Beyond the Ninth Star

Ch. 7 The Creator

[Two days after Amelia's talk with Illu]

It's hard to believe that three days have already passed since we embarked on this journey. I was apprehensive after my conversation with Illu, but the atmosphere on the ship has been surprisingly positive. Illu has even been lending a hand with the ship's daily tasks. Over the past two days, I've learned so much. My dad has been teaching me how to pilot the ship and navigate through the stars with precision, while my mom has been sharing her knowledge on the ship's defense systems, the fuel used to power it, and how to maintain all of its parameters.

But the most fun of all was when I was exploring the rest of the ship. First I stumbled upon the medical bay and was immediately captivated by the adorable little robots that were scurrying around. They were only about three feet tall, with their all-white bodies resembling miniature humans, complete with tiny arms and large square heads that displayed two huge eyes on a screen. I couldn't resist wanting to hold and hug them, but they were hovering around, so I settled for admiring their cuteness from afar.

Suddenly, one of the robots approached me, with a tiny cowboy hat on its head. I couldn't believe how cute it was, and my desire to take it to my room and keep it as a pet intensified. But then it spoke to me, and its sarcastic tone took me by surprise.

"Howdy there, space-cowboy! Are you dying?" it asked.

I let out a little giggle and replied, "No, I'm just exploring."

"Well, I love your adventurous spirit. Want me to give you a tour around the medical bay?" it offered.

The walls were lined with cabinets and shelves filled with medical equipment, and there were several examination tables in the center of the room.

The medical bay was divided into different sections. There was a triage area for emergency cases, a surgery room for major procedures, and a recovery room for patients to recuperate. There were also smaller rooms for consultations and check-ups, as well as a laboratory for analyzing samples and running tests.

The walls of the medical bay were also decorated with images and diagrams of different species and their anatomy. I couldn't help but marvel at the complexity and diversity of life in the universe. I wondered how many different kinds of patients this medical bay had treated over the years.

The robot led me to a large machine that resembled a futuristic MRI scanner. "This is our medication materializer," the robot explained. "It can produce any medication that a patient might need, and the machine can analyze a patient's genetic makeup to ensure the medication is perfectly suited to their individual needs."

Next, it showed me a full-body equipment that looked like a cross between a spacesuit and an operating table. "This is the Autodoc," the robot said. "It can perform surgeries on patients instantly, and it's perfect for emergencies where time is of the essence."

"That's incredible," I said, still in awe of the advanced technology.

"And of course, I can't forget to mention our top-of-the-line staff of medical robots," the robot continued. "We may not have any human doctors, but we are more than capable of providing excellent medical care."

"I'm sure you are," I said with a smile. "But what about emergencies? What happens if there's a serious injury or illness?"

"Well, in that case, we have a state-of-the-art cryogenic chamber that can put the patient in stasis until we can reach a proper medical facility," the robot explained.

"That's amazing," I said, impressed by the ship's capabilities. "You guys really have thought of everything."

"We like to think so," the robot said with a wink. "Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to get back to my duties. But feel free to explore the medical bay further if you want. Just don't touch anything without proper authorization."