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Chapter 51
Natasha, Roland, and William sat around a small wooden table, their faces illuminated by the flickering screen of William’s tablet. They watched closely the video of the trial run that Rayner and Thomford had sent them. Natasha folded her arms. “You said you didn't want lives to be lost to the bioweapon, right?” “Yes,” William replied. Natasha glared at him sharply. “I find it hard to believe you were really okay with letting those men die just to prove that Ryker was creating a bioweapon.” For a moment, there was silence in the room. William and Roland exchanged a look that made Natasha feel like there was something she didn't know. She raised a suspicious eyebrow. “What is it?” “Well, the men in the video didn't actually die,” Roland replied. Natasha's eyes widened, her voice rising. “What do you mean they didn't die? I could clearly see the bioweapon taking effect and killing them.” “The actual prisoners were released with the help of Rayner and Thomford. The men you saw i
Chapter 50
The underground facility buzzed with tension. Soft lights lined the ceiling casting a glow on the polished concrete floors. There were armed guards who stood along the walls, still and focused. Seated were some of the world’s most dangerous men. Crime bosses, black market arms dealers, and paramilitary leaders. These were men who mostly lived in the shadows. Ryker walked into the room where Dr. Frankenbaum was making preparations for the showcase. The Dr. was being watched by two guards. His lab coat was neatly pressed but his face looked pale. Ryker stepped closer to him, his voice low and menacing. “I assume the weapon is ready?” Frankenbaum gave a sharp nod. “Yes, General. The compound has been synthesized and all systems are functioning.” Ryker’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Good. Because if it doesn’t work, you know the consequences.” Dr. Frankenbaum swallowed hard. “You said if it works, I’d be free to leave. That I’d get my wife and children back.” Ryker’s lips curled in
Chapter 49
“What are you doing here?” Thomford asked cautiously. “Wait….was it you who sent us the video?” Rayner interjected. “Yes. That was me. I’m glad you accepted my invitation.” William replied. William motioned to two chairs nearby. “Kindly take your seats and I’ll explain why I have asked you to meet me today.” Rayner and Thomford took their seats, both of them still cautious of William. Rayner wasted no time in questioning William “So why exactly are we here? And what was that video all about?” William took his seat across from them. “I want to stop the bioweapon project.” A look of surprise formed on both of their faces. Rayner scowled. “Why? Why now? You funded this damn project. The bioweapon wouldn’t exist without your money.” William didn’t flinch. “And that’s exactly why I’m here. Because I know what Ryker’s planning to do with it.” Thomford crossed his arms. “You’ll have to explain better.” “As you know General Ryker is planning to test the bioweapon across Crenshaw
Chapter 48
Natasha folded her arms and leaned against a metal table. “So let me get this straight. You plan to turn Ryker’s right-hand men against him?” William nodded without hesitation. She scoffed lightly. “That’s suicide. Thomford and Rayner are practically glued to his boots.” “They're loyal,” William said, “because Ryker has made them promises, but if they think he’s going to betray them…“ “They won’t take it well,” Natasha finished slowly. William turned and opened a hard case resting on the crate beside him. Inside was the AI mask. Matte black with subtle sensors lining the surface. He lifted it out gently and showed it to Natasha “This is how we make them doubt Ryker.” Natasha frowned, looking confused. “A mask? How’s that going to help” “It’s more than just a mask,” William said. “This mask the ability to perform facial mimicry and voice modulation” She crossed her arms. “So you are going to pretend to be someone?” “Not just anyone” William put on the mask and t
Chapter 47
All official reports pointed to a gas leak as the cause of the explosion. There was also evidence that Mia and her son had died in the fire. However, something didn’t feel right Natasha. She just couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to it. Her plan was to review CCTV footage around the apartment building just before and after the explosion and see if she could find anything suspicious. She sat alone in her surveillance room, staring at multiple angles from nearby street cameras. One of the cameras partially captured a van pulling up across the street. It was a dark van with no plate number and it remained idle for several minutes. No one got out, at least from the angle that she could see. And some minutes before the explosion, the van was gone. Natasha leaned in, rewound the feed, and watched again. It didn’t feel random. If it was just a passerby, why sit there? Why leave the scene so quickly? Her gut told her something was off. She pulled up another angle and th
Chapter 46
The explosion roared through the air, a fireball erupting from the fourth-floor windows. Glass and debris scattered across the street and sirens wailed in the distance. Inside the van, Jayden flinched and buried his face in his mother’s coat. She whispered, “It’s okay, baby. It’s over.” William glanced at her. “No. It’s just beginning. But you’re free now. Both of you.” Mia looked at him, her eyes brimming with tears. “They’ll think we’re dead?” William nodded. “By the time the fire department gets in, the place will be burnt beyond recognition. “The bone residue I left would confirm that they were people inside, but they won't be able to identify it. Ryker will definitely think you're dead.” William added. Mia swallowed. “But if they find out…” “They won’t,” William said firmly. She nodded, gripping her son tightly. “Thank you for rescuing us.” Meanwhile, back at the apartment was total chaos. The guards guarding the outside of the building were in shock. The guards sta
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