The Zetta Sonic
System Locked

Caitlin still can't believe Alex defended her at the last moment. He could not forget the expression of the boy. He looks doubtful but at the same time is also confident of his decision. For a fifteen-year-old who is suddenly caught up in the world of fighting crime, Caitlin begins to be amazed. He was aware that perhaps all this time his admiration was covered by envy.

Tiger's right. To this day, she wants to be a Zetta Sonic. He wanted to replace Alex. Alex is right too. The disappearance of professor Otto made it impossible to become Zetta Sonic. He himself knew very well how complicated and long the time spent by professor Otto to find the right formula. Formula named Dragon Blood.

He recalls the times where Alex faced Damon for the first time. A multi-layered protected room security system. Smoke and gunfire. The broken tube. Green liquid. Uncontrolled electricity flow. The unexpected chaos. All this time, he had only seen the footage. Caitlin wondered how the story would have been different if she had been on the scene. Could he be the Zetta Sonic? Come to think of it, the professor hasn't really uncovered the mystery of why Alex could survive.

The professor is a careful and very systematic person on his research. The formula he made after Alex became Zetta Sonic can also be ascertained the same formula. Surprisingly, all the stories circulating within the environment of the ICPA agency made him shudder in horror. All the volunteers were killed by the formula.

Besides Alex, the person who was also exposed to the formula was Damon. The professor talked to him about it. Damon's condition is easier to explain. The number of Dragon Blood entering his body had already been checked. The number was far below the number of Dragon Blood in Alex's body. Not many know that Damon has been going through critical times for quite some time. In the end, he managed to survive despite getting a heartbreaking mark on his body.

Questions arise when comparing Damon to Alex. The boy had no significant injuries. The critical period is relatively short. At its peak, Alex could even use the power of Dragon Blood. Caitlin doesn't believe in coincidence. He believes there is an explanation behind all this. Unfortunately, professor Otto could not get the answer at the end of his life. His greed ended when he was killed by Damon.

“So,” says the girl, “you Caitlin?”

Caitlin's daydreams were spoiled by another girl's greeting. He turned from the majestic fighter plane in front of him to the female pilot beside him. The girl had tanned yellow skin and curly hair and wide eyes.

“And, you Smith?” caitlin Sahut.

She reached out her hand, “Kara Smith. I'm the pilot who will take you to the location.”

Caitlin nodded. He tried not to investigate Kara with his gaze. She does not want Kara to feel in doubt or — worse yet — underestimated. “I hope we can finish all this soon. I entrust myself to your hands.”

Kara threw her hand into the air. “Oh! I-i know. Everybody knows. I'm not used to controlling airplanes. I'm just a plane pilot stuff. But, you know ‘there have been many cases lately. So, they asked me to just move up this rank to help you. My clothes are overflowing and my hands are now shaking.” The black overall with the green line did look oversized.

Caitlin chuckled. “It won't be that bad. ICPA must have seen something in you.”

“Do you think so?”

“Huge potential.” Caitlin started to step up.

Caitlin's words made Kara smile. Both were on ICPA fighter aircraft. The plane has a room quite large than the fighter aircraft in general. There are three control panels there. One in front, two behind. The front panel is the position for the pilot. Caitlin occupied the position on the back right, leaving an empty position beside her. He'll be in charge of shooting. Even if it was his skill, Caitlin wished inwardly not to engage in real shootouts. He prefers to hold a real gun rather than a button.

Like other ICPA pilots and other fighter aircraft, they can fly at high speeds. The robot bee is in front, on top of Kara's panel. He's connected to the plane system. Their search location can now be clearly seen on the screen. Without needing to wait for long, they had seen the physical figure of the transmitter point.

“Aircraft goods?” Kara gawking. “I should have known! I saw the movement of some strange aircraft in this area.”

“I've fallen here. Sonic helped. What is calculated?” Kara chuckles to herself. “So, let's try contacting them now.”

Caitlin was in charge of contacting the cargo plane in front of her. As soon as the sound of the radio was heard, Caitlin did not feel stale anymore. “You have what we want. Land at the coordinates we specify or we will shoot you.”

Kara frowned while looking back. “Hey,” whispered, “we can't shoot a plane with hostages inside.”

“You bet? The plane will according.”

Kara's still frowning. He had not heard any reply at all. The plane was too old-fashioned to display video communications. So far, they have only heard voices. Just greeting. The pilot of the freighter may have realized that he had misaccepted the communication link and has now chosen to remain silent.

“Really?” reply Kara. “If not, how?”

“If not, then they will attack us. Either way, we'll get an answer.

“As now?!” Kara almost screamed.

Their radars roared, warning. Two other fighter planes came from the front side. When the attack comes, Kara carries her plane out evasive maneuvers. Compared to two opposing aircraft, ICPA aircraft are much more sophisticated.

“We were attacked, sweet lady. Start shooting!” kara Pinta. He was still performing some maneuvers, swerving through the air, dodging from the opponent's shots.

“I tried. System locked!” Caitlin kicked the panel table in front of her.

Kara also reports to the ICPA. “We found the location of agent Jayden Garnet. Now we are under attack. Shooting permission.”

[Confirmation]

Once there was an answer from the center, Caitlin found that the panel shifted. There was a plain part that was just like a regular table now open. He showed a touch screen with intricate lines and a wide selection of shots on the side.

“Why do they always lock the whole system when it comes to lasers?” Caitlin moved her fingers over the touch screen to open the weapon panel. He wanted to launch a small missile to minimize the risk of misfire.

“Do it!” kara Sahut.

Caitlin now put her index finger on the shot button. “Come play fireworks!”