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“But you have to realize, what you’re about to do is truly unprecedented in Cetherland’s history -a mission that’s considered impossible.”
Benedict’s whole demeanor shifted. He dropped the playful attitude and was all business now.
“I know, Mr. Benedict. I’ll do everything I can to help Dane.”
Tilda’s reply was just as earnest.
“Good. I hope that next time I call, I’ll get to hear good news from you all.
“I’ve seen what you’re capable of. The younger generation really does outshine the old. The future is yours.
“If helping you even gives Cetherland the slightest chance to pull off this so–called impossible task, I’ll gladly pay any price!”
Back in the day, Benedict and his brother Wesley had watched as foreign hackers invaded Cetherland’s national network, acting all smug and gloating. Fueled by their patriotic spirit, they rallied Cetherland’s best hackers and launched a counterattack against anyone daring to mess with their country’s cyberspace.
With their superb wisdom and skills, they pulled off a comeback so spectacular that the world finally took notice. After that, no one dared underestimate Cetherland’s cyber talent again.
After all these years and everything they’d been through, they’d grown wiser, less impulsive.
But that deep–rooted love for their country had never faded. If anything, it had grown even stronger and sharper with time.
Maybe just this once, they could afford to be a little reckless—for the sake of the girl they believed in.
They decided to trust her.
“We will, I promise!”
When Tilda and the others arrived at Lab Seven’s base, they made it through several rounds of security scans and checks before meeting Manfred,
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“Come on, Queen, I’ll take you to see Professor Kerrigan.”
“Thank you.”
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They walked through long corridors, took the elevator, and Manfred used his ID to send them to the lowest level.
The elevator dropped quickly.
Ding-
The doors slid open.
Manfred led them through a sanitizing room and into the lounge.
Dane was already waiting for them.
“Dane!”
Tilda’s face lit up as she rushed over to Dane.
He caught her and gently stroked her head.
“Dane, you’ve lost weight. Look at those dark circles and that beard…
“I know research matters, but you still need to take care of yourself.”
Dane only stroked her hair, his eyes gentle as he told her silently, I’m fine. Don’t
worry, Tilda.
“Liam will be working with you on the lithography machine and collecting samples to assist in treating your condition.
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