Three days after the broadcast, everything changed.
The public was divided. Half supported the Sanctuary. Saw enhanced people as victims. The other half feared them. Wanted them controlled.
But the Division could not operate in public anymore. Could not attack openly. They were being watched.
Sarah and Francis made it back to the Sanctuary. Found Marcus dead. Jenna in charge. The community mourning.
Sarah knelt beside Marcus's grave. They had buried him with the others. Eleven fighters who gave their lives to buy time.
"Thank you," Sarah whispered. "You saved us all."
Francis touched her shoulder. "We need to bring Emma back. She should be with us."
"Is it safe?"
"Safer than it was. The Division is retreating. Regrouping. We have time."
Sarah wanted Emma home desperately. But she
