Chapter 56: Chosen Prey
Unaware of the game the leadership was playing, the morale of the base was at an all-time high. More people were being given opportunities to prove themselves and were being rewarded for it.
The plethora of rewards included better food, better housing, women and men of their choice. But the most sought-after reward was access to the sauna.
In a place where most people weren’t allowed to take showers, the sauna was a luxury only a few could have. Michael made sure of it.
One’s rank didn’t matter. Their social standing definitely didn’t matter.
What mattered was their achievements.
Or in some cases, the power they awakened.
Alaric’s experiment led to a rise in some powerful abilities.
To tame these wild horses, Michael let them experience the luxuries that awaited them. It fed the fire in them to get those things again. Hence, ensuring their loyalty.
Hailey would have never done it, but Michael didn’t hesitate to show blatant favoritism.
Right now, two such individuals were headed towards the sauna. Their towels hung around their necks, and their flip-flops slapped against the wet floor.
Jared and Bono, two formerly low-ranking ensigns, found themselves ranked higher than most of their superiors in the new regime. It was safe to say they were enjoying the changes.
After awakening a couple of days ago, it was their first time visiting the sauna. Naturally, they wanted to make the most of it.