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Chapter 166

Author: Memo Harbor
Cyrus lingered with the sniper rifle and enjoyed its weight. Through the scope, he swept the entire residential complex.

Night had settled in. Most homes had no electricity, so the buildings sat in darkness. Snowlight softened the streets and turned the outdoors into a pale, glowing expanse. He could still make out shapes.

His eyes narrowed. Near the garage, two small black figures moved.

"The garage? There are people. Looks like they want my snowmobile."

A cold, mocking smile tugged at his
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