II.
“What the fuck is happening, Lawson?” Rory Parker shouted.
The assistant fidgeted. There hadn’t been a mistake this big since the
founding of Bibleopolis.
“It appears the lead preacher had some anger issues,” Lawson said.
“Anger issues?” Rory repeated, furious. “We’re supposed to screen for
that.”
“They may have developed after the serum was introduced, sir,” Lawson
said.
“Jesus Christ,” Rory muttered. “This was broadcast live. It was supposed
to show the squad detaining the heretic. Not killing a priest.”
“We can cut the broadcast,” Lawson offered.
“It’s too late,” Rory said. “Everyone’s seen it. Do you know how many
generations it’s going to take to recover from this?”
“At least two, sir,” Lawson replied. “We’ll get things under control.
Hopefully, the Disney deal will accelerate the plans.”
“It better,” Rory snapped. “In the meantime, send the Shadow Squad.
They’ll handle this discreetly.”
The leader stroked his graying goatee.