SENTIENT

Day Two

"The war between the Zenra and the race of Batsheva's now nearing its end. President Crisanda's request for Batshevas to surrender was rejected by the latter. 1 of the last 3 gems are now located at an unspecified location." - words spilled by the TV News.

It's 5:20 in the morning. Cold wind's passing by the city. The sun will rise soon to brighten Eumo's Utopian City. At the sky, Jet-1601, a HYPERION jet is heading to Vaanasa Rainforest, located up north, near the country's border.

In the jet, Jon and Jack, sitting quietly, mentally preparing themselves and their swords are resting next to them.

"We'll be there in 35 minutes. You still got plenty of time to prepare, heroes." said by the pilot.

"Noted." Jack said while holding and smiling at his and Helena's picture.

"Gotta say.. Martha's a nice woman." Jon said.

"I know. But Helena's better. No offense pal. Hehe" Jack replied. "Hey. I'm sorry if I can't stop them from assigning you to join this task." He added.

"It's okay. I promised my Mum that I'll get her a flower once this is over.."

Jack nodded.

"You're the only family I have." Jon added.

"I'm always with you, brother." Jack replied. "Don't you think it's unfair?" He wonders.

"Mm?" Jon while giving Jack a curious but serious look.

"The Batsheva's completely outmatched by us. It's unfair. It's like bullying someone you know you can because nothing will happen." Jack murmured.

"What are you trying to say?" Jon asked.

"I don't know but this war? I mean I'm kind of curious why other countries aren't reacting at all like trying to stop the war? I have a feeling once this war is over and all these gems are collected, another one will rampage the planet." Jack answered. "We fought side by side. We fought many wars, Jon. This war gives me a different feeling." He added while trying his best to keep his voice low.

"I fully trust the President... he knows what he's doing. We all know that the gems can create energy that can improve our environment. Which is why the President is after them. Besides, the High Council will not allow such things to happen. I'm pretty sure he consulted them first." Jon assures.

"I don't care much about the High Council. Clearly, they have agendas."

"There will be no war after this. Zenra will share it with the rest of the world. Our country's the top supercountry bud."

Jack shook his head while looking at the pilot wondering if the latter is listening.

"For thirty-minutes, Jet-1601 will be at the landing site.." the pilot reported.

Convinced that the pilot isn't listening, Jack turns his head to Jon, he crunches slowly and slightly, looking straight to Jon's eyes.

"We'll find this one out. We'll get the job done. Get the gems but secretly investigate. As much as possible, don't kill. They're an indigenous race. They're, a piece of history." He said.

"Alright, brother..." Jon said.

Meanwhile, at Howlettville, a suburban area of Eumo, Martha is sitting right at the steps of her house. She's looking at the dark sky as it slowly transform into morning yellow-orange. The sunlight starts to shine, touching her almond eyes, highlighting her long wavy auburn hair. The sign of concern and care are vivid to her beautiful face.

Her father, James, an old man comes out of the house, only to find her sitting at the stairway.

"Morning, daughter.."