The Mission

Ellie Scott
Sep 4, 2018 · 1 min read
Photo by Timon Studler

“Listen up, soldiers! We’ll have to abseil down. But that’s the easy part. Getting across the canyon with so many obstacles won’t be simple. You’ll need to keep your wits about you. Threats are everywhere. Death could –”

“Watch out!”

A giant boot swings towards the group of soldiers. They drop to the ground and cover their heads. But one doesn’t move quite fast enough. His garbled yells ring out as he’s booted over…

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Ellie Scott

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Writer of speculative fiction. Shortlisted for 2018 Bridport Prize. Author of ‘Merry Bloody Christmas and ‘Come What May Day’. https://www.elliescott.co.uk/

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