Under the pale glow of the moon, Lin Yue and Chen Xi moved like shadows amidst the towering skyscrapers of the city. Their target loomed ahead: a hidden base belonging to the secretive organization that had haunted their every step. The man accompanying them walked with deliberate strides, though a flicker of hesitation occasionally passed through his eyes.
“Are you certain this route is safe?” Chen Xi asked, her voice laced with suspicion.
The man gave a curt nod. “I’m certain. This is the only secure path I know.”
Lin Yue led the way, his body taut with readiness, every muscle prepared for an ambush. They passed through a maze of dimly lit alleys, the shadows playing tricks on their nerves, until they arrived at an abandoned subway station.
“From here,” the man explained, pointing to
