Chapter 42: Bitter Reunions
The camp buzzed with newfound energy as the survivors worked together, the air thick with laughter and camaraderie. Alex had poured her heart into rebuilding, forging connections with those around her, and finally, it felt as though a semblance of normalcy was returning. Underneath the patchwork of tents, the spirit of resilience thrived.
Lila and Mia were particularly instrumental in keeping morale high. Together, they spearheaded initiatives to foster cooperation among the survivors, organizing food distribution and training sessions for those eager to learn self-defense. Their laughter often echoed through the camp, a beacon of hope in the shadow of what they had endured.
"Mia, if you keep going like this, we might just turn into a proper army," Lila teased one afternoon as they stacked supplies together.
