Chapter 112: The Returning Dragoons

It had been a grueling day. Conor and Kerrigan had spent the morning coordinating with their respective teams, setting up makeshift offices in the expansive Lokir estate, and establishing routines that would allow them to manage both Dragon Corporation and Vokrizin from this remote stronghold. They knew they had to maintain their companies' momentum while dealing with the aftermath of recent events, and every moment felt crucial.

The afternoon was equally busy with back-to-back calls and briefings, recapping the current state of affairs and strategizing the next steps. For the first time in days, they were catching their breath, although the weight of responsibility hung heavy in the air.

As late afternoon settled over the estate, the sun dipped low, casting the grounds in a warm, golden glow. Vehicles began to arrive, the sound of engines breaking the tranquil quiet. Conor and Kerrigan stepped out onto the stone steps of the main entrance, their faces unreadable as they watched the p