Author:
Alex McGilvery has been reading since before he can remember, and writing almost that long. He has published 18 books and is author and editor at his imprint Celticfrog Publishing. He lives in Kamloops with his dog and the stories clawing their way out of his head.

When age rules the country, it’s hard to be young.

Trey runs away from the youth reserve, sure he’s no more than spare parts for a father he barely remembers. The Council of Elders has its own questions about the him. When Trey find the Underground and joins the fight to give rights back to the Youngers, he starts a chain of events beyond anyone’s control.

Generation Gap

"Hold on, kid. You aren't going to die on me." His tears burned worse than the gas. Wrenching sobs fought past his control.


"So they made you a killer," whispered the kid. "Is it worth it?" He closed his eyes and let his head fall back.


The medics took over from D'Aoust, but shook their heads. 


D'Aoust's heart ached. He'd signed up to protect people, not to shoot unarmed kids. He headed out of the complex. 


The Police Chief interrupted a general command to the force to stop him.


"What are you doing? We've work to do."


"It's just children playing games," D'Aoust said. "There are no dangerous rebels here."


"Yeah, I do." He dropped his badge and gun on the floor. "I'm quitting.  It isn't worth it."


He walked away and the Police Chief went back to his announcement to realize he'd broadcast the entire dialogue to the whole force. He swore then threatened dire punishment to any who deserted.


Chapter 65: Common Cause, Part 2