COMMAND BUNKER — NIGHT
The room was thick with tension. Su Chen's gaze was sharp, scanning multiple holographic displays that detailed the movements of The Revenant mercenaries.
His voice was low, resolute.
"They're fast, ruthless, but not invincible."
ALLIES' COUNSEL
Across the table, old allies gathered — scarred veterans and cunning strategists.
"We need to hit them first. Disrupt their supply lines, fracture their ranks," one said.
"We don't even know who leads them," another warned.
Su Chen nodded.
"Information is power. We find their head, we cut it off."
SYSTEM UPDATE
[New Skill Unlocked: Intel Extraction]"Extract and analyze enemy data rapidly for tactical advantage."
Su Chen smirked.
"Time to turn their own shadows against them."
THE PERSONAL COST
Late at night, memories clawed at him — Li Wei's betrayal, Yue Lin's conflicted loyalty, the ghosts of friends lost.
The system reminded him:
"Emotional instability detected. Recommend focusing on mission objectives."
But Su Chen knew emotions fueled his drive.
A SURPRISE ATTACK
Suddenly, alarms blared. The Revenant had struck first — an explosion rocked the bunker's perimeter.
Su Chen sprang into action.
"They want a fight? They'll get one."
ENDING SCENE
Smoke filled the air as mercenaries closed in.
"This is war."
"And I'm just getting started."
End of Chapter 19