Note: Well, the votes have been calculated, and it was pretty much
unanimous, so I think you know what's going to happen. Also, I hear that
you think Reese is annoying, I was going for disturbing and creepy, but
that works just as well. The point to it all is to make sure that you just
don't like him. And hey, I found reviewers that I didn't even know existed,
*waves hello*
Disclaimer: Does a deep belief that I own them despite the fact that I have no proof count? No, well then, I guess they're not mine.
Dedication: This time it's for those readers who I now know exist. I was almost thinking that everyone had stopped reading this. But you do exist, you really, really do!
When Reese finally worked up the will power to leave the room, he found Barbara working diligently at the computer. It seemed, to him at least, that she had taken his advice to heart. This idea brought pride to his heart since he had now actively helped in bringing Helena back. He took a moment to admire his work, but soon walked down the stairs and over to where she was sitting. Looking over her shoulder, he saw several computer signs that when put together, he didn't understand. At least it meant that she was indeed working and not looking at some dumb website while wasting time, his time. "Barbara." He acknowledged from behind.
"Reese." Her tone was met with some disdain that Reese chose to ignore. "Is there something I can help you with?"
"You could tell me what you're doing." He suggested moving closer until he was right behind her shoulders.
Realizing that he was not going to apologize, Barbara came upon the urge to sigh, but managed to hold it back. The urge to bash him in the head with her escrima sticks was not so easy to suppress, somehow though, she managed to leave Reese conscious. "Hacking back into Phoenix Inc. What else would I be doing?"
There was a challenging tone to her voice this time, and Reese was still sane enough to realize that he wouldn't win if he were to accept it. "I don't know. How long will it take?"
"I don't know. This time around I have to be more careful or we won't be getting anywhere. My guess is that it'll take a week before I'm done with everything that needs to be done." Inwardly she grimaced and clenched her teeth knowing that Reese was going to get pissed off again. However, if things got too out of hand, then she could beat the hell out of him and claim self defense. Her grimace, turned into a grin.
"What do you mean a week? Those guys flew in there yesterday, and who knows how long it'll take before Helena goes down. They could already be back at Phoenix, we should just go there." He argued while throwing his hands around wildly in an almost comical manner.
"Jumping in feet first will get us no where. Without some sort of plan all we're doing is sabotaging ourselves. They could easily capture us, and then how would we help them?" She turned her angry, and unyielding gaze upon him.
Gulping, he made his reply while trying to sound like he was still in control. "Fine, we'll do things your way for now, but it doesn't mean that I'm going to be happy about it."
"No one asked you to jack ass." Barbara snapped, his remarks finally digging their way under her skin. Reese was looking like a fish out of water with his mouth opening and closing while he tried to say something. "That's right. Just remember this Reese, you need me, but I don't necessarily need you."
"You need me more than you know." He argued pathetically.
"Do I?" She asked almost rhetorically.
"Yeah, you do. What are you going to do when it's time to go in and get her? Them?" He corrected himself. "You gonna just wheel in there and carry both of them out? Admit it, you at least need me for that part."
"They should be able to walk for themselves Reese, and if they can't, then maybe yes I will need your help. But I won't be wheeling in there. I'll be walking."
"How?" A look of confusion over took his face.
"I have my ways. So, now that we've established the fact that I don't need you right now, I'd appreciate it if you left my lab." She said.
"Fine, but I'll be back to check on your progress." His threat was empty and boring, Barbara wasn't the slightest bit worried. "If you realize that you do need me, I'll be at home picking up a few things." With that said he left the clock tower as calmly as he could manage.
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"How is the subjects progress?" Freedman asked while examining the figure in the tank with great interest.
"The memory wipe is going smoothly so far. She has a fairly traumatic past, and we thought it might be best to erase that first." A lab tech was explaining.
"That's good news. How soon until we can proceed with the implants?"
"I'd say tomorrow. By then enough of her memory will be erased, and we can start entering battle tactics, and adding the enhancements safely."
"Good, keep up the work while I go check on the other one. I'll be back tomorrow." Freedman said, and then left.
The door out led to a large room that was circular in shape, and had several different colored doors. As for himself, he had just left the yellow room, and was now crossing over to the green room.
"Dr. Freedman, I assume you're here for the progress report." A lab tech said.
"Yes, how is this one coming along?"
"We're very happy with it sir. This one has had some bad experiences, and so we're erasing the early memories first. As for how soon we'll be able to start the treatments, well, I'd say as early as tomorrow."
