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CHAPTER 58

Author: Zeee Jibrin
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-05 20:00:03

The morning before the mission dawned with an unsettling calm. The tension among the team was palpable as they gathered in the dimly lit briefing room. Damon stood by the window, his gaze fixed on the horizon, lost in his thoughts. He had come a long way, but something gnawed at him. The past few weeks had been filled with successes, but the upcoming mission felt different. It felt like the culmination of everything he had fought for, but also everything he had lost. His mind raced through the memories of his earlier mistakes, the betrayal, the consequences. He had made strides, but was it enough? Was it ever going to be enough?

Isabella entered the room, her sharp eyes immediately noticing the heaviness in the air. She offered him a small, understanding nod before addressing the group. “Everyone ready?” she asked, her voice steady, though her eyes betrayed her own concerns. This mission was not like the others. They had come to trust Damon, but there were still doubts. There was no r
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