Lucian's repeated clapping echoed within the desolate lecture hall.
"Ceo—"
"Outstanding work, Manager Halter! You've just proven yourself useful as the chain of our uncontrollable Unit 091."
"I don't understand."
"To put it simply,"
Lucian's voice dropped to a warning murmur. He leaned against my ear.
"Your existence is vital in keeping Unit 091 in check. Do not disappoint. You've already been demoted to Manager, don't make me regret this choice."
"I…"
Lucian gave one final smile before turning away.
One of the guards approached me, asking me to hand Adrian over.
"I refuse."
The guard stared at me intently. Then, he nodded, and pivoted towards the other guard.
Oliver was carried out of the room.
I looked down. Adrian was still sleeping peacefully, like a child in the arms of a parent.
A child, surviving in a hell he doesn't belong.
A child…
How foolish, a grown man compared with a child.
A child, huh.
I found the situation stupid but, I can't seem to let go of the child.
I don't want to be reminded again, and again.
"Yes."
Brushing Adrian's hair, I whispered.
"I accept. I'll be your chain."