"Don't move!"
David Miller's voice echoed through the darkness, followed by the chilling clatter of rifles aimed from all directions. Michael, bound within the underground Orion Point facility, could see everything unfold on the large screen before him.
The Syndicate, led by Elias Thorne and Daniel Hayes, had anticipated David Miller and his Phoenix team's arrival. Floodlights flared on, revealing dozens of black-clad mercenaries emerging from the trees, surrounding them.
"Welcome, Agent Miller. Or should I say, David?" Daniel Hayes’ voice rang out mockingly over the loudspeakers. "I knew you’d come. Predictable as always."
Michael clenched his fists. He wanted to scream, to warn David, but the restraints were too tight. Helpless, he watched as David Miller and his team raised their ha
