Not A Small-Town Girl

The recent viral outbreak along the border had been traced back to a lab, one operating under the Wulf Clan’s jurisdiction. Its exact location remained elusive due to their tight control and secrecy.

Nathan’s face was grim. "Our scouts found the lab, but the IV2 virus is spreading fast. Many of our people are infected and quarantined. The Fortress doctors are helpless without the antidote."

David held his cigarette between his fingers, the smoke curling up to obscure his expression. Behind the haze, a strikingly handsome face emerged, though his brows were furrowed with a fierce intensity, like a predator on the hunt.

"Let the doctors slow the infection as much as possible."

"Shadow’s here too. It’s been a long time since she’s been around. I bet she’s here because of all the chaos. Their plane was attacked as it crossed the border. It was the Wulf Clan." Nathan analyzed Shadow’s reason for coming.

"There’s an underground fight in two days at the border. We’ll attack the Wulf Clan the same day and catch up with Shadow." David’s eyes were as cold as ancient ice.

area. Guards at the door snapped

them, noting their protective gear. "How many are

heading for the isolation ward, another guard stepped forward. "Miss Darling, please reconsider. The infected are in terrible shape. Their skin’s deteriorating,

steady. "Have they

it only slows the symptoms. It’s not a cure." She

to stop her. "Miss Darling, the IV2 virus is vicious. One mistake

cold. "I’ll be fine. Stay here. I’m going in alone." Without waiting for a response, she pushed the door

and Taylor looked at each other, uneasy. "Miss Darling, let us go in with

and unyielding. "Stay outside. I can handle