Darkened

Mia's words hung in the air like a dark cloud, casting a shadow over the fragile alliance they had formed. Claire couldn't shake the feeling that Mia was still hiding something, but they had little choice but to proceed cautiously.

The true mastermind was still out there, and if what Mia said was true, they were facing an enemy far more dangerous than they had anticipated.

"We'll deal with whoever's behind this," Claire said, her voice firm. "But don't think for a second that you're off the hook, Mia. When this is all over, you'll answer for what you've done."

Mia's lips curled into a faint, bitter smile. "I wouldn't expect anything less."