As the first light of dawn peeked over the horizon of Georgetown, the Aeronavis Mark I, a marvel of modern engineering, stood ready for its maiden voyage. Abraham Corcoran
Abraham Corcoran is a renowned neo-Victorian detective known for his ingenuity and a remarkable life story marked by adventure, mysticism, and technological intrigue. Born in Ireland, Corcoran left his homeland in 1890 seeking adventure in the New World. Instead, he found himself thrust into a 1904 neo-Victorian society dominated by steam-powered technology and eccentric fashion, prompting him to establish a..., the pilot and mastermind behind the airship, could barely contain his excitement as he maneuvered the blimp through the snowy skies. Beside him, J.J. SmithJohn Jacob Smith is a seasoned police officer from Georgetown, known for his bravery and unique involvement in managing time anomalies. He has become a pivotal figure in handling temporal disturbances, working undercover as Agent 93 for a secretive organization tasked with protecting the temporal integrity of his environment. Early Career and Experiences John Jacob Smith has been a fixture..., his long-time friend and fellow adventurer, gazed out with a look of awe at the landscape below, transformed into a winter wonderland.
“Christmas Eve is just around the corner, J.J. How about a little adventure?” Abraham proposed, his eyes sparkling with the thrill of the unknown.
J.J. turned, his face breaking into a wide smile. “Count me in, Abraham.”
Their journey had barely begun when the unexpected happened. As snowflakes danced around the Aeronavis Mark I, the air before them shimmered and twisted, opening a portal right in their path. Before either man could react, a figure tumbled out of the rift and landed heavily on the deck of the blimp.
Abraham quickly brought the blimp to a halt, concern etching his features. Both men rushed outside, braving the biting cold to assist the mysterious stowaway. The man was heavily bundled up, almost cocooned in layers of clothing, making it hard to discern his identity.
With effort, they carried the stranger inside, laying him down gently. As they peeled back the layers covering his face, J.J.’s eyes widened in recognition.
“Well, I’ll be damned. It’s the gentleman from the photograph,” he muttered, disbelief coloring his tone.
Indeed, it was Dr. CorneliusDr. Cornelius is a distinguished figure in the realm of theoretical physics and a luminary within the scientific community. Known for his intellectual prowess and enduring partnerships, Dr. Cornelius's career has been marked by significant achievements and collaborations that have left a lasting impact on the field of science. Early Career and Formative Collaborations Dr. Cornelius's academic journey began in..., the very same man whose photo they had stumbled upon in an old journal, detailing inventions and theories that had bordered on the edge of fantasy and reality.
As Dr. Cornelius’s eyes fluttered open, confusion and awe battled within them as he took in his surroundings. The unfamiliar faces, the strange environment—it was all too much. Overwhelmed, his eyes rolled back, and he fainted.
Abraham, ever the pragmatist, wasted no time. “We need to get him to our lair, get him warm and safe,” he decided, steering the blimp back towards their hidden sanctuary.
But fate had more in store for them. As the blimp turned homeward, a brilliant fireball streaked across the sky, capturing their attention. It crashed somewhere to the north, lighting up the horizon with an otherworldly glow.
“Did you see that?” Abraham exclaimed, his earlier excitement returning tenfold.
J.J., ever the curious soul, could only grin in response. “I did. Curious?”
“Extremely,” Abraham replied, his gaze fixed on the distant glow. Without another word, he adjusted their course, the Aeronavis Mark I now heading towards the source of the fireball.
