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Chapter 9: The Deepening Abyss
Author: Corazon
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The dim light of dawn filtered through the grimy windows of Nate’s warehouse hideout. The sense of urgency had become a constant companion, the pressure mounting with every passing hour. The Collector’s manipulative grip was tightening, and Nate knew that time was running out.

Rachael had been working tirelessly to trace the breach and assess the potential damage. The secure location she identified was a former government facility, repurposed by The Collector for covert operations. The facility was highly secure and equipped with advanced surveillance systems. Nate realized that infiltrating it would require meticulous planning and a calculated approach.

Elias had come through with additional intel. He revealed that the facility had recently been used for a clandestine meeting of The Collector’s inner circle. The meeting’s agenda included finalizing the details of the planned disruptions and coordinating with various operatives across the city.

The details of the meeting made Nate’s t
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