Chapter 1153

Contortionist

Cameron wasn't finished yet. She wanted a little more from John. She decided to try a new position.

John watched Cameron contort herself somewhat. It was something new for both of them. He was taken aback a little. He wasn't so sure he liked her new position. It was a little unnerving.

Cameron's face, among other things, was all right in front of his face now.

John looked several times to see exactly how much her body was bent.

"Is that position comfortable?" John asked. "You look like contortionist."

Cameron smiled at John. Their faces were very close to each other.

"It causes me no discomfort." Cameron said. "I can see what's happening in this position."

John looked at 'everything' in front of him. The part that made it weird was that it was right in front of Cameron as well by the way she was bent.

"I'd have to say that having your ankles behind your neck looks uncomfortable." John said.

Cameron's eyes dipped down briefly and then returned back to John's face.

"This way you can look right into my eyes." Cameron said. "I don't want you to close them when you start."

John wanted to get started. He would prefer to do things the 'normal' way or at least make it mutual at this point. He couldn't really complain about it since Cameron already worked on him extensively.

"Let's give it a try." John said. "It almost looks like you could do it yourself bent like that."

Cameron frowned a little. She'd actually tried it more than a few times. She hadn't really thought about it until she saw there were some females on the internet who were able to do it. She thought she might need to make some adjustments in the flexibility of her back but no modification had been necessary. She just needed to push things past the recommended tolerances in the movement of her Coltan endoskeleton. She liked the way John did things for her. Somehow it made it more enjoyable when someone she wanted to be with was able to please her. It just wasn't as good to do it herself.

"I've tried it." Cameron said. "It's not the same."

John was surprised to hear that. He wanted to ask Cameron to show him but decided against it. He didn't want to spoil the mood. From the position of her head as it faced his, it was clear that she would be able to do it.

John scooted down on the bed and moved his head forward. When John shifted his eyes up, Cameron's eyes were right there looking at him. Her face was only a few inches away from his at that point.

He wasn't so sure about it now. He really didn't want to have an audience as he started in. He knew that some people did like to have others watch them. He didn't believe he was one of them. He'd heard that Jesse, and Sheila by extension, both enjoyed having an audience. He was sorry he'd suggested it. He was mainly kidding around when he did.

Cameron noted John's hesitation. She wanted to observe John in action. She'd observed all of the girls together over the years at various times. They all seemed to enjoy the procedure. She wanted to see how John compared to them. She really didn't think she shared the same reactions they all did. She might be able to give John a few pointers. She didn't want it to seem like on the job training, but few recommendations might come in handy.

"It's OK." Cameron said. "We can kiss too. You can switch back and forth. Everything will be close together."

All Cameron's statement did was make John feel even uneasier.

Cameron moved her head even closer.

John almost involuntarily backed his head away because hers was so close. Everything was right there in front of him. It was right in front of both of them. He figured 'here goes nothing'. He gave Cameron a kiss and then started in.

A very short time later, Cameron's phone rang a special tone.

John could feel Cameron stiffen some. He figured the call was important. He lifted his head somewhat.

"Is it an emergency?" John asked.

To Cameron it was, she recognized the ring tone.

"It's Young Allison." Cameron said. "Maybe she has news about our other potential shipmates. She was going to check into everything for me. I've been busy with other things."

Cameron's face was still only inches from John's face. He was more than ready for a break at this point. He just didn't feel comfortable to have Cameron watch him 'work' on her.

"Maybe you should take that." John said. "It would be better if we knew what was happening and who was coming."

He immediately regretted the choice of his last word in the sentence. He moved his head forward a few inches and gave Cameron a kiss.

Cameron enjoyed what John started and liked watching him do it. She didn't really like how uneasy he looked. It appeared everything was over for now due to the circumstances.

"I'm sorry." Cameron said. "I may need to make additional arrangements."

John wondered if this was what was meant by being 'saved by the bell'. In this instance, it seemed quite literal. He'd been somewhat uncomfortable having Cameron watch him that close.

"No, it's OK." John said. "I want some of the others to have a good time as well."

