Chapter 283

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*- Seraphina*

This is the 283rd episode of *unORDINARY*.

## Synopsis

Late one night in a secret Wellston base, Orrin ushers two of his best agents into his facility. He has some exciting news for them: the Ability Conversion project is ahead of schedule, with some samples prepared. One agent recalls that the project hit a wall, but Orrin explains that a resourceful asset managed to obtain key data during an operation in Rowden. As a result, Spectre managed to produce a sample that was less-effective, but promising nonetheless. They are this close to beating the Authorities at their own aura manipulating game. Only one question remains: what abilities will they select to utilize? Naturally, Orrin has the answer. They enter a lab full of specialized equipment, including a capsule containing the body of Melvin. The process, Orrin explains, involves infusing the converter with a sample of the aura of the ability of choice. The available batch was produced using Melvin's aura, and would provide his ability. There is a minor catch: only high-tiers would be able to use the converters. Which is why the two agents were summoned. They are Orrin's top pick to break new ground.

Back at the dorms, Seraphina leaps into a bed for the first time since the night before her near-death. John wishes he could do the same, but declines the invitation to share a mattress. He admits that he has frequent nightmares, and doesn't wish to hit her in his sleep. Seraphina suspects that these bad dreams can be traced back to Keon. John waxes nostalgia on a simpler time, just a few short months ago. Now instead of getting a piece of cake, he has to worry about getting killed by terrorists. Seraphina expresses relief that she can at least relax. John asks why she isn't more freaked out by this, but she replies that she is. Their little scheme against Spectre could go wrong in so many ways. But what's the point of getting nervous trying to cheat certain death? She is as ready as she can hope to be, and could only wait to put her plan into action. She would much rather spend the time before then appreciating the positives in her life. John seconds the motion, and admits that while hiding goes against his nature, at least he has good company.

The next morning, Blyke drags himself out of bed and over to the bathroom. He walks in and finds it occupied. Blyke was utterly scandalized at the sight of Seraphina brushing her teeth. He exits with a door slam and yells at her to lock the door whenever she goes in there. He later gripes about this to Isen, saying that things were awkward enough when it was just him and John. Isen thinks the golden opportunity to room with Seraphina is wasted on Blyke, and suggests that he at least *try* to make the best of it. As in, maybe try to get some sweet deets on Spectre business? Blyke says there's no chance of that. His two roomies are just too reserved. It's more likely that his attempts will result in *him* telling his own life story. Isen is forced to agree. Wouldn't want Blyke blabbing about the existence of his new vigilante pal. When Isen asks if Seraphina is going to be a permanent fixture, Blyke states that it's only for a few days. When asked if the two were expecting something after then, Blyke cannot answer.

Later, John asks Seraphina between classes if he can show her something. But before he can explain what it is, he overhears a pair of students talking about an upcoming Safe House expansion. The hype for the self-defense class is real, and John is loving it. Incidentally, it's the room the lessons will take place in that he wanted to show Seraphina. She notes that it's just a messy storage room. But John says that will change soon enough. The space is adequate, and it's already got some good equipment just waiting to be used! He immediately gets to work setting things up. Seraphina finds his optimism infectious.

## Appearing Characters

* *Candice*
* *Liam*
* Orrin
* **Melvin**
* Seraphina
* John
* Blyke
* Isen