Christopher Knight was born in Brooklyn, New York, USA and was the only child of John And Cynthia Knight. His father, John, was a mechanical engineer and his mother, Cynthia was a secretary. John and Cynthia had given their child all the love a child could need, and more.
Chris had always been a person that had been able to "fly beneath the radar" - a quality highly desired in his current line of work. As a youngster he had always gotten good grades in school, but was never identified as an academic all-star. His teachers knew that he was in their class, but they seldom remembered much about him. They often needed to refer to their grading books to form an opinion of him, an opinion which was based solely on his class work. In fact, when he was applying to high schools, a teacher expressed surprise when his parents mentioned that he was applying to one of New York City's most prestigious high schools. However, the teacher quickly changed her tune after seeing Chris' grades and his high school admissions test score.
Chris always had friends, but was never known as one of the popular kids. However, he did have a knack for getting along with everyone - from the brightest kid in class to the classroom bully. Those few he considered close friends, were loyal and dependable. He was never a ladies man, but he had managed to have a few girlfriends in both high school and college.
Upon completion of college, with a degree in computer science and $60,000 of college loan debt, Chris was desperate for work. While attending a job fair, days before his college graduation ceremony, he made contact with his current employer, the National Security Agency, otherwise known as the NSA.
The NSA is a United States intelligence agency which specializes in the collection and analysis of signals intelligence (SIGINT). Signals intelligence is simply valuable information which can be gleaned from the analysis of data collected from ALL forms of electronic communications. In order for this agency to perform its job effectively, it maintains the ability to intercept and store radio, television, telephone, and computer data from around the world.
Chris immediately knew the NSA would be a perfect fit for him. They offered a nice starting salary, the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, and would pay off all of his college debt if he committed to work for them for a period of five years. However, he was informed that the becoming a member of the NSA would require a lengthy approval process which would require both rigorous physical and academic training. Chris always loved a challenge and signed up without a second thought.
Upon successfully completing his initial training, Chris was assigned to a computer company in New York City, US Technologies, which acted as a cover for the NSA. To the outside world, the company produced business-related software which was utilized by companies and governments around the world. To members of the NSA working there, their software was instrumental in obtaining data vital to American national security.
For the first few years, Chris worked exclusively from the office. However, after having proven himself, he started being sent into the field to work directly with "clients". While in the field Chris would typically install, upgrade or troubleshoot software problems. Every time he performed such duties, it was for the purpose of surreptitiously obtaining data from a client or its customers. It was a dirty business, but one that all industrialized nations of the Earth engaged in.
Ring-ring, ring-ring! Chris was startled from his sleep by the sound of a ringing bell. Still drowsy, Chris checked his alarm clock. He saw that it read 5 AM, an hour before his scheduled work wake-up time. Chris then quickly realized that the ringing he heard was from his cellphone. He quickly answered it.
"Good morning," answered Chris in a raspy voice.
"Good morning Chris - it's me, Olga!"
Chris immediately sat up in bed and all traces of drowsiness left him. "How are you my dear? I would imagine you received my text? I miss you so much."
"I am fine honey, I miss you as well, " Olga said tenderly. "I know it's early for you, but I was wondering if now might be a good time to try out the toys I purchased for us?"
Chris leaped for joy inside, but unsuccessfully tried to not sound overly enthusiastic, "SURE...uhhhhh - just give me a few minutes to get set up on my side."
"Sure honey, I am all set here. I set myself up shortly after receiving your text. I've been waiting for this moment for hours. I need you so badly," said Olga hungrily.
"Excuse me Olga, but speaking to me in that fashion is very distracting - I'll be done in a moment," said Chris with a smile in his voice.
Three minutes passed and Chris proudly announced, "Finished!"
"Great baby!" announced Olga happily."I think we should do one more thing darling. We need to establish a Skype session. That way we can see and talk to one another."
"Great idea Olga!" Chris exclaimed." Let's exchange information."
