The Z-1 Ranch

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The air speeder waisted no time in getting to the hospital in the city. Ben and the others were waiting for the medical speeder to arrive with Zach.

When the second speeder arrived, no time was wasted the rear doors flew open and out came doctors Wooten and Rupert with Zach on a gurney. There was no talk there was no time they literally ran through the hospital to the surgical suites. Ben and the boys were left there standing full of questions and no answers.

One of the nurses approached the family group; would you please follow me to the waiting area. I will send someone back with coffee and nourishment for you, I'm sorry but we are very busy at this moment and the doctors are trying to save your loved one's life.

Carter was about to say something because the nurse did not recognize him but Ben held his hand up, thank you very much for your hospitality please show us to the waiting area.

The nurse opened the automatic doors and walked into the crowded area, there were family members that were seated some were holding children some were by themselves all waiting for answers about their loved ones who were fighting for their lives.

Someone will be right here with refreshments and some pastries for you Sir the nurse responded.

Ben took a seat in the corner along with Tim and Luther on either side. Carter took a seat next to Ed. Robbie and Mason sat together. Everyone was on edge.

A little while had elapsed when a very nice-looking young man who was no doubt an orderly pushed in a cart tray with a coffee urn and cups of coffee. I'm very sorry that it took me so long I had other duties that I was pulled from please accept my apologies and my sincere prayers for your loved one.

Ben smiled; thank you very much young man but what about the others here do they not get coffee also?

The young man looked around; I wish I had an answer that I was ordered to procure this for your party.

Please go around the room and see if anyone else would like a cup of coffee first remarked Ben.

The young man looked at Ben very puzzled, why would he give his to someone else that didn't make sense thinking of others in your time of need.

Tim leaned in and whispered to the young man; that's just my dad's way of being. He and father think about everyone else first not themselves.

Tim was little uncomfortable at first and as the time wore on, he even got more so in this was unusual, a young girl in the waiting area kept on whispering to her mother and pointing at him. The young girl's mother tried to put her hand down and whispered back to her and with a cautionary tone in her finger said something to the young girl.

After about 1-½ hours of Andorra constant chattering about the man she finally got up the nerve to approached Tim. Excuse me I know that this is not the time to be disturbed but my young daughter Andorra would like to meet you.

Me why would anybody need to meet me questioned Tim?

We made the trip not long ago to the exhibits after that you have always held a special place in her life. My husband told her that if she ever met you, it would be because of destiny.

And may I inquire whereabouts of your husband?

He's here in intensive care, the doctors give him a fair prognosis, but that's not your problem. Please bear with my daughter because unbeknownst to you she feels like you are her hero.

Tim looked at his dad's Ben shook his head okay. Tim stood up and walked over and took a seat beside Andorra. Your mother told me your name and it is a beautiful name. My name is Tim Spinelli and I am very glad to meet you Andorra.

The little girl smiled at Tim, my name is Andorra Sanders my mommy's name is Katherine but she goes by Kate and my father's name is Dorian Sanders. He's here because he got his head hurt by some mean men. They don't like his type; I was with him and that's the reason he fought so hard because he did not want me to be harmed.

Tim was a little puzzled, what do you mean his kind?

He is the best of both worlds; number one he's my father and number two he's special and number three is you look alike. But you are older than him.

Tim looked at Katherine with an inquisitive look?

I'm sorry Sir, she has a vivid imagination. My husband was raised an orphanage and my daughter is convinced that he has a family somewhere.

Mommy he looks just like my father only he's older because he was born first, even father said they look alike, just because they've never met doesn't mean they're not brothers. They are both special born, neither of them knows who their original parents are they only know who raised them.

Ben overheard the young girl and she got his attention, he stood up and walked over to the young lady and her daughter. I am Ben Spinelli and Tim here is my son, no I did not birth him I did not have that pleasure but I did help raise him along with his father and we adopted him. Might I inquire why your daughter is so determined that they are kin.

The little girl had a backpack in which she started to dig in, she retrieved a photograph of the three of them together. See here in this photo of my father and my mother and me, they look alike.

Ben took the photo from the young girl; he was in total shock and awe when he saw a picture of her father. It was Tim without a doubt when he was younger, he turned the photo around Tim who had to take a seat. Luther walked up and caught a glimpse of the photo, and commented; little brother or do you need to explain something?

Andorra looked at Luther; silly that's my father that's not him.

Luther looked at Andorra look back at the photo, two peas in a pod if I ever seen them. Plus she asked just like her uncle.

Ben looked at Luther, what did you say?

The drowned rat showed up on the front porch one night, father didn't know where he came from other than he needed a bath and he was skinny as a rail needed to be fed so he took him in to raise. Tim doesn't know who he is or where he came from and he certainly doesn't like anybody else aside from this photograph.

Katherine had to sit down, I'm sorry this is a lot to take in. First Dorian being attacked and beaten with an inch of his life to protect our daughter and me in my condition.

Ben looked at her and realized that she was carrying a little one. How far you and is the stress to much?

The doctors watch me but I've had some issues. Before Andorra was born, we lost two boys early in my pregnancies but this one has been good up until now. The doctors tell me that I need to stay off my feet get more rest and the stress is horrible on my condition.

Dr. Rupert entered the waiting area and walked directly to where Ben was at, can we talk Sir?

Ben made himself presentable and shook his head yes.

There is going to be a lot of rehabilitation needed and we tried some new techniques for the first time. You said do everything we could so we did everything, the doctors performed a quadruple bypass and they have him on a new clot dissolving formula. It's designed from a natural enzyme harvested from Genmen blood. We will need some replacement plasma and I figure that everyone at the ranch will give that can give. But I need your permission to ask?

