I really like this. The Origin is a prelude with purpose and your Flowstone follows with some meaningful reflection. I would really love to write a sequel or prequel here, if for no other reason than to continue this really cool story.

the archeologist.. but I’m still lost under the sea.. and the guardian.. and the gear is now or a flashback? I’m swirling here. Just keep going, and i’ll catch up.

Cool scene. He seems like a dirtier version of Indian Jones. Very intriguing scenario and a well laid out scene.