Chapter 55: Permission Granted

Lieutenant Marcus made his way back to the communication room, his mind racing with the implications of what he had just done. The dimly lit corridors of the Germinal Organization's underground complex seemed to close in around him, amplifying the sound of his footsteps. He could feel the lingering fear gnawing at the edges of his resolve. Disobeying direct orders was not something he took lightly, and the thought of the possible repercussions weighed heavily on his mind.

As he entered the communication room, the technician looked up expectantly. "Did you inform the commander?" he asked.

Marcus shook his head. "No. We're going directly to the general with this."

The technician's eyes widened in surprise but he quickly nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. Marcus took a deep breath and approached the console. He dialled the secure line to General Muerte's office. The screen flickered to life, displaying the Germinal Organization's emblem as the connection was established.