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CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE
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MAX Yet again another brain signal test, this time being handled by River. I lay on the hospital bed, trying to calm my racing thoughts as River attached sensors to my head and wrists. He was running some special tests on my brain to measure my energy levels, and I was more than a little nervous."Okay, Max, just relax," River said, his voice soothing and calm. "This is going to be a piece of cake. Or, you know, a piece of pie. I'm more of a pie person myself."I couldn't help but laugh at his silly comment, and River smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "That's it, just relax. Let your mind wander to happy places."I took a deep breath, trying to do as he said. But my mind kept wandering back to the tests, and what they might show. River seemed to sense my nervousness, and he placed a gentle hand on my shoulder."Hey, Max, I've got an idea," he said. "Let's play a game. I'll tell you a story, and you just listen, okay?"I nodded, and River launched into a ridiculous tale about
Last Updated : 2024-12-23The Nexus Point CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE
NIKLAUS I was busy working on a project in the barracks when my comm ring beeped, signaling an incoming message. I glanced down to see Shane's name flashing on the screen. I hesitated for a moment before answering, tuning in from the ring to a holographic display on my wall, wondering what he wanted."Klaus," Shane's voice came through the ring, sounding anxious. "How's Max doing? Is she adjusting okay in Vortex?"I leaned back in my chair, trying to gauge Shane's intentions. "She's doing alright, I guess. It's been an adjustment for her, but she's a tough kid. She'll get through it."Shane's voice took on a pleading tone. "I want to see her, Klaus. I need to make sure she's okay. Can I come to Vortex? Or can she come to me? I just really need to see her."I shook my head negatively without even processing his request properly. "No, Shane. That's not possible. It's not safe."Shane's voice rose in protest. "But I have to see her! I have to make sure she's okay. You can't just keep he
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HENRY I followed Arlo through the winding corridors of the Synod facility, my mind racing with questions. Where were we going? What was the purpose of this secret base? Arlo had been tight-lipped about our destination, only revealing that it was a facility that few people knew about. As we walked, I caught glimpses of heavily fortified doors and layers of security checkpoints. This was clearly a high-clearance area, and I began to feel a sense of excitement and trepidation. Finally, we arrived at a large metal door with a sign that read "Eclipse Facility". Arlo swiped his ID badge, and the door slid open with a hiss. Inside, I was greeted by a sleek, modern laboratory filled with rows of workstations and state-of-the-art equipment. At the center of the room, a large, cylindrical device hummed with energy. Arlo smiled, his eyes gleaming with pride. "Welcome to the Eclipse Facility, Henry. This is where we're working on the next generation of NX Chromazon technology." I followed h
Last Updated : 2024-12-25The Nexus Point CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE
HENRY I sat down with Shane, still trying to seek his advice on the same matter that had been weighing heavily on my mind. "Shane, I need to ask you something," I said, trying to phrase my question carefully as soon as he heard me he turned in bid to leave"Shane, please? it would be quick, I promise." I promised making him stay a bit."What's up, Henry?" Shane asked, his eyes now mixed with a bit of curiosity."If you found something big, something life-changing, would you take it?" I asked, studying his reaction.Shane leaned back in his chair, a thoughtful expression on his face. "That depends," he said slowly. "If it's for a good cause, something that could really make a difference in people's lives, then yeah, I'd take it. But if it's not, if it's just for personal gain or to hurt others, then no, I wouldn't touch it.... Considering the decisions you have been making lately, I am tempted to believe the latter."I nodded, taking his words to heart. Shane was a good person, someon
Last Updated : 2024-12-27The Nexus Point CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR
MCKENNA I sat at the head of the table, surveying the tense faces of my fellow Phoenix-5 members. We were gathered in our makeshift meeting room, a spacious and secure space deep within our Vortex base."Alright, let's get down to business," I said, trying to keep my tone neutral. "We all know that things have been getting increasingly difficult out there. Going outside to get supplies has become a serious risk, despite our best efforts to manufacture most of our own products."Wyatt nodded in agreement. "We've had a few close calls already. It's only a matter of time before Synod catches on to our location."Ezra spoke up, his voice firm. "That's why I have been suggesting us shutting down the program to help other NX-5'S. We can't keep putting ourselves and others at risk just to help a few people."I raised an eyebrow, surprised by Ezra's suggestion. "Why do you want to shut down the program, Ezra? We've been doing this for years, and it's made a real difference in people's lives.
