The escorting soldier observed the scene with a heavy heart. Jack was his friend; he had been his superior for many years and had always treated him well.
On the surface, his job seemed simple: provide support, attend to instructed needs, and, more critically, monitor them—keeping an eye on their mental state and conducting background checks to ensure nothing unusual surfaced.
However, the situation with the mother and daughter raised a red flag. It was baffling how the identity of the father remained unknown despite the advanced technology and surveillance at their disposal.
They had the means and authority to trace anyone, yet in this case, they found no leads. Normally, this wouldn't be a big problem, but this child was unique; she displayed a power unseen anywhere else in the world.
He, who was also involved in the case at the time, narrowly avoided accusations of protecting them and committing treason.