As the truck started to move, most soldiers started running to the truck while some stayed to give others the time to fall back. As the truck's door was closing, Emma and Lana were about to enter the truck. Seeing the door was closing, Emma pushes Lana inside the truck and stays behind to make the way for the truck to move. Ben, Mark, Liam, Victor sees the door closing as many losing their lives to the hand of the headhunters ensues as headhunters leap into the fray. 

Panic spreads among the soldiers as they face headhunters for the first time. As the truck manages to escape, Inside of the truck is filled with soldiers' fear and grief.

Mark (breathing heavily) - We need to report to HQ. That thing in the horde... it's something we've never seen before. that thing was staring at us being devoured.

The shaken soldiers look at each other, knowing that they've just encountered a new, deadly threat.

7:30 Am

Company 2, Research the Facility, Inside the security room 

Hugo frantically scans the CCTV monitors, eyes darting across the screens as he searches for the room where the research is kept along with any signs of the headhunter horde coming their way. Captain June and the team in the front hall await Hugo’s signal to move.

Captain June (Urgently) - Lin, any good with location?

Lin - Guess not captain.

Hugo's fingers fly over the keyboard as he studies the screens, finally spotting the area where the research is stored.

Hugo - Found it! The research is in Sector C, Room 214. I'll guide you.

Captain June, Arthur, Sophia, Samuel, and the rest of the team gather around, awaiting instructions.

Arthur (Confident) - Nice work, Hugo. Lead the way.

Hugo guides them through the labyrinth of the building using the CCTV feeds. The tension in the room rises as the team relies on Hugo's directions to navigate the perilous path.

Hugo (Pointing at the screens) - Take a left at the next corridor, then straight forward until you reach room 214.

The team moves with precision, following Hugo's guidance through the dangerous terrain of the building.

Captain June - Stay sharp, everyone. We're relying on Hugo to get us there in one piece. That doesn’t mean we close our eyes.

As the team maneuvers through the corridors, they encounter a headhunter in an unconscious but living state, Hugo's eyes remain glued to the CCTV screens.

Captain - what am I looking at?

Captain looks at Arthur and he goes forward and slit the throat of the headhunter. the headhunter doesn’t respond but is standing

Samuel - what in the hell are these made of?

Sophia (Nervously) - Hugo, any surprises up ahead?

Hugo (Concentrated) - Keep moving. You're clear for now

The team encounters obstacles and many unconscious headhunters along the way, but Hugo's vigilance guides them safely.

Samuel (Over comms) - Hugo, you're a lifesaver!

Hugo's face tightens with concentration, beads of sweat forming on his forehead as he continues to guide the team.

Captain June (Appreciative) - Great job, Hugo. We're almost there.

As the team approaches Room 214, the atmosphere in the security room remains tense, the success of the mission for now is depending on Hugo's keen observations and directions.

Captain - Got to the room .

Samuel - It's not a room. It's a hall.

Captain - Okay. FRAC get on your work. Defense corp will secure the room.

Soldiers - Yes mam.

The FRAC soldiers start their search and the offense corp soldier secures the room for any possible headhunter to come in.

As the team was searching for the research compound and Lin, engrossed in his task of monitoring the CCTV feeds, Hugo, to get to know more about the place, searches old CCTV Footages and finds a video that focuses his attention on the screen displaying a seven-day-old footage. His eyes widen as he notices a person on a bike stopping at the gate. The mysterious figure begins to unwrap a scarf around his face.

Hugo (Muttering to himself) - What's going on?.

As the scarf comes off, revealing the face, Hugo's breath catches. He gets the Impression that the person is someone he lost long ago. The Memories start flooding back in Hugo’s mind – the laughter, the camaraderie, the shared dreams.

Hugo - (Whispers) Darius...?

Hugo's emotions shift from confusion to disbelief. The figure on the screen bears a striking resemblance to his dear friend, whom he presumed lost.

Hugo (Staring at the screen thinks) - No, it can't be. He is... gone.

His mind races, recalling the times they spent together, the adventures they embarked on, and the unspoken bond that defined their friendship.

Hugo's fingers tremble over the keyboard as he rewinds the footage, watching the scene unfold again, hoping it's not a mirage.

The footage stirs a mix of joy, confusion, and a lingering sense of loss. Making Hugo zoned out .

The team that cautiously advanced through the dimly lit corridors, the tension is hanging thick in the air. Lin, in the CCTV, observes movement through the glass front door. A sense of urgency takes over as she senses an impending threat.

Lin - (Alert) Hold on, something's not right.

The company’s eyes scan the area for any sign of danger. Lin, keenly aware of the situation, notices Hugo, lost in a momentary trance. Urgently, she calls out to him.

