Belmont just can't catch a break.  First, he loses his job, then his family, and then his relationship.  How could things get any worse?  Well, the world could end... Welcome, Potential Sovereign to EXTINCTION WORLD! I hope you brought a weapon. A note on artwork: Currently, the cover art and any art that I include in the story is AI generated (mostly Midjourney).  I don't like this anymore than you, but I have a rare condition that causes children to cry at the site of anything I draw myself, so I keep as far away from the art supplies as possible.  If/when I have the means to hire an artist to produce work for me, I will, because I love supporting independent artists.  In the meantime, please forgive me.