Chapter 64: The Battle Begins

The first light of dawn was just beginning to stretch across the sky when Alex and his allies stood ready at the edge of their camp. The crisp morning air was filled with anticipation and the unmistakable scent of coming battle. A stillness settled over the forest, the kind that comes just before the storm. Everyone knew what was at stake, and the gravity of their mission weighed heavily on each of their shoulders.

Alex stood at the forefront, his eyes scanning the horizon for any signs of movement. He was dressed in his armor, its polished surface gleaming faintly in the early light. Beside him, Marcus and Sara prepared their weapons, their faces a mix of determination and resolve. The tension in the air was palpable, a silent reminder of the battle that awaited them.