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“Alma.” I never thought I’d hear that voice again and here she was. I looked at my two lovers who had tears in their eyes.

“Go, Brains,” Candela said, before planting a kiss on my cheek. “We’re right behind you.”

I ran down as fast as I could into my mother’s waiting arms, with Candela and Torch at my heels. The sun was hot, and it warmed my skin, even as the breeze made my shirt flutter in the wind. There were still others who needed us, and we would get them out. For now, I could start again, in this new world that I could help shape, with them.

Epilogue

Serafina Township Bulletin #1

Former New Mexico Territory

Days since The Burst: 10,700

Population: 500

Air Quality Above Ground: Glorious

Announcement #1:Welcome to all our new residents. We are delighted to have you here.

Announcement #2:Alma Corvado, Torch Bernal, and Valeria Candelario have finally moved into their new log home. Please make sure to stop by with a housewarming gift.

Announcement #3:Leonel Sánchez has taken over as our official greeter in the dining hall. Say hi if you see him.

Announcement #4:Zucchini and tomatoes still abound; come and get some at the grocery stand.

Mandatory:Nothing

Deaths:0

Live Births:2

Go enjoy the sunny day.

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