Surprising, the ride to planet Z wasn't that bad. That is if you disregard the constant crying from other citizens and the uncomfortable space we occupied. But luckily we didn't run into asteroid fields, and the ride wasn't too long.

I luckily had a window seat of the ship. Throughout the entire flight, I just stared out the window. I spoke to no one or even looked away from the view from outside the ship. Stars. Billions and billions of stars, shining like the sunlight through water droplets. They were beautiful, a source of hope in a sea of despair.

For as long as I could remember, I have always dreamed to one day explore those dots in space. But that dreamed died a long time ago, just like my hope. When you spent your life wounded with harassment and misery, even the brightest light feels cold and invisible.

As the stars and galaxies zoomed past and disappeared into nothingness, I wished.

I wished that whatever life I am to have on Planet Z, that it will be better than the one I had previously.

Let me makes some friends, ones who won't see me as an object

Let me smile, a genuine one.

But most of all.

Let me find love.
If not romantic, then let me feel like I matter.
Even if it's for no one.

Or let my days as a prisoner to the wicked emperor be swift, and plunge me into a black hole.

At last, the ship arrived at its desired destination.
Planet Xrghthung, or better referred to as Planet Z.

Upon entering the atmosphere, it was clear to see why the planet was referred to as being the planet of evil. 3 large auto defense moons surrounded the dark red planet, letting all intruders know that this place would be your demise if you refused to submit to its ruler.

As I exited the vessel, I got a better view of the new world. The skies were tinted a sinister red that looked over the dark clouds. Yellow robots were at every corner, monitoring the newly arrived slaves from Alafar. The memory of the previous fool to fall out of line flew back to me. I turned my head down as I followed the group to where we were being led to.

Finally, we arrived at what appeared to be the main center of the planet. From before us stood the most intimidating yet intriguing sight.

A tower, one so much larger than the rest was what caught our attention. From the sight of its sharp horns and the clear letter Z on its face, this was the home base to the big guy himself.

The Evil Emperor Zurg.

My throat was dry, yet I tried to swallow.

?:Attention!

I turned my head towards a stage, right in front of Zurg Tower. Thereby a podium with a matching Z was a little green grub. They appeared to be one of the planet's citizens and slaves to their emperor. Poor little guys, they were too cute for such a cruel life like this.

Grub: Attention everyone!
Let me be the first to welcome you to your new home, Planet Z! I know many of you are excited for such a thrilling opportunity to serve under his evilness, The Evil Emperor Zurg! Are you ecstatic to be part of such an evil and exhilarating chance of a lifetime?

Silence fell within the group, causing the Grub's question to go unanswered. That was until the sound of hornets loading their blasters clicked. We all clapped for our lives.

Grub: Glad to hear that. But before you get a taste of your new life, we have a very special guest.

There was a sound of an "evil" drumroll.

Grub: Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls, please put your hands together for the meanest, scariest, most evil future ruler of the universe and the one to end Star Command. The one. The only…. EVIL EMPEROR ZURG!

We all clapped, knowing what would happen if we didn't show appreciation.

From under the stage, appeared a trap door filled with gray smoke. An ominous figure rose from the stage, while stood there still shrouded in fog. It was tall, taller than any man I've ever met.

My heart dropped in fear.

The fog began to fade, as a sight of purple armor emerged. From there, standing in all his glory was the evilest man in the universe. Emperor Zurg himself.

Fear and gasps could be heard through the constant clapping in fear.

But for me, it was different.

Zurg was a towering man that dawned on a red and black cloak that was attached to a gray armor plating with matching grey gloves with talons. His eyes were a bright red, emphasizing how evil his stare was. It was unclear if he was wearing a helmet since it seemed his teeth were yellow and on the side of his head, he had matching horns that resembled the ones on his tower. He was a sight to behold.

But no one told me he was drop-dead handsome.

I took one look into his eyes and my heart rose from constant fear and sadness to a never-ending cycle of heartbeats. My face was red, my body grew hot, and soon I found myself being lost in his image. He was intimidating yet alluring, a combination I never knew I desired.

But then he spoke, and it seemed his spell to steal my heart was a success.

Zurg: People of Alafar, As of today, you shall no longer refer to that useless rock as your home.

Now he has a sexy voice?!

Zurg: For years you and your useless kind have lived under the pathetic welp you referred to as King Delta. If it wasn't for my generosity and mercy, I would not have hesitated to turn your planet to cosmic dust. Your king was a fool to treat your lives like objects, as if you were to be bought cheaply on sale. Here on planet Z, things will be different. If you agree to serve me, never go against my order, and benefit my plans to bring Star Command to its knees, then I promise you, you will live like Kings, warriors, gods even! Serve me, and you will live that life you dreamed of. I will help you crush your foes, make the weak cling to you for salvation. Bring fear to Star Command, and you will never suffer again!

The cheers of supporters filled the air, all while I tried to fight the urge to scream "I WILL SERVE YOU, MY ONE AND ONLY!"

Lines were formed after the Emperor's spiel, and honestly, it was the most excited I have seen my people in awhile. It seems that Emperor hunky was able to convince them to join his cause far better than King Delta ever could.

I don't care to be honest, but if I get a chance to please the Emperor, then I will take it. From his gaze alone, I felt a new flame emerged within my soul. A spark engined by the desire to see him one more time. A few hours ago, I was pleading for death to claim me, but now I was more motivated than ever to be alive.

I was about to head into the line for "foot soldier" when two hornets grabbed my shoulders and pulled me back from the line.

Carlie: Wha-what are you doing?

Hornet: Fret not pretty one, we have a much better job more suitable for such a rarity like you.

I might have spoken too soon.