The Unexpected Ally
The rebel hideout buzzed with anticipation, the atmosphere thick with a blend of caution and curiosity. The news had come suddenly: a former member of the Eternal Council had approached the Eko Rebellion, claiming to offer information and assistance. The implications were staggering, and Ada and Jidenna were determined to tread carefully.
As they prepared to meet with the defector, Ada couldn’t shake the sense of skepticism that clung to her thoughts. The Council was known for its ruthlessness, and any move on their part, even a defection, could easily be a trap. But the potential gains were too significant to ignore.
In the dim light of a secure room, Ada and Jidenna sat across from the defector, a middle-aged man with weary eyes and an aura of tense resolve. His name was Nnamdi, and though his presence was unexpected, he carried himself with a quiet dignity that suggested sincerity.