Chapter 101

"But she hates humans."

"She hates everyone. It's part of her programming. It's why you didn't suspect her. But logic says it has to be her because Avion is here with us."

"We rescued another male as well, who is currently unaccounted for. It could be him."

She shook her head. "Call it a gut instinct."

In other words, trust her. Looking down at her, he nodded. "MJ!" he yelled for his medic. "Get over here."

"Just as soon as you let me out. Not all of us have gotten the new upgrades yet," reminded the cyborg.

Aramus quickly released his brethren and the few other prisoners, Percy included, as sirens blared. He'd just finished unlatching the last cage when the thump of boots echoed from around the corner. He tucked Riley behind him, using his body as a shield, and just in time too, as the mercenaries showed up, weapons firing erratically.