In the center of his screen was a perfect, highly-detailed cross-section of a luxury ocean liner.
The progress bar reappeared at the bottom of the screen, flashing a new message: Simulation complete. Environment sync... 100% Ship Sinking Simulator Download
Arthur turned back to his desk. The monitor was the only source of light left in the freezing, flooded room. On the screen, the two halves of the broken ship were sliding beneath the digital waves. In the center of his screen was a
At that exact moment, a thunderous CRACK ripped through Arthur's apartment. 100% Arthur turned back to his desk
Arthur moved his mouse over the simulation controls. The UI was stark and hyper-detailed. Instead of a typical cursor, he had a "Stress Tool." He clicked on the bow of the digital ship and dragged a line, tearing a jagged hole right through the bulkhead. Instantly, digital water rushed in.
But as the water flooded the virtual compartments on screen, a sudden, frigid draft blasted through Arthur’s bedroom. He shivered violently, pulling his sweater tight. He checked his window—it was shut tight. Yet, the air smelled heavily of salt, brine, and old, wet iron.
He scrambled to his feet, splashing through the rapidly rising water to get to the door. He grabbed the handle, but it wouldn't budge. He was trapped.