The Underestimated Genius

Chapter 153

The smoke that had strangled the night air started to fade once the flames were out. Over Castle City, the dawn dawned to provide the battered but strong city a golden hue. A calm descended on the streets for the first time in what felt like an eternity. Arjun and his colleagues had effectively stopped Viper's attack, saving the hospital and thereby the city from certain disaster.

Arjun stood on a makeshift stage in the middle square, watching the assembling people as the first light of morning seeped over the ruins. Castle City's residents, their faces tired but hopeful, turned out in great numbers to mark the historic event. There was a tangible relief and thanks hanging in the air.

Arjun waved his hand, urging quiet. "People of Castle City," he started, the speakers placed up throughout the square amplifying his voice. "Today we stand together as evidence of togetherness and resiliency. We have come out stronger on the other side from facing unthinkable hardships.

The audience burs