...so They Baked a Cake

...so They Baked a Cake is a science fiction short story by Winston K. Marks, first published in 1940. The narrative follows a disillusioned human interest columnist who joins the crew of the starship ''Albert E.'' on a mission to explore deep space using the experimental Larson Drive. As they navigate the challenges of isolation and time dilation, the crew encounters a mysterious planet and a long-lost connection that highlights the emotional complexities of human relationships amidst the vastness of space.