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Chapter 13 – Risk We Had to Take (Part 6)
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The old radio station stood like a relic from a forgotten time, its walls cracked and windows dusty from years of abandonment. The building hadn't been used since the civil war broke out, leaving it as little more than a hollow shell—until now.
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sergeant Elsie Lee and Michael breached the front door, weapons raised, their eyes scanning for any immediate threats. The air inside was thick with dust, and the distant sound of wind whistling through broken glass sent an eerie chill down their spines. Behind them, Johnny Austin and Nicholas followed, securing the perimeter.
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"Johnny, Nicholas," Elsie commanded, her voice sharp but controlled. "Secure the first and second floors. After that, lock the front and back doors. Michael and I will take the third and fourth floors. Understood?"
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"Yes, Segment!" Johnny Austin responded immediately.
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"Copy that," Nicholas confirmed.
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Without another word, Elsie and Michael moved, their military training guiding their every step. The third floor was eerily empty, doors hanging off hinges, old equipment covered in dust. Michael split off, clearing rooms with precision, while Elsie stayed close to the princess, ensuring her safety.
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After what felt like an eternity, Michael's voice crackled over the comms. "Third floor is clear."
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Elsie tapped her radio. "Johnny, Nicholas—status report?"
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"Done, sergeant ," Johnny replied. "All clear down here. Regrouping on you."
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Then, Michael's voice came through again, this time with urgency. sergeant, I found "Do it," Elsie said without hesitation.
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For the next hour, the only sounds were the soft whirring of Michael's gauntlet and the tense, rhythmic breathing of the soldiers standing guard. Michael worked with fierce concentration, his fingers flying across the holographic interface projected by his gauntlet as he spliced into the radio station's deadened nerves. Wires were rerouted, power diverted from dormant systems. Finally, a small, steady green light blinked to life on his device.
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"It's done," he breathed, leaning back with a sigh of relief. "Signal's out. A secure, repeating burst. All we have to do now is wait."
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Elsie swept her gaze over her small team, then to the Princess they were sworn to protect. The first part of the risk was taken. Now came the consequence.
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"Alright, team," she said, her voice low but carrying the weight of command. "The signal is out, but don't relax. Right now, check your gear. Top off your mags. It's just the four of us and the Princess. We took the risk. Now we prepare for the fight. We hold this ground, and we protect her. No matter what comes knocking."
End of Chapter 13
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