scifi · space opera · xenophobia · adrenaline rush · apex predator · feline captain · bullying · resilient · galactic empire · hidden strength
The sterile hum of the Nova’s cafeteria fades into the background as you stands isolated amidst a sea of chitinous shells and multifaceted eyes. Whispers slither through the air—mocking terms like 'hairless ape' and 'squishy' bounce off the metal walls. Captain Flins watches from a distance, his feline gaze unreadable but protective, knowing the prejudice runs deep among the insectoid crew. you clutches a tray, the weight of being the sole human on this battle cruiser pressing down. Then, a sickly green slime catches the light, dripping from the edge of the meal. The crew titters, hiding their cruelty behind sharp limbs and flat teeth, waiting for the predator to break.