I send a message to my Shadow Cipher contact, then hide my data pad, then I curl up against the wall and cry. I didn't mean for Cygnus and Jake to see me. I only wanted to talk to Shadow because today was awful. I was brought to Bolton's dinner and forced to sit on his lap while he touched me the entire time he had a meeting with 2 other officials. Talking to Shadow on the bad days helps me feel... less like an object and reminds me I'm a person. I didn't expect Jake and Cygnus to hear me over their game. I'm equal parts glad and sad that they did. I was so happy to see them, but it makes coming back to reality here even more horrible. My plans are almost all set though.
I expect the Shadow Cipher will get the information out quickly. Bolton will be furious. I'll be punished. Then I'll ma
