_Planet Mars_

Planet Mars.

Year 0014,

In a distant time, there existed a planet known as Mars. The inhabitants were both courageous and intelligent.

One fateful day, they created a marvel called Technology, and everything transformed! As more individuals embraced this new frontier, a wave of innovation surged forth.

After many years of relentless advancement, the people of Mars discovered a way to connect with beings from another planet.

Elsa, a brilliant scientist with a passion for the cosmos, spent her days exploring the mysteries of communication between species from different planets. At 29 years old, she was a striking figure, standing 170 cm tall with her long blonde hair pulled back in a tidy bun, dressed in her professional scientist attire. One fateful day, she stumbled upon a revolutionary technique that allowed her to decode the languages of extraterrestrial beings, bridging the gap between worlds and opening doors to new possibilities.

She had tirelessly sent out signals to a multitude of planets, only to be met with an unyielding silence. On a fine beautiful evening, a message arrived from a planet she called Planet-108. With bated breath, she translated the words, only to discover it was a Help Message, a message laden with urgency from the depths of space.

At first, she found herself engulfed in confusion, her mind swirling with possibilities. However, as the days turned into weeks, she began to envision a groundbreaking technology capable of reaching distant worlds.

After five relentless years of dedication and innovation, her dream materialized into reality:

A Space Shuttle designed to journey to the enigmatic Planet-108.

As she gazed at the gleaming space shuttle, a wave of confusion washed over her. "It's all set to go, but who will actually journey to Plante-108?" she questioned. Eighteen brave souls had stepped forward to volunteer, yet she was the sole expert on the intricate technology aboard. Resolute, she made her choice to join them, bringing the total to nineteen adventurers ready to embark on this cosmic quest.

The day had finally arrived, and the governor had chosen a date for the shuttle's launch.

Excitement filled the air as everything was prepared for the journey ahead.

With a thunderous roar, the shuttle blasted off from Mars, embarking on its thrilling voyage through the cosmos.

"How long will it take?" One of the member questioned. "Just 10 days to go" Elsa replied and activated the super technology

The tenth day dawned bright and clear, and the crew was wide awake, buzzing with energy as they prepared to land on Planet-108.

Excitement coursed through them, but caution lingered in the back of their minds. Some gathered their weapons, a necessary precaution, while others busied themselves with the food supplies. Clad in their suits, they felt the moment approaching, ready to embrace whatever awaited them on the new planet.

The Space shuttle,

"30m away from surface"

"20m away from surface"

"10m away from surface"

The moment the shuttle declared they were only 10 meters from the ground, the screens began to fade into Darkness. Black ash quickly coated the windows, blocking any glimpse of the outside world. Thankfully, the shuttle landed securely, coming to a stop just in time to avoid total system shutdown.

 The moment had come for the group to confront the unknown, and they readied their weapons with a sense of determination. The doors stood locked, but Elsa, with a glimmer of hope, revealed a spare key. 

As she unlocked the door, a stunning sight greeted them.

A lush landscape filled with trees, untouched by technology. There was an air of tranquility, with no cries for help to be heard.

The world was a brilliant palette, rich with the diversity of its inhabitants, each person showcasing a variety of hair and skin colors. The playground became a lively RaInBoW, where children of all shades frolicked together, their exuberance creating a colorful celebration of unity. 

The people here appeared blissful, each engaged in their own pursuits. A spaceship caught their eye, yet no one felt inclined to investigate further.

The atmosphere inside the spaceship was filled with wonder as the crew admired the breathtaking view outside.

Suddenly, a representative from Planet-108 stepped forward, his expression serious. "Please, leave us! We refuse to embrace technology!" he exclaimed. "If you’ve come here, it’s because you intercepted a message from the 'North Tree.' We believe it has the power to foresee the future. Someone from the future might need your help."

Elsa, puzzled, asked, "Are you saying that someone from this planet's future is asking for our assistance?" He responded firmly, "No. The 'North Tree' can sense future events and alerts nearby planets. That is, if you can hear the alert then it is from the planet nearer to your planet."

Hearing this Elsa questioned. "Are you referring to Planet Earth?"

He replied "Maybe," before he turned away, lost in thought.

...

Upon their return to Mars, Elsa and her crew were engulfed in a cloud of confusion. They had safely landed on their home planet, yet a troubling realization struck them: only 18 crew members had returned .The 19th, was missing.

The mystery left everyone in a state of bewilderment. However, rather than thinking on the uncertainty, Elsa chose to channel her energy into creating a time machine. She was convinced that this invention could provide the assistance Earth desperately required.

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The story comes to an End,  yet the Mystery of the 19th Member Remains UNSOLVED.

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