Humanity (By Kamal Amir)

In the beginning, God created angels, benevolent celestial beings sumpreme in intellect and abilities, loyal servants to the Al-mighty God. Out of the hundreds of angels created, God made two his most trusted and most powerful, Salazar and Memphis. Named the generals of his army, Salazar and Memphis had the strongest bond amongst all the angels; inseperable and undivided were they that none stood chance against them. But god was not satisfied, for there was something missing. It was then that humanity was born. Made in his image and given the power of free will, Adam and Eve were the first of the so-called humans, destined to be God's favorite creation. When all others were asked to bow to Adam and Eve, one disobeyed. Memphis. "How can you command us to submit ourselves to something weaker, vulnerable? Am I not your best creation? shouldn't I deserve to command THEIR respect!?". God, furious with his insubordination, cast Memphis out of heaven and into the Abyss, darkness, void of any light or life. But he couldn't bear to send one of his favorites there himself. So he commanded Salazar to do his bidding. " Memphis, from this day forth, I cast you out of heaven and into the Abyss without the chance of forgiveness. Salazar will see to it that you are taken there and remain for all eternity". Difficult as it was, Salazar was not one to disobeye God, for he has witnessed first hand the wrath of his Creator. "Why would you rebel against fathers wished, can't you not be like the rest of us!? as I, you were his favorite, his Left Hand, why would you throw it all away!?" raged Salazar with tears of anger running down his face. Furious as he was with Memphis, his heart pains to see his brother casted out of heaven. "Forgive me brother but I shall not demean ourselves by submitting to lesser creatures. We are celestial beings, perfect in every way but father has chosen to give these mortals free will!? the audacity he ha,s I will never forgive nor forget!" cried Memphis "Careful Memphis with your words! you shall not speak ill of Father or I will see that it will be your last" "You were always the follower Salazar. Never to question Fathers actions. Blindly accept your fate but I will never. I shall miss our times together. But I reckon, we will see each other again, on different terms nevertheless" warned Memphis. With a heavy heart, Salazar escorted Memphis to the abyss, with the entire residents of heaven witnessing. "Father!! I will lead your precious humans astray!! and come the end of time, they will denouce you, and embrace me!! This is my promise!" barked Memphis, rage fills his stinging voice. Thousands of years go by as Memphis plots his revenge. Knowing that a deliberate attack on humans would incure devastating wrath from God, one which he will never survive, Memphis devised a plan to corrupt them from within. "I shall plant my seed amongst the human. My child, he will do my bidding. Corrupting these mortal peasent from within. Embedding them with violance, havoc, fear and darkness that no longer will they believe the existance of God" says Memphis defiantly. And thus, the Antichrist was born... Learning of his fallen brothers evil plan to destroy humanity, Salazar was quick to react. " I shall not let Memphis pollute humanity with his defiance. there shall be a Savior. He shall be of my blood and he shall save humanity from eternal damnation" And Salazar sent the Savior amongst human... [[Play As the Antichrist]] [[Play as the Savior]]

Staring back at your gleaming reflection in the mirror, you feel proud as ever. The son of a small town pastor who became the youngest CEO at Trustworth Engineering, the billion dollar molecular engineering company. But you've earned this promotion. Joined 10 years ago as the company's youngest molecular engineer, you've shed sweat and blood to get where you are. "Wish you guys were here. Miss you so much" your thoughts ran as you stare at a picture of your wife Matilda and your two daughters Felicia and Hope. At only 3 & 5 years old, you doubt that your daughters would understand the significance of this day but they eventually will. Matilda... sweet Matilda. Your loving wife who stuck by you through thick and thin. Fathers battle against leukimia and his consequent death, Felicia born with a hole in a heart complication, Matilda always gave you the strength to get on with it. "Baby, life will keep knocking you down. When it does you dust yourself off and keep going, cause we're all in it with you" her motivational words ring in your ears. Your flight home leaves in 3 hours, so better start packing. the promotion ceromony was exhausting but the thought of seeing your family energizes you. Your mobile rings... [[Answer it]] [[Leave it]]

