[b][center]Jackdawl / Veezarus / Benjamin Daniels / Carson Maxtor[/center][/b]

"Carson" Jackdawl said boldly, and began to tap his watch. "We don't have time for anymore testing" Carson gave Jackdawl a look of desperation, almost pleading for more time, but knew better than to question his boss. "Very well than," He said disappointed "Would you like me to-" Jackdawl put a hand up, as to keep him from saying the rest out loud, and nodded. "Luci, Mr. Maxtor here is going to take some samples of your blood. Please cooperate." With that Carson wheeled his cart beside Luci as she sat still and pulled out a medical kit. Limping over to Luci with the support of a cane he proceeded to put on a pair of gloves, tie a rubber band around her upper arm and dab her forearm in alcohol, Jackdawl spoke as he did so, "Ms. Cobbs, you are a very interesting specimen and we look forward to exploring your potential. Unfortunately our headquarters has been compromised, and as a result our research will be prolonged for quite some time. I'm sorry to say, but until we relocate you will be under Mr. Daniels watch." Carson pulled out a syringe filled with a yellow liquid and began to inject it into Luci. "This should suppress your pheromones, we don't want the entire base going mad." with that he placed two bandages on Luci's forearm separated by a few inches, "You may be more prone to sweating" Carson remarked, half chuckling. Jackdawl stood up "Very well, we're done here." 

The three walked down a long hallway on the second floor of the warehouse which lead to a balcony that overlooked the lobby of the building where all of Jackdawl's soldiers stood, crowding the area and awaiting his speech. Veezarus could be seen walking down the hallway approaching the group. "Preparations are in order,"
"You motherfucker!" suddenly an angry Benjamin stomped down the hallway approaching Jackdawl, Carson limped away from him and Veezarus gladly moved out of the man's way. "How [i]dare[/i] you take my nymph from me! We had an agreement, she is [i]mine![/i]" The moment Benjamin came within range Jackdawl didn't hesitate to jab his neck with his right hand, his fingers practically stabbing Ben's throat. It happened in almost an instant and left Benjamin stunned and surprised, he grabbed onto his neck and began to cough roughly. Jackdawl gripped his throat muffling his coughs and making it difficult for him to breath, his face was instantly red. "Your nymph has already proven to be more useful than you with no effort on her part. Do not let your obsession blind you, do not forget who you are speaking to. I'm in a very good mood at the moment, consider yourself lucky," Jackdawl released Benjamin, his coughing returned and his face slowly began to fade to it's original color, he had to stop himself from collapsing. "Her name is Lucina, by the way," Jackdawl remarked with a hint of sarcasm before walking off. Veezarus approached Benjamin, "Do you have your things together?" he asked, Benjamin only nodded as he tried to regulate his breathing. "There's a car out back, keys are in the ignition. In about half an hour Jackdawl wants you to take the girl to Bloomington and wait there for further instructions. Drive on the freeway, do not take backroads." Veezarus placed his hand on Benjamin's shoulder, and moved in close, speaking in a silent and wicked tone, "Don't try to run," 

All of Jackdawl's soldiers waited with anticipation in the lobby for his speech, most talked amongst eachother, some merely stood in silence, other's couldn't handle the restlessness and began beating the crap out of eachother senselessly, unable to suppress their psychotic behavior. It was unethical to place so many criminals in one room amongst eachother, However as Jackdawl approached the balcony and stood still, overlooking everybody, they all slowly began to grow quiet as they realized he had arrived and eagerly looked up towards him. Jackdawl climbed over the balcony and casually sat on the ledge, in a few moments it seemed like the entire warehouse was dead silent. "Over the years, our numbers have dwindled, but you all continue to amaze me. I can't seem to find the words to show my appreciation for every single one of you. You handled today's assignment with grace and expertise, I am awfully proud to call you all my children. " Jackdawl slowly removed his hands from his coat pockets and began to clap. In earnest everybody follow and applauded as well. Jackdawl lifted a hand into the air and the clapping immediately ceased. "There has been a change of plans, however. Our home has been compromised, and at this very moment the military is making their way here to apprehend me."

 The crowd was taken aback, worried murmurs erupted all over, "Do not panic, this is a good thing. This is absolutely a good thing. You will all relocate to a temporary home, in Bloomington, sadly I will not be joining you." Jackdawl dropped from the balcony and landed with ease onto the first floor, he stood up and began to walk amongst his soldiers. "They will claim that I have been caught, they will say my reign of terror has come to an end, they will say many things. My children, do not believe a word. It is all part of a plan, spare yourself the worry. Spend these next few weeks in the company of eachother, enjoy yourselves, and above all else behave, you all carry my will and goals within you. I will not be gone long, and we will return with a vengeance I assure you all." As he walked amongst the crowd of psychopaths, murderers, drug abusers, orphans, outcasts, they all looked to their leader with undying faith. One soldier couldn't keep silent as he walked by and spoke up, "J-Jackdawl!" He turned to face the young man, "Yes, my child?"
"....Have we started the fire?" Jackdawl approached the young man, and placed his hand on his arm as to reassure him and everybody else. "The fire burns with life and violence," he turned to face his soldiers that surrounded him. "Pack your things, we have less than an hour."

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[b][center]Shadow ID Whiskey 3424 / Victor Vladov / Kara Do'Vosho / Donald Kennedy[/center][/b]

By now it was around seven o'clock and the sun was beginning to set as approximately a dozen Aegius trucks moved through the streets of Chicago and eventually out of the city and onto the freeway, accompanied by three attack helicopters. The mercenaries had severely underestimated Jackdawl before, and would make sure not to do so again. Sitting in one of the three were Shadow, along with Victor, Kara, and two other mercenaries, all wore headsets and body armor and overlooked the city as they flew past the towering buildings. "Sir" The voice came from Shadow's headset, "I just received word the council just deemed Jackdawl number one on the nations most wanted list, they've got half the military making their way towards that warehouse. If things go south they're on stand-by to bomb the place, no exceptions" Shadow sat, speechless, but understood what was at stake. "Keep quiet about this,"
"The entire crew is already aware, sir, they're aware of the risks and are willing to press on," Shadow was glad to hear he was among courageous soldiers. "ETA 45 minutes,"

Donald Kennedy sat amongst the rest of the council in their chamber, eagerly watching and listening to a live feed coming from their military helicopters and vehicles. He was the first to suggest Jackdawl be dealt with immediately and the first to suggest bombing the warehouse the moment they were informed that the building was a possible base of operations. He sat with courage, dignity and composure among the rest of the council members, showing no sign of fear whatsoever.