Professor Zunlin looked at the holographic scan of the strange eggs. Zap, one of many research androids, adjusted a control. "Professor two of the eggs are viable, and will hatch soon. They are very strange humanoids of some sort."
"Okay Zap, lets put one into cryogenic storage, and lets get the other one into an incubator. We will of course do sme genetic modifications...." Looking at a monitor the Professor let out a sigh. "Appears to be some chromosomal damage from the radiation. There will be mutations, but hopefully we can counteract those with genetic modification. Okay Zap lets get busy."
Zap put one of the eggs in cryogenic storage as the Professor took the egg to the gene lab. "Oh what a glorious day! Another specimen to experiment on!" The Professor had no idea that the post apocalypse would be such fun.
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50 years later....
The Professor lar in the medical pod. Eygg saw that he was having difficulty breathing as he slept. His eyes opened, and turned his head, looking at Eygg. "Eygg, I have lived a long time, and I fear I do not have much time left. I'm having the androids put me back in cyro-stasis. At least until the Ai finds a way to extend my life further."
"What will I do without you Professor?" Fear creeped into his mind, and he tugged nervously at one of horns.
"The outside world is dangerous, but you may need to go gather supplies, or get replacement equipment. Whatever is needed to aid the research androids. You have plenty of equipment and vehicles; as well as your abilities."
Zap walked up quietly. "Professor the chamber is prepared. Are you ready?"
Coughing, the Professor nodded his head yes. He looked at Eygg again. The creature had kept him company since hatching, and proved to be highly intelligent. "Eygg don't be sad. Good bye for now..."
The medical pod followed Zap, floating silently down the hall Eygg didn't follow, standing silently, and shuddering, a single tear rolling down his cheek.
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