Chapter 48: Reconstructing the Past

John recoiled as a sick feeling overcame him. How could he possibly start to separate fact from fiction? Were any of his recollections of Marie authentic? "The other Marie," he said in a hollow voice, "said they have intentions for you." What does it imply? Marie looked away, the tears giving way to a glimmer of fear. She said, "I don't know everything, but I do know they were using the prototype to control people." to compel them to comply." John had a chill down his back. Obedient? Was he a pawn in a bigger game, or just a test subject? And amid all of this, what part did the other Marie play? "Why me?" John's voice cracked as he muttered. With a helpless look in her eyes, Marie shook her head. "I'm not sure, John. But we must investigate. We must distinguish between what is true and what has been deceived." John caught her gaze, his face stiffening with fresh determination. Even though it was hard, facing the reality was the only option. He would not submit to man