Dr. Rupert you have my permission on behalf of Zachariah and the Spinelli family. When can we see him?

It's going to be about four hours before we can even let one person in the room. We've made an exception that you and the boys will go together but after that only one person at a time maybe two when he is doing better. He is out of it he more than likely will not know much or be responsive because of the medications that he is been given. You can either take a hotel room or you're welcome to stay here whatever is most comfortable with you Sir.

Ben stood up and walked away with Dr. Rupert, they were whispering something and Dr. Rupert was shaking his head yes that he understood something.

Dad what have you done inquired Luther?

Just getting a few questions answered my son, and we can start living together as a family. I want to go back and sit with Katherine and Andorra. Please make sure that we do not get disturbed. See if you can get your brother to step away for a few minutes.

Luther was successful in his endeavors and Tim followed him out of the waiting area.

Ben approached Carter and Ed and explained the situation, they were both very excited to hear of the possibilities that might be they agreed to give Ben plenty of space.

Carter created a little diversion when he told the medical staff that coffee and refreshments would be placed in the waiting room for the intensive care unit at all times and pastries along with nutritious items would be included so the families did not have to leave their loved ones.

But Sir when we call down to the kitchen department for even a pot of coffee with some paper cups the manager down there loses it one of the nurses divulged. This is not within their budget so we can have anything for the people that are stuck here.

They do do they?

Especially the evening manager, not a happy camper at all always complaining about us and our request.

Give me five minutes and you're going to see some action. Carter held his finger up to Ed as he was fixed to say something and stormed right out of the waiting area.

Upon arrival Carter walked up to the cashier to make in order. I would like three pots of coffee and three dozen cups along with condiments carried to the intensive care waiting area please. The cashier looked up and saw Carter Hawthorne standing in front of her.

Yes, Sir I will request it but I'm still not sure if it will be done was her response.

The lady walked to the corner of the counter and announced the order out loud so that everyone could hear. Three hot pots of coffee and three dozen cups along with condiments to be carried to the intensive care waiting area please.

A voice behind the partition came out for everyone to hear. I have told them so many times that they are not allowed to pick up anything and take it out of this place much less coffee for that it waiting area it's not allowed and I will not allow it I don't care who is requesting it it's not going to happen I take that request and send it back to whoever requested it.

Carter was around the counter in about two seconds he walked behind the partition and there was a loud crash. You get out now, you are fired and you will never find another job here at Hawthorne Memorial I don't care if that's scrubbing toilets with a toothbrush. Do not make me forcibly throw you out was the next words out of Carter's mouth.

A lady departed the line area from the opposite end carrying her purse and her jacket. She didn't slow down for anything she dared not.

Carter came out behind the partition and picked up the phone and dial three digits to the HR department.

HR how can I help the food service department is that you Gladys?

No is Carter Hawthorne; Gladys does not work here anymore Helen will be in charge of the evening shift from now on, full benefits and a 10% raise over what Gladys was getting will be applied. Also, you will get a hold of maintenance, coffee pots will be installed into the waiting area of the intensive care department along with cool boxes for pastries and sandwiches at no cost to the family members whose people are here for treatment. If that's not clear enough tell your boss I can clear the HR department to about two seconds.

No Sir Mr. Hawthorne; it is very clear and I personally thank you for this, I will relay this to the maintenance department to get on this and make it a priority if they have to work for the night but no one will be disturbed Sir. I will a lot extra staff for the cafeteria to make sure that this is supplied at all times and again thank you Sir.

Carter turned and looked at Helen. Enjoy your new job please do not that be down I can be very nice or I can be a bitch as you have seen.

Thank you very much Mr. Hawthorne, I will call personally and take orders from everyone there to see what they desire. A tabulation be kept of everything and all expenditures for that department from now on that way I can adjust the food cost. I would like to put some traditional items on the menu, I know that is supposed be nutritional but some people still like traditional items if that's okay?

It's your kitchen area, run it the way you see forth and if the dayshift has a problem with that tell them to come see me and I straighten them out also or I clean house.

Arlene will not have an issue with it, we have discussed this several times because we have a lot of waste and we should never waste anything when it comes to food there are too many hungry people on the streets. We have spoken several times on the need for an outreach we can serve one mill a day maybe two meals a day to the multitude and still be within our budget because we will use the overruns and leftovers from our kitchens.

Great idea you and Arlene put it in writing and I'll sign off on it. I imagine there's a spare room somewhere down on the ground level that can be utilized for serving and dining. Now I need to get back upstairs and I'll see you in the intensive care waiting area, a very good friend is in the hospital.

Yes, Sir I heard Mr. Zach from the Z1 ranch is here, we are all praying for his speedy recovery. They have done so much to help out everyone, if it wasn't for them, I wouldn't be where I am now, I have blended family members.

Carter picked up a mochaccino and went back upstairs.

Ed saw Carter come back in sipping a mochaccino. Did you get everything taken care of my love?

Yes, I did and I see a lot of changes coming to this place. I know that we said we would not get involved in day-to-day operations of the medical center but I think that we need to step in and put a presence here. Things happened behind your back and people hide things from the higher ups when they're not looking.

That is duly noted my dear, then he what you need and it will be done.

You see that's about you Ed Hawthorne, I knew that I had good taste even back when we first met even if you didn't. Ed leaned over and kissed Carter.

Rupert arrived with a Manella envelope. Mr. Ben here's the information that you requested and it has been verified double. Have a great day and I need to get back to Mr. Zach.

