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BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 61
The team gathered in the war room, a cold, dimly lit space filled with maps, blueprints, and surveillance images tacked to the walls. Leon stood at the head of the table, eyes scanning each face for any sign of doubt. His tone was resolute as he spoke."Alright, here’s the plan," Leon began, pointing to a detailed blueprint of Marcus’s fortified compound. "Haron’s intel tells us that Marcus’s compound has three main entry points, each with its own layer of security. We’ll need to create diversions at all three points to draw his forces away from the main target—his holding cells."Clara nodded, her focus unwavering. "I’ll lead the assault on the north gate. We’ll need heavy firepower to get through their defenses, but we can handle it."Greg, still simmering with anger, stepped forward. "I’ll take the east side. If we time the assault just right, I can disable their security systems long enough to give us a clear shot. But it’ll have to be quick."Daniel looked at Leon, his expression
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 63
As the operation intensified, the silence of the night was shattered by the sound of combat. The rhythmic beat of running footsteps, the sharp crack of gunfire, and the occasional muffled explosion echoed through the compound. Leon could feel the tension mounting as he and Haron moved swiftly toward their objective—the central control room. The darkness provided cover, but it was also a double-edged sword, masking threats and amplifying every sound around them.They approached the west entrance, where a small group of guards remained, oblivious to the chaos erupting on the north side. Leon signaled to Haron with a quick hand motion, indicating that he would take out the guard closest to the entrance, while Haron would handle the second. This was Haron’s chance to prove his worth in the field, and Leon needed him to stay calm and execute the plan flawlessly.In one fluid motion, Leon moved like a shadow, his movements silent and precise. His combat knife gleamed briefly in the dim ligh
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 64
Leon stood at the door leading into Marcus’s quarters, his breath steady despite the adrenaline surging through his veins. Haron was beside him, equally tense, ready for what lay ahead. The muffled voices from within confirmed that Marcus was there, along with a few others—his most trusted allies, no doubt. This was the moment they had been preparing for, the final confrontation that would determine everything.Leon motioned for Haron to get into position. Haron nodded and crouched low, his weapon drawn, his muscles coiled and ready to spring. Leon took one final glance at the control room behind them, ensuring that all their preparations were in place. The system lockdown was holding for now, but Greg had warned him that they were working against the clock. At any moment, Marcus could detect the breach and launch a counterattack.They couldn’t afford to wait any longer.With a subtle hand gesture, Leon signaled for Haron to stay alert. Then, with a soft click, he disengaged the door’
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 65
The ground shook violently as Marcus’s device triggered a series of explosions beneath the compound. Leon and Haron barely had time to brace themselves before the floor buckled, sending them stumbling as the room was engulfed in chaos. Dust and debris filled the air, choking their lungs and making it impossible to see more than a few feet in front of them.“Get down!” Haron shouted, diving behind a large wooden table as chunks of ceiling rained down.Leon barely managed to throw himself behind a toppled bookshelf as the building continued to quake. The deafening sound of metal and concrete tearing apart reverberated through the room, drowning out everything else. It felt like the entire compound was coming down around them.Through the haze of dust, Leon could just make out Marcus, still standing in the center of the room, a twisted smile on his face. Blood was seeping from the wound Haron had inflicted, but Marcus seemed unaffected, his eyes gleaming with something far more dangerous
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 66
The night air was thick with tension, as Leon and Haron stared at the smoking remains of the compound. Dust settled in the ruins behind them, but neither could shake the feeling that this was only the beginning. The escape of Marcus was a ticking bomb, and they had little time before it exploded in their faces.Haron glanced at Leon, his expression filled with determination but also concern. "We should regroup," Haron said. "Figure out our next step. Marcus has the advantage now."Leon ran a hand through his hair, his mind still racing. “He always seems to be two steps ahead. But we’ll catch him.” He paused, eyes narrowing. “This time, we need to be smarter.”A low hum filled the air, and a sleek black vehicle pulled up from the shadows, its tinted windows glinting under the moonlight. Leon’s heart sank when he recognized it.“Reinforcements,” Haron said, though the words didn’t carry the relief they should have.The door to the vehicle swung open, and out stepped Lucia, her face set
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 67
The road stretched out like a dark ribbon under the moonlit sky as Leon, Haron, and Lucia traveled deeper into the heart of the forest. Silence hung between them, each of them lost in their thoughts as they neared their destination—an ancient place where the witches were said to gather. The tension was palpable, knowing the danger that awaited them.“The witches,” Leon muttered, his hands gripping the seat as the vehicle sped over uneven terrain. He couldn’t help but recall the stories he had heard about them—how they were feared for their magic, their unpredictable nature, and their deadly power. “Are we sure they’ll even help us?”Lucia’s eyes remained fixed ahead, her expression as cold and calculated as ever. “They have no love for Marcus. That’s our leverage. But we have to be careful. The witches don’t trust outsiders.”“Especially not us,” Haron added. “Werewolves and witches haven’t exactly been on friendly terms.”“Which is why you’ll let me do the talking,” Lucia said, glanc
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 68
The pact with the witches weighed heavily on Leon as they made their way back to the pack's territory. The moon hung low in the sky, casting long shadows across the forest floor. Lucia remained silent, her gaze distant, clearly lost in thought. Haron, too, seemed uneasy, his brow furrowed as they sped through the twisting roads.“We’ve crossed a line,” Leon muttered, more to himself than to anyone else.Lucia didn’t respond, but her knuckles whitened as she gripped the steering wheel. Haron, sitting in the back, finally broke the silence.“You know that favor will cost us dearly,” Haron said, his voice low. “Witches never ask for something without expecting a heavy price.”“I know,” Lucia said sharply, her eyes never leaving the road ahead. “But we had no other choice. Marcus is closing in on the Heartstone, and we’re running out of time.”Leon leaned back, his thoughts churning. The Heartstone was more than just a powerful relic—it was a piece of ancient magic, one that could alter t
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 69
The air was thick with tension as Leon made his way back to his quarters. The meeting with the witches, the revelations about the Heartstone, and the looming threat of Marcus weighed heavily on his mind. He couldn’t shake the feeling that something darker was stirring beneath the surface.As he opened the door to his room, the familiar scent of cedarwood and earth filled the air. It was meant to be comforting, a reminder of home. But tonight, it did little to soothe his nerves. He collapsed onto the edge of the bed, his mind spinning with the possibilities. How could they defeat Marcus when he was always one step ahead?A knock at the door jolted him from his thoughts."Come in," he called, already knowing who it was.The door creaked open to reveal Haron, his face set in a grim expression. His presence was always a grounding force for Leon, but tonight, something seemed different. There was a tightness in Haron’s features, a hesitation that hadn’t been there before.“We need to talk,