The Admission

The tension in the chamber was palpable as Capricorn stood in the center, his silhouette framed by the dim lighting, making him appear even more vulnerable. As he began to speak, his voice wavered slightly, the weight of his guilt evident in every word.

"It was my responsibility to protect the Phants," he began, pausing for a moment as memories of the vibrant civilization flooded his mind. "But I failed them. I should have foreseen the tragedy that would befall them. I should have acted sooner. The death and destruction that occurred are on my shoulders."

Negative Recon, watching intently, raised an eyebrow but stayed silent. Leo's eyes, however, flashed with a mix of anger and sadness. Sagittarius had a thoughtful expression, while Gemini and Pisces exchanged worried glances.