Chapter 41

It was three whole days before Doc and Deccan came back. Three days since GMN-1 made 2 help 4 and none of them were talking to her. She saw GMN-2 later that day and he clearly avoided looking directly at her but she saw the bruise on his left cheek that was already healing. She didn't see GMN-4 that day but when she did, he just glared at her like he wanted to drill holes in her head but she ignored it and acted like she didn't notice anything which seemed to piss him off more.

GMN-3 also seemed upset but she didn't know why. She had been working on what he gave her and he just left and came back sweating and refused to talk to her. Even GMN 7 and 9 were looking at her funny but she ignored the whole lot. If they didn't want to tell her, she was not going to let it bother her.

After the day of the attack, the GMNs had to rally round and help with the repairs. They also had to get the facility running. The staffs there were a bit shaken but they reassured them. The days off wasn't utilized the way they would have wanted thanks to the attack and they had been busy with the damages as well as finding out how they got in. Also GMN 4 and 9 had been working to trace the signal. They were making progress seeing that GMN-9 reprogrammed the software which made it more effective. GMN-7 was in charge of the construction team that were doing the repairs. GMN 5, 6 and the dog were incharge of getting the staff back to work. GMN 4 and 9 were tracing the number and actually finding the breach in their system because the alarms did not go off when they entered and the security at the gate let them through. They suspected there was a mole in the technical or security team or both, so they didn't collaborate with them on this. GMN 1 and 3 had their work cut out for them. They actually slept in the lab. They had a lot of things to research. They had made the staffs run another physical claiming they had been exposed to some kind of gas. The physical included the brain scans and she got a sample of the two injections that were added to the procedure. As she suspected there was something going on. They compared the previous scans with the recent ones and they found that while the brain had been healing itself previously although varying in speed, recently the healing had been stagnant in some and reverting to its previous state in some others. They tried to find out the reason by going through everything that have been administered in the infirmary to their catalogue order. They didn't involve the lab scientist that were resident in the facility in order not to raise suspicions. Luckily for them Doc had given them free rein in the hope that they would discover something useful or improve their interests. She had given each of the GMNs an extra room aside their bedroom to do whatever they wanted. She also bought the instruments and equipment they needed or in some cases wanted as well as other essential and non-essential materials. Did she care? They didn't know, she didn't act it but more often acted like she was just following orders which made them wonder often times who she answered to.

Two days before Doc came back, the GMNs went back to their usual routine. They did what they did on normal mission free days. They had their normal training sections but their instructors were nowhere to be found. They just left words that they should hold training by themselves. So after their regular morning exercise with the dog present, it was time to spar but they had trouble picking partners.

"I'm with 6"GMN-1 said and GMN-6 turned to look at her like she was crazy

"No thanks, I'll rather live"GMN-6 said, putting distance between her and GMN-1. Her reaction seemed to amuse GMN-1, she turned to GMN-9. He didn't even allow her to say anything but quickly moved to the other side eyeing her.

"I'm with 3" GMN-2 said and 3 just nodded

GMN-7 caught GMN 1 and 4 looking at him.

"Not happening!" he glared at them.

" I guess I'm with GMN-1" GMN-5 said and they all turned to look at her

"uh-huh" GMN-6 said, walking towards the door.

"where are you going?" GMN-3 asked

"To get a stretcher, alert the medical team and demand for a sick permit cause I ain't going to be here"GMN-6 replied

GMN-5 frowned and turned to GMN-4

"I guess it's 4 then"GMN-5 said

"I guess you should start giving lectures on the act of suicide"GMN-9 said

GMN-1 turned to 4 sizing him up calculatively.

"Me and you?" GMN-1 said. It sounded like a question but they knew it wasn't a question. GMN-4 looked at her like he had been expecting it and for a long time even.

"how about we draw lots or pick names" GMN-2 intervened and they turned to look at him. He was really uneasy about their pairing.

"no way because I might end up with either of them. The instructors don't even pair us with them" GMN-6 objected

"consider it learning" GMN-2 said

"learning what it feels to have broken bones or near death experience, which is it?" GMN-6 asked

"2 has a point. If we keep being paired with the same partners, we'll hardly learn anything new besides we usually have three or more rounds. You can choose your partners then or opt out"GMN-3 said

"i guess you are right. I hope my luck doesn't hate me" GMN-6 conceded and GMN-2 proceeded to right numbers one to four in separate papers, twice and then folded the eight pieces of paper into balls. He put them in someone's towel and jumbled it together and they each selected one.