Cameron needed to uncross her ankles and move them around her head. She was able to straighten out then. She reached over and took her phone. It was on speaker phone mode.

"Hello, Allison." Cameron said. "I'm sorry for the delay."

Young Allison responded right away.

"I didn't think you were going to answer at first." Young Allison said.

Cameron quickly glanced over at John. She didn't think he would enjoy her being too explicit.

"I was a little tied up." Cameron said. "Everything is fine now."

John almost laughed at the literal meaning to what Cameron said.

Cameron glared at John and cut the speaker phone mode off.

John listened to the rest of the conversation only by what Cameron said. He wasn't sure why she did it. Maybe Young Allison was going to reveal some personal information. He actually would have liked to hear it if she did. He liked hearing the girls talk about 'girl things' whenever they did.

It was clear there would be others coming on the cruise. He wasn't sure exactly who it was yet. He did hear some discussion about Riley and Derek. There was also some discussion about Kyle and Sarah. Jan's name was mentioned as well. About halfway through the call, Cameron got up and moved out into the main part of their suite. It was clear she wanted some additional privacy. He thought about getting up and moving to the doorway to watch her and listen. He figured it was a bad idea she would probably know that he was there and it would only upset her. He knew he needed to respect everyone's privacy, even if he didn't want to. It was the right thing to do.

Cameron finished up the call. She returned to the bedroom.

John didn't want to seem too nosy.

"It sounds like good news." John said. "I didn't catch much of the call."

Cameron looked at John for a moment and smiled. It was better than what she'd hoped for. The ice was clearly broken. There would be at least four joining the cruise. She was pretty sure she would be able to add more to it at each port. She figured word would get around and more people would want to come.

"It's good news. I need to call Bob. Excuse me for a few minutes." Cameron said.

John watched as Cameron went to exit the bedroom. She looked back right before she disappeared from view.

"I'll be back." Cameron said.

John needed to think about what they'd just done. He wasn't sure if he wanted to do it again. He was a little intimidated by the whole affair. It looked like it was difficult for Cameron to bend like she'd done. He decided he would suggest a new position when she returned. If she took more than a few minutes to return, he would probably be able to suggest a few other things that they could do together.

Cameron told John she'd be back as she left. She headed straight for the Control Center in the spare bedroom of their suite. She wanted to find out what else was going on.

Gail, Holly, Sheila and Jim all looked up as she entered.

None of them were surprised to see Cameron enter naked.

It reminded Sheila of Cammy and Ally but only better.

It reminded Holly of Allison but way better.

Cameron smiled briefly as she looked over the group of Terminators.

"May I please have a status report?" Cameron asked.

Holly filled her in on what was happening with Cammy and Savannah.

When she was done, Cameron broke the news. She didn't think it was going to be a surprise to anyone.

"We're going to have a few additional guests." Cameron said.

Cameron filled them in on what was happening and who was coming. She wanted to make sure there were no problems when the others arrived. She wanted them to be able to walk onto the ship as John and her had been able to do. There were no problems of any type. No questions were asked.

"I need Bob to be made aware of what's happening and who we're expecting. Make sure CamNet has all the documents 'on file'." Cameron said.

Cameron pointed to some large trunks that were in the room. They'd been waiting on the luggage cart when John and her boarded the ship. They'd remained unopened in the spare bedroom of the Owner's Suite since they were delivered along with the electronics gear.

"Unpack some nice clothes for everyone. There should be nice things for all of them. Make sure Riley's dress is low cut, Derek will like that." Cameron said. "If you think we need other things for any of them, send for it from the onboard stores. The items can be delivered here in very short order. I want all of them to look their finest. I want them to look better than they've ever looked before. There will be no questions asked and we will have top priority for anything else you need to procure."

Sheila glanced over at the trunks that had been sitting there all along. She wondered about the extra luggage with clothes for the others. It seemed a little more than coincidental that they were already there, even before any of them actually boarded.

"You knew this was going to happen all along." Sheila said.