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SHANEI sat at my desk, my eyes scanning the sleek, computer screen in front of me. My mission was to get information about the experiments being conducted at Synod, but I knew that wouldn't be easy. I had to be careful, subtle, and discreet.As a new recruit, I had been given limited access to the Synod's computer system as well as everything happening underground. But I had always known that there was more to the system than met the eye. I had heard rumors around the office of secret files and hidden databases, and I was determined to find them.I started by browsing through the files that I had been given access to. They were mostly routine reports and memos, but I was hoping to stumble upon something that would give me a lead. As I scrolled through the documents, I noticed that some of them were encrypted. I made a mental note to try and crack the encryption later.Next, I decided to try and hack into the system. As an NX-1 my enhanced capacity and life long experience with comput
Last Updated : 2024-12-28The Nexus Point CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX
RIVER I was walking down the hallway, lost in thought, when suddenly I felt a jolt as I collided with someone. Apologetic, I turned to face the person I had bumped into, and my heart skipped a beat.She was stunning, around 5'2 with deep black eyes and dark skin with afro curly hair and her bright green eyes sparkled as she smiled at me. I felt like I had been punched in the gut, my breath caught in my throat."Oh, I'm so sorry," I stuttered, trying to regain my composure. "I wasn't watching where I was going."She laughed, a melodious sound that sent shivers down my spine. "It's okay, I wasn't either," she said, her eyes crinkling at the corners.I felt like a clumsy fool, but I couldn't help staring at her. She was wearing a medical coat with a bright yellow sundress, and her skin glowed with a warm, golden light eluding her dark skin."I'm River," I said, holding out my hand, trying to play it cool."Alice," she replied, her hand touching mine, sending a jolt of electricity throug
Last Updated : 2024-12-29The Nexus Point CHAPTER THIRTY-SEVEN
MAXINE I sat down next to Alice, feeling a mix of emotions swirling inside me. I was angry, hurt, and frustrated, and I didn't know how to process it all."Alice, I'm so glad I ran into you," I said, taking a deep breath. "I need to talk to someone about this, and I know I can trust you."Alice smiled and nodded, her eyes filled with concern. "Of course, Max. What's going on?"I took another deep breath, trying to calm myself down. "It's the safety program," I said, my voice shaking. "Phoenix-5 is shutting it down, and Klaus is blaming me for it."Alice's expression turned sympathetic. "Oh, Max, I'm so sorry. That must be really tough for you to deal with."I nodded, feeling tears prick at the corners of my eyes. "It's not just that," I said, my voice cracking. "It's that Klaus said some really hurtful things to me. He said that maybe we should just give me back to Synod, like I'm some kind of burden or something."Alice's eyes widened in shock. "Max, that's awful. I'm so sorry he sa
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The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-EIGHT
MAXINE I stood tall, my heart racing with excitement as I faced the entire Vortex team. McKenna, with a warm smile, stepped forward and began the initiation ceremony."Maxine, from this day forward, you are a full-fledged member of Vortex. You have proven yourself to be a valuable asset to our team, and we are honored to have you by our side."The room erupted in applause as McKenna handed me a sleek, silver badge with the Vortex logo emblazoned on it. I took it, feeling a surge of pride and belonging.Klaus, standing off to the side, caught my eye. He was beaming with pride, and I could sense a hint of relief emanating from him. I smiled, feeling a sense of gratitude towards him for believing in me.McKenna continued, "As a member of Vortex, you will be part of an elite team that takes on the toughest missions. You will be working closely with Phoenix-4, our top-tier operatives, to take down threats and protect the innocent."I felt a thrill run through me as I glanced at the Phoeni
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-SEVEN
MCKENNA I walked into the room, finding Maxine sitting on the couch, looking calm and collected. I had been tasked with informing her of the final testing she would have to undergo before being cleared as a member of Vortex."Maxine, I'm here to discuss the final stage of your testing," I said, taking a seat across from her.She looked up at me, a hint of curiosity in her eyes. "What's the test?"I smiled, impressed by her eagerness. "It's a simulation exercise, designed to push your skills and abilities to the limit. But I have to warn you, it won't be easy."Maxine nodded, a determined look on her face. "I'm ready. I want to end this testing and prove myself as a valuable member of Vortex."I was taken aback by her response. Most recruits would be hesitant, even fearful, of the final test. But not Maxine. She was eager to prove herself, to show that she was worthy of being part of our team.As I looked at her, I realized that she had no idea what was truly going on. She didn't know
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-SIX
NIKLAUS I strode into the room, my eyes locking onto Max's fiery gaze. I could sense the tension emanating from her, and I knew I was the cause. I took a deep breath, preparing myself for the confrontation."Max, can we talk?" I asked, my voice low and even.She raised an eyebrow, her expression a perfect blend of indifference and annoyance. "What's there to talk about, Klaus?"I took a step closer, my eyes never leaving hers. "I want to know if you're still angry with me."Max let out a dismissive laugh, her shoulders shrugging slightly. "Angry? Klaus, you're not that important to me. I don't waste my emotions on people who don't deserve them."Her words stung, but I pressed on. "I understand that I hurt you, and for that, I'm truly sorry. But I was hoping... maybe we could start over. Be friends, at least...I admit my mistake and I am very sorry, especially since you gave us the solution to our current...... problem."Max's expression turned glacial, her voice dripping with disdain
