Karl's mind raced with a mixture of frustration and determination. He couldn't afford to return to the town empty-handed, his failure magnified by the loss of his team.
The weight of his past mission bore heavily on his shoulders, knowing that he had allowed Eva to slip through his fingers. Now, the only option left was to bring Xylon back, a small glimmer of hope amidst the wreckage of his plans.
When Karl received the order to bring Eva back to the council, a whirlwind of conflicting emotions consumed him.
The girl held a special place in his heart, a connection that ran deeper than he could fully comprehend. She was more than just a mission to him; she was a person he cared for deeply, a person he couldn't bear to see hurt.
Yet, his loyalty to the council and his unwavering sense of duty pushed him to be relentless in his pursuit.