NEW TIME

Philip and Clara raced through the city streets, their minds focused on the safe house mentioned in the documents. The new lead had given them hope, but the urgency of the situation left little room for mistakes. Philip could feel the weight of responsibility on his shoulders. Barry Aton’s death, the threat from Andrew Lane, and Clara’s recent abduction had all pushed him to the edge. Finding Marcus Rourke and unraveling the mystery behind the Obsidian Circle was their only chance to regain control.

They arrived at a nondescript building on the outskirts of town, its exterior unremarkable but for the discreet security cameras and reinforced doors. The area was quiet, with only the occasional sound of a passing car. Philip and Clara approached cautiously, their senses alert for any signs of trouble.

“This is the place,” Clara said, her voice tense. “We need to move quickly. Rourke could be here any minute.”

Philip nodded, his eyes scanning the surroundings. He signaled to the team of F