Almost simultaneously, the hum of a generator kicks in; a backup plan we anticipated. The soft glow of emergency lights begins to illuminate the corridors of the shelter, casting long shadows that play into our hands, adding to the disorientation.
"Now," I whisper into the radio, signalling Hye-jin and the tranquilliser team. We move quickly, entering through a back door that Min-soo had ensured would be unlocked. The dim lighting guides us through the familiar corridors, turned alien and menacing by the shadows and our purpose.
We encounter a pair of guards, surprised by our sudden appearance. Before they can react, Hye-jin and I administer the tranquilisers with precision, their bodies slumping to the ground silently. We drag them into a side room, ensuring they are safely out of sight.