Ben set there with the envelope his hand and waited for his sons to return, he wanted so bad to tear up the envelope but he knew it only one person had the right to open it and find out the contents.

Luther and Tim returned carrying several bags of food, they pass the food out to the individuals waiting for news on their loved ones in the waiting area. Tim took a seat buys dad and Luther set on the side. Luther was the first one to speak, okay what's up next what kind of miracles we going to do next?

Ben held up the envelope and put it in Tim's hand, this belongs to you. Only you can open it and you will read what it says.

Tim was a little perplexed at his dad, what had he gone and done now?

Tim slid out the piece of paper and he saw his name and below it was a graft with all different kinds of figures. Only a scientist could understand this mess. Below that was another set the graphs and the name of that person was Dorian Sanders as he read the following conclusion sentence. Subject A and Subject B are found to be 100% biological siblings, five years difference in age. Tim set there in shock.

Well, what does it say little brother inquired Luther?

Tim just held the paper out for Luther to take and read for himself. Luther started to laugh then he went to laughing uncontrollable. Well, they say you always need to go the hospital to meet your little brother and I guess that's what you did.

Katherine and Andorra were almost shocked at Luther's laughing but they didn't hear what he said. Andorra stood up and walked over to where they were sitting, is everything okay she asked Luther?

Come here baby girl I wish to see something if you need help reading it, I'll try my best. Luther showed her the piece of paper.

Andorra read to the paperwork and was studying the graphs when she came to the next sentence. Subject A and Subject B are found to be 100% biological siblings five years difference in age. She broke out into gigantic smile and hugged Luther's neck. Does that mean you are my uncle Luther?

Yes, baby girl without a doubt, and you are my perfect niece. Now about that big lunkhead over there, he's still in shock I think he could deal with a great big hug from you.

Ben took a seat next to Kathrine as she watched the whole ordeal unfold.

Andorra walked to Tim and hugged his neck and kissed his cheek, I told my father that he was your brother but he didn't think so, but we have proof.

Tim hugged Andorra and asked Kathrine if he could see his brother?

She responded if it's okay with the medical staff I certainly don't have a problem. It just might be what it takes for him to turn the corner in his road to recovery. I've got some new problems right now that I don't know what we're going to do. He can't handle any disappointment right now so maybe it's the best.

Maybe Andorra would like to see her father with me questioned Tim?

If mommy says it's okay, I would love to be there when the two of you finally meet.

Katherine nodded her head in approval, Ben wrapped his arm around her in a gentle gesture of support.

Now what do you mean you have problems young lady inquired Ben.

I can't let Dorian know that he lost his job after the accident and now we have no insurance and now we are losing our apartment because there's no money coming in. It seems like every day it's something you some other disaster.

Carter was listening to the entire conversation that Katherine was having with Ben and his heart went out to her. If you don't mind me asking what company was your husband working for when he received his injuries. WRX Corp. I've called I talked to everyone involved and nothing helps. The lower workers are very helpful but the upper management could care less.

Ed Hawthorne's ears perked up when he heard the name WRX Corporation. It was a recent acquisition by Hawthorne industries he did that so that people could keep their jobs as the company was faltering under the current management team. Ed excused himself from the conversations and went out to the hallway so that he could call the company and inquire about what was taking place.

Ed called HR services directly to speak to a representative of the company.

You have reached WRX Corporation's human services this is Kathleen how can we help you?

Kathleen this is Ed Hawthorne calling.

Yes Mr. Hawthorne how can I help you Sir?

Speak of this to no one is it clear and I mean absolutely no one. I need some basic answers from you.

Yes, Sir very much Sir, how can I help you today, Sir?

Pull up a former employee file for me, Dorian Sanders please.

I'm very aware of the name Sir, Katherine and I are friends. Is he okay or has something happened?

That's to be found out will you pull up his name.

His employment was terminated a week ago by Mr. Stromberg, between me and you I entered the data with him watching over my back. He made the comment that he didn't need some pos hybrid sucking up benefits when only humans should actually get jobs. It was all I could do not to walk out, but I have a family to.

Speak of this to no one, thank you very much for your information you will not be forgotten. Ed hung up the phone and redialed the main number for WRX Corp. and spoke to the main switchboard.

WRX Corp. this is Marjorie at the main switchboard how may I help you?

Marjorie; please look at your caller ID and say the name to no one. You see who I am?

Yes, Sir how can I help you today?

Transfer me to the security department I need to speak the security director.

Yes, sir transferring now Sir have a great day Sir.

Marjorie did not know what was up but it was big and she decided to keep her mouth shut tight.

Security director Clayton Moore how can I help you?

Mr. Moore you are speaking to Ed Hawthorne. I need someone's security clearance revoked and he must be cleared out of the building in the next 30 minutes I don't care if you throw everything out the window and, on the streets, do I make myself perfectly clear?

Yes, Sir Mr. Hawthorne how can I help you today, Sir; Clayton Moore responded.

I want you to take six of the biggest guys that you have in the security department go up to the senior management offices and remove one Stanley Stromberg from the company's grounds. Give him a criminal trespass warning and tell him to never step his sorry ass back on the Hawthorne properties and I mean none of them he is barred for life do I make myself clear?

Yes Sir, this would be a pleasure for me to do. It couldn't happen to a nastier person let's just leave it at that Sir.

Make sure that he only takes personal property no company files or nothing else, all company equipment in his possession will be removed rights will be revoked. And if he asks who did this tell him Ed Hawthorne and I'm doing it for a friend. And if you really want to piss him off mention the name Andorra Sanders and that the dense asshole doesn't get it he never will.

