From Here To 1137 AD; Episode 14, The Use Of MAS

This is episode fourteen of the novel, From Here To 1137. 

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The Use Of MAS

“What are some tools I have available?” Tom asked.

“You have the use of telepathy, as explained by Gordon,” Brain said. “Just follow the protocol, and answers will be provided.”

“You mentioned the irrational behavior of Frank Grasso,” Tom continued. “What if he takes a gun and shoots me?”

“You can be fitted with MAS,” Brain said.

“What is MAS?” Tom twisted his face.

“In your language, the letters M, A, and S,” Brain said. “It stands for Micro Absorption Suit. It is a micro-thin skin-clinging suit that absorbs tremendous amounts of shock. It will stop any bullet. The only weapon that can penetrate MAS is not available on this planet.”

“What about an atomic bomb?” Tom joked.

“If that should happen, MAS will survive,” Brain said. “And your remains will be perfectly preserved.”

“You don’t know how much comfort that brings?” 

“Thank you, Tom. It might help to know in the event of an atomic blast. You will look fine; however, there will be a complete redistribution of cells. Brian cells may be found in your feet.”

“You are such a comfort,” Tom said sarcastically. 

“I try,” Brain said.

“Tell me more about MAS,” Tom said.

“You can wear it under your clothes or over,” Brain said. “It is invisible. There is a beneficial feature you should be aware of: There are two million subatomic engines in the MAS. They provide all the functions to protect you, but also they can provide you with what will appear as personal physical strength.”

“How about good looks?” Tom chided.

“I imagine that can be arranged,” Brain said, “but in your case, there’s only so much the suit can do.”

“Okay,” Tom said, “let’s suspend the humor—don’t say it, you weren’t joking.”

“Keep up the quick wit, and you will be replacing me,” Brain said. “Nevertheless, let us return to the serious matter at hand.”  

“By all means,” Tom removed the grin from his face. “You were about to explain the subatomic engines.”

“The subatomic engines can be activated in such a way that they will increase your strength and reflexes.”

Tom’s head dropped into deep thought. 

“You are troubled?” Brain asked.

“Indeed,” Tom said. “It’s a two-edged sword. If it is overused, could it send those disturbing waves through the universe?”

“That is a possibility,” Brain said.

“The dilemma is how much can I use without it causing that disturbance?”

“Allow me to clarify something that will help you make informed decisions,” Brain said. “It is not the use of any of the apparatuses or skills provided. They are all protected and will not cause so much as a ripple in the universe. It is the effect it has on your civilization. Changing the pace of the natural development of technology and notoriety are the challenges you must deal with. I can’t make those decisions for you. I can calculate the risks, and that is it. Gordon made the decision to pick you. He expressed great confidence in you.”

“So,” Tom chided, “I can’t use it to get girls.”

“Who do you have in mind?” Brain said. 

“You are good,” Tom said. 

“It’s what I do.”