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Chapter 6: Power in the Blood
In the two days spent here, Jack still had few answers. He was still able to see Kate, and Juliet promised him if he cooperated, the visits would be extended. He still hadn't seen Sawyer or the rest of the people taken, but he swore he heard Sawyer's southern drawl coming from another room.
This place was strange, but "the Others" really wanted them to be comfortable. That's what bothered Jack the most. Something was off. They were here for a reason.
The door to his room opened suddenly and Juliet walked in. She checked on him everyday to make sure he was fine. Today, however, Kate came in with her.
Kate looked around the room. Jack had described it to her, but this was the first time she was in here. Kate saw her picture and blushed. Jack pretended not to notice.
"Today you both are going to the Great Room." Juliet announced, making the two look at her. "You'll be able to interact with everyone here. Please follow me." She gave them of her odd smiles and led the way.
As Jack and Kate left, the door automatically shut behind them. Kate grabbed his hand frightened, and Jack squeezed it to let her know it was ok. Tom, and the man named Pickett followed them.
"How come you didn't tell me you had my picture?" Kate shyly smiled.
"It was there when I woke up." Their hands were still together, but they interlaced fingers. "I'm glad it was." He saw her blush again.
The hallway stopped at a door. Juliet held her hand to a scanner on the wall. "Access Confirmed." The computer said.
Just how hi-tech are they? This is different than the hatch. Jack thought.
"Here we are!" Juliet announced as the doors opened. "We'll come get you after the socializing period is up."
Jack and Kate walked into the room and the doors shut behind them. The room was very large and had lots of furniture. There was 6 adults they didn't recognize, but the must have been from the tail-section. Ana had told them that some were taken.
"Look who finally arrived!" A familiar voice said.
"Sawyer!" Kate smiled, but she didn't let go of Jack's hand.
"How are you?" Jack asked with genuine concern.
"I'm fine. All they did so far was take blood and ask me a bunch of oddball questions. What's been going on with you two?" He noticed the handholding. "Getting cozy?"
Kate stared at him wide eyed. Jack rolled his eyes and said, "It's not the time for jokes."
"Sorry doc. I'm just trying…"
"Sawyer right?" An Australian accent was heard.
The 3 of them turned and a familiar woman joined them.
"Cindy." Sawyer realized.
"The flight attendant?" Jack asked remembering.
Cindy nodded. Her hair was a bit longer now. "How's the shoulder?" She asked as she touched Sawyer's arm. "I was worried since you passed out."
"It's all healed now." Sawyer smiled.
"Cindy, I'm Jack. This is Kate." He motioned towards the brunette.
"Hi Cindy." Kate hugged her.
"So, the got the 3 of you too. Did Walt find Michael?"
Sawyer and Jack exchanged looks. "Yes." Jack started. "That's kind of why we're here."
"Jack, I'll explain it to her." Sawyer offered. Kate was stunned, but it made sense to Jack. Sawyer spent more time with Ana, Libby, and Cindy, so he should break the news.
Sawyer started to lead her to a couch, but Cindy stopped. "Kate? Jack? Can you stay with the kids? They're playing over there." She pointed to a section of the room that had toys. A little girl and boy were playing with them.
"Sure." Kate replied smiling.
As they walked over Jack said, "These must be the kids Ana talked about."
When they got closer Kate knelt down to their level. "Hi! I'm Kate."
The little girl with sandy brown hair and green eyes looked up and smiled. "I'm Emma. This is my brother." He looked very similar to her, but had blonde hair and blue eyes.
"I'm Zack. What's your name?" He pointed to Jack.
"I'm Jack." He smiled at the kids and sat down.
"Cool! Our names rhyme!" Zack realized with excitement.
Jack chuckled. It had been awhile since he was around kids, except for Walt.
Emma asked Kate, "You want to play with the dolls?"
"Sure!" Kate smiled and started to make voices for each doll, which Emma loved.
Jack watched Kate and Emma play, loving their interaction. She'll make a great mom one day.
"Jack! You want to play catch?" Zack asked holding a football.
"Sure buddy." It was probably a good idea to get the kids minds off of being here. He got up and they moved to a clear part of the room to throw.
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"I see they took to the kids." Henry said. He was watching everyone in the Great Room on a TV screen. He was in an office dressed in a business suit.
"It's part of their nature sir." Juliet explained. "Jack and Kate are perfect matches."
"What's with James and Cindy? That's interesting."
"They just went through a tragic event. Maybe it will bring…"
"Sir?" Alex said opening the door. "The results are in." She handed him a chart.
"Thanks Alexandra." He opened the chart. "This is interesting. Very interesting." A wicked smile came to his face as he gave Juliet the chart.
She looked at it and her mouth dropped opened. "Oh my!"
"Either the good doctor is lying or he has no idea." Henry explained. "We found the rest."
Alex was confused, but looked at the chart. What she saw shocked her.
DNA MATCH CONFIRMED
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A/N: The next chapter should be posted on either Monday or Tuesday. We will be finding out some answers soon!