Tim received clearances from the medical staff to visit his brother. He sent Andorra in first so she could soften the blow a little bit.

Andorra went into see her father; he was still out of it thanks to the number of painkillers he was on as he was healing. Father, I brought someone here to see you today, he would like to meet you. Andorra went back to the door and opened it and motioned for Tim to come inside.

Dorian was very confused what he saw his daughter with another man and bring him into the room. He looked very familiar but he couldn't place him.

Tim took a seat beside the bed and Andorra climbed up in his lap and wrapped her arm around his neck. Tim spoke; I hate that we had to meet in this situation little brother but I'm here for you now.

Dorian was very confused again; what do you mean little brother? Do I know you?

Not really but you will get to know me in the future, right now you need to get well because Katherine and your son will need you just like Andorra need you now. You don't have to worry about anything but getting well.

Father, I told you that you did not believe me, uncle Tim is very nice. And when you get well the two of you are going to make up for lost time. Why don't you get some sleep and we will come back and see you later.

Dorian smiled at his daughter and drifted off to sleep.

Rupert arrived at the same time as Tim returned, good you're back the three of you can see Zach if you can keep your emotions under control. This is a very critical point in his recovery, lets go talk to your dad and brother.

Rupert was talking to the others when the doors to the waiting area doors opened, a hush came over the entire room. Zion walked in and he made a bee line to Ben and hugged his neck.

What are you doing here young man you're supposed to be on a concert tour?

At a time like this where else would I be at Uncle Ben; my loyalties belong to my family and that is exactly what you and uncle Zach are my family. My grandfather called and told me to get here as soon as possible.

What about your concerts young man?

Uncle Zach is more important than any concert they can always be rescheduled he cannot. Besides who else can bust you down is still love you the way I do and get away with it. Rupert thank you for your information, everything is in order just the way uncle Zach commanded it.

Ben looked at both of them, exactly what in the hell is going on between the two of you and Zach?

Uncle Ben please take a seat, before you and the boys go see uncle Zach there are a few things that you must know. He is not doing good at all, now I know will that you have questions and I will answer everything in due time. He gave advanced medical directives and medical power of attorney over his treatment to me to save you and the boys from making the most difficult decisions.

But first we need to rewind and sit down there's a lot that you do not know about and it includes uncle Ed and even he doesn't know everything. Several years ago, uncle Zach invested heavily into a tech company that did medical research and development. He was so impressed with one of their young medical researchers that he took a special liking to the young man for some reason. I inquired he told me was his business that portion was, so I dropped the matter.

He was so impressed that he invested more money and even brought in other investors one of being uncle Ed and Unbeknownst uncle Carter, Ed purchased the company. Yes, uncle Ed I'm talking about WXR Corporation and their top research analyst Dorian Sanders. I understand that there was an incident in which he was injured and he is being treated here, all-expenses-paid no stone left unturned I understand?

Katherine looked at the young man and questioned, what do you mean all-expenses-paid and no stone left unturned? What exactly is my husband doing for WXR?

Ms. Sanders, I suppose? We will get to that in due time but please be patient while I talk to my uncle Ben.

Uncle Ben you have to understand that nothing was done to deceive you but it was all done to help others. WXR Corporation is a medical research and development entity. They take genetic materials from donors and host and combine those. Why do you think we don't have a shortage of organs for transplants anymore. Through the brilliant mind of the geneticist a very little-known aspect about Genmen physiology and cell reproduction was unlocked. Uncle Zach found out about this and he did what it took to bring this to fruition. That is where your husband comes in Mrs. Sanders, he is the young brilliant geneticist. Things that your husband has done has unlocked a treasure trove of medical realities using Genmen genetics.

Uncle Ben you have to be aware that uncle Zach knew that he was sick and he would soon need to go under treatment but when Dorian was injured in a senseless attack, he put everything on the back burner so that Dorian could be helped. The other researchers in that department have been working around the clock and they have everything ready so that uncle Zach can be helped.

But Zion he just needs to recover and let his heart heal.

No uncle Ben; his heart will not heal itself it's only operating at 21% efficiency. The heart attack literally destroyed 79% of the heart muscle. A machine is breathing for him and another machine is keeping his blood flowing properly until a new heart can be grown and is ready for implementation along with the kidney that was also damaged in the process.

Tim looked it Zion, what do you mean a heart can be grown you can't grow heart much less a kidney nobody can.

Tim that is where you were very wrong, they had been growing organs that are genetically duplicates of their original host through cell transfers and genetic material grafting. That's the reason uncle Zach took such an interest in Dorian Sanders and his brilliant mind. They start out with blank Genmen material from organs it is infused with sales and genetic material of the receiving party so that it will grow a direct duplicate of any organ in the body except the brain.

That can't be possible, why haven't we heard of this before inquired Luther?

Ed cleared his throat; because it wasn't time for the technology to reach the general public. We did it on a case-by-case basis three volunteers. In other words, we have a lot of guinea pigs running around out in the public with research and development organs in their bodies. Carter please do not kill me because death is certain and final. Zach brought the idea to me with all of the information is a way to help others. We have children that have had horrible accidents only to receive in a better word for it spare parts, to see a child running around on a leg that was created through the mercy of others instead of a mechanical apparatus was the ultimate goal of Dorian. But through his brilliant mind he unlocked so much more.

Rupert spoke up; Mr. Ben I know this is a lot to think of and I really do not have two consult you but Zion is leaving the final decision to you and the boys. Even though he will violate Zach's trust and final wishes he still believes that you should have an input. Do we transplant or do we let Mr. Zach slip away and become one with the ground.

