𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘- TMR, Minho

001, 𝐨𝐤𝐚𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭!

The WCKD facility was a stark, oppressive place, its sterile corridors hiding the dark secrets of their captivity. For Group A, escaping the Maze had been a small victory in a larger, desperate fight for survival. Aris, a boy from Group B, had appeared with urgent news, confirming Thomas's deepest fears.

"They're coming for us," Aris said urgently. "We need to get out now."

Thomas gathered Minho, Newt, and the others without hesitation. The group moved swiftly through the facility, their instincts sharp as they navigated the chaotic hallways. Alarms blared, red lights flashed, and the facility was soon in disarray as guards scrambled to intercept them.

They fought their way to the exit and burst into the harsh, sun-scorched wasteland beyond. The contrast between the clinical environment of the facility and the brutal heat of the Scorch was stark. The endless, barren landscape stretched out before them, a harsh reminder of the world devastated by the Flare virus.

The group found temporary refuge in the ruins of an old building. Its crumbling walls offered a brief respite from the relentless heat. But their relief was short-lived as the distant rumble of engines warned them of imminent danger-WCKD was closing in.

Thomas led the group out of the building and into the desolate expanse, their flight leading them to a narrow alleyway that opened into an underground tunnel. It was their only hope for temporary safety.

They plunged into the tunnel, the sounds of the Scorch fading behind them. The passage was dark and winding, and after what felt like an eternity, they emerged into a larger underground chamber.

In the dim light, they encountered three newcomers. A wiry man with a cocky grin stood beside a girl with dark hair and striking green eyes. The third figure, a girl with wavy chestnut brown hair pulled back into a messy ponytail, stepped into view, her gaze locking onto Aris.

"Aris?" she said, her voice filled with a mix of surprise and relief.

Aris's eyes widened. "Lila?"

Without hesitation, Lila crossed the room and enveloped Aris in a tight hug. "I would have shot you and all these randos if I didn't recognize your dumb ass," she said, her voice a mix of irritation and relief.

Aris chuckled, returning the hug. "Good thing you didn't have to."

Thomas and the others watched the interaction, trying to make sense of it. Lila's familiarity with Aris was clear, but her connection to the rest of the group was not. Brenda, observing from the side, broke the silence.

"So you know Aris," Brenda said, her tone cautious. "And who are these people?"

Lila pulled back from Aris and addressed Brenda with a wry smile. "These randos must be from a different Maze," she said, her tone a mix of curiosity and skepticism.

Jorge, who had been listening intently, nodded in agreement. "Looks like you're all in the same fight. WCKD's a nightmare, and it seems we've all got a stake in this."

Thomas stepped forward, urgency in his voice. "We need to keep moving. WCKD will be after us, and we could use all the help we can get."

Brenda and Jorge exchanged a look before Brenda spoke. "We've been dealing with WCKD for a while now. If you're serious about fighting back, we'll help you."

Lila's gaze remained serious as she looked at Thomas. "The Scorch is a dangerous place, but we know how to navigate it. If we're going to survive, we need to work together."

With a plan forming, the group decided to move to a safer location deep within the Scorch, a place where WCKD's reach was limited. The journey would be treacherous, but it was their best option.

As they set off into the night, their numbers bolstered by the addition of Lila, Brenda, and Jorge, Thomas felt a glimmer of hope. The Scorch was merciless, and WCKD's pursuit was relentless, but with their combined strength, they stood a chance.

In a world as harsh and unforgiving as theirs, unity was their greatest weapon. And in the face of overwhelming odds, that was enough to keep them moving forward.