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"Admiral!" they exclaim, gathering around the man in the expansive room, resembling more of a colossal hangar. Admiral Finn meets their gazes with a mix of pride and relief.

Admiral Finn welcomes the remaining members of the Destroyer into the fold, one by one, as they enter with weapons in hand.

"I'm glad to see you all made it," he remarks, his eyes scanning their determined faces.

"We aren't easy to get rid of, sir!" one of them declares, earning a nod of approval. Such resilience embodies the spirit of the Black Wolf unit—they will never give up, no matter the odds.

"Admiral Finn, it's an honor to meet you!" a man steps forward, extending his hand for a firm shake.

"The honor is mine, comrades of my son... the Pegasus Handlers," Admiral Finn replies, his voice filled with sincerity.

"Please, sir, just call me York,"

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