Chapter 64. Testing the Power
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The OsCorp training facility designed to stress-test weapons and enhanced individuals was quiet, save for the occasional crack of electricity.
Max stood near a target rig, arcs of lightning dancing between his fingers. With a flick of his wrist, he sent a bolt screaming through the air, vaporizing the target in a flash of light.
Behind him, footsteps.
He turned and immediately straightened up. "Boss."
Nolan gave a brief nod, stepping into the room. "You're improving fast."
Max beamed. "Professor Connors has been working with me. Said I need to push my capacity—absorb more current and release it faster. Like building muscle."
"Good. I need your help with something."
Nolan's tone changed calm but purposeful. "I need to test my reflexes."
Max blinked. "You mean... you want me to shoot you?"
"Don't hold back."