Chapter 48 “He’s gone crazy,” Vanderhaar told the four men who stood facing him from behind the large desk. Even in the dimly lit room, he could easily see discontent on their faces. “He’s just one man. You’re the law here. Order his arrest. Use your tracking systems.” The man behind the desk growled. “I … More The iFactor Chapter 48 The Conclusion
Chapter 47 On the edge of the dome, he saw the security gate that led to the scaffolding; it was open. He paced himself as he climbed. He would need his strength if he were going to save both of them. Each turn popped into his memory as he approached. A web crisscrossed the entire … More The iFactor Chapter 47
Chapter 46 “Hello, Kramer.” He stepped out of the shadows behind the officer, taking the security officer’s gun from the holster before he could reach for it. “Dales.” He said curtly. “You are under arrest.” “I don’t think so.” “Have you completely lost it?” Kramer sounded incredulous. “The chief backed you, gave you a chance, … More The iFactor Chapter 46
Chapter 45 People were scattered all around the former detective in the dim light. For the first time in years, it didn’t bother him in the least. In fact, he remembered each person moving past him before they did. Most of his memories remained a jumble, but if he focused on the moment, then he … More The iFactor Chapter 45
Chapter 44 Vanderhaar left his office filled with apprehension. The plans he’d been working on for so long had not come to fruition. His former partner was running free. Somehow, he’d managed to escape the detachment the Trust sent to retrieve him. The damn computer system was frustrating him, he wanted to request a warrant … More The iFactor Chapter 44
Chapter 43 It was the mind rip. All reality simultaneously expanded and inverted. Years of memories, past, and future assaulted his mind. His brain struggled to incorporate all the new data. The fantasia drug had brought down his mental barriers and all the memories and experiences that he had so long fought to suppress burst … More The iFactor Chapter 43
Chapter 42 The song flooded his mind; the singsong rhythm quickly synced to the cadence of his footfalls. Go to sleep and go insane Past and future all the same When the world turns inside out All you’ll do is scream and shout The singsong rang through his head, so familiar. He forced the image … More The iFactor Chapter 42
Chapter 41 Matt was unsure how long he’d been in the cell, but he’d had several visits from his psychiatrist, his police advocate, and he’d lost count of the number of times he’d been fed. His career was over, Jill was gone, and he’d most likely brought down the reputation of the man who had … More The iFactor Chapter 41
Chapter 40 Matt’s palm alarm woke him early. Jill was up and almost dressed. “Trying to leave me already?” “How could I, I’ve waited my whole life for you.” She leaned down and kissed him. “Teachers, though, can’t be late. It sends a bad message and gives the children an excuse to be late themselves. … More The iFactor Chapter 40
Chapter 39 Matt couldn’t recollect the last time he’d felt as tranquil, certainly not since before the Dallas incident. He’d had sex numerous times since arriving in Sirius, but it had always felt forced, confined, as he had to hide his true self from his lovers. He had to hide or risk driving them away … More The iFactor Chapter 39
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