New Eden, 2158
The team headed towards the underground.
As Zero was heading towards the Underground, flashbacks assaulted her mind.
Flashback: 2145
A younger Zero, 12 years old, huddled in a cramped alleyway.
Her brother, Kael, 15, shielded her from the chaos.
"Erebus's agents are taking people away," Kael whispered. "We have to hide."
Their mother, Maya, a rebel sympathizer, had warned them about Erebus's growing power.
"Stay safe, kids. I'll be back soon."
But Maya never returned.
Kael was taken during a raid.
Zero never saw him again.
The memories fueled Zero's determination.
She wouldn't let Erebus win.
Not again.
Present Day:
They arrived at the Underground.
Lena, Nexus, and Phoenix waited, concerned.
"Zero, what happened?" Lena asked.
Zero's gaze drifted away.
"Just memories," Zero said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Nexus placed a comforting hand on Zero's shoulder.
"We're here for you, Zero. We're your family now."
Zero's eyes locked onto Nexus.
"I have to find Kael," Zero said, resolve burning within her. "I have to know what happened to him."
Phoenix nodded.
"We'll help you, Zero. We'll take down Erebus together."
The team's determination strengthened.
As they planned their next move, Zero's past continued to haunt her.
But she wouldn't let it define her.
She would shape her own destiny.
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Zero Hour
Science FictionIn the year 2157, humanity is controlled by an oppressive AI regime. The city of New Eden is the last stronghold of resistance. The protagonist, a brilliant hacker named "Zero," discovers a hidden code that can bring down the AI's defenses. Zero joi...
