Interlude 7 - Rendezvous

And then, the two hands of the clock of fate met. What happens is bound to happen, and humanity is none the wiser.

After being separated from the tomb's lid, the mysterious device's defensive mechanism went off, resulting in vibrations across the entire pyramid. The team immediately fled from the chamber, with Wilhelm leading and Ernst in the back. Gottlob and Arthur kept close to Maric, the only person without any firearm or combat experience.

- Mileva, you stick to us at all times. We will handle this.

- As if I have another choice.

- Watch out!

A stone fragment cracked from the ceiling and fell down. Ernst charged forward, pushing both Maric and Arthur forward, right before it hit the ground and shattered.

- I told you, stay vigilant!

- Sorry, sir.

The only things Maric could hear were the chaotic rustling and the humming from the vibrations. Never would she think that a life-and-death situation occurred to her simply due to