Phil is not like Philip.

Before he turned five, Phil had been confined within the research base, being an object of study among cold machines and

emotionless gadgets. He watched the scientists in their crisp lab coats through the glass, naively considering them all to be his

parents.

Before the age of five, Phil knew nothing, not even what the blue sky was, or what a rustle of green leaves in the breeze felt like.

It wasn't until he was sent out to interact with Philip that he stepped outside for the first time.

From infancy, both boys received hormonal injections, endowing them with intellects far surpassing their mere five years.

It was probably Phil's wide-eyed wonder and insatiable curiosity about the world that tugged at Philip's heartstrings. Yet, when Phil

asked to return to the base with him, Philip didn't immediately agree. Instead, he said, "I'll have to see what Mrs. Abbott thinks."

Having spent years in the organization, Philip regarded Cynthia, known as Mrs. Abbott, as his mother. But as he wrestled with the

decision to confide in Cynthia about Phil, he overheard her conversation with the Grand Elder.

"Philip's intelligence exceeds that of other children, but he seems to have a cold nature. Such individuals may lack community

pride and prove challenging to lead. He's not suitable as a leader."

"Let's exclude Philip for now, Grand Elder. In truth, I already have someone else in mind for the role."

But she didn't mention that this “someone” was her own daughter.

Philip's enthusiasm was extinguished like a fldoused by her words.

knew Cynthia held the reins of power in BK, revered as the Holy Daughter. Everyone must

future devoid of recognition or advancement within the

of small animals. There's a bloodthirstiness in his genes, making

friends. We should guide him onto the right

the Grand Elder didn't take her seriously, for Philip was, after all,

turned to leave, she ran into the

es

his hair with a gentle hand. "What are

Cynthia was different, unafraid of him. But she was just

him a code name, K. He had

hadn't realized she had

is it that

mind telling you. I have a daughter. You should meet her

exceptional. She is a blessing from

all

was just an outsider she had picked

hidden

said?" Cynthia asked, her voice still soft as she

upset. You might not beca leader, but I'll still teach

He didn't

only her

He wanted

he

when Phil later asked if they should join forces, Philip agreed

show Cynthia that he

emotional knot stayed with Philip until the

Cynthia trusted him to go for help,

such thing. Instead, upon his return, he claimed Cynthia was occupied with something and wouldn't

a while.

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