Wordsmiths Fiction Week 5: Season 24: The Mysterious Passenger
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Suppose a passenger disembarks at one of your country's international airports and proceeds towards the checkout like other passengers. On arrival at checkout, the lady officer on duty looks at his passport for verification.
At first glance, everything seems normal, but when she looks at the name of the country on his passport, she feels shocked because she had never heard the name of that country ever before.
The lady officer at the checking counter finds out that all the official stamps on his passport were right, but only the name of the country mentioned did not exist anywhere on the world map.
His passport was properly stamped on all his previous trips to other countries before this trip.
She seeks for help from other officials but everything about that passenger were confusing to the migration officials. That lady officer was amazed that his documents did not appear fake yet she could not verify them.
The officer stood frozen in disbelief of what she had seen and the mysterious passenger observed her reaction with an air of calmness that belied the tension in the room. Elian was his name and he has come from a country called Perema, a place which no only has ever heard or seen before.
Elian however was not just any traveler but an envoy from Perema on a mission to seek alliance and share knowledge with other nations. To the unknown, the world has changed since the last time Perema was mentioned in any book or even spoken of, as it was a nation that existed on the fringes of reality, being shrouded in secrecy and only whispered in hushed tones. And, Elian was determined to bring back into the fold of global recognition again.
"Excuse me ma’am, any problem?" He asked with a steady voice, filled with urgency. "I understand my country’s name may not be familiar with you, but I assure you, I come in peace”, as he gestured toward his passport official stamps which were glinting under the fluorescent lights. "I have traveled extensively and you can see that I have the proper documentation for my journey", he concluded.
But then, officer Ada who was still processing the information, narrowed her eyes. “How can I verify your claims, as there are no records of Perema existing on any map. How do I know you’re not a threat?”
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Elian took a deep breath, sensing the skepticism in her tone. "I understand your concern, well, Perema is a small nation hidden from the eyes of this world, and it is located in a dimension that is often overlooked as we exist parallel to your world, nor our borders easily crossed".
The officer raised an eyebrow, intrigued by what she was hearing but yet doubtful, "What is your purpose here?” She asked.
"I am here to discuss matters of mutual interest", Elian replied, as his eyes reflects a mix of hope and desperation. "Well, we have developed advanced technologies in Perema that could benefit nations in the aspect of renewable energy and sustainable practices, and we wish to share our knowledge to help nations combat the global challenges we face".
The officer tried to make sense of his words, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of curiosity mingled within her skepticism. The idea of a hidden country with advanced technologies to her was both thrilling and alarming, so she decided to seek the input of her supervisor, knowing that this situation was beyond her current authority.
"Please wait here", she instructed, as she stepped away to consult with her colleagues. As she was walking toward the back office, she couldn't but feel Elian’s gaze following her, as well as a mixture of hope and anxiety etched on his face.
At the office, she explained the situation to her supervisor as he listened intently. "This is very unusual", he said, stroking his chin thoughtfully, "but if his documents are correct, we cannot dismiss him. But then, we need to investigate further, so I suggest we conduct a thorough background check on this Perema and see if there are any records".
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Meanwhile, Elian waited nervously, aware that time was of the essence, for he had traveled far, and the alignment that allowed his passage was fleeting and if he didn’t secure a meeting with the officials soon, he might miss the opportunity to fulfill his mission.
After what felt like an eternity, the officer returned to Elian with the supervisor, "we’ve decided to allow you a temporary stay in our country while we verify your claims", she said, "however, you must cooperate fully with our investigations", she also instructed.
Elian nodded his head in agreement as relief washed over him. "Thank you and I assure you I will provide any information you need", he replied.
As days passed, Elian kept sharing stories of the culture of his nation Perema, the people, and the technological advancements they come to achieve. He talked about sustainable farming practices that have eliminated hunger in his nation and renewable energy sources that have powered their cities without harming the environment, and as the officers listened, they became more and more intrigued by the possibilities he presented.
Just then, the investigation took an unexpected turn. They discovered ancient texts and maps that hinted at Perema's existence as it appears to be a country that had once been known but faded into myth over centuries. This made the officers grow increasingly intrigued as they realized that Elian’s arrival could be much more than just a diplomatic mission, and that, it could also be a chance to rediscover a lost part of history.
This discovery brought the investigations to conclusion. The officials called Elian in for a final meeting, "we've confirmed your story", said the supervisor with eyes alighted in excitement, "Perema is indeed a part of our history, and we would like to discuss the potential for collaboration".
Hearing this, Elian couldn't help but feel a wave of triumph running down his spine, acknowledging that his journey had not been in vain. "Thank you for believing in me", he said, with gratitude in his voice.
I want to take this opportunity to invite @ruthjoe, @ngoenyi and @bossj23.
Thank You for your Time
NOTE: Always have a smile on your face, as you are never fully dressed without one.
Excelente historia amigo, un misterioso pasajero que llegó al pais para ayudar y que fue cuestionado por su origen. Finalmente demostró que el reconocimiento es algo que se logra con la constancia y dedicación.
Saludos, te deseo mucho éxito..!