Cameron smiled at Sheila and touched her cheek. She really wanted to borrow Sheila's chassis. She was pretty sure she'd already received a taste of what was in store for her once she was in that chassis. She was sure that John seemed a little more invigorated than normal. She was sure it would because Sheila was wearing the maid's outfit only a few minutes before she'd donned it.

"I plan ahead." Cameron said. "You look very nice in your proper uniform, Sheila."

Sheila was thrilled Cameron showed her some affection. It was very unusual for Cameron to touch one of the other Terminators in such a manner. It was a loving gesture. It was normally how they were greeted by Savannah and Young Allison. The 'Chosen Ones' always made a point of physically touching all of the Terminators they interacted with. She was filled with a new sense of purpose and motivation. She liked to please Cameron.

"Thanks." Sheila said. "I'll get the rooms ready."

Jim wanted to know how to set the suites up. The rooms were actually already ready, but they needed to know where everything was supposed to go specifically.

"Who will be in the Honeymoon Suite and who will be in the Master Suite?" Jim asked.

Cameron didn't want to fool with the details. She wasn't really sure it mattered with the two groups that were already scheduled to come aboard.

"Let Sheila decide." Cameron said. "If there's any problem, send a message to CamNet to assist you in fixing it. She will be able to exert a lot of influence over wherever is necessary."

Cameron started to walk back to her main suite living area. She stopped and looked back.

"Thank you, all of you, for helping John and me with everything." Cameron said. "I really appreciate this."

Cameron let them all take in her naked beauty before she exited and gently closed the door.

It was clear Cameron meant what she'd said to them. It was very rare for Cameron to dole out such praise to anyone, especially another Terminator. They all started their new tasks with contentment.

Holly called Bob and told him what was happening and what to expect. He told her it would all be covered on his end for boarding. He'd actually already been briefed by CamNet per Young Allison's instructions.

Gail checked with CamNet to make sure all the documents would be in order. She was somewhat surprised to find out all the documents were already in place along with the passports. It did appear that Cameron planned ahead for everything. She tried to check a little further to see if there was anything there for Savannah or Young Allison. She was met with a 'frowning face' from CamNet. She checked no further. She thought she should have checked to see if there was paperwork for Allison or Jesse. Based upon what she already witnessed, she was sure there was.

Sheila and Jim went to get everything in order in the two rooms.

Jim collected the few things Gail and Holly brought with them and moved them into the spare bedroom of the Owner's Suite with the computer gear. They could change in there. Jim hoped to be around when they did. He wouldn't mind seeing Holly or Gail look like Cameron just did a few minutes ago.

Sheila decided Derek and Riley could have the Honeymoon Suite and Kyle and Sarah the Master Suite. She would make sure the proper clothes were in each room.

She stopped and looked in the full length mirror. Cameron said she looked nice. She smoothed her outfit. She was pleased with how it looked, even if it was unmodified. She would wait until the girls were on board before she wore the modified one again. She didn't want to make Derek and Kyle think about her like John did after he saw 'everything'. She still didn't know what Cameron planned to do with her chassis at some point on the voyage. She didn't know Cameron planned to take her virginity and deliver it to John.

Cameron paused when she returned to the Owner's Suite from the spare bedroom. She thought about everything that was just set in motion. She believed she'd covered all of the bases ahead of time. She hurried back to see John. She was very pleased that everything went according to her plan. Well, it wasn't everything, but it was a start. She wasn't done yet. She traversed the living room area of the suite and entered the bedroom

John waited patiently in the bedroom for Cameron to return. There were a lot of thoughts that flowed through his mind. He reflected on his last sexual encounter with Cameron. He'd actually pretended that it was Sheila that he was behind. He was pretty sure it was the main factor that led to his early 'finish'. Cameron walked through the doorway. He thought she looked happy. She was still completely naked.

"How did it go?" John asked.

Cameron smiled at John.

"Everything worked out fine." Cameron said. "They should be in their suites in two hours."

John wondered about the room assignments. He wasn't sure if Derek and Riley would end up in the Honeymoon Suite or it would be his parents. Somehow the idea seemed strangely odd to him.

"Who gets which suite?" John asked.

