Training

During training, Steve, Laila, Issabelle, and Cora were familiarized with the engineering systems of the spacecraft including spacecraft propulsion, spacecraft thermal control, and life support systems. In addition to this, they received training in orbital mechanics, scientific experimentation, earth observation, and astronomy.

Just as always, Issabelle and Cora went home after their intense training. They were looking exhausted. Their father saw them looking worn out.

"Girls, you must be feeling tired? Take a nap. We will go shopping tomorrow for the clothes," he said.

The girls were too tired as they slept without even changing their clothes. Their dad closed the door of their room and released a big sigh.

The next day, they went shopping. The shop was a private one that was owned by their father. There were many things in the shop meant for space travel. The girls chose their clothes to wear in their space journey. They also bought some board games and other stuff that they wanted to bring along. The space company also sponsored space suits, equipment, and teddy bears to the brave 4 astronauts who are going to save the earth. The following day, they booked a private plane to the USA because their country did not have suitable facilities to launch the rocket. They woke up at 4.00 a.m. Issabelle, Cora, and their father along with Steve and Laila went into a luxurious plane. It had special seats, a place to eat, beds, and rooms.

It was very homely. They started their journey at 7.00 a.m.The air hostess came and asked Cora and Issabelle what they wanted for lunch. "We'd love some noodles, thanks!" said Cora with a polite smile on her face. Cora ate the noodles that were served like a wolf.

"Woah! Slow down there, sis! Don't want you to choke on your food now, do we?" joked Issabella.

They laughed and had fun throughout the whole journey. They even watched some adventurous movies. Cora dyed her hair pink while on the plane! She has always enjoyed dying her hair.

"Tomorrow is the big day. Get enough sleep as much as you can" their father said.

They went and slept. Even though they were a bit nervous, they didn't show it out.

Today was the big day. Every news and radio broadcasted about the launch of the rocket. Cora and Issabelle wore their spacesuit. They were a bit nervous. Cora's heart started to beat faster. But they knew that they have to do it to save the earth from danger. The space company revealed the rocket. It was enormous. Its structure was looking hard. It had a bedroom for each of them. There was also a protective layer to protect themselves from danger in the rocket along with beautiful seats made for each of them. Both the girls, Steve and Laila went inside the rocket. People were crowded outside of the rocket. The countdown for the launch of the rocket started. Cora and Isabelle held each other's hands tightly.10….9…...8…7…6….5…4….3…2...1...The rocket was launched!!