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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 20 begins with a palpable sense of tension as Mickey, Nasha, and Eight are escorted through a cold, desolate corridor by two intimidating goons. The oppressive atmosphere only grows as they descend a flight of stairs, the harsh steps echoing through the otherwise silent space. Nasha, ever defiant, challenges the legality of their treatment, but the larger goon dismisses her challenge with a cold, hostile response, showing no regard for her words. The group expects to be taken to a prison cell or a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 2 opens with the narrator reflecting on their experience at the Ministry after riding the London Underground with Graham Gore, an expat from a past era. Despite his displacement, Gore adjusts surprisingly well to modern life, though he often questions contemporary concepts, such as the complexities of dating in the 21st century. His openness to the changes around him is clear, but the narrator feels their budding relationship is tainted by the emotional weight each of them carries from their…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 2 begins with the protagonist, Mickey, reflecting on the series of events that led him to choose the dangerous position of an Expendable. Initially, he had been drawn to the idea of becoming "Immortal," thinking that signing up for this role would somehow offer him an escape from the suffocating confines of his life on Midgard. However, as he recalls his recruitment experience aboard the Drakkar, it becomes clear that he was driven more by a desperate desire for a way out than by any idealistic…
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      Chapter 19

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 19 opens with Mickey overwhelmed by an intense sense of anxiety and fear about the process he is about to undergo. His companion, Nasha, shares his nervousness, as this is an experience that terrifies her, but for Mickey, the looming threat of execution has become a disturbingly familiar aspect of his existence. The narrative takes a reflective turn as Mickey thinks back on the many struggles his colony ship has faced since arriving on the planet Niflheim. The planet’s hostile climate and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 18 opens with the protagonist, Mickey, deeply troubled by the complexities of being a "multiple," an identity fraught with confusion and existential dread. This condition, where two versions of him exist simultaneously, places Mickey in an uncomfortable and precarious situation, and he is particularly apprehensive about confronting Cat, who has grown suspicious due to their past interactions. One evening, Mickey is compelled to meet with her, acknowledging that avoiding the confrontation is no…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 17 delves deeply into the dark legacy of Alan Manikova and his controversial experiments in creating "multiples," which are cloned versions of individuals designed for dangerous tasks. At first glance, the idea of producing multiples seemed promising, offering the potential to reduce human casualties by sending replicas into hazardous environments. However, as history unfolded, the flaws in the technology became undeniable. Early bio-printers, which were initially developed to replicate human…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 15 opens with the characters Seven and Eight enduring the harsh realities of a food shortage in a survival-driven atmosphere. Eight, visibly distressed by the severe rationing, openly expresses his frustration, reflecting on the drastic change since he woke up from the tank. The contrast between his dismay and Seven’s level-headed approach highlights the strain their circumstances are placing on their minds. Seven, while sympathetic to Eight's struggles, tries to remain pragmatic, continuing to…
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      Chapter 14

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 14 begins with Mickey sitting in a dimly lit cafeteria, having a meal with his friend Berto. Despite the tension hanging in the air due to the presence of Security personnel, Berto attempts to lighten the mood by jokingly encouraging Mickey to enjoy the food. Berto, determined not to starve, orders rabbit meat, much to Mickey's surprise, but he insists on having enough to eat despite their difficult situation. Mickey, on the other hand, feels awkward and out of place as he is the subject of…
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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 13 opens with the protagonist, disturbed by a vivid and unsettling dream, unable to return to sleep despite sharing a bed with Eight. His mind racing with anxious thoughts, he decides to leave the warmth of the bed and head to the cafeteria in search of solace through reading. As he walks through the cold, empty corridors, the silence around him only amplifies his sense of isolation. The corridors, void of life, mirror his inner emptiness, heightened by the gnawing hunger he feels due to their…
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      Chapter 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12 focuses on Mickey3, the third version of an individual who has suffered immense trauma from the loss of two previous bodies. The emotional burden of losing his original body is immense, with memories of the tragic event haunting him deeply. Initially, Mickey grapples with fear and a constant sense of impending disaster, as he waits for something else to go wrong. His existence becomes dominated by these fears, and each day feels like a struggle to find meaning in an overwhelming sense of loss.…
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