None Shall Survive

(Hydra Star System- Planet Sinetera)

The two suns were gradually beginning to set, and a fiery orange glow lit up Sophie's face as she walked through the forest.

She had spent hours travelling beneath the shaded canopy and yet no streams or rivers could be found anywhere.

This made no sense!

How the hell were these trees growing if there were no fresh water?

The only explanation Sophie could think of was maybe there were groundwater reserves hidden deep below the soil.

This would-be bad news as although the roots of the trees could penetrate the ground and access the water, Sophie did not know how far down she would have to dig to do the same.

Screech! Screech!

Sophie's golden eyes narrowed sharply, and she scanned the surrounding area for any threats. 

In the distance a furry ball-like creature was hopping around doing a strange ritual.

It would wave its tiny arms around and jump from side to side every few seconds.