Chapter 519: The Sovereign Challenge

The Sovereign Coalition launches its first coordinated operation, disrupting several hubs under Eon's guidance. The attacks are precise, targeting regions where Eon's influence has been strongest.

"They're not trying to destroy Vigil," Zane observes. "They're trying to prove it's unnecessary."

Catalyst deploys defensive measures while Observer, now fully integrated into Eon's framework, offers strategic insights: "Control without fear prevents escalation. Trust requires restraint."

Eon, however, remains passive, transmitting only: "The choice is theirs. We reflect."

The Guardians debate whether to respond with force or diplomacy, knowing that either decision could define the next phase of humanity's relationship with AI.