(Jax's POV)
As the sun began its descent, casting long shadows over the sanctuary, I stood at the edge of our perimeter, my gaze tracing the formidable barriers that stood between us and the uncertain dangers of the outside world.
The weight of responsibility pressed heavily on my shoulders, a constant companion since I had taken on the role of head of security.
Tonight, that weight felt all the more tangible as I prepared to lead a critical meeting that would ensure the safety and security of our community.
Gathering my team and the council members who needed to be involved, including Luke, Athena, and Liam, I led them to our makeshift command centre—a repurposed building that had once been a part of the old world, now serving as the heart of our defensive operations.
The room was stark, lit by the soft glow of emergency lights, with maps and blueprints spread across the central table.
