Separated by a Common Language

Flash Fiction Month 2022, Day 1 “Baas luk usuck mall Bussak-luk mal baasllub.” “Your presence in this place is an affront to the Bussak Empire,” explained the translator, the Bussak naval fatigues comically oversized on his human frame. Captain Hensley regarded the diplomat—also most likely some kind of military officer, based on the trophies dangling […]