Chapter 1

It was a cold October Monday when Nevel made the announcement, "I am Nevel, supreme ruler of the world. Bow to me, citizens, as I seize control of your worthless, pathetic lives!"

Overlord Corporation's military contacts took over the Army, Air force and Navy within moments. The communications arm of the network seized control of personal watches, reporting people's personal information to the newest arm at Overlord, the Secret Arm. This agency was a sector of secret police designed for 'urban pacification' prepared to fight insurgencies. The monetary arm of Overlord put a halt to free trade.

For two minutes, Nevel clamped down on America with all his power.

Nothing changed.

Sure, people across the nation had to take down the American flag and put up one shaped like his head, but nothing important changed. He already ruled everything important. Well, almost everything.

There was one business; "Sweet Girl Delivery" that refused to give in whatsoever. Though fifteen percent of the calls to the building were from people who thought it was an escort service, it was still quite a successful business. The prices were reasonable, and the service was friendly. The business was very popular, and everyone who actually used it came away satisfied. Whether delivering a heart of chocolates on Valentine's Day, or an anniversary present six months late, Sweet Girl Deliveries was one of the top rated service industry businesses in the Seattle area. The primary reason it was a success was due to its intelligent C.E.O.

And Carly Shay declared that as long as she was C.E.O., Sweet Girl Delivery would never bow to Nevel or his corporation. She assembled her crew, approximately one hundred and twenty people, and announced her stand. Seven people walked out.

The rest stood by her. Each of them would come to regret it.

Nevel would never give up his hold on something he considered his, ever.