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In a post-apocalyptic world overrun by deadly plant life, MirYam and Daveed face a terrifying Darkflower threatening their community. With dwindling resources and constant danger, they discover the plant's weakness: it's drawn to blood. They bravely lure the Darkflower to a crashed ship, hoping its metal will destroy the plant, but their victory comes at a great personal cost. A tale of survival, courage, and sacrifice in the face of botanical terror. This story was originally published in the Autumn 2020 issue of Space & Time magazine. Comparable works include The Last of Us