'Zaratorio: The Story Continues' is a political parable dedicated in general to everyone who believes in #PeaceinUkraine and who says #NoToWar. More specifically, it is written in support of the brave and generous women and men of Medecins Sans Fro...
Holopath is in conference with Amber, Anton and Krystle, although Jennifer and Lauren are also present.
'You must realise that we have to be very careful when we give you our technology, because it may change our timeline, as well as your own, with unfathomable consequences for humanity.'
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'So you cannot give us weapons that will help us to rescue Paulina?' asks Anton.
'Normally yes, but there are complicating factors which mean that the admiral has given me special dispensation to help you.'
'Complicating factors - can you explain?' says Amber.
'I have not been authorised to do so at present, but there is a connection with our ongoing struggle with the Pseudo-Vanir. Paulina's chrono-signature is very unusual. I cannot say any more for the moment.'
'Well, if Jennifer was to lead a successful rescue mission, then such disclosure may not be necessary' observes Krystle.
The striking redhead nods her agreement.
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***
Three days later, Jennifer, Lauren and Anton have been fully trained in the use of EEPRGs (Entropy Enhancing Power Ray Guns) and are ready to storm Anna Roland's flat. Holopath is operating a CDF (Cosmic Dampening Field) to protect both people and property in the neighbouring area. Jennifer leads her colleagues to the rear entrance to the block of flats, and awaits authorisation from Amber.
'Yes. Proceed with caution. Our scans are still being blocked, so beware of Zaratorio's trickery.'
***
'Inga. What has happened to Paulina? I fell asleep after lunch and now both P and Z must have left the flat.'
'Not exactly. The master has created a time arch in the kitchen; a special portal which I can activate if we need to leave quickly.'
BANG!!
Before Anna can reply, a huge explosion blows open the front door and Jennifer, Lauren and Anton rush into the lounge with their weapons cocked.
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'Where are they?' cries Lauren ... 'Paulina, it's me, Lauren: we've come to rescue you!'
And now a low rumbling sound can be heard from the direction of the kitchen, but by the time the SISP trio have broken down the locked door, there is nothing to be seen.
***
[Amber] 'Do you have anything to report, Holopath?'
'Yes, Professor Jessop. My technology tells me that two biotempadors, one human and one hybrid chrono-being have entered the time vortex. Their destination is still unknown.'
'I see - but can we be reasonably certain that the hybrid signature belongs to Paulina?'
'Yes, Professor. I would agree with that.'
***
'My head ... Where am I?
By the gods of Buzhan, I cannot move my hands!'
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