Sparkle's figure hopped from one screen to another in the monitoring room, but Charles was no longer staring at the monitors. His gaze was on Parker next to him.0

The large-framed man stood ramrod straight, and his brows were furrowed as he stared at the monitors. His gun was at the most convenient position possible at his waist so that he could draw it as fast as possible at the first sign of danger.0

Parker truly was the epitome of the ideal soldier.0

"What do you need?" Parker asked upon noticing Charles' gaze.0

"Nothing. Anyway, are you married?" Charles asked, making small talk.0

"Every adult on Island 68 will be assigned a spouse and are obliged to perform reproductive tasks. I'm no exception."0

Charles nodded in understanding and asked, "Can you...0