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    EarVu

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    The technology in this story is not that far off in our future. Similar tech leading up to this technology has recently been in the news. When this capability hits the public it will destroy privacy as we know it.
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    Dr. James Michaelson is working on some fantastic new technology. He is on a three person team of Quantum Physicists: the lead and creator of this new "tech", Dr. Garrison; a magnetic theorist, Dr. Johnson; and himself. But something is wrong at the lab. They seem to be rather light on attendance today. He can feel it, something has gone terribly, horribly wrong....

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJZ Murdock
    Release dateOct 25, 2014
    ISBN9781310483905
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    JZ Murdock

    JZ Murdock: A Master of the Dark and the Strange JZ Murdock is not your ordinary writer. He is an award-winning author, filmmaker, and screenwriter who explores the realms of the unknown, the bizarre, and the terrifying. From speculative and science fiction to horror and non-fiction, his works will challenge your imagination and keep you on the edge of your seat. If you are a fan of Rod Serling, Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, or Philip K. Dick, you will love JZ Murdock's stories. His style is unique, his vision is original, and his voice is unforgettable. His very first published horror story, "In Memory, Yet Crystal Clear," is a chilling tale of a dystopian America when a single mentally unbalanced man alters his physiology in order to handle all of America's advertising. Bizarrely, America buys frighteningly into it. Also available as an audiobook on Audible and Amazon. Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of the most versatile and creative writers of our time. JZ Murdock will take you on a journey you will never forget. With an impressive repertoire of short stories published in his own books and various anthologies alongside other esteemed authors, JZ Murdock seamlessly combines his passion for storytelling with his academic background. After earning a degree in psychology and phenomenology from Western Washington University, he has played significant roles as a Sr. Technical Writer in the world of PNW IT, contributing to the successes of high-level IT teams including one dedicated to national and international cybersecurity issues. Since 2010, JZ Murdock has captivated readers and enthusiasts alike through his popular blog at Murdockinations.com. The extensive collection of 1500+ thought-provoking articles serves as an invaluable archive, preserving his unique perspectives and insights. It's life as he has seen it and evolved into our ever new world. Adding to his creative endeavors, JZ Murdock's latest film production is an antiwar documentary, "Pvt. Ravel's Bolero," which stands as a remarkable "filmic poem" and has won over 150 film festival Official Selections and winning laurels. Garnering acclaim within a week of its release in January 2022, the film has repeatedly triumphed as "Best Film" in various categories including Best Documentary, Best Experimental film and other categories across international film festivals. Continuing his success, JZ Murdock's p...

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      EarVu - JZ Murdock

      EARVU

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      I woke up late. But then I hadn’t slept very well. So when I got to work I wasn’t exactly on time. As it turned out, no one really noticed. The building was empty when I got there; except of course, for the Guards. Several hours later, still no one had shown up for work and I had to wonder. What happened to Garrison and Johnson? Johnson hadn’t come in yesterday, either. No one seemed to be at home when I called later. No one called and no one answered their cell.

      If there is no word by tomorrow, I’ll have to assume something significant is at play here. Could it be some kind of industrial espionage, kidnapping? If so, then why was I still here? Or, was I next? Certainly, this research is important enough. But for people to-- disappear?

      If that’s the case then why one at a time?

      About midday I spoke in the hallway with one of the Guards making security rounds. He told me that Johnson hadn’t signed out the night before last and it was the same for Garrison last night. So, where were they? I had left a little early yesterday for a dental appointment so I didn’t know when Garrison might have left. Then the Guard said that still there were no signs of my coworkers today. I thanked him and he continued on with his rounds throughout the rest of the facility; our lab being only one of eight buildings in the complex that they canvassed on a semi-hourly basis.

      Back in the lab, through the windows I could see the facility’s octagonal shaped center court with its eight encompassing buildings. Others were visible working in those buildings across from ours, quite oblivious to my concerns. There was nothing else to do but return to the day’s research. Actually, it was mostly paperwork today and most of that was number crunching.

      Hours later, dusk began its quick decline. Those across the courtyard had mostly left for their homes and families. Though I was alone, I kept feeling a presence and I began to look over my shoulder from time to time. Tired, I had tried to take a nap at lunchtime, I just couldn’t relax long enough to sleep. I stopped my review of the data on my monitor and looked around at the empty lab with its five walls and various offices and supply rooms.

      `Where the hell are they?' The thought kept nagging at me. Who should I call?

      I picked up a pack of Garrison's cigarettes that were sitting on one of the lab tables and absent mindedly removed one. I scouted around for a lighter. Finding none, I suddenly realized I had quit smoking years ago. My temper flared momentarily, inexplicably, until I remembered that it had after all, been my decision to quit. My nerves were on edge. I picked up my pen and tried once more to write the thoughts which these past few hours had continually eluded me; but

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