“Current system readings indicate a grand total of two-hundred and seventeen subjects. All are in stable condition and are receiving their instructions as we speak.”

[color=gray]”And the machine?”[/color]

“Ready to start up at any time.”

[color=gray]”What’s your plan?”[/color]

“Have them all gather in the cafeteria, tell them what’s going on, and then ask for volunteers for the inaugural run.”

[color=gray]”Don’t tell me you really think it will be [i]that[/i] easy.”[/color]

“I don’t. But I have this… [i]sinking[/i] feeling.”

[color=gray]”Whatever it is, don’t let it hamper the operation. You may have convinced the other Board members to support you, but I will be maintaining a close watch on your actions with these…”[/color]

“Zoners.”

[color=gray]”Change that name. It’s horribly unprofessional.”[/color]

“Yes, [i]ma’am[/i].”

The communication line is manually terminated.

[sub]“Bitch.”[/sub]