Lin (Commanding) - Hugo, snap out of it! We've got trouble.

Hugo, caught off guard, blinks away his distraction. Lin takes charge of the situation, answering the comms buzzing in Hugo's ear. The confusion on his face is evident as Lin relays the information to the team

Captain - we’ve got our hands on the research.

Lin - (On comms) Captain, this is Lin. We've got movement at the front entrance. Horde is coming.

Captain June - (On comms) Understood. Hold your ground; we're on our way.

Hugo, now more alert, takes a moment to calm his nerves. The urgency of the situation presses upon them. The captain and the team shift into battle formation, weapons drawn, ready to face the approaching horde.

Hugo (To himself) - Focus, Hugo. We can't afford to lose this.

As the team braces for impact, the glass door shatters, and the headhunters surge in. As the horde approaches Sector C, The captain shouts orders,

Captain - Everyone. FIRE.

 The team engages in a fierce battle, pushing back the encroaching horde with coordinated precision. The clash echoes through the corridors, a symphony of chaos. With a quick but thorough analysis of the building layout, Hugo, fueled by a mix of fear and determination, guides the team toward the front door. However, as they were about to approach, Hugo sees a menacing wall of headhunters blocking the front area. The realization hits him hard.

Hugo (Urgently) - Change of plans! Front door's a no-go. Move to the parking basement! (Commanding) Lin,Anthony, take the truck down! We need that exit clear!

Lin and Anthony move out of the back door of the security room to the trucks parked outside. Meanwhile, Reacting swiftly, the team changes direction, following Hugo's lead. The tension rises as they navigate through the labyrinthine corridors, footsteps echoing against the walls. As they reach the entrance to the parking basement, gunshots reverberate, signaling the team's arrival into the heart of the action.

Anthony, a skilled driver, rushes the truck to the parking area, followed by Lin. Meanwhile, the rest of the team engages in intense gunfire, creating a path toward the parking’s opening. The headhunters, relentless in their pursuit, clash against the team's defenses.

Captain - (Shouting) Keep them off! We need that route open for the trucks to move in!

Sophia and Samuel strategically position themselves, providing cover to each other to clear the way. The sound of gunfire and the roars of headhunters intertwine in a chaotic symphony. The team fights with determination, their every move synchronized in the dance of survival.

Hugo (Yelling on comms) - Trucks incoming! Get ready to move!

As the tension reaches its peak, the military trucks burst through the entrance, crashing through obstacles. The team, battered but resilient, rushes toward the awaiting vehicles. Lin and Anthony, having successfully maneuvered the truck into the parking basement, signal the team to embark.

Lin (Urgently) - Load up, we're getting out of here!

Captain - EVERYONE! On the Truck.

The team boards the trucks, adrenaline pumping, leaving the building behind. As the trucks speed away, the remaining headhunters howl in frustration, their prey slipping from their grasp.

Hugo, left alone in the security room, feels the weight of the moment. In a hasty attempt to secure himself, he pushes an almirah against the door, creating a makeshift barricade. Sweat beads on his forehead as he stares at the monitor, fingers flying over the keyboard to copy CCTV footage in a flash drive he found on one of the computers.

Hugo (Muttering to himself) - Come on, come on… (thinks) why am I doing this when I am going to die here anyway.

As the progress bar inches forward, Hugo's anxiety rises. The sound of approaching military trucks intensifies, echoing through the building. Suddenly, the trucks burst into the front hall, ramming through obstacles and creating chaos. The impact reverberates through the walls.

Arthur (Over comm) - Hugo, we're in! Get over here!

Arthur's voice pierces through Hugo's concentration. With a quick glance at the progress bar, Hugo hesitates. The footage is crucial, but so is his escape. He takes a deep breath, torn between completing the copy and joining his team.

Arthur (Urgently) - Hugo, now!

Hugo reluctantly abandons the ongoing task, Pulls drive out of the system and rushes. He pushes the almirah aside, revealing the chaotic scene outside. Smoke and dust fill the air as the trucks create an opening. Samuel waves Hugo towards safety.

Samuel (Shouting) - Move your lazy ass, Hugo!

As Hugo rushes towards the trucks, the team inside pulls him in. The door is hastily sealed behind him. The military trucks speed away from the compromised building, leaving behind a shattered wall and a horde of headhunters drawn by the commotion.

Sophia (In relief) - We made it.

Hugo, catching his breath, looks back at the building. Thinking about what is copied and what isn’t and most Importantly is the possibility of his friend being alive. The trucks disappear into the city, leaving the chaos behind.