Chapter 108: The Betrayal Unveiled

The battle at the rail yards had been fought at a staggering cost. 

As twilight yielded to a cold, unyielding night, the makeshift command post became a haven for weary fighters nursing their wounds and shattered hopes in the uneasy lull following the enemy's assault.

 Emily's secure device vibrated with an encrypted message—a summons from Director Corbin, the revered leader of the Continuum. 

His message was terse and urgent: "Report immediately to the central safe house. All truths will be revealed."

Emily's pulse quickened. She exchanged a grave look with Lena and Jared. 

Despite Lena's persistent mistrust of outsiders—and even of Hale—the trio had come to rely on Corbin's steady leadership. 

Now, with war raging on every front, they could ill afford another delay gathering what little gear they had.