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a very open mind," Marina said.
    "My parents don't. They never listen to me."
    "Don't be too hard on them. I'm sure they're nice people."
    Brittany sneered. "They're stupid, fucking assholes."
    Frank grunted angrily and left the room. Marina closed the door behind him.
    "Where is Simon now?" she asked.
    "He might be at the sanctuary," Brittany said.
    "Is that what you call the large compound in the woods?"
    "Yes, where this evil man kidnapped me." Brittany pointed at Aaron.
    "Do you think I might be able to talk to Simon?" Marina said. "I really want to meet him."
    Brittany shook her head. "He sees only those who have proven themselves worthy. Others may seek him, but they never find him."
    "That's a shame," Marina pouted.
    "If you study his writings diligently and purge all selfish thinking from your mind, maybe you will some day."
    "Do I have to cut myself, too?"
    Brittany held up her arms. "These scars prove my courage and discipline. The markings on my face are signs of my true devotion."
    "Impressive."
    "When Simon's plan is complete, the Earth itself shall bear such scars." Brittany stood up. "He will mark the entire world as his own so that none can doubt that he is the leader of all mankind! He will create lakes of fire and blood, and those who have not learned to swim shall drown! Waves of terror shall wash across civilization. You have been forewarned. Join him now while you still have time."
    "I'll think about it," Marina replied with a lack of conviction.
    "And I will be his queen!" Brittany announced proudly.
    "But you're just fifteen."
    "He made me his woman several times. Age doesn't matter when there is true love."
    Marina made a sour face. "You actually slept with him?"
    "Our lovemaking was the perfect union of body and soul. He took me to a special place nearer the Heavens."
    "Sounds great. I'm ready to go. Aaron, do you have any questions?"
    Aaron shook his head.
    They left the bedroom, and he closed the padlock. After saying goodbye to Frank and Caroline Waters, Aaron and Marina went outside together. The sun was setting, but the muggy air still felt like a warm towel hitting him in the face.
    They walked on the sidewalk towards his car, a classic Ford mustang with a blue metallic paint job. The car was dented and rusted in spots, and the engine misfired sometimes, but it still ran well enough. One day, when Aaron had more money, he would get it fixed up properly.
    "Poor kid," he said. "She is so messed up she doesn't even realize she was raped."
    Marina stared straight ahead. "I'm sure she was one of many. Guys like Simon usually keep a harem."
    "Should we report him to the cops?"
    "No need. My team will deal with him." She smiled a little, but the expression was more cruel than happy.
    "Oh." Aaron paused. "What did you think about that angel stuff?"
    "Worrisome," she whispered.
    "Why? It was just a story."
    She grabbed his arm. "I have to go back to our headquarters right now. You can come with me if you want. Ethel already gave her permission."
    "Sure," he said. "I want to see the place."
    "Not so quick. You can go back to your apartment instead and return to your normal life. You'll never see us again, and if you tell anybody about us, we'll kill you. But as long as you keep your mouth shut, you'll be safe and free. You can get a real job, marry, have kids, and do all the usual stuff that people do. You'll be ordinary."
    "Or?"
    "Or..." She plucked a dandelion and examined its bright yellow flower. "You can join us forever. No trial period. No quitting. We expect absolute obedience and commitment. Only members are allowed to set foot in headquarters and live."
    "I have to decide right now?" he said. "I thought I had 24 hours."
    "Circumstances have changed."
    "This whole thing is insane."
    "It is what it is." She shrugged.
    "You have to give me more information," he pleaded.
    She furrowed her brow. "I'm sorry. I can't. All I'll tell you is that it's the best job in the universe, and maybe the most