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As Brenner considered his options, Leena saw a glimmer of hope. "You know you can't trust them," she said, her voice weak. "The Supreme Leaders will use you and then discard you like trash. Is that what you really want?"

Brenner hesitated for a moment. He had always wanted power and recognition, but he couldn't deny the truth of Leena's words. The Supreme Leaders were notorious for their cruelty and treachery. He knew he had to make a decision, and make it fast.

Finally, Brenner reached down and grabbed Leena by the arm. "You

Leena couldn't believe what she was hearing. She had never imagined that Brenner would betray the Supreme Leaders like this. Despite her pain and exhaustion, she managed a small smile.

"I knew you had a heart, Brenner," she said softly. "I'd be honored to fight by your side once again."

Brenner nodded, a determined look on his face. "We have to move quickly," he said. "The prisoners won't last long in that hellish place."