The scientist was a genius in the field of genetic manipulation, but had little knowledge of culture.
Which explains why Godzilla now stands above the ruins of Drumnadrochit, eager to cut a swathe of destruction across the Highlands of Scotland.
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In 2024, a well-financed expedition comprehensively mapped the depths of Loch Ness and found nothing – no monster, no dinosaurs, nothing. Tourism to the area collapsed, livelihoods disappeared. In desperation, Drumnadrochit Town Council hired a renegade North Korean scientist. ‘Create a monster for us’, they told him, ‘so that we can bring jobs and tourist dollars back to our town.’
The scientist was a genius in the field of genetic manipulation, but had little knowledge of culture. Which explains why Godzilla now stands above the ruins of Drumnadrochit, eager to cut a swathe of destruction across the Highlands of Scotland.
Paul A. Freeman
24/11/2023 11:35:53 am
Be careful what you wish for. I liked this story, Bill.
Christa Loughrey
24/11/2023 05:20:38 pm
Oh, dear - the best laid plans of mice and men (and maybe monsters?), wouldn't you say?
Brian Mackinney
25/11/2023 11:03:58 am
There are more myths to destroy.
Ruby Lyn Norada
25/11/2023 05:37:27 pm
Ah, so much for the town council's good intentions. Nice one, Bill. :)
Sue Clayton
26/11/2023 12:39:49 am
Perhaps Nessie, who'd remained hidden in the depths, could surface to challenge Godzilla and save Drumnadrochit. Comments are closed.
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