As she watched Lycus move with a grace that belied the danger surrounding him, she felt a surge of determination. No matter the odds, they were in this together. She would not let fear dictate her actions. They were a team—she, Lycus, Jarlon, Dr Kate, and everyone fighting alongside them.
Lycus fired another shot, taking down a drone that had dared to flank him. He glanced back, and his eyes locked onto Barbara's momentarily. The connection between them was palpable, and though chaos enveloped them, that shared glance fueled her resolve.
"Stay sharp!" Lycus shouted, his voice cutting through the chaos as he rallied his team for one final push. The rhythmic pounding of drones filled the air, their relentless pursuit filling the sky like a swarm of mechanical hornets. "We're not done yet!"
