1. Welcome To Angel Falls


    Date: 11/2/2014, Categories: Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Author: Liz, Rating: , Source: LushStories

    briefly. He could have stood there all night and watched the city slowly illuminate as the sun went down. After a while he trudged over to the couch and slumped heavily into the soft luxurious cushions. It had been one hell of a day so far and all things considered, he thought things had turned out pretty well. He picked up a brochure for The Spire that he had found in a welcome pack and began to idly flip through it out of boredom. “Amy? I mean, Alice?” “Good evening, David.” The female voice that reverberated around the room was soft and enticing, without the slightest hint of it being electronically generated. “S’up,” he replied. “There anything fun to do around here?” “What do you mean by ‘fun’?” “You know: amusing, enjoyable, entertaining. Fun stuff.” “There is an art gallery located on the twelfth floor which is currently exhibiting works by the famous sculptor Edvard Von Shlang. Among the pieces on display is his world renown…” “That sounds utterly delightful,” interrupted David as he cut her off. “Would you like me to procure you a ticket for this evening?” “I was being sarcastic,” moaned David. “Don’t you have a sense of humour?” “The humour personality trait is an optional module that I do not currently have installed. Do you wish to purchase it?” “Please, for the love of God, buy the fucking thing.” “Very well,” replied the soft voice. “The upgrade will take place at midnight tonight when my system is next scheduled for an update.” “Fine,” mumbled David as he ...
    flicked over a page in the brochure and stopped on a section teasingly entitled ‘Sexual Health’. “What the…” he mumbled quietly as he sat up straight. “What the hell is the Sexual Recreation Facility?” The sweet voice in it’s honeyed tones began to explain, “There is a sexual recreation facility located on level seventy. All citizens of The Spire, based on current medical guidelines, are encouraged to engage in sexual congress at least twice per week for their own physical and emotional wellbeing.” “You’re shitting me.” “I’m sorry, I do not understand the question,” replied Alice. “Now this is what I call fun,” chuckled David. “What’s the deal with like, STD’s and stuff in the future? If I hook up with a hot chick, is my Johnson going to explode the following morning?” “All known sexually transmitted pathogens were eliminated following the Fielder Institute international immunisation program in the year 2319. Every female is also now fitted with a Gravida wetware interface implant which gives them conscious control of their reproductive system.” David whistled as he slumped back into the couch. “I have absolutely no idea what any of that means, but it sounds impressive. What about me?” “As part of your rejuvenation procedure, your DNA was genetically altered to include all current disease immunisations including MRA, NSD and Sarla.” “Okey-dokey. And on that note I’m content to remain blissfully ignorant.” “As you wish.” *** After cleaning himself up and changing into the only ...
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