We were born for one purpose. As soon as we came into the world we were ripped away from our mothers. Since we could remember, people in white coats experimented on us. Our only knowledge of the outside world came from the doctors’ whispers. From their whispers, our purpose became known. We were the cure. The world outside was ravaged by disease. As the disease ravished throughout the world, the human population drastically decreased. People were scared. They wanted answers. Once the answers never came, people took matters into their own hands. The government was on a verge of anarchy. The government issued the world’s top scientists to do whatever it takes to eradicate the disease. The scientists needed children. Their plan was to create …show more content…
The young too are blinded by their immaturity to listen to anyone else. You have to remember that you're a boy and not a man. You’ve lived your whole life in a bubble. You can’t tell east from west nor north from south. I know the way. If you step outside of this tent alone, all of you will be dead. You don’t have a choice. Either I take you to the east wing, or you die here.” Odysseus used a harsh tone that make even Alex flinch. They had no choice. They did not want to die nor did they not want to experience the harsh reality of the world they were sheltered from. They just wanted a home.
“Fine.” said Alex reluctantly.
“ Put these on. These cloaks will allow me to easily guide you out of the camp.” Odysseus threw the children four small, old cloaks.
“Now listen closely. Once we leave the camp, we must travel to an old friend of mine. He knows the land of every wing better than anyone else. His name is Hermes. Hermes will allow us to travel safely to the east wing. Be aware of robber and other criminals. The wastelands are full of murderer and cannibals who wouldn't think twice about killing a child. They are easier to capture than adults; therefore, stay as close to me as possible and make eye contact with no