"We're here…"
The rendezvous spot was a secluded clearing, surrounded by dense trees that seemed to form a natural barrier.
The vehicle came to a halt, its engine humming softly before falling silent.
Rey stepped out, his eyes scanning the area.
The air was tense, thick with the weight of expectation and a slight hint of dread.
"Stay alert," Tess muttered as she adjusted the strap of her rifle. Josh nodded, his usual casual demeanor replaced by a sharp focus.
Rey's gaze shifted toward the edge of the clearing, where movement caught his eye.
Two figures emerged from the shadows—a man and a woman. The man walked confidently, his posture straight, exuding authority.
The woman followed a step behind, her eyes cold and calculating.
The moment Rey saw the man's face, his heart skipped a beat. He froze, his breath catching in his throat.
It was him.
"Rey?" the man's voice cut through the silence, laced with surprise. "What the hell…?"