It was an issue that Cameron was done with. She didn't want the choice tagged to her for any reason.

"I told Sheila to decide. Jim and Sheila will have everything ready for them." Cameron said.

John was very pleased he would be able to share this with his family. They all deserved a break, especially his mother. He hadn't seen much of the ship yet but what he'd seen so far showed the level of luxury and elegance that was available. He wanted the experience shared with everyone, even if it was for only a few days. He would feel very guilty if Cameron and him were the only ones to experience it.

"I really appreciate this, Cameron." John said. "It means a lot to me."

Cameron smiled at John and gave him a kiss.

"I think I know something else you will appreciate." Cameron said.

John smiled. As he took in her naked form, he was pretty sure where things were headed. He wanted to play around with Cameron a little bit and see what she came up with.

"What's that?" John asked.

Cameron moved her hands down the sides of her naked figure.

"Maybe I can show you instead." Cameron said.

John wanted a little assistance. He was still recovering from the last coupling.

"Start me up." John said.

Cameron looked down at John. She felt good right now and wanted to please John.

"I'll do everything this time." Cameron said. "Lay back and relax."

John did.

Cameron moved into position. She looked back up across his torso and brushed the hair from the side of her face behind her ear and smiled at him. It was time to get to work, so she did.

Cammy moved through the crawl way. There was light from an opening in front of her. She carefully moved to look out of the opening of the access panel. She was on the back side of the 'walk in freezer'. She was blocked from the main work room floor by the structure of the freezer unit itself. It was how the men were able to remain undetected once they were inside. She could get to the stairs and go to the upper level while avoiding the security camera.

It illustrated that they would need more cameras in any building. They would need to worry about unconventional approaches into the interior of any building. The windows, doors, skylights or roof access hatches weren't enough to surveil. Cammy's current location was proof of that. They would need to look for access panels or utility troughs like Savannah used before to avoid the HK Track.

She peeked around the giant freezer and saw Dan and Savannah moving toward where she was at. She moved out so they could see her. Since the freezer wasn't running, she decided it was the lesser of the two threats. She motioned for them to check the freezer unit and that she would go upstairs.

Savannah gave her a thumbs up.

Cammy soundlessly headed up the stairs. She didn't hear anything but she used caution anyway. From the conversation she was able to hear from the two men, it seemed they were the only two that were there. It didn't mean there weren't others. There could be more than one group if they were all homeless. They still didn't know if the two men were patsies or simply part of a ploy to draw the Resistance in. She would still need to use a certain amount of caution.

She quickly checked each room. They were all empty. There were two beds that looked like someone recently used them since they were last there.

There was dried blood on the floor where they'd done their dirty work before when the girl was rescued. A few Grays needed to die.

Cammy made a second sweep of all the upstairs rooms and they were clear. She would head down and check out the office area next. She carefully listened for any other noises that might be out of place. Savannah and Dan should be near the freezer at this point. It was clear there was no refrigeration taking place. The unit was silent.

She really wondered if the Grays would have been able to pull it off and make something out of Liquid Metal. She really didn't look forward to the day that any of the team would need to face a Liquid Metal Terminator in combat.

Moments ago:

Savannah followed Dan. He stopped.

"There's movement by the freezer." Dan said quietly. "Stay behind me."

Savannah could see Dan was ready to engage any threat. She wanted to give him a reminder that they didn't know where Cammy would exit from the crawl space.

"It may be Cammy." Savannah whispered. "Don't open up on her."

A few moments later, Savannah looked around Dan's side and saw Cammy by the freezer. Cammy indicated they should take the freezer and that she would take the upstairs area.

Savannah gave Cammy a thumbs up.

Dan cautiously led Savannah forward towards the freezer area.

"We're to check the freezer." Dan said. "I'm still checking for booby traps and snakes."

Savannah smiled and suppressed a laugh. It was cute how sometimes Terminators took things so literal. She was also glad he did check for snakes. The last time she'd seen one, she'd needed to eat it. It was in Cameron's future. She'd really believed she was going to be abused right before that. She couldn't imagine the terror Vanna must have experienced in situations in the past when she was caught and brutally abused. She knew it was really her. She knew it happened a lot of times too.

