All Chapters of The Nexus Point : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

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

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

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

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

NIKLAUS I stood on the rooftop, gazing out at the cityscape below. River was by my side, his eyes scanning the horizon as we kept watch over Vortex's headquarters, I decided to help him with surveillance tonight to keep my mind away from things, issues at Vortex."It's quiet tonight," River said, his voice low.I nodded, my eyes never leaving the building. "Yeah, too quiet. I don't like it."Just then, my comms device beeped, signaling an incoming message. I pulled it out and saw Shane's name on the screen."Klaus, I need to talk to you," Shane's voice said, his tone urgent.I exchanged a glance with River, who raised an eyebrow. "What's up?" I asked Shane."I've got a lead on another NX-5 who wants to escape," Shane said. "But I need Vortex's help to get her out."I frowned, feeling a surge of unease. This wasn't the best time for a rescue mission. "Hold off for now, Shane," I said. "We're undergoing some...internal issues at Vortex. I don't think we're in a position to take on a ne