90: Mission Target

As the seconds ticked by, the eerie silence that followed the demise of Mia and Alex was broken by a subtle shift in the atmosphere. A palpable tension hung in the air, like the calm before a tempestuous storm, as a sense of anticipation settled upon the scene. The once desolate landscape began to stir, its lifeless facade morphing into an ominous stage for a new act of this unfolding drama.

From the shadows, the first monster emerged.

As the creature's monstrous presence loomed large, Evan could feel the primal surge of adrenaline coursing through his veins. His grip on the sword tightened, his knuckles turning white as he steeled himself for the imminent clash. The weight of the blade in his hand offered a sliver of reassurance, its familiar touch serving as a reminder of the resolve that burned within him.