Aurelia's senses sharpen when she hears the buzz of her phone. She quickly checks the screen and sees a message from Damien. The text is brief, containing a set of coordinates and a grim photo. Without hesitation, she stands, pocketing her phone, and swiftly prepares herself. She stuffs her sock feet into sturdy boots, grabs a jacket from her stash, and then vanishes from her apartment.
In the next instant, she materializes beside Damien and Xavius, the cool night air greeting her as the two men silently acknowledge her arrival. They exchange a brief nod, a shared understanding passing between them. They're here for a purpose, and there's no time for words. Aurelia pulls her hood over her bright hair, hiding the distinctive feature that could give them away, and the trio moves toward the research lab, their movements swift and deliberate.
