Two's return [DARK MATTER FANFIC]

Chapter 5 Inside help

While Three, Five, Six and Nyx were quietly discussing ways to escape they kept looking around the area noticed some prisoner, he wasn't somebody 

It was Ryo Ishida or Four.. What is he doing in prison? He's the emperor of Zyron this makes no sense.. They thought as they stared at each other looking dumbfounded

As they exchanged bewildered glances, Nyx couldn't help but voice the incredulity they all felt. "What in the cosmos is the Emperor of Zyron doing locked up in here?"

Three's eyes narrowed in suspicion. "Something doesn't add up. Zyron's emperor doesn't just end up in a prison cell without a reason. There's more to this than meets the eye."

Five, ever the strategist, began to piece together the puzzle. "Perhaps it's a coup or a conspiracy. Someone must have plotted against him."

Ryo Ishida, or Four as they had known him during their missions, had always been a formidable leader. The idea of him being imprisoned was as ludicrous as it was concerning.

Six, the group's tech expert, pulled up data on their wrist-comm. "There's no mention of any coup or rebellion in Zyron. This seems to be a covert operation."

Ryo approached them as he spoke "Its been a while hasn't it? I'm surprised you're all here but Two, don't tell me she betrayed you all." Ryo said with a chuckle

"It's not that surprisingly. Dwarf Star Technologies took her and called the GA on us." Nyx said

"Oh thats unfortunate" Ryo said as he shrugged and began walking away

They all looked dumbfounded as Nyx followed Ryo 

"Well?" Nyx asked getting a weird stare from Ryo "Don't you want to help us get her out of there?" Nyx asked

Ryo chuckled before speaking "Oh Nyx your very funny, but no.. I'm only willing to help you get out if you do that for me, after that we part ways." 

Nyx's jaw tightened with frustration. "You're asking us to break you out in exchange for helping us rescue Two? That's not exactly a fair deal, Ryo."

Ryo's expression remained nonchalant. "Fairness has little place in the world we inhabit, Nyx. But I assure you, my offer is mutually beneficial. I have resources and knowledge that could be of great assistance to your cause."

Nyx glanced back at their companions, silently conveying the weight of the decision that lay before them. After a moment of deliberation, they turned back to Ryo.

"Fine," Nyx conceded, their tone firm. "We'll help you escape, but only if you provide us with everything we need to get Two out of Dwarf Star's clutches. And once both tasks are complete, we part ways as agreed."

Ryo nodded, a sly smile playing at the corners of his lips. "Agreed. Let's get to work then. Time is of the essence." With that, they began to strategize their daring escape plan, knowing that their fates were now intertwined in more ways than one.

-- At Dwarf Star Technologies --

Two remained imprisoned within the confines of Dwarf Star Technologies, her mind racing with thoughts of escape. Despite the physical and emotional toll of her captivity, she refused to succumb to despair, clinging to the hope that her comrades would come to her rescue.

Meanwhile, in a secluded corner of the facility, a group of scientists huddled together, their voices hushed as they discussed their latest breakthrough. Among them was Dr. Shaw, his expression grim as he pored over the data displayed on the holographic screens before him.

"It's imperative that we proceed with caution," Dr. Shaw said, his tone grave. "The subject's nanites are highly unstable, and any further experimentation could prove fatal."

His colleagues nodded in agreement, their faces etched with concern. They knew all too well the risks involved in their work, but the allure of scientific discovery outweighed their fears.

"You can't do this.. You have to let me go!" Two yelled with anger and sadness as she tried breaking the restrains that held her down onto the surgical chair.

Despite Two's desperate struggles, the restraints held firm, imprisoning her within the cold, sterile confines of the laboratory. 

With each futile attempt to break free, her frustration grew, mingling with the searing pain of her captivity.

Her voice echoed off the walls, a poignant cry for freedom that reverberated through the empty room. But there was no one to answer her plea, no one to offer solace in her darkest hour.

As she gazed up at the harsh overhead lights, a single tear trickled down her cheek, a silent testament to the agony of her imprisonment. 

In that moment, she felt completely alone, her spirit battered and broken.

Alexander was in his office looking through paperwork as he heard from his radio "Sir we are getting a call from an unknown user who wishes to speak to you." His secretary said

"Patch them through" Alexander said with a sigh as he fiddled with the pen in his hand, while his secretary was switching the caller to Alexander.

As Alexander answered the call he saw Emperor Ryo Ishida on the other side of line it seemed to be as if Ryo was in his office.

"Ah, Emperor Ryo Ishida. I'm surprised to see you have called." Alexander said with a chuckle as he continued "A few rumors were going around that you were in prison, I'm guessing that was false." Alexander said with a grim smile his suspicion obvious to Ryo

"I'm here to offer you a deal." Ryo said crossing legs

"I'm afraid that I'm not interested." Alexander said as he was about to hangup 

"Hold on wait..! How about you hear me out first?" Ryo asked Alexander contemplated for a moment before nodding "Go on." Alexander said

"I have my fair share of spies and rumor has it you got The Razz arrested however Portia Lin was presumed, dead..?" Ryo began 

"Now don't try convincing me because I know she's alive and she's in your custody, not to fear however as I don't want her. I only want to visit because she has very valuable information that I need." Ryo said

"And what do I get in this?" Alexander asked still suspicious 

"Well its a no brainer that The Raza will find a way to escape and when they do they will be merciless to you, so I could lend you some of my ships and trusted troops to assist you for when they come." Ryo said in a convincing tone

 Alexander's expression remained unreadable as he weighed Ryo's offer carefully. The idea of cooperating with the Emperor of Zyron was both enticing and fraught with peril, but in their current predicament, he couldn't afford to dismiss it outright.

"I'll consider your proposal, Emperor Ishida," Alexander said, his tone guarded. "But know that any assistance you provide will come with conditions. And should you betray my trust, there will be consequences."

Ryo nodded, a sly smile playing at the corners of his lips. "Of course, Mr. Rook. I wouldn't dream of betraying an ally. Let's just say it's in both our interests to maintain a mutually beneficial relationship."

With that, the call ended, leaving Alexander to ponder the implications of Ryo's offer.  

The wall from Ryos side was moved out as Six asked "So?"

"Hes convinced he said he would consider it." Ryo said with a smirk

"He's so naive" Five said leaning against the wall as she sighed and Nyx chuckled

"Thats just an advantage for us" Nyx said

Ryo's smirk widened as he leaned back in his chair, his expression a mix of amusement and satisfaction. "Indeed. His ignorance will work in our favor. With him trusting us, we'll have the upper hand in no time."

Nyx nodded in agreement, a glint of determination in her eyes. "Let's use this opportunity to our advantage. We'll play along with Rook's plans for now, but we'll be ready to find and save Two when the time is right."