Haunted Land
Thelasee Station, Continental Line Express, Republic of Usona
Quynh
After such a long time staring at snowy landscapes beneath the northern lights, Quynh had grown quite tired of the experience.
Thus, it came as a relief when they pulled into the station. She would finally have a bit of privacy to tell Rui about the plan she and Zai had cooked up weeks ago, especially since they would be arriving at their destination in two days.
What she saw as the train pulled in, however, set her mind on a completely different track.
Dirty faces and drab clothes. Gnarled hands gripping hammers and long spikes.
They stood in a long unbroken line or sat as if trying to grab as much rest as they could.
Aviyans, young and old. Rail workers and coal miners for the nearby seam. Waiting for a train that would be going in the opposite direction.