Mysterious Ancient Audio Log 4
Previously: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3
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The silence was harsh against the end of the recording. It took a moment for anyone to speak up. "That was certainly an experience.." the Doc commented looking at his notes so far looking for something else to draw his attention away.
" It was something alright..", Hipswtich commented before turning towards his partner who wore a unsettled look.
Hipswtich looked at Albus who seemed tense and almost unresponsive to any of the conversation.
Before Hipswtich could say anything he noticed the mute signed," How many are left?"
It was a question the cowboy didn't quite understand at first but looked towards the box and said,"Oh..hm there's one left. It looks a little different from the others."
"I don't think it'd be a good idea to play it." Doc objected to the others.
"It's a lead and it might be something that could help." Karmor gestured in counterpoint.
"If you're sure you could handle it. Albus? You wanna weigh in on this?" Hipswtich spoke.
"Huh? Oh uh yeah sure it's fine..." Albus responded snapping out of his daze slightly.
"Alright then.", Hipswtich nodded and played the tape.
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This is Dr. Alwin Graves, Day 152 which marks as the fifth month of the 7th run of the program in our facility.
This as you know has been a few weeks after our elimination period. This patient attached to this file has refused to record due to us as our psychiatrist says *paper shuffle* grief based on emotional attachment. This minor set back has me to do the record for progress.
An interview we've had with the patient will be played here.
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G: I'm Dr. Graves and this is a routine interview to help establish progress-
K:Is this what he did instead of tapes?
G: Who are you referring to?
K: Cole, did he do this with you?
G: cole...*paper rustling* ah Candidate 82, not particularly no. He was interviewed but not in this capacity. Hmm...Unfortunately, 82 was eliminated from the program before this stage.
K: He wasn't 82, his name was Cole Edwin York. He was my friend and you made me kill him.
G: I made you killed him? Seems far fetched to me. In this report he died from a training incident. Would you have me change it to include you in it?
G:Hmm interesting.*scribbles* I think this gives us enough perspective to move forward. Don't you?
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The report is as follows other than a few behaviors outside of the signal the patient has top marks in almost all aspects except the quirk of non compliance outside of the call.
It is our next step to find a way around this drawback or solution as soon as possible.
This is Dr. Graves and it is day 206 of our program, This subjects quirks have to somehow evolve from minor to major setbacks as his act of defiance has grown.
We've tried to put him under for a slightly longer period than previous runs of the program. However during testing he has been able to resist the call for a moment. If this new found resistance grows... It could be an issue not suitable for presentation. Disposal would be a sound decision however a certain quantity of our elimination trail significantly dropped and the quota is close to being under specifications. We might have to become more experimental in order for this candidate to fully obey. If it fails...I'll file it an occupational hazard.
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Dr. Graves this is day 312 and I believe we've made headway with this particular candidate however I will have to include a follow up interview to fully confirm this as a success.
*ALARM AND SEVERAL CRASHES*
This isn't supposed to happen I don't understand how but he and the others left have gotten loose. Security forces are no longer available and all subduing measures have vanished. I-
*distant crash* Dr.Gaves? Where are you? I was hoping we could talk... I took a look at your records and would love an explanation..
Shit he's here, the phone. I might be able to call someone if I can *beeep beeep*. Disconnected? How did-
Oh look there you are I was worried I'd be looking all night.
Now hold on calm down so I can explain..
Explain what exactly? That you trained children to do as you wish however twisted the desire would be?
Mean to? Oh you didn't mean to train minors to kill for you? Yeah you see that goes out the window with several runs of this program existing.
Gosh I hate to interrupt but you see I don't have the care or the time to listen to your excuses. What I am going to do is make you a promise, I am going to first have your comeuppance delivered on a silver platter or pipe rather.
W-WAIT PLEASE DON'T *whack*
*hehehe* then I am going to destroy everything that you care for. It won't take much but by the end you and your "legacy"will be nothing but a cautionary tale.
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Hey guys I hope you enjoyed this series!
Thank you so much for the support and patience I do appreciate it so much.
I have to say this was an interesting thing to write and branch out into this format.
Hope you have a good day/night and I'll see you around!