Behind Him

Chapter 1

Khione Louelita Silay, a name bestowed upon her by one of the compassionate nuns who presided over the humble orphanage that became her sanctuary and nurturing abode throughout her formative years Khione Louelita let out a long, deep breath, a sigh of relief escaping her lips.

Fortunately, after an arduous three-month period filled with relentless pleas and fervent supplication, 'I was granted the privilege of working from the comfort of my own home!' Sufficient it shall be for the woman to descend gracefully upon her knees, consumed by an overwhelming surge of pure joy.

Three months prior, the esteemed National Bureau of Investigation, renowned for its discerning eye in selecting top-tier talent, extended an offer to none other than her, an individual whose expertise in the field of computer information technology was nothing short of exceptional.

With great anticipation, she accepted the prestigious role of counterintelligence analyst, fully aware of the weighty responsibilities that awaited her. In addition to her involvement in governmental affairs, Khione possesses a remarkable talent for the art of hacking.

The task at hand demanded a meticulous veiling of her true self. She spent her formative years in an orphanage, a haven set up by the kind Department of Social Welfare and Development. It was there that she sought solace—her refuge from a tumultuous past marred by parental neglect.

Khione possesses knowledge of them, for during her time of residence at the orphanage, she was only four or five. She remained under the care of the Department of Social Welfare and Development until the moment arrived when she was entrusted to the care of an orphanage.

She resided in that place until the completion of her academic pursuits. In the confines of the orphanage, her latent talents were unveiled when she fortuitously stumbled upon an antiquated personal computer. At the tender age of ten, she fearlessly delved into the intricate world of cyber espionage, defying all odds as she skillfully hacked into a highly fortified government site.

The site lay dormant for an entire week, untouched, and left behind a direct consequence of her actions. And so, the government found itself consumed by an insatiable curiosity regarding her. In a mutually beneficial arrangement, the government undertook the responsibility of providing her with a comprehensive education, while she, in turn, committed herself to serving the government in a professional capacity.

In the pursuit of her professional duties, she finds herself compelled to exercise an abundance of caution, particularly when it comes to the information that crosses her path and graces her eyes.

Within the vast expanse of this technological field, a collection of files exists, shrouded in an aura of utmost secrecy and confidentiality. These files, carefully safeguarded from prying eyes, are reserved solely for the discerning gaze of the government and its esteemed superiors.

At the tender age of twenty, she found herself the proud owner of a charming townhouse, a testament to her remarkable achievements. This extraordinary privilege, bestowed upon her by her generous employers, came with a small caveat: the salary portion was regrettably omitted, leaving her somewhat undercompensated for her invaluable contributions.

The government unceremoniously reduced her salary, a decision that most likely resulted from the fact that they had paid for her education. Confidence radiated from their conviction that she possessed the necessary skills and abilities to successfully complete the assigned task.

In accordance with the binding agreement she affixed her signature to upon the culmination of her academic journey, it is incumbent upon her to dedicate a span of five years to the highly regarded NBI Counter Intelligence Department.