GMN 1 and 3 picked the number 1, GMN 5 and 6 picked the number 2, GMN 2 and 4 picked the number 3 while GMN 7 and 9 picked the number 4.

"i think its fair. So we are doing this according to number right? Ladies first" GMN-3 said gesturing GMN-1 to the open floor.

GMN-1 walked to the center and waited for him. She stood there watching him walk towards her. GMN-4 just shook his head.

"this should be interesting" GMN-6 said and GMN-9 smiled

"wanna bet?" GMN-7 joined the conversation.

"nope, just watching" GMN-6 said and 5 scoffed but they didn't pay her any attention.

'you can go first if you want" GMN-1 said and GMN-3 nodded.

The fight commenced. GMN-3 attacked first and GMN-1 dodged and followed that with a counter attack that sent him back a few centimeters. He attacked again but she blocked all his attacks and when she found an opening she utilized it. He paused and waited for her to attack and later thought he shouldn't have done that. He had a better chance when he was the one attacking. She was fast, precise and very flexible and had him pinned on the ground. The dog let out cheerful barks and GMN-3 wanted to hate the dog.

"round two?" she said offering him a hand up. He grabbed it and she helped him up.

"nope, I'm good for now" he replied and she nodded tapping his left leg with her left foot. He nodded and they both headed to the sidelines.

"let's get this over with I have things to do"GMN-5 said and GMN-6 looked at her

"supposing you can still talk after" GMN-6 replied walking ahead of her to the open floor. GMN-5 walked like she was wasting her time. The dog saw its mistress and barked then stood up from its position and moved closer to GMN-1. She ignored it, but it rubbed its body on her leg. She bent down and rubbed its head and ears and it let out a satisfied whine. GMN-1 shook her head in amusement.

'That dog has got to go and soon.' GMN-4 thought eyeing the animal. GMN-3 caught him and for once was happy they weren't allowed anywhere near the kitchen or else dog would be on the next menu.

The fight started and GMN-5 charged like a lunatic and seriously exaggerated her fight noise. It was funny and GMN-6 was nearly distracted by the spectacle and it would have caused her. Luckily she remembered to fight now and laugh later. The dog who was busy enjoying his rub had to open his eyes and look up at the noise. when it saw what was going on, it bent its head to the right looking at GMN-5 with a funny look like it was confused.

GMN-6 dodged three blows in sucession before she got a chance. GMN-5 made exaggerated noises so it was easier to tell when and where she was going to strike. Her movements weren't fast and contained a lot of unnecessary stunts like she was trying to show off. The fight was not really competitive in terms of technique and strategy because GMN-6 had the upper hand but they had to admit, GMN-5 had gotten slightly better.

The change occured when GMN-5 noticed she was losing and GMN-4 looked bored and not paying them any attention. She took a hit when she was distracted and landed back up on the ground. She caught sight of GMN-1 and her eyes changed colour and she attacked GMN-6 who was slightly unprepared for the red eyes. The fight took a whole new level and GMN-6 was having trouble handling her. GMN-2 wanted to intervene but GMN-1 held him back. She motioned to GMN-6 to calm down when she caught her eyes. This gave GMN-6 the upper hand because after sometime GMN-5 became irrational and reckless. Few minutes later GMN-6 successful knocked her out with a very powerful blow then made sure she stayed down and then proceeded to drag her out of the floor by her legs and dumped her infront of GMN-2

"I think this belongs to you!" GMN-6 said before going to take a drink of water. The dog followed her. GMN 3 and 4 looked at the annoying creature but didn't say anything.

GMN-4 preceeded GMN-2 to the floor. They just stood their facing each other.

"hello,I didn't get the memo. Is this a starring contest?" GMN-6 said with her can in her hand and the dog beside her. GMN-4 looked at her, then the dog, then GMN-1 and finally back to GMN-2

"oh boy" GMN-3 said sorrowfully

GMN-4 attacked with a ferocity that even surprised GMN-1. GMN-2 would have managed to hold his own but GMN-4 seemed to be the current manager of an anger reservoir. GMN-2 fell to the ground but stood up, wiping the blood from his lips. He turned to face GMN-4 and then he attacked. It seemed like he had been employed by an anger bank. The fight was hot but still GMN-4 had the upper hand.

