Deceived by Him
Dominic’s screen flashed warnings—countdown timers ticking down fast.
“Almost there,” he muttered, sweat dripping down his brow.
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Outside, Evelyn coordinated reinforcements, directing local allies to block Nexus reinforcements from entering.
Inside, Lena took a hit but kept fighting, driven by sheer will.
Dominic’s override succeeded—the blackout sequence halted.
The countdown froze.
The room fell silent, save for heavy breathing and distant sirens.
“We did it,” Dominic said, voice barely a whisper.
⸻
But the victory was short-lived.
The doors burst open.
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