When the world learns about an asteroid that will obliterate Earth in exactly 365 days, most people spiral into chaos, despair or denial. But for our delusional protagonist, Leo, this is the news of a lifeline. Moments from taking his own life, he is interrupted by the alert of humanity's impending doom. For the first time in years, he feels alive. With nothing left to lose he sets out on his journey to enjoy his remaining days. But his path takes a sharp turn as he tries to confess to his crush, Ava, who has quite the opposite response as him. While he finds freedom in the end, Ava is crushed by the news. As their connection grows both of them are confronted with a series of questions: how do you truly live when time is running out, and does love still matter when the world is ending?
I found out about this competition on April 29th leaving me about a week to complete this story. Hopefully it turns out well and is enjoyed by at least a single person. This will also be my first work posted on anything so hopefully this goes well. I will also be following the prompt [The End is Now]
I found out about this competition on April 29th leaving me about a week to complete this story. Hopefully it turns out well and is enjoyed by at least a single person. This will also be my first work posted on anything so hopefully this goes well. I will also be fol...