Mike arrived at the academy building with his belongings at about noon. Walking inside he approached the receptionist.
“My name is Mike. I am here for the two week training session,” he said. The receptionist looked up and smiled at him. She quickly checked her computer and found Mike's reservation.
“Of course, Mike. We have your room ready. However, your introductory training session will start in about fifteen minutes. If you would like, I can have your bags taken to your room so you can head to your session.”
“That would be great. Thank you.” Mike replied. Handing his suitcase to a staff member, he followed a young women down the hall. Soon they arrive at a small room with a few chairs, headphones and a large TV screen.
“Today is just an introduction session. We have all of our clients watch a video that outlines what will be expected of them in the training sessions.” The receptionist replied noticing his confusion.
Mike thanked the guide for her help as he took a seat and slipped on the headphones The lights turned off and the young employee left the room, closing the door behind her. There was a quiet hiss throughout the room, but Mike couldn’t hear it through his headphones. Credits began to appear on the screen, but Mike felt odd. It felt hard to think. With each breath he seemed to relax even more. Suddenly the video started, flashes of lights spiraling across the screen. Flickering text could be seen, so quick Mike was unable to read it. Mike felt his mind slipping. It was so easy to relax. Just breath and relax.
Relaxing was comfortable and easy. No need to think. Empty your mind.
You are a good boy. Just relax and obey.
Suddenly the screen turned black and the lights faded on but Mike simply sat there with the same blank, obedient look on his face.
The door then creaked open and in stepped...