"you do know we do not have spare parts in the infirmary" GMN-3 told 1

"they need to work some of that anger of their system. I still don't understand what they have against each other"GMN-1 said

"confusion is asking why there is confusion. Touching" GMN-6 commented, shaking her head. GMN-1 looked at her but couldn't understand the head or the tail of what she just said

"need I remind you that we don't have a private cemetery" GMN-3 called her attention. 1 rolled her eyes. This guy was seriously bugging her.

"Time's up!!!" GMN-1 yelled and they had to cover their ears and those fighting had to stop. They turned to look at her. For someone with a small voice she could have eardrums bursting.

"I didn't know there was a time limit"GMN-4 said not bothering to hide his disappointment

"Well there is now" GMN-1 said and 4 frowned but left the floor and so did GMN-2. Both of them were bruised but more so GMN-2. She shook her head

"thank you"GMN-3 said relieved and GMN-6 humphed. GMN-5 who was awake and caught the later part of the fight frowned.

GMN 7 and 9 made it to the floor and began to fight. They were on par with each other but GMN-7 had the leverage of size and weight and was able to withstand more and won in the end.

"that is what you call a friendly combat" GMN-3 said

"whose up for round two!?" GMN-1 announced ignoring him. For some reason there was a part of her that seemed fueled by activities like this, that thrives on it.

"me" GMN-6 said

"me too" GMN 7 and 9 chorused

"me as well"GMN-3 said. He noticed that GMN-1 was enjoying this

"me" GMN-4 said and they turned to look at him. He was already healing

"yeah me too" GMN-2 said and GMN-3 looked at him. He didn't think that was a wise decision but he was contending for something. He sighed and prayed he didn't pick 4 again.

"add me" GMN-5 said

'That's all of us" GMN-1 said gleefully and jumbled the balls. She gave them to pick first.

"who else picked 2?" GMN-5 asked

"me" GMN-4 replied and there was silence in heaven.

"where's the funeral at?" GMN-6 broke the silence and they turned to look at her but she ignored them "should I wear black or yellow?"

"very funny"GMN-5 mocked

"oh trust me it will be" GMN-6 mocked back

"who got 3" GMN-7 asked interrupting their banter

"me" GMN-3 answered

"i've got 4" GMN-9 said

"so do I" GMN-2 replied

GMN-6 locked eyes with GMN-1 and swallowed she didn't know when she said

"time to die" 6 muttered

"whose all cocky now?" GMN-5 mocked

"at least I'll be considered and die in one piece. As for you, we'll be lucky if we find something to bury" GMN-6 retorted

GMN-1 shook her head and walked towards the center. She turned and beckoned GMN-6 with her right hand. GMN-6 stepped out but made no motion to come to her, so GMN-1 decided to go to her. GMN-6 went the opposite direction. GMN-1 paused tried again but GMN-6 did the same thing heading in the opposite direction. GMN-1 stopped.

"what are you doing?" GMN-1 asked

"preserving my life. Does it look like I want to die?" GMN-6 replied

"does it look like I want to kill you?" GMN-1 asked

"with you no one can be too sure" GMN-6 replied and GMN-1 frowned and turned to walk out and back to where she was standing before to let other people use the floor.

"let's get this over with" GMN-6 said mustering up courage.

GMN-6 attacked and expected GMN-1 to dodge even though GMN-1 had her back to her but GMN-1 didn't. She let GMN-6 land her blow and didn't move even from impact. GMN-6 didn't know if she should apologise after all it's a fight and she could have easily avoided the hit. GMN-1 just turned and she feared what GMN-1 would do but GMN-1 accessed her briefly.

"hit me again" GMN-1 said and GMN-6 looked at her skeptically then she added "I won't hit back"

GMN-6 nodded and struck out again. This time GMN-1 caught her hand and move to the side. She began to reposition GMN-6.

"you can't strike repeatedly the way you did. This way you can and still maintain your balance" GMN-1 said and then asked her to strike again. They kept going on and on until GMN-1 stopped urging 6 to pratice. GMN-6 smiled and nodded. She was so happy. She didn't die plus she got helpful tips. She really wanted to hug GMN-1 but stopped herself. She didn't know how GMN-1 would react to that. They walked back towards the side line.

