When everyone had finally been gathered into formation, the entire personnel stood in disciplined rows, maintaining posture and silence, although it was clear from their expressions that tension had already begun to spread among them. The silence in the space was not peaceful, but instead felt controlled, as though every individual was waiting for something inevitable to be revealed.
Carlos stepped forward slightly and turned toward Matteo before speaking in a respectful tone "Sir, everyone who is currently available has been assembled as instructed," he said carefully, making sure his voice remained steady.
Matteo did not respond immediately. Instead, he stood at the front of the formation and slowly allowed his gaze to move across every individual present, not in a rushed manner,
