

Two rather young volunteers - codenames Leduc and Hive - were outfitted with unique synthetic parasites that expertly increased their fighting abilities.


Avian had a highly skilled group of scientists at his disposal, but his products were questionable. Lab Eight, headed by the non-confrontational Doctor Avian, had always been an interesting topic of conversation in Lab Zero. The bulk of the fighting would be taken care of by Anti-Skullgirl Lab Eight. But Brain Drain was quick to insist that this strike be carried out in the dead of night, with the Last Hope tasked with primarily the recovery of the refugees. Even Christmas was ready to leave off the bat, willing to plot out a plan of attack on the way. Naturally, this had the Last Hope up in arms. Countless child refugees from Rommelgrad were being held their against their will, to eventually be sold off to any wealthy landlords with the right connections. According to his evidence, a Medici warehouse on the edge of town was holding far more than just weapons. The rarely-seen Brain Drain was actually present to map out information for the Last Hope - a surprising change. Hopefully, focusing on the task at hand would distract everyone from what just happened - even if she still insisted on sitting just an inch or two away from Hallow during the briefing. Nevertheless, she was up and ready before too long. Her "obnoxious sisters" theory was entirely solidified by the ineffably annoying tittering. Her mood was instantly soured, considering the sudden lack of warmth in her arms, Christmas's tactless wake-up call, and the girlish snickering of Patty and Easter upon discovering her in the same bed as Hallow. Duty called abruptly and unfairly, tearing Valentine away from a good night's sleep and the tender embrace of Hallow.
