Devin Planet

Chapter 7

     4178 was flabbergasted by the thought of anyone believing a dictatorship could work in a society. It has proven that no past government was able to succeed in their country, with poverty, famine, wars, crimes, and everything in between. The council was perfected and has never failed society nor the economy until now. The president has been murdered and people believe it's the time without the government controlling us. That's why the crimes have skyrocketed even if it's been few. He cleared his throat, wanting to ask without sounding rude, deprecating, or getting himself killed. "Out of pure interest... How do you think you will be able to break into Dana and take over? I don't think the people would like it if you murder the whole council and destroy the way things have been for thousands of years."

     The leader nodded and put his index fingers to his mouth, "There is no crime allowed, but it doesn't mean that people don't want to commit them. It's the thrill of the crime that excites ones boring life. And over the few days I have been able to gather a team of those people. You included of course."

     'I don't want to commit a crime. I just want to live and not be killed by you.' 4178 thought to himself as he then wondered if a huge chunk of his team also felt the way he felt. Were all of these people faking it just to save their lives? If they were, when would they finally have enough and stand up for themselves. Tell the leader that this was ludicrous and would end up with all of them dying.

     His members walked closer towards the two and got in front and behind them. Two in the back, two on each side, and four in the front including the leader. They were trapped in a slightly tight circle with no opening other than the inch or two openings for personal space.

     "Alright, let's go back to our base and we'll introduce you to your new home!" Extremely eager, he sped walk with the group, forcing 3007 and 4178 to walk with them.

     3007 moved closer to 4178 and squeezed his forearm slightly. 4178 turned to look at them and saw how they had no reaction to anything going on. The brave face and tone were only caused by the moonflower effects. In a good way, it showed everyone that they both were dangerous and would put up a good fight if anything. And now, even though 3007 did not feel fear or worry, they found a slight comfort in being close to 4178. If they were both interlocked, unable to be separated, everything would work out fine. 4178 smiled assuring them that they were both going to be safe. Even if he didn't really know if that were to be true. He just needed to keep it together and help 3007 keep their emotions at bay.

     The walk to the base was long and silent, only the footsteps and weapons clinking together broke the silence. Even the wind stood still. 4178 watched the path they took towards that base and noted any special buildings he saw. He knew that if given the chance to escape, he would need to know how to get back home quickly and not get lost in the process. It scared him though; how would he escape and leave unharmed. How would he take 3007 with him? 4178 would be able to escape himself but with 3007, the escape could be more difficult. Both having to make sure no attention is brought, they work together and don't mess up the plan by accidentally making too much noise, and then having to run all the way back. 3007 was athletic, but 4178 wasn't, he'd slow them both down and could cause both to get captured again. He sighed quietly knowing that as of now, there was no escape. The only plan he had, was to follow every instruction the leader gave and hope it's enough to keep himself alive.

     They made it to warehouses, far from the city. A few factories were scattered along, and most were materials that could be shaped and used as weapons. It explained how the gang was able to make weapons with ease, not having to worry about running out or not finding any when the surge hit. The leader finally stated his name in grandeur, "Welcome to The Savior #206's Home! Here you will live for the two days before the attack. After that, you will become my officers in the government. Of course I'll have the final say, but input and other perspectives are always good to have. You will be richer than anyone can imagine, and you will never have to worry about going hungry again!"