Chapter 33

When one of his minions contacted Jacob, Jacob placed the vultures on high alert, searching the city thoroughly for Caleb.

"Commander, I think you should watch this news story," Jacob nodded as he entered the command center and saw a message on the television with a recognized face, as the agent had stated.

"Good day, Vultures. Since this communication does directly pertain to a member of the Vulture's flock, I really hope the Vulture's commander is keeping an eye on it." As two of her snakes carried a restrained Caleb into view, Nichole said.

Trace that. Jacob exploded.

The signal had bounced off multiple different servers, so the tech remarked, "We're trying, sir, but I'm not sure if we can finish the trace before she closes the message.

Do it anyhow—at least we'll have a search radius. stated Jacob. The Vulture replied, "Yes sir," as they started the track.

"Okay, so here is the situation. Maryland, you're holding someone I want, and I have something the Vultures want. Right now, Cyber Cameleon is being kept in the M.R.C. Digital Asylum. Commander Jacob won't let that injustice stand for very long, though, if he is present. Otherwise, I really hope he wasn't overly enamored of this attractive face " Caleb's face was being pinched as Nichole said.

"Avoid touching me. Don't pay attention to her, Commander, because she is now a traitor." Caleb yelled.

"Play nicely, little birdie. You aren't really that tough without your abilities, after all. Commander Jacob, you have 24 hours to turn over control of Cyber Chameleon to me. There is a prisoner swap. I'll give you my lizard, and you can have my vulture. This time is now." As the message was cut off, Nichole said.

"So?" Jacob questioned.

The Vulture apologized, "Sorry sir, we couldn't acquire a trace in time."

"Discover Cyber Chameleon's identity next. I'm curious as to why Nichole is drawn to this freakshow." stated Jacob.

Indeed, sir. The Vulture's remarked as they began their job, neither Nichole nor they being aware that a second person was working on the case.

Did you locate the signal, then? Nell made the inquiry.

"Nichole's scrambling tech may have been sufficient to defeat the Vulture's, but Microsoft X spent years and billions of dollars developing technology that could overcome that specific obstacle." Richard said.

And thus, he never sold it, why? Nell queried.

"He enjoys keeping the greatest toys all to himself. You are aware that he could have provided the military and police with the technology used to make the suit, right?" Nell chuckled as Robert inquired.

The only person you can fully trust is yourself, according to Microsoft X. Robert nodded after Nell spoke.

"Probably because he never explained to anyone why he disappeared for so long or where he went at that time," Nell nodded as Robert continued.

After this, when he comes back to see how I'm doing, remind me to kick his ass for that, Nell remarked.

"No issue. Kid Owl stomps on Microsoft. On YouTube, that would go viral." Nell remarked, and Robert grinned.

"It would, of course. Back to the current issue, though?" Nell queried.

Right, the investigation is finished, and she is holding Caleb in the same location as before. Richard said.

Just fix my suit, and I can still employ my Data Level 1 technique, you see. said Nell.

Making a mock outfit should only take an hour or so. Richard said.

"Start working. because I can." Robert nodded after Nell spoke.

"You are aware that my partner will never comply with your requests, correct? Traitor." Caleb enquired.

"Nichole. Obviously, I do. Until I demonstrate to him the repercussions of his defiance, that is, at least." said Nichole.

By murdering me?" Caleb questioned.

"Not you, please. You have the necessary training, and you would willingly give your life to fulfill your mission. What about them, though?" Nichole questioned as she pointed down to the park next to the structure, where people had gathered to watch a movie.

Caleb questioned, "Those are innocent people.

"Commander Jacob will only learn the message in this way. If my deadline is not met, my lizard will be responsible for the innocent blood of Marylanders." said Nichole.

Why not mention that in your brief message to him? Caleb enquired.

Where is the joy in ruining that small surprise now? Nichole enquired.

Do you honestly believe you can accomplish that? Caleb enquired.

"The vultures are a joke, kindly. Now, if Microsoft were here, I may be concerned because he'd be entertaining and challenging " Right as a dagger shot through the air and sank into the wall, Nichole said.

"What? A gray Camo Dagger. Impossible. He's Dead." When Nichole realized what it was, she said.

Nichole turned to face a new voice that stated, "But I'm not," and Kid Owl was there.

'What brings you here?' Nichole enquired.

I'm here to help one of my Commanders, I swear. said Kid Owl.

"We'll see into that," Kid Owl successfully escaped Nichole's charge as she brought out her butterfly blades.

Nichole whirled around and slashed his throat with a knife. Kid Owl moved away from the action to acquire space by dodging each knife slash. Nichole flung two butterfly knives at Kid Owl after becoming irate. With his metal arm bands as a barrier against the knives, Kid Owl raised both of his arms. Nichole exhaled an exasperated breath.

How did you predict my movements? Nichole enquired.

"You mean how, aside from killing with a knife, do you strike at random without any genuine skill?" Kid Owl taunted as he delivered a powerful blow that knocked out Nichole and sent her flying back into a wall. This gave Kid Owl the freedom to move over to where Caleb was being held and cut him free.

Identify yourself. As he rubbed her wrist to restore feeling, Caleb questioned.

"a buddy. Your best chance of leaving this place alive is currently." says Kid.

"There must be a lot of security in this building. What is the best way for us to leave?" Caleb enquired.

Kid Owl pointed at the structure next to her and remarked, "Like this.

"Really? You describe it as safe." Caleb enquired.

"There aren't enough rounds to kill all of those guards. The quickest exit is through here." said Kid Owl.

"Fine." Kid Owl struggled to suppress the tremble he felt as they swung out of the building and directly over the residents of Maryland, many of whom noticed them and assumed the same thing in general, Caleb muttered angrily as he put his arms around Kid Owl's neck.

Microsoft X has returned. As all eyes moved to the spot where the Crusader had landed, a child said.

"Well, it appears that you are a celebrity hero." When they arrived on the roof, Caleb stated.

"Thank you very much." said Kid Owl.

Caleb remarked, "Thank you for the save.

We should try to avoid doing it frequently because I doubt your Supervisor would be okay with it. Kid Owl stated before using his cape to sort of glide away from the rooftop before Sophie could respond.

"I have to admit that working with Jacob has introduced me to so many new things. fresh heroes' fresh faces." Caleb acknowledged with a smile that for some reason, he couldn't help but feel drawn to Kid Owl. He is aware that Microsoft X only hires the best.