Comet Riders — Part One
The Death Comet
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When history repeats, a new solution must be found
The planet Layall lies in an unstable region of the galaxy. In the 10,000 year history of civilization on the planet, the population has come back from near extinction twice. When the cosmic forces threaten their existence a third time, the end appears inevitable. However, their Queen has found a new solution. Will the people of Layall accept the plan for survival? Can the plan possibly work?
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The Year 10,342 of Life — The Royal City
Prince Long-stick dismounted his horse. He tied the beast to the post at the entrance to the Royal House and removed the manuscript from the saddlebag. The first born prince ascended the two steps to the porch in a single stride. Pushing open the door, he entered the foyer of the great house.
Not surprisingly, there was no one to greet him. His father, Red-sky, King of the Royal Family of Life, did not believe in servants.
