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.

revered as the Holy Daughter. Everyone must

a future devoid of recognition or advancement

He's killed a lot of small animals. There's a bloodthirstiness in his

to make friends. We should guide him onto

Elder didn't take her seriously,

didn’t know that Philip had heard everything. As she turned to leave,

es

a

crossed Philip's gaze. He had believed Cynthia was different, unafraid

a code name, K. He had thought he could be

realized she had never truly

who is it that you're most satisfied with?"

I have

exceptional. She is a

all

always lie with her daughter. And Philip was just an outsider she had picked up,

her hidden disdain and

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

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

this. He didn't want to

only her daughter

He wanted to kill the one

as he killed those small

asked if they should join forces, Philip agreed

Cynthia that he

emotional knot stayed with Philip until

trusted him to go for help, giving him the chance

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

a while.

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