<p>A collection of speculative stories about desperation, love, and human nature.<br><br>Blood and Wires:<br>After technological advances began to blur the line between man and machine, the world was unprepared for The Flare, an astrological event that left the atmosphere scorched and the world's digital infrastructure severely crippled. Now, functioning mechanical implants that used to be common are the most desired commodities in demand. P...