Chapter 122: The Final Code
Author: PaulyP
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The sound of approaching footsteps broke the tense silence, echoing off the buildings around them. Julian’s sharp gaze darted to the shadows, where figures began to emerge. A dozen, maybe more, their weapons glinting faintly under the streetlamp.

The circle tightened.

But Julian wasn’t a man to be cornered. His mind raced, calculating angles, escape routes, and opportunities.

“You always did love theatrics,” Julian said, his voice laced with mockery. “All this for little old me?”

The betrayer smirked. “You’re worth it. After all, you’ve been such a thorn in our side.”

Julian’s hand moved subtly, activating a small device in his pocket. It was a custom gadget from Logan—a miniature EMP designed for moments like this.

“You talk too much,” Julian said, his eyes locking onto the betrayer’s.

Before they could respond, he pressed the button. A sharp buzz filled the air, and every electronic device in the immediate vicinity went dead—the streetlamp flickered out, radios silenced, and weapons
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