Kicked Out I Unlocked My Ultimate Boss Mode novel Chapter 46

**Broken Doesn’t Mean End**
**By M. Kaushik**

**Chapter 46: Flushing Out the Rats**

Westin stood frozen, his complexion paling as the weight of the moment crashed down upon him. “Then… then Project Genesis…” he stammered, the tremor in his voice betraying the gravity of their predicament. The very thought of the project self-destructing sent a chill through the room, a catastrophic outcome that could obliterate everything they had worked tirelessly to build.

“What? You were aware that the program was set to self-destruct, and yet you still attempted to breach it?” Archie’s voice sliced through the tension, sharp and accusatory. It was as if he had been waiting for the perfect moment to unleash his pent-up frustration on Helen. “Why couldn’t you just wait? Let the professionals handle it?” His tone dripped with disdain, a condescending edge that implied her youth rendered her incapable of grasping the seriousness of the situation. “I told you, you don’t understand anything. You’re completely reckless!”

Helen, her fingers a blur over the keyboard, filled the tense silence of the control room with a rapid, rhythmic clicking. “You’re the so-called professional here, yet you didn’t even realize it was a trap,” she retorted, her voice unwavering amidst the chaos surrounding them.

The embarrassment of being challenged by someone so much younger ignited a furious blush in Archie’s cheeks, his indignation palpable. “So what if you detected the trap? You can’t possibly crack that kind of program! You’re more likely to bring about the destruction of Project Genesis than to save it!” His frustration was a tempest brewing in his chest, threatening to erupt.

“Just because you lack the ability doesn’t mean I do,” Helen shot back, her gaze steady as it locked onto his fiery glare. “If you can’t contribute positively, then step aside. You’re just wasting time.”

“You!” Archie’s fury was nearly tangible, his teeth grinding together as he struggled to contain his rage. A bitter laugh escaped his lips, a mix of disbelief and contempt. “Fine! I want to see just how capable you really are! I won’t stick around for this mess. If anything happens to Project Genesis, it’s all on you!”

With that, he yanked off his white lab coat in a fit of anger, tossing it to the ground like a discarded relic of his pride. He swiped his access card with a flourish, storming out of the control room, leaving behind a charged atmosphere thick with tension.

“The annoying ass is gone. Now, let’s get back to work,” Helen remarked, her expression remaining unfazed as she turned her attention back to the screen, determination etched across her features.

Yet, despite her calm demeanor, Westin’s brow furrowed with concern. “Can this program really be cracked?” His voice wavered, the weight of their predicament pressing heavily on him.

“Don’t worry,” Helen reassured him, a smile creeping onto her lips that was colder than the steel of the control room. “As it happens, flushing out little rats is my specialty.”

A flicker of intrigue danced in her cool eyes as she prepared to take decisive action. Her fingers glided over the keyboard, issuing commands with confidence. “Teams 1, 3, and 5, I’ll open a pathway for you. Your task is to sever all external connection channels at the core stage!”

As massive data networks unfurled across the main screen, Helen’s focus sharpened.

“Teams 2, 6, and 10, activate the cleaning program immediately.” She had set the framework in motion the previous night; now it was time for them to execute the plan.

Once she delegated the tasks, Helen’s fingers danced across the keyboard, pulling up another interface. Her eyes, now sharp and focused, glinted with determination. “Tracking team, follow my lead.”

Some of the professionals still seemed oblivious to the fact that it was Helen who had performed the emergency repairs just hours before. They couldn’t shake the notion that this young woman was too inexperienced to command their trust.

Yet, as Westin had just expressed his concerns, one of the team members hesitantly asked, “How do we track them?”

They had been laboring tirelessly for fourteen hours since the incident, yet they still had no means to trace the attackers.

Helen didn’t miss a beat. Her fingers continued their relentless dance over the keys as she patiently explained, “As long as it goes through the network, there are always traces left behind. By analyzing the pathway traces the other party has left, we can track them down.”

“How can it be that simple? The other party will undoubtedly erase all traces.” Doubt lurked in the voice of one of her colleagues, skepticism evident in his tone.

“It’s actually quite straightforward,” Helen replied, her confidence unwavering.

“Good. Now, let’s see what secrets this location is hiding.” Helen quickly pulled up another window, the cascading code forming an inverted triangle on the screen.

At this point, the usually proud and arrogant researchers were left in a state of astonishment, their jaws slack in disbelief.

The brilliance of her analytical pathways and the speed of her reverse engineering had transcended what they thought was humanly possible.

Especially impressive was her ability to operate, issue commands, and teach simultaneously.

When she explained complex concepts, the problems they had been grappling with for hours suddenly seemed trivial and surmountable.

Meanwhile, in a darkened space, the flickering glow of countless computer screens illuminated the faces of the team, each expression reflecting a mix of admiration and disbelief at the young woman leading them into the fray.

In the midst of the chaos, Helen emerged not just as a participant in Project Genesis, but as its beacon of hope. Her unwavering confidence and deft command of the situation turned the tide, transforming skepticism into respect. The tension that once filled the control room began to dissipate, replaced by a newfound camaraderie as her colleagues rallied around her. Each keystroke she executed was not merely a technical maneuver; it was a testament to her resilience and capability, proving that even in the face of doubt, true strength lies in unwavering determination. As the tracking team zeroed in on their target, the atmosphere shifted from one of despair to exhilaration, igniting a spark of unity among the once-fractured group.

In this pivotal moment, Helen not only salvaged Project Genesis but also reclaimed her own narrative, redefining what it meant to be a leader. The shadows of doubt that had loomed over her began to lift, revealing a path forward marked by collaboration and mutual respect. Her ability to navigate the complexities of the crisis with grace and intelligence inspired her colleagues, reminding them that being “broken” does not equate to being defeated. Instead, it can serve as the catalyst for transformation and growth. As the team prepared to confront the challenges ahead, they stood not just as individuals but as a cohesive force, ready to protect what they had built together.

**What to Expect in the Next Chapter?**
In the upcoming chapter, the tension within the control room is set to escalate as Helen’s bold maneuvers draw the attention of not just her colleagues but also the unseen enemies lurking in the shadows. With Project Genesis hanging in the balance, the stakes will be raised higher than ever as Helen’s confidence is put to the ultimate test. Will her rapid-fire commands and innovative strategies be enough to outsmart the mysterious attackers, or will they find a way to counter her efforts just as she begins to gain ground? The clock is ticking, and every second counts as the fate of their work teeters on the brink of destruction.

As the tracking team closes in on their target, readers can expect a thrilling race against time filled with unexpected twists and revelations. The dynamics between Helen and her colleagues will shift further, challenging the perceptions of those who doubted her abilities. With Archie’s departure still fresh in the air, will he return just in time to witness Helen’s moment of triumph, or will he find himself regretting his hasty exit? As alliances are tested and true loyalties revealed, the next chapter promises to delve deeper into the characters’ motivations, setting the stage for a showdown that could determine not only the future of Project Genesis but also the relationships forged within its walls.