God Told Me To

In a shocking outbreak of violence in New York City, a gunman stationed atop a water tower opens fire on a crowd below. The tragic incident results in the death of 15 innocent lives, leaving the city in a state of mourning and disbelief.

Peter Nicholas, a dedicated NYPD detective, bravely ascends the water tower in hopes of confronting the shooter. Upon reaching the top, he is confronted by the gunman's chilling proclamation, *'God told me,'* which echoes in his mind after the shooter takes his own life.

Following the initial tragedy, a sequence of horrifying murders begins to plague the city. Each perpetrator claims that divine intervention compelled them to commit their heinous acts, creating a disturbing pattern that captures Nicholas's investigative focus.

A horrific mass stabbing occurs in a local supermarket, contributing to the growing chaos. The assailant claims to have been guided by a higher power, further entwining the disturbing thread linking these violent acts.

During a festive St. Patrick's Day parade, an officer exhibits a violent outburst, shocking attendees. This incident adds to the series of murder cases under investigation, with witnesses commenting on the influence of divine instruction behind the attack.

As Nicholas delves deeper into the investigations, he uncovers the shadowy figure of Bernard Phillips. Phillips appears to be intricately linked to the series of murders, prompting Nicholas to pursue him further.

Nicholas visits Bernard Phillips’ home, where he is unexpectedly met by an armed figure—Phillips' mother. In a tragic turn of events, she dies from a fall, raising further questions about the chaotic web of violence surrounding her son.

The NYPD hierarchy, wary of Nicholas's theories involving religious influences, decides to suspend him from the ongoing investigations. Undeterred, he takes his findings to the media, igniting widespread fear and panic among the city's residents.

In a brutal display of violence, a corrupt officer meets his demise at the hands of a gangster named Zero. While framed as another murder motivated by divine inspiration, Nicholas immediately suspects a cover-up is at play.

An assassination attempt on Nicholas's life unfolds when a cultist tries to push him onto an oncoming subway train. Surviving the incident, Nicholas forces the follower to lead him to Phillips' hidden lair under the city.

Nicholas eventually confronts Phillips, leading to a chilling revelation about their shared connection as products of supernatural birth. Phillips expresses his desire to create a new species, but Nicholas rejects his proposition.

In a shocking encounter, Nicholas learns from an elderly woman claiming to be his birth mother that he was conceived by an extraterrestrial force. This revelation profoundly impacts Nicholas's understanding of his identity and abilities.

Using the powers he gained from his extraordinary lineage, Nicholas confronts and defeats Zero, eliminating a significant threat in his pursuit of truth and justice. This marks a pivotal moment in his tumultuous journey.

After the climactic events, Nicholas is arrested for the murder of Bernard Phillips. During his court appearance, he infamously claims, *'God told me to,'* unsettling the authorities and leading to his confinement in a psychiatric hospital.

Nicholas is finally confined to the Matteawan State Hospital for the Criminally Insane, marking a new and uncertain chapter in his life. His journey intertwines faith, violence, and existential questions about destiny and divine will.