Vanna told her it seemed to be more about the brutality that some people could inflict on others than it was an actual sex act. The fact it was a sex act made it personal and only added to the terror of the perpetrators victims. It was more than just a physical violation of an individual. It was also a mental violation at the same time. Both the mind and the body were abused simultaneously. It seemed the more that one suffered, the greater the pleasure of some of the perpetrators. A Skynet future was an ugly place. She needed to stay focused.

They moved forward toward the freezer.

John Henry was able to track Dan and Savannah as they moved through the building with the surveillance equipment that the cleanup team installed. He was surprised to see Cammy suddenly appear by the freezer. It was clear she'd found another way in. It would mean they needed to rethink some of their surveillance.

John Henry was taken by surprise. There was a slight cough sound. It seemed it was done intentionally. There was someone in the room with him. He glanced over to the side.

"Hello, Summer." John Henry said.

Summer smiled at John Henry.

"Hello." Summer said. "I didn't want to disturb you. I'm sorry if I startled you."

John Henry wondered how long she'd been there and how she'd arrived unnoticed.

"I wasn't expecting you." John Henry said.

Now John Henry wondered what screens he may have opened once Allison left. He'd been reviewing some of the files Sheila created for him. They were very explicit. He really liked the close up detail in high definition.

Summer's next words startled him somewhat.

"Don't worry about it." Summer said. "I've seen it all before, many times."

John Henry wondered if she knew what he was thinking. He was going to ask her what she'd seen before many times but didn't want to talk about it. It was clear she was one step ahead of him for now.

John Henry tried to redirect the conversation.

"You're able to move very quietly." John Henry said.

Summer smiled and shrugged her shoulders.

"I'm like a leaf in the wind." Summer said.

John Henry tilted his head slightly.

Sarah and Kyle were a little apprehensive about what they were supposed to bring. They only had regular clothes. They didn't have anything fancy. They were reassured that any fancy clothes they'd need would be waiting for them on the ship when they arrived. They gathered a few personal items.

Kyle placed a few more things into the carry on bag.

"I think that's everything." Kyle said.

Sarah didn't have much either. She really didn't know what to expect going forward. She hadn't done any research on the cruise industry as had Savannah, Young Allison and John. She really didn't know what all was on a modern cruise ship.

"It's only for a few days." Sarah said. "Cameron will have anything else we need on the ship. They evidently have stores on board."

Kyle felt bad about leaving Jan behind. He didn't think it would be a big deal. He thought it might bother Sarah more than it did him. He didn't want to feel like he placed a burden on someone else.

"Is Claire OK with watching Jan for us?" Kyle asked.

It didn't seem like a big deal to Sarah. They could work out a mutual program of sharing.

"We'll watch Summer for her if she goes with Jesse or Vanna." Sarah said. "It's a 'mom' thing. We will all look after each other."

Kyle wondered about Precious.

"You said Vanna needs to take care of Precious for the next few days." Kyle said.

Sarah saw it differently. It was clear to everyone how much Vanna enjoyed taking care of Precious. She wanted Kyle to understand the true perspective of it.

"She wants to, not needs to." Sarah said. "There's a difference."

Kyle noticed how Vanna acted around small children and babies.

"She is a real natural around children." Kyle said. "She always was."

Sarah was somewhat joking but also serious.

"We can work on trying to have one more for her to take care of." Sarah said.

Kyle didn't think she was serious. It seemed to him that they'd been trying ever since Jan was born. If anything happened, nothing stuck. He didn't think it hurt to try.

"I thought that's what we just did a while ago." Kyle said.

Sarah didn't push the issue. She wanted to at least do the pleasure part of it.

"John and Derek won't be the only two getting a 'workout' in the bedroom on the ship." Sarah said. "You will be too."

Kyle knew Sarah always wore him out. No matter how much he was able to deliver, she was always ready for more.

"I'll do what I can." Kyle said.

Sarah smiled at him.

