Chapter 186

The Whisper of Betrayal

Emily and Max huddled in a dimly lit chamber deep within the labyrinthine tunnels beneath the cathedral. Before them lay the mysterious painting that had sent tremors through the Echelon's ranks. The masterpiece scar continued to glow, an enigma waiting to be unraveled.

Max's voice was filled with anticipation. "This is it, Emily. The painting holds the key to the Echelon's secrets. We must find a way to unlock its power."

Emily nodded, her gaze unwavering. "Our core struggle has always been about unveiling the truth. This scar is our path to that truth. We need to understand its significance."

As they examined the painting, Max noticed a faint inscription in a language he couldn't decipher. "Look here, Emily. It seems to be a message, but I can't make heads or tails of it."

Emily leaned closer, her eyes narrowing in concentration. "It's definitely a code of some sort. We'll need to translate it to progress."

Their conversation was cut short when an unexpected
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