Six - Ten

 

Six To Ten - VI - X

---

▸ More by this Author ◂

---

{$comments2}

F.A.Q.

{$doesthisfixthebug}

► Begin Recording

[BEGIN RECORDING]

Uh, I probably shouldn't be doing this, but… here I am. My safety is compromised, and if discovered, repercussions could be severe. Yet, it's imperative I disclose this information now, rather than face the uncertainty of discovery later. The pressure is palpable, every word weighed against potential consequences. But the truth must be revealed, regardless of personal risk. The others within our circle might deem it necessary to eliminate me if they were to uncover the truth. It's imperative to act now rather than face the repercussions later. The precariousness of my situation demands utmost caution in my choice of words, for even the slightest slip-up could lead me to face the ultimate sanction.

Let me provide some context. I am a personnel of the 909 Council, entrusted with the management of sensitive records, classified documents, and confidential information. I've held this position since the age of eighteen, although in the windowless confines of our environment, time tends to lose its relevance. The Council operates across numerous sites, each equipped with a meeting room where the only glimpse of the outside world is afforded. Interactions among personnel are strictly regulated, any unauthorized communication could result in termination. Despite these stringent rules, I've clandestinely engaged in conversations with guards, researchers, and others, akin to clandestine liaisons in a dystopian novel reminiscent of George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four.

Now, to address the matter at hand. The Council harbors a dark secret surrounding the demise of one of its esteemed members at the hands of another, known as Ten. Ten, once Union General David Hunter, would purportedly be well over a century old had he still been alive today. The exact year escapes me, as our environment is insulated from the passage of time. However, it has been weeks since Ten was terminated by Seven, under the directive of Fifteen. The year, I believe, is 1990, though uncertainties persist. The circumstances surrounding Ten's longevity, given his former status and geographical disparity from 006 in Russia, remain shrouded in mystery, a narrative too convoluted to delve into.

The victim in question, Six, bore the name Tristan Fischer, a Caucasian male appearing to be in his late twenties with Nordic features, though indications suggest a chronological age surpassing sixty, possibly influenced by the rejuvenating effects of 006.

Now, regarding the rumors circulating within our community. It is alleged that Ten, or Hunter, orchestrated the demise of Six, or Fischer, in a fit of rivalry over comedic prowess, culminating in Six's triumph and Ten's subsequent departure in a blaze of indignation. It is said that Ten, consumed by rage, departed from the Council despite attempts by Fifteen to dissuade him. His absence from public scrutiny was followed by a clandestine return, culminating in the tragic demise of Six within the confines of a Boston apartment.

In response to these events, Fifteen, informed by Thirteen's surveillance prowess, initiated a wide-reaching manhunt for Ten, enlisting the aid of external entities such as the Foundation. Following an altercation with an undercover operative, Ten was apprehended and subsequently executed by Seven, in collaboration with the Foundation's formidable enforcers, known as the "Red Right Hand" or "Alpha-1".

Despite the seemingly plausible nature of this narrative, I am compelled to challenge its veracity. The intricacies of our clandestine world are fraught with deception, and the truth often lies concealed beneath layers of misinformation. My commitment to confidentiality persists unabated, as I endeavor to unravel the complexities surrounding these events until my last breath.

A deeper investigation reveals a more nuanced truth. Six and Ten were not adversaries but rather comrades, albeit with a history of discord stemming from a significant altercation during a council meeting years prior. Despite Six's persistent attempts at reconciliation, Ten remained obstinate, leading to a tragic turn of events.

The notion of Ten's disappearance and subsequent reappearance is muddled with inaccuracies. He did not retreat to his secluded enclave within Bangladesh, given to him by Fifteen, as he was in Canada when it had occurred, his return coincided with a fateful encounter with Fischer in Reykjavík, Iceland, leading to the latter's demise in a remote apartment.

As the narrative unfolds, the lines between truth and fiction blur, obscured by layers of secrecy and subterfuge. My intention in disclosing these truths is not to incite dissent but rather to illuminate the shadows cast by our clandestine operations. The veracity of my claims may be called into question, yet I stand resolute in my convictions, prepared to safeguard these revelations unto the end.

However, I fear I have exceeded the permissible duration of this recording. It is prudent to conclude before the inevitable consequences of my actions manifest.

[END OF RECORDING]

‡ Licensing / Citation

Cite this page as:

"Six - Ten" by TheInfallibleFounder, from The Arstotzkan Universe Wiki. Source: https://arstotzkanuniverse.wikidot.com/six-to-ten. Licensed under CC-BY-SA.

For more information, see the Licensing Guide.

©2021, Arstotzkan Universe All Rights Reserved. Scorched Sundays Theme and modules were designed by Hudson Nolan. The Arstotzkan Universe © 2021-30 Apr 2025 12:24