Chapter 53

Karl checking out John, the dude in front of him, flashing a small smile like a sneaky cashier. But John could sense something fishy going on. The vibe around Karl was off, like icy and full of mysteries. John stepped closer, keeping his cool facade, even though his heart was racing, fueled with anger and determination to uncover the truth behind the strange incidents that had snatched away the orphans he cared for.

"Welcome to Three-One-Three," Karl greeted in a friendly yet hollow tone. "Can I, like, help you with anything?"

Then Karl received a notification on some secret panel only visible to him.

[DING]

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[Uncommon Creature Detected]

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[System Analysis]

- Species: Homo Obscura

- Status: Potential Moderate to High Threat

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Karl murmured himself. "High threat? why is it different from Chloe and Amber?" he thought to himself. Karl tried to act all casual like a typical cashier.