Kings and Crowns: A Dystopian Thriller (Age of End Book 2) Read Online Free PDF

first wall!” He threw his arms up in triumph. The crowd cheered.
    “The wall has not fallen in over a hundred years. They said it was impossible. They said our efforts were hopeless. But yesterday, we proved them wrong. We’ve destroyed their first wall, damaged the second, and the third is within reach! Greene can hide in the Spire, but soon he will have to answer for his crimes. We will break in, free our loved ones, and stop Greene’s reign!” The crowd cheered even louder.
    Vince watched the charisma ooze from his skin. He had complete control of his audience.
    “But our small victory does not mean we’re done. It means the very opposite. We must fight harder while our enemy is hurt. Attack again while his defenses are scattered. It will be swift. It will be strong. It will strike fear into Greene’s soul! I assure you all, victory is close. I can see it, and I know you can too. Now we just have to take it!”
    The crowd broke out screaming. “Hedcrown! Hedcrown! Hedcrown!” Simon paced around with his arms up as the people called his name.
    Alan stared at the close-up on the monitor. “Man, they really love this guy. They’d do anything for him.”
    Ella looked over. “That’s the problem. With the right leader they could do so much, but instead, they follow a man who promises false hope.”
    When the crowd was quiet again, Simon continued. “I would now like to introduce you to two very important people. They joined our cause just yesterday. Vince, Saul, please come up on stage.”
    Vince and Saul stepped up. From here they could see the massive crowd. It was even larger than it sounded. Saul leaned over to Vince. “There are so many of them,” he whispered.
    “No need to whisper,” Simon chuckled. “They can’t hear you. I’ve got the microphone. Of course, when I’m done I’ll hand it over if you want to say something.” He raised the microphone back up to his lips. “These two gentlemen are very important. They come from—”
    The hanging monitors cut to static. Simon stopped to see what was wrong. A curious mumble hummed from the crowd. Simon began to walk off stage, but the monitors flashed back on. They no longer displayed images of the stage. Instead, a close-up of a well-groomed man appeared. He wore a fitted suit with matching pants. His smile was both charming and infectious. The crowd heckled and yelled at his appearance.
    “Greetings citizens,” he said in a cheery voice, “This is Victor Greene, here to bring you some important news. I am proud to announce that, for the very first time in City history, we have visitors from the outside. This is a big event. It is something that will go down in the history books.”
    The crowd’s disapproval grew louder. The monitor switched to the image of Vince and Saul standing on the stage, and then back to Greene.
    “These two gentlemen, Vince Vigo and Saul Shepherd, are part of our research program. Volunteers from our vitality sector. Outliving their natural lifespan by over a hundred years, these two are shining examples of successful research subjects. They have come all this way to promote our thriving research program.”
    A roar of hate scattered amongst the people. They began throwing things on stage.
    “With role model subjects like Vince and Saul, we are excited to pursue more opportunities, discover new possibilities, and make the world a better place. I would like to thank Vince and Saul for their participation and willingness to cooperate, and I personally welcome them to come visit us at the Spire. They have journeyed a long way, so be sure to welcome our new visitors. They are the pride of the Spire. This is Victor Greene. Have a wonderful day.” The monitor cut to static and back to the stage.
    Simon turned his back to the audience. “No! That bastard ruined everything!”
    The crowd booed and hissed at the stage. Rocks and garbage came flying up. From the middle of the crowd, a voice screamed, “Get them! Kill