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Emily Rust had always known about the higher-ups' experiments—things beyond this world. She had read about them as a protocol for joining the mission, but this was the first time she was witnessing it firsthand.
Although the man responsible for Sophie’s abduction was part of their military, something about his uniform seemed strange. No, it didn’t just seem strange; it was... She suddenly turned and met Daniel's eyes. In a silent exchange, he immediately stepped forward.
“What is it?” he asked her.
“Do you know this man?” Emily asked her husband, placing the device in front of him.
Daniel glanced at the screen for a second and gasped, “Captain Mock?”
“You know him?” Avanska asked.
“Yes,” Daniel replied, taking the device from his wife. “We were both stationed in Sector 17.”
“Please, English,” Rick prompted, not understandin
~~The Military Base~~Sophie was taken to a secretive underground military experimental facility. Captain Mock had ensured everything was ready before their arrival. At the center of the research lab, a bloody restraint chair awaited, surrounded by an array of brain scanners and other complex devices for monitoring blood and bodily functions.The chair was cold and metallic, equipped with thick leather straps on the arms, legs, and chest. Its surface gleamed under the harsh fluorescent lights, the sterile white walls reflecting the cold, clinical environment.Above and around it, robotic arms held various scanning devices. One machine, positioned to hover just above her head, was designed for detailed brain activity analysis. Others were stationed to monitor her heart rate and blood composition in real-time, displaying their data on multiple screens around the room.As soon as they arrived, Captain Mock swiftly secured Sophie in the chair. The machines hummed to life, sensors clampin
~~Continuation~~The general kept staring at Jane as she continued her explanation."There is only so much information the blood test can give us. We have to confront her directly to get the answers we need,” she suggested."You want to question the MANA user? Do I need to remind you just…”“No, ma'am,” Jane cut in. “I know the danger of speaking with a MANA user based on their unstable personality. But no matter the tests we perform on her, they can’t tell us how the drugs were administered. Speaking to her would be better. If the procedure is what we missed during the MANA examinations, then we have to find out how they did it.”“That’s true,” Mock said thoughtfully, seconding the idea. “Besides, there’s nothing to worry about. I already have her strapped to a chair, and she can’t do anything.”"Huh!" Gen. Dert, who had remained silent until now, sta
"I love you," I whispered, unable to contain my emotions, as I stared at Alexander Kova. My heart raced as I caught his attention."What?" Alexander, the second-in-command drug lord, asked in surprise."Oh... Nothing, sir. I was just practicing my lines," I lied, desperately trying to cover up the truth. The look he gave me earlier made it clear that he didn't want to hear those words from me, especially since I was just a child. "So, when is Natalia coming down?" I asked, attempting to shift the conversation and alleviate the awkwardness.Inside, I screamed, "I'm dying here. I need help." I couldn't believe I had fallen in love with my best friend's father. The butterflies in my stomach danced uncontrollably as I continued to gaze at him.Alexander Kova, a well-known Russian gangster based in Canada, was a mix of Russian and American descent. He was not only my college friend Natalie Kova's father but also a divorced man with two children. And to make matters worse, he despised child
My reaction to her father's presence left Nat utterly speechless and visibly shocked. "Sophie. Drooling? Ewww, that's so disgusting," she exclaimed in anger as she strode toward him."Yeah! So what? It's my drooling, not yours," I mumbled under my breath, my eyes fixed on the unfolding conversation between Nat and her father.I stood near the entrance of the room, utterly transfixed by the presence of this extraordinarily handsome man. "Oh my God! Have you ever laid eyes on such a breathtaking specimen?" I questioned myself, my heart racing. He stood tall, exuding an aura of masculinity with his muscular frame and long, neatly-tucked golden hair. His eyes gleamed like pure gold, his lips were finely sculpted, and his face bore a striking resemblance to Ares, the god of war. Even in his snug-fitting pants, it was unmistakably evident that he was well-endowed, and the mere thought of what that might entail... I couldn't help but gasp. "Seriously, is it permissible for an eighteen-yea
But.. “Nothing much, just the gangster family next door,” Father replied instead with a smug expression.“Bloody hell,” I gasped,“Sophie Language.” Motrher Yelled, turning to father with a glare, and he quickly cleared his throat or prtended to. “Sorry mom.” I said and turned to my father, “You mean to say there’s a real mafia leaving next door? Like he is our neighbor?” I questioned father with fascination. Obviously, I’ve only seen those gangsters like people on T.V, but to have one staying right next to me…. Oh Holy moly. I’ve always wanted to meet a real mafia… this might just be my luck.“Huh?” Father spat drawing aback,Sighing, “It’s a figure of speech Sophie, not the actual thing.” Mother corrected, staring … no more like still glaring at father.It clear she doesn’t want me to know… can’t blame her though, “Oh…” I turned to father with a disappointed glance, “Right, like those thing exist.” I sighed, standing up with my bag, “I should head upstairs then,” I said with a yaw
The next morning I decided to do a little work outside, since it was a weekend. I came out of my room with a tight short and mini-top. I found my parents on the dining table.“Looking sharp,” Dad said with a smile,“Morning Dad,” I greeted him,“Morning sweetheart,” he responded and continued with his tea,“Where are you going?” mom asked from the dining table,“Morning to you mom,”“Morning Love,” she smiled and turned serious, “but where are you going?” she asked again,“To work out.” I replied,“You never work out,” she said to me,“I have always worked out, mom. I just stopped when I came home,” I responded to her,“Well, I didn’t know that,” she said with a hurtful look,“They are a lot of things you don’t know about me mom. So don’t feel bad, you get to find out in no time,” I replied and Kissed both of them on the cheek, “see you later,” I said and zoomed out the front door.“Well, that’s disappointing,” Mrs Rust, grunted as she sat down with a slump,“No need to feel bad,” Dan
"Don't you dare use that tone with me, young lady? I'm your father, and I do not owe you any explanation," he snapped at her Instead, his eyes blazing with anger."Well, I wish you weren't, and I hate you! Ugh!" she yelled back, storming out of the house.He called after her, "Hey Natalie, get back here! Damn, that girl and her rebellious phase," he cursed under his breath.******I arrived home feeling furious. "Who grounds children at this age? Nat is not even a kid?" I questioned myself bitterly as I pushed the door open. "I mean, what's so wrong with working outside? I thought he was handsome, but with such an attitude, I'm starting to doubt my first impression of him." I let out a sigh and headed to the refrigerator, taking out a bottle of water. Just as I opened it, the doorbell rang.I turned, wondering who could be coming over. Opening the door, I found Nat standing outside, barefoot."Hi," she said with a shivering voice, "can I come in? I'm freezing out here.""Oh, yeah! Sor
Alex sighed heavily as he looked at the white-painted walls of the house. According to the information he had obtained, this was the only white house in the community, belonging to the highest-ranking agent in the force. It was the first time he had seen a couple of agents who had lasted together for a long time and seemed strong.The fact that Natalie had befriended the agent's daughter was unacceptable. Regardless of the disagreements between the Kova, there shouldn't be any sort of friendship with that world. "Boss, should we go in?" one guard asked him.Sighing again, Alex replied, "No... There's no need because Natalie won't come out without me accompanying her." He said and proceeded to the door, but to his surprise, the parents were absent, and he only met with the daughter. Of all the people, it had to be her? Alex thought to himself, with annoyance. ****"Is Natalie here?" he asked without sparing me a glance.‘You don't want to look at me, huh?’ I thought. "No, she is not,