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Chapter 3 - Confrontation

Lena Grant's eyes narrowed. "Captain Vashin, you're under arrest for smuggling and treason."

 

Jax smirked. "Treason's a pretty big word, Agent. What makes you think we're guilty?"

 

Lena's gaze flicked to the artifact. "That's classified EUG property. Hand it over."

 

Arin Vex stepped forward. "I don't think so, Agent. This artifact could hold the key to unlocking new technologies."

 

Lena's team moved to surround Jax's crew. "You're not taking it anywhere."

 

Jax's hand rested on his blaster. "I don't think you want to do this, Agent."

 

The air was thick with tension as the two groups faced off. Suddenly, a loud rumble shook the station, throwing everyone off balance.

 

"What's happening?" Grimjack shouted.

 

Arin Vex stumbled forward. "The artifact! It's activating!"

 

The crystal began to glow brighter and shiny, filling the room with an intense energy. Jax's crew shielded their eyes, but Lena's team was transfixed...