Chapter 1- The Run (pt2)
Nyra Asher
*panting, trying to catch her breath*
Drone
Command override: Subject Zero.
Drone
Resistance will be neutralized.
The drone’s claws dig into her arms..
its cold metal grip searing against her skin…
Nyra thrashes violently, her breath coming in ragged bursts as she tries to break free.
Nyra Asher
*straining, her voice cracking* I said—LET ME GO!
Her elbow connects with the drone’s face, the impact jarring her arm, but the machine doesn’t even flinch.
It tightens its grip, yanking her forward like a puppet on strings.
Guard 1
*chuckling as he keeps pace* Keep fighting, Zero. It’s cute. Really.
Nyra Asher
Tch! Shut up, u rust bucket!
The guard steps closer, his cybernetic eye glowing faintly in the dark. The smirk on his face deepens as he flicks the edge of his metal arm, the faint hum of electricity crackling through it.
Guard 1
That’s rich coming from someone who’s all flesh and bones..
Guard 1
A failure *chuckles*
Guard 2
She still thinks she can win. Adorable, isn’t it?
this time reaching for the screwdriver hidden in her waistband..
Her fingers graze it, but the drone notices.
It jerks her arm behind her back with brutal force, a sharp crack echoing in the night…
Nyra Asher
*screaming* AAAGHH! You piece of scrap—
Drone
Warning: further resistance will result in dislocation.
Guard 1
Hear that, Zero? It’s giving you choices now. You’re practically royalty.
Nyra Asher
*Glares at him*
through the haze of pain, her mind scrambling for a way out..
But the guards aren’t just human—they’re augmented.
Muscle reinforced with steel.
Reactions faster than she could ever hope to match.
Nyra Asher
* with gritted teeth* You think… this’ll break me?!
Guard 1
*leaning in close* Oh, sweetheart...
Guard 1
we’re not trying to break you. We’re just reminding you of your place..
Guard 1
*snaps his finger* Drone!
The drone tosses her into the waiting transport truck like a broken doll. She crashes against the metal floor, every joint screaming in protest.
Before she can gather her strength, a boot slams down on her chest, pinning her to the ground.
Guard 1
*grinning* Comfortable?
Guard 1
Good. You’ll want to save your strength for what’s coming…
Nyra Asher
*snarling, voice strained under the weight of his boot* You’ll pay for this. All of you.!!
Guard 2
*laughing as he leans against the doorframe*
Guard 2
Haven’t laughed this hard in weeks!!
The truck jolts forward, throwing Nyra against the wall. The guard steps back, allowing her to breathe for a moment, but it’s only to crouch down to her level, his cybernetic eye scanning her face.
Guard 1
*mocking* Look at you…All bruised and battered…
Guard 1
What’s the plan now, genius?
Guard 1
Gonna hack your way out?
Guard 1
Fight us with your bare hands?
Nyra Asher
*grits her teeth* Just you watch!
The guard laughs, reaching out to grab her by the collar. He lifts her effortlessly, slamming her against the truck wall. His voice drops, dripping with venom.
Guard 1
*laughs hysterically* You think you’re some kind of hero, don’t you?
Guard 1
Saving the world, avenging your family.
Guard 1
But here’s the truth, Zero—you’re nothing.
Guard 1
Less than nothing actually…
Guard 1
Just… another… failed experiment we’re cleaning up..
Guard 1
*His grip tightens around her neck*
Nyra’s vision blurs as his metal hand closes around her neck. She claws at his arm, desperate, but his augmented strength is unyielding
Nyra Asher
*gasping, voice rasping* You… don’t… own me…
Guard 1
*mockingly* No? Then why are you here?
Guard 1
Why are you always crawling back, begging for scraps?
Guard 1
You’re not a fighter.
Guard 1
*closing in on her… his venomous breath touching her skin* You…are… the prey!
The truck screeches to a halt, throwing them both off balance.
Nyra seizes the moment, driving her knee into the guard’s side.
He grunts, stumbling back, but recovers almost instantly..
She scrambles toward the open door, only to feel a hand grab her ankle and yank her back
Guard 1
You are not going anywhere!
He drags her back, his metal fingers digging into her flesh.
She kicks wildly, her heel connecting with his jaw.
Sparks fly from his augmented cheek, and he snarls, his grip tightening
Guard 2
*calls from outside*
Guard 2
Hurry it up! She’s not worth the delay!
The lead guard slams her against the truck wall again, his face inches from hers. His cybernetic eye whirs, scanning her as if she’s nothing more than data to be processed.
Guard 1
*low and menacing* you’ll regret that, Zero!
Guard 1
I’ll make sure of it!
He grabs her by the hair, dragging her out of the truck and throwing her onto the ground.
The concrete scrapes against her palms as she tries to push herself up.
A boot slams into her side, knocking the air out of her lungs.
Guard 1
*mocking as he leans down to her level* You’ll learn your place… One way or the other… *smirks*
The heavy prison doors open with a hiss, and she’s hauled inside..
The cold, sterile air bites at her skin as she’s thrown into the holding cell.
The door slams shut, the lock clicking into place.
Nyra crumbles to the floor, her body trembling
Nyra Asher
*to herself, whispering through the pain* I’m not done. Not yet..!
She presses a hand to her ribs, wincing.
Her mind is already racing, plotting.
Nyra Asher
*softly, but with steel in her voice* This isn’t over.
Comments
Niara Blue
Is she freaking stupid?!?
2024-12-06
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Niara Blue
Yes!
2024-12-06
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Niara Blue
😫…
2024-12-06
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