Chapter 98 : Cornered

Caden's boots pounded on the outpost's metallic floor as he sprinted to the nearby holotable. The table activated, revealing a 3D representation of the mountainous tundra region. An expanse of blue, representing the icy terrain, stretched out, interspersed with markers of outposts and specific landmarks. But most notably, the Crown Citadel gleamed brightly in the center.

Hovering his fingers over the table, Caden quickly manipulated the display, zooming in to gauge the distance and potential routes. The pathways seemed numerous, but with the moving barrier, many of those would soon be cut off.

The soft hum of the holotable and the distant sounds of ongoing skirmishes filled the air. His focus was laser-sharp, absorbing every detail, calculating the best route to the Citadel.