The Chthonic States

Jul 11th, 2012 by thegooddoctor in 100 Words

I’m thinking I might quit my job.

I’m so old, I remember when we only had 51 states. But after the war, the Chthonic States moved underground. That’s where we got the 63 we have today. It feels like a separate country if you ever visit, though not many people do.

I only go there hunting bounties. The laws are different down there and you’re allowed to carry weapons still. Packing heat doesn’t make you feel safer. The government leaves you alone but you’ve got to worry about angry citizens.

It’s good money, but it’s no longer worth my life.

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