New face of humanity

[srwu_npc4]

Following the disaster of the terrorist attack (and later Lost Seekers showing up), Project Khnum was not accepted by ESUN. Moreover ethical concerns ensured that thorough investigation must first be performed before it is allowed to continue in any shape or form.

But what of the clones? The clone soldiers who, after something happened to them, now are apparently sapient and acting with a will of their own. There is less than a dozen survivors, but one of them speaks up.


"Uncertain... I mean. I am uncertain what I wish to do now." The clone gestures - at the armored Genoace, at a handheld weapon dropped not too far away.

"But it's not this."

Comments

[srwu_npc4]

"Yes. I do not feel the need to do so, but I can."

[lostamigo]

Well. Don't do it if you don't wanna. But if you don't mind, I'd like to take a look at your face.

[srwu_npc4]

"I don't mind. I can do this much."

The clone clicks something on the neck, and removes the helmet.

The person staring at you has a very short buzzcut, unhealthily pale skin, and eyes sunken from reading the helmet's displays all the time. But if you watch closely... the clone definitely has Chou's face.

[lostamigo]

I'd lie if I said you look healthy. But it's nothing some fresh air can't fix.

I know it's a face you share with some others. But still, you got one. It's yours. Don't be ashamed of it.

[srwu_npc4]

"I won't be."

The clone hesitates, then adds.

"Same to you."

[lostamigo]

...Yeah. For me, it's... complex. But don't worry about it. You got more important things to mind, friend.

Your life's only starting now. Have a good one.