The dimly lit war room of the Union base is thick with tension as Adam leans forward, his fingers interlocked in deep contemplation. Across from him, Lilith sits with an amused smirk, as if enjoying the suspense she's created. The others—Phantom, Zero, Ninja, and Krish—stand around the table, waiting for Adam's response.
The revelation about The Nexus Protocol still lingers in the air like a storm cloud. If what Lilith says is true, then Lily isn't just a threat—she's the catalyst for something much worse.
"You're asking us to trust you," Adam finally says, his voice calm but firm. "But so far, all you've given us are cryptic warnings and half-truths. If you want us to believe you, start talking. No more games."
Lilith tilts her head slightly, her violet eyes gleaming under the dim lights. "Fair enough," she says smoothly. "But first, let's get something straight—I'm not here to join your little rebellion. I'm here because I need you as much as you need me."
