Two days after the devastating outbreak, Marcus stood at the edge of the affected city's outer containment zone, studying tactical maps with Agent Reyes while Elena coordinated with medical teams treating remaining exposure cases.
"There's something bothering me about the release point," Marcus said, tracing a finger along the map. "Emergency responders found it in the industrial district, but nobody's identified the actual delivery mechanism yet."
"Preliminary investigation suggests aerial dispersal," Agent Reyes said. "Though we haven't confirmed the specific method."
"Can I see the actual site?" Marcus asked.
Agent Reyes studied him carefully. "That's still an active investigation zone. Highly restricted."
"I understand the restrictions," Marcus said. "But I've spent a decade speci