"Excellent news. Her and the other will be my greatest accomplishments." Freedman stated proudly. "I'll be back tomorrow to see how things are coming along."
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One week later
"It's time to go, Reese." Barbara spun her chair to look at him. During the week their plan had been finalized and both had come upon an unspoken agreement to stop antagonizing one another. After a few days progress, they found that the girls had indeed been brought in and were currently under going treatment. As much as even Barbara wanted to rush in and get the girls out of there, they realized the foolishness of that particular idea.
"It's about time." Reese acknowledged huffily. "Finally I can save you, and we can be together." This part however, was merely thought, and not spoken.
In the meantime, Barbara was putting on her spinal unit that allowed her to regain the use of her legs for a period of time. (I don't know the name of it so forgive me). Earlier, Barbara had managed to get a hold of some lab coats, and both were now clipping on their nametags. It had been stressful, it had been tiring, it had been a living hell, but now it would all be worth it, because everything was coming together. Soon Barbara would have her family back, and Reese might regain some semblance of sanity.
"Let's get this over with. I want my family back." Barbara stated as she stepped into the elevator.
"And I want mine to start." Reese quipped before also entering.
"When we come back Alfred, those girls will be with us." Barbara assured before the doors closed.
"One can only hope." Was Alfred's response lost in the emptiness of the tower.
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Deceptively calm they had invaded Phoenix Inc without a hitch as of yet. Their fake badges/keycards allowed them free access with no questions asked. Apparently, the scientists weren't afraid to get a little rough and tough, or to threaten the guards with tanks. So far it was easier than Barbara had expected, but she didn't dwell on that fact and instead chose to go about it as though it were difficult. That way, when or if something did go wrong, she could deal with it as necessary.
Barbara had insisted that both she and Reese memorize the path to the colored sections just incase only one was able to make it through. Now, both walked down it as though they had done so a million times before. Against her better judgment, Barbara had agreed to let Reese handle Helena, while she took care of Dinah. The reason behind this was not only that Reese had pitched a fit, but also that she had no reason to believe that he would take care of Dinah properly in his haste to see Helena.
After the girls were out of the tanks and safe with either Barbara or Reese, the plan stated that Barbara would plant a virus in the company's systems. An hour after they were scheduled to leave, the virus would act up erasing all of their data, and disrupting the tanks so that the people inside would be released. By that time they would be back in the tower safe and sound. And in the off event that something was wrong with the girls, both carried a sedative to calm them.
In order to get out, they decided to pull an alarm and have the building evacuated and locked down. This way, no one would notice the two lab technicians sneaking out with two of the subjects. All in all, they had agreed that it was a fairly well constructed plan; even Alfred had supported the endeavor.
Now they had arrived and everything was still going smoothly. This whole thing had been timed to where Freedman was out, he could've put a damper in their plans, but now they were free to do as they wished. With a nod they separated, Barbara stepping through the yellow door, and Reese stepping through the green door.
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For some reason only one lab assistant had been assigned to each room, and Barbara easily dispatched him. Dinah had been placed in the tank directly in front of her since she (along with Helena) was to be Freedman's greatest accomplishment. Due to the nature of the water inside the tank, Barbara couldn't see what he had done, but she prayed that the damage wasn't too severe. Walking up to it, she used a device she had made, and would trick the locking mechanisms into releasing. It worked as planed and the water began to drain. "Please be all right Dinah." Barbara begged as she watched the water get lower and lower.
Finally, the door hissed open, and Dinah took a wobbling step out only to crash into Barbara's arms. She was unconscious. "I suppose because she wasn't ready yet." Barbara mused. Laying Dinah on the floor, Barbara began to check for anything. Fortunately they gave her an outfit so she wasn't naked. It consisted of loose black pants, a black tank top, black gloves, and Barbara supposed that the odd red trench coat on the side of her tank was indeed for Dinah. Barbara noticed that there were inlays on her lips that blended in smoothly with the flesh leaving no scaring. There was no real time to check out anything else, so Barbara left her for a moment, and started up the virus.
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Reese had also taken down his own lab assistant easily, and was now anxiously awaiting the tank's door opening. Finally it did, and Reese plastered a huge smile on his face, ready to show all the concern necessary while subtly hinting that it was he who saved her. However, things didn't go as planned, and Helena collapsed before even catching sight of him. Almost disappointed, he realized that she was clothed, all in black, and that a black coat was on the side of her tank. He would bring it along since she was wet, and it would help keep her warm.
