Chương 10: Unknown
The Horizon floated effortlessly in the orbit of Gliese 667 Cc, this new world painting an alluring picture below. Lush terrains and vast oceans beckoned the team, but General Elara, seasoned by past experiences, knew that looks could be deceptive.
Lara, heading the first landing squad, was joined by Jaxon, Dr. Leon, Marcus, and Ava. Their landing site was chosen near the coast, offering both a view of the land and the sea.
As the pod descended, the world's colors seemed even more vivid. A twilight hue bathed the landscape, thanks to the trinary star system. The team disembarked on a sandy stretch, with crystal-clear waters lapping at their feet and a forest, shimmering in purples and blues, ahead.
Ava knelt, letting the alien sand run through her fingers. "It feels so familiar yet so different," she remarked.
The team ventured towards the forest. The flora was unlike Earth's, yet eerily reminiscent. Trees with translucent trunks stood tall, their leaves casting prismatic reflections.
Dr. Leon, always the scientist, noted, "The plant life seems to have evolved to maximize photosynthesis in this unique light environment."
But it was the forest's soundscape that was most enchanting. Soft, harmonious hums resonated, an orchestra of nature they hadn't anticipated.
Marcus, the team's linguist and communication expert, tilted his head. "It's like... singing," he whispered.
Drawn to the mesmerizing sounds, the team ventured deeper. Suddenly, they stumbled upon its source. Bioluminescent creatures, floating like jellyfish in the air, their bodies pulsating with soft glows, producing the harmonious sounds.
Awestruck, Jaxon murmured, "They communicate through light and sound."
Lara, cautious, reminded, "Remember, beautiful doesn't always mean harmless."
No sooner had she spoken than a larger creature emerged. Its tentacle-like appendages reached out, touching Marcus. He felt a sudden jolt, and his vision blurred. The creature, seemingly scared, retreated rapidly.
The team rushed to Marcus, who managed to mutter, "It's like... it tried to communicate... overwhelmed my senses." Moments later, he lost consciousness.
With Marcus in tow, the team made a hurried retreat to their landing pod, making a swift ascent to Horizon.
Dr. Leon, attending to Marcus, deduced, "It appears to be a neural overload, possibly the creature's attempt at non-verbal communication. It's not malicious, just... different."
General Elara, absorbing the day's events, realized the universe was vast and filled with wonders they couldn't even begin to fathom. But with wonder came risks, challenges, and lessons they'd carry forward.
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