Studying the documents Zayne gave me, I search through every library and archive in Linkon City...I try my best to uncover the information about"cosmic civilizations" hidden in the biometric key, but every search has come up empty.Several days of running around have taught me one thing, though. Unlocking the key's secrets won't be something I can accomplish overnight.But right now, something else has caught my attention.
"These are special pathological cases where the subjects retain a human's physical features, but their consciousness has been eroded. Only primitive aggression and instincts remain.For now, we're designating them as"Alterum."These Alterum share one common characteristic, too. They were diagnosed with Protocore Syndrome." Jenna explained.
Protocore Syndrome...Two days ago, I received an unexpected message from Zayne at midnight. It was long after we parted ways.
"I have to go on a business trip. It's not dangerous, but we might not be able to contact each other for a while. Don't worry. P.S. I'm not going to Mt. Eternal."These sudden announcements had become the norm. I scrolled through my emojis and sent back a Happy Snowman with ellipses above its head.The words "Protocore Syndrome" act like a signal.They connect my earlier suspicions to create a clear pattern.This is under Zayne's field of expertise.Could his sudden departure be connected to these Alterum?The description of the Alterum reminds me of those so-called "specimens" I encountered in Skyhaven. With the Alterum appearing in Linkon City... Does this mean The Fountain of Atei has entered another phase?
"But according to these forum posts, a mysterious figure has appeared these past few days. They strike before the police do, and their codename is apparently"Dawnbreaker."They always manage to deal with the Alterum before the police can arrive." Tara said
"Wait, what? Another urban legend..?" Nero spoke.
"Focus"Jenna interrupts the off-topic discussion. The virtual display switches to show some photos from a crime scene. "As for these recent Alterum attacks, the police need a Hunter to investigate and detect Metaflux readings.Does anyone want to volunteer?"
Thinking these clues might help Zayne, I raise my hand without hesitation. "I'll go, Captain."
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