Shadowy Truth

The night was dark and stormy, providing the perfect cover for their secret mission. Austin, Mark, Olive, Aiden, and Lara gathered in Austin's room, their faces illuminated only by the faint glow of their phones.

"Remember, we have to be quick and quiet," Austin whispered, scanning the group. "We don't know what we'll encounter, so we need to stay alert."

Mark nodded, his hand on the doorknob. "Let's go."

They left the house, careful to avoid the sleeping parents and guards. The night air was cool and damp, carrying the scent of blooming flowers. Despite the peaceful surroundings, the group was tense, their hearts pounding with excitement.

Instead of using the gate, they decided to jump the fence. Austin led them to the back of the house, where they all successfully cleared the fence and made their way out of the compound and onto the quiet street.