All Or Nothing, An Anunnaki Story

All Or Nothing, An Anunnaki Story Chapter One To Save The Planet Apsu, dressed in his formal attire, walked through the corridor of the Ma’adim’s Guardian Headquarters, heading for the office of Admiral Tolk. No one ever gets called to Tolk’s office unless it is of extreme importance, Apsu thought. He had to admit he was a little more than nervous. He couldn’t even imagine why Tolk had summoned him to his office. At the door of the Admiral’s office, Apsu raised his arm to knock. The door suddenly opened. Standing in front of him was his long-time friend, Mummu, also dressed in Guardian formal attire. He and Apsu had served together as Ma’adim Guardians since the beginning of their military careers. “Greetings, Mummu,” Apsu said as he tilted his head downward. The usual Anunnaki greeting. “Greetings, Apsu,” Mummu replied as he returned the same head tilt. Apsu walked through the doorway as Mummu left. The office wasn’t as large as Apsu had expected. It was just big enough for Tolk’s large wooden desk and an antique bookcase with some ancient books on the shelves (Apsu didn’t know books still existed with everything being digital now). There were also a few chairs and a very comfortable-looking sofa. Not exactly the lap of luxury Apsu expected. Apsu wondered why Mummu had been in to see Admiral Tolk. He was about to find out. “Come in and have a seat,” Tolk said as he motioned to the chair in front of his desk. Tolk walked over and sat down in his chair behind the desk. Even though the big office chair was worn from use, it still looked comfortable. It was like an old pair of jeans that you won't get rid of until they were unfixable. “Thank you, sir,” Apsu replied. Apsu was perplexed. Sitting in front of an Admiral was rarely done. “I’ll get straight to the point. Apsu, there is a plan. It’s a crazy plan but still a plan that some bio-engineers have come up with to try to replenish the atmosphere. And that is why you are here.” Tolk stated matter of factually. “Sir, I thought the plan was to go underground. I’ve been seeing vids about it everywhere,” Apsu replied. Ma’adim’s atmosphere was severely damaged by a powerful weapon during the war. We knew the weapon as The Planet Killer, and it nearly lived up to its name. Fortunately, everything within three hundred miles of where the weapon was used died instantly. The effects of the weapon a few hundred miles away are the reason I say fortunately. People suffered terrible burns and died in excruciating pain. The weapon used a large burst of plasma energy and carved a six kilometers deep and 4,000 km long canyon into the face of the planet. It was devastating. “That is the backup plan in case this plan doesn’t work. They are being worked on simultaneously,” Tolk replied. “The bio-engineers think they can replenish the atmosphere, terraformation.” “Sir, how are they intending to fix the atmosphere?” “Do I look like a bio-engineer to you?” Tolk answered gruffly. Apsu shook his head slightly. “The only thing I know is that they need gold.” “Gold, sir?” “Did I stutter?” Tolk replied, sounding aggravated. “Have you ever heard of the Nibiru?” “Yeah, it’s a mythical giant, moon-sized ship.” “It’s more than a myth. It exists.” “What?” Apsu asked incredulously. "Apsu," Tolk began, "there are things you need to know, things you didn't need to know until now. This mission is proving to be a giant undertaking. It’s going to be a difficult mission. It’s an off-world mission, and it’s going to take a long time, maybe years.” “Sir, may I decline this offer?” “No.” “I’ve never been off-planet for more than a few months,” Apsu explained. “You are the best person for the job. I hand-picked you, damn it, so quit second-guessing me.” “Yes, sir,” Apsu replied sheepishly. “The bio-engineers say we need gold and gold is scarce. There’s no way we can mine as much gold as is needed. Not here, not on this planet. There’s not enough. There are two places we can extract the gold. One is the asteroid belt, and the 2nd is Tellus.” “Tellus, the third planet?” Apsu asked. Tolk nodded. “Nibiru isn’t just a ship,” Tolk rambled on. “It’s a space station. We are going to need a huge amount of people to mine as quickly as possible. The logical plan is to mine Tellus. It has a breathable atmosphere and you won’t need pressurized suits. The people under your command are going to spread out all over the planet, mining the areas with the greatest amounts of gold deposits.” “Sir,” Apsu said, “May I speak freely?” “Go ahead.” “I can’t be away from my wife for years our marriage would never survive,” Apsu said. “Lucky for you your wife has been assigned to the Nibiru then isn’t it?” Tolk replied with an obvious grin turning up the corners of his mouth. Apsu breathed a sigh of relief. “Now, you ran into Mummu on your way in. He’s assigned to be your 2nd in command,” Tolk said. “I have assigned Tiamat as your chief medical officer. Her background in medical science will be an asset.” “Yes, sir.” “You have your orders. I suggest you go home and get your affairs in order. You won’t be back for a long time. You have two weeks. Then you will report to hanger bay three. From there you will be shuttled to the Nibiru.” “Yes, Sir,” Apsu said as he stood and saluted the Admiral. “Dismissed,” Tolk said as he turned to look at the computer monitor sitting on top of his desk. Apsu left the room thinking that he had been right to feel so nervous on the way to the office. This was way more than he ever could have imagined. At least Tiamat and Mummu will be with him. They will make the change to a new planet slightly easier. Two weeks, Apsu thought, I only have two weeks.