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVE
ELEANOR I stood in a nicely lit room, surrounded by a group of strangers who, like me, had been hired as cleaners for Synod. We were about to undergo our training, and I could feel a sense of anticipation and nervousness in the air.The instructor, a tall, imposing figure with a stern expression, stood before us. "Welcome, cleaners," he said, his voice firm. "You are about to embark on a journey that requires vigilance, secrecy, and wit. You will be tasked with disposing of... materials that are sensitive in nature. It is imperative that you understand the gravity of your role and the importance of discretion."He led us through a series of steps, each one designed to drill into us the importance of secrecy and caution. We were shown how to handle sensitive materials, how to navigate the facility without drawing attention to ourselves, and how to respond to unexpected situations.But it wasn't just about the practical aspects of the job. The instructor also emphasized the importance
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-FOUR
SHANEI sat in front of my computer, my eyes scanning the lines of code as I worked to hack into the Synod system. My goal was to approve Eleanor's resume, to make sure she got the job as a cleaner. It was a risk, I knew, but I had to do everything I could to help her get inside.My fingers flew across the keyboard as I worked, my mind racing with the possibilities. I had to be careful, had to make sure I didn't leave any traces of my hack. Synod's security was top-notch, and if they suspected even for a moment that someone had breached their system, they would lock down tighter than a drum.I worked quickly, my heart pounding in my chest. I navigated through the system, avoiding the security traps and firewalls that were designed to keep people like me out. Finally, I reached the database of job applicants, and I quickly located Eleanor's resume.I approved it, making sure to cover my tracks as I did so. I deleted any logs of my activity, making it look like the approval had come fro
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE
ELEANOR I sat across from Shane, his eyes locked intensely on mine. "I need your help, Eleanor," he said, his voice low and urgent. "I need more eyes inside Synod. I need to know what's going on, what they're planning."I nodded, my mind racing with the implications. I had always been willing to do whatever it took to help my children, and if that meant helping Shane, then so be it."I'm in," I said, my voice firm. "What do you need me to do?"Shane's expression turned serious. "It's not going to be easy, Eleanor. It's risky. If we're caught, we could get killed."I felt a shiver run down my spine, but I didn't hesitate. I was willing to do whatever it took to help Shane, to help Max. My daughter was still out there, still in danger, and I would do anything to keep her safe."I'm willing to take that risk," I said, my voice steady. "I'll do whatever it takes to help you, to help Max."Shane's eyes locked on mine, and for a moment, I thought I saw a flicker of surprise. But then, his
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO
HENRYI sat across from Cora, trying to focus on the mission briefing in front of us. But my eyes kept drifting back to her, taking in the way her hair fell in loose waves down her back, the way her eyes sparkled as she spoke.We'd been working together for a while now, and I had to admit, I was starting to enjoy her company, I always have in all honesty. She was smart, resourceful, and had a quick wit that always left me smiling.As we worked, I found myself stealing subtle glances at her, trying to catch her eye and flirt a little. I knew it was low-key getting on her nerves, but I couldn't help myself. There was something about Cora that drew me in, made me want to push her buttons and see how she'd react.Cora, for her part, was trying to stay calm, but I could see the tension in her shoulders, the way her eyes narrowed slightly as she met my gaze. She was trying to keep me at arm's length, but I could sense a spark of attraction beneath the surface.As we worked, our banter becam
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY-ONE
MAXINE I lay in my bed, my body still recovering from the exertion of my training session. I had just drifted off to sleep when I heard a knock at the door. I groggily got out of bed and made my way to the door, opening it to find Klaus standing in the hallway."Hey, I just wanted to check on you," he said, his eyes scanning my face. "How are you feeling?"I shrugged, trying to play off the fatigue that still lingered in my body. "I'm fine. Just a little tired."Klaus nodded, his expression serious. "Max, I need to talk to you about something. I've been thinking, and I don't think it's a good idea for you to join Phoenix-4."I felt a surge of frustration at his words. "What are you talking about, Klaus? I've already made up my mind. I'm joining Phoenix-4, and nothing you say is going to change that."Klaus's expression turned stern. "Max, listen to me. You're not ready for this. You're still learning to control your powers, and Phoenix-4 is not a place for beginners. It's a high-risk
The Nexus Point CHAPTER FIFTY
MCKENNA I just finished checking on Max as I was told of her outburst earlier today, Klaus was not looking very pleased with me at all and I too was beginning to blame myself for what had happened. I stood before Klaus, his eyes blazing with anger and accusation. "You're the one who's been pushing her too hard, Mother," he spat, his voice venomous. "You're the one who's responsible for her outbursts."I felt a pang of guilt and regret. Klaus was right. I had been pushing Max to her limits, trying to accelerate her training and get her ready for the missions ahead. But I had forgotten the delicacy of her powers, the fragility of her control."Klaus, I'm sorry," I said, my voice soft and contrite. "I was wrong to push her so hard. I should have taken a more gradual approach, given her more time to develop her skills and control her powers."Klaus's expression didn't change, but I could sense a slight softening in his demeanor. "You were being selfish, Mother," he said, his voice still
