Machine Story
Chapter 12
Departure
The next morning, Niall, Anusha, David, Kaviya, and Shaan were at the colony’s front gate. Niall took Shaan aside, “Sorry man I didn’t want to go but I got forced into it.” Shaan was not fooled, “You don’t have to pretend, I know you have been wanting to search for answers beyond the colony. Niall didn’t try to hide it any longer and admitted to what Shaan said. “Don’t worry, I will keep this place safe while you are gone,” Shaan assured Niall.
Meanwhile, Anusha was constantly pestering Kaviya if she had done a thorough check of David’s systems.
Anusha: Did you check the…
Kaviya: Yes.
Anusha: And the…
Kaviya: Yes.
Anusha: What about the…
Kaviya: FOR CRYING OUT LOUD YES I CHECKED EVERYTHING HE IS GOOD TO GO!
After the constant checking, Anusha approached David for her final words. “Now make sure you listen to Siri and don’t overload your systems.” She sounded like an overprotective caretaker. “You heard the lady! I’m in charge!” Siri said with excitement. David let out a sigh before turning around to meet up with Niall.
Once David and Niall had finished their conversations, they began to head through the gates of the colony. They continued waving and looking back on what they were leaving behind. In the distance, they could even see Commander Roman and Private Ajay waving goodbye. And soon after, Commander Roman quickly turned to smack Ajay on the head and hustle him back to work.