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Passengers scrubbed boots, vacuumed Velcro, & stepped through disinfectant trays. Rei appreciated the seriousness of it. It made the island feel fragile in a way he couldn’t quite name. A zodiac crew members sped off. Rei watched them in the zodiac, looking for avian flu. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

From the deck Rei could see the old whaling station at the head of King Edward Cove. There was no dock as such. Eternium-powered zodiacs were the only way to reach the island. Before anyone could even think about stepping ashore, biosecurity rules were strictly enforced. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

The Solara made its way around the northern side, then south, slowing periodically to view ice falls that looked like water falls. From the wind-swept ocean, the Solara moved into the protected bay off Grytviken and maintained station offshore using dynamic positioning. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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Being out on the ocean, feeling the cold wind on his face, was new, steadying and energizing at the same time. Helen was on to something. Two days later, South Georgia appeared through the mist: steep ridges, glaciers, and a thin line of rusted structures along the shore. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

Despite the cold and the motion, Rei stayed outside for hours, watching the waves and the many albatrosses wheel overhead. He had worried about seasickness, but it never came. Maybe all the swimming helped. But being out on the open ocean, feeling the cold on his face hit. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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The next morning, he woke early, totally refreshed. He grabbed a quick breakfast, and headed to the deck. The voyage toward South Georgia was long and uneven. Swells rose and fell under the hull, sometimes lifting the bow high enough that the horizon disappeared. So cold . #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

It sure seemed like the start of something larger. That evening, the Solara cut through the gray waters of the Beagle Channel and out into open ocean. The seas were calm at first, but the ship still rocked. Rei found the motion soothing and fell into a deep, restful sleep. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

Rei had never been on a cruise ship before, so when he boarded, he was surprised at how well appointed it was. The images he had seen did not do it justice. And because of restrictions on landings in Antarctica, only two hundred guests were allowed on board. Very prudent. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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On September 12, 2060 Rei boarded a short flight south over valleys and snow capped peaks. As the plane descended into Punta Arenas, his excitement grew. He hoped Helen was right, that he would feel small and whole at the same time. The next day, Rei boarded the MV Solara. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

...but nothing more. Rei felt no attraction to her, only the reminder that wherever he went, people would reach for him. He wasn’t ready to reach back. In the Southern Hemisphere the seasons were reversed, so even in August winter was just ending. Mornings were crisp. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

She had never been to the US, was fascinated by it. He kept his distance, careful not to let her mistake his company for more. For him it was easier to pass the time with conversation than to sit alone. By the time he was ready to leave for Antarctica, Celina was familiar. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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She was in her early twenties. Rei felt no pull toward her. The wound from Windy was still too raw and he had no interest in opening himself up again. She returned the next night and the night after. Rei listened politely, answered her questions, but never encouraged her. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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One evening a young woman stopped by and sat with him. Her name was Celina. She spoke excellent English and said she lived on a farm outside San Pedro de Atacama. She explained she was in Santiago for a few days to pick up supplies. She was striking, dark hair, dark eyes. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

He wandered the neighborhoods where street art mixed with colonial architecture. He spent afternoons in museums, drawn to exhibits on Chile’s pre Columbian cultures. At night, he sat in cafés, watching the Andes fade into dusk & thinking about the path carrying him south. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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Start to finish, the journey was meant to last four months, bringing him back by February. It was a solid plan. But since when do things go according to plan? The first portion was fine. Rei left on Friday, September 3, flew to Miami, then non stop to Santiago, Chile. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

The robobus would cross the border into Tacna. That stretch was the most complicated, but it opened the way to the pyramids, plazas, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and beyond. Finally Rei would head to Lima, spend a few days in the capital, then fly to Miami and home. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

After Antarctica, the next leg would take Rei north to Calama & San Pedro de Atacama. He wanted to see the decommissioned Vera C. Rubin Observatory and set aside several weeks to explore the region. From there, he would return to Calama, fly into Arica, and take a robobus. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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For the first time since Windy, Rei felt like he was moving forward. He and his parents planned the trip in detail. Rei would fly into Santiago and acclimatize. He'd explore the city, visit museums, do the tourist things. From there, he would head south to Punta Arenas. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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He downloaded Spanish into his wrist computer for the translator, but chose to learn it himself. Each day he practiced Spanish, drilling the basics. Dónde está el baño. Cuánto cuesta. Necesito ayuda. Simple, practical words. They weren’t for depth, just enough to get by. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

"That’s something you’ll need to handle before anything." Rei’s shoulders sagged from relief. He rose, hugged his parents and whispered, “I love you. Thank you.” Even in 2060, passports still took 6 weeks. The delay gave Rei breathing room to absorb the details of the trip #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

"Go see Antarctica before it’s completely gone. The ice won’t last forever.” For the first time in a week, Rei smiled “That sounds great. You’re both really okay with it?” Ruth nodded. “Yes, we’re okay with it. We’ll even help plan the trip. But you don’t have a passport" #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

"That sounds like what I need too. What do you think?” Ruth nodded. “Your father and I went there years ago. We went to Santiago, saw penguins in Punta Arenas. We even made it to the Falkland Islands.” “If you’re going to go, you might as well go all the way,” said Edward #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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“My business is doing fine, and with you getting a scholarship, I think we can swing it. I know you said you didn’t know, but any clue what you want to do?” “Helen suggested a trip to the tip of South America. She said it made her feel small and whole at the same time. " #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

Edward shook his head. “To do what exactly?” Rei shrugged. “I know it’s cliché, but I need to find myself again. Seeing Windy threw me off, and I don’t know how to explain it. I just need to figure out who I am, outside of all that.” Edward glanced at Ruth who shrugged. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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“I don’t want to get into it, but…” “But what?” Dad asked. Rei let it out a long sigh. His mind raced through how to phrase his question. He finally decided the simplest approach would be the best. “Assuming Syracuse lets me defer, what would you say if I took a year off?” #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

“And Hiroki’s headed there,” Ruth offered brightly. “Yeah. That’ll be good. But…” Rei set down his fork. “But what?” Edward asked. Rei stared at his plate then lifted his eyes. “I don’t know if I’m ready.” Ruth tilted her head. “Ready for what?” “To go.” Rei looked away. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

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“Which one would you rather go to?” Ruth asked. Rei poked at his food. “I don’t think I have a choice.” Edward frowned. “What do you mean?” “SU offered me a scholarship to be on the swim team. I was planning to walk on but this means it’s for real, right from the start.” #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

Rei sighed. “Well, you’ll be happy. I didn’t get into any of the Cali schools.” Ruth & Edward exchanged a quick smile, then caught themselves. “But,” Rei added, “I did get into Michigan & Syracuse.” “That’s great, Buddy!” Edward beamed. His father had gone to Michigan. #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

Still, Rei couldn’t make peace with it. He wasn’t ready. The hurt was too raw. That night at dinner, Rei decided to broach the subject. He took his usual seat as his mother set down one of her prized chicken recipes. “So. We know you got your acceptance letters. Tell us." #BookSky #ReisStory #scifi

One of the coolest things about creating this world, is that I've been able to work with my brother as the illustrator! Special shoutout to Bruce Brachman for the incredible artwork and bringing this world to life. #Booksky #sciencefiction #scifi