Chapter X

Blazerine clutched her head in agony as the helmet slipped from her grasp. Bright lights seared her vision, and memories surged back with relentless force. The boundaries between her world and this one were beginning to blur. The voices of Tabs and Haven drifted in and out of her mind, witnessing an event she hadn’t even been part of. Her gaze kept refocusing on the cybernetic brain, which monitored every single word spoken.

Shortly, her vision began to clear, the searing lights dimming to a manageable glow. She took a deep breath, grounding herself as the memories settled into the recesses of her mind. The voices, leaving a lingering echo. Her gaze steadying on the cybernetic brain. It was still there, but its presence no longer felt overwhelming. She blinked a few times, shaking off the last remnants of confusion. The boundaries between her world and this one finally solidified, bringing her back to the present. With a determined look, she reached for the helmet, ready to face whatever came next. 

The initial excitement had already faded. They accepted anyone willing to switch sides in exchange for their lives. Those who refused were executed on the spot by Captain Hopkins. He glanced down at his sword, the blade slick with blood. With a practiced motion, he wiped it clean on the cloak of a fallen enemy, the crimson streaks disappearing into the fabric. The steel gleamed once more, a silent testament to his resolve. He sheathed the sword with a finality that echoed through silence of his men. 




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