With Maya held to my chest, I timed my jump and clung to the ladder as it swayed in the wind. As the ladder started retracting, the mysterious figure eliminated our enemies, one by one. As we climbed onto the deck, the scientist welcomed us with open arms, embracing us in a warm hug. It was a surreal feeling of peace and being held by a motherly figure. Her name tag caught the light, reflecting a subtle glimmer. read Annie.

Tears started pouring down my face uncontrollably, and my cries filled the empty chambers of the ship, followed by Maya’s. The scientist began stroking our hair while singing a lullaby. After a while, Maya fell asleep, snuggled against me. Annie looked at me, searching for permission. I placed Maya in her arms and expected her to cry, but she didn’t. She just snuggled against her chest, making adorable sounds as Annie carried her to a small nursery, settling her in a baby bed and snuggling against an enormous teddy bear.

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She then turned around to me and smiled, placing her finger over her lips, and escorted me to the bathroom, handing me a couple of towels. Then she turned around and left, heading towards the front of the ship. After a nice long bath, she came back with some food. So why did you trust me? She asked, exchanging a concerned look with me… no one else was going to save us, and you never tried to hurt us, so I guess that counts for something, I replied. As she leaned in, her lips brushed against my forehead, leaving a gentle and loving touch.