Is he that bad really? You mean to tell me that this is the only way to save my Zachariah?

Unfortunately, this is the only saving grace that along with prayers responded Rupert.

May we have a bit of a time as a family to go over all of the information?

Yes, Sir you have an hour before the final decision must be made.

Ben looked at Zion, he entrusted the right person. He said that you carried a special place in his heart with your music that's the reason that he entrusted you with his life. I don't have to think I don't have to do anything but say yes to Zach's ultimate wisdom. We are all here for a reason and a purpose, Rupert please do the surgery or at least be there while it is done by the transplant team.

Thank you very much Mr. Ben, I will be standing by in the surgical Suite as the transplant team does the procedure. Now is there any chance of rejection that's one thing I wish to know?

99.99 accepted, because the organ is grown blank without any genetic coding other than Genmen once the material is fused with Zack's own material it's 100% match and no chance of rejection, keeping him down long enough to heal is going be bad enough. But that's your job to ride herd upon him.

I have two secret weapons at the house one's named Jasper the other one is named Franklin and my orders will be followed to the maximum. Do what you do best heal thy body Dr.

Katherine sat there dumbfounded; how could she not know what her husband was. Was he really this person they claimed because around the house he was almost useless, couldn't even like the pit to grill food on but yet he could unlock the secrets to build someone a new heart.

Zion walked up to Katherine, we are eternally indebted to your husband and I pray that he has a full recovery so that he can continue his brilliant work. Is there anything that our family can do for you Mrs. Sanders?

Not really, I this want my Dorian back. I want him to see our daughter and our unborn son grow up. Oh, crap now it makes sense the baby's name it makes sense to me now.

Tim looked at Katherine, what you mean it makes sense?

He wanted to name the baby Zachariah Edward Benjamin Sanders, after three people he admired. He was going to call him Zeb for short Zeb Sanders ZS the same initials as his own first and last name begin with the exact same initials as his. Don't you see it's a tribute to your father for believing in him and promoting his brilliance in work.

Now it makes sense repeated Zion, uncle Zach included him in his will I didn't understand why he would take a complete stranger what in the world is going on uncle Ben?

Zion there's more here than you realize, please have a seat and be in for a shocker. Zach is full of secrets and closed boxes that have a tendency to pop open when it's time. Dorian and Tim are 100% biological brothers, five years difference in age, how's that for a kick in the rubber parts.

Oh, so that's why he was talking to the lawyer about an adult adoption but he wished to leave the last name as be.

I think I need to call a lawyer's office remarked Ben, I might have another son that I don't know about.

The door to the waiting area opened once again and Madison walked in with Benjamin, there was no doubt; Benjamin was the splitting image of his father. Benjamin walked up to Ben and leaned over and hugged his neck, Madison drove as fast as he could I'm sorry it took us so long. Is there any news on father Zach?

Tim moved over so that Benjamin could take a seat next to his father. This was a very complex family, but after his dad was killed in the traffic accident and he and the boys came to live on the Z1 they were part of this family, that means they share everything including parents.

Madison took a knee to listen to what Ben had to say, it was a lot to take in but now he knew about why he had to set out in the speeder while Zach attended high level meetings in secret. He didn't hold any animosities he was just glad that there was a way to help Mr. Zach.

The doors once again opened to the intensive care waiting area and a work crew came in to install the new coffee bar and snack center. They were very quiet as they did their work, the people in the waiting area were very confused why would this be done.

Carter stood up; for those who don't know me my name is Carter Hawthorne no longer will you need to go down the hallway and downstairs for coffee or snacks as you are waiting here on a loved one who is recovering from something that takes your full attention. Hawthorne Memorial Medical Center welcomes you to enjoy a hospitality afforded to all of you who are waiting on their loved ones to heal. If the unit is found to be without nourishment, please feel free to call the cafeteria and speak to Arlene in the morning and Helen in the evening and they will take care of the shortcomings of anyone.

An older lady spoke up; are you meaning to tell me that this does not cost us anything is not to be included in the bill at the end?

Absolutely free, and when you need to take a break, you are welcome to go down to the main dining area you can present your badge that you use for entry and that will get you up to three meals per day. Just because your loved one is here does not mean you suffer due to cost. None of this will cost you anything, we cannot have you getting sick due to poor nourishment while your loved one is here trying to get well.

Bless you and your husband for everything that you do for the community Commented the older lady.

The door to the waiting room opened again and in walked the publiscist for the hospital. He approached the family; excuse me I don't mean to intrude but we have a large gathering of News Media downstairs waiting for an update on Mr. Spinelli do you have anything to say to them?

Ben thought for second, they could be vultures or they could be beneficial to what was needed at the present moment it was accordingly how you try you the press is what the final results are. Well boys it's about time that we let the rest of the world in on what's happening here, we can make this a positive event instead of something negative. Your father is having the transplant, I've made up my mind and he wants to say anything negative about what I decide then he has to get better to disagree with my decision. He's got too much life to live in too much more to do in his life. Please tell the press Corps that we will be down shortly with a statement from the family to please and wait.

Thank you very much Mr. Ben I know right now is a difficult time for you and your family just know that the entire hospital staff is praying for a good outcome.

Ed was intently looking at his communicator when he had a horrible look on his face. That piece of shit, he is going to pay for this.

Carter looked at Ed, what is wrong?

It seems that a rival firm Allied pharmaceuticals is getting ready for a big announcement within the transplant industry, they have a new executive on board that is going to make it. Stanley Stromberg will Rue the day that he ever dares to cross me. Somebody's accident might've been on purpose.