"i'm kind of wishing I picked her" GMN-9 said in awe

"yeah me too, me too" GMN-7 said looking at them approaching.

GMN 2 and 4 turned to look at them and frowned. GMN-3 couldn't believe this. They were just appreciating her skills and they've already moved up the kill list. In his widest imagination he would never expect these two to be capable of jealousy not to talk about rivalry.

"floor's open" GMN-1 said to GMN-4 and he dimmed his eyes and look at GMN-5.

GMN-3 looked at him and hoped they don't bury anyone today.

GMN-5 was the first person to walk to the center.

"Dead GMN walking" GMN-6 said, looking at her, GMN-5 glared at her. "What, it's not like I lied anyway'' GMN -9 resisted the urge to explode in laughter.

GMN-5 was pleased she got to fight with GMN-4. Now he must pay her attention. GMN-4 walked towards her and she watched him. He needed some form of exertion but this was murder in the making. He didn't mean to look down on her but even GMN-6 could hold her own for sometime minus the fear that is. With this one there was hardly any fear but recklessness. Maybe he should do what GMN-1 did and teach her a thing or two. He looked at the individual in question and it was obvious she had other things in mind.

GMN-1 observed the scene. There were many ways this could end and to say she was curious…GMN-3 rubbed his forehead restlessly. He knew their physical capabilities and GMN-5 was no where closer to him to talk about 4. please let this be like GMN 1 and 6 training. GMN-2 observed 1. he had more interest in her reaction if any than the fight. Did she care? Who did she care about? GMN-1 turned to him.

"if you find what you are searching for, do tell me" and she turned back to the two people about to fight.

GMN-5 charged for GMN-4. he was completely healed of the bruise he sustained from the fight with GMN-2. he had to allow 2 to get a few in so that it wouldn't look so much like an unfair fight moreover it made him able to land blows more powerful than the ones he received.

GMN-5 wanted to impress GMN-4 why? So he could realise that she as better than GMN-1. he seems so far away, untouchable, she wanted him and more so because he wanted someone else and that person she happen to hate the most in this planet. Why did she hate GMN-1? she didn't know the underlying reason for that but knew she hated the fact that everyone seemed to worship the ground she walks on even the aloof GMN-2 and especially GMN-4. she needed GMN-4 to like her so that he would be at her disposal. With his strength and capabilities, she could think of numerous possibility. The other reason she wanted him was so that GMN-1 couldn't have him. She had a feeling that maybe just maybe, GMN-1 could come to like him that is if she didn't already. It was hard to tell with her because she always wore a facial cloak. So the operation 'impress GMN-4 with her fighting skill' was in motion.

GMN-4 dodged the blow. She was easily distracted and that was a very bad thing. For very skilled fighters it could cause them let alone her. She struck again and he evaded and she kept striking putting too much energy to the simplest action making it sloppy and unnatural. He caught her hand and used it against her and she was on the ground.

"what exactly are you doing?" he asked her

"digging her own grave" he heard GMN-6 reply and saw her nudging GMN-1 with her shoulders. GMN-1 didn't reply but kept watching them.

How can he be looking at her at a time like this. GMN-5 thought bitterly standing up and charging for him. He side stepped tripping her with his foot. He had not even attempted to hit her. It was as if he was restraining himself obviously aware of the strength difference. GMN-3 saw it as a good thing.

"you get easily distracted and lack balance" GMN-4 said as she got up. She charged again he caught her clothe by the shoulder and then let her go and she fell down with the thud.

"uuu…that's gonna hurt" GMN-9 said

GMN-5 stood up slowly. She had burst her lips during the fall. She wiped it and looked at him. So she wasn't as good as he was but she was as good as GMN-1 and maybe even better but he was willing to teach her. She could use this to her advantage.

GMN 2, 3 and 4 raised an eyebrow at the change in GMN-5's expression but GMN-1's expression didn't flicker.

"why don't you teach me. I promise I'll be a good student" GMN-5 said acting cute

Even that made GMN 7 and 9 raise an eyebrow. What was she up to?

GMN-4 knew it was a bad idea but her skills were way worse. If not for super strength she could really get one of them killed if she needed to watch their backs.

