As the killer asteroid approached Earth, Robert and Julia joined other wealthy families on a large private island.


    “Robert, did you really give him everything to be here? Our properties and possessions?”


    “Sure, Jules. Does it matter? At least we’re safe here in this paradise—away from those violent mobs.”


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    “But what’s he going to do with everyone’s stuff?”


    Robert shrugged—“Everyone has their own idea of paradise. Maybe his is conquest.”


    …


    Once the asteroid struck Earth, its holographic explosion impressed many worldwide, and they laughed and cheered at the hoax. Well, many, except for those on the island.