Fentanyl E001: The Last Battle (Book 2)

Chapter 23: Unraveling Truths

Nisha Point of View

"Seven years ago, I was created. He was merely experimenting with me to resurrect me after I died. I'm the first robot he's successfully experimented with. Scarlette Claydell Dwyne is my name."

What I had heard immediately weakened me. I felt like a statue, unable to believe what I was seeing. How long will this feeling last? Why do some people have to lead greedy lives? Do I have to wait for another existence to avoid being startled like this? I have no idea what is going on around me. Shawn vanished because he couldn't recall anything, and my brother was the one who did something to him. Suddenly, Shawn's sister emerged out of nowhere, and what was even more unexpected was that she's a robot.

Kuya didn't respond to my reaction, so I looked at him. It seemed as though he expected me to react this way. That's when I recognized the woman: she's Shawn's sister, and they both have the same appearance.

"Does Shawn know about this?" I inquired about him. As I stared at his mask, I had no idea where he was looking. Even my brother refused to show me his true face. What else was there for him to conceal? Was it because of my personality?

"He isn't supposed to know anything anymore. He has completely forgotten everything," he responded coldly.

"What does it all mean?" I asked him again, my voice trembling.

"You'll find out soon enough."

"Brother! How much longer will you keep me in the dark about everything you do? It's as if you've turned me into one of your puppets!" I yelled at him while seated on the bed. The weight of it all made me want to cry, but when I tried, it felt as if my personality had vanished.

"Nisha, I told you to embrace everything! So, I'll just sit here and wait for you!" He responded. His remark left me silent. He was right; my fear had always caused me to be late in understanding the truth. He turned around, ready to walk away, but he came to a halt at the door. "Take care of yourself. You'll be able to comprehend everything one day. They made me this way, and I'd never be this way if they hadn't given me a life that was unworthy of me."

I watched him leave, feeling a mix of emotions. Confusion and frustration still clouded my mind, but deep down, I knew he had his reasons for keeping secrets. As I sat alone in the room, I resolved to find the answers on my own and to face whatever truths lay ahead.

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I emerged from the bathroom, my mood far from pleasant. The weight of what I had learned was driving me close to insanity. I turned my gaze back to Scarlette, who remained in the same position as before. I took a deep breath, feeling the need to adjust to the predicament of Shawn's sister. I wasn't entirely sure of my brother's motives, but I had a strong feeling that his actions were connected to the unfolding situation. Perhaps he was right. Before seeking answers from others, I knew I had to fully come to terms with everything myself.

Changing into my old clothes, I hesitated for a moment, contemplating Scarlette's presence. My brother had mentioned that she could be approached and that she would respond.

Summoning courage, I approached her bedside and gently called her name, "Scarlette?"

To my surprise, she slowly turned her head, her eyes meeting mine. There was a glimmer of recognition in her expression. "Nisha," she murmured, her voice soft but audible.

A wave of relief washed over me as I realized she was still reachable, despite whatever had happened to her. I didn't know what lay ahead, but I was determined to face it bravely and seek the truth, not just for myself but also for Shawn and Scarlette.