The moon hung high in the night sky, casting a silvery glow over the settlement. The air was thick with tension as Alex paced the command center, his mind racing with plans and contingencies. The task force had been assembled, the reconnaissance teams briefed, and every possible angle of their strategy considered. Yet, a nagging sense of unease lingered in his chest.
Sara entered the room, her expression one of quiet determination. "Everything is set, Alex. The teams are ready to move out at first light."
Alex nodded, his thoughts momentarily interrupted. "Good. We can't afford any mistakes. The Shadow has eluded us for too long. We need to find their base and put an end to this once and for all."
Sara placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "We'll get them, Alex. We're prepared for this."