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In the circle outside the doors they both met up. "Is it done?" Reese asked with Helena in his arms.
"Yeah, the alarm should sound. . .now." And true to her word a klaxon sounded, and people started running. She sent a triumphant grin to Reese. Dinah was in her arms as well with the modified trench coat around her.
"Why did she collapse?" He asked gesturing to Helena with his head.
"Since Dinah did as well," Barbara made extra sure to put Dinah's name in there, "I'm going to guess that it's because their treatment wasn't finished. We need to get out of here though." With that she began to run with the crowd of people, and Reese followed behind. As expected, no one asked them about the girls carried in their arms. Without ever arousing any suspicion, they climbed into the hummer and left.
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Alfred greeted them warmly back at the clock tower when he noticed the two girls held securely in their savior's arms. "It is reassuring to see them again Miss Barbara." He commented.
"I know Alfred. Now, let's get these two onto the med tables." She instructed Reese over her shoulder. Putting them down, they both stripped out of their lab coats, and Barbara took off the spinal unit before it shut down.
"Is she all right?" Reese asked from beside Helena holding her hand as though he had always done so.
"I can't be sure until they wake up, but the scans show that their vitals are good." Barbara informed while brushing some wet hair from Dinah's face. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed that Helena was twitching, a sign that she was going to wake up. Almost immediately after, Dinah began to do the same. "They're waking up." She commented, a smile on her face while tears of joy filled her eyes.
Reese found a pair of ice blue orbs staring into his own (what color?) eyes. Barbara however, found herself eye to eye with one blue, and one green. Helena was the first to speak. "Dinah? Dinah?"
"Hel."
Note: Sorry, I have to leave you hanging there. Why, because I think it'll be more fun to write a chapter filled with reactions. You know, I should ask you guys questions more often, and fortunately I have one. I already have plans for what's happened to Dinah, but I only have vague not all that great ideas for Helena. So, my question is, what would you like done with Helena? Keep in mind that this was physically done to her, I can't just give her control over plants or something because it has to be able to be done with machines or drugs or something. If no one answers, then I'll just figure out something, but I would appreciate help. Thanks for all the reviews, all eleven of them. I'm so close to one hundred, and when I get there, I'll do something nice to celebrate. Till next time.
Disclaimer: Does a deep belief that I own them despite the fact that I have no proof count? No, well then, I guess they're not mine.
Dedication: This time it's for those readers who I now know exist. I was almost thinking that everyone had stopped reading this. But you do exist, you really, really do!
When Reese finally worked up the will power to leave the room, he found Barbara working diligently at the computer. It seemed, to him at least, that she had taken his advice to heart. This idea brought pride to his heart since he had now actively helped in bringing Helena back. He took a moment to admire his work, but soon walked down the stairs and over to where she was sitting. Looking over her shoulder, he saw several computer signs that when put together, he didn't understand. At least it meant that she was indeed working and not looking at some dumb website while wasting time, his time. "Barbara." He acknowledged from behind.
"Reese." Her tone was met with some disdain that Reese chose to ignore. "Is there something I can help you with?"
"You could tell me what you're doing." He suggested moving closer until he was right behind her shoulders.
Realizing that he was not going to apologize, Barbara came upon the urge to sigh, but managed to hold it back. The urge to bash him in the head with her escrima sticks was not so easy to suppress, somehow though, she managed to leave Reese conscious. "Hacking back into Phoenix Inc. What else would I be doing?"
There was a challenging tone to her voice this time, and Reese was still sane enough to realize that he wouldn't win if he were to accept it. "I don't know. How long will it take?"
"I don't know. This time around I have to be more careful or we won't be getting anywhere. My guess is that it'll take a week before I'm done with everything that needs to be done." Inwardly she grimaced and clenched her teeth knowing that Reese was going to get pissed off again. However, if things got too out of hand, then she could beat the hell out of him and claim self defense. Her grimace, turned into a grin.
"What do you mean a week? Those guys flew in there yesterday, and who knows how long it'll take before Helena goes down. They could already be back at Phoenix, we should just go there." He argued while throwing his hands around wildly in an almost comical manner.
"Jumping in feet first will get us no where. Without some sort of plan all we're doing is sabotaging ourselves. They could easily capture us, and then how would we help them?" She turned her angry, and unyielding gaze upon him.
