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"This way," one of the guides whispered, leading them towards another passage.

The group followed, their movements careful and quiet. As they navigated the hidden pathways, Wei Lin felt a surge of determination. The stronghold was within their reach, and with it, a chance to strike a significant blow against the Covenant.

They approached a large, metal grate covering a ventilation shaft. Mara inspected it closely, nodding in approval. "This leads directly into the lower levels of the stronghold. We can use it to bypass the main defenses."

With careful precision, they removed the grate and slipped inside. The shaft was narrow and dark, but it provided the cover they needed. They moved through it silently, emerging in a dimly lit corridor deep within the stronghold.