Naughty Natali: Chapter 4: Natali Joins The Academy

Three months before her 18th birthday, Natali Blake embarked on a journey that would shape her destiny. With a heart brimming with determination and a mind filled with knowledge, she set her sights on joining the prestigious Academy of the United Coalition of Space. The application process was rigorous, requiring exceptional resumes and a thought-provoking essay that showcased the applicant’s brilliance and passion for space exploration.

As Natali sat at the kitchen table, surrounded by stacks of papers and her parents, Dr. Isabella Blake and Dr. Jonathan Blake, she excitedly read aloud excerpts from her essay on the “Gravitational Sling Shot Theory.” Her words flowed with enthusiasm as she explained how the concept of utilizing gravitational forces to propel spacecraft forward could revolutionize interstellar travel. She described the potential applications of this theory, allowing spacecraft to harness the natural forces of celestial bodies to gain speed and conserve fuel.

Her parents listened intently, their eyes filled with pride and admiration. Dr. Isabella, a renowned bio-engineer, and Dr. Jonathan, a distinguished Light Fold Drive designer, recognized their daughter’s immense potential. They had witnessed her insatiable curiosity and love for space since she was a child, and now, with her remarkable intellect and relentless pursuit of knowledge, Natali was on the path to achieving her dreams.

Weeks passed, and Natali poured her heart and soul into her application. She diligently prepared for the physical tests, pushing herself to new limits. In the 100-meter sprint, she astonished the record keepers with a time of 6.8 seconds, surpassing any previous human achievement. Her IQ test results revealed a staggering score of 173, a testament to her exceptional intelligence and problem-solving abilities.

But it wasn’t just Natali’s academic achievements that set her apart. She possessed a linguistic prowess, speaking not only English and Czech but also Esperanto, a language designed to promote global communication. In a testament to her boundless curiosity, she had also mastered two alien languages, “Xenolin” and “Stellaran”, which she had painstakingly learned through extensive research and communication with extraterrestrial enthusiasts.

Finally, the day arrived when Natali received the long-awaited acceptance letter from the Academy. With trembling hands and a heart pounding with excitement, she rushed to share the news with her family. Bursting into her older sister Olivia’s room, now 23 years old and working in a local astrometrics research facility, Natali couldn’t contain her joy.

“Olivia, guess what? I’ve been accepted into the Academy!” Natali exclaimed, her eyes shining with excitement.

Olivia’s face lit up with pride and happiness for her younger sister. “That’s incredible, Natali! I always knew you had what it takes. You’re going to do amazing things out there in the universe!”

Natali’s excitement spilled over as she raced to find Maya, her 16-year-old sister and the current president of the science club at her high school. Bursting into the room, Natali embraced Maya tightly, sharing the news of her acceptance.

“Maya, guess what? I did it! I got into the Academy!” Natali exclaimed, barely able to contain her enthusiasm.

Maya’s eyes widened in awe and admiration. “Natali, that’s incredible! You’re going to be an astronaut and explore space! I’m so proud of you!”

With her family’s unwavering support and her own indomitable spirit, Natali Blake had taken the first step toward her dreams. The journey ahead was filled with challenges and discoveries, but armed with her intellect, determination, and the love of her family, she was ready to embark on her extraordinary adventure as a member of the United Coalition of Space.