Unknown Gate

When Lane arrived at the garage, people already started gathering, getting ready to depart. They moved in an organized way, checking all the weapons and equipment, and dividing into teams based on their abilities and ranks. However, they completely lacked enthusiasm - judging by the expressions of some of them, one might think they were being sentenced to death!

…Which, considering all the past experiences, especially the last dungeon break, might not have been that far from the truth.

Of course, Lane didn't share their sentiments. Still, not wanting to appear odd, he suppressed his smile, as he approached the person in charge.

"Good evening, Sir. I am here to join the emergency dispatch."

The operation leader looked Lane up and down. "What's your ability and rank?"

"A Guide, A-rank." Lane flashed his badge.

"Alright. You'll be under Phoebe Dean. That's the Guide over there," the operation leader pointed at a woman in her forties.