Ed dialed Angela at the GBI and filled her in on everything. Stop that press conference immediately and arrest everyone involved for corporate theft and espionage and while you're at it, attempted murder.

Angela relayed everything she had just heard to Tony Cordell, the GBI's office emptied of agents all headed to Allied pharmaceuticals office. There would not be a place that Stanley Stromberg could hide neither could any of the members of the Board of Directors involved in this; heads were gonna roll and Tony was going to be the chopping block.

Ed walked up to Ben; we need to make this announcement as quickly as possible. Plus, there are a few choice words that I need to make to the press while we are at it concerning a young man here also fighting for his life.

The entire family left the waiting area and went to the press room downstairs, Tim and Luther stood by their dad as did Benjamin by his father. Zion stood back not to overshadow the family but to support it.

Ben walked up to the podium; dear members of the press I wish that I was here in a more joyful occasion. Everybody knows earlier today my husband and partner in life Zachariah Spinelli was brought in here by air transport from the Z1 ranch. He suffered a massive debilitating heart attack and stroke. Thanks to the dedication and professionalism of the doctors at the Z1 and here at Hawthorne Memorial Medical Center in the cardiac care unit he is receiving the best treatment possible. I won't lie to you it is bad; the heart attack destroyed his heart and it is only operating it 21% of its original capacity. They are doing something brand-new here that is state-of-the-art and first of its kind. A very smart researcher and geneticists by the name of Dorian Sanders came up with a way to create new organs that are universal in nature, they are cultured from cells that are harvested from live donors that are pureblood Genmen.

When the organ is grown and ready for transplant the recipients DNA is infused into the organ, I don't know how but some way this brilliant young man who is a hybrid Genman created the process himself. I wish you were available to tell you more but at this time that's not an option. My husband will receive a newly formed heart through this process, because it is a direct match with his current body tissue there is no chance of rejection from what I understand. Dorian works for WRX corporation which is a biomedical research and development company. Thanks to him and others we now have options. I understand there's a host of things that can be done. We are not creating life from nothing so nothing is being cloned to make an artificial individual because brains cannot be copied, they also cannot be transplanted into a blank body if that's what somebody's wild mind of imagination wants to run to. This is not science fiction this is science fact; I would like to turn the conference over to Ed Hawthorne he knows more than I do. Please keep your prayers for my Zachariah.

Ed walked up to the podium, good morning members of the press a good friend of mine brought me some information one day of an article that he had read about a brilliant young man that was doing cutting-edge research and technology. The company was small and startup but what was transpiring was state-of-the-art, he needed help. The driving force behind WRX corporation in the biomedical research and development division was Dorian himself. I imagine if you saw him on the street, you would not recognize him because he didn't stick out, he is a big man no doubt he loves his wife their daughter and a son who is still yet to be born.

I took a look at the company and at my friend's suggestion who had invested into the company decided to take a deeper look. I met with Dorian and found him to be pleasant and very humble because he always gave someone else credit for everything. I bought the company and kept it under one of my non-descriptive holdings. Two weeks ago, right before the process public he was attacked and severely beaten, he suffered brain trauma and is now at the intensive care unit in Hawthorne Memorial Medical Center receiving treatment. His future is unknown but what he has given the world of himself is immeasurable. We are all praying for Dorian Sanders full recovery so that he may once again help everyone no matter who you are, and Mark my words those who are responsible for this horrendous act will not find a place low enough to hide from Retribution. Joining us today is Katherine and Andorra Sanders, we ask that you pray for their loved one's full recovery.

There are several people that are now able to do things that they were not able to do thanks to Dorian's brilliant mind. A collage athlete who lost his lower leg due to a speeder accident was given a new life when he was the recipient of a limb that was grown by this manner to replace is missing one. Not only does he walk again but he runs and plays his favorite sport, to see him you would not know that he has had a lower limb replacement. Because it is a duplicate of what he lost genetically and everything there is nothing but a small scar below the knee. He will not have any problems he will never reject it or anything because it is his leg.

One of the press media asked if Mrs. Sanders would like to speak to them?

Katherine was very at ease as he walked up to the podium. Thank you very much for your kindness, if my husband was able to speak at this time, he would also thank you. I like you was skeptical when he first told me what he did for a living, but after reading through his research notes the man that I met and fell in love with its brilliant. Though he may not ever speak again or even walk again the gift that he has given humanity will live on.

A member of the press walked up to the microphone; I personally do not feel this way but some may feel that your husband is playing a role that he should not? What do you have say, to the doubters of your husband's brilliance? I'll get to my point in this question after your answer.

To all of the naysayers and negative people all I can say is I hope that one day you will never need to take advantage of my husband's brilliance, because none of us know and next it might be you.

The reporter the microphone was speaking through trembling voice as she began to break, I along with my family owe your husband more than anyone can imagine if it were not for him his research and his brilliance my little brother would have never walked much less ran and played sports again. My brother Keith is the young man who Mr. Hawthorne was talking about, we have never divulged this before but it's time. I hope that whoever did this to your husband has a conscious and it makes them come forth and admit what they did. The Hobart family thanks you and your husband for his contribution. Thank you very much from the bottom of this reporter's heart. Reporter walked away together herself.

Dr. Wooten walked up to the microphone along with Dr. Rupert and three other doctors, at this time we would ask for your prayers for everyone involved. We are now going back to the surgical suite so that we can prep Mr. Spinelli for the beginning of a very intense and long surgery, we have every confidence that everything will be okay. Thank you for attending the conference here at Hawthorne Memorial Medical Center.

