[b]The Winters Estate-Several Hours ago[/b]

Mathias and Earlson sat silently in the conservatory, surrounded by the climbing orchids of purple, white and blue. They had just picked up the transmission and let the words of hope flood the halls of the manor. [i]"The walls are finally coming down then."[/i] Mathias spoke finally [i]"Earlier than i expected."[/i] 

Earlson saw the flicker of urgency in his friends eyes [i]"Time for step one?"[/i]

[i]"Yes Earlson, its time to rally the troops."[/i]

[b]Sector 1 Border- Present time, Earslon Grey[/b]

He remembered the days when, even in Sovereign, you could leave your front door wide open and not have to worry. Now, even as Earlson simply walked down the street, he was relieved to have his Magnum holstered by his side. [i]"How the world has change"[/i] Earlson solemnly reflected. 

Before him, atop a hill of rubble, too Golden Mercs moved precariously along pieces of the cities history. 

[i]"Gentlemen, a moment of your time if you will be so kind?"[/i] Instantly the lax duo sprung into action, aiming straight at Earlsons head.

[i]"Now now chaps, lets not get ahead of ourselves shall we. Now, take me to your leader...I've always wanted to say that."[/i]

[b]Tuborg Heights-Present time, Mathias Winters[/b]

Mathias prized the heavy elevator doors open with the aid of his cane. With a booming, resonating thud, he had gained entrance. The smile that had formed on his face quickly retreated in shame, slowly tilting his head, Mathias was faced with a greater challenge than had first thought.

A ladder with thousands of rungs reached to the skies, it appeared that Mathias was in for some intensive exercise.

[i]"Ah...Well now that's just unfair."[/i]