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The night was thick with tension as Shen and his team prepared for the most dangerous mission they had ever undertaken. The Ascendants' facility loomed ahead, a fortress of steel and concrete, guarded by layers of security measures that would deter even the most seasoned infiltrators. But Shen wasn't about to let that stop him. The Oracle's information had led them here, and the stakes were too high to turn back now.
"Remember the plan," Shen's voice was steady over the comms, though inside, his heart pounded. "We go in silent, we move fast, and we get out with the tech. No unnecessary risks. If anything feels off, we abort."
The team members acknowledged in turn—Hector in the sky, Sarah on overwatch, Sienna at his side, and Viper monitoring from a safe distance. The Oracle was with them as well, their presence a constant reminder of the delicate balance they were treading.
