Scene – The Island Before the Strike
The Decision to Escape
The smell of gunpowder still lingered in the island’s air after the six hours during which Mayun had turned into the largest rocket launch platform in the region’s history.
Omar stood before the launch system, scanning the horizon with the eyes of a commander who knew the moments to come were more dangerous than the attack itself.
Abu Malik al‑Houthi and Sheikh Bakathir were preparing to leave, gathering equipment in a heavy, uneasy silence.
Omar (firmly):
“—They’ll bomb the island soon… the Americans won’t let this attack pass unanswered.
—We have to leave immediately.”
Abu Malik approached, holding a military communication device, his face sharpened by concentration.
Abu Malik al‑Houthi:
“—Don’t worry.
—We have a plan