There were several of the news media that had a lot more questions. They asked Ed for a personal interview, if possible, when he and Carter along with Ms. Sanders were available.

The GBI were conducting simultaneously coordinated raids at personal homes and at Allied pharmaceuticals. They were not leaving anything to chance, first communications were jammed and then the power was cut at all locations that were amongst the raid. No one got away, Tony was front and center in the main raid at Allied.

Stanley Stromberg was let out in handcuffs as were the entire board members that were at the headquarters getting ready for their big announcements. Stromberg was so arrogant that papers still had the WRX logos on them that he had photocopied and passed out to other board members. Research paperwork was still under Dorian's name, lab notes that had been transposed still retained his signature. These people were going down and going down hard no matter what kind of lawyer they had. Assault with grave bodily injury and attempted murder charges were leveled on all members of the board connected with Stromberg. It was just a matter of time before someone broke and turned.

Ed got a text; hand in the cookie jar was all it said. He showed it to Carter who smiled.

Justice will prevail for Dorian, Responded Carter.

Tim asked Katherine if he could take Andorra to go sit with her father. He felt that they needed a visit. Katherine was delighted.

Tim and Andorra entered Dorian's room; Dorian managed a small smile for his daughter.

Okay little brother we have a lot to catch up on, and if anyone comes looking for trouble, they will have to come through me.

Dorian's mind was confused, he knew the man from somewhere and his face resembled someone he might know but he was older. He just stared at him blankly.

Father this is my uncle Tim; he is your older brother just like I said he was. He is very nice to me and to mother. If you need anything all you have to do is ask, I know you can speak if you try very hard.

Dorian was attempting to say something as the two of them leaned in; what happened?

Tim responded; you were attacked by a group of men and they hurt you.

Catch them Dorian questioned?

You relax and rest, it is a matter of time before all of those who did this to you will be brought to justice, you need to get better because Jeb is going to need his father to guide him and teach him right.

During drifted off to sleep.

Andorra was very happy and she hugged her uncle Tim's neck; mother is going be sad that she didn't hear father speak but she will also be glad that he did say something finely.

We can let him rest while we go down to the cafeteria and get some ice cream if you think your mother won't mind too much, I prefer chocolate Commented Tim.

I knew we were kin that's my favorite kind to replied Andorra.

The private interview was going very well, Katherine handled herself like a trooper. Ms. Sanders what does your family think about the attack on your husband was a question that one of the reporters asked?

I don't speak to my family, when I announced that I was pregnant with Andorra and they met Dorian for the first time, he told them what he was because he wanted no secrets they turned their back on us. And I never went near them again and they have never attempted to see our daughter. I know that there are still individuals out there those who prejudge because there too stupid and ignorant to learn that we are on this planet altogether and that these children are our future. The sheer brilliance of my husband and what he came up with is one of the most unselfish things that could've been accomplished by anyone. Human, Hybrid or Genman. When Andorra was told about everything, she asked what was she, her father told her that she was his most perfect creation an angel. And that's the way it is we are a family plain and simple.

The reporters thanked everyone involved for the interview and wished her best with her husband's recovery.

After the interview Ed, Carter and Katherine were headed back to the waiting area when they run into Tim and Andorra. Exactly where did you get that ice cream from young lady?

Andorra pointed up to Tim, uncle Tim got it for me after we visited father. He spoke to us today, so uncle Tim said that we could celebrate.

Who spoke questioned Katherine?

Tim cleared his throat; it wasn't much but it was a little and that means that the start. He went back to sleep afterwards. The first words were "what happened" and I briefly said that he was attacked by some bad people and then he questioned "catch them" as his second set of words then he drifted back to sleep. But it's a start it might not be much but it shows that his mind is able to function.

His doctors must be notified, this is so monumental Dorian spoke. Oh my gosh he spoke I can't believe it he spoke. The Dr. said that if he remembered anything it would be nothing short of a miracle, but my wonderful husband is proving them wrong. I have to go see him, excuse me but I've got to go see him.

Andorra will be with us in the waiting area replied Tim, go be with him.

Nothing could hold Katherine back, she needed to get to the ICU as soon as possible. She ran into the Dr. who was treating Dorian, did you hear him? They said he spoke.

I was coming to get you and yes, he did speak and it is on a video. We keep video surveillance for all of our patients in the ICU in case something happens. I know I didn't hold out much hope Mrs. Sanders that your husband has proved me wrong and for that I am so glad, I'm so sorry that I doubted you when you said he was a fighter. Let's go in together I need to see him to check him and I want you to be present.

When Katherine and the doctor entered the room Dorian seemed to light up and smiled at her, he attempted to speak but all that came out was love.

I love you too my big goofball, now you need to get better because we have a life to live. The Dr. needs to check you make sure everything is working.

There were still few synaptic responses to pressure from the physical exam. He was a little disappointed but still what he saw and heard.

During attempted to speak again; research cord trauma notes work and then he drifted back to sleep.

What is he mean by research cord trauma notes work questioned the doctor.

Doc, I wish I knew it doesn't make sense, maybe I jog a few memories but at least he speaking that means his brain is still working. I need to join my daughter. I'll be back.

Katherine returned to the waiting area where she joined the rest of the family members who were waiting for the transplant to start.

Okay what happened when you saw Dorian what did my baby brother say, did he say anything else questioned Tim.

As a matter of fact, he did he said love and smiled and then he said research cord trauma notes work. It doesn't make any sense to me.

