Where it all started

"I heard that you can erase memories," the voice was sweet and melodious, almost angel-like. It was definitely not something that could come out of the mouth of a killer. The ethereal voice, which dripped like honey, had an effect opposite of its soothing tone. In fact, the doctor shivered at the sound of his words. Like a seething cat, the hairs on the back of the doctor's neck stood up, and goosebumps immediately covered his arms. 'Five seconds', these were the words that immediately appeared in the doctor's mind. 'I need to get out of here in five seconds, or else I'll...'

CLICK

The sound of a gun cocking revertabrated in the still room.

"Did you not hear me?" There was a trace of impatience in his tone. "I'm asking you whether or not you can erase memories?" The doctor felt something cool press against his forehead. He instinctively shut his eyes, and dry swallowed his non-existent salvia.

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Former FBI Agent was severely injured after escaping the "5 Second Killer."

"5 Second Killer" leaves a mark on each of his victims. Is he doing it for fame?

The truth about the "5 Second Killer." Evidence leads to ties to the dark web and black market.

The most wanted man on earth is wanted in 28 different countries. Confirmed murder cases totals to 79 deaths while the estimated death toll is 236.

"5 Second Killer" leaves a mark after assassinating the Prime Minister of Israel. A whole nation is in turmoil.

Researcher Anthony Marden often enjoyed reading about serial killers in his free time. He was not sadistic in nature, rather, he enjoyed mysteries and was interested in understanding the psyche of the criminally insane. However, Dr. Marden didn't expect that one day he would meet the same murderer that he often read about at his coffee table. After encountering the 5 Second Killer, Dr. Marden was sure he was as good as dead. However, surprisingly, the 5 Second Killer was not after his life but his research.

"I want you to erase my memories."

Dr. Marden was sure he had misheard the killer.

"I want to start over. I want to live a good life."

Indeed Dr. Marden was certain he had died and gone to heaven. Otherwise, how could he hear such absurd words coming out of the mouth of a mass murderer? After realizing that the killer was dead serious, Dr. Marden had a decision to make. Should he assist the criminal and potentially be charged with harboring a fugitive? Will erasing the killer's memories also erase the past deeds that he has done? After being given a blank slate, can a murderer really become a good person?