"Then I'll take over if you slack off." Sarah said.

Sarah was always ready to take over so she could finish. She was very dissatisfied if she didn't obtain a finish out of a sexual encounter. The only time that happened was when she was with males. About a third of them were able to deliver for her. The other two thirds weren't. They basically took their pleasure and left her high and dry. She wasn't so sure 'dry' was actually the right word to use in that instance.

She wasn't proud of some of the things she'd needed to do when John was small. She needed to learn how to protect him. She needed to associate herself with people who possessed the abilities she needed to learn. She needed to 'pay' for her training somehow. She simply used 'Nature's Treasury' to cover the tab. In some of the camps she was involved with, there was usually more than one male that provided her with training. It meant there was more than one male that she needed to provide with 'comfort'. She made sure they understood it was never going to be more than one of them at a time. She didn't care if it was one after another but not both or more at the same time. She was very firm on that. She did her part, she received the training. She was able to protect John. What else mattered? She was alive, John was alive. It seemed like a good investment in the future to her.

Kyle thought Sarah looked a little bit lost right now. He hoped it wasn't related to his performance in the bedroom. She seemed to take over about half of the time anyway.

"You always do take over when I don't deliver." Kyle said.

Sarah shrugged her shoulders. It didn't seem like a big deal.

"Someone needs to be in charge." Sarah said.

They both laughed.

"Let's go see if Derek and Riley are ready." Kyle said.

Sarah and Kyle shared a long kiss before they departed. They really didn't know about where the adventure would exactly lead them. What little they did know sounded intriguing and thrilling.

They both felt a level of excitement at doing something new. There was a certain thrill to have the feeling that they were about to 'get away from it all'.

It also pleased them both immensely that John asked for them to come on the cruise with Cameron and him. It was nice to know that their son thought about them and wanted them to share with him.

Riley wanted to spend time with Derek. She was also worried about Precious. She didn't want to seem like a 'bad mother' in front of the others. She was painfully aware that her performance after Precious' birth was a little less than stellar. She felt so overwhelmed by everything. She felt so lost. Her body didn't perform as it should have. She wasn't sure it was all her fault but who else was there to blame?

"Do you think it is OK to leave Precious?" Riley asked.

Samantha didn't see it as a problem. She wasn't going to go on the cruise. She would be there the whole time. She wanted to give her some reassurance.

"Vanna will take good care of her." Samantha said. "I'll assist her if necessary."

Derek was a little apprehensive too but wanted to help ease Riley's concerns.

"Allison, Claire and Jesse will all be here." Derek said. "They all help now. It should be a seamless transition. It's only for a few days. If something develops, we can be back in a very short time from whatever port we're at."

All the information helped comfort Riley some.

"I'm just worried a little." Riley said. "Who's going to take us there?"

Derek looked at his phone. He was a little surprised at what he saw. It seems like a fairly large Terminator footprint for a simple drop off.

"Cam, Hanna and Ally are going to take us to the port." Derek said.

Riley held Precious so Derek could give her a kiss. She gave her one too.

Samantha knew they were on a timetable. It was time to get things started.

"It's time." Samantha said. "I'll remain here until Vanna arrives."

Derek motioned his hand around their quarters.

"She can use whatever she wants in here." Derek said. "It's not a problem for anything."

Derek waved his hand and indicated their quarters.

"Our home is her home." Riley said.

Samantha looked at Riley. She wanted to give her some more reassurance.

"I'll be near Precious at all times, like I am now." Samantha said. "She'll always be in good hands."

Riley was very comfortable with that.

"Thanks, Samantha." Riley said.

Samantha looked at her phone.

"Cam is on her way." Samantha said. "Have a good trip."

Riley told Precious she loved her and gave her another kiss.

Derek and Riley headed out the door with a couple of carry on bags.

Cam was outside the door. Hanna and Ally walked up with Kyle and Sarah. It was time to go.

There seemed to be a level of excitement in the air that normally didn't exist at the Resistance base. It was somewhat refreshing in itself. It was really a new adventure for all of them. It wasn't anything any of them had ever done before. It wasn't something that any of them had ever even thought about. Maybe it was one of the things that made it seem even more special.

