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Chapter 3 - chapter 3

In the sky, a formation of sleek, metallic ships pierced the twilight. They glided silently, their hulls reflecting the fading light. These were the army an elite force known for their ruthless efficiency and advanced technology. As they descended, the air crackled with energy, the atmosphere thick with anticipation.

Suddenly, the ships landed, kicking up clouds of dust that danced in the air. A hatch on the largest vessel opened, and a ramp extended with a mechanical whir. From the depths of the ship emerged the soldiers, clad in dark, imposing armor that gleamed ominously under the dim light.

1. The military officer carefully examined the pit after ensuring it posed no immediate threat. He then instructed, "Investigate how this pit was formed and what caused it." Without looking back, he proceeded directly to the only nearby house, where the two individuals were already waiting for him. He inquired, " What had transpired in this location?"

The duo looked at each other, eyes wide with fear, before Kevin finally broke the tense silence. "We had no idea what had transpired here—only the deafening boom that shook the ground and the sight of this massive pit. We don't dare go near it, too terrified of what might be lurking within." His voice trembled as the words hung in the thick, oppressive air.

The military officer leaned forward, his stern gaze fixed on them. "So basically, you don't know anything about how this huge crater formed," he said, his voice calm but probing. "You only heard a booming sound?" He paused, waiting for a response, his eyes narrowing slightly. "Is there anything else you'd like to add?" His question hung in the air, thick with expectation, as if he were hoping for a clue, any hint of an explanation that might unravel the mystery before him.

The duo exchanged uneasy glances, feeling a surge of nervousness creep in. The weight of the officer's gaze was heavy, pressing them to speak, but they remained silent. Their lips tightened, and despite the tension in the air, they chose not to say anything more. The moment stretched, thick with unspoken words, until the officer's eyes moved on, searching for answers elsewhere.

." They chose not to mention the boy, wanting to avoid becoming entangled in this perilous situation. Kevin wishes to confer with his father, a renowned researcher in the field of human cell biology, regarding the discovery of the boy and the enigmatic coffin, and seeks to brief him on this extraordinary matter prior to further disclosure.The officer felt a hint of suspicion but was uncertain about how to proceed. Given the advanced technology available, the military could have easily determined what had transpired here just an hour earlier. However, the powerful family in the area vehemently opposed the federation's involvement, fearing that it would lead to an invasion of their private affairs.

They clicked pictures from every angle, carefully capturing the scene from all perspectives. scooping a small sample of the soil into a sterile container, their movements precise and deliberate. The soil would be analyzed later, perhaps offering clues that the naked eye couldn't detect. With the evidence collected and their task complete, they exchanged a final glance at the site before turning away,

They settled into the airship, its soft hum breaking the stillness of the night. The doors sealed shut with a quiet hiss, and within moments, the ship lifted gracefully off the ground. The world below shrank as they ascended, the mysterious site fading into the distance. Outside the windows, the sky stretched vast and endless, the horizon swallowed by an expanse of deep darkness. With a gentle tilt, the airship glided forward, cutting through the night, carrying them far away to into the unknown