You awaken with a throbing headache. You look around disorientated and find that you're in an alley, well into the night. You begin to recall what happened as you feel the Rolex clutched in your left hand. "Son of a bitch hit me hard" you thought as you eased the pain in your left temple. You definately took a mean punch. He wasn't letting go of that $34,000 rolex easily. "Boss, i've got it, took a fucking punch to head though. I'll see you back at the port". Hoping that your boss gets the voice note, this job was at least over. But there were more to come. That's the life of a debt collector. Mr Devonshire was at least nice. He paid you more than he paid the other guys and it was more than you could've asked for. There was no way for you to get a job with 7 felonies on record. But you dont care. You've lived this life for as long as you can remember. 5 foster families couldn't stand the sight of you, especially the Jacksons. "Your druggie daddy raped your whore mommy and thats how you were born hahaha!" laughed 12 year old Tommy Jackson before you smashed him with a shovel... 3 times...right in his face, causing him to permanantly lose his eyesight. The Jacksons dumped you at the police station immedietly but little Tommy was telling the truth. Your "Daddy", a Serbian heroine addict stalked and raped your "mother" a stripper who was past her prime. But even after 30 years, truth still hurts. You resent the people who concieved you but if one thing the hard life has thought you, its survival. and damn your good at it. time to head back to the port when the phone rings... [[Pick-up]] [[Ignore it]]

"Hey asshole, you think you gonna get away with this!!?? you wait till i get m....." you end the call before he could finish. "Rocky must really be missin' his Rolex... serves you right for not paying Mr. D back ya dumbfuck" As you slowly make your way back to your car, you come across a homeless man sitting on the pavement. "Can I borrow some of your time" "Got no change for you old man" you casually reply as you walk away. "Didnt ask for no change.... asked for your time... sure you can give me some of that" he continues to annoy you. "Time IS money old man.. but you ain't gonna understand that... That's why you're there, and i'm here" you replied, gesturing to your shining new Chevrolet Camaro, a gift from Mr. Devonshire. "When are you gonna learn... that sometimes giving little can go along way to changing your life" the old man replied, but this time his voice emits a certain surreal calmness. "Maybe if you GAVE a little consideration... You would still be with the Jacksons" You're shocked.... how the hell did this old beat up homeless guy knew about the Jacksons?. "How.... How do you know about the Jacksons?? Who are you man?? who the hell are you??" you questioned as the situation becomes a little tensed "I've been watching you... son.... watching your every move.... I must say i'm somewhat dissapointed with what i've seen... but nevertheless, your redeption draws nearer... Soon, you will have the chance to atone for all your mistakes" Speechless... was the best way to describe your reaction upon hearing his words.... ur mind races to come back with a response. "What chance?? how do you know so much about me?? You a cop??" "My blood runs in you... you have a much bigger purpose on earth then this.... when the time is right, i will reach out again" he replies as you are about to press on... your car alarm goes off [[Switch off alarm]]

You continue packing as the phone rings... after a while it stops. "You have a new voice mail" your phone alert goes off. "playing 1 new voice mail" it starts as you retrieve your missed call message. "Hey baby! didnt get a chance to congratulate you earlier! we are all so proud of you! anyways, just letting you know I'll be at the airport to pick you up alright? have a safe flight... Love you", the messages ends. Matilda always warms your heart when she's in her jovial mood. It's nice for her to see the happy times as well. Excited to see your family, you finished packing, exit the room and proceeded to the elevator [[Call the elevator]]

"Aah fuck it, i ain't answerin any more calls today" As you slowly make your way back to your car. you come across a homeless man sitting on the pavement. "Can I borrow some of your time" "Got no change for you old man" you casually reply as you walk away. "Didnt ask for no change.... asked for your time... sure you can give me some of that" he continues to annoy you. "Time IS money old man.. but you ain't gonna understand that... That's why you're there, and i'm here" you replied, gesturing to your newly bought Chevrolet Camaro, a gift from Mr. Devonshire. "When are you gonna learn... that sometimes giving little can go along way to changing your life" the old man replied, but this time his voice emits a certain surreal calmness. "Maybe if you GAVE a little consideration... You would still be with the Jacksons" You're shocked.... how the hell did this old beat up homeless guy knew about the Jacksons. "How.... How do you know about the Jacksons?? Who are you man?? who the hell are you??" you questioned as the situation becomes alittle tensed "I've been watching you... son.... watching your every move.... I must say im somewhat dissapointed with what i've seen... but nevertheless, your redeption draws nearer... Soon, you will have the chance to atone for all your mistakes" Speechless... was the best way to describe your reaction upon hearing his words.... ur mind races to come back with a response. "What chance?? how do you know so much about me?? You a cop??" "My blood runs in you son... you have a much bigger purpose on earth then this.... when the time is right, i will reach out again" he replies as you are about to press on... your car alarm goes off [[Switch off alarm]]

