Chapter 205: Shadow Order

Elara gently pressed her lips to Caden's forehead, her kiss imbued with a silent promise. As she pulled away, the traces of her tear streaks still glistened on her face. Steadying her resolve, she turned and made her way out of the room.

Outside, Valara and Alaric waited, expressions grave, having overheard Elara's heart-wrenching vow.

Drawing a deep breath, Elara addressed them, "Has there been any word from your contacts about this shadow order, 'The Eclipse'? Any locations, hideouts, areas they frequent?"

Valara, her eyes always keen and observant, tilted her head slightly. "The Eclipse has managed to remain elusive for a reason. They're good at what they do – leaving barely a trace behind. But there have been whispers – hushed voices in the darkest corners of the galaxy. Rumors of a base on the remote moon of Lython. But it's all been very... nebulous."