CHAPTER 106

The tension in the air reached its peak as Scott and the head guard faced off, their respective teams ready to spring into action at a moment's notice.

The rescued prisoners huddled together, fearful but also hopeful that these strangers who had come to save them could succeed.

Scott's heart pounded in his chest afraid that their plan might not work out, but he knew that there was no turning back now. He had made a promise to Sophia and the other captives, and he intended to keep it. His eyes locked with the head guard's, a silent battle of wills taking place between them.

"Elliot, guide them all out of here!" Scott yelled while the other joined him to protect the prisoners.

The tension in the air was palpable as Elliot stepped forward to lead the rescued prisoners to safety. He nodded resolutely at Scott before turning to the frightened captives.

"Follow me, and stay close," Elliot said with a reassuring voice. "We won't let anything happen to you."

As the prisoners began to move c