originally published Apex Digest No. 10, 2006
Baku works as a chef in a sushi place, and is haunted by his experiences in the war. The place starts getting its fish from a new company, and something about the new stock reminds Baku of a terrifying encounter he had with a strange sea creature as a young man. He investigates. And finds something awful going on. Baku infiltrates the fish warehouse, and has an encounter with a monster. He sacrifices himself to destroy it.
This is an effective but slight tale. Priest is strong on characterization and atmosphere, but its Baku's memories that are the most effective moments.
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