The skyscrapers of the great city rose up in front of the small bus as it approached its final destination. The building's stood as quivering silhouettes against the blackened sky, and as the sun's brilliance cascaded over the land the silver towers that seemed to pierce the dark awoke with a clash of light. The peeks were well defined as the sun climbed over the horizon line, trying to take its place in the skies as the whole town erupted into life. The coach roared through the dirty streets, passing clumps of homeless, hungry people who stood as ants in comparison to the magnificent works of man that looked down on them. The blackness of the night ebbed away to show a blue that added to the striking scene that was the focus of the band of six. High, fluffy clouds drifted sleepily in the sky as the morning was finally upon the tired people of Manhattan, who seemed to ignore the structures that stood tall around them. Logan and his group stepped out into the awe-inspiring place that they were now apart of, even Cindy forgot the rip in her heart that was left by Manticore as she surveyed the scene. All six of them looked at each other, and a new bond fixed their last moments together as a mark in time. Logan smiled to his family, and whispered to all,

"See you on the other side"

Day 2 09:00

All six reported in one time this morning at 06:00 hours. Mark 03 has given information as to the groups over all productiveness; she says that mark 01 and 02 have been co-operating with the plan. They have as yet been unable to locate Doctor Tinga Davis.

Report ends: Filed by Major Sketch Lydecker

Day 2 18:00

Mark 05 reports a sighting of Doctor Davis north of the city. All units have converged in on the area, however mark 04 has continued to scout the city of her own accord. We assume that she is under orders from the chairwoman.

Report ends: Filed by Major Sketch Lydecker

Brinn and Zack stopped as they turned down the back street in downtown Manhattan. They listen intently to the noises around, and then Zack whirled around, grabbing a hooded figure who tried to go up behind them. Brinn grabbed an arm and forced a small hand knife out of their fist. She pinned him to the wall, and Zack pointed a small handgun at his head.

"We've asked nicely, now tell us where Tinga Davis is!"

He gulped and his eyelids flickered. Zack removed the safety from the gun and placed it between his eyes.

"She's…left the city…" he said before falling into a coughing fit. Brinn let him crumple to the ground, and Zack switched his radio on.

"Mark two reporting in. Contact turned up possible lead, Davis looks to have left the city"

He turned it off, and wrapped his arms around Brinn. She gave a self-conscious smile, then her body relaxed and she put her head on Zack's chest.

"Brinn, we can't ignore an opportunity we have here," Zack began, "we all know that this mission gives us a freedom that we have never had…Brinn, do you…"

Brinn put a finger to Zack's lips. She kissed him, and rested her nose on his.

"Zack, this may sound strange…but I can't leave Manticore. It's not what you think…it's…"

"Cindy?" Zack finished. Brinn nodded, she was surprised that it was that obvious.

"I can see that she has become very dependant on Manticore, I can't leave her there…I have to make sure that she doesn't turn into a completely mindless soldier…I'm sorry"

"You have nothing to be sorry for…" Zack said, and he held her closer.