"okay, we'll start with your posture" GMN-4 said

He was agreeing? He agreed! Take that GMN-1! See, he does pay attention to me, he cares and maybe even likes me. Her over enthusiasm was obvious.

GMN-4 looked at the person in front of him. He was so far from interested but so that she won't put any other person in danger.

"and your focus" GMN-4 said. Among other things. He added to himself.

GMN-5 nodded vigorously. "what do you want me to do?"

"start with paying attention" GMN-4 said and proceeded to position her properly

"this is no fun" GMN-6 sulked

"patience" GMN-1 said eeryingly calm. GMN-3 looked from the scene in front of him to GMN-1. He didn't like that tone but there was no change in her expression.

GMN-4 had gradually reached the limit of his patience in few minutes. This was one of the worst decision he had made, she was hopeless and the annoying part was that she tried so hard to gain his attention instead of paying attention to his instructions. She was easily distracted, sloppy and could not fasten her pace no matter how he tried; she exaggerated every movement. He kept having to position her properly. Her adaptability was zero. She seemed to mess up so he would correct her and then made a mess of the whole thing trying to impress him. After few more tries he literally gave up. He sighed and walk away but the thing didn't just know when to quit. She grabbed his arm tugging it.

"teach me more. I'm eager to learn more" GMN-5 said acting cute again

It was obvious to everybody that she was overdoing it but she didn't care. He was finally paying her attention. She chanced a glance at GMN-1 wanting to see the anger and seething jealousy she must be feeling but rather what she saw was amusement in her eyes. She was the one getting his attention but she seemed amused. GMN-5's anger grew by leaps. She sidled closer to GMN-4 and missed the expression of pure irritation that registered on his face.

"Enough" GMN-4 said in a cold voice as he tried to pry away her hands without hurting her much but that didn't stop her.

"Come on. Just a bit more. I'm a good student aren't I? Just a little more, I'll learn fast. Pretty please" GMN-5 said. Her voice was grating on his ears , grating on his nerves. He flung her off him with more force than he intended.

GMN-1 pushed 6 out of the way and caught 5 who had been sent flying. She would have crashed to the wall if she hadn't stopped her motion.

GMN-4 just walked off to the opposite direction to calm himself. Her advances were making him more and more irritated that he wanted to tear her limb by limb. He took a deep calming breathe.

GMN-7 was glad he didn't have to deal with a situation like that because he wasn't sure if he would have such patience.

GMN-3 was just glad there wasn't any broken thing so far but men! Was that girl a test of patience?

GMN-6 couldn't say she was very satisfied with the outcome but she was happy this annoying episode finally came to an end. She wasn't the one being taught but she was sure she learnt a thing or more.

Some of them would ask why she saved GMN-5. Well it's because she felt like it. She felt a weird sensation as she watched them but she suppressed it rather than find out what it was.

"i guess we'll go to the next"GMN-1 said and they turned to look at her. Was she serious? "or do you want to quit?" She was serious.

GMN- 5 who was still being held by her stood upright and shrugged off her hands and glared at her but GMN-1 ignored her.

"it's just training, getting hurt is a package deal, why stop the fun?" GMN-3 said dryly. He didn't mean it but some people took it literally.

GMN- 7 stepped out and GMN-3 had no choice but to follow. They duelled. GMN-3 thought GMN-7 was quite good but he couldn't pinpoint why he felt that GMN-7 had a sudden switch of personality. He was in leagued with 5 and Doc but now…?

However GMN-3 won but it wasn't a bloody fight and it wasn't like the tutorial GMN 1 and 4 gave.

Next up was 2 and 9. it was quick.

"men do I need to focus on my training" GMN-9 said as GMN-2 helped him up.

"you're not bad" GMN-2 said

"but no where near good enough" GMN-9 replied

"you just need pratice" GMN-2 said patting him on the back.

"round three anyone?" GMN-1 asked. They turned to look at her like she was crazy. "I haven't had much fun" she was even crazier than they thought.

"how about we pick again and if you're up for it, you fight and if not you decline" GMN-6 suggested. They nodded and GMN-1 presented the papers again.

GMN 3 and 5 picked 1, 3 declined. Why? Because 5 wouldn't. GMN 6 and 9 picked 2 and 9 declined. GMN 2 and 7 picked 3 and 7 declined.He was not in the mood. They usually used special robots in their training and the feedback was expected. GMN 1 and 4 picked 4 and none of them declined. They just stared at each other. The others were kind of curious. It had been a long time since they fought against each other because they were usually on each other's side.

