When my eyelids finally lifted, my vision was still blurred from sleep. After turning off the alarm on my nightstand, I got up and started my morning routine. My actions were almost automatic: rubbing my sleepy eyes, brushing my teeth, and getting ready for the day.
Before leaving the bathroom, I made sure to put on some pheromone blocker, a necessary precaution in a world where these chemical signals could be deceptive.
Once dressed, I opened the windows to let in some fresh air, then headed down to the kitchen for a quick snack. Checking the time, I realized that I would even be a little early at the clinic.
After cleaning up the crumbs on the table, I grabbed my keys and left the house, making sure to lock the door behind me. The usual routine led me to my car, and a few minutes later I was parked in front of the clinic.
I got out of my car and entered the clinic before heading to my office.
In front of my office, Zhen Si, an Omega friend, greeted me with surprise. There was silence for a few minutes and no one said anything. I could feel his eyes studying me.
"What's wrong?" I finally asked, confused.
-Your brother told me he told you.
-Yes, my pheromones are defective, I interrupted him.
-I am really sorry...
-As long as I don't get pregnant, everything will be fine, I said in a funny tone.
He stood stunned for a moment, then intelligently looked away.
-Do not tell me...
-I thought your brother told you, Zhen Si whispered.
My fingers tightened and then relaxed.
"But don't worry, that's usually not possible," he reassured me.
-Anyway, my life can't be worse, I sighed, smoothing my hair with my hands.
- I'll leave you, I have work waiting for me.
- All right.
(055:670! What role have you given me?!)
(670 quickly defends himself in a sad voice: It's not me, it's the main system...)
(055: I sure hope it's not you!)
670 hid, not daring to speak.
I was cleaning my office when I heard a knock on the door.
- Come in, I said.
An imposing woman entered, looking tense, according to my memories her name is Laura. She quickly shared her concerns about troubling dreams and past actions weighing heavily on her, particularly regarding her pheromones.
After an in-depth discussion, she revealed incriminating evidence concerning colleagues in her unit. After careful consideration, I decided to offer my help.
"I'll help you," I assured him. Just send me the evidence and I'll take care of the rest.
His gratitude was palpable, but I knew I was getting into something potentially dangerous.
But I was ready.