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OLIVER BLACK WOOD 8
3 min readMar 15, 2024

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The year is 2150, and humanity has successfully colonized Mars. However, life on the red planet is far from easy. The harsh environment, constant threat of radiation, and scarce resources make survival a daily struggle for the colonists. But amidst the challenges, one man, Hiroshi, is determined to not only survive but to evolve and thrive in this hostile world.

Hiroshi, a brilliant scientist, spends his days conducting experiments in the cramped confines of his research lab. He is driven by a deep curiosity about the potential evolutionary changes that humans may undergo in order to adapt to Mars' conditions. His work is fueled not only by his desire for knowledge but also by a personal motivation - his wife, Emiko, who tragically lost her life in a mining accident.

One day, as Hiroshi examines a sample of Martian soil under a microscope, he notices something extraordinary. The soil contains a unique strain of bacteria that has developed a remarkable resistance to radiation. Excitement courses through Hiroshi's veins as he realizes the implications of this discovery. If the bacteria can evolve to withstand the harsh Martian environment, could humans do the same?

Driven by his newfound hope, Hiroshi begins conducting experiments on himself. He exposes his body to controlled levels of radiation, hoping to trigger an evolutionary response. Days turn into weeks, and weeks turn into months as Hiroshi tirelessly pushes his body to its limits. The physical toll is immense, but Hiroshi's determination remains unwavering.

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