"what do you say?" GMN-1 asked and GMN-4 just stood from the chair he had been sitting on and walked to the center. GMN-6 headed to the door.

"where are you going to this time?" GMN-3 asked. She ignored him and left and came back bearing a sofa on which were snacks, popcorn and soft drinks.

"what's a movie without refreshments" she replied to GMN-3's question and made herself comfortable.

GMN-1 walked over very slowly until she was standing in front of him. He shook his head.

"I have to warn you, I won't go easy on you" GMN-4 said. At this GMN-5 sat down on the sofa GMN-6 brought and dug into the popcorn without her permission, making herself comfortable and getting ready to enjoy the show. GMN-6 wanted to tell her off but decided to let things slide.

To GMN-5, GMN-4 admitting that he wouldn't go easy on GMN-1 was the same as admitting he favoured her more than GMN-1.

"I have to warn you, I fight dirty" GMN-1 retorted

"I have to warn you, I think this is a bad idea" GMN-3 said but they ignored him and he sighed and sat down beside GMN-6. The rest gathered around to watch even the dog. GMN-2 wasn't on board with this but it was impossible to stop them.

"ladies first" GMN-4 said.

The fight began. GMN-1 struck first but GMN-4 blocked and they continued like that until she suddenly stopped which made GMN-4's strike land on her right shoulder. The others gasped as they saw GMN-1 being shifted back a little due to the force. GMN-4 knew what she did but didn't realise it on time. Now she was going to be more accurate in her calculations.

The dog barked aggressively as GMN-5 smiled widely. She didn't know GMN-6 caught that smile and was about to empty her drink on GMN-5's head but GMN-3 stopped her. GMN 2, 7 and 9 winced at the impact but the person that was hit didn't seem bothered.

GMN-1 popped her shoulders back in place. She had gotten what she wanted, to know the average strength and force of his strike.

She was good. GMN-4 thought. He didn't realize what she was doing until it was too late and was even more surprised she could take a hit like that without flying or falling over. She was a lot stronger than he gave her credit for. She had wanted to measure the impact of his strike on her and use it to her advantage.

They continued fighting and most of the onlookers were amazed it was hard to tell who's better. There was no exaggerated movement or unnecessarily flare and they noticed a lot of things they didn't notice before.

"I didn't even know we could do that!" GMN-6 said sitting forward refreshment forgotten.

"look, look, look! Wow!" GMN-9 exclaimed

"who do you think is going to win?" GMN-6 asked

"4 of course" GMN-5 replied

"i don't think so" GMN-2 said

"me neither, they complement each other so perfectly" GMN-7 said never taking his eyes off the fight.

"They sure have a lot of stamina, they haven't even slowed down" GMN-9 said in awe.

GMN-3 was silent. That was the problem. None of them was going to quit or stop and this could probably go on forever and he wasn't saying it lightly.

GMN-1 was impressed the guy had a lot of stamina which made things more interesting because he didn't slack not even one bit. In terms of body weight and size, he heavier and bigger and used it to his full advantage. He was quite sturdy but flexible and had great techniques. This fight was well worth the wait. He should be her training partner instead of those dumb but strong robots. This was more of a challenge.

GMN-1 was really someone who could be severely underestimated because of her size and body stature. There was a lot of strength and stamina in that small body. She was light on her feet with incredible balance. She was also very flexible and slippery. She could bend her body in ways he didn't seem possible and could manage to slip out of his holds no matter how tightly he held her. One time she had left him hold her tightly like bone crushing tight but the way she managed to free herself even surprised him and she used his momentary surprise to her advantage. His major observations about her was that she was calculative, adaptive and could be very unpredictable. Things hardly took her by surprise and she was a very fast learner who didn't need to be taught. It was like her body had the innate ability to respond to change however frequent and unusual that change was. She could start with something and end with another like her body analysed the situation and changed its attack to the most appropriate given the situation. One time she wanted to punch him and he blocked in a wicked way but she ended up changing the position of her hand just as it connected with his body and even managed to move it higher. He was impressed, she was a worthy opponent.

Two hours later and they were not even slowing down. How they managed to regulate their breathing and heart rate with the obvious adrenaline rush was marveling.

