Chapter 51: A Moment of Peace

Ethan and Lillith crouched behind a large rock, observing the Reaver command post from a safe distance. The structure was imposing, built with sharp, angular architecture that seemed almost organic, like the twisted shell of some nightmarish creature. Dark energy pulsed from the core of the building, sending faint tremors through the ground.

Lillith pointed toward a narrow gap in the wall on the side of the command post. "That opening there, if we can get through, we should be able to plant the charges directly in the control room."

Ethan nodded, appreciating her keen eye. "Good spot. But getting there won't be easy."

Tazra's voice crackled over their comms. "Perimeter's clear, Captain. I took down the guards, no alarms triggered. You've got a short window before they realize something's wrong."

Ethan tapped his comm. "Good work, Tazra. Hold position and cover our exit. We're moving in."