In the aftermath of the betrayal, the team was still reeling from the shock. Sarah, in particular, felt guilty for not seeing the signs of Alex's betrayal. She knew that trust was essential for a team to function properly, and she had let her team down.
But as the days passed, the team started to heal. They worked together to rebuild the damaged parts of the city and helped people in need. Sarah was surprised to see that the people of the city still trusted them despite the recent events.
One day, as Sarah was helping a family whose house had been destroyed, she heard a familiar voice. It was Alex. Sarah felt a mix of emotions - anger, betrayal, but also a hint of sadness.
Alex apologized for what she had done, and explained that she had been blackmailed by the villains who had threatened her family. She had no choice but to go along with their plan, but she regretted it deeply.
Sarah was hesitant at first, but she could see the sincerity in Alex's eyes. She realized that everyone makes mistakes, and that forgiveness was an essential part of being a team.
She hugged Alex and forgave her. The rest of the team followed Sarah's lead and also forgave Alex. They all realized that they were stronger as a team, and that they needed each other to protect the city.
From that day on, Alex was once again a trusted member of the team. They worked together to ensure that the city was safe from any threats. They were more vigilant than ever, and Sarah made sure that they were always prepared for any situation.
The experience had taught Sarah and the team a valuable lesson. They realized that trust and forgiveness were essential for any team to function properly. They knew that they would face more challenges in the future, but they were ready to face them together.