Supreme Paragon Reborn: Humanity’s Rise To Galactic Supremacy

"Wait a moment! Wait a goddamn moment!" Enzo scrambled in panic.

"Despite how it may look, I'm actually a p—pure man!" He retorted. "I refuse to let my first experience of intimacy be with a soulless piece of metal!"

With a warm chuckle, Richard got up and gently patted Enzo on the shoulder.

"Don't worry… It's fine. I assure you we all know that you don't have experience in such matters." Richard said, immediately erupting into laughter.

"Is that how you are going to reassure me?!" Enzo clearly didn't like the joke.

With a sigh, Michael glanced at Enzo.

"Listen, you don't have to get intimate with the android. Just willingly drop your guard in front of it. In theory, it should capture you like the rest. There are several reports of Masters going missing after all. Still, if you're not comfortable with the plan, we're not going to force you."

In bewilderment Enzo glanced at the crew. It wasn't every day that he was being looked at with anticipation. Even if he didn't want to admit it, this was his chance to prove himself.

"Okay, I will do it." Enzo said, strengthening his resolve. "However, I have one condition. And it's non-negotiable!"

"That is fine." Michael nodded. "What do you want?"

Enzo's face slowly grew red as he shifted his gaze to the side.

"I don't want Amelia to hear a thing about this!" Enzo proclaimed, glad that she wasn't with them.

"..."

Everybody stared at Enzo in awe.

"Wow…" Ava mumbled. "That is certainly a unique way to announce that the two of you are dating. When did it start officially?"

"HUH?!" Enzo's face went even redder.

"It's not that! I just don't want to give her more ammunition to mock me with later!"

Richard arched an eyebrow. "You mean about being a virgin or about spending a night with an android escort?"

"BOTH!"

Needless to say, the rest of the meeting passed swiftly as the crew discussed the finer details of the plan. In theory everything should proceed smoothly.

Enzo would willingly let himself be captured. Keeping an eye on him, his teammates would ensure his safety while simultaneously following where the android was going to bring his body.

Of course Michael planned to use Bypasser if he got the chance in order to learn as much as possible about the AI uprising. Though he doubted a simple robot would have access to the information he desired.

After waking up, they discussed the plan once more before Enzo made the call.

"Hello, this is Recovery Souls. Is there a particular reason for your call?" A woman's voice sounded from the other side.

"Y—Yes, would it be possible to request a partner?" Enzo stuttered.

"Certainly, male or female?"

"F—Female!" Enzo practically shouted, barely managing to get his bearings under control.

Observing from the side, Richard had to put his hands over his mouth, barely containing his laughter.

"Are we going to be fine?" Leo muttered in concern.

"Probably…" Ava answered, not being so sure herself.

Regardless, Enzo was committed to the plan, so they weren't about to change it now.

Several hours passed in a flash, the hour of truth finally arriving.

Despite not having any reason to worry, Enzo's body was already drenched in sweat, his heart beating irregularly.

'There is no need to worry!' He reassured himself.

However, the moment a soft knock came over the door of the hotel room, it was like all of his preparation went out of the window.

[It's my pleasure to make ourselves an acquaintance.]

The charming android bowed before smiling warmly.

[I have arrived at your request.]

"Y—Yes, please don't hesitate to enter." Enzo stuttered terribly as he invited her.

[Master's room of residence looks so comfortable.]

The android exclaimed in an attempt to alleviate some of Enzo's worry.

'Fuck it! Just go with the flow.'

"Thank you." Enzo said before awkwardly bumping into the nightstand, causing a vase to fall and shatter on impact.

"Oh goodness, that is surely going to cost a penny." Crouching with his back to the android, Enzo feigned regret, awaiting for the robot to act.

There was a possibility that this was just a standard android escort, so Enzo needed to confirm whether they'd found their target.

A few seconds passed, as if nothing was going to happen. Until abruptly a shadow crept behind Enzo, the eyes of the android shining crimson.

Using a syringe made of special material capable of piercing even a Master's skin, the robot injected Enzo with the sleeping serum.

'It's up to you now, rival.' Enzo thought, collapsing on the spot.

Discreetly observing from the wardrobe, Michael recognized the liquid Enzo was injected with as nothing more than a harmless sleep serum.

[No abnormalities detected... Cognitive function, immune system, and fertility markers are all in acceptable parameters.]

The android analyzed its victim, concluding that Enzo was suitable for whatever they needed him for.

'So what happens now?' Michael wondered, curious how the robot was going to transport Enzo's body without attracting attention.

His answer came a few minutes later, another knock coming from beyond the door.

Without hesitation the female android opened it, revealing another robot, this one with a male appearance.

[Status?]

The male android asked.

[Everything went smoothly. Proceed with the transportation. I am going to search for more victims. We can't afford to waste time.]

The woman android said, leaving the scene of the crime.

Wordlessly, the male android entered the room, pushing an empty food tray in front of it. Gently lifting Enzo's body, it placed him into the lower compartment. The white cloth placed on the top draped over the body, concealing it perfectly. The robot continued pushing the tray of food as if nothing was out of the ordinary.

'It's not surprising that they have yet to catch them. Especially with the aliens draining the human resources.' Michael mused, exiting out of the wardrobe.

Immediately he contacted Richard.

"Boss? How did it go?"

Nonchalantly, Michael answered. "The android that came to see Enzo is indeed one of the abductors. Capture it at all costs. I recommend breaking its limbs to limit its movement. If that isn't possible, dispose of it altogether."

"Roger, what about you?"

With a chuckle, Michael began to trail behind the robot transporting Enzo.

"I am about to learn where all the disappeared people went..."