Dreaming of Memories (Origin Story)
Over 10 Years Ago
Quim was walking down the street with the love of his life, Tera. She was slightly smaller than him, with dyed red hair, she had a way of making him laugh, even without meaning to.
As they pass by a Confederation recruiter he calls out to them. "You there. You two look able-bodied, are you thinking of a career in the military? Men and Women like you two could be all that stands between us and what lies beyond in Free Space." The recruiter confidently speaks, attracting their attention. "Our explorers haven't chartered their section of space, but, if I'm being honest with you. I don't trust them." he quietly says while passing a leaflet into Quims hand.
"I'm not afraid of the Free Spacers. I like the fact that we have some cosmic neighbors." Tera says. "Miss, I don't disagree. But, for your own sake, military training could help you two or others like you one day. It's not just about the career and fighting, it's about the skills you learn to look after yourself."
Quim reads the leaflet, and the imagery used in it, had a way of invoking feelings, he almost couldn't stop reading it. "Join The Confederation." In big bold lettering along the top of the page. "Come on Quim." Tera says while pulling him away from the recruiter. Quim looks back at the man, then puts the leaflet in his pocket, while turning away.
The two of them continue walking, they reach a nice spot in the park, which is less crowded than the walkway they had previously strolled down. "Hey, Quim. How about we go on holiday?" She said, looking at him with the look she often used after suggesting something. The look implied that he didn't have a choice in the matter, and at the same time, it said that it was his call.
"Yeah. Where will we go?" He asked her. Knowing that she had already decided that, but, to play along she over-exaggerated a thoughtful expression. "Hmm, good question." She said distantly while looking into the air. Quim couldn't help but laugh.
"How about that new resort on Ederah VIIII, I hear they have a state-of-the-art luxury hotel completely run by A.I, imagine that. Robot servants cater to your every need for you entire trip!
The image get's distorted and glitches. The smiling face of Tera shatters for a moment. Ederah VIIII, anywhere but there. Not again! I can't!
"Here's your room." A robotic voice says. Quim wakes up standing in the hallway of a luxury resort. The robot stays outside while he and Tera walk into the room. "Isn't this amazing!" She shouts with glee as she rushes in and throws her bag to the ground. She jumps onto the bed and sprawls out, playfully rolling around. "These sheets! They must be the highest grade silk in the galaxy!"
"Yes miss, those sheets were hand-made using the silk of worms from Gad Duras. Which was then shipped to Banurs, to be hand woven by the specialists there. Each blanket takes over 2 years to make, not including the travel time." The robot proudly states.
"It's great. Quim says as he walks into the room, leaving the robot in the hall." "You haven't felt it," Tera tells him. "I don't have to. I can tell by your expression." He states happily while putting down the heavy bags. "Enjoy your stay and don't hesitate to call when you want anything." Quim shuts the door on the robot.
"Come here," Tera commands Quim, and he follows blindly. She grabs and drags him to the bed and instantly starts to kiss him. Quim thought to himself that they could be staying in a cardboard box for all he cared, as long as he had her with him.
Everything disappears once more. In the fashion, it did previously. Tera! Quims
