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The medical monitoring equipment attached to his frame adds complexity to transportation requirements while providinglife support functions that cannot be interrupted without immediate consequences.

"You're exhausted and weak," he protests with concern that prioritizes my welfare over his own extraction and survival requirements. "This isn't safe for you."

His objection carries genuine worry despite obvious desperation for escape and pack reunion. Alpha protective instinct operates despite physical limitations and medical compromise that should prioritize personal preservation over Omega safety.

Laughter bubbles from my throat with genuine amusement at his tactical assessment and protective concern despite circumstances that should eliminate such considerations.

"You think I was falling into unconsciousness and weakness for nothing?" I counter with satisfaction at successful deception and strategic misdirection. "Best to leave the survival struggling to the men to handle while I conserve enough strength to carry your ass to where we need to be."

Understanding dawns across his features as recognition crystallizes regarding deliberate performance and tactical planning that served specific objectives beyond simple designation response or physical limitation.

The apparent vulnerability and periodic collapses had provided cover for energy conservation and strength preservation, allowing my Alphas to feel needed while maintaining capability for circumstances that required individual action and comprehensive responsibility.

"You've been planning this," he observes with admiration that acknowledges strategic intelligence and analytical capability despite emotional investment and personal risk.

"From the moment I realized someone was missing," I confirm while adjusting positioning for optimal weightdistribution and mechanical advantage during transportation phases.

The basement chamber provides limited space for maneuvering, technological equipment creating obstacles that require careful navigation and spatial awareness. Medical monitors attached to his wheelchair must be disconnected without compromising vital functions or triggering automated medical intervention.

"The others don't know about this level," he states with concern that acknowledges pack dynamics and potential complications arising from incomplete information and tactical surprise.

"They will soon enough," I respond with confidence that encompasses both revelation and acceptance of expanded pack formation despite initial resistance or territorial challenge.

The monitoring screens display vital signs that reflect mounting excitement and emotional response to unfolding circumstances. His heart rate increases with anticipation while blood pressure stabilizes at levels suggesting renewed hope and psychological reinforcement.

Disconnecting medical equipment requires careful sequencing and technical knowledge that transcends simple unplugging or mechanical separation. Each device serves specific monitoring function while providing life support assistance that cannot be interrupted without immediate replacement or alternative intervention.

"The portable units will sustain basic functions," I explain while transferring monitoring capability from stationary equipment to mobile alternatives designed for emergency transport and field medicine. "But we need to move quickly before power reserves deplete."

Time limitations add urgency to technical challenges while countdown timer continues marking temporal pressure andadministrative deadline for successful completion or systematic failure.

Physical positioning proves more complex than initial assessment suggested. His body lacks muscle tone and structural integrity required for standard piggyback transportation, requiring modifications and additional support to prevent injury during movement and navigation phases.

"Your arms around my shoulders," I instruct while crouching to optimal height for weight transfer and mechanical leverage. "Legs around my waist as much as possible for stability and balance."

The contact proves surprisingly comfortable despite obvious weight differential and physical limitations. His diminished body mass eliminates strain that might otherwise prove insurmountable while enhanced Omega strength provides capability that exceeds normal parameters for sustained carrying and transportation requirements.

"I can't believe this is really happening," he whispers with wonder that speaks to renewed hope and comprehensive relief at circumstances that transcended previous resignation and institutional acceptance.

"Believe it," I respond with conviction while testing balance and stability during initial movement and positioning adjustment. "We're getting out of here together."

The elevator mechanism responds to activation protocols with smooth efficiency, platform rising toward main level and corridor access where pack reunion awaits alongside tactical challenges that accompany expanded formation and territorial integration.

"What will you tell them?" he asks with concern that acknowledges pack dynamics and potential complications arising from surprise addition and comprehensive revelation about institutional secrets and administrative objectives.

"The truth," I respond with characteristic directness despite obvious complications and diplomatic challenges that await explanation and acceptance phases. "That I found what we missed the first time."

Understanding flows regarding the fundamental nature of pack formation and territorial claiming that transcends simple mathematical requirements or administrative regulations. Five Alphas and one Omega creating unity that serves mutual protection and comprehensive support rather than institutional entertainment or commercial exploitation.

The ascent continues with mechanical precision while time pressure builds toward critical parameters and deadline enforcement. Above us, pack members await reunion while unaware of circumstances that require rapid adaptation and emotional acceptance of expanded hierarchy and territorial responsibility.

"They might not accept me immediately," he observes with realistic assessment that acknowledges territorial instincts and pack protection that prioritizes established relationships over external additions or expansion possibilities.

"They will," I counter with absolute certainty that encompasses both prediction and determination to ensure positive outcome despite initial resistance or complicated adjustment periods.

The platform reaches main level with final mechanical engagement, panels sliding apart to reveal mirrored corridor and approaching deadline that demands immediate action and comprehensive resolution.

Carrying him through institutional architecture proves more manageable than anticipated despite distance requirements and time limitations. His reduced weight combines with renewed determination to create sustainable transportation that servesextraction objectives while maintaining safety parameters for both participants.