The raid (2)

As the hour of the raid approached, Atticus joined the rebels at their rendezvous point, a secluded grove near the bridge. The moon cast an eerie glow over the landscape, shadows stretching long and foreboding. The air was thick with tension, each member of the group aware of the risks they were taking. Atticus could feel the anticipation vibrating in the air like a taut string ready to snap.

Vex moved among the rebels, his presence calm and reassuring. He gave a brief but motivational speech, reminding everyone of the importance of their mission and the impact it could have on the rebellion's success. Then, with a sharp nod, he gave the signal, and the rebels moved out, their movements swift and silent like predators on the hunt.

Atticus’s heart pounded in his chest as they approached the bridge. From their vantage point, they could see the guards, their armor gleaming dully in the moonlight. The increased security was evident; there were more guards than usual, and their patrols wer
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