The hivemind is conquering for me?

Her talks with Valerica, as annoying as she was claiming to be her son's mother, did give Gabrielle some insights into the amazing existence that her son actually is. She already knew from Hailey that he was undergoing Psionic decay, but it was Valerica who told her how his condition worsened.

Gabrielle ignored Hugo, who was saying something into the communicator as she thought. 'So the fucker who hurt my child is dead by the hand of an alien. An alien, a part of the species I thought kidnapped my son?'

Gabrielle suddenly had a crazy thought that could get her shot if she expressed it out loud, but the words that creature spoke to her on Orollo had some sway over her mind at this point. "Gabrielle?!" Hugo shouted once more, causing her to return to the moment.

"Oh sorry Hugo, I was mistaken, I know nothing about the creature you guys are dealing with, my instincts seemed wrong. I have to go now, I have some meetings I need to set up." After having been hung up on, Hugo sat back in his chair, picking up a milkshake on his desk to ease his nerves.

After taking a relaxing sip, or seven, he thought aloud. "Crap, I shouldn't have mentioned that thing about Arges until I had more information, she is a spiteful little shite and would prefer it if his killer went free, even if it was an alien..."

Gabrielle could get into a lot of trouble if anyone found out she was withholding information. Using his authority, Hugo deleted the communication record, deciding to allow Gabrielle a one off; she had already given enough information about the creature that could help in the search.

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Meanwhile, back in Sophia's, Janine had just made it in front of Sophia and announced her reports. "When she came to me to hand over the information you asked for, she was covered head to toe in gore and viscera. I have never seen someone smile so jubilantly while drenched in blood." She replied to Sophia's question.

Sophia smiled hearing that. "I thought my Jinx would have a good time in this war. Does not surprise me in the slightest. Thank you Janine, Apollo was right in bringing you into my service, you have become an integral part of my intelligence team. Good job. You can retire to your room now, I promise you a week off."

Sophia said as she began doing some paperwork. After a moment, she realised the delicious hunk of forbidden meat in front of her had still not moved. Looking up, she asked. "Is there something else I can do for you Janine?"

Janine had been working up the courage to speak, but now being asked directly, she just blurted out. "Gene science!" Sophia raised her eyebrow and repeated. "Gene science?" Janine took a moment to get her foot out of her mouth before she said.

"Yes. What Apollo does to make himself stronger. He told me that you dabble in the science yourself, I need your help!" Sophia pondered for a moment as she stared at the Sepiida in front of her.@@novelbin@@

Apollo had made it very clear not to turn the Sepiida into the hive against her will. But what if she volunteered? Would that be fine? "Yes Janine, I dabble in gene science. I can alter genetics and enhance your pre-existing. Why? What do you need my services for?"

Janine hesitated for a moment. She knew the relationship Sophia had to Apollo and it was beyond cheeky of her to ask, but she then thought about Kathrine and how accepting Sophia seemed to be of her. Thinking about that, she decided to go for broke and come fully clean.

"Sophia, you know my and Apollo's relationship is close. We love each other, though not in the way perhaps you two do. The issue I currently have is that I, for what I am aware of, am the only Sepiida in existence that is gay. I Know for a fact that Apollo is a perfect male specimen and my drunk behaviour does indicate that subconsciously I do find him attractive. What I am wondering is, what if my alien mother's DNA is affecting the way I should be feeling, and the actual reason I am attracted to females is some sort of genetic block by her species DNA?."

Sophia leant back in her chair and put her finger against her lips, rubbing it softly in a way that made Janine gulp. A moment later, she replied. "From what I understand, Being attracted to the same sex isn't a choice, you are just born that way. However, I am intrigued by what you have said. With some experiments on you, I might be able to learn more about this unknown race of your alien parentage. And in the end, if they have nothing to do with it, you can go on knowing that you are just the way you are."

Janine smiled hearing that. "So you are willing to test me?" Sophia nodded as she replied. "Yes, but not now. I am going to be very busy the next few weeks. Let's see... Okay. At the start of next month, we will begin our testing. Does that work for you?"

Janine was ecstatic, she was finally going to get clear answers about herself. After saying thank you a few too many times, she ran upstairs to have a celebratory drink!

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After showing off her identifications, Gabrielle was let into the Hyllus building with full access. making her way to the penthouse, she knocked on the door and waited for a short while. She was expecting Kathrine or Valerica to answer the door, so when a Sepiida did, she grew confused for a moment.

"Wow! You are so pretty for a food delivery girl. Wait, where is the food?" The Sepiida spoke, causing Gabrielle to reply. "Thank you, but I am here to see Kathrine Hyllus, she is an old acquaintance."

The Sepiidan's face dropped a little hearing that. "Oh, I see. Kathrine is currently taking a reaaaly long nap, come in, I will bring you to Valerica, she explains it best." As Gabrielle followed the Sepiida who introduced herself as Talia, she took a deep breath with her eyes closed and spoke words of wisdom to herself.

'Ignore the ramblings of the insane old woman, she is not aware you are Apollo's real mommy, just ignore everything and get what you are here for.' After being escorted to a bedroom, Gabrielle saw an alarming sight.

Kathrine was lying in bed unconscious, her arm attached to a drip. "What's happened?" Gabrielle asked worried before Talia had the opportunity to announce her. Turning away from her daughter with a nonchalant attitude, Valerica looked at the unexpected guest and raised an eyebrow.

"Gabrielle? To what do we owe this visit? *Gasp* Do you wish to hear more about how amazing my son is?" !!! Gabrielle almost broke her own jaw keeping her thoughts inside her head for a moment, before she quickly composed herself.

"I met with a woman called Sophia in the south in regards to my background check of Archon Apollo. She decreed that one of you needed to be present for her to speak on the subject, but that is on the backburner for now, is Lady Kathrine going to be ok? Should I call Hailey and inform her that Kat is sick?"

Valerica looked at Gabrielle confused. "What are you talking about? Kathrine is fine." She then turned back and realised why someone might think she is sick. "Oh, I see what you mean. Kathrine is actually really fine, she is just communicating with Apollo and It renders her unconscious. She can come out of it at any time, but judging from the amount of times I've changed her soaked sheets, she seems to be enjoying the process"

Gabrielle was taken aback for a moment, a sense of pride building up inside of her at her son, but she required clarification. "What do you mean? How is she communicating with Archon Apollo?"

Valerica then put on such a proud face, that it made Gabrielle want to punch her. "Well, my baby is truly incredible like I told you when we last met. From what I understand, after his teacher healed him, Apollo had somehow derived a way to relay to his family that he was safe.

It seems his time inside of Kathrine's guts has allowed him to create a contact point to which he can reach out to. I have to say though, I am jealous, I want to hear my son talking to me. I miss him so much!"

Ignoring Valerica for a moment, Gabrielle was ecstatic learning that her baby boy was already so strong and was able to relay his thoughts from a galaxy away. Once they were reunited she had decided.

'I don't care what it takes, I want to be able to talk to my baby whenever, wherever for an infinite amount of time. I will do everything in my power to not be separated from him again!'