New Beginnings - Chapter 5 - Lessons Never Learned
Previously…
Owen slowly opened his eyes. Leaning over him was a very familiar face. Owen shot up, and back away from the man standing next the bed. Owen nearly spat out the name.
"Dr. Wu."
"I'm glad to see you recognize me, Mr. Grady," Henry Wu said, his dark eyes gleaming. Owen's eyebrows furrowed in anger.
"Recognize you? You were the reason why innocent people died on that godforsaken island," Owen fumed. And the reason why Claire still wakes up in the middle of the night screaming at the top of her lungs, he desperately wanted to add, but, he didn't need Henry to get involved with his personal life. The corner's of Dr. Wu's eyes crinkled slightly as he gave a small smile.
"Ah, yes, the park incident was unfortunate. One of my most marvelous creations...lost within a span of hours. As for those killed...I could argue that you are just as responsible as I am." Wu's eyes bore into Owen's glare. Henry wasn't fazed at all; all Owen could see was amusement in Wu's expressions. And that pissed Owen off to no end.
"Me? Responsible? I didn't create a killing machine."
"Responsibility is a broad word. I was solely responsible for designing a more...advanced asset. You were responsible for letting it out," Henry said apathetically. Owen remembered all those coworkers he saw killed; he thought of all those who would be tormented for the rest of their lives. He doesn't care about anything other than to cook up dinosaurs.
Owen balled his fists. Then, he lunged towards Wu. The scientist backed up, and held out his hand, signalling Owen to stop.
"I wouldn't recommend doing that," he said sternly, eyeing Owen's fists. "There are guards lined up outside, ready to jump in here if something happens." Owen halted.
"Okay…," he said through clenched teeth, "What exactly do you want with me?" Dr. Wu smiled, and procured a small, electronic tablet from the pocket of his pristine, white lab coat.
"I guess we're jumping right into business." Wu turned on the device, the bright screen lighting up his face. "I'll have you know, I've been searching for you ever since the events at Jurassic World. You did a good job disappearing, but your little stunt in the lion cage revealed yourself." Owen mentally cursed at himself. "But I digress."
"The Indominus was exterminated, as you saw. So, I've been experimenting since the incident, to engineer something better," Wu explained, "I designed a species based on the Indominus. But, it would be significantly more advanced than the rex."
"Hoskins talked about this," Owen realized, remembering when he (and Claire, Gray, and Zach) had found the lab. "You're actually going through with that insane plan? Haven't you scientists learned anything?"
"What's the goal of any scientist? To achieve the unthinkable; to make breakthroughs; to pioneer the future. Learning from past mistakes is a part of that," Henry said sharply, "It's not insane; it's merely me achieving my goals."
"So why would you need me? Sorry to break it to you, but I'm no scientist."
"I wouldn't need another scientist," Wu said pointedly. "But I admit, I do need you." He pulled up a calendar on his electronic tablet. "You have impeccable timing, Mr. Grady."
"Timing?"
"The eggs are scheduled to hatch within the next few days, and-"
"And you want me to train them," Owen said, his epiphany coming into fruition. Dr. Wu smiled.
"You are correct, Mr. Grady," Wu said with satisfaction, "I'd rather not have my specimen go askew."
"Well, I down-right refuse. I refuse to be a part of this; I will not have blood on my hands through you. And I sure as hell will not work with your crazy ass," Owen said hotly.
"That's unfortunate," Wu said with faux sympathy, "It would be a shame if something were to happen to your beloved Ms. Dearing," he continued, turning the tablet towards Owen. The device's screen displayed a blurry, faraway photo of Owen and Claire on their honeymoon. Owen felt his blood boil.
"You lay one finger on her, and you will no longer have an arm," he seethed. Henry smirked.
"So, do we have an agreement?" Wu said confidently. Owen stalked over to the doctor, and stood face-to-face with him, nearly breathing on him.
"I'll work for you, but let's get one thing straight. Nothing happens to Claire."
"Agreed, so long as you cooperate. I'll see you in the morning, Mr. Grady," Dr. Wu said. With a final smile, he walked out of the door. Fuming, Owen sat down on the bed. He looked at his surroundings for the first time.
As far as he could tell, he was in a cabin of sorts. The walls and floor were made out of wood, as with most of the furniture. Along the long side of the rectangular abode, Owen sat on the bed, which was backed against a corner. Along the same side, the small kitchen laid in the opposite corner, with an open door next to it, leading to the bathroom. Across from the kitchen, along the short side, was the "living room" (a couch, arm chair, and a fireplace). In the final corner was the exit door. I'm going to be here for a while...Owen thought. But how long exactly is the question.
a/n: thanks for reading :) sorry its kinda short and boring :(