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Survival of the fittest: Rise of the Phoenix

I thought I was just another gamer until I found myself in a post-apocalyptic world where survival is a game—and I’m playing for keeps. With my life on the line and grotesque creatures lurking around every corner, I quickly learn that strategy is my best weapon. But it’s not just about surviving; it’s about forging bonds with a ragtag group of fellow survivors. Among them is Ethan, a brooding ex-soldier who makes my heart race despite the danger we face. As we navigate a treacherous landscape filled with rival factions and ancient magic, I must uncover the secrets within me that could turn the tide in our favor. Will our growing connection help us rise from the ashes, or will the chaos of this world tear us apart before we get the chance?

S_Wolfe · Fantaisie
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Chapter 78: Hidden Enemies

Chapter 78: Hidden Enemies

The council chamber was still in disarray when Alex called her closest advisors together. The fragments of the assassin's attack lingered in every shadow, like an unspoken curse woven into the air. She stood at the head of the battered table, the parchment with the ominous warning clenched in her hand.

"The Whispering Blade is not just a myth," Alex began, her voice resolute. "We can't treat them like folklore. They've infiltrated our city, and this attack proves they've been planning it for some time."

Marelle was the first to respond, her expression sharp with disbelief. "How could they operate in the wastelands for years without us noticing? We've had scouts combing those regions for decades."

"Because they've made us complacent," Ethan interjected, stepping forward. "They've let the chaos work in their favor, keeping us distracted with faction wars and raiders while they built their network in the shadows."