Shoot for Earth: MedSci Missions 3

Once Bitten, Forever Shy?

If all you’ve known is aggression, it’s not surprising you’d hide from everyone. The aliens called Tasla-min evolved in troubled times from mutated ancestors who roam the galaxy wreaking havoc. However, this race might hold the key solving a Pandora’s box of illnesses on Earth. Thus, mission specialists on spaceship Chiron must befriend them. Ironically, as a Canadian, I was raised with peace. After our American neighbours fought to be released from mother England, we asked, “Can we please be independent, too?” She said yes. Canadians were integrated into the British army and spy service during the second world war, and big brother, the United States of America fought alongside both of us. An Ambassador said to us, “but please buy your own military airplanes. You expect us to help you, and we will, but…” Despite that, we’ve been great friends, sending rescuers, taking in stranded 911 travellers, and much, much more. They’ve always taken it in good grace when we beat them in hockey games… Then Americans hired the big bad wolf to lead them, and he’s huffing and puffing all over the place. He just can’t stop puffing. Over the years, Canada has grown up a lot, and being forced to survive our winters has made us tough. We’ll get through this. It’s only four years, after all. Or is it? Enjoy this excerpt from the trilogy finale that opens a universe of further adventures. (Click “View Profile” to see my science fiction books available now.)