Vanna and Allison shared a quick time together. Vanna knew she was going to be busy for the next two days. She would tell Samantha she could go into standby or do other things. She'd already told Cam that. Cam could also go out and do anything with Allison.

She wanted to see what it was really like to be responsible for a baby twenty four hours a day on her own. Anyone could stop by and see her but she wanted to do everything herself. Everything she'd done so far seemed relatively easy to her. Maybe if she was on her own, it wouldn't. Maybe being there non stop for a few days would burn her out.

Vanna reassured Allison that Cam was available for anything. They'd discussed everything already. Allison planned to make use of that offer as much as she could. Cam was normally with Vanna. When Vanna was with her, Cam wasn't usually part of the mix. Her personal time with Cam wasn't that extensive. She planned to rectify that situation over the next couple of days.

Anna and Young Allison watched the security feeds at the Resistance base. They also followed the operation with Cammy and Savannah.

"It looks like everyone is off." Anna said.

Young Allison checked the monitors.

"I see that." Young Allison said. "Are the two drones above them yet?"

New drone footage showed up on one screen.

"Yes." Anna said.

Young Allison tracked Frank too. The earlier warning about a possible Terminator bothered her.

"How's Frank doing?" Young Allison asked.

Anna decided to see how far Young Allison would go at this early stage of the operation.

"He has followed the two men to a homeless encampment." Anna said. "Do you wish for him to terminate them now?"

Young Allison knew she was being 'tested'. They didn't know if anyone else would contact the homeless men or if the homeless men would go elsewhere. It was too early to make a move.

"Not unless they become a threat or a problem." Young Allison said. "We don't know enough one way or another to take any action currently."

Anna noticed Young Allison was focused on Savannah.

"You're worried about Savannah." Anna said. "There are others as well."

Young Allison could do multiple tasks at once. She wasn't sure if Anna's advice was a warning or not. She wasn't going to get target fixation if that's what Anna indicated.

"I'm watching her now." Young Allison said. "I'm keeping track of the others too."

Anna watched Young Allison check the various drones and what their status was.

"Do you expect trouble where Savannah is at?" Anna asked.

Young Allison wanted to be ready with an instant response.

"I don't know what to expect." Young Allison said. "We should know in a few minutes. I want to cover all the bases."

Anna wanted to see what Young Allison learned from this endeavor.

"What do the events that happened here teach us?" Anna asked.

Young Allison already contemplated several of the problems. Under normal circumstances they'd never encountered anything else like this previously. Usually there was more destruction at a location that they took down. The port facility was relatively intact. There'd been no fires or explosions inside the building. Only the two Syndicate vehicles were targeted with missiles. Their burnt out hulk's were moved into the interior with a forklift that was inside of the building along with all of the other damaged vehicles. She knew that everything was tagged as property of a nonexistent studio that John Henry created. There were multiple films to back it up. It was an ironclad cover story.

"It's obvious we need better surveillance and security at a location we're watching." Young Allison said.

Anna hoped for a more detailed answer.

"What other options are there?" Anna asked.

Young Allison was aware of the previous policy that Cameron used.

"We burn everything to the ground as soon as we clear a target area." Young Allison said. "I'll discuss this with Savannah and Cameron."

Anna noticed that Young Allison left someone out of the equation.

"What about John?" Anna asked.

Young Allison didn't see a problem to let him know what was done when they'd finished an operation.

"We'll inform him what we've decided." Young Allison said.

Anna tilted her head slightly.

Cameron's influence was evident.

Contortionist

Life always seems to offer
Everyone a new twist
Will it be a new temptation
Will one be able to resist

In the daily fog of life
What cuts through the mist
Will one be on their own
Will they need an assist

For what is there
Does it take an optimist
Or to simply wake up
To be a conscious realist

Maybe the victor will be
Those that continue and persist
There needs to be more
Than just to subsist

All soon get the gist
Sometimes it takes a fist
Maybe just to exist
Life needs a contortionist

Nobody