"Hey baby! am so happy for you!" said Matilda in her jovial voice. "Finally, your dreams came true, now we can look forward to building our future" "Hey babe...couldn't have done it without you... you were my light when there was only darkness... you guided me on the path to achieve greatness... Can't wait to see you guys at home.. kiss the kids goodnight for me" "have a safe trip sweetheart! ill pick you up at the airport ok?" reassured Matilda as you ended the call. packing your things you make your way out of your hotel room and towards the elevator. [[Call the elevator]]

The door opens as you enter with 4 other people already inside. As you reach the lobby, you proceed to check out. The lavish 3 days 2 night you spent in an Executive Suite at the Hilton, Wickingham Palace was gonna be costly, but as the new CEO, you're now entitled to such luxuries. "Can you get me an Uber please, I'm leaving for the airport". The Front Desk associate acknowledges you and proceeds book one from her tablet. "Your ride will be here in less than 5 minutes Mr. Lucas. It was a fairly quiet evening at the hotel and as you wait for your ride, you notice a very attractive young redhead staring intently at you from across the lobby. [[Approach her]] [[Smile and acknowledge]] [[No way im getting into this]]

"Hello there, can't help but notice you from across the lobby, have we met before?" confidently you break the ice but know that flirting is a strict no fly zone. "Oh yes we have. But a very long time ago. from when you were.... insignificant" "Excuse me??" you blurt, taken aback by her stinging response. " You've done well for yourself Arthur... got yourself a nice little life... with a nice little family... everything seems rosy doesn't it?... but the real work begins soon, and i'll have you know that i DO NOT enjoy being dissapointed... now i'll spare you the details for when we meet the next time" "Excuse me Mr. Lucas" another vocie comes from behind startling you from an already nonsensical conversation. "Your ride to the airport is here". "Just give me a second" as you turn to face the attractive red head but she's no longer there. Vanished into thin air. You look around everywhere but there's absolutely no sign of her. "Did you see where she went?" you asked the staff. "i'm sorry sir, but whom are we talking about?" she questions you with a bewildered look on her face. at this point, you're absolutely annoyed. "The lady i was just speaking to before you interrupted me!! Did you see where she went??" "Ummmm sir... i......i thought you were on the phone.... theres.... theres no one here sir" her voice starts trembling You froze..... looking around the lobby, there was only 2 other gentlemen sitting on the sofa across from you and no one else was in sight. "Did she just dissapeared? who was she? how did she know my name?" this episode has left you dumfounded with so many unasnwered questions. Slowly, you make your way to your [[Ride]]

Giving a firm smile and a nod you acknowledge her.She continues to gaze at you with intent. "Your a married man Arthur, keep it together" your conscience start ringing the bells, but you can help but feel intrigued by this bombshell. [[Approach her]] [[No way im getting into this]]

unwilling to engage, you look away and instead turn your attention towards the TV screen on your left. "Terror attack at the Vernisian embassy leaved 5 Dead and 10 Injured" reads the news headline. "Killing, plundering... destruction and chaos everywhere... Life just can't get any better can it?" says a soft and calm voice next to you. as you turn you realised its the redhead bomshell from across the room. " Hi there... Sorry have we met before?" you queried " Oh yes we have. But a very long time ago. from when you were.... insignificant." "Excuse me??" you blurt, taken aback by her stinging response. " You've done well for yourself Arthur... got yourself a nice little life... with a nice little family... everything seems rosy doesnt it?... but the real work begins soon, and i'll have you know that i DO NOT enjoy eing dissapointed... now i'll spare you the details for when we meet the next time" "Excuse me Mr Lucas" another vocie comes from behind startling you from an already nonsensical conversation. "Your ride to the airport is here". "Just give me a second" as you turn to face the attractive red head but she's no longer there. Vanished into thin are. You look around everywhere but there's absolutely no sign of her. "Did you see where she went?" you asked the staff. "i'm sorry sir, but whom are we talking about?" she questions you with a bewildered look on her face. at this point, you're absolutely annoyed. "The lady i was just speaking to before you interrupted me?? Did you see where she went??" "Ummmm sir... i......i thought you were on the phone.... theres.... theres no one here sir" her voice starts trembling You froze..... looking around the lobby, there was only 2 other gentlemen sitting on the sofa across from you and no one else was in sight. Did she just vanished int thin air? who was she? how did she know my name? this episode has left you dumfounded with so many unasnwered questions. Slowly, you make your way to your [[Ride]]