Mom, would you think like father thinks; you know he always mixes words. Research notes for cord trauma, he's telling you to go to his job and find the notes that he's done on cord trauma.

I can't get to his research notes I don't have the clearance. Katherine looked at Ed, can you help?

I own the damn place so why not.

Ask for Joleen and tell her that I recommended her.

We can both use the speaker on the communicator replied Ed.

Ed dialed the switchboard at WRX Corp and Ed asked for Joleen in R&D he was put through.

The line was answered; R&D this is Joleen how can I help you?

Katherine spoke up, Joleen this is Katherine Sanders calling can you access my husband's work spinal cord trauma?

Give me just a second Katherine and I will attempt, so much of our files have been locked up since Dorian was attacked, Mr. Stromberg blocked a lot with passwords even we can't get into do our work, now that he's gone, I don't know what to do?

Joleen this is Ed Hawthorne here with Katherine it is vitally important that we get into those files for Dorian.

I'm sorry Mr. Hawthorne they're all locked up that piece of trash really did a number on us I'm so glad that he's gone. But how will we access the files?

Carter overheard the conversation; leave that to me everything that you need shortly Joleen and you will be back in business.

Ed looked at Carter; exactly what you going to do my dear?

Let's just say he's gonna tell everything he knows whether it's important or not by the time I'm through with him. Give me 15 minutes but I wouldn't put it on speaker if I was you my dear Ed it might not be fitting for small ears.

Carter arrived at the holding and interrogation area at GBI headquarters he went directly to Tony Cordell and explained the situation and how time was of the essence.

Not to involve anyone else Tony cleared the surveillance room and put the cameras on a constant loop. Carter; have at it I hope you get the information you need.

Carter left the area and went down to the interrogation room where a very smug Stanley Stromberg sat waiting.

Who the hell are you and where is my lawyer, I'm not tell you a damn thing Stanley announced.

Carter walked directly up to him and whispered something into his ear and it caused Stanley to jerk his head back. I need the codes to get into the computers in R&D will you give them to me and cooperate or do we have to make this fun.

Listen to me; you big goofy bastard I ain't giving you Muther fucking thing and you can't make me.

Carter reached down and grabbed a handful of Stanley's crotch. Not much to play with but it will do in a pinch. So how do you like it gently handled, squeezed or shall I just crush them.

You can't do this you cannot do that leave me alone you big Muther Fucker. I'm going to sue this Muther fucking place, I will own this damn place.

Carter began to clamp down on the testicles belonging to poor Stanley. Now I need a code, I do I need to get a little more persuasive with you.

A red-faced Stanley spat at Carter; I won't tell you nothing.

Then I guess you don't need these do you as he clamped even harder causing poor Stanley to have mind searing pain as his poor nuts were being crushed under the grip of Carter Hawthorne.

Stanley was now turned white in the face and sweating profusely. He was beginning to retch.

I can do this all day, now tell me what I need to know and I'll let you go if not the next few minutes will be mind numbing. But don't get yourself confused, I will get the information one way or the other. By the time I'm through you won't be worth anything in the bedroom and you will no longer be a real man. Stanley what is the code to Dorian Sanders R&D Files? Make it easy on yourself, you've already lost the battle but I am here for the war. I will defeat you; it is just a matter of time. I tell you what I'll let you go but the next time I will take one testicle at a time. I will crush the first one and if you don't answer I will crush the second one. And I will remove them in the most painful way possible, now speak up. Carter released his grip on the testicles belonging to Stanley Stromberg, the release of pressure caused Stanley to gasp for air.

Stanley gasped and gasped as his nuts begin to swell from the pressure that had been exerted on them by Carter's grip. SS47567 and that will open every file.

That was too easy Carter did not believe him; he told Ed to hold up before he entered any digits. You're a sorry piece of trash that's a self-destruct code; I warned you what would happen if you tried anything. Carter reached down and grabbed a single testicle and inserted all his strength on it as it ruptured causing Stanley to scream out in pain and then he started to heave and throwing up everything he had in his body.

There's one down and I have one to go tell me what I wish to know because I have just begun to start with the pain. Stanley; tell me what I need to know.

Stanley sobbed as he blurted out the next series of numbers 451345DS, that's the numbers please no more I can't take it, I need a doctor.

Did you get the numbers, 451345 DS. That will get you in because he does not wish for me to turn him inside out because that's where were going.

Joleen did you get those numbers of 451345 DS?

Entering them now Sir let's hope they work. Joleen entered the numbers as repeated and every locked and hidden file opened up. That did it Sir all files are open and accessible, which file do you need?

Look under spinal cord see if anything is under that heading. We need every bit of the research that Dorian has done concerning this matter.

Okay here it is, it talks about donor material from a genetic sibling preferably full blood and a chemical compound mixed together then it is placed into the recipient via intravenous drip over a 36-hour period. Does this help you at all because I have all the compound materials right here the only thing is we need a donor for whoever the recipient is.

Bring the chemical compound to Hawthorne Memorial upstairs to the surgical suite yourself and we will have the donor waiting.

It will take me about an hour to make all the computations, then a few minutes to get to where you're at please I hope this helps whoever needs it. The formulation is very complex and what it does to the recipient is nothing short of a miracle. Dorian has outdone himself this time, this is cutting edge the organs were one thing but this here is unbelievable. I'm starting now Sir.

Thank you, Joleen, and please print out a file copy of all of Dorian work we need a hard copy plus a backup and they need to be locked away in two different locations. Bring me the flash drive. Security will escort you here to the hospital and you will pick up another security detail at the hospital who will bring you upstairs to where you need to be.

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