Gulping, he made his reply while trying to sound like he was still in control. "Fine, we'll do things your way for now, but it doesn't mean that I'm going to be happy about it."
"No one asked you to jack ass." Barbara snapped, his remarks finally digging their way under her skin. Reese was looking like a fish out of water with his mouth opening and closing while he tried to say something. "That's right. Just remember this Reese, you need me, but I don't necessarily need you."
"You need me more than you know." He argued pathetically.
"Do I?" She asked almost rhetorically.
"Yeah, you do. What are you going to do when it's time to go in and get her? Them?" He corrected himself. "You gonna just wheel in there and carry both of them out? Admit it, you at least need me for that part."
"They should be able to walk for themselves Reese, and if they can't, then maybe yes I will need your help. But I won't be wheeling in there. I'll be walking."
"How?" A look of confusion over took his face.
"I have my ways. So, now that we've established the fact that I don't need you right now, I'd appreciate it if you left my lab." She said.
"Fine, but I'll be back to check on your progress." His threat was empty and boring, Barbara wasn't the slightest bit worried. "If you realize that you do need me, I'll be at home picking up a few things." With that said he left the clock tower as calmly as he could manage.
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"How is the subjects progress?" Freedman asked while examining the figure in the tank with great interest.
"The memory wipe is going smoothly so far. She has a fairly traumatic past, and we thought it might be best to erase that first." A lab tech was explaining.
"That's good news. How soon until we can proceed with the implants?"
"I'd say tomorrow. By then enough of her memory will be erased, and we can start entering battle tactics, and adding the enhancements safely."
"Good, keep up the work while I go check on the other one. I'll be back tomorrow." Freedman said, and then left.
The door out led to a large room that was circular in shape, and had several different colored doors. As for himself, he had just left the yellow room, and was now crossing over to the green room.
"Dr. Freedman, I assume you're here for the progress report." A lab tech said.
"Yes, how is this one coming along?"
"We're very happy with it sir. This one has had some bad experiences, and so we're erasing the early memories first. As for how soon we'll be able to start the treatments, well, I'd say as early as tomorrow."
"Excellent news. Her and the other will be my greatest accomplishments." Freedman stated proudly. "I'll be back tomorrow to see how things are coming along."
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One week later
"It's time to go, Reese." Barbara spun her chair to look at him. During the week their plan had been finalized and both had come upon an unspoken agreement to stop antagonizing one another. After a few days progress, they found that the girls had indeed been brought in and were currently under going treatment. As much as even Barbara wanted to rush in and get the girls out of there, they realized the foolishness of that particular idea.
"It's about time." Reese acknowledged huffily. "Finally I can save you, and we can be together." This part however, was merely thought, and not spoken.
In the meantime, Barbara was putting on her spinal unit that allowed her to regain the use of her legs for a period of time. (I don't know the name of it so forgive me). Earlier, Barbara had managed to get a hold of some lab coats, and both were now clipping on their nametags. It had been stressful, it had been tiring, it had been a living hell, but now it would all be worth it, because everything was coming together. Soon Barbara would have her family back, and Reese might regain some semblance of sanity.
"Let's get this over with. I want my family back." Barbara stated as she stepped into the elevator.
"And I want mine to start." Reese quipped before also entering.
"When we come back Alfred, those girls will be with us." Barbara assured before the doors closed.
"One can only hope." Was Alfred's response lost in the emptiness of the tower.
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Deceptively calm they had invaded Phoenix Inc without a hitch as of yet. Their fake badges/keycards allowed them free access with no questions asked. Apparently, the scientists weren't afraid to get a little rough and tough, or to threaten the guards with tanks. So far it was easier than Barbara had expected, but she didn't dwell on that fact and instead chose to go about it as though it were difficult. That way, when or if something did go wrong, she could deal with it as necessary.
Barbara had insisted that both she and Reese memorize the path to the colored sections just incase only one was able to make it through. Now, both walked down it as though they had done so a million times before. Against her better judgment, Barbara had agreed to let Reese handle Helena, while she took care of Dinah. The reason behind this was not only that Reese had pitched a fit, but also that she had no reason to believe that he would take care of Dinah properly in his haste to see Helena.
After the girls were out of the tanks and safe with either Barbara or Reese, the plan stated that Barbara would plant a virus in the company's systems. An hour after they were scheduled to leave, the virus would act up erasing all of their data, and disrupting the tanks so that the people inside would be released. By that time they would be back in the tower safe and sound. And in the off event that something was wrong with the girls, both carried a sedative to calm them.
