Lavender & Ice
Crash-landed on a desolate ice planet, alone and ill-equipped, Ashima's lifelong dream of space exploration shatters into a frozen nightmare. Her only hope? A towering, lavender-skinned alien whose ice-blue eyes hold the key to salvation or ultimate despair. Will this frigid world claim her, or will she find warmth in the unlikeliest of encounters? Embark on Ashima’s perilous journey to find home amidst a civilization as cold as the planet itself.
“30 seconds.”“Here we go, Ashima. It’s finally happening.” Ashima lost her breath as her body was slammed against the seat. Her ears rang with the sound of the blasts outside. Her heart pounded with anticipation. Excitement with a healthy amount of nervousness and fear pounded through her. “Standby for detachment.” A man’s voice rang through the speaker. Ashima’s body jolted as the rocket strap-ons were released, sending a shock through the ship. “Detachment complete.” Cheers erupted from the crew as they released their safety harnesses, and Ashima let out a breath of relief. She stared out in amazement through the large window, viewing a black sky filled with stars.
