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Chapter 420:
Author: Max Luthor
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The Denver family estate loomed against the gray morning sky, its once-grand facade now weathered and faded, a monument to a legacy that would die this day.

The wrought-iron gates stood open, creaking slightly in the cold wind that swept across the overgrown grounds. Bare trees lined the long driveway, their skeletal branches reaching toward the overcast heavens like grasping fingers.

General Carl Gerald stood near the main gate, his hands clasped behind his back, surveying the property with t
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  • Chapter 605: Not happening on a Tuesday:

    “I'm not answering any of those stupid questions, General Carl Gerald!” The Architect immediately said from the other end of the phone."Dr. Voss," General Carl Gerald said, his voice cold and controlled. "You'll understand if I'm not particularly interested in a conversation while you're attempting to assault a hospital and murder my sister.""Actually, General Carl Gerald, that's precisely why we need to talk," The Architect responded, her tone reasonable and almost friendly in a way that was deeply unsettling given the circumstances."Because I'm about to give you an option that could save a lot of lives on both sides. I'm offering you a chance to end this without the bloodshed that will inevitably result from the assaults about to unfold.”“Are you interested in hearing my proposal, or would you prefer we proceed with the violence?" The Architect immediately asked.General Carl Gerald's mind raced through possibilities. This could be a delaying tactic designed to keep him distrac

  • Chapter 604: Engage the target:

    The distinctive crack of a rifle shot echoed through the radio connection, followed by Martinez's professional after-action report: "Target down. Hostile neutralized. He's not moving. I'm advancing to confirm kill and secure his weapon.""Roof Watch, hold position," General Carl Gerald ordered. "Do not approach the downed hostile or the helicopter until we can get additional personnel to the roof for support. That helicopter might have armed personnel still inside waiting to ambush anyone who approaches." General Carl Gerald immediately radioed to Martinez who was guarding the roof top of the Hospital."Understood, Command," Martinez acknowledged, though frustration was evident in her voice at being ordered to maintain caution when her instincts probably told her to advance and secure the threats.General Carl Gerald activated the channel to Lieutenant Chen. "Lieutenant, what's the status of the hostile you engaged in the stairwell?""Confirmed dead, sir," Chen reported. "Multiple c

  • Chapter 603: Break it lose:

    Lieutenant Chen's transmission cut off abruptly, replaced by more gunfire and the distinctive sound of ricochets as bullets struck concrete and metal in the confined space of the stairwell."Lieutenant Chen, report!" General Carl Gerald demanded, fighting the urge to abandon his position and rush to support the stairwell team. But leaving Sara's immediate area unguarded would create a vulnerability that could be exactly what the attackers wanted.Static filled the channel for several seconds that felt like eternity.Then Chen's voice came back, breathing hard but professional. "Command, we engaged both hostiles. One is down and confirmed neutralized. The second took multiple hits but retreated back up toward the roof. He's wounded but still mobile and armed.”“Officer Jackson took a round to the vest…he's shaken but the armor held. No penetration. We're pursuing the wounded hostile back to the roof level." Lieutenant Chen immediately said."Negative, Lieutenant," General Carl Gerald

  • Chapter 602: The Stairwell battles:

    Chapter 602: The Stairwell battles:General Carl Gerald moved to a position where he could see down the corridor toward the stairwell while also maintaining line of sight on Sara's room. His weapon was now drawn and held in a low-ready position…not aimed at any specific target but immediately available for use if circumstances required."Command, Roof Watch," Martinez transmitted. "The helicopter is powering down. Rotors are slowing.”“Looks like it's staying here rather than just dropping off personnel and leaving.”“That suggests either they're planning to extract someone…potentially your sister if this is a kidnapping attempt…or they're planning to stay for an extended operation."Both possibilities were equally concerning. If this was a kidnapping attempt, they'd try to seize Sara Gerald and escape via helicopter before defensive forces could respond effectively.If this was an extended operation, it meant more personnel than just the two subjects currently attempting entry, whi

  • Chapter 601: The flames of fury:

    Chapter 601: The flames of fury:General Carl Gerald immediately returned to the corridor where Lieutenant Chen was already moving toward the stairwell with her two assigned officers…both members of the tactical team with extensive building-clearing experience.They moved with professional efficiency, weapons ready but not raised, postures alert but not overtly aggressive. The perfect balance between readiness and restraint that characterized well-trained operators.General Carl Gerald's earpiece crackled with Martinez's voice again. "Command, Roof Watch. Helicopter has touched down on the helipad. Rotors are still spinning but the aircraft appears to have completed landing sequence. I'm seeing... the cabin door is opening. Someone is exiting the aircraft.""How many?" General Carl Gerald immediately demanded."One person visible so far," Martinez reported. "Appears to be male, medium build, wearing what looks like... it's dark clothing but I can't determine if it's tactical gear or c

  • Chapter 600: The Angels of the fallout:

    General Carl Gerald watched the feed as the helicopter approached closer to the hospital, now definitely on a trajectory that would bring it to the rooftop helipad. His tactical mind ran through scenarios…if this was The Architect's assault team using a civilian-style helicopter to insert operatives directly onto the roof, they'd chosen an approach that was both bold and psychologically sophisticated. Most defensive plans didn't account for aerial insertion because it required significant resources and coordination. But The Architect had demonstrated access to military-grade capabilities and sophisticated planning, so aerial assault was definitely within her possible tactical repertoire.On the other hand, if this was legitimate civilian traffic…a medical helicopter bringing in a critical patient, or a news helicopter responding to some breaking story, or even just a private aircraft that happened to be passing through the area at an unfortunate time…engaging it could result in civ

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