both our mediator and our jailer, his mind a labyrinth of secrets. His gaze pierces through my defenses, unraveling my thoughts like delicate threads. I am not qualified for this role, but my people have pinned their hopes on me.

Valdreac is more than a guardian; he is a paradox. His touch ignites dormant desires within me—longings that defy duty and logic. As the days stretch into weeks, our negotiations blur into stolen moments, stolen kisses. He wants me to be more than a mere emissary; he wants me as his lover. Can I surrender to passion when my mission hangs in the balance?

My secret pulses like a second heartbeat. How do I conceal my true purpose when Valdreac can sift through my mind like stardust? Every whispered confession, every clandestine rendezvous—it all threatens to unravel the fragile truce between our species. And yet, I yearn for more. For once, I want to choose my own happiness, even if it means betraying those who entrusted me with their survival.