"they could literally go on forever!" GMN-7 exclaimed. He was amazed

"i just love the way they move" GMN-9 said. The way they avoided each others blows, their flips, their blocks and counter attack, it was magical. They could even tell him right now that humans were born with wings and he would believe no questions asked.

GMN-5's face turned sour and sour by the minute. She couldn't believe what she was seeing. How could GMN-1 still be standing. She watched the fight between 2 and 4 and he was more aggressive and forceful now than then as if he was trying to tire her out but she wasn't giving in.

One more hour and they were still fighting. GMN-3 was at loss. He needed to break up this fight. They had other things to do today. This was the only way to end the fight because none of them would surrender or get tired. He stood up.

"where are you going?" GMN-2 asked

"To break up the fight" GMN-3 said

"Why would you want to spoil the fun. We are enjoying this!" GMN-6 replied

"because, it's the only way to end the fight and we have other things to do" GMN-3 responded

"kill joy" GMN-6 muttered but let him go. He was right.

"you could just shout from here" GMN-9 said

"do you honestly think that will stop them?" GMN-3 asked and he didn't reply.

He walked towards them. Even when they heard him coming they didn't stop. Even when they saw him, they didn't stop. Even when he shouted, they didn't stop. He tried to stop their attacks but they used him instead.

"wow! Look at that!" GMN-7 exclaimed

They were using him to fight each other and some times it looked like they were fighting him but never for once hit him.

"that's pure technique there" GMN-9 exclaimed

GMN-3 was wondering how he got entangled, hejust came to stop them and now he was in the fight with them. For people that have been fighting for the past three hours and more, they still had a lot of energy. He saw the fist coming for his face too late. Just as it was about to connect, GMN-1 bent him back and down, wedging him with her leg. Just as the arm was retreating she pushed back up using his shoulder as balance to land a flying kick aimed at GMN-4's neck. GMN-4 used his crossed arm to block his neck. It looked like a one leg fly kick but it was actually two because her other leg connected with his open abs. She was on her own feet so fast that her next attack was a surprise to him but 4 was prepared. They went on.

GMN-3 wanted to pull his hair out in frustration. They needed to get back to their various labs and figure something out. Suddenly they stopped and turned to him. Finally!

"you look like you're about to have a nervous break down" GMN-1 said seriously but there was amusement in her eyes. GMN-3 just glared at them.

"you need to get back to work" GMN-3 said drily

"Okay" GMN-4 said and made a jab at GMN-1 but she dodged. Damn does she have a fast reflex!

"not that work!" GMN-3 yelled who knows when they will stop if they start again.

They were just teasing him. They turned and walked side by side towards the others. GMN-5 just stood up and left

"what were you thinking was going to happen!" GMN-6 mocked her but she didn't say anything but walked out.

"seriously?" GMN-2 questioned her

"what!? I can't help it" GMN-6 replied

"that was…EPIC!" GMN-9 couldn't contain his excitement "you've got to teach me!"

"maybe next time. My manager says we have work to do" GMN-1 said looking from 9 to 3. GMN-3 just snorted and walked out.

"later" GMN-1 said and they all nodded aside GMN-6. she was still dazed like she was rewatching the fight in her head. When she realize her surrounding, she shouted

"wait for me! That was insane! You have to teach me everything and I mean everything!" she said following GMN-1 out.

"that wasn't bad" GMN-2 said going out

"thanks" GMN- 4 replied. GMN 7 and 9 looked at each other. Was that a truce? They looked back at GMN-4. they didn't think so. The felt it was going to get hotter.

GMN 4, 7 and 9 left together but went to their different rooms. Later while GMN 1 and 3 met in the lab, GMN-9 joined 4.

After hours of working, they finally pinpointed the compound that was wrecking havoc. Coincidentally it was the second thing they gave GMN-1 that her body reacted adversely too. The weird part was aside administering it directly it was added to some of their foods. For GMN-1 her body was already fighting the subtle ones due to the impact it was having on her body. The direct administration was over the top which made her body react violently, hence the bleeding which in someways helped get rid of a huge amount in her system. They noticed something else, her dosage was higher than the others. The question was what to do.

GMN 4 and 9 made progress. They were able to get a location. It was in the next city which means they had a fast means of transportation. They needed to check it out before they relocated. They needed to discuss if they should let Doc know.