Naomi opened her eyes on the cold, metal operating table. The first thing she noticed was that she was in her underwear. Then, she saw a stitched-up line running across her abdomen.
Grayson Lee sat beside her, gently caressing her cheek. "I hope you enjoyed our evening last night. I took the liberty of making some last-minute modifications...to help you in your quest. How do you feel, Naomi? Are you prepared to start your journey?"
Naomi stared up at Grayson with confused eyes, but nodded softly. The past few weeks in the chamber down below had been eye-opening, but they had made her restless. She was more than proficient with her abilities now, and anxious to put them to use.
"Good," Grayson replied. "And you remember your directions?"
Naomi nodded again. As she looked around, she rea
