"General!"
"Sir!"
"Sir, what are our orders regarding the prisoners?" A soldier bellowed, seeking guidance from his superior, who was lost in thought, observing the trembling pair.
The general, roused from his contemplation, issued his command decisively.
"Take them into custody. After the medical examination, bring Sophia to my office," he ordered, waving dismissively as the soldiers sprang into action.
"Don't resist!"
"Stop! What are you doing?!" Sophia cried out in terror, shielding a trembling Grace behind her.
''Move aside'' Moving one step forward, the soldier demanded.
"Get away!" Sophia's voice pierced the air, trembling with fear, refusing their orders.
"STOP RESISTING!" The soldier, seeing her noncompliance, glanced back at the general, who gave a subtle nod.
With a soft "thud," a tranquilizer dart struck Sophia in the shoulder.
''Grace...''