In order to get out, they decided to pull an alarm and have the building evacuated and locked down. This way, no one would notice the two lab technicians sneaking out with two of the subjects. All in all, they had agreed that it was a fairly well constructed plan; even Alfred had supported the endeavor.
Now they had arrived and everything was still going smoothly. This whole thing had been timed to where Freedman was out, he could've put a damper in their plans, but now they were free to do as they wished. With a nod they separated, Barbara stepping through the yellow door, and Reese stepping through the green door.
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For some reason only one lab assistant had been assigned to each room, and Barbara easily dispatched him. Dinah had been placed in the tank directly in front of her since she (along with Helena) was to be Freedman's greatest accomplishment. Due to the nature of the water inside the tank, Barbara couldn't see what he had done, but she prayed that the damage wasn't too severe. Walking up to it, she used a device she had made, and would trick the locking mechanisms into releasing. It worked as planed and the water began to drain. "Please be all right Dinah." Barbara begged as she watched the water get lower and lower.
Finally, the door hissed open, and Dinah took a wobbling step out only to crash into Barbara's arms. She was unconscious. "I suppose because she wasn't ready yet." Barbara mused. Laying Dinah on the floor, Barbara began to check for anything. Fortunately they gave her an outfit so she wasn't naked. It consisted of loose black pants, a black tank top, black gloves, and Barbara supposed that the odd red trench coat on the side of her tank was indeed for Dinah. Barbara noticed that there were inlays on her lips that blended in smoothly with the flesh leaving no scaring. There was no real time to check out anything else, so Barbara left her for a moment, and started up the virus.
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Reese had also taken down his own lab assistant easily, and was now anxiously awaiting the tank's door opening. Finally it did, and Reese plastered a huge smile on his face, ready to show all the concern necessary while subtly hinting that it was he who saved her. However, things didn't go as planned, and Helena collapsed before even catching sight of him. Almost disappointed, he realized that she was clothed, all in black, and that a black coat was on the side of her tank. He would bring it along since she was wet, and it would help keep her warm.
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In the circle outside the doors they both met up. "Is it done?" Reese asked with Helena in his arms.
"Yeah, the alarm should sound. . .now." And true to her word a klaxon sounded, and people started running. She sent a triumphant grin to Reese. Dinah was in her arms as well with the modified trench coat around her.
"Why did she collapse?" He asked gesturing to Helena with his head.
"Since Dinah did as well," Barbara made extra sure to put Dinah's name in there, "I'm going to guess that it's because their treatment wasn't finished. We need to get out of here though." With that she began to run with the crowd of people, and Reese followed behind. As expected, no one asked them about the girls carried in their arms. Without ever arousing any suspicion, they climbed into the hummer and left.
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Alfred greeted them warmly back at the clock tower when he noticed the two girls held securely in their savior's arms. "It is reassuring to see them again Miss Barbara." He commented.
"I know Alfred. Now, let's get these two onto the med tables." She instructed Reese over her shoulder. Putting them down, they both stripped out of their lab coats, and Barbara took off the spinal unit before it shut down.
"Is she all right?" Reese asked from beside Helena holding her hand as though he had always done so.
"I can't be sure until they wake up, but the scans show that their vitals are good." Barbara informed while brushing some wet hair from Dinah's face. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed that Helena was twitching, a sign that she was going to wake up. Almost immediately after, Dinah began to do the same. "They're waking up." She commented, a smile on her face while tears of joy filled her eyes.
Reese found a pair of ice blue orbs staring into his own (what color?) eyes. Barbara however, found herself eye to eye with one blue, and one green. Helena was the first to speak. "Dinah? Dinah?"
"Hel."
Note: Sorry, I have to leave you hanging there. Why, because I think it'll be more fun to write a chapter filled with reactions. You know, I should ask you guys questions more often, and fortunately I have one. I already have plans for what's happened to Dinah, but I only have vague not all that great ideas for Helena. So, my question is, what would you like done with Helena? Keep in mind that this was physically done to her, I can't just give her control over plants or something because it has to be able to be done with machines or drugs or something. If no one answers, then I'll just figure out something, but I would appreciate help. Thanks for all the reviews, all eleven of them. I'm so close to one hundred, and when I get there, I'll do something nice to celebrate. Till next time.