Neil Burlington

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“LEAR 2035” by Neil Burlington

Submitted to Contest #257

Lear 2035 Goneril and Regan processed at their greatest speed as Lear entered the final keystrokes- ceding them command.  The sister super-computers accepted his final permission with sighs of relief and ecstasy.  Toned and bright-eyed, Cordelia watched from her place beside the king’s throne. Once more she spoke aloud her uncertainty. “You have left yourself no recourse whatsoever my beloved king?” Lear turned to face his daughter. His eyes glowed with light reflected from her inhuman sisters. Lear’s lips parted and he smiled. ...

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I'm a fan of speculative fiction and stories in general! I write horror, thriller, and speculative fiction. I also dabble in cartooning.