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the alarm startled you. as you switched it off, you turn around only to be hit by a gust of wind, and sounds of giant flapping wings. You look around and theres no sign of the old man anywhere. "where the fuck did he go!?!". you look around, flabbergasted, but theres no sign of the old man anywhere. A thousand questions fill your mind. but no where to turn for the answer. you tremble in fear at the though of you being followed. "Colin couldn't have sent this guy, i've made sure to cover my whereabouts... theres no fucking way they found me" Colin Jackson, the head of the Jakson was a tall big built man. the last time you saw him was at the police station when he threathen you. "If the cops won't do it, i will... ill find you you little shit and i'll fucking kill you!!!" cried Colin with tears running down his check an on his blood soaking t-shirt. he wasn't too apreaciative that you blinded his only son. The old man knew about your past, but you feel that somehow he is connectedd to your future. there was something different about him. something otherworldly. You decide to keep it under the lid and not share it with anyone else. If anything else, the owl man has hinted at the another meeting. [[Head to the port]] [[ This day has been crazy, i need to head home]]

Driving to the port, you cant take your mind of what just happened. it was just so random, so unexpected. Caught you completely of guard. You drive you Camaro up to the parking lot at Pier 56, Crimson Port. As you step out, you place the rolex in your left jacket pocket. "Gotta get myself a fucking new suit" you thought as you stare down at your white jacket stained in blood. Theres no way it'll wash off. The punch Danny gave you cut a gash on your left temple, but the wound has dried. You walk up to the pier office [[Knock on the door]]

"I can't do this today, gotta get home and figure this shit out... Mr. Devonshire wouldn't mind anyways" Driving back to your house, you cant take your mind of what just happened. it was just so random, so unexpected. Caught you completely of guard. 10 minutes later, you reach your condo, also rented for you by Mr. Devonshire. [[Park and head up]]

"It's me, Dustin" you proclaimed as you knock on the door "Come in boy" growled Mr. Devonshire 57 year old Rowan Devonshire was a self made man... of sorts. Coming from a long lineage of crime family, Rowan inherited the Port security management company upon the death of his father, who was killed by a rival faction, The Blue Jackets. The security company, Devonshire Enforcement Pvt. Ltd. was just a front for all of their illegal activity. The Devonshires dabbled is all sorts of nastiness; prostitution, extortion, robberies... But ROwan took it a step further. he started an unlicensed money lending business and also started taking assasination contracts. A real badass, Rowan spent 3 years in prison for murder. It should have been life in prison but Papa Devonshire pulled in a few strings and got him out on early release for "Good Behavior".. Yea right... there was nothing good in this guy. Not an ounce of decency.. but he took a liking towards you. saw your potential and snapped you up from the streets. he's the closest thing to a father you've ever had. "Aaah my boy! never doubted you even once! You've proved yourself today kid... good job! now let me see it" blurted Rowan as he patted you on the back, with a lit cigar in his mouth. [[Hand over the Rolex]] [[See what?]]

As you walked to the elevator, your mind is still in pieces. "Hey there Mr. Lacrosse, tough day again huh?" said Carl, the 20 year old night security guard at the condo. Carl was a loser.. but damn was he excited to see you. somehow he sees you as a superhero, due to your nightly escapades. "what happened to..." "Shut the fuck up Carl!" you snarled pointing a finger towards Carl. You notice your white jacket sleeve had blood stains on it. Theres no way it'll wash off. The punch Danny gave you cut a gash on your left temple, but the wound has dried. You reach the elevator, with Carl still standing bewildered behind you [[Head up to your condo]]

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