Language. We never really think about it until we are trying
to learn a new one. As a linguistic professor I need to constantly sharpen my
skills. That is why I applied for a sabbatical to Betelgeuse. The language
there is considered the hardest in the galaxy. If I want to keep my crown as
Earth’s leading linguist I need to conqueror all the subtleties of Betelgeusian
language.
There is one slight problem for me. On Betelgeuse only
females speak, the males are mute. I reluctantly went to the university lab for
a transformation. As you can see they did a marvelous job. Not only can I form
my mouth into the shapes needed to speak Betelgeuse language, but I am quite
beautiful if I don’t say so myself.
My work on Betelgeuse has been very successful. I extended
my sabbatical and have considered relinquishing my position at the university.
All this language has taught me other skills, too. I now know why only females
speak on Betelgeuse. All those sounds force certain skills to develop with the
mouth which are also needed for mating rituals. Okay, I admit it. I like life
as a woman. And yes, I found a mate I am in love with. So sue me. And my name
is Carol now. Don’t forget it.
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