Chapter 34 - Ally

Chapter 34 - Ally

Maxton and his inner circle retreated to a private room adjacent to the grand conference hall. The room was smaller, more private, furnished with dark wood, rich tapestries, and an air of solemnity that matched the gravity of their discussion. The heavy drapes were drawn, casting the room in a dim light that seemed to mirror the mood of the gathering.

Maxton paced back and forth, his usually composed demeanor strained under the weight of the situation. Tanner stood by the door, his posture tense, while the advisors—three of them, all seasoned and trusted—sat at a round table, their faces drawn with concern.

Maxton said, his voice edged with frustration. “Who attacked us?”

“I couldn’t Mark. The connection was interrupted on his end earlier before I could ask for more information.”

Mark had made a frantic call to Tanner earlier just before communication was lost, leaving them with more questions than answers. The communications division was also under attack in the pal