A Swift Victory
On a cloudy morning, Robin and General Daniel, together with the state army, launched a powerful and quick attack. The enemy was defeated with minimal losses, and the remaining traitors, who had sworn to fight to the last drop of blood, ultimately surrendered. During the assault on the military airbase, explosions and gunfire echoed as soldiers secured key positions.
Meanwhile, young soldier Zachary drives into the town of Downhill Town with Amara, who is sleeping, exhausted and severely injured. This small town, known for its rolling hills, waterfalls, and parks, seems like a safe haven far from the chaos of war.
Arrival at the Hotel
Zachary parks the car in front of a hotel, gets out, and carefully carries Amara inside. At the reception desk, a young woman greets him warmly:
Receptionist: Good evening, sir. Do you need help?
Zachary: Good evening. I need a room for this young man.
Receptionist: Of course, room 112. How long will he be staying?
Zachary: For a few months, at least. Here's the payment (hands her Robin's bank card).
Receptionist: Very well, sir.
Zachary: One more thing. This boy is badly injured—he needs care.
Receptionist: Don't worry. We'll take good care of him.
Zachary takes the key and carries Amara to room 112. Gently placing him on the bed, he leaves a letter on the nightstand and walks out. As he returns to the reception, he gives one last instruction:
Zachary: Keep an eye on him. He doesn't know anyone here, and someone should make sure he's okay.
Receptionist: Absolutely, sir.
With a nod of thanks, Zachary leaves and drives back to the military base.
Waking Up in the Unknown
The next morning, Amara slowly wakes up. His body aches, and his vision is blurry from exhaustion. Memories of his former life flood his mind, and he wishes he could return to his family. But reality soon catches up with him.
He rubs his eyes and looks around, realizing he's in a strange room. Confused, he mutters:
Amara: Where am I? Am I dreaming? Is this even real?
Staggering to the window, he pulls back the curtains. Sunlight blinds him momentarily, and the sight of the unfamiliar town below fills him with shock.
Amara: What the...? Where am I?!! (He remembers Arzina.) No... She didn't kidnap me, did she?! NO! It can't be true!
Panicked, he sits back on the bed. Just then, he notices an envelope on the nightstand and opens it to find a letter inside.
A Letter from Robin
Dear Amara,
You're probably wondering where you are and why. Don't worry—no one kidnapped you. If you're scared, calm down. You're safe in a small town called Downhill Town. You're far away from me and all the danger.
I sent a soldier to bring you here because no one will suspect you're hiding in this place. Stay here for a few months until things settle down. I'll send money every month. Good luck!
End of the letter.
Amara reads the letter in disbelief.
Amara: Downhill Town?! What money is he talking about? (He opens the envelope and finds $3,000.) Three... thousand... dollars?! Is he crazy?!
At that moment, there's a knock at the door. Limping, Amara makes his way over and opens it, finding a young woman standing there.
Amara: Good morning?
Girl: Good morning, Mr. Amara!
Amara: How do you know my name?
Girl: My name's Zoe. May I come in?
Amara: Sure, come in, Zoe.
A New Acquaintance
Zoe steps inside and immediately notices that Amara's leg is bleeding again.
Zoe: Sir, your leg is bleeding!
Amara: (Looks down at his injury.) It's nothing—it'll stop.
Zoe: You really shouldn't be walking on it. Let me grab some bandages. (She leaves the room briefly and returns with a first aid kit.)
Zoe carefully wraps the wound while Amara watches silently.
Amara: Thank you, Zoe.
Zoe: You're welcome! So, where are you from?
Amara: (Confused because Robin didn't tell him much about the town.) Uh... I'm from the capital.
Zoe: Anera! Wow, Anera's amazing!
Amara: (Thinking: Anera? I guess that's the capital's name...) Yeah, Anera.
Zoe: I visited Anera three years ago and fell in love with it.
Amara: Really?
Zoe: Yup! But Downhill Town has its charm. The hills, waterfalls, and parks—it's peaceful here. I decided to stay.
Amara: Sounds nice.
Zoe: Are you hungry?
Amara: I am, actually.
Zoe: Let's head to the hotel restaurant, then.
Arzina at the Ruined Base
Meanwhile, back at the military base, Arzina surveys the destruction. Fury burns in her eyes as she walks through the wreckage, taking in the sight of bullet-ridden walls and destroyed war machines.
Desperately, she searches for General David but finds no trace of him—only chaos. Eventually, she stumbles upon Marcus, a wounded soldier.
Arzina: Marcus, what happened here?
Marcus: The... state army... attacked... at dawn... (he gasps for breath).
Marcus explains how some soldiers were killed, others captured, and the rest fled. Arzina tries to help him, but the enemy forces are closing in fast.
Marcus: Arzina... run... while you can...
With a heavy heart, Arzina takes his advice. She drags Marcus to safety and then opens fire on the approaching soldiers. When an armored vehicle rolls in, she knows she has no choice but to retreat.
With one last glance at the destroyed base, Arzina jumps into her car and speeds away, determined to finish what she started—no matter the cost.
A New Beginning for Amara
As Amar explores the town with Zoe's help, he begins to feel the weight of the past lift—just a little. But the shadows of war still linger in his heart, and he knows the fight is far from over.
And with Arzina on the run, it's only a matter of time before the enemy makes its next move.
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PROTOGEN ( NEW CIVILIZATION)
FantasiaA 20-year-old boy named Amar had a dream that soon came to him, his life changed as well as his destiny. his old life on earth dies while his new life is born. Amar will have to get used to the new life that God has given him. Amar faces new friends...
