DieselPunkMachine

Sphinx looked at the terrified shopkeep. “We can end this once and for all: No more living in fear.” Otis shook his head. “You make it sound so simple. You think we haven’t tried before?” “Have you tried destroying the radio tower? Because I suspect that’s how they’re controlled.” Otis paused as if his mind was latching onto Sphinx’s statement. “N-no. But I want no part of it: No part! I have a family.” He started to move away. “I have to do what’s best for us.” Maddie scowled. “Damnit Otis! Do you want to keep living in the threat of this deranged scientist?” “At least we’re living!” he shouted as he bolted for it. Tex started to go after him but Sphinx stopped him. “Let him go, he’s just scared. Let’s get out of here and...” There was a crashing noise as Maddie used her newly pilfered hatchet to smash open part of the counter. “Is that necessary?” Webster grumbled. “Yup,” Maddie replied as she placed a few sticks of dynamite on the counter. “It’s where he keeps the