Part 2. Melissa gets to go to Pern. Enjoy!
Why did computers always crash at the wrong time? Melissa Carpenter had just finished the first chapter of her new masterpiece, and now it was all gone! It had taken her a whole half hour to write as well! Still, she knew the whole story like the back of her hand, and nothing would stop the detailed new saga of Mellissaressa's further life, loves and achievements as the saviouress of Pern being shared with the world. She'd just have to start over, and remember to save this time.
But before she could start typing, she realised she had a new e-mail. Maybe it was an explanation of why her genuine rolex watch hadn't arrived yet? But no, it was just some kind of joke e-mail. Still, as Melissa read it, she found herself genuinely wishing it was real.
'Owing to the unprecedented levels of excellence displayed in your fan fiction, we hereby offer you, Melissa Carpenter, a unique opportunity. Yes, by repeating the following phrase, you will instantly have the ability to be teleported to the location of your choice, including the option of travel to... Pern! All you need to do is to state the code numbers in the e-mail header, describe your desired destination, and then simply state "For Faranth's sake, take me to (wherever)." Teleportation will commence immediately, and although a round-trip is provided as a matter of course, you may find it convenient to tidy up your affairs in advance.'
Well, there was no harm in trying, was there, even if it was a joke? Throwing caution to the wind, Melissa rapidly reeled off the string of letters and numbers. What next? Oh yes! Who did she want to meet though? Why, Jaxom of course! But she didn't like the sound of Ruatha's cold winters, so how about the southern continent. Even better - why not Landing? Then she could get AVISAS or whatever it was to not let Master Robinton die!
Melissa closed her eyes, and concentrated.
"I want to be on Pern, near Landing. For Faranth's sake, take me to Pern!"
Within a heartbeat, she was gone from her room. There was a stiff breeze blowing, and an uneven surface beneath her trainers. She opened her eyes, with a huge smile on her face, just knowing that it had actually worked!
The first thing she saw was the leading edge of threadfall descending towards her.
She didn't see much else after that.
But on the plus side, at least no-one had to see "Mellissaressa Saves Pern Again!"